What are some fun things to do on South Street?

What are some other fun things to do in Austin on Halloween besides 6th street?

• I've gone down there every Halloween since 1999, and I want to do something new this year. The plan is to pass out candy to the trick-or-treaters, then go party. But does anyone know of any nightclubs that do stuff for Halloween, and have costume contests and such?

• Answer:

  Have you gone on the Austin Ghost Tour? I heard they have a special tour every Halloween. It's downtown and they walk you around showing you all the the scary stuff (based on true events, they say). You could also try the House of Torment. I've heard it's pretty darn scary. I am pretty sure that Terrace 59 (above Speakeasy) has a big costume party...but I'm not sure about contests. We go there pretty often. It's not as crazy as 6th...more "grown up," less barf on the floor. You get it. There's the Ghoulwill Ball at the Driskill. It's pretty popular, and a good cause. They will have a costume contest. Karma (downtown) has a big Halloween party. They're on 8th street at Colorado (I think). Doors open @9:30 and costume contest starts @11:30. I hear they also give out free drinks to people w/the best costumes. Free alcohol is always a win. Have fun!