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Moxy’s lobby will transform into a hot Halloween party on Thursday.
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14 Places to Party on Halloween in D.C.

Where to score spooky specials on food and drinks

by Tierney Plumb
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Moxy’s lobby will transform into a hot Halloween party on Thursday.
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by Tierney Plumb

Halloween is Thursday, and a bevy of D.C. bars and restaurants have conjured up plenty of ways to kick off the weekend early. There are lucrative costume contests — like one with a $500 prize for the best-dressed Quentin Tarantino fan at American Ice Company — deals like half-off pisco sours at Pisco y Nazca, and ‘90s music at the Bullpen and Rock & Roll Hotel.

D.C. is also home to a gamut of Halloween pop-ups this year.

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Brothers And Sisters

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From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., multimedia brand BLCKNLIT and Full Service Radio take over the lobby bar at the Line hotel with spooky drinks and bites. The radio studio will host an immersive visual and audio experience. Costumes are encouraged, of course. RSVP here.

1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009
(202) 588-0525
(202) 588-0525
The bar at Brothers and Sisters inside the Line hotel in Adams Morgan.
The bar at Brothers and Sisters inside the Line hotel in Adams Morgan.
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American Ice Company

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The Shaw barbecue bar is hosting “A Very Red Apple Halloween,” using the work of director Quentin Tarantino as a theme. There will be multiple prizes — including a $500 grand prize handed out at midnight — handed out for the costume contest. So people can expect to see Pulp Fiction-era Uma Thurman costumes or World War II-era outfits modeled after Brad Pitt in Inglorious Bastards. Tarantino-themed cocktail specials will flow from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.

917 V St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 758-3562
(202) 758-3562
Interior at American Ice Company
American Ice Company has a cinematic Halloween theme this year.
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Satellite Room

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A “Hallow-Scream” karaoke night at the Shaw dive bar includes a free bar tab for the ghoul donning the best duds. Specialty drinks include a shot wheel, blood-bag cocktail and more. Next door at sister spot Brixton, there will be DJs on all three levels.

2047 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 506-2496
(202) 506-2496
The bar at Satellite Room.
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Marvin

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Marvin’s first floor transforms into a Southern juke joint, inspired by lively scenes in films like The Color Purple, as local indie soul artist Danté Pope performs at 8 p.m. Expect a full dinner menu, Southern cocktail specials, and invitation to dress to the nines in vintage duds. Reservations include a $10-per-person cover charge.

2007 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
(202) 797-7171
(202) 797-7171
Marvin’s facade Marvin [official photo]

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El Rey

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The Mexican beer garden is doubling down on Halloween and Día De Los Muertos, running happy hour from Thursday, October 31, through Sunday, November 3, with $6 shots, $9 margaritas and $5 tall boys. The Espolón Tequila and Modelo Especial-sponsored long weekend includes special activations like a face painter on Friday.

919 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 506-6418
(202) 506-6418
The scene at El Rey
Open-air El Rey in Shaw
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Pub Grimm

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A two-hour timed entry pass to Drink Company’s elaborate Hallowen pop-up includes candy, a costume competition, and drink specials all night. Come early on Wednesday, October 30, for the release of Devils Backbone Brewing Company’s “Death Becomes Us” (6 p.m. to 9 p.m.) as part of BYT’s upcoming true crime festival.

1825 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 316-9396
(202) 316-9396
Pub Grimm’s The Glass Slipper (Monkey 47 Gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters, spruce oil).
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Dacha Beer Garden

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The Shaw beer garden’s weeklong “Creepy Carnival” calls for a Howl-O-Ween Pawty Fundraiser for Bundy Dog Park on Tuesday; free flights of 3 Stars Brewing Company for the first costumed guests on Wednesday; and cocktail specials, costume contests, tarot card readings with Cinnamon Creek Healing Arts and caricature artist through the weekend.

1600 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 350-9888
(202) 350-9888
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Dacha Fear Garden presents: The CREEPY CARNIVAL Step right up! We'll be hosting a week long cReEpY carnival from 10/28 - 11/3 to celebrate our favorite holiday, HALLOWEEN We'll have some special Dacha prizes for those dressed up in their spookiest, freakiest, creepiest best SCHEDULE of EVENTS: MONDAY (10/28): #TeamDacha and the @930thetruck played Carnival Bingo and @alexanderjip won @brckhmptn concert tix TUESDAY (10/29): Howl-O-Ween Pawty Fundraiser for @bundydogparkdc! Best four legged costumes win special prizes WEDNESDAY (10/30): @3starsbrewing Beer Club! Try a flight of 3stars special fall brews , first 20 customers who show up in a Halloween costume gets a free flight! THURSDAY-SUNDAY (10/31-11/3): Creepy Carnival will be in full swing with cocktail specials , custom contests☠️, tarot card readings with @cinnamoncreekhealing and caricature artists ! See you at the Carnival xx #teamdacha by @hillea @erinpointandshoot by @bravosbeauty #Halloween #carnival #creepycarnival #hallowseve #madeindc #acreativedc #clowns #freakshow #welcometothecarnival #dchalloween #fraylife #dachadc #spooky #BYThings #730dc #halloweencostumes #halloweenmakeup #makeuphalloween #halloween #halloween #dcnightlife #dc

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ChurchKey

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The beer bar’s “Night of the Living Ales” party returns for the ninth year on Halloween eve (Wednesday), featuring 20 drafts and 20 half-price bottles. Options include Allagash’s Ghoulschip and Burial’s the Allegory of Immortality. And on Halloween, head to Fairfax sister bar B Side at 4 p.m. for a throwback Thursday costume contest and discount treats.

1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
(202) 567-2576
(202) 567-2576
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 7 : Shown is a portion of the taps at
Taps at ChurchKey
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Heurich House Museum

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The spooky Heurich House Museum throws a Gordon Biersch-sponsored happy hour in its Castle Garden while playing 1922 silent German horror classic Nosferatu. For $10, dare to enter the historic home for tastings of Senate Beer and specialty cocktails from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ID famous vampires dangling inside for a chance to win prizes. Must be 21, and costumes are encouraged.

1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
(202) 429-1894
(202) 429-1894
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Nosferatu is an adaptation of Bram Stoker's novel Dracula (1897). Can you spot the similarities? Give it a try this Halloween in the Castle Garden. More info on our Halloween evening: We’re celebrating Halloween with the highly influential silent horror film, Nosferatu. The 1922 German classic will play while guests enjoy a Halloween-themed 1921 happy hour in the Castle Garden, sponsored by Gordon Biersch. If you dare, enter the historic home for a vampire castle experience including a bar with tastings of Senate Beer and speciality cocktails from 6-8:30pm. While inside the home, identify famous vampires for a chance to win prizes. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase at 1921 from 5-8:30pm. Guests can enter the “castle” between 6-8:30pm. Tickets for house entry are $10. Costumes are encouraged. Please note: the movie will screen in the Castle Garden weather permitting. You must be 21+ to attend this event. ID's required (from ages 2 to 102)! All proceeds benefit the Heurich House Museum.

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Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar

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The Miami import’s day-long Halloween party stars live Criolla music, dancing, bites, a raffle of Pisco Cuatro G’s Bottle during happy hour, and — most importantly — half-off pisco sours all day. RSVP here.

1823 L St NW, Washington, DC 20036
(202) 559-3726
(202) 559-3726
Cocktails at Pisco y Nazca
Pisco sours are half-off all day on Halloween.
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Moxy Washington, DC Downtown

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The millennial-trap hotel’s first annual “Moxyween” party (4 p.m. to 10 p.m.) features dancing, live entertainment from DJ Chubb E. Swagg, and a costume contest with cash prizes up to $150 (winners announced at 9 p.m.). The lobby bar will be slinging finger foods and themed cocktail specials like “Witches’ Poison,” “Vampire Kiss,” and “Voodoo Punch.”

1011 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 922-7400
(202) 922-7400
Spooky lobby scenes at Moxy
Moxy’s check-in desk doubles as a bar.
Moxy/official photo

Prather's On The Alley

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The modern neighborhood bistro in Mount Vernon Triangle throws a “Boos and Booze” party (6 p.m. to 1 a.m.) starring specialty cocktails with Bluecoat Gin, FEW Spirits, Brenne Whiskey, Widow Jane Whiskey, and Mezcal Vago and dishing out prizes for the best costumes.

455 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 838-9633
(202) 838-9633

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Rock & Roll Hotel

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Like Nirvana? Then you’re going to love the H Street NE venue’s “Halloween Smash” that features live tributes to the ‘90s alt rockers, Iron Maiden, and more. Tickets are $10, doors are 7 p.m.

1353 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002
(202) 388-7625
(202) 388-7625

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The Bullpen

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White Ford Bronco, D.C.’s favorite ‘90s cover band, performs at the Nats fan favorite on Halloween. Along with costume contests, raffle giveaways, and tailgate games, drinkers can plan to drop $8 on White Claws and domestic brews. White Ford Bronco’s set kicks off at 7 p.m., and doors open at 5pm. Tickets are $20 on Eventbrite or $25 at the door. 

1201 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003
(202) 244-0592
(202) 244-0592
Outside the Bullpen
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Brothers And Sisters

1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009

From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., multimedia brand BLCKNLIT and Full Service Radio take over the lobby bar at the Line hotel with spooky drinks and bites. The radio studio will host an immersive visual and audio experience. Costumes are encouraged, of course. RSVP here.

1770 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20009
(202) 588-0525
(202) 588-0525
The bar at Brothers and Sisters inside the Line hotel in Adams Morgan.
The bar at Brothers and Sisters inside the Line hotel in Adams Morgan.
Rey Lopez for Eater DC

American Ice Company

917 V St NW, Washington, DC 20001

The Shaw barbecue bar is hosting “A Very Red Apple Halloween,” using the work of director Quentin Tarantino as a theme. There will be multiple prizes — including a $500 grand prize handed out at midnight — handed out for the costume contest. So people can expect to see Pulp Fiction-era Uma Thurman costumes or World War II-era outfits modeled after Brad Pitt in Inglorious Bastards. Tarantino-themed cocktail specials will flow from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.

917 V St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 758-3562
(202) 758-3562
Interior at American Ice Company
American Ice Company has a cinematic Halloween theme this year.
American Ice Company/official photo

Satellite Room

2047 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

A “Hallow-Scream” karaoke night at the Shaw dive bar includes a free bar tab for the ghoul donning the best duds. Specialty drinks include a shot wheel, blood-bag cocktail and more. Next door at sister spot Brixton, there will be DJs on all three levels.

2047 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 506-2496
(202) 506-2496
The bar at Satellite Room.
Satellite Room/official photo

Marvin

2007 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

Marvin’s first floor transforms into a Southern juke joint, inspired by lively scenes in films like The Color Purple, as local indie soul artist Danté Pope performs at 8 p.m. Expect a full dinner menu, Southern cocktail specials, and invitation to dress to the nines in vintage duds. Reservations include a $10-per-person cover charge.

2007 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
(202) 797-7171
(202) 797-7171
Marvin’s facade Marvin [official photo]

El Rey

919 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001

The Mexican beer garden is doubling down on Halloween and Día De Los Muertos, running happy hour from Thursday, October 31, through Sunday, November 3, with $6 shots, $9 margaritas and $5 tall boys. The Espolón Tequila and Modelo Especial-sponsored long weekend includes special activations like a face painter on Friday.

919 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 506-6418
(202) 506-6418
The scene at El Rey
Open-air El Rey in Shaw
El Rey/official photo

Pub Grimm

1825 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

A two-hour timed entry pass to Drink Company’s elaborate Hallowen pop-up includes candy, a costume competition, and drink specials all night. Come early on Wednesday, October 30, for the release of Devils Backbone Brewing Company’s “Death Becomes Us” (6 p.m. to 9 p.m.) as part of BYT’s upcoming true crime festival.

1825 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 316-9396
(202) 316-9396
Pub Grimm’s The Glass Slipper (Monkey 47 Gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters, spruce oil).
Drink Company/official photo

Dacha Beer Garden

1600 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

The Shaw beer garden’s weeklong “Creepy Carnival” calls for a Howl-O-Ween Pawty Fundraiser for Bundy Dog Park on Tuesday; free flights of 3 Stars Brewing Company for the first costumed guests on Wednesday; and cocktail specials, costume contests, tarot card readings with Cinnamon Creek Healing Arts and caricature artist through the weekend.

1600 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 350-9888
(202) 350-9888
View this post on Instagram

Dacha Fear Garden presents: The CREEPY CARNIVAL Step right up! We'll be hosting a week long cReEpY carnival from 10/28 - 11/3 to celebrate our favorite holiday, HALLOWEEN We'll have some special Dacha prizes for those dressed up in their spookiest, freakiest, creepiest best SCHEDULE of EVENTS: MONDAY (10/28): #TeamDacha and the @930thetruck played Carnival Bingo and @alexanderjip won @brckhmptn concert tix TUESDAY (10/29): Howl-O-Ween Pawty Fundraiser for @bundydogparkdc! Best four legged costumes win special prizes WEDNESDAY (10/30): @3starsbrewing Beer Club! Try a flight of 3stars special fall brews , first 20 customers who show up in a Halloween costume gets a free flight! THURSDAY-SUNDAY (10/31-11/3): Creepy Carnival will be in full swing with cocktail specials , custom contests☠️, tarot card readings with @cinnamoncreekhealing and caricature artists ! See you at the Carnival xx #teamdacha by @hillea @erinpointandshoot by @bravosbeauty #Halloween #carnival #creepycarnival #hallowseve #madeindc #acreativedc #clowns #freakshow #welcometothecarnival #dchalloween #fraylife #dachadc #spooky #BYThings #730dc #halloweencostumes #halloweenmakeup #makeuphalloween #halloween #halloween #dcnightlife #dc

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ChurchKey

1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005

The beer bar’s “Night of the Living Ales” party returns for the ninth year on Halloween eve (Wednesday), featuring 20 drafts and 20 half-price bottles. Options include Allagash’s Ghoulschip and Burial’s the Allegory of Immortality. And on Halloween, head to Fairfax sister bar B Side at 4 p.m. for a throwback Thursday costume contest and discount treats.

1337 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
(202) 567-2576
(202) 567-2576
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 7 : Shown is a portion of the taps at
Taps at ChurchKey
Ricky Carioti/The Washington Post via Getty Images

Heurich House Museum

1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036

The spooky Heurich House Museum throws a Gordon Biersch-sponsored happy hour in its Castle Garden while playing 1922 silent German horror classic Nosferatu. For $10, dare to enter the historic home for tastings of Senate Beer and specialty cocktails from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ID famous vampires dangling inside for a chance to win prizes. Must be 21, and costumes are encouraged.

1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
(202) 429-1894
(202) 429-1894
View this post on Instagram

Nosferatu is an adaptation of Bram Stoker's novel Dracula (1897). Can you spot the similarities? Give it a try this Halloween in the Castle Garden. More info on our Halloween evening: We’re celebrating Halloween with the highly influential silent horror film, Nosferatu. The 1922 German classic will play while guests enjoy a Halloween-themed 1921 happy hour in the Castle Garden, sponsored by Gordon Biersch. If you dare, enter the historic home for a vampire castle experience including a bar with tastings of Senate Beer and speciality cocktails from 6-8:30pm. While inside the home, identify famous vampires for a chance to win prizes. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase at 1921 from 5-8:30pm. Guests can enter the “castle” between 6-8:30pm. Tickets for house entry are $10. Costumes are encouraged. Please note: the movie will screen in the Castle Garden weather permitting. You must be 21+ to attend this event. ID's required (from ages 2 to 102)! All proceeds benefit the Heurich House Museum.

A post shared by Heurich House Museum (@heurichhouse) on

Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar

1823 L St NW, Washington, DC 20036

The Miami import’s day-long Halloween party stars live Criolla music, dancing, bites, a raffle of Pisco Cuatro G’s Bottle during happy hour, and — most importantly — half-off pisco sours all day. RSVP here.

1823 L St NW, Washington, DC 20036
(202) 559-3726
(202) 559-3726
Cocktails at Pisco y Nazca
Pisco sours are half-off all day on Halloween.
Pisco y Nazca/official photo

Moxy Washington, DC Downtown

1011 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001

The millennial-trap hotel’s first annual “Moxyween” party (4 p.m. to 10 p.m.) features dancing, live entertainment from DJ Chubb E. Swagg, and a costume contest with cash prizes up to $150 (winners announced at 9 p.m.). The lobby bar will be slinging finger foods and themed cocktail specials like “Witches’ Poison,” “Vampire Kiss,” and “Voodoo Punch.”

1011 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 922-7400
(202) 922-7400
Spooky lobby scenes at Moxy
Moxy’s check-in desk doubles as a bar.
Moxy/official photo

Prather's On The Alley

455 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001

The modern neighborhood bistro in Mount Vernon Triangle throws a “Boos and Booze” party (6 p.m. to 1 a.m.) starring specialty cocktails with Bluecoat Gin, FEW Spirits, Brenne Whiskey, Widow Jane Whiskey, and Mezcal Vago and dishing out prizes for the best costumes.

455 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 838-9633
(202) 838-9633

Rock & Roll Hotel

1353 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Like Nirvana? Then you’re going to love the H Street NE venue’s “Halloween Smash” that features live tributes to the ‘90s alt rockers, Iron Maiden, and more. Tickets are $10, doors are 7 p.m.

1353 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002
(202) 388-7625
(202) 388-7625

The Bullpen

1201 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003

White Ford Bronco, D.C.’s favorite ‘90s cover band, performs at the Nats fan favorite on Halloween. Along with costume contests, raffle giveaways, and tailgate games, drinkers can plan to drop $8 on White Claws and domestic brews. White Ford Bronco’s set kicks off at 7 p.m., and doors open at 5pm. Tickets are $20 on Eventbrite or $25 at the door. 

1201 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003
(202) 244-0592
(202) 244-0592
Outside the Bullpen
Outside the Bullpen
Jonathan Newton / The Washington Post via Getty Images

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