The time for the parade is upon us and this year we are facing greater financial challenges than ever before. Luckily we have a ton of great partners and a full slate of fun events to keep us going, but we depend on you to keep the parade alive. Support the Portsmouth Halloween Parade by coming to an event and purchasing a T-shirt, hoodie, or raffle tickets!
Check individual event descriptions to learn if we are selling merchandise or holding a raffle as this goes not apply to all events.
Seacoast Paddleboard Club has teamed up with the Portsmouth Halloween Parade & Seven Rivers Paddling to host the 7th Annual Halloween Costume Paddle Contest on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
Costume Paddle Contest Details: Open to all paddle craft, this freakishly fun paddle event will start at 12 pm. While participating in this leisurely paddle parade, participants will have a chance to shock, spook, and delight our costume judges for a chance to win some amazing prizes!
Costume Prize Categories are:
SAFETY NOTE: All paddle participants are required to wear proper safety gear, including a PDF and a leash (for paddle boarders).
We will be selling merchandise at this event.
Please Note: Check individual event descriptions to learn if we are selling merchandise or holding a raffle as this goes not apply to all events.
Portsmouth Halloween Parade
36 Maplewood Ave
Portsmouth, NH 03801
We are now a 501(c)(3) non-profit!
All photos by Roger Goun unless otherwise specified.
Countdown to the next Portsmouth Halloween Parade!
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* Once or twice a week during Halloween season followed by long months of awkward blissful silence.
