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Monster Bash at Abari Game Bar

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Jody Mace


Abari Game Bar, 1721 North Davidson Street, Charlotte’s first arcade bar, is hosting Monster Bash, a Halloween party, on Saturday, October 26th, 2019, from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Ages 21+.

Admission is free, but you need to buy an annual membership, which costs $1.

Enjoy music, games, and drinks.

Some of what’s happening:

  • A DJ will be spinning tunes 
  • Spooky games on free play
  • People in costume will be entered into a raffle for prizes

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Abari Game Bar

1721 North Davidson Street
Charlotte, NC

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