Some creatures hunt in the wild. Others live in our legends.
In May, COSI After Dark dives into the stories humans have told for centuries about the beasts that haunt forests, guard treasures, swim the deep, and shape entire cultures. From dragons of East Asia to Appalachian cryptids, from apex predators to misunderstood monsters, this night explores how folklore, fear, and science collide.
Experience live animal encounters, immersive folklore-inspired moments, hands-on activities, and creature-themed cocktails as the museum transforms after hours.
Because sometimes the line between myth and biology is thinner than you think.
COSI After Dark: Creatures & Cryptids is on May 14, 7pm - 10pm, doors open at 6:30pm.
Tickets are $20/person in advance or $30/person at the door.
Some creatures hunt in the wild. Others live in our legends.
In May, COSI After Dark dives into the stories humans have told for centuries about the beasts that haunt forests, guard treasures, swim the deep, and shape entire cultures. From dragons of East Asia to Appalachian cryptids, from apex predators to misunderstood monsters, this night explores how folklore, fear, and science collide.
Experience live animal encounters, immersive folklore-inspired moments, hands-on activities, and creature-themed cocktails as the museum transforms after hours.
Because sometimes the line between myth and biology is thinner than you think.
COSI After Dark: Creatures & Cryptids is on May 14, 7pm - 10pm, doors open at 6:30pm.
Tickets are $20/person in advance or $30/person at the door.
Specialty Items
Cheeseburger Pizza
Seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar and mozzarella, crisp bacon, diced onions, pickles and tangy burger sauce
Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich
Pickle Slaw, Brioche Bun, Nashville-style glaze with fries
Boozy Banana Foster Bread Pudding
Dark Rum, caramel, vanilla crema
Standard Items
Deli
Garden Salad and Caeser Salad
Pizza
Mac & Cheese, Cheese and Pepperoni slices
Grill
Black Bean Burgers, Regular Cheese/Hamburgers, Bacon Cheese Fries
SPECIALTY DRINKS
Tiger Tail Spritz
Aperol, fresh orange juice, sparkling wine / Prosecco, simple syrup
Hydra Haze
Gin, Simple Times Lavender Lemonade, fresh lemon juice, Splash of club soda
BEERS
Miller lite
Mich ultra
Budlight
SPECIALTY BEER
7th Son Assistant Manager & Humulus
Brew Dog Cold Beer
Brew Dog Elvis Juice
White Claws Assorted
CBC IPA
Modelo
Land Grant Lemon Glow & House Beer
LIQUORS
Vodka
Rum (white & spiced)
Tequila
Gin
Whiskey
Scotch
WINE
Pinot noir
Cabernet
Chardonnay
Moscato
JELLO-SHOTS
SODA & WATER
Mothman Spotting!
Mothman visits COSI After Dark all the way from the Mothman Museum
Scioto Sips Shuttle
Guests can enjoy a rotating schedule of the trolley pub in front of COSI
Lions, Bears, and Krampus, OH MY!
Special visit from Krampus whom may just allow photos...
Nessie’s Lucky Spine
Spinning wheel and music activity with WNCI
Dance of the Lion
Chinese Lion Dance Performances by Konghan Columbus
Booze and Boos Ghost Tour of COSI
Giving Ghost Tours of COSI every hour
Siren Songs
Karaoke with Excesss in the Planetarium
Cryptid Conundrums
Trivia with Excesss in Atomic Cafe
Coming soon!
*Each attendee must be at least 21
years of age to enter COSI After Dark. A current photo ID with date of
birth,
will be required upon entry. No admittance will be permitted without a valid ID.
**Food items and drink items are NOT included with the purchase of admission. Partner activities ARE included
with ticket purchase. Some vendors may have products available at an additional purchase.
