# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Gettysburg Halloween Parade
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Halloween takes over downtown Gettysburg on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, with an evening of costumes, music, food trucks, a costume contest and the annual Gettysburg Halloween Parade.The night starts at 5:00 PM on Lincoln Square, where the Halloween dance party gets going and food trucks open. If you're dressing up, don't miss the costume contest either. Registration starts at 5:30 PM, with judging beginning at 6:00 PM.Then comes the main event.At approximately 7:15 PM, the Gettysburg Halloween Parade steps off, filling downtown with decorated floats, marching groups, performers and costumed characters. It's the kind of Halloween event where you can actually spend the evening in the middle of the action instead of simply showing up for a parade and heading home.What to expectCome early if you want to make a full evening of it. You can grab something from the food trucks, listen to music at the dance party, watch the costume contest and then find a spot along the parade route.And expect a lot of costumes. The Gettysburg Halloween Parade is known for its creative entries, floats and marching groups, so this is a good one for anyone who likes seeing elaborate Halloween costumes and decorations.The atmosphere also changes as the evening goes on. Lincoln Square is the place to be before the parade, while the streets along the route become the best spots for watching the procession.Gettysburg Halloween Parade routeThe parade begins near York Street, travels west along York Street to Lincoln Square, then continues south on Baltimore Street, before turning onto Lefever Street toward the staging area. Judging takes place around Lincoln Square.5:00 PM: Dance party and food trucks5:30 PM: Costume contest registration6:00 PM: Costume contest7:15 PM: Halloween paradeWhat to watch out forGet there early. The evening activities start at 5 PM, and local reports have described large crowds along the parade route. Lincoln Square will be busy. If you want to see the costume contest and be close to the pre-parade activity, head there early and settle in.Pick your viewing spot carefully. The parade moves from York Street through Lincoln Square and down Baltimore Street before turning onto Lefever Street, so you have several places to watch it.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gettysburg/2026-gettysburg-halloween-parade/200029988626547
- **Event Categories**: parties, halloween, food-drinks, entertainment, calendar, parades, contests, costume-parties, performances
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 338

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Gettysburg
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Lincoln Square, Gettysburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17325
- **lat**: 39.83104
- **long**: -77.2311
- **full address**: Lincoln Square, Gettysburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17325

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Gettysburg Halloween Parade being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Gettysburg Halloween Parade takes place on Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Lincoln Square, Gettysburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17325.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Gettysburg Halloween Parade?
  - **A:** 2026 Gettysburg Halloween Parade is organized by Gettysburg Halloween Parade.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Gettysburg Halloween Parade is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gettysburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 330+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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