20 Epic Costume Ideas From New York's Legendary Halloween Dog Parade

POPSUGAR Photography | Lisa Peterson
POPSUGAR Photography | Lisa Peterson

Few events are as highly anticipated in New York City as the Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade, and it isn't hard to see why. This year's event marked the 26th annual parade, where thousands of crafty pups strutted their stuff to win the prize of top dog. The Sweet Shop cart crew were crowned this year's champions, but we truly can't imagine how the judges picked a favorite.

Feast your eyes on these spook-tacular, adorable critters and get inspired for your own DIY Halloween projects.

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The Joker
POPSUGAR Photography | Max Robinson

The Joker

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Pug-asorous Rex
POPSUGAR Photography | Lisa Peterson

Pug-asorous Rex

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Bad Dog
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Bad Dog

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Bowling Alley
POPSUGAR Photography | Max Robinson

Bowling Alley

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Big Bird
POPSUGAR Photography | Lisa Peterson

Big Bird

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Cotton Candy Puff
POPSUGAR Photography | Lisa Peterson

Cotton Candy Puff

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Viking King
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Viking King

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Prince
POPSUGAR Photography | Lisa Peterson

Prince

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Candy Shop
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Candy Shop

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Scuba Diver
POPSUGAR Photography | Lisa Peterson

Scuba Diver

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Frenchie Fries
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Frenchie Fries

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The Queen and Her Corgis
POPSUGAR Photography | Annie Zhou

The Queen and Her Corgis

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Pom(eranian) Reader
POPSUGAR Photography | Lisa Peterson

Pom(eranian) Reader

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Chick-fil-A Pup
POPSUGAR Photography | Max Robinson

Chick-fil-A Pup

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Dragon
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Dragon

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Basket of Adorables
POPSUGAR Photography | Max Robinson

Basket of Adorables

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Little Red Riding Hood
POPSUGAR Photography | Annie Zhou

Little Red Riding Hood