13th Annual Outer Banks Halloween Parade of Costumes

Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Times: Trick-or-treating and onsite registration begin at 2 p.m.; walking parade begins at 3 p.m., followed by awards
Location: Aviation Park
Address: 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Admission: Free to attend and free to participate
Weather: Rain or shine

Show off your Halloween creativity at the thirteenth annual Outer Banks Halloween Parade of Costumes. The afternoon begins with a trick-or-treat preparty, featuring stations hosted by local nonprofit organizations around Aviation Park’s frog pond, along with decorated displays and photo opportunities.

At 3 p.m., costumed participants take part in a short walking parade, followed by Best in Show awards in three categories: ages 12 and under, ages 13 and over, and group/family costumes.

Everyone is encouraged to dress up, whether joining the parade or cheering from the sidelines. Free participant registration begins onsite at 2 p.m.; online preregistration is also offered. Public parking is available at the neighboring First Flight schools.