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Services and Activities
Octopus Wet Specimen Workshop
The Octopus Wet Specimen Workshop will be available both Friday and Saturday of Metal Massacre, with workshop hours from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM each day.
This hands-on experience invites participants to create unique, oddities-inspired art using real wet specimen materials. Guests can work with a limited number of full octopus specimens or choose from a variety of octopus tentacles to design custom creations. A selection of jars, vials, substrates, and fillable colored ink pens will also be available to build personalized pieces. Attendees are welcome to bring their own additions such as crystals, shells, rocks, or beach glass to incorporate into their work.
All supplies and PPE (including gloves, masks, goggles, and aprons) are provided. Specimens are pre-preserved and safely prepared ahead of time for workshop use. The workshop utilizes 70% isopropyl alcohol and glass materials, and is recommended for ages 5 and up.
Workshop sessions are $10 per person for a one-hour time slot. Reservations are strongly encouraged to ensure availability, though walk-ins may be accepted if space allows.
Additional offerings include:
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Full octopus with jar and substrate: $50
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Octopus tentacle ink pens: $15
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Octopus tentacle vials: $5+ (based on size)
Hula Hoop Contests
Get ready for a fun, family-friendly activity happening throughout Metal Massacre XV: The Ides of Massacre! The hula hoop contests will be located at the Fundraising Tent near the entrance, offering a lighthearted break from the festival energy for both kids and adults.
🕛 Running daily from 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Whether you’re planning your day ahead or just looking for something fun to jump into between sets, these quick, casual contests are open to anyone who wants to participate. Just stop by when a round is forming and give it a try.
💲 Entry: $2.00 per person, per round, per contest
🏆 Winners receive half of the entry fees collected for their round
How It Works:
⭕ Last One Spinning
Stay in the game by keeping your hoop spinning the longest—last person standing wins!
⭕ Hoop Jump Rope
Use your hoop like a jump rope and compete for steady rhythm and total jumps.
⭕ Rolling Races
Guide your hoop across the ground using only one hand and race to the finish line.
Each round includes 2–6 players, so there are plenty of chances to join in throughout the day.
Beyond the competition, this is also a great way for kids to burn off some energy during the day—helping them wind down later in the evening so families can enjoy a more relaxed night, and giving adults a little extra time to unwind.
⚠️ Play at your own risk.
Build-A-Bug Workshop
The Build-A-Bug Workshop will be available both Friday and Saturday of Metal Massacre, with workshop hours from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM each day.
This interactive experience allows participants to create custom insect specimen shadow boxes using a wide variety of ethically sourced butterflies, moths, beetles, spiders, and other unique specimens. Guests can select their preferred specimen, choose from multiple shadow box sizes and backgrounds, and personalize their piece with optional add-ons such as trinkets, skulls, bones, inner frames, or meaningful personal items. Attendees are also welcome to bring their own materials to incorporate into their artwork, including fabric, dried flowers, artwork, or other sentimental keepsakes.
Each piece is assembled on-site during the event, creating a one-of-a-kind oddities-inspired display. A variety of shadow box sizes and depths will be available, ranging from small display frames to larger statement pieces.
This is a first come, first served walk-up workshop with no reservations required.
Pricing includes:
Insect specimens: $5–$100
Shadow boxes: Starting at $10
Additional add-ons and accessories available for an extra fee
