Halloween events in Ulster County, 2025
Ulster County in 2025 is gearing up for a spooktacular Halloween with a myriad of parades, parties, and events. Halloween in Woodstock is a sight to behold, with festivities that include town-wide trick-or-treating, a parade, and a performance by the Rock Academy Showband. The highlight of the Woodstock Halloween Parade is the costume contest, open to participants of all ages, from infants to seniors. It is an event characterized by bustling crowds, spooky fun, and the occasional flying shaving cream.
Moving on to Historic Huguenot Street in New Paltz, an exciting trick-or-treating event is set to take place on October 31st from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Attendees can enjoy food from the Ground Up food truck and Marks Hot Dogs. This free event is open to everyone, with RSVPs encouraged for those interested in participating.
For those in New Paltz, the Halloween parade promises to be a memorable experience. Starting from the parking lot of New Paltz Middle School, the parade route will wind through Main Street, North Front Street, the Elting Memorial Library, state Route 32, and past the Jean Hasbrouck House before concluding at 7:30 p.m. Similarly, the Milton Halloween Parade will commence at the Sarah Hull Hallock Free Library and make its way to the Milton Engine Co. firehouse for treats and festivities.
If parties and shows are more your style, Kingston is hosting “Crossing Over: A Halloween Party” at Assembly. An event curated by Kingston’s techno and nightlife scenester Max Johl, it promises an evening filled with immersive installations, dancefloor hits, and a costume contest. Attendees can look forward to a lively and respectful Halloween celebration. Additionally, Assembly is hosting a “Rock Horry Picture Show” party on the eve of Halloween for those who can’t get enough of the festivities.
For music lovers, Tubby’s in Kingston is hosting Halloween Cover Band Nights on October 30th and 31st. Thirteen local bands will battle it out for the door money, featuring unique covers of iconic bands like Guns N Roses, Devo, Ween, and more. Short 15-minute sets will keep the night moving.
Other musical highlights include Voodelic’s Halloween Blacklight Show at Keegan Ales and Hallowsteen V at Snug Harbor in New Paltz. Fans of psychedelic rock can head to Newburgh for The Grand Slambovian Halloween Ball at Silk Factory. The event promises a trippy Halloween celebration with spooky stories and other macabre touches.
Ulster County in 2025 is shaping up to be a Halloween haven, filled with parades, parties, and shows that cater to everyone’s tastes. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun or late-night revelry, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant community. So, grab your costumes and get ready for a hauntingly good time this Halloween season!