{"id":228967,"date":"2025-10-10T19:00:12","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T23:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/?p=228967"},"modified":"2025-10-10T19:57:35","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T23:57:35","slug":"halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Howl-o-ween Fun: Dog Costume Contests + Parades in New Jersey This October"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-3-800x533.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"halloween dog contest parades new jersey 2025\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-3-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-3-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-3-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-3-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-3.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">events<\/div><p>It\u2019s officially spooky season, and that means dog costume contests and Halloween parades have begun. It\u2019s that time of year to grab your pet, grab a costume, and head on over to win some great prizes, <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/lgbtq-owned-businesses-bergen-county-nj\/\">shop local vendors<\/a>, enjoy delicious food, spend time with your dog, and enjoy the sight of adorable dogs in incredibly creative costumes. <strong>Read on to find out when and where these dog costume contests and parades are taking place around New Jersey for the 2025 Halloween season.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-228971\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-5-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"halloween dog contest parades new jersey 2025\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-5-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-5-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-5-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-5-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-5-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025-5.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/barkcentralnj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">8th Annual Bark for Life of Central NJ<\/a>\u2502101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 12th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 8th annual Bark for Life will be held on October 12th from 9AM to 12PM. This carnival-themed event includes carnival games, dog-friendly games, a dog costume contest with prizes, food trucks, and a variety of local vendors. Proceeds will go toward fighting against canine cancers. Find out more about this great event <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/barkcentralnj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/bonfire-howl-o-ween-tickets-1664310961889?aff=erelexpmlt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bonfire &amp; Howl-O-Ween<\/a>\u250239 Leocadia Court, Hazlet<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 18th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Hazlet Township Recreation is hosting a Bonfire + Howl-O-Ween event this October 18th from 4PM to 7PM. This fun, family and furry-friendly event will include a warm bonfire, Trunk or Treat, bouncy castles, <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/things-to-do-fall-bergen-county-nj\/\">pumpkin picking<\/a>, a petting zoo, food trucks, and a dog costume contest. This event is completely free to attend; don\u2019t forget your costumes. For more information, click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/bonfire-howl-o-ween-tickets-1664310961889?aff=erelexpmlt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Read More:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/bergen-county-events-october-2025\/\">October 2025 Events in Bergen County, NJ<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO_zdIpEadD\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alex\u2019s Paw Park 5th Annual Howloween K9 Costume Contest and Parade<\/a>\u250241 Middletown Road, Holmdel<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 18th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grab your pup and join this year\u2019s 5th annual Howloween K9 Costume Contest on October 18th from 2PM to 4PM. This contest is completely free to enter, with costume winners being announced at 3PM. Special prizes will be given out to costume winners, and guests can enjoy vendors, delicious dog treats for your pups, raffles, photo-ops, games, face painting, and adoptable dogs. This year, the event\u00a0 will also be partnering up with the Animal Welfare Club at Holmdel High School and William R. Satz Middle School to collect new toys and unopened treats for local animal shelters and rescue centers. If you\u2019re feeling generous, please bring new items to donate at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO_zdIpEadD\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">event<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/fishermans.mark\/photos\/lambertvilles-pet-parade-is-back-with-a-brand-new-name-halloween-howl-this-belov\/1107416784862375\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lambertville\u2019s Halloween Howl<\/a>\u250237 York Street, Lambertville<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 18th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SoCo Rescue is hosting this year\u2019s Lamberville\u2019s Halloween Howl Costumed Four Paws Parade on October 18th from 11:30AM to 1:30PM. Those who\u2019d like to attend and be part of the costume contest will have to pay a $25 registration fee for each pet. All proceeds go to SoCo Rescue and The Pet Pantry at Fisherman\u2019s Mark. This paw-some event includes a Wag Bag for the first 50 registered contestants, prizes for costume winners, free games for kids, a bake sale, and a silent auction. Find out more about this event<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/fishermans.mark\/photos\/lambertvilles-pet-parade-is-back-with-a-brand-new-name-halloween-howl-this-belov\/1107416784862375\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.njfamily.com\/events\/long-branch-fall-festival-and-pooch-parade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Long Branch Fall Festival + Pooch Parade<\/a>\u2502Pier Village, Long Branch<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 18th<\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Long Branch Fall Festival + Pooch Parade includes a variety of family-friendly and pooch-friendly activities. The Pooch Parade begins lining up at noon, with the parade following thirty minutes later, including a costume contest so make sure your pooch is dressed to impress. After the parade, <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/fall-festivals-bergen-county-nj-2025\/\">festival<\/a> goers can enjoy live entertainment, pumpkin carving, bracelet making, face painting, henna art, rides, fall games, pet massages, dog treats and baked goods, pumpkin patch photo opportunities, and Dog Trick-or-Treating. Find more information on this event <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.njfamily.com\/events\/long-branch-fall-festival-and-pooch-parade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/howl-o-ween-pet-costume-contest-and-fundraiser-tickets-1591500644269?aff=erelexpmlt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest + Fundraiser<\/a>\u25021916 New Jersey 57, Hackettstown<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 18th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest + Fundraiser is being held Saturday, October 18th, in Hackettstown. Those who\u2019d like to participate in the costume contest will pay a $10 entry fee, with half the proceeds going to the Pet Adoption League and the other half to the winner. Those attending can also enjoy delicious meatballs, pup cups, a bunch of themed cocktails, and mocktails. To learn more about this event, click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/howl-o-ween-pet-costume-contest-and-fundraiser-tickets-1591500644269?aff=erelexpmlt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cornerstonepets\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hoboken Pup Crawl<\/a>\u2502105 9th Street, Hoboken<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 19th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you enjoy drinking and your pups then this is the paw-fect event for you. Hoboken\u2019s The Ale House is hosting their first ever Pup Crawl. Sniff, sip, and stroll on Sunday, October 19th from 11AM to 4PM. Those who wish to attend will check in, grab an official drink passport and enjoy a self-guided tour featuring Hoboken\u2019s best dog-friendly bars. Attendees will get to drink locally, meet other pups, enjoy local <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/black-owned-businesses-bergen-county-nj\/\">vendors<\/a>, join the chance to win giveaways and exclusive pup swag. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 the day of. Registration begins at Cornerstone Pets located at 105 9th Street. Dog-friendly bars will be announced shortly. Find out more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cornerstonepets\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/barktober-basket-bash-tickets-1553195151509\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Barktober Basket Bash<\/a> \u25022025 Church Road, Toms River<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 19th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pitties and Pals Rescue is hosting a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/barktober-basket-bash-tickets-1553195151509\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barktober Basket Bash<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on October 19th from 12 to 4PM. This event features over 100 different baskets that you can bid on, each one filled with a wide range of treats and goodies. All proceeds go directly to supporting the care of the dogs at the rescue. Attendees have the choice to purchase tickets ahead of time for $25 or at the door for $30. There will be food, vendors, a cash bar, and a 50\/50 raffle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/howl-o-ween-costume-party-pet-supplies-plus-hamilton-nj-tickets-1704618232019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Howl-O-Ween Costume Party at Pet Supplies Plus<\/a>\u25021005 White Horse Avenue, Hamilton Township<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 19th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Hamilton Pet Supplies Plus is hosting a Howl-O-Ween Costume Party on Sunday, October 19th. This event runs from 1PM to 3PM and is fun for the whole family. This Costume Party will include an awesome costume contest, free BadLands Ranch samples for your dog, hot chocolate and popcorn, face painting, bouncy houses, a photo booth, pumpkin bowling, and doggie bobbing for bones. Don\u2019t miss this spooky <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/howl-o-ween-costume-party-pet-supplies-plus-hamilton-nj-tickets-1704618232019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">event<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/barktober-fest-2025-tickets-1676611783979?aff=erellivmlt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bartober Fest 2025<\/a>\u2502Memorial Park River Walk, Fair Lawn<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 25th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This Halloween fest will include a dog costume contest, a bunch of fun prizes. This is the fourth year for this event and it will begin at noon. Contestants will have to pay a small, $7 ticket fee. To purchase tickets and find out more information, click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/barktober-fest-2025-tickets-1676611783979?aff=erellivmlt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/essexcountyparks.org\/parks\/brookdale-park\/calendar\/strut-your-mutt-canine-halloween-costume-contest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Strut Your Mutt: Canine Halloween Costume Contes<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/essexcountyparks.org\/parks\/brookdale-park\/calendar\/strut-your-mutt-canine-halloween-costume-contest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">t<\/a>\u2502Essex County Brookdale Dog Park, West Circuit Drive, Montclair<b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 25th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Canine Halloween Costume Contest in Montclair will take place\u00a0 at the Brookdale Dog Park. This fun costume event will be an early morning activity, starting at 9:30AM and will include awesome prizes for the winners. Registration begins at 9AM. To learn more about this event click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/essexcountyparks.org\/parks\/brookdale-park\/calendar\/strut-your-mutt-canine-halloween-costume-contest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOlsBr5ESz8\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Howl-O-Ween<\/a>\u250221 Belle Mead-Griggstown Road, Unit 104, Belle Mead<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 25th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Held at The Modern Canine in Belle Mead is<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DOlsBr5ESz8\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Howl-O-Ween<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This event goes from 11AM to 2PM on October 25th and will include a dog <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/bergen-county-events-october-2025\/\">parade<\/a> at 1:45PM, fun treat bags for your dog, pup-kin spice puppaccinos, and plenty of photo-ops. A dog costume contest will begin on the 25th and end the following day. Contestants are encouraged to vote on their Instagram stories for this year\u2019s winners. Costume contest categories include Most original\/creative and best owner\/dog duo or group.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocnj.us\/dogday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade<\/a>\u2502OC Boardwalk on 6th Street, Ocean County<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 25th + 26th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On October 25th and 26th, Ocean County will host its 5th annual Howl-O-Ween. All along the Boardwalk, dog-specific vendors, food stations, photo-ops, including photos with Santa, and more will be set up. This event begins at 9AM and has a variety of events throughout the day. The pet parade will begin at 3PM on Sixth Street, both pets and their owners are encouraged to dress up. All proceeds from this event will go to the Humane Society of Ocean City to help animals in need. Sunday\u2019s event, Dogs permitted on the Boardwalk, goes from 9AM to 3PM. If you\u2019d like to learn more information on this event, including theischedule, you can check it out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocnj.us\/dogday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>See More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hobokengirl.com\/ragamuffin-parade-hoboken-2025-halloween\/\">Hoboken Ragamuffin Parade 2025: What to Know<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/1291559827542053\/permalink\/24942823385322365\/?mibextid=K35XfP&amp;rdid=myP0oR6637DsIvtS&amp;share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2Fp%2F1CZQTpMR2w%2F%3Fmibextid%3DK35XfP#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Dog Market: Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade + Adoption Event<\/a>\u2502Maplewood Memorial Park, Maplewood<\/h3>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October 26th<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On Sunday, October 26th from 10AM to 4PM is The Dog Market: Howl-O-Ween. This, pet-loving event includes a Pet Parade and Adoption Event. Starting in the morning, goers can enjoy dog-themed vendors, <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/diy-activities-bergen-county-new-jersey\/\">crafts<\/a>, a dog costume contest, and maybe even find your next furry friend to join your family, so be sure to visit the adoption area. At 1PM join the Pet Parade, it\u2019s $5 to enter with all money going toward a wonderful cause. This event is also still open and looking for vendors, so if you\u2019re looking to sell some items from your local business, you can find more information<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/1291559827542053\/permalink\/24942823385322365\/?mibextid=K35XfP&amp;rdid=myP0oR6637DsIvtS&amp;share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2Fp%2F1CZQTpMR2w%2F%3Fmibextid%3DK35XfP#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Follow @thebergencountygirl on\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thebergencountygirl\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thehobokengirl\/?hl=en\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0for the latest Bergen County updates,\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thebergencountygirl.myflodesk.com\/uu0mgpgtm0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/view.flodesk.com\/pages\/62f92877e5ea6b3d8aea50ad\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">sign up for our email list here<\/a>\u00a0that shares everything you missed each week, and check out our\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/www.hobokengirl.com\/events\/\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">events calendar<\/a>, which has over 30+ events weekly to peruse.<\/p>\n<p data-slot-rendered-content=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/category\/local-events-news\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-130851\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hobokengirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/7-650x217.jpg\" alt=\"read more button\" width=\"450\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>eventsIt\u2019s officially spooky season, and that means dog costume contests and Halloween parades have begun. 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