Roll up your sleeping bags and make sure you have bug spray, adults of Cincinnati, because we’re heading back to summer camp at the Cincinnati Museum Center’s upcoming Off the Rails Night.
Off the Rails is a 21+ series that allows guests to explore the museum after hours and enjoy themed programming and food, as well as a cash bar. The next Off the Rails Night will be Thursday, Aug. 14 and give you the chance to live out your Wet Hot American Summer dreams as the Children’s Museum transforms into a nostalgic summer camp.
Attendees can expect everything from s’mores and friendship bracelets to classic games and maybe even a little summer romance. There will also be adult beverages and a karaoke contest, and Q102’s Nat Jones will be spinning the summer’s hottest hits. Don’t forget to don your tube socks and short-shorts because the event’s Retro Camp Counselor chic dress code is highly encouraged.
Off the Rails will run from 7-10 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance for CMC members and $20 for non-members. Walkup tickets will be $25 for members and $30 for non-members. You can buy tickets here.
Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., West End. More info: cincymuseum.org.
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