Celebrate Fall at the 8th Annual Scarecrow Festival
Celebrate Halloween in the heart of Belen during the 8th Annual Scarecrow Festival! Bring the whole family downtown for an afternoon filled with costumes, contests, activities, food, shopping, and entertainment.
The festival will take place from 3–6 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2026, along Becker Avenue between Fourth and Sixth streets.
Festival activities will include:
- Live music and entertainment
- Food trucks and local vendors
- Kids’ jumpers
- Pumpkin and gourd painting
- Costume and scarecrow contests
- Cash prizes for first-, second-, and third-place winners
Contest categories will include:
- Best Adult Costume
- Best Kids’ Costume
- Best Group Costume
- Best Scarecrow
- Best Día de los Muertos Costume
Vendor Registration
A limited number of spaces are available:
- General vendors: $30
- Food trucks: $40
To reserve a vendor space, contact Cece Aragon at 505-980-4082. For additional festival information, contact Ronnie Torres at 505-514-3911.
The 8th Annual Scarecrow Festival is presented with support from the Belen Historic Downtown Partnership, Belen Art League, and City of Belen. Come dressed in your Halloween best and enjoy a festive afternoon in downtown Belen!