Recommended For children - Recommended for families with children ages 10 & under
October 18
6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
A Halloween-themed evening filled with scare-free entertainment and activities for the whole family! This event features night hikes, campfire stories, planetarium shows, children's games, a DJ dance party, and food & beverages.
Recommended for families with children aged 10 years and younger.
The Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium will offer a special showing of "The Little Star that Could" every 40 minutes from 6:15 pm to 8:30 pm.
By giving stars personalities, this classic program introduces children to the sun, moon, and planets seen in the day and night sky.
Volunteers are always needed. Contact our Volunteer Coordinator (hglainyk@waukeshacounty.gov) to find out how you or your organization can help!
$15 per carload - Entrance fee includes all activities
Friends of Retzer Nature Center Members receive FREE entrance into this event
262-548-7801
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