​A Halloween Party for Strange People Looking for Their People

​Making friends is hard. It doesn't need to be scary. But a little spooky never hurt.

​We're taking The Socially Haunted off the shelves and celebrating Halloween at Elaine's!

​Join us for a delightfully strange Halloween gathering filled with costumes, conversation, games, and the chance to meet some new people who might just be your kind of weird.

​Whether you're a horror lover, sci-fi fan, gamer, introvert, extrovert, artist, movie buff, fandom enthusiast, or someone simply looking to make new friends, there's a place for you here.

​And yes, coming alone is absolutely encouraged.

​We created The Socially Haunted for people who want to make new friends but aren't exactly thrilled by the idea of walking into a room full of strangers and figuring out what to say.

​This isn't networking.
It isn't speed dating.
There's no assigned reading.
And you definitely don't need to be good at small talk.

​It's Halloween, so costumes are highly encouraged! 🦇

​Go full horror icon, dress as your favorite fictional character, embrace your inner cryptid, or show up in something wonderfully weird. No costume? No problem. Come as you are (even if that's a little haunted).

​We'll have conversation starters, games, and easy ways to break the ice without the pressure of forced socializing. Participate as much or as little as you'd like. Grab a drink, admire everyone's costumes, strike up a conversation, and see where the night takes you.

​Love horror? Tell someone which movie actually scared you.

​Deep into sci-fi? Give us your most controversial take.

​Currently obsessed with a game, show, book, fandom, cryptid, niche internet rabbit hole, or something else nobody in your regular life wants to hear about anymore?

​Perfect. You've found your people.

​Bring a friend, bring your best costume, or come completely on your own. You never know who you'll meet among the living (or otherwise).

​Come for the Halloween party. Stay for the strange new friendships.

​Making friends is hard. It doesn't need to be scary. 👻🖤

​We will also bring a curated selection of books, gifts, and Hemlock & Hearth candles to shop!