Halloween isn’t just for kids.
Whether it’s trick-or-treating, trunk-or-treating or fall festivals, there’s no shortage of events in the Cumberland County area that cater to children and families.
But there are plenty of organizations in the Fayetteville area that aim to ensure adults have just as much fun when the kids aren’t around.
From costume parties and haunted attractions to themed nights out, here’s a look at nine Halloween events geared toward grownups. While some are open to all ages, they’re designed with an older crowd in mind.
Aberdeen Fear Factory
The Aberdeen Fear Factory bills itself as the largest indoor haunt in North Carolina and features three attractions, including the main haunted house, the “techno-color terror” and zombie paintball. It’s not adult-only, but 16 is the recommended minimum age, and anyone under 16 must have a parent or legal guardian present.
- When: 7:30 p.m. to midnight Oct. 22-24 and Oct. 29-31
- Where: 10570 N.C. 211, Aberdeen
- Cost: Tickets range from about $22 to $64.
- More information: Visit aberdeenfearfactory.com for more information and to buy tickets.
Zombie Bar Crawl
For people 21 and older, Dad Bod District, North South Brewing Company and Gaston Brewing Company in downtown Fayetteville will host a bar crawl the week before Halloween. Zombie drinks will be served, and costumes are encouraged.
- When: Meet between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Oct. 23
- Where: Starting at Dad Bod Dive Bar, 444 W. Russell St., Fayetteville
- Cost: Free to participate; drinks available for purchase at each stop
- More information: facebook.com/events/1632615174901401
Slay All Day Murder Mystery Gala
Enjoy an interactive murder mystery complete with a drag show, costume contest, prizes and heavy hors d’oeuvres at Fayetteville Pride’s Slay All Day Murder Mystery Gala. Alcoholic beverages will be available for sale.
- When: 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 31
- Where: Arts XL, 214 Burgess St., Fayetteville
- Cost: Tickets range from $30 for a single ticket to $80 for a VIP couple ticket
- More information: For more information and to purchase tickets, visit fayettevillepride.org/tickets
Paddy’s: Haunted Halloween House Party
Paddy’s Haunted Halloween House Party kicks off with the interactive Killer Jokes: A Live Murder Mystery Show, which blends stand-up comedy, live theater and audience investigation. It’s followed by music from DJ EPIC in the club and THEM! Rockabilly Band in the pub. The event also includes drink specials, costumes and Jell-O shots.
- When: 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Oct. 31. Killer Jokes is from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and live music and DJ start at 10 p.m.
- Where: Paddy’s Irish Pub, 2606 Raeford Road, Fayetteville
- Cost: No cover before 9 p.m. on the pub side.
- More information: facebook.com/events/4632051567069219
Zombie Prom at Dirtbag
Break out your finest undead formalwear and enjoy live music, local food trucks and the crowning of a zombie king and queen at Dirtbag Ales’ Zombie Prom. The event is open to people 18 and older.
- When: 7 p.m. Oct. 31. The Phoebes Band plays from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., and the king and queen are crowned at 8 p.m.
- Where: Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom, 5435 Corporation Drive, Hope Mills
- Cost: Free
- More information: facebook.com/events/1439888828006882
Chaos Prom: A Halloween Event
Adults 21 and older can celebrate Halloween with a Chaos Prom at White Rabbit Pub, featuring a costume contest, karaoke and a DJ.
- When: Doors open at 4 p.m.; prom starts at 8 p.m.; and karaoke starts at 10 p.m. Oct. 31
- Where: White Rabbit Pub, 3030 Fort Bragg Road, Fayetteville
- Cost: Entry is free with a costume and is $5 without a costume after 8 p.m.
- More information: For more information and to buy tickets, visit eventbrite.com/e/chaos-prom-a-halloween-event-tickets-2002108821380
“Halloween 2”
Watch the 1981 “Halloween 2” for one night only.
- When: 9:30 p.m. Oct. 31
- Where: Cameo Art House Theatre, 225 Hay St., Fayetteville
- Cost: $15.80 including fees
- More information: Visit cameoarthouse.com for more information and to buy tickets.
We’re All MAD here! Halloween Party!
North South Brewing Company will host a mad scientist-themed party featuring music, a costume contest, beer and other “mysterious concoctions,” food from Dog Slingers and tricks and treats. Costumes are encouraged. The brewery will also host a Halloween tattoo flash event, with $31 pre-designed tattoos, from noon to 5 p.m. earlier that day.
- When: 6 p.m. Oct. 31
- Where: North South Brewing Company, 304 Williams St., Fayetteville
- Cost: Free admission
- More information: Visit facebook.com/events/28394726310154649 for party information and facebook.com/events/1648488583462186/ for tattoo event information.
CRU Halloween Mask Off
Enjoy $5 wing baskets, $10 fish plates and drink specials with a live DJ at CRU Lounge’s Halloween Mask Off Dress up for your chance to win prizes in the costume contest.
- When: 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Oct. 31
- Where: CRU Lounge, 114 Gillespie St., Fayetteville
- Cost: Reserve a booth via resy.com/cities/fayetteville-nc/venues/cru-fayetteville
- More information: Search for CRU Fayetteville on Facebook for more information.
Reporting by Beth Hutson, Fayetteville Observer / The Fayetteville Observer
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