CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- Get into the Halloween spirit at the Museum of Science and Industry's two-week Boo Fest!
During Boo Fest, museum guests can explore specially decorated exhibits, examine the science of Halloween with pumpkin drops and slime, try their hand at eyeball dissection, and more. You can even go trick-or-treating on Halloween weekend!
Learn more about the Museum of Science and Industry's Boo Fest festivities below:
Boo Fest Activities
Haunted ToyMaker
Something has gone wrong in MSI's popular ToyMaker 3000 exhibition. Tour the factory and discover the skeleton crew that is now haunting the assembly line! Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Dissect an Eye at MSI
Dissect a cow eyeball in this insightful 20-minute experience. Note: Additional ticket purchase required. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Those under 16 must be accompanied by a Lab-ticketed chaperone (18 or older).
Live Science Experiences
• Pumpkin Drop: Watch pumpkins drop from MSI’s balcony for a messy demonstration about energy.
• Frankenslime: Watch MSI bring this creepy chemistry concoction to life!
Halloween Motion Ride Simulators
MSI's Motion Ride simulators are getting into the spirit with two Halloween rollercoaster-like experiences. Note: Additional ticket purchase required.
• Haunted Mine takes you through a mine in the old West. This experience is virtual and does not take place in the Coal Mine.
• Superstition features ghost, goblins, vampires and monsters with horror TV host Elvira as your guide.
Museum Park Café
Harvest time has arrived! Take a break in this decorated outdoor area and enjoy seasonal food for purchase, as well as freshly grilled items, an espresso bar, beer, and wine.
Trick or Treat
Bring a bag and search for trick-or-treating stops throughout the museum on Halloween weekend - Saturday, Oct. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 31 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Wear a costume!
Get into the spirit by wearing a costume. Just remember that everyone over age 2 must wear a cloth face covering while inside the museum. Other costume elements or makeup must not interfere with the protective function of your face covering. Please leave any costume weapons at home.
The Museum of Science and Industry also noted that the Coal Mine and U-505 On-Board Tour will remain closed during this event.
Boo Fest activities are included in museum entry, except where noted. Boo Fest runs from Friday, Oct. 15 through Sunday, Oct. 31, with Friday, Oct. 29 reserved exclusively for MSI members. The museum is closed on Mondays.
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