A Spooktacular Halloween in Astoria

Happy almost Halloween Astorians!  As I usually do, I've prepared a menu of festive Halloween to-dos happening in and around Astoria.  It's great that the celebration falls on a Saturday this year, which means tons of fun parties, drinks specials and costume fun.  And just in case you're wondering, that's a picture of me in my friend Moses' Freddy mask.  Thought it made my Bond Girl outfit a little zestier.  Whatever you end up doing, hope it's spooktacular!

Cavo - The celebration starts early this year and you can either come by on Thursday, Friday or Saturday.  Each night promises a different style of music and costume fun - including Friday and Saturday night costume contests with some really great prizes including $1,000 in cash.  42-18 31st Ave, Astoria, NY 11103. 718.721.1001

The Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden also isn't wasting any time when it comes to Halloween fun.  Every night this week, they're having a Jack O'Lantern contest.  The winners of all five nights then compete on Sunday to see who'll take home a $250 cash prize.  Drinks specials such as a $20 Tasters Special go from 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.  29-19 24th Avenue, Astoria NY 11102.  718.274.4925

Studio Square Beer Garden - A big Fear Garden party is in store on Saturday night, complete with a live DJ, costume contest and fabulous cash prizes.  They'll be featuring shot specials all night.  If you're interested, there will be another party sponsored by Gooth magazine upstairs in their private event space. Enjoy the party hop!  35-33 36th Street, Astoria NY 11106.  718.383.1001

Ovelia's annual Halloween ball starts at 11 p.m. on Saturday with no cover and plenty of good music and costume eye candy.  Order a yummy nibble while at the bar, especially their homemade Greek dips.  34-01 30th Avenue, Astoria NY 11103. 718.721.7217

Sunswick is hosting an unusual albeit intriguing Suns Wicked Haunted Dungeon Ball on Saturday night, starting at 9:00 p.m. $5 will get you in, as well as award you with a free shot and a look-see of the haunted dungeon.  $4 pints of Witches Brew will also be served.  Get ready! 35-02 35th Street, Astoria NY 11106.  718.752.0602

Cafe Bar's Halloween party is on Friday night.  Come in costume and enjoy their Happy Hour from 11 p.m. - 1 a.m. with $4 beers, mixed drinks and house liquor specials.  $6 pumpkin martinis will also be served. 32-90 36th Street, Astoria NY 11106. 718.204.5273

Mojave is also fun to check out on special occasions such as this one. Costumes are encouraged and they'll be featuring drinks specials. The food offering will remain as is, which is always delicious.  22-36 31st Street, Astoria NY 11105. 718.545.4100

5 Napkin Burger is doing something totally different on Halloween day with a 50's High School theme. You'll not only hear 50's music but you can choose from a variety of burger and sushi specials, as well as a festive pouring of Captain Lawrence Pumpkin Ale.  35-01 36th Street, Astoria, NY 11106. 718.433.2727

Astoria Brewhouse never misses a beat when it comes to a good party.  Their Friday night costume contest will be in full swing, along with karaoke and plenty of drinks specials.  28-50 31st Street, Astoria NY 11102. 718.728.0050

Cream Bakery - If you're looking for something sweet, make sure you check out Cream Bakery's Halloween themed cupcakes in various flavors such as vanilla, banana, red velvet and more.  They sport fun designs such as a marshmallow pumpkin face, candy corn and more.  31-78 Steinway Street, Astoria NY 11103.  718.545.3800