Who says Halloween is just for kids? There are plenty of Halloween parties around D.C. that are perfect for adults. Grab your favorite Halloween costume and head to one of these best Halloween parties for adults in D.C. and be prepared to drink, dance and scream the spooky night away.
Nightmare on M Street
McFadden’s
2401 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W.
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 223-2338
www.mcfaddensdc.com
Date: Oct. 25, 2014
Recognized as the East Coast’s largest roaming costume party, the Nightmare on M Street extravaganza is definitely one Halloween party you won’t want to miss. Get access to more than 30 popular downtown bars, including McFadden’s, the Exchange Saloon and Public Bar, all with no cover charge. Enjoy drink specials including $3 Blue Moons and $4 Bacardi drinks, plus food specials and costume contests. Tickets are required and available for purchase online. Act quickly because this event sells out fast.
Halloween Howl at the Hamilton
600 14th St. N.W.
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 787-1000
www.thehamiltondc.com
Date: Oct. 25, 2014
If hanging out with thousands of costumed partiers is not exactly your style, then consider spending Halloween at the Hamilton. Catch a variety of live acts, including the Sidleys, Cairo Fred, the Crimestoppers and Cal Everett, as they sing the greatest Halloween hits over the past 40 years. Wear a costume and you may win an awesome prize. A uniquely designed, state-of-the-art venue and full-service restaurant and bar, the Hamilton offers tasty menu items, like loaded tater tots and tuna tartar, plus classic cocktails and seasonal drinks.
FWBA Halloween Costume Party Cruise
1300 Maine Ave. S.W.
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 554-0222
www.eventbrite.com
Date: Nov. 1, 2014
Enjoy a relaxing evening out at sea at the Fort Washington Boating Association Halloween Costume Party Cruise. Come dressed as your Halloween best and enjoy a three-hour cruise along the Potomac River. Your ticket to this exclusive event includes delicious food and great music as well as a cash bar. It is open to both FWBA members and non-members. The FWBA is a non-profit organization that promotes water safety as well as business networking and camaraderie. The cruise departs at 9 p.m. sharp.
Mansion on O Street Halloween Party
2020 O St. N.W.
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 496-2020
www.omansion.com
Date: Oct. 31, 2014
For a truly unique Halloween party experience, head on over to the Mansion on O Street where you will find eclectic decor, hidden doors and secret passages. The annual Halloween party features a DJ and dancing, costume contests with prizes, a treasure hunt, cash bar and chocolate fountain. Go on a self-guided tour and see all of the secrets in store in this luxury boutique hotel. See raw and exposed music collections, sculptures, paintings, pop culture memorabilia and books. The building also features a variety of architectural styles. Hang out in the safari room or the art deco penthouse. It will be a Halloween experience you won’t forget.
The Hangover Halloween Pub Crawl
The Front Page
1333 New Hampshire Ave. N.W.
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 296-6500
www.frontpagedc.com
Date: Oct 30. – Nov. 1, 2014
Forget celebrating Halloween for just one night. The Hangover Halloween Pub Crawl celebrates Halloween all weekend long. Tickets to this year’s event includes three-day access to four popular DC bars, including the Front Page, Bread & Brew and Dirty Bar. Enjoy food and drink specials, like $2 domestic drafts and $4 well drinks, at each location as well as DJs and dancing. Tickets are required and available at each venue including the Front Page. Individual and group tickets as well as three-day passes are available for purchase. Be sure to get your tickets early as this event is expected to sell out fast.
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Susan Diranian is a freelance writer living in Ashburn, VA. She is covering Travel & Outdoors. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.
