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The D.C. area will be coming alive after dark this week, from the High Heel Race, a Dupont neighborhood tradition dating back to the '80s, to Halloween parties and more.

Here's what to do this week in the Washington, D.C. area.

WHAT TO DO IN WASHINGTON, D.C.

MONDAY TO THURSDAY

Malcolm Gladwell book talk: Mon., 7 p.m., Sixth & I, $12-$45

High Heel Race: Tues., 17th Street between R and P Streets NW, free

Halloween Whodunit 3: Weds., 7:30 p.m., DC Improv, $25

Witches Halloween Party: Weds., The Dew Drop Inn, free

Halloween Candy & Cheese Tasting: Weds., multiple sessions, Paste & Rind on H Street NE, $86.79

Art Deco Masquerade: Thurs., 6-9 p.m., National Building Museu

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