DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 22, 2026) — Get ready for a frightfully fun celebration as Davenport welcomes the community downtown for its annal Halloween Parade Sunday, October 25, 2PM, at 2nd Street and Pershing Avenue.

From festive floats, creative costumes to decorated vehicles, this family friendly event is sure to delight ghouls and goblins of all ages.

Youth groups, local businesses, schools, and community organizations will participate, handing out candy, and spreading Halloween cheer.

Free parking will be available 8AM–5PM in all three downtown ramps, with additional parking south of River Drive.

For information about the parade route, street closures, and parking, visit davenportiowa.com/Halloween.

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