FRIDAY, OCT. 28

ARLINGTON TREASURE HUNT: What’s better motivation for a long bike ride than donuts, pupusas or coffee waiting for you on the other side? Phoenix Bikes’ Arlington Treasure Hunt, which takes you to the city’s best bites, is back this weekend with all that and more. Register online to get your first clue in the hunt, which you can complete in one afternoon or over multiple days. (Various Arlington locations; Friday – Sunday; $40)

FOOD JUSTICE: While you jam out to the local bands playing at Pearl Street Warehouse this weekend, Food Justice DMV will be raising funds to feed people affected by food insecurity in the Latinx community. Indie-pop outfit Ari Voxx and the Sadpads kicks off the night, then hands it off to pop rockers Ammonite, punk band Fixed Bias, and shoegazers Koshari. (Pearl Street Warehouse; 6:30 p.m.; $20+)

VAMPIRE BALL: Synetic Theater’s production of Dracula just got spookier. This Friday night, they’re hosting a Vampire Ball to follow the show. After watching vampires take the stage, you’ll get the chance to be a vampire yourself at a Halloween bash that features a costume contest, dance party, snacks and drinks. Costumes are heavily encouraged. (Synetic Theater; 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.; $115)

MORE: Art Bites Gallery Talk (Smithsonian American Art Museum; 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m.; FREE); Arcade Fire (The Anthem; Friday through Sunday; 6 p.m.; $69.50+); Freaky Friday (Saloon; 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; FREE); Cultura Fashion Show (Mayflower Hotel; 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.; $150); Dress-up Stand-up: A Halloween Party and Comedy Show (Well & Wonder Studio; 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.; $20+); The Troubadour (Kennedy Center; through November 7; $45+)

SATURDAY, OCT. 29

RUBELL MUSEUM: Ten years in the making, D.C. residents can finally reap the benefits of the Rubell Museum, which opens to the public this weekend with “What’s Going On,” an exhibit of over 190 works by 50 artists, including a Keith Haring piece that opens the show. The museum features two dozen galleries, a bookstore, and a solo exhibition from D.C. artist Sylvia Snowden. (Rubell Museum; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; FREE for D.C. residents; $15 for non-residents)

DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS: Not only is it Halloweekend, but it’s also the weekend that many Mexicans will be celebrating Día de los Muertos, which happens November 1-2. The Smithsonian American Art Museum is celebrating the holiday with a family day that features face painting, Day of the Dead crafts and live performances by Corazón Folklórico DC, Mariachi Aguila DC and Sol y Rumba. (Smithsonian American Art Museum; 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; FREE)

WELL-READ BLACK GIRL: With a fabulous keynote speaker (Tricia Hersey, also known as the nap bishop), numerous literary panels and nighttime cocktails, it’s no surprise that the Well-Read Black Girl Festival has already sold out in-person tickets. You can still join in on the celebration of all things Black girl literature by donating online and tuning in virtually. (Virtual; 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Donation based)

HALLOWEEN FAMILY FUN: Boo at the Zoo may be sold out, but there’s still plenty of options for family fun this Halloweekend. Consider, for example, the All Day Halloween Family Fun celebration in Anacostia. Bring the whole family out for a bounce house, arts and crafts, face painting, and an after-dark firepit and movie. (You Matter Spa & Wellness Center; 12 p.m.; FREE)

HALLOWEEKEND: Who said costumes are just for people? Bring the pups with you this weekend to the Perch in Tysons for a Halloweekend celebration that includes costume contests (both canine and human friendly), spooky golf at Perch Putt, pumpkin painting, a pie eating contest and more. (The Perch; 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.; FREE)

ART BREW SWAP: Calling all artists: Need to get rid of some old work or re-up on your pens? This Saturday, Swap D.C. is hosting a swap for art and art supplies. Head over to City State Brewing to drink cold beer, mingle with fellow creatives, and perhaps leave with some new decor. Think they forgot it was Halloween? No chance — costumes are encouraged. (City State Brewing; 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.; FREE)

DIEGO EL CIGALA: Diego Ramón Jiménez Salazar, known as El Cigala, is currently on a tour called “20 Years of Tears.” It’s a fitting name for the legendary Romani Flamenco singer, who has been bringing his emotional, unique voice to international audiences for the last two decades. Watch him perform this weekend at the Lincoln Theatre, though beware: You run the risk of shedding a tear or two. (Lincoln Theatre; 7 p.m.; $60+)

GET OUT: How can you make a scary movie even scarier? Maybe start by getting it up on the big screen and asking a talented orchestra to play its eerie music live. This weekend, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is providing live accompaniment for the instant classic Get Out, and their musical flourishes might somehow make the Sunken Place even freakier. (Music Center at Strathmore; 8 p.m.; $40)

MORE: Community Fishing (Anacostia Park Boat Ramp; 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; FREE); Hirshhorn Howl-o-ween (Hirshhorn Museum Sculpture Garden; 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; FREE); Mount Vernon Triangle Fall Fun Day (Milian Park; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; FREE); Spooky Fall Fest (The Shops at Waldorf Center; 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.; FREE); Abbondanza! A Halloween Natural Wine Party (Sonny’s Pizza; 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.; $75+); Fall Frolic (Glen Echo Park; 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.; FREE); Lucha Libre: Día de los Muertos (Hook Hall; Saturday 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.; $19.99+); Sketch Night Of Frights (DC Improv; 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.; $20+); Tower of Terror: Halloween at Vue Rooftop (Hotel Washington; 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.; $40+); Come Alive 2 Halloween (Songbyrd Music House; 11 p.m.; $5+) Lost Generation Brewing Grand Opening Party (Lost Generation Brewing; 11 a.m.-midnight; FREE admission)

SUNDAY, OCT. 30

ELLA JANE: All lowercase letters and love songs, ella jane is speedily becoming a quintessential Gen-Z pop star. Her catchy songs like “nothing else i could do” and “bored&blind” have made her a TikTok favorite. Now, she’s taking her indie pop music from Spotify and TikTok to the stage. She sold out DC9 this Saturday, but you can still catch the rising star on Sunday. (DC9 Nightclub; 8 p.m.; $17)

FRIZZY: Hiding curls, waves and frizz with the help of a flat iron is an experience most curly-haired girls know all too well. In their new graphic novel, Frizzy, author Claribel A. Ortega and illustrator Rose Bousamra tell the story of Marlene, a young girl who learns how to ditch the constant straightening and embrace her curls — frizz and all. They’ll be discussing their book at East City Bookshop, and you can tune in virtually. (East City Bookshop and virtual; 6 p.m.; FREE)

MORE: Kinship (National Portrait Gallery; through January 7; FREE);Well Read Black Girl Yoga and Soundbath (Eaton DC; 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; $30+); Van Ness Main Street’s Spooktacular (Forest Hills Playground; 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; FREE); Collaborative Screen Printing Workshop (Shop Made in DC Union Market; 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.; $40); Children of the Mist (National Museum of Asian Art; 4:30 p.m.; FREE); Wesli: Haitian Afro-Roots (Bossa Bistro & Lounge; 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.; $10)