GSBA: Capitol Hill’s Guide to the Spookiest Spots to Haunt This Halloween
Capitol Hill is crawling with thrills and chills this Halloween, and GSBA, Washington’s LGBTQ+ and allied chamber of commerce, is here to guide you through the eerie extravaganza. If you’re looking for a night (or week!) of unforgettable fun, this is your go-to guide for all things spooky. Whether you’re ready to dance with the undead, laugh your guts out, or indulge in haunted desserts, there’s an event for every kind of ghost and ghoul.
REVIVAL Halloween Pop-up Market
Thursday, October 31, 4–8 pm
Capitol Hill EcoDistrict, Seattle
Join the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle’s EcoDistrict for a spooktacular pop-up market! Featuring BIPOC food and retail vendors, this is your go-to stop for unique Halloween finds and treats. Come support local businesses and enjoy the Halloween spirit in full swing.
Halloween Afternoon Tea at Cafe Flora
October 26–31, 2024
Cafe Flora, Madison Valley (Seattle)
$55/adult | $25/child | $25 deposit per person
Cafe Flora and The Flora Bakehouse are teaming up for a deliciously magical Halloween afternoon tea experience. Enjoy a tower of house-made Halloween pastries, savory tea sandwiches, and a selection of gourmet teas. Expect ghoulish gougère monsters, pumpkin-deviled eggs, tiny meringue ghosts, and more spooky delights. A vegan and gluten-free menu is also available!
Drag Me to Kamp Koven
October 24, 2024
Kamp Social House, Madison Valley (Seattle)
$25 per guest (entry only) | 21+
Witches 21+ are invited to Kamp Social House for a night of spooky fun at Drag Me to Kamp Koven! Sip on eerie cocktails while enjoying frightfully fabulous drag performances that will have you under a spell. Costumes are encouraged, so gather your ghoul-friends, and don’t forget your $1s to tip the queens. Doors open at 9:00 PM with the show starting at 9:30 PM. Street parking is available. Check out the menu at www.kampseattle.com!
GHOULFEST: Beetlejuice Edition!
Thursday, October 31, 9 pm
Chop Suey, Capitol Hill (Seattle)
$0 – $15 | 21+
Say his name three times and you might just conjure up the best Halloween party in town! Chop Suey is throwing GHOULFEST: Beetlejuice Edition with music from Charli XCX, Kendrick Lamar, and more. Dance like there’s no tomorrow, and don’t forget to dress for the dead!
Halloween Drag Brunch at Kamp Social House
October 27, 2024
Kamp Social House, Madison Valley (Seattle)
$25 per guest (entry only) | 21+
Kick off Halloween weekend with a hauntingly delightful Halloween Drag Brunch at Kamp Social House. Hosted by the one and only Jane Don’t and featuring spooky guest performers, this brunch promises plenty of thrills with DJ BB Brizz keeping the beats going all afternoon. Doors open at 12:30 PM, and the show starts at 1:00 PM. Costumes are encouraged, and street parking is available. Check out the menu at www.kampseattle.com!
Welcome to the Hotel Gatsby
October 31–November 2, 2024
The Intiman Cabaret at the Erickson Theatre, Capitol Hill (Seattle)
A BeautyBoiz Macabre Creation
Step inside the doors of Hotel Gatsby, a glamorous yet eerie cabaret experience from BeautyBoiz. Directed and choreographed by Ron Gatsby, this show is a dark and delicious blend of haunting ballads and high-energy drag performances. You’ll be mesmerized by the supernatural allure of the hotel—where you can check in, but leaving? Well, that’s another story…
Día De Los Muertos Celebration at Koko’s
November 1 & 2, 2024
Koko’s Restaurant, Capitol Hill (Seattle)
Reservations Required
Celebrate Día De Los Muertos at Koko’s with an unforgettable, immersive experience! Enjoy mesmerizing décor, captivating live entertainment, and beats by DJ Steven Santana, setting the perfect mood for this extraordinary celebration. Book your table now to be part of this unique cultural event that promises vibrant energy, delicious food, and great company.
Union Halloween: Forsaken Spirits
October 26 & 31, 2024
Union Seattle, Capitol Hill (Seattle)
No Cover | 21+
Unleash your inner ghoul at Union Seattle’s Forsaken Spirits Halloween bash! Come dressed in your most spooktacular costume and prepare for a night of frights and delights! Union is rolling out their full menu of delicious eats and your favorite adult beverages, ensuring you stay energized for all the dancing and devilish delights.
Scareoke at Wildrose
October 31, 2024
Wildrose, Capitol Hill (Seattle)
Free Entry | 21+
Ready for a spooktacular Scareoke Halloween Bash at Wildrose, Seattle’s iconic lesbian bar?! Show off your inner monster and take the stage for a night of frightful fun. Dress to impress in your most creative costume for a chance to win fabulous prizes in our costume contest! With plenty of prizes, and a supportive atmosphere, this is the Halloween party you won’t want to miss.
Dia de los Muertos Fiesta at Bonito Cafe y Mercadito
November 1–2, 2024
Bonito Cafe y Mercadito, Seattle
Free | All Ages
Get ready to celebrate life and love at Bonito Cafe y Mercadito’s Dia de los Muertos fiesta! From November 1st to 2nd, the cafe will be transformed into a colorful wonderland, bursting with marigolds and vibrant decor. Join us for a lively celebration filled with delicious locally sourced coffee, artisanal treats, and cultural festivities that honor our beloved ancestors.
Collide-O-Scope Halloween
Thursday, October 31, 8 pm
SIFF Cinema Egyptian, Capitol Hill (Seattle)
$21.50
For a Halloween like no other, catch the Collide-O-Scope show at the SIFF Cinema Egyptian. Michael Anderson and Shane Wahlund bring their cinematic magic with a mix of found footage, horror, and hilarity. It’s an unpredictable, wildly fun ride through pop culture’s strangest moments.
Jimbo’s Halloween Haunt: with the Mothership Cast
Thursday, October 31, 8 pm
Queer Bar, Capitol Hill (Seattle)
$25 – $399 | 21+
Join RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars winner Jimbo for a Halloween bash at Queer Bar! The show, complete with performances from the Mothership cast, promises all the ghoulish glam and over-the-top fun you’d expect. Tickets are limited, so act fast before they vanish like ghosts in the night!
Popular Costume Show
Thursday, October 31, 8 pm
Club Comedy, Capitol Hill (Seattle)
$20 | 21+
Comedy in costume? Count us in! Popular Costume Show at Club Comedy brings some of the Northwest’s funniest comedians, all dressed up and ready to deliver laughs. Prizes for the best audience costumes mean you’ll want to come dressed to impress—especially if you want to win some treats!
Spellbound
Thursday, October 31, 9 pm–1 am
Unicorn, Capitol Hill (Seattle)
$10 – $15 | 21+
Get ready to be Spellbound at Unicorn’s Halloween bash, where DJ DatDamnBoy and Starkey will keep the vibes witchy and weird. Dance, sip on themed drinks, and let your inner sorcerer take over the night.
