MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
TOAST TO MARILYN: Raise a glass to the restored Marilyn Monroe Mural in Woodley Park (which was first painted in 1981) by heading to a participating neighborhood restaurant, including District Kitchen, Open City, and Duke’s Counter, for a complimentary drink with purchase. A face mask emblazoned with the starlet’s image is also available for purchase with proceeds going towards helping small businesses in the neighborhood. (Various locations, until October 31, prices vary)
ART IS LIFE: For its 20th anniversary, Art Night, the annual exhibition and fundraiser for the Washington Project for the Arts, has transformed into a month-long, virtual affair. Check out Art Month 2020 and browse (and shop!) the works of Monika Stroik, Roxana Azar, and more. Proceeds will be shared equally between the artist and WPA. (Closes October 29 at 6 p.m., prices vary)
SHHH: Spend your Monday evening under cover at a virtual version of the Spy Museum’s annual event, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Spy. Hear from four female spies as they discuss their careers in intelligence. They’ll also dole out advice for those interested in working in espionage. (6:30 p.m., $10 donation)
MORE: Outdoor Yoga @ Stead Park (Zog Sports, 6 p.m., $15), Mount RushGore Virtual 5k Halloween Run (Virtual Run Challenge, Until November 15, $27)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
ELECTION EXERCISE: Work off some election anxiety with Run the Polls. Join runners, policy experts, and activists in jogging to all D.C. polling stations in an effort to highlight the importance of voting early. The run will begin at Dunbar High School, go to Union Market, and back. Make sure to register after casting your own ballot. (Dunbar High School, 6 p.m., FREE)
TOIL, TROUBLE, & TRIVIA: Channel the Sanderson sisters and prove your Hocus Pocus heft during trivia night at Pinstripes Georgetown. Gather a group of (six maximum) of your favorite witches and warlocks and reserve your spots ahead of time. If you’d prefer to revel in trivia about The Office Halloween episodes, head on out to Pinstripes in North Bethesda to show off your best Michael Scott. (Pinstripes, 7 p.m., FREE)
SCARE BY SCOOTER: Get in the Halloween spirit with a scooter Haunted Costume Joyride. Register ahead of time, grab your costume, and get ready to glide around town enjoying music, a photo booth, complimentary shot o’clock, and more. Important note, Bird scooter rental is a separate fee. (15th St. & Constitution Ave., NW, 8 p.m., $15)
MORE: Social Studies: What Do You Do With A Problem? (President Lincoln’s Cottage, 10 a.m., $25), Pole Twerk + Heels w/ Marina (Twerk Works, 7 p.m., $90)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
DEEP BREATH: Take a lunch break and join certified yoga therapist Linda Lang for a midday recharge. During three, 90-minute afternoon Zoom sessions, participants will work on reducing stress, building resilience, and breathwork. (12 p.m., $70)
B-I-N-G-O: It’s the most wonderful time of the year — celebrate Hallo-Queen with Drag Bingo at Wunder Garten. Hosted by Katrina Colby and Crystal Edge, there will be a costume contest and speciality cocktails for all to enjoy. Proceeds will benefit the Capital Pride Alliance and social distancing rules will be in effect. (Wunder Garten, 8 p.m., FREE)
MORE: Investing on Small Apartment Buildings in District of Columbia (REI Events, 1 p.m., FREE), Is Wildness Over? – An SIS-OR Book Event with Dr. Paul Wapner (Office of Research, School of International Service, American University, 6 p.m., FREE)
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
TREE HUGGER: Help fill out the tree canopy by planting a redbud sapling from Dominion Energy’s Project Plant It! and EcoAction Arlington. Register and select a pickup time — on Thursday, the trees will be at the Ballston Farmers Market; more dates and times are available at various Arlington locations. The foot-long saplings will have their bare root wrapped in plastic, — before you plant, check out these tips. (Ballston Farmers Market, 3 p.m.-7 p.m., FREE)
VOICE FOR ALL: Celebrate democracy with an evening of storytelling with the D.C. Public Library and Story District. I, Too, Sing America — which will stream on the library’s YouTube and Facebook pages — will feature five storytellers who will share their experiences, including a returning citizen whose voting rights have been restored; an activist who was on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, on Bloody Sunday in 1965; and a librarian who believes information access is key to democracy. (7 p.m., FREE)
PARTY ON: Sure, socially distant Halloween is going to have a different vibe, but local dream pop band Lavender is still having their Monster Mash Bash at DC9. This year, it’s going to be a live 5-camera fully produced show that’s going to be streamed live so that you can mash in your living room. For those who really want to be there in person, a few rooftop tables are going to be available with a full bar and kitchen. COVID-19 safety protocols will be in place, so make a mask a part of your costume. (7 p.m., $10 for the live stream, $40 for a rooftop table)
MORE: I’m Dead! (Halloween House Show) (Reid Clark, 5 p.m., $12), HillVets Outdoor Socially Distanced Movie Night: Beetlejuice (Hillvets, 6:30 p.m., FREE)
