Spookfest Activity Schedule

All activities are subject to change. Supplies limited. All activities run from 10:00 – 4:00 unless otherwise noted.

Jumping Spiders | Location: Creative Corner
Make your very own jumping spider and add it to this special, one day only art installation inside of Creative Corner! Guests will be able to either leave their spider as part of the art installation, or they can take their spider home with them.

Boo Buddies | Location: Maker Studio
Using laser cut Jack-O-Lanterns or Ghosts and pipe cleaners, you’ll be able to make your very own wearable Boo Buddie!

Science Laboratory | Location Periodic Table
Learn about the functions of the brain as you perform surgery, create smoldering chemical experiments, watch creatures emerge from a magic cauldron and more at this fun science filled display!

Skele-fun | Location: PNC Learning Lab
Bone up on your skeleton knowledge in the PNC Learning Lab!

Candy Catapults | Location: Engineerium
Test how far and accurately you can launch candy as you use the supplied materials to build your own catapult!

40,000 Leagues | Location: Nature Works
Dive into the abyss as you explore the the creepy animals that call the darkness of the ocean home. Learn about the adaptions that make survival possible at such an extreme depth!

Act Natural: Monster Movement Showdown | Location: Tapped Out Classroom
Explorers will engineer their way through a series of checkpoints, adding and adapting their movements along the way to bring their chosen monster character to life. Will you become a vampire, werewolf, ghost, zombie, or another spooky character? Test, adapt, and move your way to the finish!

The Great Pumpkin Drop sponsored by United Rentals | Simple Machines at Play 11:00 AM, 12:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 PM
What happens when pumpkins get dropped from a great height? See which pumpkin make she biggest “splat”!

Spooky Stage Show | Location: Maze Park 4:15 PM
Learn about the spooky side of science as Educator Jordan shows some of his favorite Halloween themed science experiments!

Costume Contest | Location: Maze Park 4:45 PM
Show off your costume and compete for prizes! Prizes will be given to the best costume in each category.
Categories: Ages 0 – 4, Ages 5 – 9, Ages 10+ and Family.

Laser Spooktacular | Location: Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium 1:00, & 3:00 PM
Enjoy some of your favorite family-friendly Halloween classics spiced up with spectacular 3D lasers and smoke effects at the Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium!
*Additional ticket required, click here for more information

Laser KPop Demon Hunters | Location: Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium 1:00, & 3:00 PM
Dive into the high-energy world of Laser K-Pop Demon Hunters, a laser show designed to thrill fans of all ages. Dazzling laser effects bring the pulse-pounding music of the hit movie K-Pop Demon Hunters to life in a spectacular, unforgettable experience.
*Additional ticket required, click here for more information

Plus, there will be candy and treats for guests with various allergens available as you explore Science City!

PLEASE NOTE: For the safety of our younger guests, Union Station does not allow costumes or cosplay that include a mask or face covering for guests 13 and older.

Roasting Pumpkins & Seeds with Sherry in Science City’s Test Kitchen

Ingredients:

• 1 2-3lb. sugar pumpkin (also known as pie or baking pumpkin)
• 1 Tbsp cooking oil of your choice 1 pinch of salt

Procedure:

1. 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. 2. Cut the pumpkin in half from stem to bottom.
3. 3. Scrape out the seeds and strings with a scooper or sharp spoon. Save the seeds for roasting!
4. 4. Brush the pumpkin flesh with oil and salt.
5. 5. Place the pumpkin flesh down on a baking sheet and pierce the skin to let steam escape.
6. 6. Bake for 50 minutes
7. 7. Remove from the oven and let the pumpkin cool for 10 minutes before handling.
8. 8. Remove outer skin and use the flesh for recipes that require pumpkin.
9. 9. You could makes soup or a pie! Fresh pumpkin in recipes taste great!

Don’t forget the seeds!

1. 1. Clean the seeds from the pulp and let them air dry completely on a paper towel.
2. 2. Arrange the dried seeds on a baking sheet and drizzle with cooking oil. Add salt and toss.
3. 3. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until crisp and light golden brown.
4. 4. Cool completely
5. 5. They are ready to eat, or you can store them in a sealed container for about a week.