Courtesy photoFreek Week 2019 runs Oct. 26 through Oct. 31 at Meow Wolf in Santa Fe.
So what can you expect from Freek Week?
Here’s some information from Meow Wolf’s website:
Wednesday, Oct. 23
12pm-5pm – Open Studio
7pm-11pm – Cherry Glazerr with Prism Bitch: Presented by AMP Concerts & Meow Wolf
Touring their third full-length album, Cherry Glazerr brings a grunge flair to noise pop. With special act Prism Bitch, this all ages show is going to put the POWER in girl power. The explosivity of the ingenuity that both acts are going to bring to the stage will definitely rock all the Tits Off!
Thursday, Oct. 24
12pm-4pm – Open Studio
KID FRIENDLY EVENT!!! 4:30pm-6:30pm – Mini Meow Wolf Multiverse Workshop
Ever wondered what kind of creative state of mind we needed to be in to make the ~magic happen~ at House of Eternal Return? Find out for yourself by making a mini diorama from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.! Get in the Halloween spirit by dressing up your mini Meow Wolf with spooky bells and whistles. Hosted by Bryan Ko with all ages welcome.
7pm-10pm – Couples’ Art Therapy Workshop
Couples (loosely-defined) are invited to participate in art therapy: Halloween costume edition. From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., partners will participate in costume experientials while also learning about their past, present, and future selves. You know what they say, those who make art together, stay together! Hosted by Bryan Ko, Art Therapy graduate from Southwestern College. This event is 21+.
7pm-11pm – Maribou State
Electro-pop duo, Maribou State, will take the stage for a groove sesh from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Having completely sold out their UK-European tour earlier this year, we can’t wait to see what awaits us. Special guest Sea Moya rounds out the chill 21+ show.
Friday, Oct. 25
12pm-5pm – Open Studio
8pm-10pm – Adult Halloween Slime Time Workshop
Two words: Custom. Slime. Forget everything you thought you knew about regular slime and buckle into the Halloween edition! The adult workshop will take place from 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. with access to adult beverages at Float Cafe. Enjoy access to House of Eternal Return while you’re at it! The event is 21+.
Saturday, Oct. 26
KID FRIENDLY EVENT!!! 10am-12pm – Halloween Rock Workshop
Come over and paint rocks with us from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.! This all-ages event brings new life to the pet rock era.
KID FRIENDLY EVENT!!! 1pm-3pm – Halloween Neon Camouflage Workshop with Photoshoot
The Multiverse is a mysterious place filled with mysterious beings. Become one of those beings by painting your face neon from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.! But wait! If one blends into House of Eternal Return and doesn’t have a full-fledged photoshoot, does it even count? We say “no”! Learn some new photography skills and take your entire experience home with you. This event is open to all ages.
6pm-10pm – AudioBuddha’s Graveyard Grooves
Starting at 6 p.m., AudioBuddha will slay with a Graveyard Grooves DJ set in the Learning Center. There will also be some community murals to participate in! Come share your artistic ability and your funky dance moves until 10 p.m.. This event is 21+.
9pm-2am – Keys N Krates
The party rages on with Keys N Krates from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The mind-melding electronic band offers fresh takes on classic beats. As festival alums, they know how to crank up the jams and turn your Saturday night into a Saturday Night Fever situation!
Sunday, Oct. 27
KID FRIENDLY EVENT!!! 12pm-4pm – Make-O-Ween
We’ve got a family-friendly, fair-style event that’s got crafts, pumpkin painting, a DJ, popcorn; the whole shebang! There will also be some spooky characters in House of Eternal Return ready to give you a slight fright. All ages are welcome from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.!
KID FRIENDLY EVENT!!! 4:30pm-8pm – Bollywood Halloween Flashmob Workshop
Picture this: Bollywood style Thriller choreography. Now add in a flashmob. Now add yourself! Learn the iconic routine of Thriller with DJ Prashant’s Bollywood flair and then perform it in House of Eternal Return! This is an all-ages event.
7pm-11pm – Bedtime Stories (NOT THE KIND YOU TELL YOUR KIDS!!!)
From 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., friends of Meow Wolf will be taking the stage for Bedtime Stories, our Neo-Burlesque Variety Show. This month’s title: Phantasmagoria. The event is 21+.
Monday, Oct. 28
KID FRIENDLY EVENT!!! 10am-12pm – Toddler Tales
Story hour, AKA Toddler Tales, is open to all ages!
12pm-5pm – Open Studio
GREAT FOR TWEENS/TEENS!!! 6pm-8pm – Cosplay Basics with Cafe Quartz
Our pals at Cafe Quartz are hosting a cosplay workshop for first-timers. Cosplay, or “costume play,” is turning yourself into someone you admire, usually a character of some sort. It’s not unlike putting together a Halloween costume, but the devil is in the details! This is an all-ages event.
7pm-12am – Spafford
Jam band Spafford is coming by! They will be playing from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. in their classic, intentionally-unintentional style. VIP ticket holders will even get to spend some quality time with them before the show! This event is 21+.
Monday, Oct. 28
KID FRIENDLY EVENT!!! 10am-12pm – Toddler Tales
Story hour, AKA Toddler Tales, is open to all ages!
12pm-5pm – Open Studio
GREAT FOR TWEENS/TEENS!!! 6pm-8pm – Cosplay Basics with Cafe Quartz
Our pals at Cafe Quartz are hosting a cosplay workshop for first-timers. Cosplay, or “costume play,” is turning yourself into someone you admire, usually a character of some sort. It’s not unlike putting together a Halloween costume, but the devil is in the details! This is an all-ages event.
7pm-12am – Spafford
Jam band Spafford is coming by! They will be playing from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. in their classic, intentionally-unintentional style. VIP ticket holders will even get to spend some quality time with them before the show! This event is 21+.
