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Halloween in DC: Witches and Vampires and BOOze! Oh My!

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Maryland chapter.

If you’re 21 years old by Halloween, there are some fang-tastic ways to celebrate in DC this October.  Prepare for a night filled with spooks and spirits.

1. Night of the Living Zoo

Where:  Smithsonian National Zoo

3001 Connecticut Avenue

NW, Washington, DC

When: October 28, 6:30-10pm

Night of the Living Zoo will feature craft beers, DC food trucks, costume contests and performance artists. Enjoy all this and more amidst a DJ dance party!

Buy your tickets here.

2. Nightmare on M Street

Where: Bar Crawl through 30 of DC’s hottest bars

When: October 29, 12pm to 7:30pm

This event includes drink deals, costume contests and cover free admission! Learn about event details and deals here.

3. Halloween: Part Theme Party, Part Comedy Show, All Hallows’ Eve

Where: Bier Baron Tavern

1523 22nd Street

NW, Washington, DC

When: October 29, 4pm

Buy tickets here.

4. Halloween Graveyard Jam

Where: 1620 I Street

NW, Washington, DC

When: October 29, 9pm to 2am

This party, hosted by the Hard Rock Café, is a giant dance party and costume contest.  There will be local DJs, party games, candy and prizes. Find out more here.

5. Nick’s Halloween Party

Where: Nick’s Riverside Grill

3050 K Street

NW, Washington, DC

When: October 29, 9pm

Find more details here.