ON HALLOWEEN! Saturday, October 31st, 2026!
12:00pm Start on 25th Street & Broadway!

Who will be the TOP 5 best Bayonne Children costumes!

NEW TO THE CONTEST - ADULT CATEGORY (AGES 18+)!

Prizes awarded to TOP 3 Adult Costumes.

Adult Costume & Content Guidelines.

• Dress Code & Decency: Costumes must maintain family-friendly or appropriate standards. Full or partial nudity, as well as overly revealing, sexually explicit, or obscene outfits, are prohibited.
• Prohibited Themes: Outfits cannot promote violence, illegal substances, hate speech, or discrimination based on race, sex, religion, or disability.
• Weapons Policy: Real weapons, firearms, or realistic prop weapons are strictly banned.
• Masks and Face Coverings: Full-face masks are prohibited.
• Face paint and wigs are permitted if face remains recognizable.
• Judging & Stage Rules (Children & Adult)
• Judging Criteria: Costumes will be scored on creativity, originality, craftsmanship, "wow factor," and overall presentation.
• Stage Etiquette: Contestants get a brief moment on stage. Bringing personal music, live props, or throwing items from the stage is forbidden.
• Finality: All decisions made by the panel of judges are final.

** Pre-Registration is not required. All participants will receive a number upon arrival at the stage.

For more information, please contact the Division of Recreation at 201-858-6127 or email BAYONNEREC@AOL.COM.