Portsmouth comes alive with spooky spirit and community fun every October. From the city's signature parade to official trick-or-treating, Halloween is a festive time for residents and visitors of all ages. This page is your official source for all upcoming events, safety information, and related city announcements.

Upcoming Events & Festivities

Portsmouth Halloween Parade

The city's most anticipated event of the season, the independently-organized Portsmouth Halloween Parade, is a massive, creative, and beloved local tradition.

SEACOAST AREA FOOD PANTRIES

As of November 3, 2025 two judges had ruled that SNAP beneficiaries must receive their benefits; and the Federal government announced that only half the usual amount will be processed and that loading EBT cards will take time.

In the meantime, the New Hampshire has partnered with the New Hampshire Food Bank to set up a fleet of state-funded mobile food pantries, just for SNAP recipients.