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U.S. Halloween Parades 2012

U.S. Halloween Parades by state and by city - a complete resource. Add your Halloween event today!

U.S. Halloween Parades Resources for 2012

U.S. Halloween Parades Resources for 2012, with suggestions in Halloween parades by city and state for adults, kids, and pets. Whether looking for a homemade American fall festival, an exciting colorful masquerade ball, tickets to a local carnival, or information on Halloween costume competitions, every state across the U.S. invests time and resources into community efforts to celebrate October in disguise and with fun. Find Halloween events that range from mysterious and spooky to flashy and funny.

Do you like our colorful map of the United States? This map is challenging you to boost your state's Halloween-Fun rank! If you are in one the lucky states to offer the most in Halloween events, then celebrate your triumph and secure your position by adding to the list of events! If your state appears to be falling behind in the races, then terrorize us with your submissions of local Halloween parades and festivals, and we will post and update the color map accordingly. The Toms River Halloween Parade didn't receive the honor of Most Attended Parade by keeping the public in the dark - at least not without the presence of spine-chilling disguises and ghostly creatures.

Halloween Parades, Contests and Festivals by City

Alabama:

Alabama parades for 2012 are children safety first, betterment of community and just pure haunting fun for everyone

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Alaska:

The Last Frontier state will have you spooked and shivering this Halloween

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Arizona:

Tons of Halloween parades in Arizona are done to cater to a safe experience for kids in Halloween costumes at schools, churches and libraries

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Arkansas:

Halloween Parades in Arkansas start with their beloved Bill Clinton and end with some true community Halloween spirit of Come One, Come All

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California:

This state holds the most Halloween parades in the country because of its great autumn weather even if you dont count the constantly repeating parades in October at Disneyland, Universals Studios or Sea World

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Colorado:

This state is known for the largest zombie walk, a bizarre parade that brings out the dead

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Connecticut:

Small and beautiful, this state still offers some of the greatest haunting grounds

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Delaware:

The First State in the US will make sure to put the fear into Halloween with some of the oldest celebrations in the East

Florida:

Florida may be the sunshine state, but things can get dark on Halloween through out the state, well except for Disney World where they hold several during the month of October

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Georgia:

Starting with Atlantas Little Five Points which hosts one of the major Halloween events outside of New York, Little Five Points embraces a Marde Gras atmosphere where thousands of people descend in Halloween costumes to enjoy the food, music and parade. Athens, home to the University of Georgia the states largest college hosts another fun and popular Halloween parade that also includes events at various businesses in the city

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Hawaii:

Halloween Parades in Hawaii and other exotic Halloween events that all have a special flair you cant find anywhere but here

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Idaho:

No, they dont carve potatoes in Idaho, but there are still a number of great Halloween parades in Idaho as well as a number of unique events.

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Illinois:

Spend time in the ghost districts of Chicago, or enjoy the festivities while attending the annual Chicagoween spooktacular 5 day event

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Indiana:

Given the state name comes from Land of the Indians, expect many Indian costumes to be present at the numerous Halloween Parades in Indiana and their other celebrations

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Iowa:

The "Food Capital of the World" is sure to have a lot of sweet treats this Halloween

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Kansas:

Halloween Parades in Kansas are as American as Clark Kent, Dorthy from the Wizard of Oz, and bobbing for apples

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Kentucky:

There's horror in the Bluegrass State this year with festivities and parades for all ages

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Louisiana:

Known for the Annual Vampire Ball, Louisiana and New Orleans are well known for their parades

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Maine:

Maine has plenty of inspiration for Halloween costumes as it is the residence of one of the most prolific horror writers of all time who based many of his scare fests in the state, Stephen King

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Maryland:

Maryland was the home of Edgar Allen Poe, possibly Americas greatest horror writer, so one would expect the state to embrace this holiday

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Massachusetts:

Though Halloween did not start in the US, many countries and people associate Massachusetts with Halloween and their history of witches and witch executions, making Massachusetts a truly scary place to spend your Halloween

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Michigan:

In Michigan, the public Halloween celebrations are not just limited to children; adults enjoy themselves too, and there are even events for your animals. Everyone gets to dress up in costumes and leave some of their inhibitions behind

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Minnesota :

Halloween Parades in Minnesota are more then just a way for the communities to come together but Halloween is a cultural event to so many people that have descended from ancestors that came to America from the Scandinavia, Ireland, Scotland and Czechoslovakia countries with more pagan customs that have entwined in to stories that now make for great ideas for costumes and themes

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Mississippi:

Halloween parades in Mississippi should be massive events like the mighty river the state shares its name with

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Missouri:

Halloween events in Missouri include parades but also show rather eclectic activities that include haunted mansions, a chili cook off, a family tree dance, and even a Smashing Pumpkins concert

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Montana:

You will find many events that are as spread out and varied as the Big Sky state name suggests

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Nebraska:

Known as the Cornhusker state, and home to cowboys, Indians and aliens, Nebraska offers numerous Halloween parades each year

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Nevada:

Halloween parades in Nevada seem as appropriate as the parades in New Orleans or Disney properties

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New Hampshire:

There is a major push for New Hampshire community involvement at most of the parades and a large number of merchants gathering for trick or treats

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New Jersey:

NJ is the garden state, so expect a lot of hay rides and floral decorations, along with pumpkins to carve and paint as part of the numerous town events

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New Mexico:

Halloween parades in New Mexico borrow from the traditions on both sides of the border and even some Medieval activities

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New York:

New York hosts may be the best known Halloween parade that runs through Greenwich Village and attracts people from all over the world

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North Carolina:

Halloween parades in North Carolina are so popular that a couple are hosted on actual ships and one marine park has Count Sharkula, the marine counterpart of Transylvanias Count Dracula

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North Dakota:

Terrorize the Great Planes this Halloween with trick or treating and parades in North Dakota

Ohio:

Halloween in Ohio is a combination of protest, comedy musical and classic horror movie

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Oklahoma:

Halloween parades in Oklahoma must all have Cowboys, Outlaws and Indian costumes - though its not a law but Outlaws could be part of the states rules given the Oklahoma slogan Native America

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Oregon:

Celebrate in Oregon with corn mazes, wagon rides, and a lot of chilling parades

Pennsylvania:

Pennsylvania is the home to some of the earliest moments in football, so show your spirt in a sports costume

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Rhode Island:

The state has a rich history of patriotism that is tied to Halloween events and inspires a ton of pirate costumes every year

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South Carolina:

Smiling Faces, Beautiful Places may be the slogan for South Carolina, that is definitely not what you will see throughout the state during Halloween

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South Dakota:

Known for its wars between Indian tribes, South Dakota is a place with rich state history from cowboys to Mount Rushmore

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Tennessee:

The state is famous for many musical styles the country music of Nashville and the Blues of Memphis and the Halloween parades in Tennessee are a combination of both styles

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Texas:

Everything is big in Texas, as the saying goes, and that includes Halloween Parties

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Utah:

Known as the "Beehive State," dress up as a cute bee this Halloween and celebrate all the holiday buzz

Vermont:

A big part in the Revolutionary War, historical costumes will be very popular in this French claimed territory

Virginia:

Grab a Partner! Virginia is for lovers of Halloween Parades

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Washington:

Seattle seems to be trying to establish itself as the Zombie capital of the world with events throughout the year

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Washington DC:

While the number of events may be small, they tend to draw the crowds as Halloween provides a number of interesting social events and their political opportunities

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West Virginia:

Celebrate in the horror hills of West Virginia with scary haunts and a ton of festivals

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Wisconsin:

Alien costumes are extremely popular in this state with their numerous UFO themed parades

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Wyoming:

Wyoming, the state where the deer and the buffalo roam, can certainly put the scare into Halloween with all its festivities

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