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section: culture
first_reported: 2026-11-05 13:38 EST
updated: 2026-11-05 13:38 EST
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# Pumpkin Parade held at Pope John Paul II Park in Dorchester

The annual free Pumpkin Parade took place Thursday, Oct. 29, at Pope John Paul II Park, featuring costumes, games, crafts and music, the Dorchester Reporter reported.

Section: [Culture & Events](/boston/section/life.md) · Entities: [Pope John Paul II Park](/boston/wiki/pope-john-paul-ii-park.md)

## Coverage

- [Dorchester Reporter](https://www.dotnews.com/2026/11/05/the-annual-pumpkin-parade-was-a-big-hit-at-dorchesters-pope-john-paul-ii-park-last-thursday-oct-29/), 2026-11-05 13:38 EST: The annual Pumpkin Parade was a big hit at Dorchester’s Pope John Paul II Park last Thursday (Oct. 29).

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