Category: Events

Culture, Events, spirituality

Hollywood Forever’s Dia de los Muertos Celebration

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Vamp Jenn celebrating Dia de los Muertos at Hollywood Forever
Vamp Jenn celebrating Dia de los Muertos at Hollywood Forever

A tradition that pays homage to the dead and began in Mexico with the Aztec and Nahua tribes is alive and well today. I’m referring to Dia de los Muertos. The holiday is a mix of Mesoamerican and European customs and celebrates the memory of those who’ve departed from this earthly realm. Hollywood Forever Cemetery held their annual Dia y Noche del los Muertos event and this was my second year attending the latter. I’m here to tell you all about it and share photos from the evening.

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Dining & Drink, Events, History

The Vogel Victorian Hosts a Haunted Tea Party

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Vamp Jenn in front of The Vogel Victorian
Vamp Jenn in front of The Vogel Victorian

You are cordially invited to attend a haunted tea party at The Vogel Victorian. Nestled within the historic district in downtown Santa Ana, CA, is a beautiful 19th-century structure that’s 125 years old. The lady of the manor is Diana Vogel who lives on the property with her husband and children. She has opened her home to guests and created an intimate experience that gives people the opportunity to explore the grounds and learn about its intriguing history.

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Events, halloween

All the Frights at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights

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Vamp Jenn and the Bride of Frankenstein at Halloween Horror Nights
Vamp Jenn and the Bride of Frankenstein at Halloween Horror Nights

Another year at Halloween Horror Nights is in the books! The event officially kicked off haunt season for me and what a way to start it. There were new mazes and monsters, as well as returning terrifying attractions. Here’s a closer look inside.

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Culture, Events, spirituality

Hollywood Forever Hosts a Day of the Dead Preview Event

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Máscaras de México at Hollywood Forever
Máscaras de México at Hollywood Forever

For more than 20 years, Hollywood Forever cemetery has established an annual tradition that celebrates the Day of the Dead during the last Saturday of October. Recently, I had the pleasure of attending a press event where they gave an exclusive preview of this year’s festivities and introduced the theme. It was an evening filled with delightful music, beautiful rituals, delicious food and vibrant décor.

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Art, Events

Karikatura Presents “Emotional Landscapes” & “My Inner Monster” at The Dark Art Emporium

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"My Inner Monster" curated by Karikatura
“My Inner Monster” curated by Karikatura

Welcome to a land where ethereal creatures capture and exist within a full spectrum of emotions, from joviality to despair. This is the theme of the solo exhibition “Emotional Landscapes” by Karina who goes by Karikatura in the art realm. The Dark Art Emporium hosted the opening reception, and accompanying her works is a group show she personally curated titled “My Inner Monster,” featuring a variety of other amazing artists. Get ready for a closer look.

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entertainment, Events

Halloween & Horror Reign Supreme at Midsummer Scream

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Midsummer Scream at the Long Beach Convention Center
Midsummer Scream at the Long Beach Convention Center

I experienced the most delightful madness at Midsummer Scream. Besides October 31st, this Halloween and horror convention is one of the biggest spooky events of the year and is the highlight of my summerween. It’s been my annual tradition to attend since 2018, and this year was my first time going two days, so I saw and did a lot! Here’s my recap of 2023’s festivities.

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Art, Events

The Art of PeeMonster & Michele Melcher at The Dark Art Emporium

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Michele Melcher's 'The Villagers' at The Dark Art Emporium
PeeMonster's 'The Hybrid Children' at The Dark Art Emporium

The Dark Art Emporium has unleashed its latest exhibit, which is a double feature highlighting the works of PeeMonster and Michele Melcher. After nearly two years since my last visit, I was elated to return to the gallery for the opening reception. The show brought together elements of the ethereal and macabre and definitely satiated my appetite for dark art.

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entertainment, Events, Nightlife

The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Titans World Tour

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Dracmorda and Swanthula Boulet
Dracmorda and Swanthula Boulet

Horror, filth and glamour. That is the unholy decree of The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula enterprise, which is currently taking the world by storm with the Titans tour. For those who aren’t aware, The Boulet Brothers are drag queens of darkness Dracmorda and Swanthula. The pair launched the hit competition TV series The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula in 2016 and four seasons later, it’s fiercer than ever. They even created a spinoff titled Titans, which debuted in 2022, and have hit the road putting on amazing performances with the competitors from this series. I attended the Los Angeles show and am so excited to tell you about it!

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entertainment, Events, History, Travel

Inside the Haunted Encounters Tour Aboard the Queen Mary

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Vamp Jenn aboard the Queen Mary
Vamp Jenn aboard the Queen Mary

When the world practically shut down in 2020, so did the Queen Mary. The historic liner was already in need of major repairs, and even when establishments began to open their doors for business, her royal highness remained closed. I’ve kept a close eye on updates regarding the vessel, and it’s undergone not only significant renovations and maintenance but also a change in management, putting complete control back in the hands of the city of Long Beach, CA.

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Art, Events, occult

H.R. Giger Tribute Art Exhibit + Joe Vaux’s “Escape Pod”

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"H.R. Giger" The Tourist X Peter Lorre
“H.R. Giger” The Tourist X Peter Lorre

Copro Gallery in Santa Monica has unveiled its latest exhibitions: “Brain Salad Surgery,” a H.R. Giger tribute group art exhibit, and Joe Vaux’s solo show, “Escape Pod.” I attended opening night, and it was incredible to see so many stunning pieces in person.

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