Guide to the Halloween Nightlife

Halloween Night

Michelle Carnes painting Krysta Cook at a recent Ser la Muse performance (photo by Will Bucquoy)

Wednesday, Oct. 31
River Theater Halloween Ball: Ser la Muse freakishly delights as the opening to a mystical Halloween night of art, dancing, music by Melvin Seals & JGB, costume contest, and a few more haunting enchantments. 8 p.m. 21-plus. $25. River Theater. 16135 Main St., Guerneville. g-a-entertainment.com

Photo Gallery: Ser la Muse

Wednesday, Oct 31
Trick & Treats Dance Party: Kraddy (founding member of Glitch Mob before going solo) brings his hip-hop/dubstep/dancehall to the Phoenix, opened by Dynamics. Following is a free After Party for 21-plus in downtown Petaluma. Show is All Ages. $17/$20. 8 p.m. – 12 a.m. 201 Washington St., Petaluma. thephoenixtheater.com

Wednesday, Oct 31
Halloween Open Mic: Costumes are encouraged for this showcase of talent. At 10:15 is local band Ghoul and the Gang. Free. 6 p.m. Aubergine. 755 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol. auberginebarandcafe.com

Wednesday, Oct 31
GLOW Halloween Party: Grab the neon for a black light and costume party, pong tourney, and Halloween night fun. 18-plus. $10 for 21-plus (includes tournament entry and drink token), $15 for 18-plus. 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Mavericks. 397 Aviation Blvd., Santa Rosa. maverickssantarosa.com

Be sure to check out John Beck’s guide to the local Halloween club scene, as well as our guide to family-friendly unspooky fun for the little ones.  For a complete list of Halloween articles, visit 707.pressdemocrat.com/holidays.