October’s Something Wicked crowd of over 20,000 attendees did more than just dance the day and night away to great music. With a strategic partnership between The Bob Moog Foundation, Disco Donnie Presents, NightCulture, and Houston venue, Stereo Live, donations generated from Something Wicked ticket sales helped host a workshop to teach students at Cornelius Elementary in Houston about the science of sound through the magic of music this past October 21st.

Presented to the entire student body of 950 students, the workshop consisted of two parts: An interactive sonic experience and a 45-minute presentation of the science of sound. The workshop inspires creativity in students by education students by providing an introduction into the physics and science of electronic music.

“Dr. Bob’s Sonic Workshop is an especially rewarding way for Something Wicked to give back to Houston, because we can offer our strengths and expertise in electronic music to positively affect children’s lives. The goal of the workshop is simple — we want to help develop the creative abilities of the community’s children in a lasting manner,” said Disco Donnie Presents CEO and founder Donnie Estopinal.

Disco Donnie Presents and Something Wicked will continue to seek lasting partnerships around the city of Houston and the best part is that all you have to do to help out, is join us on the dance floor!

For more information about the Bob Moog Foundation and Something Wicked, please visit moogfoundation.org and somethingwickedfestival.com

We’re very excited to announce that the online merchandise store for Something Wicked is now open!

The the new online store features commemorative designs screen printed on t-shirts and hoodies made up of 100% cotton. With minimal shrink, you can enjoy a regular fit inspired by the recent Wicked event. Let the world know how much fun you had October 26th and keep the Something Wicked memories close to your heart forever.

Order your Something Wicked t-shirt and tank top online today!

For Something Wicked this past Saturday, October 26th, we asked you all to unleash your inner character and get creative at our costume contest this year. We loved seeing all the wacky, tacky, funny and downright scary ideas that some of you came up with.

After planning, preparation and final judging, we’re excited to congratulate Ryan Fore, the overall winner of the Something Wicked Costume Contest. Ryan won a VIP upgrade, Something Wicked T-Shirt and General Admission tickets to Something Wicked 2014. Our other winners won a VIP upgrade and Something Wicked T-Shirt.

Thanks to everyone who got creative and participated in our costume contest. We’ll see you next year!

Costume Contest Winners

• Best Overall Costume: Ryan Fore
• Scariest Costume: Eden Hogan, Alonso Maya
• Sexiest Costume: Sue Berry, Clinton Alonzo
• Best Couples Costume: Jenna McCain, Michael Schane
• Most Creative Costume: Erin O’Brien

We’re still basking in the afterglow from Something Wicked this past Saturday, October 26th at the Sam Houston Race Park. Today, we’re excited to show you the official photos from the Halloween event!

Head over to our photo galleries and relive the festival like it was just yesterday. All you social ghouls can share the photo albums with your friends and family so they can view (and probably be jealous of) the massive party for themselves. Be sure to tag yourself and everyone you know in our Facebook gallery.

Thanks to everyone who came and made this year’s Something Wicked such an amazing experience. We’ll see you next you next year!

Something Wicked Photo Albums

• Something Wicked 2013 Photo Booth
• Something Wicked 2013 Photos by Rukes
• Something Wicked 2013 Photos by Julian Bajsel
• Something Wicked 2013 Photos by Roger Ho

Disco Donnie Presents and NightCulture would like to extend a special thank you to the numerous volunteers, performers, and dedicated staff for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to making this year’s Something Wicked the greatest year yet.

We also want to recognize the City of Houston, Houston Police Department, Houston Fire Department, Harris County Sheriff’s office, and Sam Houston Race Park for their valued assistance and support!

We couldn’t have pulled it off without all of you. Keep up the great work and we’ll see you next year!

Lost a personal item at Something Wicked? Don’t worry. You can still have a chance to locate IDs, cell phones, personal clothing items and more. Lost and found will be located at Stereo Live. Their hours are Monday through Friday at 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Saturday at 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM. All unclaimed items will be donated to charity or discarded, where applicable. Call for any questions 832-251-9600.

After months of planning and an entire day of dancing, Houston’s Something Wicked has officially come to a close. All of us at Disco Donnie Presents and NightCulture would like to give an exuberant THANK YOU to the thousands of you who fed their sinful side and made Something Wicked such an unforgettable experience.

Houston was certainly ready to get down and we loved watching all of you dancing in your costumes. No matter the festival, no matter the event, it will always be incomplete unless you the music lovers come and fill the dance floor. So THANK YOU AGAIN for all of your support! We couldn’t do it without you.

After months of impatiently waiting, Houston’s Something Wicked is finally here. Grab your friends and head down to Sam Houston Race Park. The gates are open, the sound is spectacular and the dance floor is ready for you.

Hello Houston! As we countdown the final hours before we head out to Sam Houston Race Park for the return of Something Wicked this Saturday, October 26th, we’ve got some last minute reminders about the upcoming event. To help you get ready for the next few hours, we’ve created a list of all the important details you need to know about the festival and put them all on one page.

Still don’t have your ticket? Buy yours before gates open Saturday.

Artist Schedule

From the bass driven sounds at the Bass Crypt Stage, to the euphoric sounds of synths at the Mystic Meadows Stage, to the power of the energy-fueled Shadowlands Main Stage, we are super excited to dance the day and night away this Saturday.

View the Something Wicked Artist Schedule!

Artist Meet and Greet

Ever wonder what it would be like to meet one of our talented acts. Well here’s your chance!

View the Something Wicked Artist Meet & Greet Schedule!

Directions and Parking Information

We all know how difficult it can be to navigate through a city you aren’t familiar with, so to save you some time and trouble, we’ve created this quick reference guide so you can arrive at the Sam Houston Race Park worry-free.

View the Something Wicked Directions and Parking Information!

Where to Stay

Houston is full of great places to stay for the Halloween event, but we’ve partnered with a couple hotels to fit a variety of budgets. Take advantage of these reduced rates just for Something Wicked attendees!

Learn more about Where to Stay for Something Wicked!

Afterparty at Stereo Live

Enjoy Something Wicked a little longer when Dyro and Arnej take over Stereo Live. Doors open at 9:00 PM for those 18 and up. We’ll see you there!

Buy your Afterparty Tickets!

VIP Table Reservations

Elevate your Wicked experience this Saturday, October 26th with your own Premium Table Service presented by Stereo Live Houston. Complete with your own bottles and VIP Hostess the tables will be located on an elevated platform by the main stage with five star security delegating all those entering and exiting your section.

Learn more about Something Wicked VIP Tables!

Festival Map

Something Wicked will have three separate areas of sound all decorated to your eeriest delights. Make sure you never miss anything Something Wicked has to offer by identifying the locations of each stage, concessions, merchandise booths, vendors, restrooms, VIP areas and the Planet Disco booth.

View the Something Wicked Festival Map!

Mobile App

Be sure to download our app to get updates and stay connected with the Halloween event.

Learn more about the Something Wicked Mobile App!

Costume Contest

We want to see what crazy costumes you came up with this Halloween season. We will be giving prizes for an assortment of categories.

Learn more about the Something Wicked Costume Contest!

Pumpkin Contest

This year at Something Wicked, we will be holding a pumpkin decorating contest on site.Whether you draw, paint, stencil or otherwise, you can create your own creative vision on a pumpkin canvas that will be provided to you. Enjoy some traditions of fall and then head out to the dance floor!

Learn more about the Something Wicked Pumpkin Contest!

Photo Booth

This year’s Halloween event will feature a free photo booth so you can take pictures with your friends in front of the officially spooky Something Wicked backdrop.

Learn more about the Something Wicked Photo Booth!

Planet Disco Booth

This year, the festival will be instituting a brand new set of green initiatives to keep the eerie event more environmentally friendly. The Planet Disco booth at Something Wicked will reward your festival recycling efforts with tons of prizes, including merchandise, posters and even tickets to Something Wicked next year!

Learn more about the Something Wicked Planet Disco Booth!

Guidelines and Reminders

Here are a few other guidelines and reminders to make sure you have a seamless and worry-free Something Wicked experience.

View the Something Wicked Guidelines and Reminders!

Ticket Reminders

We have a few ticket reminders to make sure you have a fun and carefree Wicked experience.

View the Something Wicked Ticket Reminders!