Presenting Sponsor: YMCA and Rondout Savings Bank
MyKingstonKids Buddy Sponsors:
Ulster Savings Bank, Rupco, Radio Kingston, Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union
Partners: Harambee Kingston, Seasoned Gives, City of Kingston
Halloween Fest
MYKINGSTONKIDS HALLOWEEN FEST: October 28th, 2023
Welcome to the home of the MyKingstonKids Halloween Fest and Parade. This is an annual event specifically created with kids in mind but will be enjoyed by all ages. This free community event is celebrating its sixth anniversary this year and will produce one of Kingston's biggest kids parties.
DATE: SATURDAY, OCT. 28TH, 2023 | RAIN DATE: SUNDAY, OCT. 29TH
TIME: PARADE, 2PM - 3PM | FESTIVAL, 3PM - 8PM
PARADE
The festivities starts with the MyKingstonKids Halloween Parade leaving Kings Plaza near Hannaford Supermarket and will end at the Kingston YMCA on Broadway. All community organizations, businesses, churches, individuals, groups and residents are welcome. Vehicles, walkers and bands encouraged!!
Parade line up is 1:00pm
Parade leaves at 2:00pm
Parade will reach YMCA by 3:00pm
If you would like to join us in the parade please fill out the brief application (COMING SOON).
FESTIVAL
The MyKK Halloween Fest event is a family fun event great for all ages. Expect a a great deal of special Halloween performances including singers, costumes, various types of music, lots of dancing and so much more. The event also includes vendors, food, trick or treating, carnival games, activities and more.
Check back here periodically for more event details.
EVENT SCHEDULE
1:00pm - 2:00pm - Parade Line up at Kingston Plaza Parking Lot
2:00pm - 3:00pm - Parade starts and continues down Broadway and will end at the YMCA Parking lot for festival.
3:00pm - 8:00pm - MyKingstonKids Halloween Fest will take place including, vendors, food, games, activities, performances and more.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE: SATURDAY, OCT. 28TH, 2023 | RAIN DATE: SUNDAY, OCT. 29TH
TIME: PARADE, 2PM - 3PM | FESTIVAL, 3PM - 8PM
PARADE LOCATION: 151 Plaza Rd, Kingston, NY 12401
EVENT LOCATION: YMCA KINGSTON, 507 Broadway, Kingston, New York, 12401
COST: Free for all ages
CONTACT US
General information and sponsorship: 845-896-0105 ext 7 or info@mykingstonkids.com
Vendor application and details: Rashida Tyler at rtyler@ymcaulster.org
Parade participation and details: Krystal Bullock at krystal@mykingstonkids.com
Volunteers: Melanie Gonzalez at melanie@mykingstonkids.com
STATS OVER 4 YEARS
Children Served
Free Hayrides
Free Pumpkins
Free Activities
HALLOWEEN FEST BREAKDOWN
Here's a bit of what to expect at this years MyKingstonKids Fest: Monsters Ball.
- Trick or Treating with Vendors
- Delicious Food Trucks and Vendors
- Glow in the Dark Dodge Ball
- Balloon Twisting and Magic performance by Bee Bee The Clown
- Live performances
- Special performance by Illusionist, Ryan Dutcher, 60 minute show
- SUPER Dance Party by DJ Frankie Bones
- More to come!
VENDOR TRICK OR TREATING
Children will have an opportunity to trick or treat right here at our event with the help of our amazing community vendors. Take your bag from our team and visit the booths for something special.
PUMPKIN PICKING AND ACTIVITIES
Children can select free pumpkins, decorate them and take them home. Other fun activities are available including dodge ball, carnival games and our outdoor arena.
PARADE
Dress up in something fun and colorful and join us in the circus parade. Look out for many types of characters as we walk through the streets of Midtown Kingston.
HIGHLIGHT PERFORMANCES
Each Halloween Fest includes a special performance that will engage our audience of children and adults alike. Illusionist, Ryan Dutcher will be entertaining us with a spectacular 60 minute performance.
MUSICAL PERFORMANCES
The Kingston and Hudson Valley area are full of fantastic performers and talents from all ages and backgrounds. We guarantee a fantastic show and work hard to connect with acts that are family friendly and engaging.
MYKINGSTONKIDS SUPER DANCE PARTY
DJ Frankie Bones provides an excellent dance party that gets kids up and excited to move their bodies. The music is always kid friendly, parents love it and it's so much fun to watch. Poppy The Panda participates as well with an extra push to keep the children happy and motivated.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS AND PARTNERS.
Our goal is to serve our community so please feel free to connect with us and share your thoughts, concerns and feedback.
- 157 Pine St. Kingston, New York, 12401 United States
- 845-896-0105
- info@mykingstonkids.com