Harajuku Omotesando Hello Halloween Pumpkin Parade 2024
Get Ready for Halloween Fun: 40th Annual Pumpkin Parade in Harajuku!
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Harajuku Omotesando Hello Halloween Pumpkin Parade – Japan’s very first Halloween costume parade! Imagine over 1,000 costumed kids parading down a kilometer stretch of Harajuku Omotesando. It’s not just a parade; it’s a town-wide Halloween celebration! Participating shops offer special Halloween treats and goodies, creating a spooktacular atmosphere for everyone.
What Awaits You?
- Pumpkin Parade: Kids 12 and under (elementary school age) can strut their stuff in their favorite costumes alongside their guardians. Omotesando will be closed to traffic, giving the little ones free rein.
- Candy Rally: Participating shops around Omotesando will be hosting a sweet treat treasure hunt – don’t miss out!
- Halloween Booths (planned): Get ready for some fun and games at the planned Halloween booths designed just for kids.
- Halloween Lottery: Spend ¥1,000 at participating shops or restaurants between October 1st and parade day, and you’ll snag a lottery ticket (limit 3 tickets per person). Head over to Machikado Garden to try your luck!
- Special Halloween Menus: From early October to the 31st (depending on the store), participating stores will offer special Halloween-themed menus and services.
Event Details:
- Location/Nearest Station: Harajuku Omotesando (Omotesando Station / Harajuku Station / Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Station)
- Address: 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya-ku, Jingumae 1-chome, near Meiji-jingumae Station to Shibuya-ku, Kita-Aoyama 3-chome MAP
- Venue: Harajuku/Omotesando area
- Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
- Time: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Some events start in early October.)
- Official Website: https://halloween.omotesando.or.jp/
- Rain Policy: In case of rain, the parade will be cancelled. A decision will be made by 9:00 AM on the day of the event and announced on the official website.
Important Note: Event details are subject to change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
