Get spooky at Fort Greene Park this Halloween!

Dress up in your best costumes and join the Fort Greene Park Conservancy on Saturday, October 24 (Rain date: Oct 25) from 12:00–4:00pm. Enjoy spooky stories, face painting, family-friendly games, and more. Halloween Fest is free to all, no RSVP required.

Going strong for 28 years in Brooklyn's beautiful Fort Greene Park!

Presented by Fort Greene PUPS, the Great PUPkin is Brooklyn's largest and most outrageous dog costume contest. Creativity is key! We love to see homemade, inspiring costumes. Judges help pick the favorites, but the audience decides the winner!

Your entry fee is a tax-deductible donation to Fort Greene PUPS, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Your receipt will serve for tax purposes. Thank you for your support!

After preregistering, you will receive a receipt, which you should print or bring on your phone to check in starting at 11:00 a.m. on the day of event.

IMPORTANT: If you do not check in at the registration table located at the Myrtle entrance by 11:45 a.m., your entry will be forfeited. Judging of all entrants begins at 12pm sharp!

The PUPkin is FREE to attend - registration is ONLY required if your dog is competing in the costume contest!

If you're dressing up with your furry friend, stop by the 2026 Great PUPkin Dog Costume Contest hosted by Fort Greene PUPS from 12:00-1:00pm on October 24 during Halloween Fest. Register your dog to compete at the link below! Attendance is free.