Halloween in the Hamptons

Although the summer jet-setters have mostly returned to their off-Long Island enclaves at this point, there are still plenty of parties happening around the East End. For those looking for some Halloween fun without having to head up-island (or for those looking for something to do in the Hamptons come the end of October), here are some get-togethers for your consideration:

To close the season, this especially-hip hotel and restaurant is doing its Halloween party on Saturday, Oct. 29, at 8 p.m. All attending should dress in scary holiday fashion, as the winner of the ‘Best Costume’ contest scores a free weekend stay. Guests can grab free bar food, as well as take on a “witches grog” brew while checking out live performances. There’s no cover, and furthermore rooms will be priced at $99 and $129 for the night.

Also set for Saturday, Oct. 29, starting at 9 p.m. this busy local pub will have a DJ on-hand to spin m(from 10 p.m.-2 a.m.), in addition to the buffet, prizes and drink specials scheduled for the night. Cover is $5 with costume, $10 without -- and don’t forget: the always-jumping Stephen Talkhouse is only a quick walk away, and on the same evening, bands Miles To Dayton (8 p.m.) and Celtic Cross (10 p.m.) are both playing for a $10 charge each.

Over in East Hampton, head down the alley into the Parrish Mews to this true scary night bash taking place on Oct.31. It all starts at 7 p.m. with drink specials ($5 well drinks and $5 drafts) and live music from Little Head Thinks. Be sure and wear a costume as $500 in cash prizes will go toward participating patrons (first prize is $300,  $125 for second place and $75 for third place); tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door (both include a drink ticket and food).

A drive up Rt.114 will take you to this Thai spot that parties every weekend, but come Saturday, Oct. 29, at 10:30 p.m. things are scheduled to kick into high gear with a costume contest (that starts at midnight) that will bring a $200 cash prize to the top guise, and a $100 Phao gift certificate to the first runner-up. Cover is $5 (watch the venue’s Facebook page for a soon-to-be-revealed password for free admission) and drink specials include $5 draft pints and shots of Sauza-brand tequila.