Halloween fun isn’t just for kids. Trade in trick-or-treating duties for a night of drinks and bites at these events.
Nightmare on the Avenue
Through November 1
Say so long to the Dive Bar pop-up and hello to the fan-favorite Nightmare on the Avenue. This annual Halloween pop-up is full of skeletons, clowns, and gravestones. Plus, snack on an enticing menu that matches the vibe, like fried bat wings and an apple cider mule in a bubbling beaker glass. Alexandria
The Haunting
October 1–31
Sense of Thai and Tiki Thai are holiday go-tos for their festive Christmas pop-ups — and this season, the NoVA restaurants are debuting a new Halloween experience. The Haunting is inspired by childhood haunted houses, late-night movie marathons, and vintage décor. The cocktail list is just as creepy, with drinks like Scream-sicle and Poison Apple. Ashburn and Reston
Honor Brewing Halloween Pop-Up Bar
October 1–31
Honor Brewing’s festive pop-up bar is back to enchant beer and cocktail lovers. Throughout the month, the brewery will be featuring a special pop-up cocktail menu that includes spooky glassware, Halloween decor both inside and on the lawn, and movie nights on select Fridays. 42604 Trade West Dr., Ste. 170, Sterling
Royally Spooked
October 1–31
Everything looks normal on the inside of Alexandria’s Royal Restaurant, but beware of the haunts once you step foot on the patio. This outdoor pop-up features eerie decorations and festive drinks throughout the month. Royal Restaurant: 730 N. Saint Asaph St., Alexandria
The Boo Bar
October 9–November 1
Things are getting spooky at Makers Union in Reston. Starting October 9, head to the pub’s bar for your choice of Halloween-themed cocktails, from Silence of the Screamsicle (made with vodka, orange juice, cream, and whipped cream topping) to Who You Gonna Call? (made with Grey Goose vodka, lime, apple cider, and Q mixers ginger beer). Visit the pop-up on Halloween to join the Boo Bingo Brunch from noon to 3 p.m. or the Makers Monster Mash, with a live DJ and costume contest, from 9 p.m. to close. Makers Union: 1811 Library St., Reston
Halloween Bar Crawl
October 30 & 31
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, so Alexandria’s bar crawl will be even more fun. The two-day event will have you hopping between eight different Alexandria bars, including The Commodore, Alexandria Bier Garden, and Don Taco. Tickets include two drinks or shots, a keychain bottle opener, and special discounts. Alexandria, $15
Nightmare on Wilson
October 31, 3–10 p.m.
Spend All Hallows Eve bar hopping along Wilson Boulevard. Spend the day enjoying the festivities at Hyde Social, BOE, and Clarendon Ballroom. You ticket gets you free cover at all the participating venues, drink specials, and Halloween-themed games and giveaways. Arlington, $7.71+
Feature image courtesy The Haunting
