BOSTON GROWN-UPS MUSEUM: A Nightmare at the Museum(21+)

It’s time again for a thrilling night of fun. Put on your best costume, grab your friends, and experience a night of wicked whimsy at Boston Grown-Ups Museum; A Nightmare at the Museum!

Relive childhood fun by trick-or-treating through our classic exhibits and seasonal sensations like the Pumpkin Patch of Play Arcade! Spend your night creating creepy crafts, singing, dancing, and competing for spectacular prizes in our donut-eating competition and our costume contest.

Need refreshments after all that spooky spirit? Pick your poison with a specialty cocktail from one of our bars and enjoy savory bites from the Moyzilla food truck.

Growing up can wait, don't miss out on one of the most unique Halloween celebrations of the spooky season at Boston Grown-Ups Museum; A Nightmare at the Museum!

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Early Bird Ticket $25 available until Sunday, October 4, 2026

General Admission Ticket $30

Costumes must allow for verification of your identity. No weapons real or fake will be allowed at the event.

******Big Kids Only (21+) you must bring valid Government Issued ID******

Cash Bar (Credit Cards accepted)

Questions? For inquiries on group rates or any further questions please email BGM@BostonChildrensMuseum.org or call (617) 986-3648.

Advanced tickets are required and will be scanned upon entry.

********No refunds will be processed for this event.*********

This is a smoke free facility which includes cigarettes, vaping devices and any other smoking instruments. All violators will be asked to leave.

Boston Children’s Museum may record event attendees by photography, video, and/or audio for educational or promotional purposes.

Attendance at the event constitutes implied consent for the use of your likeness in Museum materials. If you prefer not to be recorded, please contact a staff member ahead of your visit or during check-in.