Got a killer costume and need a party to show it off at? If you're wondering where are all the hottest club parties, bar crawls, and musical performances are in the city for the long Halloween weekend, look no further, as we've rounded up all the biggest can't miss ones to ensure you've got your spooky schedule fully set!
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57 Wentworth Pl / (628) 201-4272 / Website
Kick off your weekend with this fun Chinatown Bar Crawl happening on Friday that explores all the best places to drink in this culturally historic neighborhood. This one hour tour will begin at Lion's Den and make stops at the vibrant Li Po Lounge, Red's Place, Cathay Lounge, and so much more, including also a highly engaging scavenger hunt, costume contest, a silent disco, and VIP areas.
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2001 Chestnut St / (415) 358-7054 / Website
Over in the Marina, the beloved Dorian is hosting their "Beastly Ball," which is set to be a whimsical animal-themed fête with "fiery punch bowls," "freaky delights," and an alluring black widow froze. Unleash your animal spirit here when doors open at 9pm, as it is sure to be a wild hoot.
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3158 Mission St / (415) 282-3325 / Website
El Rio's lively and convivial ambience is always a fabulous time, and their brilliant back patio is the perfect Friday night escape. Their Halloween Spooktacular will be hosted by Koop Radio, and will feature artists the Remones, The Bleeders, Full Nelson, and more, with a costume contest and doors ready at 8pm.
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181 3rd St / (415) 777-5300 / Website
W Hotel in the heart of SoMa is ready to thrill you with a haunting extravaganza bursting with four culturally diverse rooms, 10 DJs, and so much more! There will absolutely be something for everyone here, whether it's the EDM and house in Room #1, the Latin Room #2 with Reggaeton, Merengue, and Salsa, the Middle Eastern Room #3, or the hottest hip hop and throwback jams of Room #4.
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1233 Polk St / Website
Crawl SF is the premier organization for our city's most trendy holiday bar tours, and Halloween is especially a spine-chilling time. All weekend, but especially Saturday, will see Polk Street bustling with patrons visiting all the hottest bars in this area including Del Mar, Lush Lounge, and Zeki's. The crawl starts at 2pm and meets first at Maye's Oyster House.
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408 Broadway / (415) 488-6559 / Website
For an inclusive adult space that uplifts the local lesbian, queer, nonbinary, and trans community, Eden at the multi-level Vanity SF will be a splendid night filled with costumes, queer female DJs, and even surprise celebrity guests! This year sees the sultry event's fifth annual iteration, with doors opening at 9pm.
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298 11th St / (415) 795-3180 / Website
GAWDZILLAH is a thoughtful space for those wanting to both remain sober and have an electrifying time. Set at the spacious and vivid Oasis, this is a lively Sunday dance party that entails a costume contest with cash prizes beginning at 1pm.
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3200 Fillmore St / (415) 638-6500 / Website
Marina's Rockwell will showcase a playful haunted circus theme with the hottest Raggaeton, hip hop, and Latin Papi Chulo hits. Head over at 10pm and be the main attraction all night until 2am.
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900 Marin St / (415) 301-4355 / Website
The Midway is always a breathtaking time with its grand waterfront views, spectacular acts, and extravagant themes. Halloween weekend will see it turn into a range of events, particularly with their Sundaze event wfeaturing guests Shabazz, Franzen Amen, and Marcus Lee, with doors opening at 2pm.
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298 11th St / (415) 795-3180 / Website
If you love theatrical drag performances as well as classic 90's slashers, Oasis's SQREAM is the musical production for you! Celebrate the actual night of Halloween with this side-splitting camp parody as the superbly talented acts comedically solve a queer whodunnit mystery, replete with a gay Ghostface, irresistable singing, sharp choreograpy, and of course, engaging audience participation.
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859 O'Farrell St / (415) 885-0750 / Website
The Great American Music Hall is hosting a Psyched! Fest Halloween Freak Out at 8pm that boasts stellar performances from the Dug Dugs, Papi Saicos, Acid Tongue, and more, if you crave a mini music festival as your Halloween treat.
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1560 Powell St / Website
Halloween in the city just wouldn't be complete without an all-out bar crawl on its actual night! SF Bucket Listers is hosting this $15 fest first at NorthStar Cafe, before paying a visit to The Showdown, Tupelo, Columbus Cafe, and all other neighborhood favorites. Just don't forget your costume!
We've got the biggest fun events to fill up your whole Halloween weekend agenda, whether it be just one day, or all four!
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