State Street Halloween Party
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| State Street Halloween Party | |
|---|---|
| File:Halloween on State Street.JPG State Street Halloween Party, Madison, WI | |
| Begins | 7:00 pm |
| Ends | 1:30 am |
| Date | Sun, Oct, 31st 2010 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Location | State St. Madison, WI |
| First occurrence | 1979[1][2] |
| Participants | 100k people |
The State Street Halloween Party is an annual Halloween party in Madison, Wisconsin.
State Street has gained recognition as a gathering place for tens of thousands of party-goers from several states on Halloween. In recent years, the celebrations have become a point of contention in local government, and have seen crowds of approximately 100,000, many dressed in costume.[3][4]
The Halloween celebration, which lasts all weekend, has often culminated in rioting, contributing to the "wild" reputation of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The cost of additional police force, the potential of damage to local businesses, and the protection of the city's reputation have prompted the concern of Madison leaders, some of whom have suggested canceling the event altogether. The university has also taken steps to curtail Halloween mayhem, including restrictions on guests at University residence halls during the weekend.
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City government influence
In the summer of 2006, Mayor Dave Cieslewicz unveiled the city's plan for the upcoming Halloween events on State Street. The plan at its core consisted of blocking off State Street, charging five dollars for admission from select points of entry and closing off the street at midnight.[5]
As of 2006, the city government officially calls the party "Freakfest." It includes both films and live performances by nationally known bands. The 2008 version of Freakfest had O.A.R. as its headliner and took place on November 1.[6]
Attendance and arrest rates
Ever since it was changed to a city-organized event in 2006, attendance has grown steadily while the number of arrests have declined:[7][8][9]
| Year | Attendance | Arrests | Arrest Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 60,000 to 70,000[10] | 0[11] | 0% |
| 2002 | 65,000[12] | ||
| 2003 | 65,000 Fri; 40,000 Sat[13] | 350 (180 Fri, 170 Sat)[13] | 0.27% Fri, 0.43% Sat |
| 2004 | 80,000[14] | ||
| 2005 | 100,000[15] | 334[16] to 566[7][17] | 0.33% to 0.57% |
| City government took control of event from the university student government | |||
| 2006 | 32,000 | 148[18] to 230[7] | 0.46% to 0.72% |
| 2007 | 34,000 | 181 (55 Fri, 126 Sat)[19] | 0.53% |
| 2008 | 38,000 | 77 | 0.20% |
| 2009 | 44,000 | 47 | 0.11% |
2010 Bands Playing
- This list is incomplete; you can help by expanding it.
- To be announced.
Previous Bands
Many notable bands have played at the State Street Halloween Party. In previous years a few national band headlined the party along with local bands.
2009 Bands
- Third Eye Blind[20] an alternative rock band formed in the early 1990s in San Francisco.
- Cage The Elephant[20] a rock band from Bowling Green, Kentucky where they were originally known as "Perfect Confusion."
- Push Play[20] a rock band formed in Long Island, NY.
- Hot Chelle Rae[20] an alternative rock band formed in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2005.
- Priscilla Renea[20]
- Locksley[20] a four-piece rock band that was originally formed in Madison, Wisconsin in 2003, but is now based in Brooklyn.
- The Nod[20]
- Fever Marlene[20] a rock band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.
- Green Means Go[20]
- Sweet Grass[20]
- DJ Will Calder[20]
2008 Bands
- O.A.R.[21] an American rock band originally from Ohio State University.
- Donavon Frankenreiter[21] a surfer and mellow pop musician from San Clemente, California.
- The Hard Lessons[21] a Motown and soul band from Detroit
- Thriving Ivory[21] a five-member American rock band who originated in Santa Barbara, California before relocating to San Francisco, California.
- The Dollyrots[21] a punk bubblegum pop band originally from Florida who are now based in Los Angeles, California.
- Natty Nation[21] a reggae band from Madison, Wisconsin.
- Awesome Car Funmaker[21] a pop glam band from Madison, Wisconsin.
- The Box Social[21] an American rock band from the Midwestern United States based in Madison, Wisconsin
- Blueheels[21] an indie rock band from Neenah, Wisconsin.
- The Mighty Short Bus[21] a rock band from Madison, Wisconsin.
Hours & Tickets
Hours:The event will be held from 7 p.m. on Oct. 31, to 1:30 a.m. on Nov. 1.
Tickets:Tickets can be purchased in advance for $7 each. Organizers said that those seeking to buy tickets will be allowed to purchase up to four tickets. People can purchase tickets on the day of the event for $10 each.
References
- ^ http://www.dane101.com/adventure/2009/10/08/danetube_halloween_on_state_street_1979
- ^ http://badgerherald.com/news/2005/10/26/madisons_halloween_h.php
- ^ Channel 3000
- ^ The Daily Page
- ^ Channel 3000
- ^ Knutsen, Kristian (2008-09-24). "O.A.R. to headline Freakfest 2008 Halloween party in Madison". The Isthmus. http://www.isthmus.com/daily/article.php?article=23831. Retrieved 2008-12-09.
- ^ a b c http://badgerherald.com/news/2006/10/30/success_far_fewer_ar.php
- ^ http://badgerherald.com/news/2007/10/28/arrests_down_for_fre.php
- ^ http://badgerherald.com/news/2009/11/02/freakfest_attracts_4.php
- ^ http://badgerherald.com/news/2001/10/28/halloween_homecoming.php
- ^ http://www.dailycardinal.com/criminal-activity-low-on-halloween-night-1.763584
- ^ http://badgerherald.com/news/2002/12/06/police_will_not_take.php
- ^ a b http://www.dailycardinal.com/halloween-crowds-turn-chaotic-1.763191
- ^ http://badgerherald.com/news/2004/11/19/officials_revisit_ha.php
- ^ www.dailycardinal.com/article/17691
- ^ http://badgerherald.com/news/2007/10/29/arrests_down_for_2nd.php
- ^ www.dailycardinal.com/article/17691
- ^ http://badgerherald.com/news/2007/10/29/arrests_down_for_2nd.php
- ^ http://badgerherald.com/news/2007/10/30/one_day_later_police.php
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k http://www.channel3000.com/freakfest/index.html
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Freakfest On State Street FAQ Information". Chanel3000. http://www.channel3000.com/entertainment/17757635/detail.html. Retrieved 2009-12-22.
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