"The 35th annual parade, held on Sunday, October 19, between 11th Street and 6th Street produced a frenzy of spectators so fur ocious that foot traffick was deadlocked on the sidewalks. At some locations, spectators swarmed past barricades, climbing into the grass against the wishes of private security guards. Spectators stoof on fences and private doorsteps just to get a glance at some of the dogs trotting by."
"Following the slow-moving puppy procession down Avenue B, the most extravagant dogs in costumes took to a tiny stage, excessively dwarfed by an enormous crowd. Last year, the event's longtime organizer Joseph Borduin vowed to never organize the parade again, saying that it had become "too much." This year's event was organized by the nonprofit New York Dog Parade and sponsored by the dog treat company Stella and Chewys."
The 35th Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade featured dozens of elaborately costumed dogs parading down Avenue B, including novelty outfits like a tempura Pomeranian, a strawberry dachshund, a USPS delivery dog, and a charcuterie board costume. The event attracted enormous spectator crowds that clogged sidewalks, pushed past barricades, and climbed fences and private doorsteps. A small stage showcased the most extravagant costumes. The parade was organized this year by the nonprofit New York Dog Parade and sponsored by Stella and Chewys after longtime organizer Joseph Borduin stepped away. Local vendors and artists sold pet portraits and engaged attendees.
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