Halloween Countdown: Costumes, Crafts & Creepy Creations
Guests can get into the Halloween spirit with hands-on activities, including a pumpkin carving workshop and movie makeup demonstrations teaching spooky special effects. Visitors can craft unique costumes using paper bags or plastic fusion techniques and build paper Spookley the Square Pumpkin crafts. The event also features a special performance of Thriller by the Prodigy 17 Dance Company, where guests can learn the dance moves.
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 Official site
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Hours
Event: 9:00 am–5:00 pm. Movie Make-Up: 9 am–12 pm; Pumpkin Carving: 10 am–3 pm; Paper Bag Costumes: 1–4 pm; Thriller Dance performances: 11:30 am and 1:30 pm; DIY Costumes – Plastic Fusion and Spookley Square Pumpkin: all day.
Accessibility
All hallways, exhibits, and restrooms are handicap accessible, with wheelchair lifts available upon request.
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Tips & Advice
- Book tickets online in advance to save on admission compared to onsite kiosk rates.
- Make sure children wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes, as flip-flops, Crocs, and bare feet are strongly discouraged.
- Ensure strollers meet size limits (maximum 31 inches wide by 52 inches long), and note that strollers are not allowed in Brown Auditorium.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can adults visit the museum without a child?
No, to enter the museum, your group must include a child age 12 or younger.
Are there age restrictions for the pumpkin carving activity?
Pumpkin carving is limited to 12 participants at a time, is open to ages 7 and up, and is available while supplies last.
Can we bring our own food into the museum?
No, outside food is not permitted inside the museum, but meals and snacks can be purchased at the Fresh Café.
Are the Halloween activities included with admission?
Yes, activities, exhibits, and performances are included with general museum admission.
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