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Oct 17, 2023

Pumpkins, Parties, Pop-Up Bars, And More: How To Celebrate Halloween Around D.C.

Family-friendly festivals, spooky film screenings, and specialty cocktail menus: There are plenty of ways to get into the spirit of spooky season in the region.

Oct 12, 2021

17 Spooky Ways To Celebrate Halloween Around D.C.

We have your Halloween picks for this year.

Oct 30, 2020

DCist’s 2020 Guide To Last-Minute D.C. Halloween Costume Ideas

A cannibalistic rat, a streatery, a gigantic lovable cat named Wilford … you’ve got a lot of options.

Oct 26, 2020

11 Virtual And IRL Things To Do This Week In D.C.

This week, do the monster mash, vote & run, and toast the Marilyn Monroe mural.

Oct 23, 2020

White House Will Open For Trick-Or-Treating This Sunday

Just weeks after its coronavirus outbreak, the event will take place with health and safety measures in place.

Oct 23, 2020

Ghosts, Ghouls, And Goatman: 9 Local Haunts That Will Scare You

If 2020 hasn’t been frightening enough, here are the true stories behind some of the area’s creepiest spots.

Oct 21, 2020

Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun: 18 Ways To Celebrate Spooky Season In The D.C. Region

From yoga with costumed goats to take-home sip-n-paints, the region has virtual and IRL Halloween events for everyone.

Oct 14, 2020

Candy Chutes, ‘Ghosting,’ And Costume Bingo: Local Families Get Creative For A Coronavirus-Era Halloween

“Halloween is just a time to enjoy together as a family, and to be a little bit sneaky and get a little bit spooky,” says one parent.

Oct 08, 2020

Prince George’s County Will Remain In Phase Two, Offers Halloween Guidance

Prince George’s County advises against traditional trick-or-treating, suggests at-home activities.

Oct 06, 2020

D.C. Releases Official Halloween COVID-19 Guidance

“Greater social distancing is necessary if screaming is anticipated.”

 
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