Sunday, November 1 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Maria Hernandez Park, Brooklyn

RiseBoro celebrates the season in style with the return of Bushwick’s beloved, outdoor mini-festival, ¡CalabazaFest!.

Celebrate community, culture, and the traditions of Día de los Muertos and Halloween at this free, family-friendly day filled with music, art, and togetherness in the heart of Bushwick.

Enjoy live performances beginning at noon, a creative costume contest (with prizes!), plus local vendors, community partners, and – the return of pumpkin carving (with composting by BK Rot)!

Join us as we celebrate the vibrant cultures that make our neighborhoods thrive and the people who bring them to life.

Many thanks to Council Member Jennifer Gutierrez for her support!

Live On Stage at ¡CalabazaFest! 2026:

** Creative Costume Contest 2:00pm – Prizes will be awarded! **

Your Emcees: Ricardo Steven & Smiley Burbujita
Mariachi Internacional Tapatio de Alvaro Paulino – World-Renowned!
Jonathan Cazares – Young and Gifted Mariachi
Ballet Folklorico Mis Raices Paulino – Making their ¡CalabazaFest! Debut
Bushwick’s Got Talent! – An Adorable Army of Pint-Size Dancers from RiseBoro Youth Center’s Compass Program
L Train Brass Band – Fun and Funky Modern Marching Band

Note: Above Program is subject to change
Costume Contest @ 2:00pm

Prizes will be awarded!