Come in costume and enjoy an evening of cocktails and cosmic curiosities for our eighth annual Museum of the Macabre party. It promises to deliver extraterrestrial experiences, and special exhibits outdoors and inside the Museum’s galleries. This year’s tricks and treats will explore out of this world phenomena!
Costume contest (see below for details)
Outdoor movie screening of Mars Attacks from Westside Video
Treats for sale from Areperia 831 and Incubator Kitchen, local beer from Discretion Brewing, and curated cocktails
21+ | Admission includes one free drink ticket + 1 Inflatable Planetarium ticket (1st come, 1st served) Online presale discounts end on October 25 $35 at the door — Space is limited Become a Member!
Dress on theme for a chance to win a costume prize! This year’s theme is outer space!
Costumes should not be obstructive or offensive in nature.
Costumes should not contain sharp or pointed objects, or materials that may accidentally strike guests or exhibits.
Costumes should not contain any elements which resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.
Accessibility
The event will occur at Tyrrell Park and inside the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
Limited number of tickets available and online presale discounts end October 25.
Please follow local guidelines for COVID safety at the time of the event.
The Museum and restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Additional portable restrooms will be available in Tyrrell Park.
Park festivities will be on both level and slanted grass.
The movie and costume contest will occur in the amphitheater behind the Museum where there are steps to enter. Both will be visible from the grass above.
Please leave your pets at home. Trained service animals are permitted.
