Minus18's Spooky Spectacular

IT'S HALLOWEEN, AND THAT MEANS IT'S TIME TO PARTY!

Minus18 is SpoOoOOoOoOoky Spectacular is BACK and bigger than ever! 🕸️

And this year we're TAKING OVER SCIENCEWORKS (including the Planetarium!) to bring you the most spectacular Halloween party, just for LGBTQIA+ youth aged 12 to 19.

This is your chance to throw on a killer costume, hit the dance floor, and vibe with your queer youth community – in a space that's made for you. We’re talking great music, a fierce costume contest (with prizes!), and plenty of snacks to keep you fuelled. 

It’s all about connecting, celebrating, and having a fang-tastic time 🧛🏽. Don’t miss out on one of the best nights of the year – this is where you want to be. 👻

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Please note that visual experiences in the Beyond Perception gallery may trigger seizures for people living with photosensitive epilepsy. Minus18 is working with Science Gallery to minimise photosensitive material being displayed during this event. 

Here’s what you need to know:

• WHEN: Saturday 5th October, 2024
• TIME: 6pm to 9pm 
  
• WHERE: Scienceworks: 2 Booker St, Spotswood Victoria
• COST: FREE (free ticket includes access to Scienceworks)
• AGE: 12 to 19 ONLY 
  

What should I expect at this in-person event?

• Drag, DJs and a big dance floor!
• Exploring Scienceworks! So yes, this free ticket gives you access to Scienceworks and the Planetarium!
• Friend-making activities
  
• Hang Out Space filled with games 
• The chance to connect with your Minus18 LGBTQIA+ youth community!

ACCESSIBILITY 

• Youth Workers at the event 
• For ages 12 to 19 ONLY 
• Lift access to all event areas 
• Quiet Spaces available 
• Medium to high-sensory event 

Please note that visual experiences in the Beyond Perception gallery may trigger seizures for people living with photosensitive epilepsy. Minus18 is working with Science Gallery to minimise photosensitive material being displayed during this event. 

Expect fun queer vibes, the chance to dance, connect and make new friends! 

We'll have a few spaces set up, all ranging from a high-sensory to low-sensory vibe. That said, this IS a dance party and definitely a celebration of YOUTH EXCELLENCE 🌈

As always, this is an alcohol, drug and smoke-free event and is moderated by a Youth Worker.

*This event is supported by Hobsons Bay City Council through its Make It Happen grants program.

Minus18 acknowledges the Bunurong People as the traditional custodians of the land on which this event is being delivered. We acknowledge their continued connection and contribution to land, water and community, and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

Sovereignty was never ceded; this always was, always will be, Aboriginal land.