There are Halloween parties, and then there is the
Central West End Halloween Party. The all-day outdoor celebration starts at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 26, with a kids' costume party and parade, led this year by Cinderella and her magical carriage. At 1 p.m. the costume parade for dogs and their people starts, and then general revelry continues until 6 p.m. when the adults-only party begins. The big event is the costume contest, which always features the most creative and inspired costumes in the city because $6,000 in cash and prizes is up for grabs to the best of the best in various categories. Competing in the adult contest costs $25 for individuals and $50 for groups (cash only), but entry to the event is free. The CWE Halloween Party is centered on the intersection of Maryland and Euclid avenues (
www.cwescene.com). Pretty much all the neighborhood restaurants and businesses participate in one way or another, so bring your party money to ensure a good time.