Del Ray's Trail of Dreadful Delights

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!