PROJECT LEVEL UP — DLC: HALLOWEEN AFTERMATH

PROJECT LEVEL UP — DLC: HALLOWEEN AFTERMATH
Family fun by day. Frights & XP by night.

Join us at Nexus Waco for a full-day Halloween celebration that levels up the gaming experience—candy and games for families in the afternoon, then an 18+ afterparty at night featuring a live DJ, raffles, drinks, and a $500 cash costume contest.

Bring the whole crew for a day packed with Halloween fun and gaming!

• Trick-or-treat candy stations throughout the venue
• Open play on PCs & consoles
• Family mini-tournaments: Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Rock-Paper-Scissors
• Minute-to-Win-It games with candy prizes
• Youth Costume Contest @ 3:00 PM
• Family raffles at 3:00 PM & 5:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets: $10 per person

When the lights dim, the beats drop, and the real party begins.
Join us for The Aftermath — the 18+ Halloween afterparty featuring music, prizes, and drinks all night long.

🔥 Highlights:

• Live DJ & light show
• Themed cocktails and Halloween “trash can punch” mixes (21+ only)
• Raffles for gaming gear, gift cards, and more
• $500 CASH COSTUME CONTEST 🏆
• • 🥇 $300
  • 🥈 $125
  • 🥉 $75
• Themed photo backdrop & professional photographer

🎟️ Tickets:

• Presale: $20 (includes 3 drink/raffle tickets)
• Door: $25 (includes 2 drink/raffle tickets)
• Extra Tickets: $10 each or 3 for $20 (1 drink OR 1 raffle entry per ticket; alcohol redemption 21+ only)

🕓 Night Schedule:

• 10:00 PM — Doors open, DJ starts
• 11:30 PM — Raffle #1
• 12:30 AM — Costume Contest (cash prizes)
• 1:30 AM — Final raffle
• 2:00 AM — Event ends

Location: Nexus Waco — 1603 Washington Ave, Waco, TX
Located near downtown Waco and Baylor campus.
Free parking available around the building — please observe posted signs.

Accessibility:

• Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restrooms
• Staff available to assist with access or seating if needed

• The Aftermath is 18+ only (valid ID required at entry).
• 21+ wristbands required to redeem any drink tickets for alcohol.
• Family event and The Aftermath are separately ticketed.
• All drinks are distributed through a ticket exchange system (no direct alcohol sales).
• Costumes are encouraged for both events (family-friendly by day).
• No outside food or beverages allowed.
• Be kind, be respectful — Nexus is a safe, inclusive space for all.

🕛 12:00–5:00 PM — Family Fright Fest
🎭 3:00 PM — Youth Costume Contest & Family Raffle
🕔 5:00–9:00 PM — Venue Reset & Setup
🎧 10:00 PM–2:00 AM — The Aftermath (18+)
🏆 12:30 AM — $500 Costume Contest (Adult)
🎁 Raffles throughout the day and night

By attending, you consent to photos and videos being taken for Nexus Waco’s social media and future promotional content. Come dressed to impress — you might be featured in our recap reel!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

1603 Washington Ave, 1603 Washington Avenue, Waco, United States

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