Edited 10/31/25
Halloween is here- our favorite time of year on the Upper East Side! This year, Halloween takes place on Friday, October 31st and there is over a full week of celebrations taking place (the week leading up to Halloween, and the weekend of Halloween).
Keep reading for a full guide of Halloween parties, events, and specials taking place on the Upper East Side in 2025 (organized by date).
Tuesday, 10/28
Brady’s:
- 7th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest
- Tuesday, 10/28 4:00-8:00 PM
- $30 to enter, pumpkin and carving tools included. Stop by Brady’s to sign up and pay- limited availability!
Somebody’s Darling:
- Howloween Dog Costume Contest October 28th at 8:00 PM
- Only well behaved and potty trained dogs
- Sign up begins at 7:00 PM, capped at 30 entrants
- Multiple prizes
Ethyl’s:
- “This Aint No Disco” with music curated bu Dina Regine
- From 7:00 PM until late
Wednesday, 10/29
Sabor a Mexico 2:
- “Paper Pattern Making” for “Day of the Forgotten Souls”
- 6:00-7:30 PM and 8:30-10:00 PM
Ethyl’s:
- Halloween Costume Party
- From 7:00 PM until late
- 4 live bands and 3 guest appearances
- Candy, costumes, and dance party
The Herbal Care Dispensary:
- Free pumpkin decorating 3:00-7:00 PM
Somebody’s Darling:
- Trivia night with horror movie wildcard picture round
- 8:00 PM
Thursday, 10/30
Central Park Pumpkin Flotilla:
- October 30th, 4:00-7:00 PM at Harlem Meer in Central Park
- Costume parade, Halloween stories, live music, and crafts
- To add your pumpkin to the Flotilla, bring your carved pumpkin to the information table at the Charles A. Dana Discover Plaza between 4:00-5:30 PM. The flotilla begins at 6:00 PM
The UES:
- Halloween Bingo Night
- October 30th, doors at 5:00 PM, gametime at 8:30 PM
- Free
- Prizes, shots, drinks, ice cream, free candy, costumes encouraged
- 1 board per drink, additional boards $10
- 21+ only
Sabor a Mexico 2:
- Flower Making for “Day of the Injured Souls”
- 6:00-7:30 PM and 8:30-10:00 PM
Stella and Fly:
- 7:00 PM Petals and Pumpkins craft night hosted by Becks and Butters
- Head to @becksandbutters on Instagram to sign up
Ethyl’s:
- Halloween Eve Go-Go Get Down
- From 10:00 PM-late
- Dancing, food, cocktails, and scary movies
Friday, 10/31
La Marqueta Spooktacular Halloween (112th and Park Avenue):
- Friday, October 31st 3:00-5:00 PM
- Trick or treating, candied apples, face painting, slime making, pumpkin decorating, music and more
Carnegie Hill Neighbors Spooktacular Halloween Celebration:
- Friday, October 31st 4:00-5:30 PM
- 92nd Street between 5th and Park Avenue
- Free, family-friendly event
- A block party featuring candy, DJ and dancing, costume fun for all ages
- Two spooky zones:
- High-Energy Block – Games, dancing & upbeat fun! (Madison to Park)
Chill Zone – low-sensory fun (Fifth to Madison)
- High-Energy Block – Games, dancing & upbeat fun! (Madison to Park)
Goldfish Swim School Upper East Side (80th Street)
- Free Halloween Party for kids/families, 3:00-6:00 PM
- Treats and goodies
- Crafts with Craft Studio NYC 3:00-4:00 PM
The UES Community Initiative, East 86th Street Plaza (next to Shake Shack):
- Halloween Community Trick Or Treat
- Grab a bag and then trick or treat from local merchants
- 4:00-7:00 PM
The Stumble Inn:
- Fright Night with DJ Flaum
- 10:00 PM-4:00 AM
- No tickets, no cover
Jones Wood Foundry:
- Come in costume for a free drink
Calabrijes:
- Friday, 10/31
- Half price Pumpkin Margaritas all day
Brady’s:
- Party all night with $7 green goblin tea shots and lethal lemon drop shots (must be in costume to participate)
Calexico:
- Half price margaritas and drafts
- Kids in costume eat free
The Mansion:
- Spooky Halloween Celebration, 5:00-8:00 PM
- “A night of treats, tunes, and fun”
Olde City:
- Halloween Party starting at 8:00 PM
- Live DJ, drink specials all night, and prizes for best costume
- Late night happy hour 11:00 PM-close
The Gaf East:
- October 31st
- Halloween costume contest
- $50 for best costume and a special prize for the best group costume
Somebody’s Darling:
- October 31st, 9:00 PM
- Halloween Party with drink specials, costume prizes, smoke machines and spooky vibes
Sabor a Mexico 2:
- “Flower Crown Making” for All Hallows Eve
- 6:00-7:30 PM and 8:30-10:00 PM
Raven Pub:
- Friday, October 31st: Halloween Night Party
- DJ 9PM-late
- $250 gift certificate for the best costume, $100 gift certificate for the runner up (prizes at Midnight)
The UES:
- Halloween Party
- Tickets $25
- Prizes for the top 3 costumes
- Drink specials, free candy, and more
Stella and Fly:
- Halloween Party October 31st all day
- Treats for dogs, kids, and adults
- Mini tarot readings beginning at 5:30 PM, $35 for 20-25 minutes
- Xaxa performs live at 8:00 PM
- Costume contest at 10:00 PM with prizes
- Karaoke to follow
Sutton Bar Room:
- Halloween Party October 31st
- Open until 4:00 AM
- Cash prizes for best dressed, best couples costume, scariest costume, and funniest costume
The Five Lamps:
- Halloween Party October 31st
- DJ at 9:00 PM
- Happy hour 10:00 PM-late
- $500 best dressed plus cash prizes
AOC East:
- Friday night Halloween party
- 9:00 PM-late
- DJ Nenim, drinks and dancing, costume contest
Dylan Murphy’s:
- October 31st
- 9:00 PM until late
- Free entry
- $200 bar tab for the best costume, $100 bar tab for the runner up (prizes at Midnight)
Iggy’s Bar:
- Iggy’s Scareoke Party
- 9:00 PM-4:00 AM
- Prize for the best dressed
- Karaoke, drink specials, and DJ Brooke
Plug Uglies:
- Shrek Halloween Costume Party
- 8:00 PM
- Drink specials: Happily Ever After Potion, Eye Ball Martini, Accidentally in Love, Spicy Shrekarita
- Prize for the best costume
The Supply House:
- Friday, October 31st
- Halloween Party
- DJ from 10:00 PM
- Prizes for best dressed
Biddy’s Pub
- Halloween Party with costume prizes, drink specials, fog machines, and spooky cocktails
Krispy Kreme:
- Free donut on October 31st if you come in costume
Dunkin:
- Free drink or donut when you order through the app during Halloween week
Chip City:
- Stop by in costume after 3:00 PM for a free Lil’ Chip cookie
Saturday, 11/1
Sabor a Mexico 2:
- “Sugar Skull Making” for All Hallows Day
- 6:00-7:30 PM and 8:30-10:00 PM
Sunday, 11/1:
Sabor a Mexico 2:
- “Portrait Framing” for Dia de los Muertos
- 6:00-7:30 PM and 8:30-10:00 PM
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