Halloween, the scariest night of the year (for everyone except Mariners fans, perhaps), is finally here. Hundreds of events are happening around town this year, and it can be difficult to decide where to spend your evening. Whether you\u2019re looking for a swanky party to show off your costume, haunted paths to wander or would rather opt for a cozy (and scare-free) night, here are a few last-minute recommendations to help you choose your own Halloween adventure. Events are in Seattle unless otherwise noted.<\/p>\n
Costume parties to dance the night away<\/h3>\n
If you\u2019re looking to flaunt an expertly homemade or curated costume on a dance floor, heading to a Seattle-area Halloween bash might be the best fit for you.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Local venues are transforming their spaces into the ultimate party setting. Seattle Art Museum<\/strong> is hosting a Gothic-themed bash, inviting guests to explore galleries and solve a paranormal mystery challenge (21-and-older; 8-11:59 p.m. Friday; $65 for the public, $45 for SAM members; 1300 First Ave.; seattleartmuseum.org<\/a>). Dance it out at WAMU Theater Friday and Saturday at BOO Seattle<\/strong>, featuring a lineup of 40-plus electronic dance music artists including Zedd, Marshmello and Disco Lines (18-and-older; 5 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; single-day passes start at $163.99; 800 Occidental Ave S.; seattle.boo-halloween.com<\/a>).\u00a0<\/p>\n Or, make Lake Union your dance floor with a Halloween Party Cruise<\/strong> departing from Lake Union Piers, where you can take in city skyline views, sip a complimentary drink and dine on light appetizers (21-and-older; 8:30-11 p.m. Friday; $85; 901 Fairview Ave. N.; waterwayscruises.com<\/a>).\u00a0<\/p>\n For a whimsical Seattle experience, head to Trolloween<\/strong> under the north end of the Aurora Bridge and help celebrate the Fremont Troll\u2019s birthday (the enormous statue was in fact dedicated on Halloween night in 1990). This year\u2019s bash will have live music and a costume pageant at the Troll, followed by a procession around the block (all ages; 7 p.m. Friday; free; North 36th Street and Troll Avenue North; fremontartscouncil.org\/trolloween<\/a>).\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Maybe a fanciful meal or a macabre entertainment show is more your style. Several Seattle-area restaurants and bars are hosting Halloween f\u00eates, including The Gothic Afterlife<\/strong> at W Bellevue (21-and-older; 8-11:30 p.m. Friday; from $65; 10455 N.E. Fifth Place, Bellevue; st.news\/gothic-afterlife-party<\/a>)\u00a0<\/p>\n Tim Burton fans can head to The Triple Door for Can Can\u2019s \u201cThis Is Halloween\u201d<\/strong> burlesque show for multiple performances through Saturday (age requirements and times vary per show; $55-$90; 216 Union St.; thetripledoor.net<\/a>). Watch in awe as trapeze artists fly through the air at \u201cCarnevolar XIII: Infestation<\/strong>,\u201d a circus show by Emerald City Trapeze Arts running through Saturday and culminating in a costumed dance party (21-and-older; 8 p.m.; from $40; 2702 Sixth Ave. S.; emeraldcitytrapeze.com<\/a>). At Pike Place Market through Saturday, catch the late-night \u201cRocky Horror Improv Show\u201d<\/strong> from Unexpected Productions (18-and-older; 11:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.; from $16.95; 1428 Post Alley; unexpectedproductions.org<\/a>). And for more laughs than scares, head to Old Stove Brewing for the Ha Ha Halloween Comedy Celebration<\/strong>, featuring stand-up acts, a costume contest and karaoke (18-and-older; 7:30-11 p.m. Friday; $17.85; 1550 N.W. 49th St.; st.news\/ha-ha-halloween<\/a>).\u00a0<\/p>\n Headlines, puzzles and death notices from the Valley delivered to your inbox 7 a.m. daily.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Can\u2019t bear to sit still this Halloween night? Wander through one of the many haunted houses and trails popping up around the city.\u00a0<\/p>\n Spooked in Seattle Ghost Tours<\/strong> hosts 90-minute walking tours Friday and Saturday that explore Pioneer Square’s ghostly history (all-ages, under 16 requires adult; 7-8:30 p.m.; $17; 109 Yesler Way; spookedinseattle.com<\/a>). Immerse yourself in visual illusions, foggy paths and more at Forest of Shadows<\/strong> at Seattle Chinese Garden, a Halloween art installation from the same creators behind Astra Lumina<\/a> (parent\/guardian supervision required for 18 and younger; various times through Sunday; $35, with child, senior, student, military and group discounts; 6000 16th Ave. S.W.; forestofshadowsexperience.com\/seattle<\/a>).<\/p>\n For a classic, scare-filled stroll, check out one of several haunted houses or trails in the Seattle area:\u00a0<\/p>\n Looking for something scare-free and suitable for all ages? Head to Waterfront Park Frights and Delights<\/strong> for a day of trick-or-treating, \u201cThriller\u201d-themed Zumba, dance pop-ups and more events along the park promenade \u2014 heaters will be on-site and hot beverages and snacks will be available for purchase (all ages; 3-8 p.m. Friday; free, Seneca Street and Alaskan Way; waterfrontparkseattle.org<\/a>). And a couple of Ravenna blocks will transform into Candy Corn Lane<\/strong><\/a>, featuring houses with over-the-top Halloween d\u00e9cor perfect for trick-or-treating with little ones (main event 6-8 p.m. Friday; free; 31st Avenue Northeast between Northeast 65th and 70th streets). In South Seattle, Comet Lodge Haunted Trail<\/strong> will have kid-friendly attractions like pirates, a witch\u2019s lair, corn maze and more (6-10 p.m. Friday and 6-9 p.m. Saturday; free; 5923 21st Ave. S.; cometlodgehaunt.com<\/a>).\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Last but certainly not least are events for the homebody looking for a low-key way to celebrate Halloween. If you\u2019d rather start the festivities early (and stay in at night), try a Halloween-themed tea party<\/strong> (reservations start as early at 8 a.m. at Cafe Flora) and enjoy delicate bites and potionlike drinks (all ages; $28-$58; 2901 E. Madison St.; florarestaurantgroup.com<\/a>).\u00a0<\/p>\nDinner and a spine-chilling show<\/h3>\n
Haunted (and not-so-haunted) house and trails<\/h3>\n
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A cozy Halloween itinerary\u00a0<\/h3>\n