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A Thrilling Date Night at Tampa’s Haunted Carnival with Popular EDM Headliners

Haunted Carnival at Armature Works in Tampa Florida
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Calling all Electronic Dance Music lovers, Pied Piper's Annual Haunted Carnival is coming back to Armature Works for its 4th year!

What is the Haunted Carnival?

With this four-day celebration, spend some time at the Haunted Carnival during the day with great carnival rides, food, games, costume contests, and more, and then get ready for the EDM party at night!

This amazing event takes place in the evenings from Thursday, October 23, to Sunday, October 26, with different performers on Saturday and Sunday. Stay tuned for the announcement of their Sunday performer lineup!

The daytime carnival is open to all ages during the day, but the performance stage is limited to ages 18+. At the stage each evening, you'll find epic and iconic artists from the EDM scene like Steve Aoki, Galantis, Rick Ross, Borgeous, Bonnie X Clyde, and many more!

Giving back: This year, a portion of the proceeds is going to ForHearts Worldwide. This nonprofit is dedicated to saving lives by providing pacemaker devices, medical care, and hope to those in need across the globe.

Haunted Carnival Festival Lineup

Thursday, October 23

All ages carnival, 5 p.m.-10 p.m.

Friday, October 24

All ages carnival, 1 p.m.-12 a.m.
Stage (ages 18+), 4 p.m.- 12 a.m.

Stage Performers:

  • Steve Aoki – One of EDM’s most explosive performers, known for his high-energy sets and cake-throwing antics.
  • Rick Ross – Hip-hop legend Rick Ross brings his iconic voice and boss-level energy.
  • Borgeous – Billboard-charting DJ/producer behind hits like “Tsunami” and “Invincible.”
  • Irie – Miami-based DJ blending hip-hop, reggae, and dance vibes.
  • Jeff Retro – A Las Vegas staple, known for his dynamic performances at Drai’s and Marquee.
  • Prankstisci – Rising DJ duo with a reputation for genre-bending bass and house sets.
  • KU – Underground favorite with eclectic blends of techno, trance, and melodic house.
  • Boggio – Florida-based party-starter known for electrifying local and festival crowds.
  • JDUB – Tampa’s own, mixing house and hip-hop with signature energy.

Saturday, October 25

All ages carnival, 1 p.m.-12 a.m.
Stage (ages 18+), 4 p.m.-12 a.m.

Stage Performers:

  • Galantis – Global dance-pop powerhouse behind hits like “Runaway (U & I)” and “Peanut Butter Jelly.”
  • Said The Sky – Emotionally-charged melodic bass producer known for lush, cinematic live sets.
  • Bonnie X Clyde – DJ/vocalist duo combining trap, bass, and emotional vocals into unique, high-impact performances.
  • Xandra – Up-and-coming female DJ blending house and tech grooves with infectious energy.
  • Yokai – Tech house heavyweights and festival veterans tearing up the East Coast circuit.
  • Ambrxse – Versatile artist fusing bass, trap, and melodic elements with deep club roots.
  • Nick Hogan – DJ and reality TV personality, bringing a high-octane mix of EDM and pop.
  • Karl Louis – Known for infectious, genre-blending sets with a modern festival edge.

Sunday, October 26

All ages carnival, 1 p.m.-11 p.m.
Stage (all ages), 4 p.m.-11 p.m.

Stage Performers

To be announced, check back a bit later!


Looking for more spooky Halloween fun with your significant other? Check out our list of Halloween events in Tampa Bay or our top adults-only Halloween parties that will be continuously updated as more parties are announced!

BONUS SPOOKS: Give Howl-O-Scream a ghoulish try… if you dare.