10 DC Halloween Stops: Coven Parties And Railcar Drinks

740 Water Street SW

Union Stage brings Halloween to its subterranean concert hall at The Wharf. PROMISCUOUS HALLOWEEN: A SPOOKY 2000's CLUB BANGERS THROWBACKS PARTY lands on November 1. The low-ceiling concert hall has a 450-person capacity. Its kitchen serves pizza. The full bar pours craft beer.

4.5 (896)

Mon – Sun, 19:00 – 00:00 (+1)

1811 14th St NW

Black Cat puts two Halloween dance parties on the calendar: Coven: A Halloween Dance Party on October 25, then 14th Annual: Eighties Mayhem 80's Halloween Dance Party on November 1. The multilevel independent club also hosts indie and punk shows, with side seating and close views of the stage.

4.7 (8,555)

Mon – Sun, 08:30 – 17:00

511 10th St NW

Ford's Theatre gives this Halloween-season route a somber history stop at Lincoln's 1865 assassination site. Head downstairs to the museum for exhibits on his presidency and the conspiracy led by John Wilkes Booth. The campus also includes the Petersen House and Aftermath Exhibit. Live theatrical productions keep the historic stage active.

4.9 (4,627)

Mon – Thu, 09:30 – 23:30; Fri, 09:30 – 00:00 (+1); Sat – Sun, 08:00 – 00:00 (+1)

3345 M Street NW

Mummy themes set the scene for a Halloween-season puzzle outing at The Escape Game Georgetown. Cinematic adventures give the whole group interactive challenges to solve. Games run in 45- and 60-minute formats. All ages can take part. Game guides offer optional hints when a puzzle needs another look.

4.6 (3,214)

Wed – Fri, 06:15 – 23:10; Sat – Sun, 05:45 – 23:10

1140 Connecticut Ave NW

Take a break between seasonal scares at DC Improv Comedy Club on Connecticut Avenue. National touring headliners and local talent showcases fill its intimate basement showroom. A no-phone policy keeps attention on the stage. Shows are 18+ with a two-item minimum per customer, which can include soft drinks or bottled water.

4.3 (663)

Wed, 17:00 – 23:00; Thu, 17:00 – 00:00 (+1); Sun, 12:00 – 23:00

640 Rhode Island Avenue Northeast

At metrobar DC, settle into a stationary railcar for a Halloween-season drink. The outdoor venue sits on Rhode Island Avenue Northeast. Its bar occupies a makeshift platform beside the train cars. Live DJs and cultural gatherings fill out the programming. When a vinyl record flea market is on, browse between drinks.

4.6 (1,899)

Mon – Sun, 18:00 – 23:00

1073 Wisconsin Ave NW 1st Floor

Pair Creole and seafood dishes with live music at Blues Alley Jazz during a Halloween-season evening. The Georgetown supper club occupies an 18th-century brick carriage house. Jazz and blues performances rotate nightly. The compact room puts the audience close to the musicians. Reviewers note very tight seating. They recommend arriving early.

4.5 (10,328)

Mon – Sun, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1)

600 14th St NW

At The Hamilton near the White House, sushi shares the menu with American classics. Sea bream nigiri or pork chops could anchor a Halloween-season dinner. Upstairs, The Loft hosts live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Performances run from 10:30 PM to 1:30 AM with no cover.

4.4 (2,885)

Thu – Fri, 17:00 – 03:00 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 03:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 19:00

920 14th St NW

The Park at 14th spreads Caribbean-infused comfort food and nightlife across four floors overlooking Franklin Park. Chandeliers set the dining scene. Weekend brunch brings jerk chicken, French toast and bottomless mimosas. A Halloween-season dinner could lead into bottle service. Thursday through Saturday, the venue closes at 3 AM.

4.3 (385)

Mon – Thu, 08:00 – 23:00; Fri – Sat, 08:00 – 00:00 (+1); Sun, 08:00 – 21:00

1740 14th St NW

Make Aslin Beer Company your Logan Circle stop for craft drafts and espresso during Halloween season. The bar pours 21 Aslin drafts and two rotating guest taps, while its coffee bar serves traditional espresso, house-made flavorings and pour overs. Take the drink outside to the dog-friendly beer garden for an open-air break between plans.