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Janelle Monáe launches Wonderween, a monthlong Halloween arts festival with events across Los Angeles

Partners with BACARDÍ for the "Rave Yard Mojito," inspired by their Vampire Beach theme

Also hosting AMC’s FearFest, Monáe is extending their love of Halloween and world-building to screens everywhere

For Janelle Monáe , Halloween isn’t just a night — it’s a universe.

“I love Halloween because it’s the one time the world gives itself permission to be creative,” the “Make Me Feel” artist, 39, exclusively tells PEOPLE. “For those of us who love worldbuilding and transforming into characters, it’s like, finally, everyone’s catching up.”

Monáe’s fascination with transformation runs deep. Their android alter ego, Cindi Mayweather, became an early canvas for their imaginatio

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