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SUMMARY:Ouija Board Workshop - The Austin Seance at Nocturna
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WORKSHOP \nBy the late 1960s\, sales of the Ouija board rivaled that of America’s best-selling board games. In small towns and large\, from Los Angeles to New York\, the famous wooden planks and planchettes seemingly were everywhere\, delivering titillating\, subversive entertainment for teen-agers and grad students\, housewives and poets. But Ouija was no ordinary toy. Although manufactured and mass-produced\, Ouija was steeped in spiritualist traditions dating back at least a century and was associated with esoteric religions\, paranormal exploration\, art and literature. \nJoin Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance for a hands-on workshop on the history and use of these fascinating divinatory devices. This group practice session on Sunday\, Oct. 25\, will last approximately 70 minutes. \nAll are welcome: from skeptics to believers of all things paranormal! \nAttendees are asked to dress in a way to show reverence for this historic parlor activity (no jeans\, flip flops\, or casual tees.) \n✨✨✨✨✨✨ \nDoors at 11:15 a.m.\, doors locked and experience begins at 11:30 a.m. Runs until approximately 1:00 p.m. \n++++++++ \n✨About The Austin Séance \nThe Austin Séance is a creative and experimental collaboration devoted to the history and practice of American séances and Spiritualism. Led by Artistic Director Albert Lucio and Editorial Director Jake Cordero\, The Austin Séance has operated from its home base in Central Texas since 2016. Its work includes séance demonstrations in museums and other public institutions\, occult workshops\, occult lectures\, and academic seminars. The Austin Séance also operates an editorial division and publishes a quarterly journal. The Austin Séance has been featured in Texas Monthly\, NPR’s Texas Standard radio program\, TV broadcasts and more. \n✨About Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance \nJake Cordero\, an award-winning journalist\, has reported on everything from cult murders in Mexico to spirit hauntings in Fort Worth. He is a longtime student of magic and philosophy\, and the author of two books. Jake also is editor of The Austin Séance Quarterly Journal\, a Spiritualist history publication. \nThings that go bump in the night have always fascinated Albert Lucio. With a degree in sociology and psychology\, Albert has set out to understand how we shape and are shaped by supernatural beliefs. He has spent years studying ghost hunters\, consorting with psychics and researching the occult. \n✨About Nocturna \nNocturna is movement and mystical sanctuary and coven where the Dark Femme rises – serpentine and sovereign. We weave magickal practices with polework\, floorwork\, and somatic movement\, finding liberation through embodiment. Open to all bodies and identities\, Nocturna is a diverse\, welcoming space where the freedom to authentically express is celebrated\, embodiment is magick\, and every soul is invited to move in ways that awakens joy\, sovereignty\, and release. \nSpace is limited. Must be 18+. For entertainment purposes only. Tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable.
URL:https://www.thedarkersideofaustin.com/event/ouija-board-workshop-the-austin-seance-at-nocturna/
LOCATION:Nocturna\, 605 West 37th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oddities,Paranormal,Witchcraft,Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Austin Séance at Nocturna - Late Sitting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of spirits and mystery as Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance recreate an old-time\, Victorian-era séance at Nocturna! The evening begins with a brief lecture on the history of American séances\, which came into fashion during the mid 19th century. Participants – the “sitters” – will then be led through relaxation exercises to prepare for the ritual\, and finally our hosts will employ the tools and practices of both historic and modern séances to attempt contact with the spirits of those in the afterlife! \nAll are welcome: from skeptics to believers of all things paranormal!  \nThe evening will include complimentary cocktails\, and attendees are asked to dress in a way to show reverence for this historic parlor activity (no jeans\, flip flops\, or casual tees.) Bonus point for Victorian-era inspired garb! \nTickets and more information at the links below! \nThis Late Seating is 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. \n✨About The Austin Séance \nThe Austin Séance is a creative and experimental collaboration devoted to the history and practice of American séances and Spiritualism. Led by Artistic Director Albert Lucio and Editorial Director Jake Cordero\, The Austin Séance has operated from its home base in Central Texas since 2016. Its work includes séance demonstrations in museums and other public institutions\, occult workshops\, occult lectures\, and academic seminars. The Austin Séance also operates an editorial division and publishes a quarterly journal. The Austin Séance has been featured in Texas Monthly\, NPR’s Texas Standard radio program\, TV broadcasts and more.  \n✨About Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance \nJake Cordero\, an award-winning journalist\, has reported on everything from cult murders in Mexico to spirit hauntings in Fort Worth. He is a longtime student of magic and philosophy\, and the author of two books. Jake also is editor of The Austin Séance Quarterly Journal\, a Spiritualist history publication. \nThings that go bump in the night have always fascinated Albert Lucio. With a degree in sociology and psychology\, Albert has set out to understand how we shape and are shaped by supernatural beliefs. He has spent years studying ghost hunters\, consorting with psychics and researching the occult.  \n✨About Nocturna  \nNocturna is movement and mystical sanctuary and coven where the Dark Femme rises – serpentine and sovereign. We weave magickal practices with polework\, floorwork\, and somatic movement\, finding liberation through embodiment. Open to all bodies and identities\, Nocturna is a diverse\, welcoming space where the freedom to authentically express is celebrated\, embodiment is magick\, and every soul is invited to move in ways that awakens joy\, sovereignty\, and release. \nSpace is limited. Must be 18+. For entertainment purposes only. Tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable.  \nSource: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/nocturna/the-austin-seance-at-nocturna-late-seating
URL:https://www.thedarkersideofaustin.com/event/the-austin-seance-at-nocturna-late-sitting/
LOCATION:Nocturna\, 605 West 37th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oddities,Paranormal,Witchcraft,Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Austin Séance at Nocturna - Early Sitting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of spirits and mystery as Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance recreate an old-time\, Victorian-era séance at Nocturna! The evening begins with a brief lecture on the history of American séances\, which came into fashion during the mid 19th century. Participants – the “sitters” – will then be led through relaxation exercises to prepare for the ritual\, and finally our hosts will employ the tools and practices of both historic and modern séances to attempt contact with the spirits of those in the afterlife! \nAll are welcome: from skeptics to believers of all things paranormal!  \nThe evening will include complimentary cocktails\, and attendees are asked to dress in a way to show reverence for this historic parlor activity (no jeans\, flip flops\, or casual tees.) Bonus point for Victorian-era inspired garb! \nThis Early Seating is 6:20 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\n✨About The Austin Séance \nThe Austin Séance is a creative and experimental collaboration devoted to the history and practice of American séances and Spiritualism. Led by Artistic Director Albert Lucio and Editorial Director Jake Cordero\, The Austin Séance has operated from its home base in Central Texas since 2016. Its work includes séance demonstrations in museums and other public institutions\, occult workshops\, occult lectures\, and academic seminars. The Austin Séance also operates an editorial division and publishes a quarterly journal. The Austin Séance has been featured in Texas Monthly\, NPR’s Texas Standard radio program\, TV broadcasts and more.  \n✨About Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero of The Austin Séance (www.austinseance.com) \nJake Cordero\, an award-winning journalist\, has reported on everything from cult murders in Mexico to spirit hauntings in Fort Worth. He is a longtime student of magic and philosophy\, and the author of two books. Jake also is editor of The Austin Séance Quarterly Journal\, a Spiritualist history publication. \nThings that go bump in the night have always fascinated Albert Lucio. With a degree in sociology and psychology\, Albert has set out to understand how we shape and are shaped by supernatural beliefs. He has spent years studying ghost hunters\, consorting with psychics and researching the occult.  \n✨About Nocturna \nNocturna is movement and mystical sanctuary and coven where the Dark Femme rises – serpentine and sovereign. We weave magickal practices with polework\, floorwork\, and somatic movement\, finding liberation through embodiment. Open to all bodies and identities\, Nocturna is a diverse\, welcoming space where the freedom to authentically express is celebrated\, embodiment is magick\, and every soul is invited to move in ways that awakens joy\, sovereignty\, and release. \nSpace is limited. Must be 18+. For entertainment purposes only. Tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable.
URL:https://www.thedarkersideofaustin.com/event/the-austin-seance-at-nocturna-early-sitting/
LOCATION:Nocturna\, 605 West 37th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oddities,Paranormal,Witchcraft,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Austin Oddities & Curiosities Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:For Lovers of the Strange\, Unusual & Bizarre… \nENTRY: $15 ADV / $20 AT THE DOORKids 12 & under are free (no ticket needed) \nEVENT DAYS: Saturday & Sunday 10AM-5PM \nFOR SPECIFIC CLASS DETAILS AND SHOW INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT:https://odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com/ \nThe Oddities & Curiosities Expo showcases hand selected vendors\, dealers\, artists and small businesses with all things weird. \nYou’ll find items such as: taxidermy\, preserved specimens\, original artwork\, horror/halloween inspired pieces\, antiques\, handcrafted oddities\, quack medical devices\, creepy clothing\, odd jewelry\, skulls/bones\, funeral collectibles & much more. \nWe truly have something weird for everyone at our shows. \nAll items you see at our shows are legal to own and sustainably sourced. Outside of our curated vendors\, we host sideshow performers on stage all throughout day and the opportunity to learn the craft of taxidermy with classes available during the expo. \nThe O&C Expo provides a safe place for anyone to come and discover new artists\, meet new friends and be surrounded by an amazing community of like-minded people. \nWe pride ourselves in being a completely “DIY” ran show from start to finish. We find so much joy in being able to provide a place where you can feel at home surrounded by others that share the same interests. We are the first and original traveling event exclusively showcasing oddities vendors and dark artists in the country. \nWe are a one of a kind event and the first to do what we specialize in. We take tremendous pride in this and hope to gain your support along the way. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/832583366407007/
URL:https://www.thedarkersideofaustin.com/event/austin-oddities-curiosities-expo-2026/
LOCATION:Palmer Events Center\, 900 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convention,Event,Oddities
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SUMMARY:BONER BIZARRE: REDCUM (A TRIBUTE TO STEPHEN KING)
DESCRIPTION:BONER BIZARRE is an XXXtreme erotic variety show featuring filthy performance art\, pole dancing\, neo-burlesque\, aerials\, contortion\, sideshow\, fire breathing\, rope bondage\, fetish play\, comedy\, drama\, and all things PERVERSE\, GROTESQUE\, and SOCIALLY UNACCEPTABLE. In other words\, John Waters’s bachelorette party set amidst the back alleys of Amsterdam’s Red Light District.\n\nTHIS VALENTINE’S DAY\, WE ALL FUCK DOWN HERE… From small-town dread to cosmic unease\, we’ll take you on a twisted journey through the Stephen King universe. Expect prom night bloodbaths\, haunted hotels\, obsessive love gone feral\, with the quiet horror of realizing that sometimes dead is better…\n\nMonsters are real\, and ghosts are real too… they live inside us\, and sometimes they win! Heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeere’s BONER!\n\nWith unforgivable acts by Eve Calientina\, Bendy Lyndi\, Open Carrie\, GL Feature\, Sodi Moore\, Porcelain Fluorite\, Cassie the Frog & Sarah Sonatina\, Damme TuLana\, Lindsay LaPerle\, Meadow Rhythmos\, Alex Martinez\, Helena Zuul\, Bonnie Bendz\, Zoja Exotica & Demoncela\, Heloise Graves\, Becca Strong\, Sleaze McQueen\, Ruby Divine\, PoiZen and more!\n\nCome witness a show unlike anything you’ve EVER SEEN BEFORE–the spectacle that can only be BONER BIZARRE!\n\nHosted by Snake Tits & Dean Zaggler.\n\nDoors at 8pm. Show at 9pm. NO REFUNDS.
URL:https://www.thedarkersideofaustin.com/event/boner-bizarre-redcum-a-tribute-to-stephen-king/
LOCATION:Come and Take It Live\, 2015 E Riverside Dr\, Bldg 4\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Burlesque,Cabaret,Fetish,Horror,Oddities,Theater
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SUMMARY:Austin Oddities Market Valentines Show
DESCRIPTION:Austin Oddities Market presents it’s Valentines Day Show!  Support local artists & come discover something strange & unusual for that special someone! <3 Looking for a special date event to bring in Valentines? ~ We’re going to have live performers & vendors galore for your pleasure!  \nDoors at 9pmShow starts at 10pm 18+ Only $10  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2004413583364076/
URL:https://www.thedarkersideofaustin.com/event/austin-oddities-market-valentines-show/
LOCATION:Elysium Austin\, 705 Red River St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oddities
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