Masquerade in ghent
Are you ready for a Ghouling Good Time?!
Get ready for Ghent’s largest Halloween street party and costume contest…
Masquerade in Ghent!
Date: Friday, October 24, 2025
Time: 6:00-10:00pm
Location: In the heart of Ghent on Colley Avenue between Shirley Avenue and Brandon Avenue
costume contest | parade | monster mash
Thank you to our 2024 sponsors
timeline of events
Pre-Judging for Costume Contest: 6:00pm
Parade: 6:30pm
After the parade, get ready for a monster mash with live music. Plus, there will be activities for kids, refreshments and adult beverages.
Masquerade in Ghent is free and open to the public. Ample parking can be found along the streets and parking lots. Don’t miss the frightfully, fun-tastic time at this year’s Masquerade in Ghent!
Masquerade in Ghent is proudly presented by the Ghent Business Association.
costume contest categories
cash prizes
Best in Show
Best Family or Group
Best Adult
prize packets
Family / Group
Adult (18+)
Teen (12-17)
Child (4-11)
Infant (0-3)
