The Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade was the best day of my life

Ever since I learned about the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City, I knew I would have to make it my life's mission to go someday. That dream finally came true for me when I moved to New York last year, and the parade, as expected, did not disappoint. How could you go wrong with hundreds of dogs in adorable costumes? That's right, you can't.
Halloween costume choices for humans and dogs alike are telling of the trends and events of that year. Last year's parade saw meme