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This year, we got lucky! Halloween falls on a Friday, giving party-goers an entire weekend to celebrate. Halloween is the perfect night to be whoever you want with a little less judgment and a lot more fun. So why not take full advantage by planning a spooky weekend itinerary filled with chills, thrills and of course, costumes? Not sure what to do? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with a complete list of the hottest Halloween parties happening across the country, with some starting weeks early to kick off spooky season. And if you’re still deciding on a costume, we’ve curated a guide of viral ideas that’ll make you the talk of the party.
Check out the Halloween happenings below:
Pre-Halloween
Baddies Halloween Bash – Chicago
Date: Friday, October 17
Curated by baddies for baddies, this Halloween party kicks off spooky season early for the girlies.
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9th Annual HU Bar Crawl: A Nightmare on U Street – Halloween Edition – Washington, D.C.
Date: Friday, October 24
A true Homecoming tradition, the Halloween edition of this bar crawl is one of the weekend’s most anticipated events for HU fans, friends, and alumni.
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Mean Ghouls – Chicago
Date: Friday, October 24
A pink-themed Halloween party that’s an ode to the pop culture classic Mean Girls. This pre-Halloween bash celebrates confidence, nostalgia, and Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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The 4th Annual South Loop Halloween Bar Crawl – Chicago
Date: Saturday, October 25
This crawl offers a night of thrills, chills, and unforgettable memories! Enjoy $5 drinks and $10 shots at select South Loop venues while rocking your sexiest or scariest costumes.
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Fright Fest Atlanta
Date: Saturday, October 25
Fright Fest Atlanta dubs itself as the ATL’s biggest Halloween kick-off party. Join in on the scary fun before Halloween officially gets here.
For tickets, text “BOO” to 844-702-2424
Krewe of Boo – New Orleans
Date: Saturday, October 25
Krewe of Boo hosts New Orleans’ official Halloween parade, featuring creative floats and a wild party atmosphere in the French Quarter. It’s like Mardi Gras in October!
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October 31 + November 1
Halloween 2025 at Kamp – Houston
Date: Friday, October 31
One of Houston’s biggest Halloween celebrations, KAMP x Selective Group Takeover, is happening this Halloween at the festive campground-themed venue. Be sure to wear your best costume for this spooky event.
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Sinners Halloween Costume Party – New Orleans
Date: Friday, October 31
This event says some sins can’t stay on the screen—so they’re bringing it IRL. Throw on your best 1930s fit for a chance to win $500 in the Halloween costume contest.
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West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval – Hollywood, CA
Date: Friday, October 31
The West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval is back again this year in the heart of West Hollywood’s Rainbow District. The street party attracts thousands each year — and the best part? It’s free!
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Wicked All Inclusive Apologetic Halloween Extravaganza – Brooklyn
Date: Friday, October 31
Power 105’s DJ Self headlines this multi-level Halloween extravaganza featuring an open bar, rooftop access, and sets from Hot 97’s DJ Wallah and Massive B. This costume-encouraged gothic affair promises the best in hip-hop, R&B, Afrobeats, dancehall, reggaeton, and soca across NYC’s most haunted ballroom for the night.
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SOD Night at the Mansion: Playboy Halloween Party – Washington, D.C.
Date: Friday, October 31
Experiential events collective Souled Out Dates will transform D.C.’s The Park into the Playboy Mansion for one night only. Attendees are encouraged to wear sexy, Playboy-themed outfits.
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Souled Out Dates: Halloween – Washington, D.C.
Date: Saturday, November 1
Celebrate Halloween all weekend as experiential events group Souled Out Dates hosts a final Halloween Bash in D.C. on November 1. This can’t-miss event dubs itself as the largest Halloween costume party on the East Coast.
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