ZOMBCON 2010

All Halloween weekend, ZomBcon is taking over the Exhibition Hall at Seattle Center with film festivals, panels, guest speakers, and special guests George A. Romero, Bruce Campbell, and Max Brooks. A complete schedule of events is available at www.zombcon.com. Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 305 Harrison St, 684-7200, 10 am—6 pm, $25 daily pass/$60 three-day pass.

FILMS THAT ATE OUR BRAINS

SIFF and 2010 ZomBcon present Films That Ate Our Brains, an all-weekend event featuring screenings of Dawn of the Dead, Resident Evil, Dead Alive, Army of Darkness with a special introduction by Ted Raimi, The Evil Dead with guest Bruce Campbell, and many more. SIFF Cinema, 321 Mercer St, www.zombcon.com, various times, $10—$20 for single screenings, $175 for an all-access pass (with extra admission to other ZomBcon events), all ages.

HALLOWEEN PRE-FREAK AT THE CROCODILE

With DJ Sean Cee, DJ 100Proof, a haunted house, drink specials before 11 pm, and Saw 3-D ticket giveaways and prizes. Crocodile, 2200 Second Ave, 441-7416, 9 pm, $10.

METAL MADNESS HALLOWEEN PARTY

With live music by Universal Measure, Death Valley Murder Squad, Darq Matter, Vs. World, and Vera Solaris. Get $2 off at the door if you're in costume. Tiger Lounge, 412 S Orcas St, 762-7357, 8:30 pm, $7/$5 in costume.

PROM NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY

From the creators of Fremont's Red, White, and Dead Zombie Walk. With music by 80s Invasion and DJ Paul V. Also featuring costume contests and special guests. Neumos, 925 E Pike St, 709-9467, 8 pm, $30 adv/$50 for two tickets.

COMEBACK! HALLOWEEN DEATH-DISCO

With speciald guests Reporter, Pony Boy, Colby B, Lady Bob, and more. Chop Suey, 1325 E Madison, 324-8005, 9 pm, $8 with costume/$10 without.

THE HALLOWEEN WEEKEND VARIETY SHOW

Hosted by Kalen Kerr of Big Wheel Bingo, with live performances by Iva Handfull, Airpocalypse, and more. Can Can, 94 Pike St, 652-0832, 7:30 and 10:30 pm, $10 standing/$40 general admission/$45 VIP.

BUMP 2010

Gay City's annual party features DJs Nastina, Michael Holden, and spaceotter, with performances by the Furthermore Collective, Paris Original, Waxie Moon, and Ben DeLaCreme. Best costume wins $1,000 cash. Proceeds benefit Gay City Health Project, the Seattle Men's Chorus, and the Seattle Women's Chorus. Showbox at the Market, 1426 First Ave, www.gaycity.org, $25—$60, 9 pm.

KISS HALLOWEEN TRIBUTE

With performances by Kiss tribute band Almost Human and Alice Cooper tribute band Devil's Food. Club Motor, 1950 First Ave S, www.kisshalloween.com, 8 pm, $10.

THIS IS HALLOWEEN!

Featuring Can Can Castaways, Nanda, Heavenly Spies, and a live soundtrack by Discs of Fury. Triple Door, 216 Union St, 838-4333, 7 and 10 pm, $20 adv/$25 DOS.

GLENN OR GLENNDA'S ANNUAL HALLOWEEN SHOW

Featuring Misfits cover band Glenn or Glennda, House of the Wild Hunt, Poop Attack!, and the Downstrokes. Funhouse, 206 Fifth Ave N, 374-8400, 9:30 pm, $7.

HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA AT THE CENTRAL

With a costume contest and music by Afraid of Figs and Super Adventure Club. Central Saloon, 207 First Ave S, 622-0209, 9 pm, $10.

METALWEEN

NadaMucho.com and Seattle Rock Guy present an evening of classic metal covers hosted by Metal Mike. Cafe Venus/Mars Bar, 609 Eastlake Ave, 624-4516, 8:30 pm, $8 adv/$10 DOS.

ZOMBCON 2010

All Halloween weekend, ZomBcon is taking over the Exhibition Hall at Seattle Center with film festivals, panels, guest speakers, and special guests George A. Romero, Bruce Campbell, and Max Brooks. A complete schedule of events is available at www.zombcon.com. Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 305 Harrison St, 684-7200, 10 am—6 pm, $25 daily pass/$60 three-day pass.

'EVIL DEAD' SCREENING WITH CAST IN ATTENDANCE

Bruce Campbell, the ladies of Evil Dead, Dennis Hicks, and Timothy Quill will be in attendance for this screening of Evil Dead, as part of ZomBcon. AMC Pacific Place, 600 Pine St, www.zombcon.com, 3 pm, $25 (includes limited edition poster), all ages.

THE OFFICIAL JÄGERMEISTER HALLOWEEN BASH

Three rooms of music with DJ Lifeguard, Disco Bee, Joey Roxville, and DJ Tre. Over $1,000 in cash and prizes for best costume. Last Supper Club, 124 S Washington St, 748-9975, 9 pm.

HALLOWS' EVE PSYCHOBILLY BALL

Includes a costume contest, zombie burlesque, drink specials, and live music by Deadbolt, the Chop Tops, Dragstrip Riot, and more. Club Motor, 1950 First Ave S, 623-3230, 8 pm, $15 adv/$20 DOS.

COME AS YOU AREN'T

The Skylark's annual Halloween cover show includes performances by M. Bison as Elliott Smith, Watch It Sparkle as the Doors, Noddy as the B-52s, Hotels as the Misfits, and many more. Skylark Cafe and Club, 3803 Delridge Way SW, 935-2111, 8 pm, free.

FIRST ANNUAL BIG MARIO'S HALLOWEEN PARTY AND LOOKALIKE CONTEST

"Dress up as Big Mario and win big prizes" including a $250 tab at Mario's. That's a lot of pizza. Big Mario's, 1009 E Pike St, 922-3875, 9 pm, free.

PROCESSION OF LOST SOULS COSTUME PARADE AND CONTEST

Show of your costume in a parade down Broadway! It starts at 7 pm at SCCC Plaza at Broadway and Pine and will head north to Republican Street. SCCC Plaza, Broadway and Pike, all ages, free more info here.

TALCUM SOULFUL HALLOWEEN PARTY

Presented by Emerald City Soul Club. Chop Suey, 1325 E Madison St, 324-8005, 9 pm, $5.

HALLOWEEN DISCO BALL

A "Thriller" lesson with Lou Henry Hoover starts at 8:30 pm. The Disco Ball with music by DJ Robb starts at 9:30 pm. You'll also be able to order food and beverages from the Tin Table. Century Ballroom's East Hall, 915 E Pine St, 342-7263, 8:30 pm, $10.

HALLOWEEN PARTY BENEFIT FOR YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION

With performances by Victory Shade, Sol, Grynch, and Kind of Blind. Vera Project, Seattle Center, 956-8372, 7:30 pm, $10, all ages.

METAL SHOP PRESENTS A HEAVY HALLOWEEN SHOW

With a Lesson in Chaos, Killing the Masses, After the Fallout, Solace in Black, and M.T.F. El Corazón, 109 Eastlake Ave E, 381-3094, 9 pm, $12 adv/$14 DOS, all ages.

THE ULTIMATE HALLOWEEN BASH

With music by Cool-Ade, DJ Jeromy Nail, and more. Also awarding over $4,000 in prizes for best, sexiest, most elaborate, and scariest costumes. Showbox at the Market, 1426 First Ave, 628-3151, 8 pm, $36.

BLACK LODGE'S HALLOWEEN PARTY

With live music by Wild Orchid Children, Past Lives, Triumph of Lethargy, and Strong Killings. Black Lodge, 9 pm, visit www.myspace.com/blacklodgemountain for information.

ROCK THE DEAD!

With live music by Plaster, Antique Scream, Imperial Legions of Rom, the Wrecked Chords, and more. Tiger Lounge, 412 S Orcas St, 762-7357, 9 pm, $7/$5 in costume.

HALLOWEEN PARTY WITH REWIND

The High Dive presents an evening with Rewind. High Dive, 513 N 36th St, 632-0212, 9:30 pm, $10.

RAT & RAVEN'S HALLOWEEN PARTY

The party's on the upstairs patio with DJ Martini, DJ Punish, and a midnight costume contest with cash prizes. The Rat & Raven, 5260 University Way, 524-3166, 9 pm.

ROCK 'TIL YOU'RE DEAD HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY

With DJ Terry Radjaw of Mad Rad. Cash prizes for best rock-star-inspired attire. There will also be dance contests and a "Moonwalk moment." Hard Rock Cafe, 116 Pike St, 204-2233, 10 pm, free.

THE 14TH ANNUAL FREAKNIGHT

With a DJ set by Lil Jon and performances by Steve Aoki and Infected Mushroom. Also featuring fire dancers, circus acts, aerialists, and more. WaMu Theater, 800 Occidental Ave S, www.freaknightfestival.com, 8 pm, $50 adv/$60 DOS, 16+/with full bar for 21+.

SEDITIOUS SPIRIT-RAISING SOIREE

This benefit for Radical Women features a costume contest, no-host bar, and dancing. Dinner will be served for $10. New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S, 722-6057, 7:30 pm, $5 donation.

THE DARK CHAMBER OF OZ BENEFIT HALLOWEEN BALL

Presented by Seattle Museum of Mysteries with DJs, bands, costumes, and refreshments. Seattle Museum of Mysteries, 954 E Union St, 328-6499, 8 pm, $5, all ages.

HELLACIOUS HALLOWEEN PARTY

The costume contest starts at 10:30 pm, judging starts at 12:30 am, and the grand prize is two round-trip tickets to Las Vegas. Belltown Pub, 2322 First Ave, 448-6210, 10 pm.

THE HALLOWEEN WEEKEND VARIETY SHOW

Hosted by Kalen Kerr of Big Wheel Bingo, with live performances by Iva Handfull, Airpocalypse, and more. Can Can, 94 Pike St, 652-0832, 7:30 pm, $10 standing/$40 general admission/$45 VIP.

THE LOVE MARKETS HALLOWEEN SHOW

The Love Markets present a special Halloween show with "carnivalesque waltzes, creepy tangos, songs about whores, gays, and sailors," and more. With a costume contest and prizes. Can Can, 94 Pike St, 652-0832, 10:30 pm, $10 standing/$40 general admission/$45 VIP.

HALLOWEEN MATINEE AT THE COMET

With performances by the Bloody Muffs, the Coloffs, and Si Si Si. Comet, 922 E Pike St, 322-9272, 4 pm, $5.

COMET'S HALLOWEEN PARTY

After the matinee show, the Comet has another Halloween party with Kiss tribute band Almost Human, Black Sabbath tribute band Hand of Doom, Red Liquid, and more. Comet, 922 E Pike St, 322-9272, 8 pm, $7.

THIS IS HALLOWEEN!

Featuring Can Can Castaways, Nanda, Heavenly Spies, and a live soundtrack by Discs of Fury. Triple Door, 216 Union St, 838-4333, 7 and 10 pm, $20 adv/$25 DOS.

A SPECIAL HALLOWEEN AT VITO'S

Vito's hosts a Halloween party featuring music by Vicidomini 3. Vito's, 927 Ninth Ave, 397-4053, 9 pm, free.

HALLOWEEN HOT FLASH

With cash prizes for best nontraditional vampire and modern-day pin-up costumes. Neighbours, 1509 Broadway, www.hotflashdances.com, 6 pm, $10.

BOLLYWOOD HALLOWEEN BASH

Featuring DJ Aanshul and DJ VJ on Bollywood, giveaways, candy, a costume contest. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to CRY (Child Rights and You). Crocodile, 2200 Second Ave, 441-7416, 9 pm, $15 adv/$18 DOS.

HALLOWEEN AT THE HUNTER GATHERER LODGE

With a celebrity Halloween costume contest ($500 cash prize for best costume) and music by DJs Sean Cee and Soul One. Hunter Gatherer Lodge, 722 E Pike St, 328-7666, 9 pm.

HALLOWEEN HIJINX AT PONY

With DJs Porq and Nark, guest stars Ade and Ben DeLaCreme, a costume contest at midnight, zombie go-go dancers, and a mystery live musical guests from beyond the grave. Pony, 1221 E Madison St, 324-2854, 9 pm, free.

HALLOWEEN AT CONOR BYRNE

With music by Illicit Jug Cartel, God's Favorite Beefcake, Toy Box Trio, and the Gore-lesque Girls. Conor Byrne, 5140 Ballard Ave NW, 784-3640, 9 pm, free.

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY AT CUFF

With DJ Kimberly S. Cuff Complex, 1533 13th Ave, 323-1525, 9 pm.

ROCK YOU DEAD HALLOWS' EVE HELL RIDE

With Spiderface, the Braindead, Pistol Whipped Prophets, and appearances by Gore Gore Girls and Pure Circus. Studio Seven, 110 S Horton St, 1-800-992-TIXX, 8 pm, $10 adv/$12 DOS, all ages.

HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA AT CENTRAL SALOON

Featuring a costume contest and live music by Chyeah Chyeah, Tip to Base and Ghost Town Riot. Central Saloon, 207 First Ave S, 9 pm, $5.

ZOMBCON 2010

All Halloween weekend, ZomBcon is taking over the Exhibition Hall at Seattle Center with film festivals, panels, guest speakers, and special guests George A. Romero, Bruce Campbell, and Max Brooks. A complete schedule of events is available at www.zombcon.com. Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 305 Harrison St, 684-7200, 10 am—5 pm, $25 daily pass/$60 three-day pass.

20TH ANNUAL HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST

The costume contest starts at 9:30 pm with $1,000 going to the grand-prize winner. Hosted by Robbie Turner as Lady Gaga. Broadway Grill, 314 Broadway E, 328-7000, 9 pm, free.

'THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW'

Costumes, props, and audience participation are strongly encouraged. Table service, food, and drinks will be provided by the Tin Table. Century Ballroom's West Hall, 915 E Pine St, 324-7263, 7 pm, free.

FIRST ANNUAL BIG MARIO'S HALLOWEEN PARTY AND LOOKALIKE CONTEST

"Dress up as Big Mario and win big prizes" including a $250 tab at Mario's. That's a lot of pizza. Big Mario's, 1009 E Pike St, 922-3875, 9 pm, free.

THRILLER PARTY AT PLUM BISTRO

Featuring DJ T Top, Prince vs. Michael, food, and drink specials. Plum Bistro, 1429 12th Ave, 838-5333, 10 pm, free.

HELL NIGHT: THE OFFICIAL KUBE 93 FM HALLOWEEN PARTY

With DJ Precision, DJ Tre, drink specials, and a costume contest. Fusion Ultra Lounge, 722 NE 45th St, 774-9296, $15 adv by texting MADSKILLS to 68398/$20 DOS.

TREATS & SWEETS IN COLUMBIA CITY

Several business in Columbia City are participating in a neighborhood trick-or-treat event with costume contests, games, candy, and photography. Participating business will be displaying orange and black balloons. Columbia City, Rainier Ave S, 3:30—6 pm, free, all ages.

FUNHOUSE'S SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY AND PUNK-ROCK COSTUME CONTEST

With live music by the Hooks, Hard Fall Hearts, Can't Complain, and more. Funhouse, 206 Fifth Ave N, 374-8400, 9 pm, $6.

SCREAM DREAMS 2 COSTUME AND LINGERIE PARTY

Featuring performances by DJ Peg, Young Fast, Heath Real, and Glow Medina. With giveaways, "sexy games," raffles, and cash prizes for best costumes. VIP booths available. The Dahlak Restaurant and Bar, 2007 S State St, 227-5315, 9 pm, $15 before 11 pm/$10 after.

TILTED THUNDER RAIL BIRDS' PUB FRIGHT NIGHT

Costume contest sign-ups start at 7 pm, the contest begins at 8 pm. There is a $2 entry fee and proceeds will be donated to Tilted Thunder Rain Birds. Skylark Cafe and Club, 3803 Delridge Way SW, 935-2111, 7 pm, free.

HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE HIGH DIVE

With performances by Queen Bitch (a tribute to David Bowie) and Talking Dead (a tribute to the Talking Heads). High Dive, 513 N 36th St, 632-0212, 8 pm, $7.

FREE ICE CREAM AT BLUE BIRD

All costumed kids that visit Blue Bird Ice Cream this Halloween will get a free scoop of ice cream when their parents purchase a regularly-priced scoop. Just say "trick-or-treat" to the cashier. Bluebird Ice Cream 1205 E Pike St, 588-1079, noon-10 pm.

ORCHESTRE L'POW! HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TEASE

Live burlesque, music by the Moonspinners, prizes for best costume, and more. Can Can, 94 Pike St, 652-0832, 8 pm, $10 with costume/$15 without.

ORKESTRA ZIRKONIUM AT THE CAN CAN

A live performance by the "Balkan-influenced drum 'n' bass madness that is Orkestra Zirkonium." Can Can, 94 Pike St, 652-0832, 10:30 pm, $5.

THIS IS HALLOWEEN!

Featuring Can Can Castaways, Nanda, Heavenly Spies, and a live soundtrack by Discs of Fury. Triple Door, 216 Union St, 838-4333, 7 and 10 pm, $20 adv/$25 DOS.

ALL-AGES HALLOWEEN SHOW AT CLUB MOTOR

With In Cahoots, Master Mahan, Bread and Circus, Ocean of Algebra, and many more. Club Motor, 1950 First Ave S, 632-3230, 6 pm, $7 if under 21/$5 if over 21.

SLASHACRE FEATURING 'A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 4: THE DREAM MASTER'

Andras Jones and members of the Beta Society will be providing live commentary during the film. Blood Squad will host a live horror film based on audience suggestions beforehand. Central Cinema, 1411 21st Ave, 686-6684, 8 pm, $10 adv/$12 DOS.

HALLOWEEN WITH LOTUS

The Showbox presents Lotus with special guest Mux Mool. Showbox at the Market, 1426 First Ave, 628-3151, 8 pm, $15 adv/$20 DOS.

HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY WITH THE TEMPERS

The Tempers celebrate the release of their new record with a Halloween party and costume contest featuring more music by DJ Res and DJ Jusofine. Hosted by Anita Snak. Chop Suey, 1325 E Madison St, 324-8005, 8 pm, $10 adv/$12 DOS.

HEAVEN OR HELL HALLOWEEN BASH WITH VINCE NEIL

With Vince Neil and music by the New Originals. Snoqualmie Casino, 37500 SE North Bend Way, 425-888-12234, 7 pm, $20 adv/$30 DOS, 7 pm.

HALLOWEEN WITH STEEL PANTHER

Celebrate Halloween at the Showbox Sodo with Steel Panther and Virgin. Showbox Sodo, 1700 First Ave S, 628-3151, 8 pm, $20 adv/$25 DOS.

THE WORLD'S SPOOKIEST TEA DANCE

With DJs El Toro and Teabag, a costume contest, drink specials, bobbing for oysters, zombie go-go dancers, and more! Pony, 1221 E Madison St, 324-2854, 4 pm, free.

HALLOWEEN 2010 AT STUDIO SEVEN

With Star Fucking Hipsters, Cyanide Destruct, Sledgeback, Vile Display of Humanity, and the Americommies. Studio Seven, 110 S Horton St, 1-800-992-TIXX, 6:30 pm, $8 adv/$10 DOS, all ages.

This article has been updated since its original publication.