Get your costumes ready it is that time of year again, Halloween. Halloween falls on the weekend this year so there are many events happening within NYU Shanghai and the greater Shanghai community. This is just a short-curated list of some of the interesting events happening around Shanghai however pretty much all clubs and restaurants are throwing some type of Halloween. So get your costume ready and enjoy the night! Here is a list of the best events happening in the city:Carnival of the Dead 7-9pm October 31 @ NYU Shanghai Academic BuildingStart your night off right by celebrating Halloween with the NYU Shanghai community. The event is sure to not disappoint with the Haunted House, Costume Fashion Show, and much more. It is a great place to showcase your costume, have some screams and fun all in one place. A convenient stop on your way to pick up some friends before heading off to the festivities in Puxi. Just take one of the convenient shuttle buses to the AB so after the festivities you can continue your night. Boxing Cat Annual Halloween Bash8pm-1am October 30 @ Boxing Cat BreweryKnown for their amazing comfort food and artisanal beer. Boxing Cat Brewery is throwing a ‘Hallowing’ with guest DJ Press Play and for 150 rmb free flow house pours, wine, and their craft beer. This is a great place to grab dinner and pre-game a little before continuing your Friday night. The BCB’s Burger Masterpiece and the Lazy Man Friend Chicken and Mac are sure to not disappoint and fill you up. http://www.smartshanghai.com/event/38643Trick or Treat, Behind the Secret Door10pm October 30 @ MansionThe infamous Mansion is throwing their very own Halloween party. Featuring underground DJs from around the world spinning rave and techno house party. This event is sure to draw a unique and eclectic crowd which could get interesting on especially on Halloween. Cover is 100 rmb with 5 drinks.http://www.smartshanghai.com/event/38713ShanghaiLGBT Halloween Pub Crawl 20158pm October 316 venues, all with free entry, free shots, drink deals and gifts, all of this for 180 rmb. The pub crawl starts 8pm and goes until late with buses transporting the party people from venue to venue. This is sure not to disappoint.http://www.smartshanghai.com/event/38494Basement6 Haunted House7pm October 31 @ Basement6This literally underground art gallery will be converting the cellar into a Haunted House. The space is known for hold alternative and off-beat events so this haunted house is sure not to disappoint. This best part is there is no cover charge!http://www.smartshanghai.com/event/38721Hotpot HalloweenThe posh Parisian club is throwing their own Halloween party featuring Beijing DJ Wordy. Expect to the music to be hip-hop and top 40. There is no cover but a strict dress code is enforced and don’t be surprised if you have to wait in line as the place gets very busy. http://www.smartshanghai.com/event/38655 This article was written by Abel Hegyes. Send an email to [email protected] to get in touch. Photo Credit: Robert Engberg