Saturday and Sunday, October 19 and 20 Friday, Saturday, Sunday, October 25 – 27 9AM – 3PM Each Day* Members: $25 Public: $30
*October 19, Event Hours: 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Join us for Goblin Jamboree, where Halloween magic meets playful fun!
From crafting creepy creatures at Build-a-Beast to diving into the glowing Slime Swamp, this family favorite is packed with spooky fun. With every activity, you’re not just having a blast— your kiddos are learning AND you’re helping bring joyful learning to kids across the Bay Area. So gather your goblins, put on your costumes, and let’s celebrate!
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Goblin Breakfast Bash
Saturday, October 19
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Support the museum in a bigger way and be the first to experience Goblin Jamboree at Goblin Breakfast Bash! Experience the festival before the crowds and with extra tricks-and-treats, including catered breakfast, hand-crafted espresso drinks, and a BOO-gie dance party.
Ready, Set, Goblin!
Learn more about some of our pumpkinspired and unboolievable programming:
- The Slime Swamp: Welcome to the Emerald Bayou, where crickets chirp, frogs sing and gators lurk beneath…but beware! The glow of the emerald bayou can pull you in…
- Witch’s Kitchen: What’s cookin’? Conjure some brews and help us paint a forest of fantasy in the Mud Kitchen!
- Befriend a Bug with the Beetlelady: Our friend the Beetlelady is coming to town with her scaly and many-legged bug buddies! Live insect demonstrations will happen the first 15 minutes of every hour (weekends only).
- Cozy Campfire: Relax and cozy up with plush campfires and books for camp stories.
🎶 Boogie along to live music from our friends, DJ Mancub and Wasska Project - Discover buried treasures and hidden gems left by pirates in Pirates Cove (BADM Beach)!
- Build-a-Beast: Heads, shoulders, horns and toes! Bring to life a one-of-a-kind monster, using colorful collage paper. Bring your paper creations to life using paper, hole punchers and brads.
- Slither n’ Swim Prints : Create surreal animal prints of fish, turtles, lizards and other scaly creatures.
- Find the Goblins of BADM hiding and hanging around the museum for a special prize in our Scavenger Hunt
Goblin Jamboree FAQ
Do I need tickets if I’m a member?
Yes, members can purchase discounted tickets to visit during Goblin Jamboree. Annual membership covers year-round family visitation and only excludes museum closures and our annual fundraiser.
Can I come for Member Hour and not pay for Goblin?
Members are asked to purchase tickets, including during Member Hour for the five days of Goblin. Come see how the museum has been transformed into a magical Halloween experience!
Is Goblin an all-inclusive event?
Yes! Tickets for Goblin Jamboree include admission to the museum and access to all our special Halloween programming, including live music!
Can I bring food?
We always encourage visitors to pack snacks! Food is available for purchase at Bean Sprouts Cafe, but expect longer wait times!
Will there be trick-or-treating?
At Goblin, experience Halloween without the sugar crash! There is so much fun to be had, without the sweets!
What if I have a WIC or EBT card?
No reservation required; $3 tickets are guaranteed at the door!
Thank You To Our Corporate Sponsors!
