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Warped Tour Pre-Parties Take Over Orlando!

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October 31, 2025

Orlando Gets a Full Week of Pre-Party Events Before the Main Warped Tour Orlando Festival on Nov 15 & 16

For a generation of music fans, the Vans Warped Tour was more than a concert—it was a summer rite of passage. And while the iconic traveling festival may have played its final cross-country run (or has it?), its spirit is alive and well in Orlando as the final edition of the multi-day, three city Warped Tour 2025 prepares to kick off. Get ready to dust off your band tees and lace up your Vans, because Orlando is about to become the epicenter of nostalgia. Here’s your guide to the can’t-miss pre-party events leading up to the main Warped Tour Orlando show.

Kickflips and Community: The Harvest Jam (Nov. 8)

The festivities kick off not with a guitar riff, but with the sound of skateboards hitting concrete. On Friday, November 8, the legendary Skate Park of Tampa hosts the annual Harvest Jam All Ages Contest, presented by Vans Warped Tour. This very event has launched the careers of pros like Jamie Foy, Zion Wright, and Fabiana Delfino. Whether you’re a competitor ready to drop in or a fan cheering from the sidelines, you’re in for a full day of incredible skating and authentic community vibes. Plus, you’ll have the chance to score tons of exclusive Vans Warped Tour merch. It’s the perfect, high-energy start to the Warped weekend.

The Wall Street Takeover: A Four-Day Warped World (Nov. 13-16)

From November 13-16, downtown Orlando itself will transform into “Warped World” during the Warped Wall-Street Takeover. This free, bar-crawl style event takes over Wall Street & Court Street, offering a nostalgic celebration open to everyone. Imagine: the city blocks buzzing with fellow fans, themed food trucks serving up Warped-inspired fare, and the pop-up Warped Pour bar slinging specialty drinks. The fun continues with trivia nights testing your scene knowledge and post-festival BBQs following the main shows on November 15 and 16. This takeover ensures the energy doesn’t fade when the encore ends, creating an unforgettable weekend of food, drinks, and community in the heart of downtown.

The Ultimate Nostalgia Pre-Game: Warped Tour Befores x Emo Nite (Nov. 14)

On the eve of the main event, Thursday, November 14, the tour joins forces with a phenomenon born from the same era: Emo Nite. Held at The Beacham, this special edition party is the definitive pre-game. Leave the live bands at the door—this night is all about the DJ-spun anthems that defined a generation. Scream your heart out to the emo and pop-punk hits you know and love, surrounded by a community that gets it. With surprise guests promised and a non-stop mix of nostalgia, the Warped Tour Befores x Emo Nite is the perfect way to warm up your vocal cords for the day to come.

So, mark your calendars and gather your crew. In Orlando, the Vans Warped Tour is more than a show—it’s a week-long festival of nostalgia, skating, and shared memories. The stage is set for an unforgettable celebration.

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That visibility is nothing new for Palace. Owned by Tom Donall, a co-founder of Miami Beach Pride, Palace has spent nearly four decades building its reputation as one of the most iconic LGBTQ+ venues in Miami Beach. For locals and visitors alike, it has become a go-to destination for drag entertainment, brunch, nightlife, and community on Ocean Drive.

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