About Dog Halloween Costume Contest at deCordova!

The Dog Halloween Costume Contest at deCordova is a “pawfect” opportunity for pups and their parents to show off their festive attire!

All well-behaved dogs (and their owners) are welcome to enter the costume contest. Please bring your dog on leash and only bring dogs who can get along with other dogs. Water will be available for dogs.

Judges will award special prizes for Best Human and Dog Duo Costume and Most Creative Dog Costume. Extra points will be given if your costumes are art or artist themed! Whether your pup is a ghost, a taco, or tiny Van Gogh, bring their best look and compete for fun prizes, doggy treats, and ultimate bragging rights.

Bringing a costumed canine? Register for the contest by clicking the Register button.
Bringing friends to the parade? They can pre-purchase museum admission here.

Pre-ticketing is required in order to anticipate capacity and for anyone actively participating in the contest. Your ticket includes admission to deCordova’s campus, so please feel free to explore the grounds before or after the program. You’re welcome to picnic in the Park. Bring your own picnic or pick up a bite to eat at the Twisted Tree Café, and stop by The Store for a gift or souvenir.

Cancellation Policy: In the event The Trustees cancels a program due to severe weather, low enrollment, or other circumstances, we will notify registrants by email and issue a full refund or transfer to another scheduled program within two weeks of the cancellation. To cancel a reservation, please contact the Old Manse 7 days prior to the start of the program to receive a full refund. Refunds and transfers will not be granted for cancellations placed fewer than 7 days before the start of the program.  As a general policy, The Trustees does not issue refunds for weather-shortened programs, in keeping with our standard approach to outdoor programs and the unpredictability of New England weather.

Questions? Want to become a Trustees member and enjoy free and/or discounted programs? Contact cclark@thetrustees.org.

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