Enter the Dark Rituals: live bands, burlesque, dark theatre & a costume contest at QXT’s Gothic Fetish Masquerade Ball. 21+About this Event
BAPHORA and QXT's Presents: DARK RITUALS
Gothic Fetish Masquerade Ball
Seven live acts. Gothic classics. Underground sounds. A night behind the mask.
On Sunday, October 18, enter DARK RITUALS at QXT’s in Newark—a Gothic Fetish Masquerade Ball bringing together live music, dark theatre, burlesque, go-go, and LED performances.
From Bauhaus covers to emo punk, gothic rock, and industrial rebellion, discover seven acts united by the spirit of the underground.
THE LIVE LINEUP
🖤 LOST IN ECHOES — Gothic CoversGritty, dark, and moody. Lost in Echoes perform covers of Bauhaus, The Sisters of Mercy, and The Cramps, bringing gothic classics and raw rock ’n’ roll energy to the masquerade.
🔥 ETHAN NOX — Emo PunkEmo punk vibes for hearts that feel everything. Ethan Nox brings a dose of alternative spirit to the night—come find your place among fellow outsiders.
⚡ BRAIN CANDY — Alternative / Punk / MetalStraight from New York City, Brain Candy bring together alternative, punk, and metal. Heavy riffs, melodic hooks, and punk attitude make this a set for anyone craving a louder night.
🌙 MIDNIGHT PSYCHIC — Post-Punk / Goth RockNew Haven’s Midnight Psychic bring post-punk and goth rock to DARK RITUALS. Step into their corner of the underground and let the masquerade take a darker turn.
🩸 BAPHORA — Dark Alt-Pop / Gothic IndustrialA distinctive low alto voice, a masked presence, and a theatrical vision. BAPHORA blends dark alt-pop and gothic industrial into a ritual of live vocals, movement, and mystery.
THIS IS NOT MUSIC — THIS IS A RITUAL.
🥀 ONWARD DEBACLE — Dark Western PunkNew York City dark western punk brings a different shade of rebellion to the lineup. Discover Onward Debacle where western imagery meets the spirit of the underground.
💣 BLOOD GRENADE — Industrial PunkIndustrial punk from Central New York, built around machine-powered protest songs. Blood Grenade bring resistance and a confrontational edge to the night.
MORE THAN A CONCERT
🎭 Dark Theatre🔥 Burlesque & Go-Go✨ LED Performances🔮 Tarot🖤 Vendor: Morgue Doll👑 Best Costume Contest
Bring your boldest, darkest, or most imaginative look and take your moment in the spotlight.
Masks encouraged. Gothic, fetish-inspired, and creative attire welcome. Lace, leather, velvet, corsets—make the night your own.
Come with your coven or arrive solo. Meet the artists, discover new sounds, and become part of DARK RITUALS.
📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026📍 QXT’s · 248 Mulberry Street, Newark, NJ 07102🕡 Doors: 6:30 PM · Show: 7 PM · Until 1 AM🎟 Admission: $20 · Eventbrite or at the door🔞 21+🍸 Full Bar · Food Menu
Get your ticket. Choose your mask. Enter the ritual.
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Event venue
QXT’s, 248 Mulberry Street, Newark, United States
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