Bones, Blood, & BOOze

Explore the scary at CSC during this adults-only Science After Dark event. Experience Dinosaurs! at night and learn about fossils. See a heart and make fake blood. Concoct potions of mysterious properties. Meet slithering and hissing creatures up close and more!

Check out Laser Fright Light show at 8 PM (seats limited). Beer & wine will also be available for donation.

Tickets

Pre-purchased tickets for this event are required to reserve your spot. Ticket quantities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Any remaining tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

• Non-Members (Adult): $15.00
• Members (Adult): $10.00

CSC Members

Members receive discounted admission to this event as part of your member benefits, but pre-registration is required to reserve your spot. Ticket quantities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

To receive your member discount for pre-registration, select the Register link in the top right corner of the screen to set up your login credentials. Your login email and address must exactly match the information we have on file with your membership. If the information is entered in differently, the system may not recognize your membership discount. If you have previously set up your login credentials, select the Sign In link to get started with your event registration. For assistance, please call the CSC office at (828) 322-8169 x. 300. Office hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Event Details

• Date: October 23, 2026  
• Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
• Location: CSC
• What to Expect: Explore the scary at CSC! Trek through all the exhibits for a scavenger hunt, discover your inner Mad Scientist, and explore bones (some quite old)! See the Laser Fright Light show at 8 PM. Beer & wine will also be available for donation.
• Tickets: Tickets purchased online may be redeemed during check-in at the admission desk. You may provide your name used for purchase or present a printout of your ticket or display the ticket electronically on your mobile device for check-in at the admission desk. Check your spam folder if you don't see your confirmation e-mail.
• No food or drink allowed in the planetarium.