On Friday, October 2, the South Main Village will come alive with Halloween spirit at The Cicada (1002 S Main St, Fort Worth, @The_Cicada_FTW) as Nightshade Burlesque presents its annual showcase filled with thrilling and playful Halloween entertainment. Featured performers include Onyx Fury, Xio Nova, Violent Lavender, Fairy Despair, Bela Von Gosi, Charlotte Rouge, Vivienne Vermouth, Chordella Smash, and Death Pixztix, all set to deliver a captivating mix of glamour and fright. This event is highly sought after, with VIP seating already sold out. General admission tickets are available for $20 via NightshadeBurlesque.com, allowing entry into this vibrant celebration of Halloween hijinks. For those planning to attend, tickets will cost $30 at the door, and attendees must be 21 or older, with doors opening at 7 PM and the show commencing at 9 PM.
In addition to the burlesque extravaganza, Magnolia Motor Lounge (3803 Southwest Blvd, Fort Worth, 817-332-3344) will host singer-songwriter Keegan McInroe, known for his global travels and insightful storytelling, with Austin-based folk artist Anna La Mare opening the evening. If you appreciate compelling narratives, both musicians promise to draw you into their performances. Doors will open at 7 PM, with Anna La Mare taking the stage at 9 PM. Cover for this 21+ event is set at $15.
If burlesque or acoustic performances aren’t your scene, Tulips FTW (112 St. Louis Av, Fort Worth, 817-367-9798) will kick off a dance party titled Club Slayyy: A Slayyyter and Hyperpop Party. Hosted by What the Dance Presents, this event is marketed as the “WOR$T PARTY IN FORT WORTH,” featuring Kidd Luna mixing tracks from Slayyyter, Charli XCX, Sophie, and more. General admission for this 18+ event is $26.34 online, and the festivities begin at 9 PM.
On Saturday, October 3, the Rock ’n Roll Rummage Sale returns to the South Main Village MicroPark and the adjoining parking lot next to Tinies (113 S Main St, Fort Worth) from noon to 5 PM. The event will feature headlining performances from F-Dub indie-rockers Meach Pango at 4 PM, alt-rockers Darstar at 2:30 PM, and Wichita Falls’ Tiny Joy at 1 PM. This event is a fantastic opportunity for younger music fans to enjoy live performances while exploring various booths. Admission is free and open to all ages.
As the evening approaches, the Double Wide (3510 Commerce St, Dallas, 469-872-0191, @DoubleWide_Dallas) will host Danse Macabre, a Halloween-themed event featuring DJs La Bruja and Gabe Mendoza. This annual celebration will delve into genres like goth, darkwave, industrial, and post-punk, creating an eerie ambiance perfect for the season. There is no cover charge for this 21+ event, which starts at 9 PM.
If you prefer to stay in Fort Worth while still escaping the house, check out Luna and Friends’ cumbia night at The Down ’n Out (150 W Rosedale St, Fort Worth, @TheDownnOutBar). Known as the best party on the Near Southside, this gathering also has no cover charge and is open to those 21 and older, starting around 9 PM.
For those who feel a dark pull, the Boiled Owl Tavern (909 W Magnolia Av, Fort Worth, @TheBoiledOwlTavern) offers a unique monthly event called Born Cursed, run by an enigmatic entity known as Night Owl. This gathering features a variety of local artists and bands that lean toward the heavier side of the music spectrum. The inaugural event in September showcased acts like the industrial-gothcore group Digimechanoid and the sludge-metal band Channel Planet. The next Born Cursed event will take place on Tuesday, October 2, featuring performances from Love Cuts, Heavy Petal, and local psych-punks LABELS. Admission is free, and attendees must be 21 or older, with the night kicking off at 9 PM.
