Miami’s cultural pulse is electric this weekend with a lineup packed full of thrilling events. From haunted houses to electrifying music festivals and immersive experiences, there’s no shortage of things to do. Highlights include punk rockers Mannequin Pussy shaking things up at Revolution Live, and indie legends Cursive bringing their melancholic magic to Gramps. For theater lovers, "The Pillowman" at the Adrienne Arsht Center offers a haunting tale that’s sure to linger long after the curtain falls. If you're seeking something more on the daring side, the legendary Fetish Factory Halloween Ball at Epic Nightclub promises a night of fantasy and liberation, where bold costumes and wild performances create an atmosphere like no other—expect an unforgettable night of intrigue and sensory indulgence.
The weekend also promises a mix of spooky, artsy, and underground events to keep the Halloween spirit alive. Darkwave and synth-pop lovers should head to Kill Your Idol for L.U.S.T.'s first-ever Miami event, where EBM and industrial sounds will dominate the night. Meanwhile, "Paradise Fright Night" at Revolution Live guarantees a night of beats and bass with its dual-stage setup. For a taste of goth, don’t miss Hellgirly Deluxe, where dark tunes collide with Rob Zombie visuals for the perfect night of mischief.
No matter what vibe you're into, Miami’s alternative scene has you covered! Here's our guide to the top happenings from October 24 to October 27:
THU, OCT 24
— Mannequin Pussy with Margaritas Podridas at Revolution Live
— Cursive and Gladie in Miami at Gramps
— The Pillowman, a haunting play by Martin McDonagh at Adrienne Arsht Center
— Matamoska! for the first time in Miami with ¡FUAKATA!, The Big Skandal and The Shifty Grifts at Bar Nancy [LA ska-punk Matamoska!. The Big Skandal Ska-Core from PRAGUE]
— Simpson Park's Halloween Haunted Trail [Free entry, but beware: parking is limited]
FRI, OCT 25
— Fetish Factory Halloween Fetish Ball 2024 at the mystical Epic Nightclub
— The Rave Yard: Halloween Open-Air with Armand Van Helden and Ayybo special guests at Toejam Backlot [Costume contest, multiple Miami debuts, a unique back to back with Kieran San Jose and Braydon Terzo and more]
— Spooktacular Miami City Cemetery Walking Tour with Julia Tuttle [Curated for families with children ages 7 and up. All are welcome to come as you are or in costume]
— Annual Miami City Cemetery Walking Tour [Connect with the past on a walking tour of the Miami City Cemetery with Resident Historian, Dr. Paul S. George and HistoryMiami Museum’s Coordinator of Education Programs and Community Engagement, Ingrid E. Argueta. Hear stories of notable Miami residents, including the civil rights leader Reverend Theodore Gibson, “Mother of Miami” Julia Tuttle, and Bernard Mackey of the Ink Spots Quartet. View the final resting place of Carrie B. Miller, whose body was encased in cement to preserve her sleeping form.]
— Diwali Miami 2024
— Oscar Herrera “Songs For The Fallen Mountain King” album release party at Sweat Records
— Paradise Fright Night at Revolution Live [Revolution Bass Stage: Heavy-hitting dubstep and experimental beats Backyard Party Stage: House, dance, and open-format hits. Haunted house, exclusive drink specials, exciting games and activities, prizes]
— Stepping Thru The Jungle with Mauricio, The Invisible (special 160bpm up-tempo set) at Gramps [Footwork, Jungle, Baltimore Club, DNB, Ghetoo]
— A Touch of Goth: The Art of Ching Yi and Bro at Sunrise Civic Center Theatre and Art Gallery
— Hellgirly Deluxe Goth Night at Respectable Street [Goth + Rob Zombie + a stage full of dancing girls = HELLGIRLY DELUXE! All the new and classic goth, new wave, and industrial with some added rock and metal for the night with visuals from Zombie movies and music videos]
SAT, OCT 26
— WITCH, PLEASE! SAVE's Annual Halloween Ball with performances by Gadfrie and more at R House [Don't miss the debut of DJ Mike Trotter. Costume contest. Proceeds will benefit SAVE, supporting their ongoing mission to protect and uplift equality for the LGBTQ+ community in South Florida.]
— PISAPIA at Domicile in collaboration with Black Room
— L.U.S.T’s first ever Miami event and exclusive pre-HALLOWEEN event at Kill Your Idol
— “Women Photographers: Shared Documentary Narratives” Exhibition Opening Panel Discussion at History Miami Museum [The exhibition features the remarkable works of Maggie Steber, Silvia Lizama, Peggy Levison Nolan. Curator Aldeide Delgado]
— Bat-Haus (Goth Night) at Black Flamingo Brewing
— LONG LIVE THE NEW FLESH: A Cronenberg Themed Party at Club 77 [Post-Punk, Darkwave, Coldwave, Synth Pop, Industrial]
— Our Halloween Market + Beetlejuice screening by Let's Get Together at Lot 11 Skate Park— Casa Booo! at DUA Miami [Afro House beats + crafted cocktails]
— Doc Martin at MODE
— Emo Nite at The Ground
— Midnight Service with Peter Napoli from New York and Eveava from Berlin plus residents Miguel Clark & Naim Zarzour at MAD LIVE [psychedelic jazz fusion, electronica, alternative dance, indie dance, dance]
— La Lom at the Bandshell
SUN, OCT 27
— Rocky Horror Picture Show 2024 at the Bandshell
— Ricky Montgomery with Nep at Revolution
— Jim Henson's Labyrinth in Concert [Watch the full movie, as a live band performs in sync with David Bowie's original vocals, playing the songs and score composed by Bowie and Trevor Jones]
— Rata Blanca, El Haragán y Cía at La Scala de Miami
— Miami Girls Rock Camp Youth Open Mic with Las Nubes hosted by Raffa Jo at Magic 13
— Sunday Scaries: Zombie Double Feature. Hell House LLC 7:30PM and Evil Dead (2013) 10:00PM at Gramps
— 2nd Annual Hocus Focus: A Monster Mash Flash Mob [City Cemetery pop-up photoshoot, meet-greet-eat followed by the Monster Mash Flash Mob, costume contest, afterparty at Bar Nancy for Necronancy Halloween Karaoke.] [COSTUMES ARE REQUIRED for free admission and participation! No costume = $10 donation]
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