A Bloody Good Time for Curious Minds
We’re back with our spooky science spectacle, where science gets sinister. This ain’t no kids’ Halloween party: grown ghouls19+ get the chance to explore the eerie dome with a bewitching bevvy.
Step right up! For a shocking side of sideshow science, with performances by Neil E. Dee and his Danger Thrill show, featuring sword swallowing and more. Then dive into the darker side of discovery with forensic experiments that would make even a seasoned CSI investigator squirm.
Explore blood based criminology and learn the science based origins of some classic vampire mythology.
Details
Date October 30, 2025
Time 6pm – 10pm
Location: Science World
Tickets $44.95
Good Stuff to Know
- Tickets are Limited. Get yours before they sell out.
- Doors Open at 6pm. Make sure you have enough time for all the exciting activities.
- Food & Drink. Wine, beer and alcoholic-free sips; burgers and a limited edition shake at Triple O’s; popcorn and snacks at the Snack Lab—all available for purchase.
- Science Store is open. Pick up a souvenir to remember the good times.
- Wear a Costume. Check our costume policy before you plan a creepy costume.
BLOODY SCIENCE PROGRAMMING
“Danger Thrill show” by Neil E. Dee
“Vampire Science” with Dr Maria Gyongyossy-Issa
“Bloody Science” with bloody organizations!
Live Make Up Demo’s – Halloween Character Transformation
Location: Centre Stage
Timing: 6:30pm, 8:00pm, 9:30pm
At Centre Stage, watch Neil E. Dee, renowned as Canada’s wildest sword swallower, who has a flair for the macabre. From blades down the hatch to spine-tingling feats of pain and precision, his death-defying stunts channel the eerie spirit of sideshows past. Neil’s extreme performances will have you gasping, laughing, and peeking through your fingers
Bloody Science Schedule
| Time | Performance/Activity | Location |
| 6:00pm – 8:30pm | “Bloody Science” with bloody organizations! | Throughout Building |
| 6:00pm – 9:30pm | Live Make Up Demo’s – Halloween Character Transformation | Tinkering Gallery |
| 6:15pm | Neil E Dee Sideshow | Centre Stage |
| 6:30pm | Vampire talk | Science Theatre |
| 7:00pm | Science Show | Centre Stage |
| 7:30pm | Vampire talk | Science Theatre |
| 7:45pm | Neil E Dee Sideshow | Centre Stage |
| 8:30pm | Science Show | Centre Stage |
| 8:30pm | Vampire talk | Science Theatre |
| 9:15pm | Neil E Dee Sideshow | Centre Stage |
| 9:30pm | Vampire talk | Science Theatre |
The Fine Print
- 19+ Only. Don’t forget your government ID—no ID, no entry!
- All Sales Final. Tickets can’t be resold, refunded, or combined with other offers.
- Security Checks (and potential body searches). These keep the night smooth and safe.
Costume Policy
Visitor costumes are permitted at this special event.
Science World strives to create an environment where all visitors can feel safe and have an enjoyable experience. To support this, please be aware of the following costume policies:
- Costume weapons made of hard plastic or metal as well as those perceived as being too realistic are not permitted. Specific examples include (but are not limited to) guns, swords, spears, staves, axes, etc.
- Alterations to skin tone, hair, etc to represent another racial group are not permitted. These include (but are not limited to) blackface, brownface, afro wigs, etc.
- Culturally specific clothing and accessories from a background other than your own are not permitted. Examples include (but are not limited to) indigenous headgear and regalia, religious symbols, culturally specific clothing, etc.
Costumes which do not adhere to these policies may result in admission to the event being denied.
If you are uncertain of whether your costume choice may cause others to feel uncomfortable or unsafe, these questions from York University may be helpful:
- Is my costume depicting and perpetuating a stereotype or stigma associated with a particular race, culture or religion?
- Does my costume include a replication of a garment that is a significant component of a particular religion or culture of which I do not identify with?
- Is my costume depicting a historical time-period where that look/costume is now considered offensive and discriminatory?
- Does my costume represent elements of a culture or cultural practice that is being commoditized for consumption?
- Can I look in the mirror and confidently say that my costume choice would not be considered offensive to a particular race, ethnic origin, gender or religion?