Halloween at the Museum
Visitors can trick-or-treat through selected galleries for non-food collectibles and take part in interactive projects in the CoLab. The Thomas Planetarium offers spooky storytelling for young children, while the Discovery Center hosts hands-on spooky science demonstrations. Costumed guests can also enjoy complimentary punch and cookies, dance to Halloween hits in the atrium, and collect treat bags upon exit.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Included with admission; free for museum members.
Hours
Event: 3–6 p.m.; Trick-or-treat in the Galleries: 3–5:30 p.m.; Treat Station: 3–6 p.m.; Halloween Toddler Dance Party: 4–6 p.m.; CoLab-orative Activities: 3–5 p.m.; Blink: Spooky Storytime in the Dome: 3:30–4:30 p.m.; Spooky Science Demonstrations: 4–5 p.m.
Ages
All ages, with storytime for ages 5 and younger
Neighborhood
Downtown Anchorage
Food & Drink
Costumed visitors can get a complimentary cookie and cup of punch at the atrium station, and small bags of sweet treats are available at the Museum Store upon exit.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- RSVP in advance to skip the line.
- Wear a costume to receive complimentary cookies and punch at the atrium cafe station.
- Stop by the Museum Store at the end of your visit to pick up a small bag of sweet treats.
Special Events & Promotions
- The Halloween Toddler Dance Party takes place in the Atrium from 4–6 p.m.
- Free for museum members.
Links & Contact
Run by The Anchorage Museum Association
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are costumes allowed?
Yes, costumes are encouraged for visitors.
What items are handed out during gallery trick-or-treating?
Trick-or-treating in the selected galleries features non-food collectibles.
Are there activities geared toward toddlers and young children?
Yes, there is a toddler dance party in the atrium as well as spooky storytelling in the Thomas Planetarium for children ages 5 and younger.
Will any candy or sweet treats be provided?
Yes, costumed visitors receive a cookie and punch at the atrium cafe, and small candy treat bags are provided at the Museum Store upon exit.
What takes place in the Discovery Center?
The Innovation Zone of the Discovery Center features spooky science demonstrations with hands-on investigation.
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