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Halloween Party Guide 2012
Halloween 2012 may fall on a Wednesday this year, but that just means you have two weekends to celebrate the holiday with a ton of massive music events, nightclub parties and costumed fun in San Francisco. We've rounded up the best Halloween events so all you have to worry about is your costume.
Picking the best parties is tough, but with this list of MetroWize-approved Halloween celebrations, you can't go wrong. Check back in the upcoming weeks as we add additional events to our party calendar.
Know about a sweet Halloween party that's not on our list?
Send an email to editor (at) metrowize (dot) com with the details.
Spookfest @ Oracle Arena
Spookfest 2012 is the Bay Area's newest Halloween massive, taking over Oracle Arena in Oakland for one night of costumed EDM mayhem. With world-renowned producers and DJs like Calvin Harris, Benny Benassi and Datsik on the bill, you can bet that Spookfest will be one of the wildest Halloween parties in 2012.
18+ | $55-$60
Don't miss the first night of the 18th Annual Freaker's Ball, taking over Public Works on Halloween Friday. After 17 years of amazing Halloween parties, Freaker's Ball is back for their 18th Anniversary Party at Public Works with a wild Friday night lineup including Addison Groove, EPROM, Christian Martin, Kastle, Thriftworks, Russ Liquid and more amazing talent. Don't forget to buy two-day tickets to get in on the freaky action on Saturday night!
21+ | $25-$55
Lunacy Music and Arts Festival is a three-day full moon celebration, and transformational festival of the arts. Featuring electronic and live music with workshops and demonstrations by artists and guest speakers, it will draw creatives from the west coast and beyond to create a temporary community. Set to take place at Live Oak Campground in Santa Barbara for three days, Lunacy is set to feature an eclectic group of DJs, producers and live acts including EOTO, VibeSquaD, An-Ten-Nae, Random Rab, Sugarpill, Stephan Jacobs, +verb, ChrisB. and so many more.
18+ | $115-$185
Every year the Halloween International Ball is one of San Francisco's Absolute BEST & BIGGEST events! 4 SEPARATE DANCE FLOORS w/ 10 world renowned DJs, a 10 Piece Live Salsa Band and more. Get your costumes ready as the magnificent Regency Center will be transformed for Aykut Event's Halloween Int'l Ball - a one of a kind Halloween event in SF!!
21+ | $25-75 | 9pm-2am
All-star DJ Markus Schulz is taking over Ruby Skye on Friday as part of his Scream Album Tour. The DJ legend will be spinning all night from open to close, so if you're a fan of Schulz's infectious beats, this is the party for you. Get down with bottle service, a VIP table and over $20,000 in props and decor.
21+ | $45 | 9pm
Hosting one of the only free Halloween parties in the city, 1015 is kicking off a week of Halloween celebrations with an epic event featuring a DJ set from Yeasayer, a live show from Labyrinth Eye and much more. Don't hesitate, RSVP now to confirm your free admission to 1015's wild Friday night event.
21+ | FREE | 10pm-4am
At Manor West's Masquerage, it's all about elaborate bejeweled masks, with swirls of accenting colors covered in glitz and glamour. Bluster and boast, flaunt and flatter, parade and play, but most of all, put your hands up and RAGE! San Francisco SOMA Disctrict's Pre-Halloween Bash Of 2012. DJ Weapon and DJ B.M.F.J. will provide the soundtrack for the night.
21+ | $15-$20 | 10pm-4am
Friday night at Slide kicks of three nights of Halloween festivities as the nightclub hosts their Twisted Dungeon parties featuring DJ Shabazz, DJ Five and Chris Clouse spinning each night. Don't miss your chance to get wild at one of Union Square's premiere nightlife venues - just don't forget your costume...
21+ | $10 | 9pm
Get your afros and bell bottoms ready as FlashBack Friday's Annual Halloween Bash returns to Mezzanine. Expect an 80's-themed party complete with a live performance from Wonder Bread 5 and DJs spinning classic hits. Eighties go-go dancers and a full bar will be on the scene to help you get down to the funky beats.
21+ | $17.50 | 9pm
The Lights Down Low crew is coming together on Halloween Friday to get down at Monarch with San Francisco's hottest costumed party animals. L-Vis 1990, SFV Acid, Urulu and more are scheduled to provide the soundtrack for the night and if you're afraid to dance, BEWARE!
21+ | $12 | 9pm-4am
SF IndieFest Presents The Annual Roller Disco Costume Party at Cellspace. Costumes are encouraged with awesome prizes awarded for the best costumes! Skate rentals and tunes come courtesy of Black Rock Roller Disco with all proceeds benefiting SF IndieFest, a 501c3 non profit arts organization.
21+ | $10 | 8pm-2am
A-Town Agency presents Zombie Prom: The Circus of Horrors featuring live music by Slim Jenklins. As the 4th annual Zombie Prom, this dance party is set to be wilder than ever before with a costume contest, DJ sets, a full bar, a coffin photo booth, zombie go go girls, and more!
18+ | $20 | 8pm-2am
Monster Halloween @ Infusion Lounge
Infusion Lounge is throwing down a massive Monster Halloween party taking over the swanky subterranean nightclub with all kinds of spooky graveyard attractions. From sexy-costumed dancers to DJ Melo D dropping heavy beats, Infusion Lounge is set to be one of the hottest party spots in SF come Halloween weekend.
21+ | $15-$55 | 10pm-2am
The third annual True Blood Halloween has been confirmed with EC Twins, Norman Doray and Sex Panther set as the party's headlining DJs. Expect over $30,000 in theatrical production and decor, transforming Fort Mason into a Vampire Haunted Mansion! This event always sells out early, so be sure to get your tickets before it's too late!
21+ | $30-$80 | 9pm-4am
If you missed night one of Freaker's Ball at Public Works or if you're just itching for a second round of spooky Halloween beats, then don't miss the second night of the wild bash, taking place on Saturday, October 27th! After Friday night's stellar DJs throw down their signature beats, Freaker's Ball will return with a huge Saturday night lineup including Claude Von Stroke, Otto Von Schirach, Justin Martin, Love and Light, Jeno and so many more talented DJs and artists.
21+ | $25-$55
Always one of the best parties of the year, Night of the Living Bass will transform Mighty into a Halloween immersive environment with a super fly funky costumed crowd and cutting edge music all around. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of this spooky event, Opel is bringing in Meat Katie and The Scumfrog to lay down beats alongside local DJs and playa favorites.
$15-$20 | 21+
Harry Denton in association with Sebastien Entertainment & Tony Presents invites you to HALLOWEEN 2012 at the newly renovated Starlight Room. Get ready for an amazing night filled with creative costumes and entertainers on the top of the Sir Francis Drake Hotel overlooking Union Square. Enjoy breathtaking penthouse views while sipping on your favorite cocktails and dancing underneath the stars. Beats will be provided by SF DJ duo CONTACT (Chris Clouse + CAMS) with sexy dancers from Desire Temptations.
21+ | $25-$45
After bringing the bass in August, Swedish DJ duo Cazzette will be returning to Ruby Skye for a Saturday night of heavy electro beats. Trevor Simpson is slated as support for the night so you can expect hours of EDM beats and plenty of Halloween debauchery as Ruby Skye is transformed into the Devil's Playground.
21+ | $30-$45 | 9pm
The Ghost Ship is back for the fifth year and it promises to bigger and better than ever! Featuring an 80,000 square foot Navy hangar packed with multiple sound areas and more than 30 of the Bay Area's finest DJs. It promises mind-boggling and interactive art, art cars and several themed rooms. Every year there is a unique array of large-scale artwork created for this one special night.
21+ | $25 - $50 | 9pm - 3am
EyeHeartSF is back with the 2nd Annual Eye Heart Halloween celebration at the Longshoreman's Hall in the Marina. All tickets include access to a premium open bar and hours of party rocking music from local and up and coming DJs.
21+ | 9pm - 2am
Superstar electro house producer Wolfgang Gartner is bringing his Love & War Tour to the Warfield with up and comers Pierce Fulton and Popeska on the bill as support. With his massive new Love & War EP in addition to a set of fresh remixes, Wolfgang Gartner is sure to put on an epic show for his San Francisco fans.
All Ages | $28-$38 | 9pm
Step into the Haunted Manor as the dimmly lit lights flicker to a ceiling that vanishes, sometimes revealing the goblins and monsters that are suspended above. Every so often the room becomes pitch black as dreadful screams and laughter are heard, followed by the sound of bone chilling music. As the lights come back on, mysteriously the dance floor is packed with creatures of the night celebrating and socializing to the music of King Most and Young Guru (Jay-Z's tour DJ)!
21+ | $20-$30 | 9pm
The Westin Hotel on Market Street will be their 10th annual Halloween Massive with an all-star DJ lineup that's soon to be announced. You can bet the dance floor will be chock-full of costumed revelers getting their groove on and partying the night away.
21+ | $40-$50 | 9pm-2am
The Regency Building will be taken over as your senses indulge in absolute amazement by one of the most extravagant Halloween parties in San Francisco. Featuring a live performance from hip hop all-star Too Short, the event will go big with go go dancers, DJs and a full bar. Costumes are required at this party so be sure to dress to impress.
21+ | $35 | 9pm - 2am
YACHT is a Band, Belief System, and Business conducted by Jona Bechtolt and Claire L. Evans of Marfa, Texas and Portland, Oregon, USA. All people are welcome to become members of YACHT. Accordingly, YACHT is and always will be what YACHT is when YACHT is standing before you. Get down with the new wave rockers at Halloween costume party hosted at Mezzanine on Halloween Saturday.
21+ | $30 | 9pm
Prepare for a Nightmare on Howard St. at Temple Nightclub this Halloween Friday! You never know what you will find around the dark corridors on this night filled with scary fun, zombie burlesque, and creepy cocktail specials. Look out for prizes awarded to the top 20 costumes and sounds by PAUL HEMMING, JASWHO? and more!
21+ | $20-$40 | 9pm
Up and coming EDM producer and DJ Mr. White is set as the main headliner for the Wicked Circus Halloween celebration at the Grand. Featuring magic, music, mayhem and VIP bottle service for anyone who wants to go big, the Grand is sure to provide an epic party for anyone looking to get wild in SF on the Saturday before Halloween.
21+ | 9pm
This Halloween join supperclub and Tall sasha for a Trippy Journey to the DARK SIDE OF MOON. Enter through our psycho-delic-haunted hellway were glow in the dark neon clowns and creepy contortionists drip down the walls and greet you with hallucinogenic smiles and lava lamp inspired cocktails so strong that any traveling Halloween hippy should take warning.
21+ | $25 | 10pm
Get your Halloween Saturday started with the Haunted Halloween Extravaganza presented by Location415 and Darlye of 1st Fridays. DJ Hector and additional guest spin-jockeys will be on deck to provide the spooky soundtrack for the party, which will also include a costume content and a huge bar to keep you nice and lubricated.
21+ | $20 | 9pm-2am
The King Street Even Space is consistently popping off come New Years Eve and in 2012, the spot is blowing up with a Mega Halloween party that's sure to be epic! Expect 6 DJs, 4 areas, 3 dance floors, 2 levels and 1 amazing party.
21+ | $30-$50 | 8pm-2am
DJ Nathan Scott is bringing his signature sound to the W Hotel in San Francisco for the Haunted Hotel Halloween blow-out. With 2 floors and 3 rooms of music, along with a full bar and VIP bottle service for anyone who wants to go big, this is shaping up to be one of the SOMA's hottest parties of the weekend.
21+ | $40-$60 | 10pm
It's the spookiest, scariest Bootie ever! It's Halloween Booootie! And there couldn't be a better holiday to celebrate the grand opening of the newly-expanded DNA Lounge, which now has FOUR different rooms for your dancing pleasure! They've got free limited-edition Halloween Booootie CDs for the first 300 people, plus a Midnight Costume Contest, where they're giving away $200 cash prizes (and a trick-or-treat goody bag) for the best costume.
21+ | $20-$30 | 9pm
Yoshi's is getting into the Halloween game this year with their first annual Freaks & Beats Halloween Party featuring music from five of SF's best up and coming DJs that'll help you get your groove on with all the other costume revelers heading to Yoshi's. A full bar and spooky hors d'oveurs will be on hand to keep your engine running.
21+ | $10-$20 | 10pm
Get ready for one of the city's wildest and sexiest Halloween bashes with and all-star lineup of DJs: Traviswild, Slaptop, Jason Everett, and Ryan Lucero live on drums. These party rockers will be keeping the dancefloor bloody and romantic all night long! Wear your sexy and creative costume and prepare to rage. Harlot will be transformed with full visual production and over-the-top decor. Experience Harlot's massive sound system, fog, lasers, plus lots and lots of special surprises.
21+ | $30 | 9pm-3am
Get ready for some spooky nautical mayhem aboard the Cabernet Sauvignon Cruise Ship, departing from Pier 40 for a night of boozing, dancing and more. Enjoy Top 40s and house DJs with a 4 hour bar and complimentary snacks along the way. With 3 amazing floors and spacious decks, there'll be plenty of room to get down and freaky.
21+ | $79-$115 | 9pm-1am
Foreverland is a 14-piece tribute to one of the most well-known and beloved entertainers in the world: Mr. Michael Jackson. MJ lives on forever with Foreverland, elevating his music, inspiration and creativity to innovative new heights. You won't want miss this one-of-a-kind band, guaranteed to keep you on your feet and "thrill you tonight."
21+ | $22 | 8pm
Looking for a little bit of rock n' roll to help you get your Halloween groove on? Head to Rickshaw Stop for a night of music from Ghost & The City plus DJ Brother Grimm. Make sure to dress up in your scurriest costume to receive $2 discounted entry at the door.
All Ages | $10-$12 | 9pm
Disclosure @ The Independent
Hot UK garage duo, Disclosure is bringing their signature style of seductive and sexy electronica to The Independent for what's sure to be a dope night of music. Get stoked to party with the brothers Lawrence as Disclosure makes their debut appearance in San Francisco with fresh remixes and a collection of killer original dance tracks.
21+ | $20 | 9pm
Afrojack Halloween @ Ruby Skye
Ruby Skye will be transformed into a spooky Halloween wonderland as the massive nightclub prepares for a wicked celebration featuring superstar Dutch DJ Afrojack. With a new album in the works and fresh tracks ready for San Francisco, Afrojack is set to put on the most anticipated event on Halloween Wednesday.
21+ | $80 - $100 | 9pm - 2am
1015 Folsom's epic Halloween bash has been set with Flosstradamus performing a live headlining set alongside Pantha du Prince, An-Ten-Nae, Ana Sia, B. Bravo and more ridiculously talented DJs. With multiple rooms to get down, several bars and six straight hours of spooky Halloween fun, there's no better place to spend Halloween on Wednesday night - just plan on calling in "sick" on Thursday.
21+ | $20 - $25 | 10pm - 4am
No dream is ever just a dream... Your presence is requested for an evening of intrigue, mystery, fantasy and delicious encounters at the French Tuesdays Eyes Wide Shut Halloween Party. Expect a night-long odyssey where for one special night, you will conceal your true identity and seduce the crowd with your most creative and classy mask.
21+ | $25-$50 | 9pm
Halloween doesn’t get any better with the French super-star producer, Etienne de Crécy! He’s been making waves as a key figure of the international electronic scene since his 20’s, when he began to rise to the summit, cutting some of the world’s most influential electronic albums. Sinden and Nisus will be on hand for support at Mezzanine - you'd be crazy to miss this party.
21+ | $12 | 9pm
Make your Halloween a little classier with a visit to the Clift Hotel's Redwood Room for their 6th Annual Element Halloween Party. Slated as a "Retro Future Event" with DJ Miguel Migs spinning the soundtrack for the night, the Element Halloween Party is sure to be a swanky-good time.
21+ | 9pm - 2am
On October 31st, party like aristocracy and enjoy the company of other ghosts, ghouls, and things that go bump in the night. Let Trendy Lime be your Halloween date at the fabulously frightening Payne Mansion complete with music from DJ Playdoughboy, DJ Elvi and a super funky costume contest. Take risks, be bold, and express your inner self in an outrageously beautiful costume.
21+ | $35-$55 | 9pm
Mark your calendar for the Saints & Sinners Ball as SF's spookiest souls on Earth collide for one lavish Halloween party at San Francisco's exclusive Boutique Nightclub, Roe. The party will feature SF's top hip-hop, top 40, house DJs, costume contests and more, going strong until 2am.
21+ | $10 | 9pm-2am
The party producers behind the biggest pub crawls in the nation are headed to San Francisco this October for frighteningly drunken nights across the city. With stops in the Marina and Union Square, this is sure to be the biggest Halloween drink-a-thon in Norcal.
21+ | $5 | 12pm
Kirk Von Hammett Presents: A Day of the Dead @ Public Works
Metallica's Kirk Von Hammett presents a Day of the Dead/"Too Much Horror Business" book release event at Public Works on the day after Halloween. Wear your finest ghoulish and ghastly costumes to celebrate all things horror - Zombies, Burlesque Dancers, face painting, and special musical performances from Motion Potion, Judgement Day and Bay Area favorites Death Angel!
21+ | $10-$14 | 9pm
Dia de los Muertos
In San Francisco, Day of the Dead has been celebrated in the Mission district since the early 70s with art, music, performances and a walking procession, which help locals contemplate their existence and mortality -- a moment to remember deceased friends and family, and our connections beyond our immediate concerns.
All Ages | Free | 6pm-11pm
Picking the best parties is tough, but with this list of MetroWize-approved Halloween celebrations, you can't go wrong. Check back in the upcoming weeks as we add additional events to our party calendar.
Send an email to editor (at) metrowize (dot) com with the details.
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Afrojack Halloween @ Ruby Skye Ruby Skye will be transformed into a spooky Halloween wonderland as the massive nightclub prepares for a wicked celebration featuring superstar Dutch DJ Afrojack. With a new album in the works and fresh tracks ready for San Francisco, Afrojack is set to put on the most anticipated event on Halloween Wednesday. 21+ | $80-$100 |
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Monster Halloween @ Infusion Lounge Infusion Lounge is throwing down a massive Monster Halloween party taking over the swanky subterranean nightclub with all kinds of spooky graveyard attractions. From sexy-costumed dancers to DJ Melo D dropping heavy beats, Infusion Lounge is set to be one of the hottest party spots in SF come Halloween weekend. 21+ | $15-$55 | 10pm-2am |
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A True Blood Halloween @ Fort Mason Center The third annual True Blood Halloween has been confirmed with EC Twins, Norman Doray and Sex Panther set as the party's headlining DJs. Expect over $30,000 in theatrical production and decor, transforming Fort Mason into a Vampire Haunted Mansion! This event always sells out early, so be sure to get your tickets before it's too late! 21+ |
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Rouge Halloween Spend your Halloween at Polk Street's favorite nightclub as Rouge opens its doors for a night of Halloween debauchery featuring music from DJ Magic Matt, a full hosted bar and a late night Nick's Crispy Tacos buffet! Plus, enter to win $200 in their spooky costume contest or go all out with a ballin' VIP booth and bottle service. 21+ | $29-$100 |
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Halloween Weekend @ Manor West Starting on Thursday, October 25th, Manor West will be hosting a flurry of Halloween events with huge guest DJ sets, flowing cocktails and more. Start your weekend early with a DJ set from smooth R&B/pop star Mayer Hawthorne on Thursday night. Follow it up with the first annual MasqueRage costume party feat. DJ Weapon on Friday night and the Haunted Manor party feat. DJ Young Guru (Jay-Z's DJ) on Saturday night. 21+ |
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Spookfest @ Oracle Arena Spookfest 2012 is the Bay Area's newest Halloween massive, taking over Oracle Arena in Oakland for one night of costumed EDM mayhem. With world-renowned producers and DJs like Calvin Harris, Benny Benassi and Datsik on the bill, you can bet that Spookfest will be one of the wildest Halloween parties in 2012. 18+ | $55-$60 |
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Opel Halloween: Night of the Living Bass @ Mighty Always one of the best parties of the year, Night of the Living Bass will transform Mighty into a Halloween immersive environment with a super fly funky costumed crowd and cutting edge music all around. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of this spooky event, Opel is bringing in Meat Katie and The Scumfrog to lay down beats alongside local DJs and playa favorites. 21+ | $15-$20 |
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The Starlight Room Halloween 2012 Harry Denton in association with Sebastien Entertainment & Tony Presents invites you to HALLOWEEN 2012 at the newly renovated Starlight Room. Get ready for an amazing night filled with creative costumes and entertainers on the top of the Sir Francis Drake Hotel overlooking Union Square. Enjoy breathtaking penthouse views while sipping on your favorite cocktails and dancing underneath the stars. Beats will be provided by SF DJ duo CONTACT (Chris Clouse + CAMS) with sexy dancers from Desire Temptations. 21+ | $25-$45 |
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18th Annual Freaker's Ball @ Public Works That's right it is on folks - thrills, chills, wonders from the far reaches of the Earth and things to make you bump in the night! After 17 years of amazing Halloween parties, Freaker's Ball is back for their 18th Anniversary Party at Public Works with an insane two day (Friday & Saturday) lineup of local DJs and international stars including Claude Vonstroke, SLUGABED, EPROM, Russ Liquid, Thriftworks and more amazing talent. 21+ | $25-$55 |
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HALLOWEEN INTERNATIONAL BALL @ REGENCY CENTER Every year the Halloween International Ball is one of San Francisco's Absolute BEST & BIGGEST events! 4 SEPARATE DANCE FLOORS w/ 10 world renowned DJs, a 10 Piece Live Salsa Band and more. Get your costumes ready as the magnificent Regency Center will be transformed for Aykut Event's Halloween Int'l Ball - a one of a kind Halloween event in SF!! 21+ | $25-$75 |
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Lunacy Festival Lunacy Music and Arts Festival is a three-day full moon celebration, and transformational festival of the arts. Featuring electronic and live music with workshops and demonstrations by artists and guest speakers, it will draw creatives from the west coast and beyond to create a temporary community. Set to take place at Live Oak Campground in Santa Barbara for three days, Lunacy is set to feature an eclectic group of DJs, producers and live acts including EOTO, VibeSquaD, An-Ten-Nae, Random Rab, Sugarpill, Stephan Jacobs, +verb, ChrisB. and so many more. 18+ | $115-$185 |
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Ghost Ship 2012 - Apocalypse @ Treasure Island The Ghost Ship is back for the fifth year and it promises to bigger and better than ever! Featuring an 80,000 square foot Navy hangar packed with multiple sound areas and more than 30 of the Bay Area's finest DJs. It promises mind-boggling and interactive art, art cars and several themed rooms. Every year there is a unique array of large-scale artwork created for this one special night. 21+ | $35-$50 |
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Spookfest @ Oracle Arena
Spookfest 2012 is the Bay Area's newest Halloween massive, taking over Oracle Arena in Oakland for one night of costumed EDM mayhem. With world-renowned producers and DJs like Calvin Harris, Benny Benassi and Datsik on the bill, you can bet that Spookfest will be one of the wildest Halloween parties in 2012.
18+ | $55-$60
Don't miss the first night of the 18th Annual Freaker's Ball, taking over Public Works on Halloween Friday. After 17 years of amazing Halloween parties, Freaker's Ball is back for their 18th Anniversary Party at Public Works with a wild Friday night lineup including Addison Groove, EPROM, Christian Martin, Kastle, Thriftworks, Russ Liquid and more amazing talent. Don't forget to buy two-day tickets to get in on the freaky action on Saturday night!
21+ | $25-$55
Lunacy Music and Arts Festival is a three-day full moon celebration, and transformational festival of the arts. Featuring electronic and live music with workshops and demonstrations by artists and guest speakers, it will draw creatives from the west coast and beyond to create a temporary community. Set to take place at Live Oak Campground in Santa Barbara for three days, Lunacy is set to feature an eclectic group of DJs, producers and live acts including EOTO, VibeSquaD, An-Ten-Nae, Random Rab, Sugarpill, Stephan Jacobs, +verb, ChrisB. and so many more.
18+ | $115-$185
Every year the Halloween International Ball is one of San Francisco's Absolute BEST & BIGGEST events! 4 SEPARATE DANCE FLOORS w/ 10 world renowned DJs, a 10 Piece Live Salsa Band and more. Get your costumes ready as the magnificent Regency Center will be transformed for Aykut Event's Halloween Int'l Ball - a one of a kind Halloween event in SF!!
21+ | $25-75 | 9pm-2am
All-star DJ Markus Schulz is taking over Ruby Skye on Friday as part of his Scream Album Tour. The DJ legend will be spinning all night from open to close, so if you're a fan of Schulz's infectious beats, this is the party for you. Get down with bottle service, a VIP table and over $20,000 in props and decor.
21+ | $45 | 9pm
Hosting one of the only free Halloween parties in the city, 1015 is kicking off a week of Halloween celebrations with an epic event featuring a DJ set from Yeasayer, a live show from Labyrinth Eye and much more. Don't hesitate, RSVP now to confirm your free admission to 1015's wild Friday night event.
21+ | FREE | 10pm-4am
At Manor West's Masquerage, it's all about elaborate bejeweled masks, with swirls of accenting colors covered in glitz and glamour. Bluster and boast, flaunt and flatter, parade and play, but most of all, put your hands up and RAGE! San Francisco SOMA Disctrict's Pre-Halloween Bash Of 2012. DJ Weapon and DJ B.M.F.J. will provide the soundtrack for the night.
21+ | $15-$20 | 10pm-4am
Friday night at Slide kicks of three nights of Halloween festivities as the nightclub hosts their Twisted Dungeon parties featuring DJ Shabazz, DJ Five and Chris Clouse spinning each night. Don't miss your chance to get wild at one of Union Square's premiere nightlife venues - just don't forget your costume...
21+ | $10 | 9pm
Get your afros and bell bottoms ready as FlashBack Friday's Annual Halloween Bash returns to Mezzanine. Expect an 80's-themed party complete with a live performance from Wonder Bread 5 and DJs spinning classic hits. Eighties go-go dancers and a full bar will be on the scene to help you get down to the funky beats.
21+ | $17.50 | 9pm
The Lights Down Low crew is coming together on Halloween Friday to get down at Monarch with San Francisco's hottest costumed party animals. L-Vis 1990, SFV Acid, Urulu and more are scheduled to provide the soundtrack for the night and if you're afraid to dance, BEWARE!
21+ | $12 | 9pm-4am
SF IndieFest Presents The Annual Roller Disco Costume Party at Cellspace. Costumes are encouraged with awesome prizes awarded for the best costumes! Skate rentals and tunes come courtesy of Black Rock Roller Disco with all proceeds benefiting SF IndieFest, a 501c3 non profit arts organization.
21+ | $10 | 8pm-2am
A-Town Agency presents Zombie Prom: The Circus of Horrors featuring live music by Slim Jenklins. As the 4th annual Zombie Prom, this dance party is set to be wilder than ever before with a costume contest, DJ sets, a full bar, a coffin photo booth, zombie go go girls, and more!
18+ | $20 | 8pm-2am
Monster Halloween @ Infusion Lounge
Infusion Lounge is throwing down a massive Monster Halloween party taking over the swanky subterranean nightclub with all kinds of spooky graveyard attractions. From sexy-costumed dancers to DJ Melo D dropping heavy beats, Infusion Lounge is set to be one of the hottest party spots in SF come Halloween weekend.
21+ | $15-$55 | 10pm-2am
The third annual True Blood Halloween has been confirmed with EC Twins, Norman Doray and Sex Panther set as the party's headlining DJs. Expect over $30,000 in theatrical production and decor, transforming Fort Mason into a Vampire Haunted Mansion! This event always sells out early, so be sure to get your tickets before it's too late!
21+ | $30-$80 | 9pm-4am
If you missed night one of Freaker's Ball at Public Works or if you're just itching for a second round of spooky Halloween beats, then don't miss the second night of the wild bash, taking place on Saturday, October 27th! After Friday night's stellar DJs throw down their signature beats, Freaker's Ball will return with a huge Saturday night lineup including Claude Von Stroke, Otto Von Schirach, Justin Martin, Love and Light, Jeno and so many more talented DJs and artists.
21+ | $25-$55
Always one of the best parties of the year, Night of the Living Bass will transform Mighty into a Halloween immersive environment with a super fly funky costumed crowd and cutting edge music all around. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of this spooky event, Opel is bringing in Meat Katie and The Scumfrog to lay down beats alongside local DJs and playa favorites.
$15-$20 | 21+
Harry Denton in association with Sebastien Entertainment & Tony Presents invites you to HALLOWEEN 2012 at the newly renovated Starlight Room. Get ready for an amazing night filled with creative costumes and entertainers on the top of the Sir Francis Drake Hotel overlooking Union Square. Enjoy breathtaking penthouse views while sipping on your favorite cocktails and dancing underneath the stars. Beats will be provided by SF DJ duo CONTACT (Chris Clouse + CAMS) with sexy dancers from Desire Temptations.
21+ | $25-$45
After bringing the bass in August, Swedish DJ duo Cazzette will be returning to Ruby Skye for a Saturday night of heavy electro beats. Trevor Simpson is slated as support for the night so you can expect hours of EDM beats and plenty of Halloween debauchery as Ruby Skye is transformed into the Devil's Playground.
21+ | $30-$45 | 9pm
The Ghost Ship is back for the fifth year and it promises to bigger and better than ever! Featuring an 80,000 square foot Navy hangar packed with multiple sound areas and more than 30 of the Bay Area's finest DJs. It promises mind-boggling and interactive art, art cars and several themed rooms. Every year there is a unique array of large-scale artwork created for this one special night.
21+ | $25 - $50 | 9pm - 3am
EyeHeartSF is back with the 2nd Annual Eye Heart Halloween celebration at the Longshoreman's Hall in the Marina. All tickets include access to a premium open bar and hours of party rocking music from local and up and coming DJs.
21+ | 9pm - 2am
Superstar electro house producer Wolfgang Gartner is bringing his Love & War Tour to the Warfield with up and comers Pierce Fulton and Popeska on the bill as support. With his massive new Love & War EP in addition to a set of fresh remixes, Wolfgang Gartner is sure to put on an epic show for his San Francisco fans.
All Ages | $28-$38 | 9pm
Step into the Haunted Manor as the dimmly lit lights flicker to a ceiling that vanishes, sometimes revealing the goblins and monsters that are suspended above. Every so often the room becomes pitch black as dreadful screams and laughter are heard, followed by the sound of bone chilling music. As the lights come back on, mysteriously the dance floor is packed with creatures of the night celebrating and socializing to the music of King Most and Young Guru (Jay-Z's tour DJ)!
21+ | $20-$30 | 9pm
The Westin Hotel on Market Street will be their 10th annual Halloween Massive with an all-star DJ lineup that's soon to be announced. You can bet the dance floor will be chock-full of costumed revelers getting their groove on and partying the night away.
21+ | $40-$50 | 9pm-2am
The Regency Building will be taken over as your senses indulge in absolute amazement by one of the most extravagant Halloween parties in San Francisco. Featuring a live performance from hip hop all-star Too Short, the event will go big with go go dancers, DJs and a full bar. Costumes are required at this party so be sure to dress to impress.
21+ | $35 | 9pm - 2am
YACHT is a Band, Belief System, and Business conducted by Jona Bechtolt and Claire L. Evans of Marfa, Texas and Portland, Oregon, USA. All people are welcome to become members of YACHT. Accordingly, YACHT is and always will be what YACHT is when YACHT is standing before you. Get down with the new wave rockers at Halloween costume party hosted at Mezzanine on Halloween Saturday.
21+ | $30 | 9pm
Prepare for a Nightmare on Howard St. at Temple Nightclub this Halloween Friday! You never know what you will find around the dark corridors on this night filled with scary fun, zombie burlesque, and creepy cocktail specials. Look out for prizes awarded to the top 20 costumes and sounds by PAUL HEMMING, JASWHO? and more!
21+ | $20-$40 | 9pm
Up and coming EDM producer and DJ Mr. White is set as the main headliner for the Wicked Circus Halloween celebration at the Grand. Featuring magic, music, mayhem and VIP bottle service for anyone who wants to go big, the Grand is sure to provide an epic party for anyone looking to get wild in SF on the Saturday before Halloween.
21+ | 9pm
This Halloween join supperclub and Tall sasha for a Trippy Journey to the DARK SIDE OF MOON. Enter through our psycho-delic-haunted hellway were glow in the dark neon clowns and creepy contortionists drip down the walls and greet you with hallucinogenic smiles and lava lamp inspired cocktails so strong that any traveling Halloween hippy should take warning.
21+ | $25 | 10pm
Get your Halloween Saturday started with the Haunted Halloween Extravaganza presented by Location415 and Darlye of 1st Fridays. DJ Hector and additional guest spin-jockeys will be on deck to provide the spooky soundtrack for the party, which will also include a costume content and a huge bar to keep you nice and lubricated.
21+ | $20 | 9pm-2am
The King Street Even Space is consistently popping off come New Years Eve and in 2012, the spot is blowing up with a Mega Halloween party that's sure to be epic! Expect 6 DJs, 4 areas, 3 dance floors, 2 levels and 1 amazing party.
21+ | $30-$50 | 8pm-2am
DJ Nathan Scott is bringing his signature sound to the W Hotel in San Francisco for the Haunted Hotel Halloween blow-out. With 2 floors and 3 rooms of music, along with a full bar and VIP bottle service for anyone who wants to go big, this is shaping up to be one of the SOMA's hottest parties of the weekend.
21+ | $40-$60 | 10pm
It's the spookiest, scariest Bootie ever! It's Halloween Booootie! And there couldn't be a better holiday to celebrate the grand opening of the newly-expanded DNA Lounge, which now has FOUR different rooms for your dancing pleasure! They've got free limited-edition Halloween Booootie CDs for the first 300 people, plus a Midnight Costume Contest, where they're giving away $200 cash prizes (and a trick-or-treat goody bag) for the best costume.
21+ | $20-$30 | 9pm
Yoshi's is getting into the Halloween game this year with their first annual Freaks & Beats Halloween Party featuring music from five of SF's best up and coming DJs that'll help you get your groove on with all the other costume revelers heading to Yoshi's. A full bar and spooky hors d'oveurs will be on hand to keep your engine running.
21+ | $10-$20 | 10pm
Get ready for one of the city's wildest and sexiest Halloween bashes with and all-star lineup of DJs: Traviswild, Slaptop, Jason Everett, and Ryan Lucero live on drums. These party rockers will be keeping the dancefloor bloody and romantic all night long! Wear your sexy and creative costume and prepare to rage. Harlot will be transformed with full visual production and over-the-top decor. Experience Harlot's massive sound system, fog, lasers, plus lots and lots of special surprises.
21+ | $30 | 9pm-3am
Get ready for some spooky nautical mayhem aboard the Cabernet Sauvignon Cruise Ship, departing from Pier 40 for a night of boozing, dancing and more. Enjoy Top 40s and house DJs with a 4 hour bar and complimentary snacks along the way. With 3 amazing floors and spacious decks, there'll be plenty of room to get down and freaky.
21+ | $79-$115 | 9pm-1am
Foreverland is a 14-piece tribute to one of the most well-known and beloved entertainers in the world: Mr. Michael Jackson. MJ lives on forever with Foreverland, elevating his music, inspiration and creativity to innovative new heights. You won't want miss this one-of-a-kind band, guaranteed to keep you on your feet and "thrill you tonight."
21+ | $22 | 8pm
Looking for a little bit of rock n' roll to help you get your Halloween groove on? Head to Rickshaw Stop for a night of music from Ghost & The City plus DJ Brother Grimm. Make sure to dress up in your scurriest costume to receive $2 discounted entry at the door.
All Ages | $10-$12 | 9pm
Disclosure @ The Independent
Hot UK garage duo, Disclosure is bringing their signature style of seductive and sexy electronica to The Independent for what's sure to be a dope night of music. Get stoked to party with the brothers Lawrence as Disclosure makes their debut appearance in San Francisco with fresh remixes and a collection of killer original dance tracks.
21+ | $20 | 9pm
Afrojack Halloween @ Ruby Skye
Ruby Skye will be transformed into a spooky Halloween wonderland as the massive nightclub prepares for a wicked celebration featuring superstar Dutch DJ Afrojack. With a new album in the works and fresh tracks ready for San Francisco, Afrojack is set to put on the most anticipated event on Halloween Wednesday.
21+ | $80 - $100 | 9pm - 2am
1015 Folsom's epic Halloween bash has been set with Flosstradamus performing a live headlining set alongside Pantha du Prince, An-Ten-Nae, Ana Sia, B. Bravo and more ridiculously talented DJs. With multiple rooms to get down, several bars and six straight hours of spooky Halloween fun, there's no better place to spend Halloween on Wednesday night - just plan on calling in "sick" on Thursday.
21+ | $20 - $25 | 10pm - 4am
No dream is ever just a dream... Your presence is requested for an evening of intrigue, mystery, fantasy and delicious encounters at the French Tuesdays Eyes Wide Shut Halloween Party. Expect a night-long odyssey where for one special night, you will conceal your true identity and seduce the crowd with your most creative and classy mask.
21+ | $25-$50 | 9pm
Halloween doesn’t get any better with the French super-star producer, Etienne de Crécy! He’s been making waves as a key figure of the international electronic scene since his 20’s, when he began to rise to the summit, cutting some of the world’s most influential electronic albums. Sinden and Nisus will be on hand for support at Mezzanine - you'd be crazy to miss this party.
21+ | $12 | 9pm
Make your Halloween a little classier with a visit to the Clift Hotel's Redwood Room for their 6th Annual Element Halloween Party. Slated as a "Retro Future Event" with DJ Miguel Migs spinning the soundtrack for the night, the Element Halloween Party is sure to be a swanky-good time.
21+ | 9pm - 2am
On October 31st, party like aristocracy and enjoy the company of other ghosts, ghouls, and things that go bump in the night. Let Trendy Lime be your Halloween date at the fabulously frightening Payne Mansion complete with music from DJ Playdoughboy, DJ Elvi and a super funky costume contest. Take risks, be bold, and express your inner self in an outrageously beautiful costume.
21+ | $35-$55 | 9pm
Mark your calendar for the Saints & Sinners Ball as SF's spookiest souls on Earth collide for one lavish Halloween party at San Francisco's exclusive Boutique Nightclub, Roe. The party will feature SF's top hip-hop, top 40, house DJs, costume contests and more, going strong until 2am.
21+ | $10 | 9pm-2am
The party producers behind the biggest pub crawls in the nation are headed to San Francisco this October for frighteningly drunken nights across the city. With stops in the Marina and Union Square, this is sure to be the biggest Halloween drink-a-thon in Norcal.
21+ | $5 | 12pm
Kirk Von Hammett Presents: A Day of the Dead @ Public Works
Metallica's Kirk Von Hammett presents a Day of the Dead/"Too Much Horror Business" book release event at Public Works on the day after Halloween. Wear your finest ghoulish and ghastly costumes to celebrate all things horror - Zombies, Burlesque Dancers, face painting, and special musical performances from Motion Potion, Judgement Day and Bay Area favorites Death Angel!
21+ | $10-$14 | 9pm
Dia de los Muertos
In San Francisco, Day of the Dead has been celebrated in the Mission district since the early 70s with art, music, performances and a walking procession, which help locals contemplate their existence and mortality -- a moment to remember deceased friends and family, and our connections beyond our immediate concerns.
All Ages | Free | 6pm-11pm
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