UPPER EAST SIDE EDITION
My first Halloween is fast approaching and I have absolutely loved seeking out the best Halloween decorations in New York City.
I’m slightly biased because I’m lucky enough to live on the Upper East Side but I think the decorations here are the absolute best! This post will tell you where to find the most amazing decor and you’re able to see it all for free, just by walking around the Upper East Side.
It is my understanding that the same houses go all out every year but full disclosure, I can’t guarantee these will all be here or be the same next year!
WHERE TO FIND THE BEST HALLOWEEN DECORATIONS IN NEW YORK CITY
EAST 64TH STREET – BETWEEN FIFTH AND MADISON
This is my absolute favourite. Stretching across two houses, the owners certainly have gone all out. The decorations actually move if you press the button on the floor next to them. The attention to detail here is just stunning.
EAST 70TH STREET – BETWEEN PARK AND LEXINGTON
I call this house “Spooky Chic”. The shiny black pumpkins and skeletons are about as classy as Halloween can get! It’s definitely worth stopping by and checking this one out!
EAST 71ST STREET – BETWEEN PARK AND LEXINGTON
This house wins the award for the creepiest decoration. I am rather freaked out by it myself! You can see on the left side of the gate there is a gold leaver, when pulled, it makes the clowns move and make scary noises.
EAST 74TH STREET – BETWEEN MADISON AND PARK
This is a great block to see Halloween decor. There are three houses that have been decorated extravagantly.
Firstly, this house seems to have combined cute and spooky perfectly.
Secondly, I feel this house would have had a bit of a spooky vibe without adding any Halloween decorations. The decorations match to look of the house perfectly.
Finally, another one that is a bit on the creepy side. As I said, definitely worth visiting this block if you want to see great Halloween decorations.
EAST 76TH STREET BETWEEN – FIFTH AND MADISON
This is another good block to come to.
This first house was initially just decorated with pumpkins and flowers. Closer to Halloween they added the scary ghouls that move and make noises. I think I liked it more without them!
Next, this house with a larger-than-life skeleton. It was about twice the size of me! The decorations continue up the house, photos really don’t do it justice.
EAST 82ND STREET – BETWEEN THIRD AND PARK
This stoop is absolutely covered in spooky decorations. I love the play on words, changing Upper East Side to Upper East Died.
Wondering how the owners even get into this house? My best guess is the service entrance!
EAST 91ST STREET – BETWEEN PARK AND LEXINGTON
Again, this block has a few houses that have put up amazing decorations. Here is a snapshot of each of them.
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Happy Halloween Decor hunting!
