Irvington is one of those neighborhoods that loves Halloween — and not just in October. April 26, 2025 marks the half-way point to the 79th Annual Halloween Festival, and that alone is enough for a couple of celebrations.
On April 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Playground Productions Studio, Monsterz Inc. and The Magick Candle will host the first ever Half-O-Ween at the Coal Factory Complex at 5529 N Bonna Ave #10. There will be lots of activities, local adult beverages, and food trucks. Events include:
• Irvington’s Got Talent audience judged talent show w/ prizes
• Monsterz Inc Fashion Show w/ costume designer Jess West (featured on Hulu’s Dress My Tour)
• Psychic readings by Magick Candle with proceeds going to Gaia Works (local non-profit food pantry that feeds the elderly)
• Costume contest judged by Jess West w/ prizes
• Vendor Village
The event is and for all ages. Come dressed in your best costume if you’d like!
Then, the Historic Irvington Community Council will host Beastside Brewfest, a 21-and-over brawl of breweries for Best Beer and cast your vote for Attendee Favorite. Beastside Brewfest will be on April 26 from 7-10 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Enjoy endless samples of amazing brews from local breweries with live entertainment and food trucks. Proceeds will support Howe Middle School Arts programs and the Tri-Kappa East service sorority college scholarship fund. Tickets for general admission in advance are $35 ($40 at the door IF available), and $50 for the VIB (Very Important Beast) event that entitles you to enter at 6 p.m. and includes snacks and guaranteed seating. Designated drivers can purchase tickets for $10, and while parking is available, Uber or Lyft is recommended. Tickets are available at rb.gy/bp8ppe
Participating breweries include: Ash and Elm Cider Co., Sun King Brewery, Garfield Brewery, Bier Brewery, Kismetic Beer Company, Guggman Haus Brewery, Big Lug Brewing, Fork and Ale House, Taxman Brewing, and Mashcraft Brewery.
Admission includes unlimited samples and a commemorative 16 ounce pint glass. $5 pints available to purchase during the event.
“Roughouse” will be with us for Live Entertainment. Food trucks will be available.
Typically this is a sold out event so pre-purchasing tickets is recommended. You will receive an email confirmation with your tickets immediately after purchase. ID will be checked at the door.
Mark your calendar for April 26, and spend the day in Irvington!