When is Masquerade in Ghent?

It is on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 6 PM to 10 PM, one week before Halloween.

Where is Masquerade in Ghent?

It takes place at Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, United States.

Can kids go to Masquerade in Ghent?

Yes, it is listed as a family-friendly Halloween event.

How long is Masquerade in Ghent?

It runs for about 4 hours, from 6 PM to 10 PM.

Masquerade in Ghent: Halloween Ball in Norfolk, Fri Oct 23

Name: Masquerade in Ghent
Start: 2026-10-23T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-10-23T22:00:00-04:00
Location: Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, United States

Masquerade in Ghent

Masquerade in Ghent is a Halloween ball at Colley Ave in Norfolk, VA, on Friday, October 23 from 6 PM to 10 PM. That's one week before Halloween. Costumes are part of the fun. It is listed as family-friendly. Within three days of it, 23 more Halloween events happen around Norfolk.

Date & Time

Friday, October 23 · 6 PM – 10 PM

UTC-04:00

Location

Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, United States | Norfolk, VA

Are you ready for a Ghouling Good Time?!?
Save-the-date for Ghent’s largest Halloween street party and costume contest – Masquerade in Ghent! Masquerade in Ghent will take place Friday, October 23, from 6:00-10:00pm in the heart of Ghent on Colley Avenue between Shirley Avenue and Brandon Avenue.
Show off your Halloween costume at the annual Costume Contest Parade. In an effort to streamline the process, pre-judging for the Costume Contest will take place at 6:00pm. The parade starts at 6:30pm and judges will award cash prizes for “Best In Show,” “Best Family or Group,” and “Best Adult.” Prize packets will be awarded to “Best Pet Costume,” “Best Child” (male & female ages 5-12), and “Best Infant (4 and under)." Register for FREE online at www.ghentnorfolk.org by midnight Wednesday, October 21. Registration after midnight on 10/21/26 will be $25 online. Online registration will close at midnight on 10/22/26. Any registrations on the day of the Masquerade will be $30 in-person from 5:00 - 5:45 pm in front of Blair Middle School.
After the parade, get ready for a monster mash with live music by Wonderland. Plus, there will be activities for kids, refreshments and adult beverages including beer, cider, seltzers, and signature cocktails from Reverend Spirits.
Masquerade in Ghent is free and open to the public. Ample parking can be found along the streets and parking lots. Don’t miss the frightfully, fun-tastic time at this year’s Masquerade in Ghent!
Masquerade in Ghent is proudly presented by the Ghent Business Association.
Visit www.ghentnorfolk.org for more information and to register your costume! It will be a howling good time!!