“Haunted Halsted” at The Kit Kat Club”

Chicago’s most legendary Halloween celebration, the Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade & Costume Contest Festival, returns tonight — and this year’s celebration promises to be one for the ages. The festivities begin with the Haunted Halsted Parade at 7:30 p.m., recognized nationally as one of the country’s top Halloween events. The parade marches through the heart of Northalsted, the city’s most vibrant and inclusive neighborhood.

Immediately following, the celebration continues steps away at the dazzling new Kit Kat Club Chicago, 3524 N. Halsted Street, for the Halloween Extravaganza Drag Dinner — the most glamorous and entertaining Halloween party in town. Guests will arrive in jaw-dropping costumes to enjoy show-stopping drag performances, over-the-top martinis, and Kit Kat’s renowned dinner experience.

ABOUT THE PARADE
WHO:
•    Grand Marshal & Contest Host: Emmy Award–Winning Drag Superstar Raven
•    Featured at Kit Kat Club: Shantell D’Marco, Kinley Preston, and Kylee Hunter — Chicago’s most electrifying drag stars.

WHEN:
⦁ Haunted Halsted Parade: 7:30 p.m. (Halsted & Brompton)
⦁ Kit Kat Club Halloween Extravaganza Drag Dinner and Party, Friday & Saturday, October 31 & November 1
⦁ 6 PM to Closing
WHERE:
Kit Kat Club Chicago
3524 North Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60657
Reservations & tickets: KitKatChicago.com | (773) 525-1111

WHY COVER IT:
No one does Halloween like Chicago’s Northalsted neighborhood — and this year, all eyes are on the new Kit Kat Club, the stunning reincarnation of the legendary Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club. With its glamorous cabaret, Art Deco–inspired interiors, and star-studded performances, Kit Kat is the epicenter of Chicago’s Halloween nightlife.

EXPECT:
•    Hundreds of costumed revelers streaming in from the parade.
•    Live drag performances featuring Chicago favorites and nationally known queens.
•    Visual spectacle perfect for live coverage — lights, costumes, and crowd energy unmatched anywhere in the city.

VISUALS FOR BROADCAST:
•    Parade crowds in full costume
•    On-stage performances by drag headliners
•    Red-carpet arrivals and post-parade party atmosphere
•    Dramatic lighting, themed décor, and audience reactions

KIT KAT CLUB VISUAL HIGHLIGHTS — PERFECT FOR BROADCAST & SOCIAL COVERAGE:
👠 Entrances — Parade-goers and costumed guests making a dramatic entrance under glowing Halloween lights.
💄 Show-Stopping Drag Performances — Headliners Shantell D’Marco, Kinley Preston, and Kylee Hunter bring fierce glamour and theatrical flair to the stage.
🕯️ Art Deco Magic — The new Kit Kat Club’s elegant interior glows with cinematic lighting, a mirrored bar, and a nostalgic cabaret atmosphere.
🧛‍♀️ Costumes to Die For — Elaborate, over-the-top creations, from movie icons to couture-inspired fantasy looks.
🍸 Signature “Spooky-tinis” — Two handcrafted martinis included with each ticket, served tableside with flair.
🍽️ Three-Course Dining Drama — Elegant dinner service with dramatic presentation, including a starter, entrée choice, and show interludes.
🎤 Audience Interaction & Photo Moments — Performers engaging guests with wit, sass, and selfie-ready moments for live social sharing.
🕷️ Immersive Halloween Decor — Cobwebs, flickering candlelight, black lace, and neon shimmer — every corner is a photo op.
🎶 Cabaret Meets Club Vibe — A fusion of live performance, music, and nightlife energy that captures the spirit of Northalsted.
🌙 Post-Parade Energy — Revelers from the Haunted Halsted Parade flooding into the club, keeping the night alive until late.

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