Halloween Shenanigans: Austinist Rounds Up Your Options
For Austinites, Halloween is one of the hardest-partying times of the year. It's also the best chance you'll get to stumble around downtown while surrounded by drunk revelers slathered in freakish makeup and garbed in over-the-top costumery—SXSW notwithstanding, that is.
This year, we're compiling this ongoing list of spooky Halloween-related shenanigans where you'll be all but guaranteed to have a ghoulish time. Some are free, while others will cost you a pretty penny—on the bright side, those falling in the latter category usually involve some kind of open bar.
If you come across something amazing that we've missed, shoot us an email. And check back here for updates!
WHAT: The Infamous White Ghost Shivers Halloween Ball
WHEN: Friday, October 31. Doors at 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Waterford House, a new venue near I-35 south of Slaughter (2008 Brandt Road)
COST: $35 presale, $40 at door. Tickets at Cheapo Discs and online. $3 beer and wine, or BYOB.
WEB: [www.whiteghostshivers.com]
THEY SAY: "Never to disappoint the masses, White Ghost Shivers will be celebrating their 5th annual Hallowe'en Ball on October 31st 2008 to prove once again that NOBODY knows how to entice the witching hour with more shouts, stomps, and "shivers" than they do! The White Ghost Shivers 'We're Turning 5' theme is the 5th annual All Hallows Eve celebration and they invite all of their loyal fans and new friends to don their best dastardly kiddie costumes and join the mayhem of this giddily ghoulish five-year-old fest! Take full advantage of the phenomenal new location, The Waterford House, in South Austin, which is threatening to be big enough to casket all the dancing, haunting, tricks and taunts of all involved. The evening will include special guests; photo-booth by Camera Obscured, Mr. Bubbs the Clown, DJ Suepurrr, The McMercy Family Band, The Bric-A-Brac Vintage Vagabond Variety Show, Schave and Reilly, White Ghost Shivers, and YOU! "
WHAT: First Annual Rockula Halloween Bash
WHEN: Friday, October 31. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
WHERE: 501 Studios (E 5th St & Brushy St)
COST: $5 at door, 21+
WEB: [myspace.com/rockulabash]
THEY SAY: "Represent Austin is pleased to reveal the addition of three more tricks and treats for the First Annual Rockula Halloween Bash at 501 Studios. The delectable morsels of Mmmpanadas will be available throughout the night. Haunting imagery by Minister Sin will coat the studio walls in delightful terror and Victoria Renard will be capturing the madness for all to enjoy.
Usually parked west of IH35, Mmmpanadas will migrate to the East Side to provide their one-of-a-kind handmade empanadas at 5th & Brushy for Rockula and walk-up patrons. The authentic recipes and fresh ingredients will provide plenty of delicious dance fuel for downtown party-goers.
Within the gates of Rockula, visual treats will accompany the all-night live music performances. Local stage performer and video editor, Brian Overman, dawns the mask of Minister Sin to create an original montage of Halloween classics and mind-bending visuals to raise Rockula's spirit. The Minister's video projections of horror and kitsch will bleed from the towering walls of 501 Studios."
WHAT: "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" Themed Party
WHEN: All Weekend
WHERE: Oilcan Harry's
WEB: oilcanharrys.com
COST: Free
THEY SAY: "Oilcan Harry's will transform into heaven, hell, and purgatory for the Halloween weekend with the "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" themed party. Costume contests on Friday and Saturday, plus male dancers and a lavish buffet on Friday 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., and high-energy dance music all weekend. Then round out the weekend with a special Halloween edition of "La Cage: Vegas in Austin" on Sunday at 9:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m."
WHAT: Yellow Bike Project Hosts Halloween Party
WHEN: Friday October 31
WHERE: Creekside Lounge (606 E. 7th St.)
WEB: [www.austinyellowbike.org]
COST:
THEY SAY: "In the time-honored tradition, bands (Mistress Stephanie and her Melodic Cat, New York City's Flaming Fire, Foot Patrol, and Magnifico Music) will be "in costume," performing sets as their favorite artists. We could tell you who, but we can't. And we're not bugging you about your costume, so come out and be surprised. This party will benefit Yellow Bike's New Headquarters fund."
