# Bay Head Halloween Parade & Costume Contest

> Event for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Oct 31 · 12:00 PM
- Where: Mount St. & Lake Ave., Bay Head
- Ages: Ages 0–11
- Price: Check official pricing
- Status: Ended (last date Sat, Oct 31).
- Organizer: Bay Head Business Association
- Official page: https://oceancountytourism.com/event/bay-head-halloween-parade-costume-contest/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Bay Head's Halloween parade and costume contest marches through town past the shops and ends in Centennial Park. Kids compete in costume categories including classic, spooky, creative, pop culture, animals and creatures, and groups and duos, with trophies for winners and medals in age groups from babies to 11-year-olds. The event goes ahead rain or shine, and pre-registered families get updates if it moves indoors.

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