Halloween in Washington

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Cheap and Easy Halloween Costumes

Costume designer Justine Light walks us through three do-it-yourself outfits that look anything but. more

What Restaurants Are Scaring Up for Halloween

Skip the tricks this year and go straight for the treats. At these restaurants, you’ll find Halloween specials that bring out your inner kid. more

Boo! Ghost Tours and Haunted Houses in Washington

Prepare to be spooked with our guide to haunted houses, ghost tours, and other Halloween events. more

Do the Monster Mash: Halloween Parties in Washington

Luckily for grown-up Washingtonians, the area has no shortage of Halloween tricks and treats. Here’s our roundup of area Halloween celebrations and costume parties guaranteed to get partygoers in the bewitching mood. more

Time for Fright Night! Where to Get Halloween Costumes in Washington

You don’t need to go on a witch hunt to find some spooky threads. These close-to-home shops will get you dressed to kill on All Hallows Eve. more

What Do Pastry Chefs Hand Out on Halloween?

We asked some of Washington’s best pastry chefs what they hand out when little ghosts and goblins come knocking. more

Howl-oween: Pet Costume Contest Finalists

Our judges combed through pages of entries and selected ten finalists in our pet-costume contest. Check out our favorites, then take a poll to vote for a winner. more

Where to Pick Your Own Apples and Pumpkins

Fall has arrived in Washington, and with it comes a long list of autumn adventures. To get in the spirit, we rounded up the best farms and orchards to for pick-your-own apples and pumpkins. more

Decorating Your Pad for Halloween

Before pulling out the jack-o’-lanterns and faux cobwebs, check out these creative ideas from local home designers. more

Less Trick, More Treat: Halloween Activities for Kids

Looking for a not-so-spooky way to celebrate Halloween with kids? Here are some seasonal activities with little ones in mind. more

All Carved Up: Jack-o-Lantern Slide Show

Send us your carved-pumpkin photos for a Halloween slide show. more

Corn Mazes

Get lost among the stalks at some of the area’s best corn mazes. more

A Guide to Nightlife on H Street

It's time to check out DC’s H Street, NE. Also known as the Atlas District, it’s a diverse three-block swath of nightlife that has been blossoming over the past few years. Read on for our comprehensive guide. more

10 Top Treasures in Washington Museums

Can DC’s New Digital News Operations Replace the Once-Great Newspaper Bureaus?

Gone are the robust bureaus for the Los Angeles Times, Newhouse News, and other once-healthy news organizations. Digital media bureaus now are taking their places with as many reporters and plenty of swagger. more

Where & When: What to Do This Weekend

Sip some Beaujolais Nouveau, check out the Terra Cotta warriors, see a vintage murder thriller, and more this weekend. more