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A Spooktacular Capitol Riverfront Halloween Awaits

Tricks, Treats, and everything in between! Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween in Capitol Riverfront with thrilling events and specials to make this October unforgettable. From chilling movie nights and costume contests to spooky dance parties and bar crawls, there's something for every ghoul and goblin in town. Here's your guide to the Halloween delights awaiting you:

Capitol Riverfront BID is brewing up a cauldron of fun with our Halloween Eve Movie Night and our 11th Annual Pumpkins in the Park! Starting on Saturday, October 26, with Pumpkins in the Park at Canal Park, and continuing on Wednesday, October 30, with a showing of Halloweentown (1998) at Audi Field, it'll be a week full of family-friendly frights!

Nightmare in Navy Yard returns to Capital Turnaround on Saturday, October 26. Get ready for DC's biggest Halloween dance party, featuring two DJs, a five-hour open bar, food trucks, and captivating haunted props in an electrifying atmosphere. Buy your ticket today770 M Street SE

Navy Yard Halloween Bar Fest is taking over Half Street on Saturday, October 26, from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with Check-In from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Tickets grant VIP access to all your favorite Half Street bars, including Mission Bar, Royal Sands, Bullpen, Takoda, Walters, STFU, Tap99, Chicken + Whiskey, and Duke's Grocery, featuring drink specials and Halloween sunglasses (while supplies last). Get your tickets here

Steadfast Supply will hold a DIY decoupage pumpkin workshop on Sunday, October 27, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, offering a fun crafting afternoon. Enjoy complimentary adult beverages while learning to create your own pumpkin masterpiece. 301 Tingey Street SE

Pacers Running is hosting a Spooky Halloween Run on Tuesday, October 29. Dress up in your costume and join the four-mile group run starting at 6:30 pm—no registration needed! 300 Tingey Street SE

District Dogs invites you to show off your pup in a Halloween Costume Contest on Thursday, October 31, for a chance to win three free days of daycare! Whether your furry friend is rocking a superhero cape, spooky ghost outfit, or the cutest pumpkin suit around, it'll be a fun-filled day for all. 1221 Van Street SE

Maman is hosting a "trick or treating" event on Wednesday, October 30 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The first 30 kids in costume will receive choquette treats and a free coffee card in a special goodie bag. 141 N Street SE

Cap City Circus School is putting on a show so good it will make you scream! Experience “TRICKS AND TREATS!” at Capitol City Circus School with shows on November 1 at 7:00 pm and November 2 at 4:00 pm. An “all access” pass lets you try circus activities like aerial silks and trapeze yourself, with games and crafts available for all ages. Learn more here! 10 I Street SE

Scarlet Oak invites you to indulge in their limited-time "Trick or Treat" cocktail, featuring Mozart Chocolate cream liqueur, vodka, and peanut butter foam. It’s a deliciously sweet way to celebrate the Halloween season! 909 New Jersey Avenue SE

District Winery is offering their seasonal Spooky Sips: Halloween Candy & Wine Tour on October 26, 27, and 31. For $55 per person, enjoy six unique wine and candy pairings that make for a fun, festive experience! 385 Water Street SE

Dacha is hosting a thrillingly immersive scavenger hunt on Saturday, October 26, where participants can explore the Capitol Riverfront while solving puzzles and uncovering hidden treasures. Additionally, on Tuesday, October 29, compete in some Halloween Beer Pong fun from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm—teams of two can compete for prizes, and costumes are encouraged for a night of spirited fun! 79 Potomac Avenue SE