Lower East Side wine bar Ten Bells wants to introduce drinkers to vinos from the Beaujolais region that are not the much-hyped nouveau varieties. Tonight the bar offers its selection of more than a dozen beaujolaises, generally available only by the bottle, for $7 to $12 a glass from 5pm onward. While you’re drinking, you can also take advantage of the spot’s daily oyster happy hour, with $1 bivalves until 7pm ($2 thereafter).—Jenny Miller

Kegs aren’t cutting it? Head to this cask-ale bacchanal to sip unfiltered, unpasteurized, “living” brews—i.e., beers that are still fermenting in the cask. Thirty rare selections, like the Otter Creek Imperial IPA from Vermont, can be enjoyed as either $6 10-ounce or $8 16-ounce pours. FREE The Brazen Head, 228 Atlantic Ave between Boerum Pl and Court St, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn (718-488-0430). Fri–Sun, noon–2am.

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Kegs aren’t cutting it? Head to this cask-ale bacchanal to sip unfiltered, unpasteurized, “living” brews—i.e., beers that are still fermenting in the cask. Thirty rare selections, like the Otter Creek Imperial IPA from Vermont, can be enjoyed as either $6 10-ounce or $8 16-ounce pours. FREE The Brazen Head, 228 Atlantic Ave between Boerum Pl and Court St, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn (718-488-0430). Fri–Sun noon–2am.

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Halloween may be all slutty costumes and binge drinking to you, but for the Mexicans who celebrate Dia de los Muertos, it’s a day for honoring the deceased…and drinking tequila. Do both at this party, featuring limitless appetizers and libations mixed by Philip Ward. Mayahuel, 304 E 6th St between First and Second Aves (212-253-5888). 9pm–midnight, $50.

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Arabian Halloween
You won’t find any jack-o’-lanterns at this Arabian-themed All Hallow’s Eve bash. Sip Le Souk’s $10 pumpkin martini—a concoction of honey vodka, apple brandy and pumpkin juice—out of a minipumpkin while mingling with belly dancers, snake charmers and sword swallowers. FREE Le Souk Harem, 510 La Guardia Pl between Bleecker and W Houston Sts (212-677-1120). 8pm.

Halloween at Habana
It’s your last chance to booze alfresco before this seasonal spot shuts its doors until spring. Habana’s end-of-season/Halloween bash features $2.50 drafts and $8 frozen margaritas, a costume contest and free giveaways throughout the evening. FREE Habana Outpost, 757 Fulton St at S Portland Ave, Fort Greene, Brooklyn (718-858-9500). 9pm–4am.

Jägerween
A killer getup could win you a trip to Transylvania at this Jägermeister-sponsored party. Down “Jägermonsters” (Jäger, OJ and grenadine) while dancing to deejayed tunes. The winner of the costume contest will be announced just after midnight. , 80 W 3rd St between Sullivan and Thompson Sts (R.S.V.P. at jager.com). 10pm–2am, suggested donation $20.

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Upper East Side Halloween bar crawl

Sink your fangs into this three-day Halloween booze tour. More than 100 bars are participating, offering specials like $2 Bud Lights. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes. Multiple locations; for more information visit halloweennow.com. Fri 5–10pm, Sat noon–2am, Sun 11am–3pm; $15–$25.

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Dust off your smoking jacket for this tasting of eight single-malt scotches. Selections include a peaty Laphroaig quarter cask and a lighter, fruitier Auchentoshan from the Scottish Lowlands. Cheese and chocolate samples will be served. Brandy Library, 25 North Moore St between Hudson and Varick Sts (212-226-5545). 6:30–9pm, $80.

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Screw the comfort of your couch. You can brush up on your favorite prime-time TV shows at Sweet Ups’ weekly viewing parties. Catch the new episode of 30 Rock while sipping an $8 “Tina Fey” cocktail—a Lemon Spritzer (get it?) made with raspberry vodka, blackberry liqueur and 7Up. Wonder what a Jack Donaghy would taste like… FREE Sweet Ups, 277 Graham Ave between Grand and Powers Sts, Williamsburg, Brooklyn (718-384-3886). 9pm.

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