If you’re too old for trick-or-treating, check out one of these great Halloween parties around the United States.
Haunted Happenings, Salem
What better party to go than the place where the Salem Witch Trials took place? In addition to the Halloween Ball and haunted houses, there’s a mock trial of Bridget Bishop, a woman who was actually sentenced to execution for being a witch.
Las Vegas Halloween
If Las Vegas isn’t colorful enough for you at other times of the year, head there for Halloween. The best place to go is Circus Circus, completely transformed into a complex of haunted houses and rides.
Fantasy Fest, Key West
Less of a Halloween party and more like Mardi Gras, Fantasy Fest is a 10-day celebration that includes a parade, costumes, body painting, drag queen contests and bar hopping.
New Orleans Halloween
New Orleans has several celebrations going on depending on what you’re looking for. People with kids usually go to Boo at the Zoo, while revelers and the LGBT community are hanging out in the French Quarter, were a portion of the proceeds are donated to AIDS research.
Village Halloween Parade, New York City
This longstanding New York tradition has been going on since 1974. Not for the faint of heart, the street pageant is known for having wild and risqué costumes.
West Hollywood Halloween Carnival, Los Angeles
Every Oct. 31, 500,000 people gather on Santa Monica Boulevard for the world’s largest Halloween street party, usually attended by A-list Hollywood celebrities.
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