Since being in grad school, on top of working full time — the thought of having free time is laughable. Most of my days are spent wishing I could have fun experiences, but when I do have a moment of freedom, I never end up doing anything.

Each year (with the exception of the last), my town hosts its annual Fall Festival. It’s during the first full week of October, and lasts a full 7 days. Normally when I go with friends we eat to our hearts’ desires, avoid eye contact with aggressive carnies, and take photos in front of beautiful lights provided by the various carnival rides.

If you have an affinity for the real life malevolence that happens in the world like I do, Alcatraz East is a dream come true. Located in one of the biggest tourist traps in Tennessee, this museum combines all of your favorite elements of true crime. How I managed to find my way to this magical museum of the macabre is simple: some glorious person on Reddit posted about it.