Monster’s Ball

Get ready for a frightfully fun twist on our annual Halloween celebration! Bring the whole family for a day packed with science, surprises, and spooky fun. 🧌 Monsterkins – First 100 kids through the door get a free Monsterkin plush. 🧪 Spooky Science Demos – Hair-raising experiments and spooky science throughout the day, including our popular Pumpkin Explosion! 🎃💥 🐍 Animal Tales: Exotic Animal Encounters – Meet amazing creatures up close! 🎨 Face Painting – Transform into your favorite ghoul or goblin. 🍧 Holly Jolly Snow Cones – Cool treats available for purchase. 🧇 Lolly’s Waffle Bar – Delicious waffles available for purchase. 📖 Haunted Bookshop – Spooky story time and vendor table. 🎃🏆 Costume Contest Come dressed to impress for our Halloween Costume Contest! Whether you’re creepy, creative, funny, or downright adorable, we want to see what you’ve got. Contestants can sign up in the Atrium at the beginning of the event in one of four categories: 6 & Under, Ages 7–12, Ages 13–17, and Family/Group. Our Exploreum judges will select three finalists from each category, but the final decision is up to YOU! Finalists will be announced in the Atrium after the Great Pumpkin Explosion then, the crowd will vote for their favorite with plenty of claps, cheers, and screams. The contestant with the loudest crowd reaction in each category will take home a prize! Which could include a family membership, admission tickets, or a gift certificate from the gift shop. So grab your costumes, bring your best Halloween spirit, and get ready to make some noise for your favorites! 👻🎃 🎬 Special Feature: Monsters University Showtimes: 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. (Advance tickets encouraged – seating is limited! Tickets are non-refundable/non-transferable.) Come dressed in your favorite family-friendly spooky attire and join us for a monstrously good time. $12 for Non Members/Free for Members Theater seating is limited, get your tickets today!