Adult Nights: Social in the Shire

  • Friday, May 15, 2026
  • 6:30pm - 10:00pm
  • Downtown Raleigh

One Event to Rule Them All

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Gather up your Fellowship as the Museum becomes Middle Earth for a night. Lay siege to Gondor, dance with dragons and show off your Tolkien trivia at this adults 21+ event.

Enjoy a unique opportunity to experience the Museum at night while exploring the uncensored side of science. The event features interactive science stations, music, games, local entertainment and special activities. Beer, wine, themed cocktails and food will be available for purchase. Costumes encouraged (but not required).

Tickets: $25; $15 Members. You must be 21 years or older to attend. A photo ID is required for entry.

 

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COSTUME POLICY

  • Guests wearing masks must remove them during check-in. They can then wear them during the event.

 

  • Footwear is required.

 

  • Outfits should not contain elements that resemble or could be mistaken for a real weapon.

 

  • We reserve the right to refuse a guest wearing a costume deemed offensive or unsafe.

 

  • Any face or body paint must not obscure an attendee’s identity.

Details

Details

Date:
May 15
Times:
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Fee:
$25/$15 Members

Venue

Downtown Raleigh
11 West Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27601 United States
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Phone:
919.707.9800

Organizer

Miranda Dowdy
919.707.9885