Spooky Season in Alexandria: Haunted History & Festive Fun Near Creekside Village

Halloween season is creeping into Northern Virginia! If you are looking for festive entertainment, eerie history, or family fun, the historic streets of Alexandria offer some of the most atmospheric experiences in the country. Gather your family or roommates and check out these local activities.
 
Spooky Tours & Haunted Tales
 

• Original Ghost & Graveyard Lantern-Lit Tour: Walk through the cobblestone corridors of Old Town Alexandria guided by a costumed storyteller. You will hear spine-chilling local lore, revolutionary-war history, and ghost sightings under the classic glow of a lantern light.
• Haunted Legends of Carlyle House: Step onto the historic grounds of Carlyle House to hear eerie, researched accounts of unexplained occurrences and historic tragedies tied directly to this 1753 Georgian estate.
• Alexandria Halloween Bar Crawls: For the adult crowd, look for the popular local costume bar crawls hosted across Old Town and Del Ray, featuring drink specials, live music, and festive environments at community tavern locations.

 
Keep It Close to Home
 
If you want to keep celebrations simple, the ample outdoor courtyard spaces at Creekside Village Apartments are perfect for showing off your costumes with neighbors before heading out for a fun night of neighborhood trick-or-treating!