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A huge haunted carnival returns to Tampa Heights this weekend

a carnival scene. A merry go round is in the foreground, and a massive Ferris wheel is in the back
The Pied Piper Haunted Carnival

Spooky season is here in the city of Tampa! Pied Piper Productions celebrates its 3rd annual haunted carnival this weekend, October 26-29, outside Armature Works in Tampa Heights. The organization has put together a multi-day event that will bring spectacular frights to Tampa Heights. Enjoy over 200,000 square feet of carnival rides, a sky-high ferris wheel, sweet treats, and killer beats. Bring the family during the day or enjoy world-renowned DJs at the 21+ stage at night. You can reserve tickets to the carnival online.

Guests can enjoy terrifying carnival rides and nostalgic sugary eats like cotton candy, funnel cakes, and elephant ears. Visit early with the whole fam and take a photo on Pied Piper Productions’ Ferris Wheel or Merry-go-round with the backdrop of downtown Tampa and Armature Works.

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a carnival scene. A merry go round is in the foreground, and a massive Ferris wheel is in the back

Haunted Carnival brings terrifying rides, live music to Tampa Heights

After 7pm, beware as the carnival experience evolves into an elevated risqué spooky experience. Music lovers be sure to purchase a VIP pass and gain access to Pied Piper’s Killer Beats Stage with world-renowned DJs. The entire weekend will be end-capped with a set by the award-winning, chart-topping Steve Aoki.

Visitors are encouraged to come in costume with a chance to win the event’s $10,000 costume contest (cash and prizes)! The festivities take place in the Armature Works Field at 1910 N Ola Avenue. Visit the Carnival’s website for more details.

DJs Diplo and Quavo, in addition to Above and Beyond, will all perform this weekend at the carnival, too.

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