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That Sounds Terrifying LIVE at RMSC’s After Dark: Carnival of Curiosity

The circus is coming to Rochester, but this one has a terrifyingly terrific darker edge.

On Saturday, October 18th, Co-hosts Nick Koziol and Jess DeCotis of the That Sounds Terrifying podcast are bringing their signature mix of ghostly storytelling, local lore, and paranormal curiosity to the Rochester Museum and Science Center for the After Dark: Carnival of Curiosity event.

This isn’t your typical night at the museum. Between Tesla coils, strange sideshows, and the eerie glow of the planetarium, Nick and Jess will take the stage in the Bausch Auditorium (8–9 PM) for a live storytelling experience like no other. Guests will step into the unknown as the That Sounds Terrifying  Duo share tales that blur the line between science and the supernatural, where Rochester’s history, hauntings, and carnival oddities come to life. Expect opportunities for audience interaction and participation during their show! Don't miss this opportunity to experience That Sounds Terrifying in person!!!

🎟️ Experience TST Live! Get tickets now at: rmsc.org/events/carnival

🕯️ What to Expect when you enter the Carnival of Curiosity

The night kicks off with thrills, chills, and a touch of the bizarre:

7:30–8 PM – The Science Behind Circus Arts with Larry Moss

Discover the physics and wonder that keep the circus in motion.

8 PM – Bed of Nails | Pat Hale Gallery

Watch brave presenters defy logic (and comfort) as they reveal the secrets behind this classic sideshow stunt.

8–9 PM – That Sounds Terrifying LIVE | Bausch Auditorium

Join Nick and Jess as they share chilling tales—some true, some legendary, and all deeply unsettling. Expect stories that twist Rochester’s past and haunt its present, with interactive moments that bring the audience into the world of That Sounds Terrifying.

9 PM – Costume Contest | Pat Hale Gallery

Show off your Halloween best! Bonus points for anyone dressing to match the Carnival theme.

9:30–10 PM – Riley the Sword Swallower

Witness Riley Schillaci’s breathtaking act of sword swallowing, face skewers, and other feats of fearless precision.

10:15 PM – Fireball Finale | Outside, in front of RMSC

End the evening with an explosive sendoff that lights up the Rochester night sky.

🎠 Other Activities All Night Long at the Carnival

Explore the museum transformed into a mysterious playground of science and strangeness:

• Tent of Wonders: Rare and peculiar artifacts from RMSC’s collection.

• Carnival Games: Classic games of luck and skill with a spooky twist.

• Brave Electrocution: Watch lightning dance from Tesla coils in Electricity Theater.

• The Beyond: Visit the new Astronaut exhibit and journey beyond the veil of Earth.

• The Upside Down: Experience the Stranger Things laser show at the Strasenburgh Planetarium (separate ticket required).

• Ballroom: Dance the night away among creatures, curiosities, and fellow thrill-seekers.

👻 Join the Spectacle

Whether you’re drawn by the science, the spectacle, or the stories that keep you up at night, That Sounds Terrifying LIVE is your invitation to something truly extraordinary.

Step into the Carnival of Curiosity—where nothing is quite what it seems… and the night might just follow you home.

🎟️ Get your tickets now: rmsc.org/events/carnival