Del Ray's Trail of Dreadful Delights

Get your costumes ready to join your favorite Del Ray Restaurants for a Halloween event with themed drinks and food up and down the avenue! Spooky Spirits, Sinister Bites, and Neighborhood Delights! 🎃👻 We’re kicking off the fun during the day from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, October 31st so folks can get home in time for trick-or-treaters, and select venues will continue specials through the night - look out for them as being listed as Night of the Crawling Dead spots on the official Trail Map. Best of all? Your participation supports a fantastic cause! 100% of net ticket proceeds will go directly to ALIVE! , Alexandria's largest safety-net nonprofit dedicated to helping local families in need. Exclusive Food & Drink Specials: Every participating restaurant along the Avenue will feature signature Halloween-themed menu items, including at least one drink special and one food special priced at $8 or under . First 100 Ticket Holders Get a Swag Bag: The first 100 participants to check in on event day receive a custom Halloween Swag Bag packed with treats and goodies! Official Trail Lanyard & Commemorative Postcard Map: Your official pass to all participating venue discounts and special events. Costume Contests & Live Entertainment: Expect live music, DJs, trivia, themed decor, and costume contests with prizes at participating stops along the trail. 📍 Event Details & Check-In Information Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 Main Trail Hours: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Night of the Crawling Dread: Select venues will keep the party rolling til their posted witching hour! Location: Mount Vernon Avenue & surrounding neighborhood spots, Del Ray (Alexandria, VA) 🍻 Participating Restaurants & Venues Participating Del Ray favorites will feature custom spooktacular menus, live music, costume contests, and spooky decor. Check back often for updates on participating locations: Del Ray Public House Gustave Boulangerie Hops N Shine Nightmare on the Avenue Northside 10 Piece Out Pork Barrel BBQ 📜 Important Information Costumes: Highly encouraged! Dress up and show off, maybe you will get handed a prize! All Ages & Families Welcome: The 12–6 PM timeframe makes it easy to participate around other evening plans. Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase or consume alcohol at participating venues. Tickets: $10 per participant. Please bring your digital or printed Eventbrite ticket to check-in to receive your lanyard and map. Get your tickets early to lock in your spot and aim for one of the first 100 swag bags !