[FESTIVAL PREVIEW] Hocus Pocus 2024: Miami's House & Techno-Fueled Halloween Extravaganza

Hocus Pocus 2024, Miami, Halloween, Festival

Connor Phillips | July 31, 2024

Hocus Pocus, the most eagerly awaited Halloween festival for house and techno fans, returns this year from October 31 to November 2, 2024. Set in the vibrant Factory Town in Hialeah, Florida, this festival promises a captivating experience with a lineup of 76 artists performing across four stages from sunset to sunrise.

Hosted by Link Miami Rebels, this year’s festival introduces a variety of new features, including additional techno stages and an intriguing haunted house experience. Factory Town, located in Miami’s “City of Progress,” Hialeah, is renowned for fostering an inclusive community of dancers and creatives.

This multi-acre outdoor space is perfect for engaging with South Florida's diverse population, offering a community marketplace and a thriving arts scene. It's an ideal venue for some of the hottest international music festivals in the U.S., including the Hocus Pocus.

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The festival, now in its fourth edition, has become a significant event for Miami’s music lovers. Running from Halloween night through the weekend, Hocus Pocus offers 12 hours of continuous music each day.

This year’s lineup includes over 75 world-renowned DJs, showcasing a mix of pulsating techno and house music. Notably, the festival will feature a new dark techno-focused Park stage and a “Nightmare” themed Haunted Warehouse, promising Miami’s most bone-chilling experience.

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The Haunted Warehouse is a unique and provocative experience that challenges attendees to abandon their inhibitions and descend into a surreal nightmare. The tagline for the warehouse sets the tone: “If you think you’re alive, you’re dreaming.”

The artist lineup for Hocus Pocus includes notable names such as Charlotte de Witte, The Martinez Brothers, Nina Kraviz, Eli Brown, Jamie Jones, and ARTBAT, ensuring a well-rounded and cutting-edge selection of electronic music.

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Rising stars making their debut at Factory Town, like X CLUB., VTSS, Kobosil, Shlømo, Risa Taniguchi, and LF System, add to the festival's musically dynamic and inventive atmosphere.

For a taste of the festival's music, check out their Spotify playlist below:

Hocus Pocus is not just about the music; it’s about the community and the shared experience of dancing from sunset to sunrise. Whether you’re a seasoned festival-goer or a first-time attendee, Hocus Pocus offers an unparalleled blend of music, art, and immersive experiences.