Verse COSI | AR Holographic Theater | Coming soon!

Tickets on sale Jan. 23, 2026 | Opens Jan. 30, 2026

Located inside COSI, Columbus, OH, Verse Immersive is the only holographic theater of its kind. This interactive uses augmented reality glasses to bring 3D characters and stories to life, immersing you and your companions in interactive tales that unfold all around.

Great for: Families, date nights, solo adventurers, and anyone with a sense of curiosity!

Location: Inside COSI, at 333 W. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215.

Duration: Guests generally spend about 30 minutes in the experiences.

Age Limit: Everyone 7+ is welcome to join! Children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. See the FAQ section below for more info.

Accessibility: COSI’s venue is wheelchair accessible.

Augmented Reality (AR) vs Virtual Reality (VR)

Verse Immersive uses augmented reality technology. While VR isolates you from the real world, AR enhances the world in front of you while still allowing you to interact with your surroundings. With AR you also have a lesser chance of getting motion sickness!
Interactive Holographic Experience

Tickets on sale Jan. 23, 2026 | Opens Jan. 30, 2026

Located inside COSI, Columbus, OH, Verse Immersive is the only holographic theater of its kind. This interactive uses augmented reality glasses to bring 3D characters and stories to life, immersing you and your companions in interactive tales that unfold all around.

Great for: Families, date nights, solo adventurers, and anyone with a sense of curiosity!

Location: Inside COSI, at 333 W. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215.

Duration: Guests generally spend about 30 minutes in the experiences.

Age Limit: Everyone 7+ is welcome to join! Children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. See the FAQ section below for more info.

Accessibility: COSI’s venue is wheelchair accessible.

Augmented Reality (AR) vs Virtual Reality (VR)

Verse Immersive uses augmented reality technology. While VR isolates you from the real world, AR enhances the world in front of you while still allowing you to interact with your surroundings. With AR you also have a lesser chance of getting motion sickness!

Interactive Holographic Experience

VERSE Experiences

Everworld

The Everworld Tree - the heart of creation - is dying. To restore it, you must gather the lost fragments of the Heartseed scattered across twelve realms. Each challenge you face rekindles the light that once bound them together.

The Unreal Garden

Divided into multiple acts. Explore surreal landscapes, discover a variety of creatures, and complete interactive magic puzzles!

Deck the Hollograms

Christmas is in trouble! The Elves are missing and Santa's fallen behind, and the North Pole needs your help! Guided by the jolly man himself, you'll explore Santa's workshop, toss snowballs, collect ornaments, and awaken the holiday spirit before time runs out. You may even get to pet a reindeer! Every step brings you closer to saving Christmas - and rediscovering the wonder that makes it all possible!

Trick 'R Treat

Break the rules...pay the price. Every action you take, from every candy you pick up to every pumpkin you touch, determines whether or not you survive. Walk through four haunting locations pulled straight from Warren Valley lore. Break a rule, and you’ll pay for it. It’s not just a haunted house. It’s an immersive, holographic thriller where the only way out...is to follow the rules.

Sightcraft

Test your magical instincts in a trial of pure speed and skill. Floating targets erupt around you. Your hands become conduits of raw energy. The challenge? Cast spells with precision—and never miss. Every hit increases your streak. Every miss resets your power. Timing is everything.

Stroll through the galaxy in this space-themed verse! Walk through the wonders of the galaxy, including our sun, Alpha Centauri, and the Laniakea Supercluster. Test your knowledge of space and challenge your friends to see who can get the most points!

Frequently Asked Questions

We like to call this experience a “holographic theater”. Verse COSI is an immersive augmented experience which puts you at the center of an engaging story - a story where YOU are the main character. You'll walk around wearing fully transparent headsets while you see and interact with an unbelievable story.

Plan on spending about 30 minutes in the experiences during your visit.

Recommended for ages 7 and up.

Upon entry, visitors will chose which augmented experience they wish to do. One ticket purchase equals one augmented reality experience.

Nope! Headsets are provided onsite. We've got you covered!

No, while purchasing admission to COSI is encouraged to continue your day of science exploration, guests do not need to purchase museum admission to go to VERSE. Those who only purchase tickets to VERSE will have a special signifier wristband that will permit them to go to the VERSE location, but will not permit them to explore the rest of the museum.