There’s nothing to be afraid of.

SHUDDER
Paranormal Tours
What: Trek through the historic plantation while listening to spooky legends and personal accounts of unexplained happenings on the property.
Why: We hear the Greek revival-style mansion, formal terraced gardens, and various outbuildings are the sites of ongoing supernatural investigations.
When: Mon.-Fri., 7 & 8 p.m.
Where: Oatlands, 20850 Oatlands Plantation Ln., Leesburg. To make reservations, call 703-777-3174. Cost is $12.

SIP
Art on the Rocks
What: Mixologists from neighborhood restaurants (Jackson 20, Vermilion) create a signature drink inspired by artwork from the Dinner Party exhibit.
Why: Mingle with the mix masters, nibble on apps, and sample and vote for your fave cocktail.
When: Wed., 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: The Art League, 105 N. Union St., Alexandria (703-683-1780). Tickets ($25) online at theartleague.org.

SHOP
Current/Elliott Sale
What: Get a lesson in denim from Emily Current and Meritt Elliott’s line of destroyed jeans in a variety of fits (plus cords and chambray tops) for up to 55 percent off.
Why: Round out the look with a pair of new kicks from the Swirl Steals shoe sale.
When: Now.
Where: Online at swirl.com.

CREATE
Pumpkin-Carving Contest
What: Helix Lounge hosts the free competition to see who can create the best jack-o’-lantern (prizes include a weekend hotel stay and gift certificate).
Why: The venue supplies the prescooped pumpkins and carving tools; you provide the creative genius.
When: Wed., 6-8 p.m.
Where: 1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW, b/t 14th & 15th Sts. (202-462-9001).

EAT
Endless Weekend Brunch
What: Masa 14 introduces a new all-you-can-eat menu ($35) with unlimited cocktails from its Rise and Shine drinks list (lychee Bellini, rye bacon Bloody Mary, and lemon lager).
Why: Delectable small plates like breakfast pizza with bacon, egg yolks, Gruyere, pico de gallo, and arugula or a pho beef sandwich with sriracha-hoisin aioli, Thai basil, bean sprouts, and pickled onions.
When: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Where: 1825 14th St. NW, b/t Swann & T Sts. (202-328-1414).

Photo: Courtesy of Oaklands