Fun Halloween Goings-On at DC-Area Kimpton Hotels (Updated)
From Kimpton:
Doggie Happy Howloween Costume Contest: Two-and-four-legged guests are encouraged to don their best Halloween getups in front of a judge panel at this event benefiting the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Prizes will be awarded to the best owner/dog couple, the most glamorous canine, and the overall “top dog.” (Hotel Monaco Alexandria/Jackson 20, 5-8 p.m., Oct. 29)
Pumpkin Carving Contest: Five years running, the annual Pumpkin Carving Contest has proven to be a sure-fire “gourd” time. With the Helix Lounge providing pre-scooped pumpkins, carving tools and great prizes, all patrons will need to bring are creative ideas and a steady hand. (Helix Lounge, 6-8 p.m., Oct. 27)
Yelloween Bash: Topaz Bar invites Washingtonians to add a little color to their Halloween celebration, by attending the “Yelloween Bash,” sponsored by Veuve Clicquot’s Yellow Label. At the event, guests can enjoy tarot card readings, a costume contest and complimentary Veuve Clicquot champagne with hors d’oeuvres. (Topaz Bar, 5-10 p.m., Oct. 31)
Vampire Ball Costume Party: It’s official - the nation has been bit by the vampire craze, and this Halloween, Washingtonians can celebrate their other-worldly fascination in style at Helix Lounge’s Vampire Ball. Patrons can don their favorite vampire-inspired costume for prizes, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and specialty cocktails. (Helix Lounge, 6 p.m. – 2 a.m., Oct. 31)
“R.I.P.” Rate: No matter what your Halloween plans are, the best way to end the night is at a Kimpton hotel. Trick-or-treaters and party-goers alike are welcomed to “Rest In Peace”, with drop-dead prices starting as low as $99. The RIP Rate is only available Halloween weekend, and includes a late check-out for those who are dead asleep the next morning. (Available Oct. 30-31 at Kimpton’s 12 DC-area hotels and the newly opened Hotel Monaco Baltimore.)
Poste “Ghost Roast” — Saturday, October 31st 6:30 p.m. Chef Robert Weland and Poste will celebrate fall and Halloween with a special Poste Ghost Roast. The menu will feature:
- Warm 8th Street Market Mulled Cider
- Appetizer: Pumpkin Soup and Salad: foie gras, red onion marmalade, toasted pumpkin seeds paired with: The Linus: Roasted local pumpkin, Flor de Cana 7 year old rum, Bacardi coco, touch of milk, dusted with nutmeg
- Entrée: Wood Roasted Capretto (Baby Goat) served with Anson Mills creamy polenta and charred Brussels sprouts paired with: Post Road Pumpkin Ale, Brooklyn Brewing Co.
- Dessert: Goat Cheese Cheesecake: concord grapes and concord grape sorbet paired with: Wolffer Late Harvest Chardonnay, Sagaponack, NY, 2007
- Parting Gift: Red Wine Caramel Apples and Homemade Petit Fours All guests are encouraged, but not required to wear a Halloween costume. A five-course chef’s tasting for two will be awarded to the guest with the best costume of the evening. Cost for the roast with pairings is $45 exclusive of tax and gratuity. Space is limited (30 seats total) and reservations are required. For reservations and for more information contact Stacy Nemeth at (202) 449-7062 or stacy.nemeth@postebrasserie.com
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