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Discover hands-on exhibits, joyful learning, and meaningful moments designed for curious minds and growing families. From interactive play zones to engaging programs, every visit encourages creativity, problem-solving, and social connection. Seasonal events, camps, and celebrations give kids new ways to explore while parents enjoy a welcoming, accessible space. Located in the heart of downtown, the Childrens Museum of Phoenix inspires imagination through play-based experiences that support early learning and lifelong curiosity. Whether planning a spontaneous outing or a special occasion, this destination offers safe, enriching fun that turns ordinary days into memorable adventures for children of all ages everywhere today.
Museum Calendar
Events
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Leaf Man Collage
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesCreate a fall leaf collage inspired by Lois Ehlert’s Caldecott Honor book, “Leaf Man”!
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Play Date: Costumes & Cocktails (21+)
FeaturedPlay Date, the Museum's signature ADULTS-ONLY NIGHT, is back! Join us for an outrageously fun evening as we transform the Museum into the ultimate adult playground. [...]
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Leaf Man Collage
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesCreate a fall leaf collage inspired by Lois Ehlert’s Caldecott Honor book, “Leaf Man”!
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Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesThe Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is making a pit stop in our parking lot! Swing by to "ketchup" with the Hotdoggers, snag some swag, and snap [...]
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Fiesta Mexicana
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesCome experience the beauty and joy of traditional folk dances from Mexico, Central America and South America with a performance by Fiesta Mexicana Dance Company, [...]
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Join local business owner and mama, Nailea George, owner of @thecookiejarkit, for a fun and engaging cookie decorating activity with a spooky twist! Little hands will spread frosting, carefully place edible decorations, and taste their sweet creations. 👻🎃
🗓 October 24 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
🏛 Included with paid Museum admission.
⭐ No RSVP Required – Cookies available while supplies last
Check out our web calendar to learn more about our interactive, hands-on programming!
Join us every Tuesday for STEAM-powered exploration! ⚙
Whether they’re using science to reveal a secret message or testing gravity with engineering, little hands will explore a variety of activities that are sure to spark curiosity and inspire a love of learning. ⚛✨
🗓 Every Tuesday | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
🏛 Included with paid Museum admission
⭐ No RSVP Required!
Check out our web calendar to learn more!
Local business owner and mamá, Nailea George, owner of @thecookiejarkit, returns to the Children`s Museum of Phoenix for a fun and engaging cookie decorating activity that celebrates Hispanic Heritage and cultura!
🗓 Friday, October 16 | 10:00am - 12:00pm
🎟 Included with paid Museum admission
⭐ Drop-in classes every 15 minutes
🍪 Available while supplies last!
Play Date: Costumes & Cocktails is just 3 days away! 👻🎃
🗓 Saturday, October 17 | 7:00pm - 11:00pm | 21+ ONLY!
Here`s what`s waiting for you during the Museum`s signature adult-only night:
🎵 DJ & Dancing with Shuffle House Entertainment
🎧 Silent Disco
🫧 Glow Foam
🍕 Food Trucks: Mi Amoré Wood-Fired Pizza & Kabobski Desserts
🍸 Bars on All Three Floors
🍻Craft Beer by Dragoon Brewing Co. & Outlaw Light Beer
🎲 Retro Board Games
🍬 Candy Bar Bingo
✨ Glitter Tattoos
🏛️Three Floors of Interactive Exhibits to Explore
PLUS MORE...
👻 Costume Contest 👻
Come dressed in your Halloween best and compete for the title of Best Costume, Most Creative, and Best Overall!
🎟 Ticket Info 🎟
General Admission - $20 in advance | $25 at the door
VIP Experience - $60
Psst... want score FREE tickets? Check out the giveaway on our Instagram page! 👀
Hold the dots below the images and scroll to see what’s coming to the Children’s Museum of Phoenix! 👀
The @oscarmayer @wienermobile is making a pit stop in our parking lot! Swing by to “ketchup” with the Hotdoggers, snag some swag, and snap a pic with the hottest doggone ride around. 🌭
🗓️ Sunday, October 18 | 10:00am - 2:00pm
🚫 No Museum admission required
Please note that the Wienermobile does not serve food.
We are thrilled to welcome local Chef Maria Parra Cano from the @cihuapactlicollective as a guest chef in our very own KIDchen! Chef Maria will guide us through the creation of Alegrías de Amaranto, a traditional Mexican Amaranth Treat, as part of our ongoing celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
🗓 Thursday, October 15 | 10:30am & 11:30am
🎟 Included with paid Museum admission
⭐ RSVP required - sign up at admissions upon arrival
Maria Del Carmen Parra Cano is a Co-Founder & Co-Executive Director of the Cihuapactli Collective. Maria is a Xicana Indigena born in Phoenix, Arizona with her lineages stemming from the Mexica People from Texcoco, Mexico & Raramuri People from Cuauhtemoc, Chihuahua. She is an Ancestral Foods Chef who shares Indigenous food traditions through community cooking classes, workshops, and cultural education. Her work helps connect Phoenix-area families to traditional foods, Sonoran Desert plant knowledge, and ancestral practices.
🚫 GIVEAWAY CLOSED! 🚫
We`re hosting an EPIC Halloween party for grown-ups, and you`re invited! 👻
Let your inner child run wild at Play Date: Costumes & Cocktails, the Museum`s signature adult-only night! Grab your bestie and dress in your Halloween best for an evening of dancing, drinks, food, games, and much more!
🗓Saturday, October 17 | 7:00pm - 11:00pm
📍Children`s Museum of Phoenix
🍸21+ ONLY!
WIN FREE TICKETS!
2 lucky winners will each receive a pair of tickets to Play Date: Costumes & Cocktails! Here`s how to enter:
🎃 Like this post!
🎃 Make sure you`re following our Instagram page!
🎃 Comment your costume ideas & tag your bestie! More tags = more entries.
🎃 BONUS ENTRY: Share this post to your story & tag us! (Account must be public, private accounts can send a screenshot for verification.)
PLEASE NOTE: Play Date attendees MUST be 21 years of age or older. Food and drinks are sold separately. Giveaway ends Friday, October 16. Winners will be contacted via DM.
Not our winner? There`s still time to grab your tickets before prices increase at the door!
❄️ Plan ahead and save! ❄️
Enrollment for Winter Camps has officially opened. Now through October 19, enjoy discounted rates on both our single-day camp options and our 7-Day Package!
⛄ Your young explorers will create frosty masterpieces, enjoy snow-tastic activities, explore our three floors of imaginative exhibits, and more!
