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A Bollyween celebration on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 features a Bollywood DJ from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., costume contests and themed cocktails. 116 W. Hubbard St., 312-900-0197, bargoachicago.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Harry Caray\u2019s Navy Pier<\/b><\/p>\n Bring the whole family for a Slightly Spook celebration on Oct. 25 featuring facepainting, a pet costume contest and a stein-hoisting contest. Boston Beer will donate $1 to PAWS Chicago for every drink from the brand purchased during the event. 700 E. Grand Ave., 312-527-9700, harrycarays.com<\/a><\/p>\n I|O Godfrey Rooftop Lounge<\/b><\/p>\n The rooftop becomes a necropolis with rooms decked out with sarcophagi and hieroglyphs for a bash at 8 p.m. Oct. 25 featuring themed food and cocktails and a DJ. Bring your pup for a costume contest, treats, swag bags and themed cocktails benefiting Chicago Canine Rescue from 5-8 p.m. Oct. 31. 127 W. Huron St., 312-649-2000, iogodfrey.com\/events<\/a><\/p>\n Jake Melnick\u2019s Corner Tap<\/b><\/p>\n Come dressed as coach Ditka for a lookalike contest from 5-8 p.m. Oct. 31 and you could win $500. Food specials include a Devil\u2019s Burger topped with hot sauce, jalapeno cheese and garlic aioli ($22) and Resurrection Mary Wings covered in horseradish and bloody mary mix ($19). 41 E. Superior St., 312-266-0400, jakemelnicks.com<\/a><\/p>\n LH Rooftop<\/b><\/p>\n A Nightmare on Wacker Drive bash ($180) features DJs, a premium open bar until 1 a.m. and a costume contest awarding an overnight stay and tickets to the hotel\u2019s New Year\u2019s Eve party. 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Oct. 25. 85 E. Wacker Drive, 312-357-1200, londonhousechicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago<\/b><\/p>\n A spooky afternoon tea offered Oct. 25-26 includes Halloween-themed pastries, sandwiches, quiche, scones and a flute of ros\u00e9 champagne for $105. 160 E. Pearson St., 312-573-5160, exploretock.com\/the-ritzcarlton-chicago<\/a><\/p>\n Robert\u2019s Pizza & Dough Co.<\/b><\/p>\n The fifth annual Howl-o-Ween celebration from 2-4 p.m. Oct. 25 features a dog costume contest and parade. There are treats for the dogs and themed drinks for humans including pumpkin espresso martinis and apple cider mules. 465 N. McClurg Court, 312-265-1328, robertspizzacompany.com<\/a><\/p>\n Sugar Bliss<\/b><\/p>\n Add some themed baked goods to your party with a dozen mini cupcakes ($33), brownies ($55) or cake pops ($44) available through Oct. 31. Get a mix of snacks packed up in a gift package for $30-$150. 122 S. Wabash Ave., 312-845-9669, sugarblisscakes.com<\/a><\/p>\n Three Dots and a Dash<\/b><\/p>\n Six tropical bars from around the country, including Miami\u2019s Bar Kaiju and San Francisco\u2019s Smuggler\u2019s Cove, serve signature cocktails and sell merchandise at a Terror in the Tropics costume party ($95). 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Oct. 31. 435 N. Clark St., 312-610-4220, threedotschicago.com\/events\/halloween-party<\/a><\/p>\n North Side & Northwest Side<\/p>\n Alma at Hotel Zachary<\/b><\/p>\n A Haunted High Tea ($45; $30 for kids ages 4-12) includes a glass of mulled wine or apple cider, cinnamon rolls, apple crumble tarts and Halloween-inspired bites, plus treats from Amy\u2019s Candy Bar to take home. 1-3 p.m. Oct. 26. 3630 N. Clark St., 773-302-2326, almahotelzachary.com<\/a><\/p>\n Bar Roma<\/b><\/p>\n Diners who visit the Andersonville restaurant in costume on Oct. 31 receive a free dessert and can enter a costume contest awarding a $100 gift card. Chef-partner Fred Ramos offers specials including split pea soup ($11), roasted butternut squash salad ($16) and baked oxtail lasagna ($28). 5101 N. Clark St., 773-942-7572, barromachicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n Broken Barrel Bar<\/b><\/p>\n Enjoy well drinks, Miller Lite and Coors Light drafts, and house wines from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Oct. 31 for $40 as part of a bash featuring DJs and a costume contest awarding $200. 2548 N. Southport Ave., 773-327-4900, brokenbarrelbar.com<\/a><\/p>\n The Butcher\u2019s Tap<\/b><\/p>\n Get crafty with a Halloween-themed paint-and-sip at 7 p.m. Oct. 23, where you\u2019ll get all the materials for $10 and a specialty cocktail for $8. The bar hosts a bash at 9 p.m. Oct. 31 with karaoke and a costume contest awarding $500. The $20 ticket includes two drinks and passed appetizers. 3553 N. Southport Ave., 773-325-0123, thebutcherstap.com\/events<\/a><\/p>\n Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba<\/b><\/p>\n Dine in costume on Oct. 31 and you\u2019ll receive a free dessert like Natilla flan or chocolate truffle cake. 2024 N. Halsted St., 773-935-5000, cafebabareeba.com\/events\/halloween<\/a><\/p>\n Cody\u2019s Public House<\/b><\/p>\n Compete for cash prizes in a costume contest for dogs and their owners at 4 p.m. Oct. 26 that features free pup cups, $5 Lagunitas pints, $7 Tito\u2019s cocktails and a raffle benefiting Alive Rescue. On Oct. 31, the bar offers a pumpkin spice RumChata sampling from 7-9 p.m. with a costume contest at 9 p.m. awarding $300. 1658 W. Barry Ave., 773-799-8217, codyschicago.com\/events<\/a><\/p>\n The Parlour at The Albion Manor<\/b><\/p>\n The Black Lagoon pop-up running through Nov. 1 features themed drinks served in custom glassware such as the Corpse Flower (tequila, ube, banana liqueur, amontillado sherry, lime, purple salt) and White Zombie (Seedlip Spice, coconut, grapefruit, cinnamon, lime). Catch a burlesque show from Brooklyn\u2019s Reverie from 8-10 p.m. Oct. 30. 1480 W Webster Ave., 773-697-4686, thealbionmanor.com\/event\/black-lagoon<\/a><\/p>\n Way Out<\/strong><\/p>\n The Logan Square bar celebrates its fifth anniversary at 7 p.m. Oct. 31 with a costume contest, food and drink specials, tattoos, and DJ. 3213 W. Armitage Ave., 773-799-8750, thewayoutbar.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n West Side & Near West Side<\/p>\n Bocaditos<\/b><\/p>\n Celebrate D\u00eda de los Muertos with a four-course dinner paired with mezcal or tequila cocktails served Oct. 30 to Nov. 2. 1140 W. Madison St., 312-526-3306, eventbrite.com<\/a><\/p>\n Carnivale<\/b><\/p>\n Face painters will complete your look at a masquerade ball ($125) that includes signature dishes, a premium open bar, a DJ and aerialist performances from 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 31. Bring the family from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 2 for a Dia de los Muertos brunch buffet ($55; $25 for kids 10 and under) featuring roaming performers, specialty cocktails and mocktails, and face painting. 702 W. Fulton Market, 312-850-5005, carnivalechicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n The Dandy Crown<\/b><\/p>\n The Never Trust the Living pop-up bar running through Nov. 2 features creepy decor and themed cocktails, including the Boo-Berry (bourbon, blueberry, lemon, bitter and egg white) and Devil Inside (tequila, agave nectar, lime and jalapeno). 694 N. Milwaukee Ave., 312-846-6420, thedandycrown.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n The Dawson<\/b><\/p>\n Celebrate the Day of the Dead at 4 p.m. Nov. 1 with live music, artisan pop-ups, and tastings from Ilegal Mezcal and Patron Tequila. A $10 admission fee benefits Latinos Progresando. 730 W. Grand Ave., 312-243-8955, the-dawson.com\/day-of-the-dead<\/a><\/p>\n Easy Bar<\/b><\/p>\n Compete in a pumpkin carving contest awarding New Belgium swag while sampling beer and trying themed drinks like Seattle pumpkin cider ($8) and the Scrumpkin Patch made with black pepper tincture, Monkey Shoulder, Ancho Reyes Red, Liquor 43, pumpkin pie syrup and lemon ($12). 7 p.m. Oct. 28. 1944 W. Division St., 773-227-4644, easybarchicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n Flying Saucer<\/b><\/p>\n Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar has closed but it is bringing its annual Dread Lobster Halloween pop-up to Flying Saucer, serving oysters, poached lobster tail in ginger butter, lobster rolls, pimento cheese grits and chocolate cheesecake. Note that the venue is cash only. 5, 7 and 9 p.m. Oct. 29-31. 1123 N. California Ave., exploretock.com\/heritagerestaurantpartners<\/a><\/p>\n Good Ambler<\/b><\/p>\n Satisfy your sweet tooth with Halloween treats available through Oct. 31, including a chocolate pumpkin packed with treats ($28), crispy white chocolate ghosts ($16) and skull-shaped bonbons filled with black sesame caramel ($8). 216 N. Peoria St., 312-872-7165, goodambler.com\/holidays-2025<\/a><\/p>\n Ina Mae Tavern<\/b><\/p>\n The annual Voodoo Lounge pop-up running through Nov. 1 features cocktail and food specials such as $10 beignets and $12 gator sausage sliders plus events like a burlesque show at 10 p.m. Oct. 25 and a costume party with a $49 all-you-can-drink package and a DJ on Nov. 1. 1415 N. Wood St., 773-360-8320, inamaetavern.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Kit Kat Club<\/b><\/p>\n Kylee Hunter and Kinley Preston host an Addams Family drag brunch at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Oct. 25 and 26, including bottomless mimosas and sangria for $72. The 28th annual Halsted Halloween Parade Oct. 31 ends at Kit Kat Club, where you can join a $65 Halloween drag dinner at 6 or 8 p.m. Enjoy some Latin flair during a D\u00eda de los Muertos drag brunch ($72) Nov. 1-2. 3524 N. Halsted St., 773-525-1111, kitkatchicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n Stolen Saddle<\/b><\/p>\n The Nightmare on Clark Street rooftop pop-up running through Nov. 2 features over-the-top decor and themed drinks like Freddy\u2019s Tequila (tequila, lime juice, agave, pineapple and fresh jalapenos) and Monster Mash (rum, Midori, pineapple, Sprite, purple sugar rim topped with an eyeball gummy). Tickets start at $30. 3505 N. Clark St., bucketlisters.com\/experience\/nightmare-on-clark-street<\/a><\/p>\n Time Out Market Chicago<\/b><\/p>\n A Death by Disco bash features DJs, tattoo stations, stilt walkers, fortune tellers, dancers and themed cocktails including the Witch\u2019s Potion (vodka, tart cherry syrup, blood orange and lime juice) and Dracula\u2019s Elixir (tequila blanco, tart cherry syrup and orange juice). Tickets start at $90. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Oct. 31 and 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. Nov. 1. 916 W. Fulton Market, posh.vip\/e\/death-by-disco-a-halloween-popup-2025-11-8-8-0<\/a><\/p>\n Tuman\u2019s Tap & Grill<\/b><\/p>\n Get a taste of spooky season with 3 Floyds Brewing Broo Doo Harvest Ale, Allagash Brewing Haunted House dark ale and Old Irving Brewing Mutant\u2019s Revenge kettle-soured ale offered for $7 Oct. 30 to Nov. 2. 2159 W. Chicago Ave., 773-782-1400, tumanstapandgrill.com<\/a><\/p>\n Suburban and multiple locations<\/p>\n Barcocina<\/b><\/p>\n A circus-themed bash ($40-$50) features aerialists and fire dancers plus a drink package including beer, seltzer and house cocktails. 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. 1814 W. Chicago Ave., 773-270-4027 and 2901 N. Sheffield Ave., 773-687-9949, barcocinachicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n Beatrix<\/b><\/p>\n Pick up Halloween-inspired sugar cookies from the bakery counter Oct. 27-31. Multiple locations, beatrixrestaurants.com\/happenings\/halloween-cookies\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Passero<\/b><\/p>\n A Dia de los Muertos dinner ($100) features a live mariachi band and a four-course dinner with cocktail pairings including smoked cochinita pibil and short rib mole negro. 7 p.m. Nov. 1. 3 S. Evergreen Ave., Arlington Heights, 224-857-8900, eatpassero.com\/events\/dia-de-los-muertos<\/a><\/p>\n Sweet Mandy B\u2019s<\/b><\/p>\n The bakery offers themed treats Oct. 23-31, including ghost cookies, iced rice krispie treats, furry monster brownies and decorated cupcakes. 1208 W. Webster Ave., 773-244-1174 and 254 E. Ontario St., 312-255-1632, sweetmandybs.com<\/a><\/p>\n Wonderverse<\/b><\/p>\n A Zombie Brunch buffet ($39) features slime making, a scavenger hunt, tarot readings and trick-or-treating. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 25-26. 2310 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, wonderversechicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n Samantha Nelson is a freelance writer.<\/p>\n Big screen or home stream, takeout or dine-in, Tribune writers are here to steer you toward your next great experience. Sign up for your free weekly Eat. Watch. Do. newsletter\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"Spooky](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/CTC-L-FOOD-HALLOWEEN-04.jpg\")
Spooky tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago. (The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago)<\/p>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/CTC-L-FOOD-HALLOWEEN.jpg\")
The Halloween Zombie cocktail will be offered at the Terror in the Tropics event at Three Dots and a Dash. (Lindsay Eberly x Eberly Film Lab)<\/p>\n![\"Never](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/CTC-L-FOOD-HALLOWEEN-01_0d73bf.jpg\")
Never Trust the Living pop-up at Dandy Crown. (Barry Brecheisenn)<\/p>\n![\"Halloween-inspired](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/CTC-L-FOOD-HALLOWEEN-02.jpg\")
Halloween-inspired sugar cookies from Beatrix. (Samantha Brauer)<\/p>\n![\"Halloween](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/CTC-L-FOOD-HALLOWEEN-03.jpg\")
Halloween treats from Sweet Mandy B\u2019s (Sweet Mandy B\u2019s)<\/p>\n\n