Magnetic Messages
2026-07-02 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-01 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix) | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
It’s School House Prep Month! Head up to the Star Bar on the 2nd floor and explore Magnetic Messages. This is a word-play experience where students use magnetic letters to build, mix, and discover new words. Get curious, get creative, and see what you can spell. Special thanks to Talking Stick Resort for sponsoring this month!

Thing-a-ma-jigs
2026-07-02 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-01 09:00 - 16:00
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Thing-a-ma-jigs are sponsored by Talking Stick Resort for July’s School House Prep Month.

Stop, Drop, and Read
2026-07-01 13:30 - 14:00
We’re celebrating School House Prep Month! Every day at 1:30pm, find a Playologist friend for Storytime. They’ll be reading books all about learning and school readiness. Special thanks to our friends at Talking Stick Resort for sponsoring this month!

Magic Writing Bags
2026-07-01 13:00 - 15:00
Let’s boost fine motor skills, explore letters, and strengthen pre-writing abilities with our magical writing bags! Using colorful paint, kids will not only practice letter formation but also learn about primary and secondary colors through sensory play. Special thanks to our friends at Talking Stick Resort for sponsoring this program!

Awakening Creativity-Toddler Music
2026-07-01 10:30 - 12:15
Sessions at 10:30 & 11:30
Toddlers & Preschoolers are at the perfect age to begin their music education through singing and instrument play. We will focus on rhythm, beat, pitch, and audiation while utilizing music for emotional self-regulation and laying the foundation for future literacy and math skills. This week will center on Songs of America! This program is geared for ages 18 months up to 5 years and their adult caregiver. Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission. Space is limited. Please register at admissions upon arrival; first-come, first-served.

Early Connections
2026-07-01 10:00 - 12:00
Held in our cozy Under‑3 exhibit, a program educator will be present to offer age‑appropriate provocations designed to spark curiosity and support early development. This is a relaxed, come‑as‑you‑are session. Drop in, follow your child’s lead, and enjoy a space where you can build social connections while they build early brain connections.

It's School House Prep Month!
2026-07-01 09:00 - 16:00
Get your little learners ready for the new school year with hands-on programs that make learning feel like play. From math activities to literacy fun and so much more, we’re making school readiness exciting!
We are grateful to Talking Stick Resort for generously supporting School House Prep Month!

Monster Bookmarks
2026-07-01 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-30 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-29 09:00 - 16:00
Be inspired by Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are to create a Monster Bookmark.

Educator Day & Resource Expo
2026-07-01 09:00 - 13:00
Early childhood and elementary educators are invited to attend Educator Day & Resource Expo at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix!
Educators will receive FREE Museum admission for themselves and one guest when they present their school ID or other proof of employment at our front desk!
Plus, stop by our Educator Resource Expo, where several organizations will share information about their products and services.
Museum Hours: 9am-4pm
Expo Hours: 9am-1pm
Expo Vendors:
ActOne @act1az
Arizona Science Center @azscience
ASU Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation – Principled Innovation
Autism Society of Greater Phoenix @autismsocietyofgrphx
GBS Books @gbsbooks
Phoenix Art Museum @phxart
Phoenix Zoo @phoenixzooo
Southwest Human Development Business Solutions @swhdbusinesssolutions
Treasures 4 Teachers @treasures4teachers
Can’t attend but still want to expereince the Museum this summer? Educators are welcome to visit the Museum FREE of charge during regular business hours in June and July – limit one visit per month. No RSVP necessary, just bring your school ID.

104 Field Trip Attendees
2026-07-01 09:00 - 13:00
Welcome!

Try-It Tuesdays: Heroic Powers
2026-06-30 13:00 - 15:00
What if you could move things without even touching them? Step into this heroic training session and learn how to use the forces of magnetism to move objects with no hands at all. Behind every superpower is science!

Hero Pup Meet & Greet (Sold Out)
2026-06-30 09:15 - 12:50
Thank you for your interest in our meet & greet event! All reservations have been filled. While we will do our best to accommodate standby guests, we cannot guarantee character meeting opportunities for those without confirmed reservations.
Your favorite Hero Pup Rescue Team is coming to the Museum! They’re ready for action and a mighty photo-op!
Meet & Greet from 9:15am–12:50pm (reservations required)
All guests, including members, must reserve a Meet & Greet timeslot before visiting.
Meet & Greet is free with paid Museum admission of $19.00 per person. Members and children under the age of 1 are free.
All non-member guests must also purchase a Museum admission ticket either online or at the front desk upon arrival.

It's Superhero Month!
2026-06-30 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-29 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-28 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-27 09:00 - 16:00
Heroes come in many forms, and this month, we’re celebrating every kind of hero through fun, interactive programs!
June’s engaging and educational programs are generously supported by First Things First.

Postcards for The Great Indoors
2026-06-30 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-29 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-28 09:00 - 16:00
Stop by Star Bar on the 2nd floor and design a one-of-a-kind postcard to remember your Museum experience!
Using the supplies provided, draw a picture or decorate the front with your favorite moment, then flip it over to write or draw a message to send to a friend or loved one, or keep it as a personal keepsake.

18 Field Trip Attendees
2026-06-30 09:00 - 13:00

Cooking with Krystal
2026-06-30 09:00
Join Chef Krystal in the KIDchen and make Magic Color-Changing Lemonade! Kids will curiously try new flavors and discover the joy of trying something new. Chef Krystal focuses on plant-based cooking, showing young chefs how accessible, delicious, and creative these ingredients can be while building confidence in the kitchen. This is a drop-in experience; however, space is limited. To respect other guests and keep things comfortable, a set number of families will be welcomed every 15 minutes.
This program is generously supported by The Kroger Co. Foundation.

Hero Care Kit
2026-06-29 13:00 - 15:00
We are our own heroes, and every hero needs to take care of themselves. In this creative session, kids will explore what fills their hearts and calms their minds as they build their own “hero care kit.” They’ll explore a variety of items and create a kit that helps them feel cared for. The first act of heroism is caring for yourself.

Awakening Creativity: Toddler Dance
2026-06-29 10:30 - 12:15
Sessions at 10:30 & 11:30
Toddlers & Preschoolers will explore different genres of dance, fun themes, and learn basic dance and movement skills through imaginative play and creative movement activities. Not only is your child engaging their small and large muscles as they embody movement (increasing flexibility, range of motion, and coordination), but they are also developing their personality and emotions through self-expression. Join us in Dance class this week for a fun outdoor camping theme! This program is geared for ages 18 months up to 5 years and their adult caregiver. Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission. Space is limited. Please register at admissions upon arrival; first-come, first-served.

Eye on the Wild
2026-06-28 10:00 - 12:00
Step into The Great Indoors for a camping-inspired adventure! Young explorers will craft their own binoculars, then set off on a room-wide scavenger hunt to spot hidden “wildlife” and nature-inspired surprises. No bugs or mud, just a pure indoor adventure!

Watercolor Rainbows
2026-06-28 09:00 - 16:00
Design your very own rainbow in the Art Studio in celebration of Pride Month!

Superhero Saturday
2026-06-27 10:30 - 12:30
Come meet some of your favorite famous superheroes for Superhero Month at the Museum! Costumed characters will be here to interact with your little ones and take amazing photos!
