Watch One of America’s Largest Halloween Parades Live From Toms River, New Jersey

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Halloween spirit was on full display in Ocean County as the iconic Toms River Fire Company #1 Halloween Parade returned for its 87th year, bringing thousands of spectators, colorful costumes, community groups, emergency vehicles, and festive fun to the streets of Downtown Toms River.

Widely recognized as one of the largest Halloween parades in the United States, the beloved annual tradition once again transformed the heart of Toms River into a celebration of community, creativity, and Halloween excitement.

For those who were unable to attend in person, the parade was broadcast live online by TRSTV – Toms River Schools TV, allowing viewers across New Jersey and beyond to experience the sights and sounds of the event from wherever they were watching.

Watch the Full Halloween Parade Replay

The annual parade, organized by Toms River Fire Company #1, has become one of Ocean County’s signature fall events. Promotional materials for this year’s parade highlighted the event’s focus on tradition, community, costumes, fire safety, and Halloween fun, themes that were reflected throughout the evening’s festivities.

This year’s event also celebrated the long-standing role of Toms River Volunteer Fire Company #1, which was established in 1896 and has served the community for generations. The Halloween-themed promotional artwork proudly declared that “The Spirit of Toms River Lives Here,” a fitting description for an event that continues to bring residents together year after year.

Spectators lining the parade route were treated to an impressive display of Halloween creativity, from costumed participants and themed floats to marching groups and decorated emergency vehicles. The event remains one of the highlights of the local fall season and a cherished tradition for many Ocean County families.

About TRSTV – Toms River Schools TV

A special shoutout goes to TRSTV – Toms River Schools TV, whose student production team provided the live broadcast coverage of the parade.

TRSTV serves as the educational television channel supported by the TV Production and Broadcast Journalism students of the Toms River Regional Schools. Through live event coverage, community programming, sports broadcasts, and school-related productions, students gain valuable real-world broadcasting experience while helping keep the community connected.

The channel’s professional-quality livestreams have become an important resource for local residents who want to watch community events from home, and the Halloween Parade broadcast once again showcased the impressive work of the student media team.

A Halloween Tradition That Keeps Growing

For nearly nine decades, the Toms River Fire Company #1 Halloween Parade has brought together residents of all ages for an evening of family-friendly entertainment. Its combination of community pride, creative costumes, local organizations, and Halloween excitement continues to make it one of New Jersey’s most anticipated annual events.

Whether attending in person along the parade route or watching online through TRSTV’s livestream coverage, thousands were able to take part in another memorable chapter of one of America’s largest Halloween celebrations.

For those who missed the live event, the full parade broadcast remains available online to watch and enjoy. Happy Halloween, Toms River! 🎃👻🚒