A fun guide to find Halloween parties for adults in downtown Chattanooga

Nobody will whisper "I smell children," the classic line from "Hocus Pocus," at Night of Fright: Spooktacular Gala when this party for adults is held at 901 Lindsay on Saturday night. But you just might see some partygoers costumed as the Sanderson Sisters since this party is inspired by the movie. Nobody will whisper "I smell children," the classic line from "Hocus Pocus," at Night of Fright: Spooktacular Gala when this party for adults is held at 901 Lindsay on Saturday night. But you just might see some partygoers costumed as the Sanderson Sisters since this party is inspired by the movie.

By Susan Pierce October 24, 2018 4 min read

Halloween isn’t just for little boys and ghouls. The National Retail Federation says 71.5 percent of America’s adults celebrate Halloween, spending a scary $9 billion – yes, with a B – on all things Halloween.

Nearly seven in 10 (69 percent) of adults responding to the Federation’s report said they plan to purchase or make a costume this Halloween. If you’re among them, here are some Halloween parties you should consider haunting. Bring your photo ID; you must be 21 or older if you plan to drink “boos.”

Halloween in the West Village

-Where: West Village, Eighth and Pine streets

-When: 4-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27