Humans have been modifying their bodies for thousands of years, from snatching waistlines, to getting inked, there are endless ways to alter our body's! But why are we so fascinated with changing our physical appearance? What is the correlation between body modification and personality? How does tattoo ink work? When and how did humans discover botox?

Get all these questions answered, and more on August 9, from 6:00 PM to midnight, as Spark investigates the science of Body Modification during Spark After Dark (18+).

Here’s what to expect at Spark After Dark (18+)The Science of Body Mod:

• Get some new ink or add another earring to the collection in the Mini Calgary Tattoo Convention, featuring over 10 local artists and shops!
• Learn about why humans alter their bodies and the neuroscience behind the practice during talks by Jenna Fortinski from Simply Counselling Services.
• Add-on to your evening with the Scent-sational Workshop and create your own signature scent while learning about the history and science of perfuming!
• Beat those pre-needle jitters with the nights specialty cocktail “GET INKED” featuring Aperol, pomegranate and moonshine!
• Feeling a little squeamish? Have a cuddle with one of our furry friends from PALS (Pet Access League Society).
• Dance the night away (maybe even the pain?) to the musical stylings of DJ SONIDEF.
• Plus, check out all the brand-new summer experience Spark has, from AI: More Than Human to Monster Insects in the Brainasium, there’s something for everyone!