Guide to the Halloween Nightlife

Ashley Clementz of Cotati joined about twenty-five zombies who took to the streets of downtown Petaluma for Copperfield Book’s 2011 “Zombie Walk.” This year’s walk takes place on Saturday, October 27.  (photo by Crista Jeremiason/PD)

The tricks and treats aren’t just for the kids, there’s plenty of adult fun to be had. Check out the parties, mischief, and spooky fun in the days leading up to Halloween.

Saturday, Oct. 27
Halloween Hafla: Belly dancers gather for a splashy show of hip swiveling revelry. Come in costume to join in the celebration. $10. 6 p.m. Glaser Center. 547 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa. facebook.com/troupedancejourney

photo by Kimberly Bermender

Saturday, Oct. 27
Resurrection Roller Girls: Watch as these sultry sisters come to life on the rink in a combat between the Cinderollas and the Combustin’ Betties. Come in costume for a free raffle ticket. Pre-show Jr. Bout 6 :30 p.m., Main Bout 8 p.m. $15, kids 5-12 $5. Cal Skate. 6100 Commerce Blvd., Rohnert Park. resurrectionrollergirls.org

Saturday, Oct. 27
Halloween Scavenger Hunt: Grab a digital camera and a team of 2-3 people for a Relay for Life event that has you capturing photos of hunt items for cash prizes and raising money for American Cancer Society. 2 p.m. $20 in costume, $40 without. Roseland Creek Elementary. 1683 Burbank Ave., Santa Rosa. http://bitly.com/RTSBvP

Saturday, Oct 27
Monster Mash Halloween Bash: Dress as your favorite anything, but make sure it’s good. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 3 costumes. Dance party energized by DJ Stevie B. The Rocks Bar & Lounge. 146 Kentucky St., Petaluma. therocks146.com

Saturday, Oct. 27
Queercoming: The 6th annual LGBTQQI youth event embraces the theme of “Marry the Night”, inspired by by the extravagant costumes and persona of Lady Gaga. Costumes encouraged (though maintain appropriate dress – while creativity and expression are encouraged, private parts must be kept private). Meat dresses are not encouraged. Substance free event. Ages 14-24, ID required. $15-$20. 7:30-11 p.m. Monroe Hall. 1400 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa. posimages.org

Saturday, Oct. 27
Zombie Party: Wear your ghastliest ensemble and become a part of the undead who will feast on ghoulish food, and enjoy music, Zombie Zin, door prizes, costume contest, and more. 12-5 p.m. 21-plus. $15. Chateau Diana Winery. 6195 Dry Creek Rd., Healdsburg. chateaud.com

Saturday, Oct. 27
Halloween Bash: Aqus Cafe is throwing their annual Halloween extravaganza at the Phoenix Theatre, with entertainment by the Pulsators and a contest and prizes for the best rock star performance. $10 entry. 21-plus. 201 Washington St., Petaluma. halloweenbashpetaluma.com

Saturday, Oct. 27
Halloween Costume Party: Last Day Saloon is throwing a contest for best costume while featuring bands Ruckatan, Room of Voices with Mingo Lewis, and DJ Smokey Rose. 8:30 p.m. $12/$15. 21-plus. 120 Fifth St., Santa Rosa. lastdaysaloon.com

photo courtesy of Healdsburg Half Marathon

Saturday, Oct. 27
Halloween Half Marathon: Healdsburg’s annual run through wine country is not only a race to the finish, but an annual costumed spectacle you won’t want to miss. Only a few spots left. More info at runhealdsburg.com.

Saturday, Oct 27
Russian River Halloween Party: Dress up and party with Wild Card Belly and the Pat Jordan Band at a benefit for Sutter Breast Care Center. 8-11:30 p.m. Russian River BRewing Co. 725 4th St., Santa Rosa. russianriverbrewing.com

Saturday, Oct 27
Cirque de Sebastopol: The 5th annual Halloween event at Hopmonk has dueling genres creating a fantastic night of music, with live folk music by The Jug Dealers and The Easy Leaves in the Barnyard, and heavy bass beats by dubstepping Nit Grit in the Abbey. $20 Barnyard, $30 Abbey. 8 p.m. 21-plus. 230 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol. hopmonk.com

Saturday, Oct 27
Dead Wonderland Halloween: The hip hop funk party at Aubergine features Z-Man, RadioActive, DJ Change B, DJ Beset, Mad Cow Bombers, Decomposers, and more. 755 Petaluma Ave., Sebastopol. auberginebarandcafe.com

Saturday, Oct. 27
Spooky Spancky’s: The Cotati bar gets ghoulish with an All Hallow’s Eve party featuring Counterbalance and a costume contest at midnight for a $100 prize. $5 cover. 8201 Old Redwood Hwy., Cotati. spanckysbar.com

Saturday, Oct. 27
Flamingo Fright Night: Enjoy a spooky night of revelry with a costume contest, live music by Groove Foundation, and dancing all night long. 9 p.m. $10. 21-plus. 2777 Fourth St., Santa Rosa. flamingoresort.com

Saturday, Oct 27
Bump in the Night: From scary to sexy, dress to impress for this costume party blow out bash with DJ Tonyton & Truthlive. Early arrival suggested. 9:30 p.m. 21-plus. Society Culture House. 528 7th St., Santa Rosa. facebook.com/societyculturehouse

Sunday, Oct. 28
Something scary…: The World’s Biggest Comedy Duo performs grisly improv with ghastly effects in a night of chilling comedy, a prize filled costume contest, and spook-tacularly wacky illusions. 13-plus. $14/general, $10/student. 6th Street Playhouse. 52 W. 6th Street, Santa Rosa. www.worldsbiggest comedyduo.com

Sunday, Oct. 28
Sebastopol Copperfield’s Zombie Walk: The 3rd year for this annual event brings the undead out in the open for a foot dragging parade, ending with prizes and treats at the store (sorry, no brains will be available for comsumption). 11 a.m. Free. All ages. 138 N. Main St., Sebastopol. copperfieldsbooks.com

Oct 29-31
Paranormal Activity LIVE: This theater performance brings to life some really spooky happenings – so freaky that no one under 13 is allowed to enter, and you might not sleep for weeks afterwards. Free admission. 7:30-10:30 p.m. nightly. 2800 Cleveland Ave., Santa Rosa.

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.