Exploring Everyday Philadelphia

Philadelphia’s Academy of Natural Sciences on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway is offering a family-friendly Halloween celebration which is guaranteed to be both entertaining and educational for kids (from 6-16 years old) and their parents (one adult per three children). From 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, to 9 a.m. Sunday, the academy welcomes you to stay overnight among the oddities, monsters, and mummies within the museum to learn about these fascinating creatures. There will also be a costume contest, trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, and a live animal show of nocturnal creatures, perfect for the spirit of the season.

Check-in is from 6:30-7 p.m. on Oct. 25. Children get in for $35 (for members) or $40 (for non-members). Adults get in for $30 (for members) and $35 (for non-members). A deposit of $10 is due by Oct. 17, and the rest of the balance at the door. The fees cover food, and the next day’s admission. For more information or to register, call the museum number, 215-299-1060.