Halloween Barfest DC

Schedule

Sat Nov 01 2025 at 02:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Public Bar Live | Washington, DC

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DC transforms into a haunted playground with Halloween Barfest DC. Bar-to-bar access, live DJs, spooky drinks, & the biggest costume contest
About this Event

DC’s Ultimate Halloween Bar Crawl 

On Saturday, November 1st, Halloween Barfest DC takes over Dupont! The biggest Halloween celebration in the capital — a massive bar-to-bar takeover packed with costumed crowds, speciality drinks, and live entertainment.

What to Expect:

  • Access to Multiple Bars & Venues — one ticket gets you all-access entry.
  • Signature Halloween Drinks —  $4 beers, $5 wicked shooters, $6 rails 
  • Live DJs + Entertainment — dance floors, rooftop vibes, and surprise performances.
  • Costume Contest — prizes for the boldest, scariest, and most creative looks.
  • Party Favors & Giveaways  — adult goodies & surprises 

From 2pm-10pm, the Halloween Barfest DC delivers the perfect mix of party, performance, and pure Halloween magic. Grab your friends, dress to impress (or terrify), and join thousands as we turn DC into one big haunted bar crawl! BONUS - you'll get an exclusive after party invite. 

Participating Bars: (your registration bar will be assigned after purchasing a ticket)

  • Public Bar
  • Decades
  • Mayflower Club
  • Zebbie's Garden
  • Madhatter 
  • Twelve after Twelve
  • The Admiral
  • Rewind
  • Rose Bar + Rooftop
  • City Tap House Dupont
  • 1831 Lounge
  • Bluemoon
  • Swingers 
  • More bars coming soon!

Halloween Barfest DC — the District’s ultimate Halloween takeover. One ticket = access to multiple bars, themed drinks, DJs, and one massive city-wide party. Thousands of costumes. Endless spirits. Don’t miss it.

SUPER EARLY BIRD TICKETS NOW ON SALE!


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Where is it happening?

Public Bar Live, 1214 18th Street Northwest, Washington, United States

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Tickets

USD 13.26 to USD 30.23

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