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Halloween Weather Forecast: What Miami Trick-or-Treaters Should Expect Tonight

By Zulekha Pitts

Oct 31, 2024

Windy conditions may send costumes billowing and decorations flying! Here's the spooky forecast for Halloween night.

Emo Nite Miami Promises to Be a Night for the Heartbroken and the Hardcore

By Caroline Val

Oct 31, 2024

Emo Nite Miami is returning with a spooky twist that's out of this world — and it's going down at the Venue in Wilton Manors.

Florida Day of the Dead Is More Than Just Puppets and Sugar Skulls

By Luis Gomez

Oct 29, 2024

The biggest Day of the Dead celebration in South Florida returns to Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, November 2.

Where to Trick-or-Treat in Miami on Halloween

By Isabel Maza

Oct 29, 2024

Searching for candy? From Aventura to South Miami, plenty of places offer a safe environment to celebrate Halloween.

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Miami Ranks in Top 5 Most Superstitious U.S. Cities Ahead of Halloween

By Zulekha Pitts

Oct 28, 2024

Whether throwing salt over the shoulder or avoiding black cats, the Magic City is abuzz with belief in all things eerie.

8 Kid-Friendly Halloween Events in Miami

By Jesse Scott

Oct 24, 2024

From Lincoln Road Mall to Frost Science Museum, here are the Halloween events for kids around Miami.

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10 DJs to Catch at Hocus Pocus

By Grant Albert

Oct 22, 2024

Hocus Pocus returns October 31-November 2 with more stages and more music.

10 Best Miami Halloween Parties

By Osvaldo Espino

Oct 21, 2024

Hocus Pocus, Emo Nite, Oscar G — here's where to find the spookiest beats during the Halloween weekend in Miami.

Top Miami Halloween Foodie Events and Specials

By Juliana Accioly

Oct 18, 2024

Halloween is almost here, Miami! Here are the top restaurants in Miami to celebrate the spooky holiday.

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Scary Movie Binge: Here Are the Horror Films to Watch on Streaming

By Douglas Markowitz

Oct 17, 2024

From The Texas Chainsaw Massacre to Get Out, here are the horror movies you are going to want to stream this month.

Nightmare Weekend Looks to Fill Horror Convention Void in Miami

By Luis Gomez

Oct 11, 2024

South Florida has been without a major horror convention since Spooky Empire moved to Orlando in 2005.

8 Best Fall and Pumpkin Treats in Miami

By Juliana Accioly

Sep 17, 2024

The best fall treats in Miami this year include pumpkin y queso pastelitos, pumpkin spice lattes, and pumpkin spice French toast.

Scare actor at Fright Nights in West Palm Beach

Want a Good Scare? These South Florida Haunted Houses Can Help

By Luis Gomez

Sep 12, 2024

What's the big trend at South Florida haunts in 2024? Toxic disasters, apparently.

Photos: Miami Turned Out in Style for Halloween on Lincoln Road

By Michele Eve Sandberg

Nov 1, 2023

In Miami, we love any excuse to party. But Halloween on Lincoln Road is a Miami Beach tradition.

Hocus Pocus Returns to Factory Town With a Spooktacular Edition

By Grant Albert

Oct 26, 2023

The three-day, three-stage, Halloween-themed festival Hocus Pocus runs from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. each day, presenting dance music's finest.

The Best Spooky Halloween Cocktails in Miami

By Elena Vivas

Oct 24, 2023

Gramps, Esotico, Minnow Bar, and more are celebrating the season with frightfully delicious libations.

8 Best Halloween Parties in Miami

By Jose D. Duran

Oct 24, 2023

From a rave in Hialeah to a party for all you witches, here are some of the best Halloween bashes in Miami.

Dress to Slay for Hall-O-Queen, Starring Drag Race's Latrice Royale

By Tyler Francischine

Oct 20, 2023

Celebrate the true spirit of Halloween with those who understand the assignment at Hall-O-Queen.

Best Restaurants and Hotel Halloween Parties in Miami

By Ryan Yousefi

Oct 19, 2023

Get out for a ghoulishly good time for holiday-themed happy hours, costume parties, and more.

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Photos: Halloween Night on Lincoln Road

Francis Mercier Will Bring Afro House to Hocus Pocus

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Photos: Halloween Night on Lincoln Road

Francis Mercier Will Bring Afro House to Hocus Pocus

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