Over-the-Rhine’s now annual masquerade ball is a “night of elegant drama filled with twisted energy.” It’s got all the makings of an excellent Halloween party: fog, DJ Matt Joy, a FotoFocus photobooth, spookily themed makeup and styling from 8-10 p.m., plus hot bartenders from Bakersfield and The Eagle OTR. Dress in a traditional costume (cat, ghost, slutty vampire) or dark elegance (Elvira?); best costume wins a night at the 21c Museum Hotel.
8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Friday. $25; $30 at the door. Christian Moerlein Brewery, 1621 Moore St., Over-the-Rhine, otrchamber.com.
