Sat · Oct 24 · 6am
Pet Costume Contest in Elizabeth, NJ
Carteret Park · 428 Vine Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
A pug in a pumpkin suit, a cat dressed as a witch, and a crowd of neighbors cheering them on. On Saturday, October 24, Elizabeth's pets get their turn in the Halloween spotlight.
The City of Elizabeth hosts its 6th Annual Pet Costume Contest from 10 a.m. to noon at Carteret Park, 428 Vine Street. Pet owners can bring their costumed animals for a morning of fun. Union County Life readers looking for a Halloween outing that includes the whole household can find it here.
The city calendar does not list contest categories, prizes, cost, or how to enter. Check elizabethnj.org or contact the City of Elizabeth before you go.
Whether your pet loves the spotlight or just tolerates the costume, it's a morning neighbors won't forget. Find more Elizabeth events, arts coverage, and community news on Union County Life.
Photo Credit: Elizabeth, NJ
FAQ:
Q: Does it cost anything to enter the Elizabeth Pet Costume Contest?
A: The city calendar does not list an entry fee for the Pet Costume Contest. Check elizabethnj.org to confirm.
Q: Where is the Elizabeth Pet Costume Contest held?
A: The contest is at Carteret Park, 428 Vine Street, Elizabeth.
Q: When is the Elizabeth Pet Costume Contest?
A: The 6th Annual Pet Costume Contest is Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon in Elizabeth.
Q: Do I need to register my pet, and what kinds of pets can enter?
A: The city calendar does not list registration details or pet rules. Check elizabethnj.org before you go.
Q: Where can I find more Halloween events in Elizabeth?
A: Union County Life covers Elizabeth events and community news, including seasonal events like the Pet Costume Contest. Visit unioncountylife.com for more.
