WASHINGTON — This Halloween, District residents are in for a bloody good time as the city celebrates the holiday with a variety of free and spooky events.
For inspiration on what to do this Halloween, check out WUSA9's list of events below.
Every week, WUSA9 gives you the details on at least nine local activities to check out in your off time.
Have any more events you think your D.C. neighbors should know about? Email the time, place and description to WUSA-WebProduction@wusa9.com.
Thursday, Oct. 26:
Pick Your Poison—Mystery Night at the Library of Congress
- Authors will meet to discuss their mystery novels at this free event from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
- Cap off the night with Erick Acuña Productions’ “Who Did It?: An Improvised Murder Mystery” in the Coolidge Auditorium.
- The event requires free timed-entry passes.
Terror in the Gallery: Spooky Portraits in History and Fiction, 1776 D Street, NW
- Explore the DAR Museum after hours and learn all about the spooky paintings that have sent chills down spines for generations.
- Tickets are $25 per person to attend this event from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Howl-O-Ween at the Fairmont Hotel, 2401 M Street, NW
- It's Fairmont's 12th annual Howl-O-Ween starting at 6 p.m.
- Attendees are encouraged to bring their furry companions to compete in an annual pet costume contest.
- Prizes will be awarded at 7 p.m., and local celebrity judges will award prizes for most creative, most adorable, funniest and honorable mentions.
- All dogs will be treated to peanut butter doggie biscuits created by Fairmont’s pastry team, and canine coolers will be placed throughout the courtyard.
Rooftop Live Band Karaoke & Costume Party, 1214 18th Street, NW
- Public Bar Live is holding a haunted karaoke night from 8 p.m. until midnight.
- There will be prizes for the best performer as well as best costume.
Friday, Oct. 27:
Rocky Horror Picture Show, Metrobar
- Let's do the Time Warp again! Show up in costume for a screening of the classic film at the bar in Northeast D.C. from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Witches Halloween Party, The Dew Drop Inn
- Head to the Inn in Northeast D.C. for a Halloween party starting at 7 p.m.
- Attendees can expect witchy drinks, astrology & tarot readings, raffle prizes, and more.
- This event is free to attend and no RSVP is required.
Saturday, Oct. 28:
DC Witchfest, Metrobar
- Don't forget your broomsticks! This Halloween day party kicks off at 11 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m.
- Anyone attending is encouraged to wear a costume.
- The free event will feature live music, a variety of activities, costume contests, trick or treating, and more.
Sunday, Oct. 29:
October Clothing Swap, Meridian Hill Park
- Bring your gently-worn clothes, accessories, shoes, or costumes, that no longer fit your style, to Meridian Hill Park for a clothing swap.
- The event is free and will take place from noon until 2 p.m.
- All clothing items leftover will be donated.
A Circus Murder Mystery, Crazy Aunt Helen's
- Starting with the murder of their beloved director, 7 performers turn against each other as they try to discover the killer. Follow along in this interactive show and vote for your guess before the night is over
- Doors to the show open at 5 p.m., with showtime at 6 p.m.
- Tickets are $20 per person.
DC Record Fair 2023 Fall Edition, 1201 K Street, NW
- From 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., the DC Record Fair returns for the 2023 Fall edition inside Eaton DC.
