It’s the ghouliest day of all! I’m a big sucker for Halloween –not just pun intended: As you may know, I’ve been doing a map of decorated homes that will FOR SURESIES have candy on Halloween. You can find that map here if you want to check it out. And I have two very special judges working on picking the top five SPOooOoOOoOKIEST houses of all to receive a little bit of fun and swag. How about that? The results from this cute little contest will be available on November 5 (or thereabouts).
What else is there TooooooooDooooooooooo?
DON’T FORGET: Every night at SEVEN p.m., make noise and get to know your neighbors. More info here.
Um, hey. What if you could have Caruso’s Grocery come to you? Caruso’s at Home sounds like my dream come true. Order up and never leave home (maybe). Not an ad, I just love them.
Also, FYI: If you live in section A of the map, you’ll be doing some raking this weekend. Check out the leaf collection map and plan accordingly!
Renovating your adorable old home and feeling overwhelmed? Don’t fret! On November 1, come to the North Hall at Eastern Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and take advantage of the Capitol Hill Restoration Society’s House Expo. Learn a lot and also sign up to volunteer for the spring House and Garden Tour! More info here.
Also on November 1, drop by a free workshop at the Waterfront Academy. Did you know that movement affects the brain? Learn more about the brain-body connection and Montessori philosophy. More information here.
And on November 2, check out the DC Print Fair! Enjoy that solid feel of paper and print your own letterpress postcard! The event is free and will take place at the north hall of Eastern Market. Check out the full exhibitor list here.
Do you live in SMD 7D06 and are looking for a way to make a difference in your community? The commissioner post for this single member district will soon be vacant. Learn more about the office of the ANC here and throw your hat in the ring!
Union Station has TWO fun weekend activities for you: The Friday West Wing market has bread, empanadas, fresh produce and flowers and more! The Saturday Rail Market at Union Station is happening this Saturday and future Saturdays, so put it on the calendar. Enjoy vintage finds and all sorts of different vendors. More information here.
And at the far end of the Hill, enjoy the RFK Flea Market every Saturday, weather permitting, starting at 7 a.m. and wrapping up at 3 p.m. For more info, click here.
HALLOWEEN
Yes, Hill-o-Ween is back ON HALLOWEEN! Check out their website for more info.
Looking for a killer party on Halloween? Then check out Nightmare in Navy Yard on October 31! It promises to be so good, it’s spooky! Click here for info and tickets.
The Metropolitan Police Department is having Halloween Safe Havens at all Police District stations. Check them out! Click the link here to find your participating Police District station.
OFF-HILL
Spike and Mike’s Animation Extravaganza is coming to local theaters on October 31 through November 2. If you’re a fan of irreverent and downright weird animation, this is the show for you. The Extravaganza will be showing only at Regal Theaters, so click here to get your tickets.
It may no longer be the Newseum, but the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center is still a great gathering place. On October 29, abstract artist Lindsay Adams will be unveiling her latest work, titled “Ceremony.” The solo exhibit, beautifully curated by Claudia M. Watts, will be up through March 7, 2026. You can find more information here. You can also get a quick peek at the exhibit on our TikTok here.
At the National Museum of Women in the Arts, Tawny Chatmon’s show titled, “Sanctuaries of Truth, Dissolution of Lies” is extremely personal and moving. Bring hankies and apologies to the people who had to catch the show at the same time as me. Yes, I was sobbing the whole time. More info here.
Celebrate Dia de Muertos at the Wharf on Saturday, November 1! More information here.
Looking for an exclusive Halloween party? This one sounds *very* intriguing.
Are you 50 or over? Then join the District’s Senior Games! From September to November, enjoy getting competitive across the District and in several different sports! Click here for more information.
Don’t forget! The Anacostia Community Museum is open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and they always have something fun going on! Learn more here.
PLAN AHEAD
It’s not sexy, but the First District Citizens’ Advisory Council, or 1DCAC, will be holding their monthly public safety meeting on Tuesday, November 4 at 6 p.m. and everyone is welcome. Click here to join the meeting directly via WebEx.
Dupont Underground is staging Invasion of the Body Snatchers November 5, 6 and 7. Sounds like fun! Get your tickets here.
Dolcezza Gelato is teaming up with The Little Grand on November 9 and 10 from 5-9 p.m. for a good cause! Get soft serve and piping hot slices and help both businesses raise money for the Capital Area Food Bank. Click here for more info.
Eastern Market Pottery invites you to their student pottery show on Sunday, November 9th, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. If you’re looking for one-of-a-kind gifts or art to call your own, come on by! Eastern Market Pottery is at the basement of Eastern Market. Enter via the stairs at the southern end of the building, near the corner of C Street SE.
Can’t get enough of pottery? Then get read for the Pottery on the Hill 2025 show. On November 14-16, come out to the Hill Center and enjoy beautiful pieces and community. Whether you come for the ticketed preview or the free sale, you are guaranteed to walk away with a special piece. More info and tickets here.
Dine like a monarch for a wonderful cause at the Four Seasons this November! On November 13 and 14, Four Seasons Wine and Dine returns with an incredible array of food and talent across two nights and two incredible events, benefiting MedStar Health. Tickets are now available here.
On November 28, the first-ever Winter Wonderfest will pop up at Nationals Park! Tubing! Northern Lights! Putt-Putt! MORE! Get tickets here.
Eastern Market is THE place to be for the holidays. Starting November 28, kick corporate Black Friday in the teeth and get a leg up on your holiday shopping at our favorite local market.
And I know March 2026 feels far, but it’ll be here sooner than you think and, along with it, the DC Environmental Film Festival will come back with an important theme: “Against the Current.” To learn about DCEFF and their mission, click here.