Rock The Beach - Nightmare Before Curemas

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind musical journey with Nightmare Before Curemas, a thrilling themed concert by Lovesong, the Southeast’s premier The Cure tribute band! This limited-engagement show blends the haunting allure of Halloween with the festive charm of Christmas, inspired by Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. Perfect for fans of The Cure, goth, new wave, and holiday magic, this immersive experience delivers an unforgettable night of music, visuals, and good vibes.

Fronted by Rusty Wilmot, whose uncanny portrayal of Robert Smith captures The Cure’s iconic sound and style, Lovesong performs hits like “Just Like Heaven,” “Lovesong,” and “Friday I’m in Love,” alongside dark anthems from Depeche Mode, Nine Inch Nails, and Radiohead. The two-act show kicks off with Halloween Town, diving into moody tracks like “A Forest,” then transforms into Christmas Town, with lighter, festive tunes -including a Cure-style cover of Wham!’s “Last Christmas.” Expect skeleton costumes, Tim Burton-inspired makeup, dazzling lights, and immersive video effects that bring the stage to life. Fans are invited to dress in costumes from Corpse Bride, Beetlejuice, or other Burton classics for a fully interactive experience. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE BAND

Event Information

Key Details

Format: Two acts with a curated intermission video experience

Act 1: Halloween Town – Dark and edgy with songs like The Cure’s “A Forest,” Nine Inch Nails’ “Head Like a Hole,” and Misfits’ “Halloween”

Act 2: Christmas Town – Nostalgic and uplifting with tracks like WHAM!’s “Last Christmas,” Depeche Mode’s “Personal Jesus,” and The Cure’s “Just Like Heaven”

Features: Live 10-member cast of performers and musicians, themed costumes, intricate makeup, immersive video elements, and audience interaction

Location: Wave Terrace, an outdoor oceanfront venue

Tickets

General Admission — $15 + taxes and fees

Standing room only. Seating is not included or guaranteed.

VIP Tables — $40 per person + taxes and fees

Every VIP table includes reserved side-stage seating, front-of-stage standing access, VIP lanyards and complimentary event-day valet parking.

For every two VIP seats, choose one drink package:

• One bucket of beer
• One bottle of house wine
• One 375 mL bottle of Tito’s Vodka with mixers (approximately four drinks)

VIP Table Options

• Table for 2 — $80 + tax & fees: One drink package and valet parking for one car
• Table for 4 — $160 + tax & fees: Two drink packages and valet parking for two cars
• Table for 6 — $240 + tax & fees: Three drink packages and valet parking for three cars

All seats at a VIP table must be purchased together. Choose “Buy on Map” to select your table, or Eventbrite will assign one.

Make a Night of It

Stay steps away from the show and turn your concert night into a Hard Rock getaway.

Book Your Room: https://hrhdaytonabeach.rocks/tou

Know Before You Go

• All ages are welcome; shows are rated PG-13.
• Guests must be 21 or older with valid ID to drink.
• No personal chairs, outside food or beverages, weapons or illegal substances.
• Security screenings and bag checks are required.
• No re-entry.
• A full bar and limited food menu will be available.
• For dinner before the show, reserve a table at Sessions: 386-947-7387.

Refunds and Weather

Refunds are available up to seven days before the event. Eventbrite fees are non-refundable unless the event is canceled. If the event is canceled, full refunds will be issued. If postponed, tickets will be honored on the new date or may be refunded.

Parking

• Valet: $35 + tax per car
• Self-Parking: $25 + tax per car
• Motorcycles: $20 + tax

VIP tables include event-day valet parking. Overnight parking is not included. Self-parking is limited and available first-come, first served.

The public beach lot is not affiliated with Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach. A Volusia County permit is required, and parking is prohibited after 11 PM.

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