Watch: Obamas shake a leg on Michael Jackson's hit Thriller' for Halloween event

Washington: The scores of superheroes and princesses, who were part of the Halloween festivities at the White House, were in for a special treat as President Barack Obama and the first lady danced to Michael Jackson's famous hit "Thriller" while welcoming the children.

Students dressed as zombies also danced on to the hit song as the president and first lady looked on for a while, but the two soon tried a popular step or two of the iconic song.

Students from local schools and children from military families dressed up for the occasion.

The president handed out Hershey Kisses and Michelle Obama handed out cookies on the South Drive.

The president has jokingly told some of the youngsters that on Halloween, at least, they don't have to pay attention to the first lady about healthy eating.