"The Wheels on the Bus"
2026-07-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-17 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix) | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Hop on board for some back-to-school fun with our “Wheels on the Bus” project! Kids will get crafty as they design their very own school bus using fun, hands-on materials—perfect for gearing up for the new school year! Special thanks to our friends at Talking Stick Resort for sponsoring this program!

It's School House Prep Month!
2026-07-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
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!

Cooking with Krystal: West African Jollof Rice Cups
2026-07-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Join Chef Krystal to make West African jollof rice cups! In this program, kids will explore color, aroma, and community through a kid-friendly version of a beloved West African dish. 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.

Try-It Tuesdays: Slime!
2026-07-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Need we say more? Come join us for our Try-It Tuesday STEAM exploration and make some slime! Design and mix your own slime while learning about the science behind this all too fun activity!

Stop, Drop, and Read
2026-07-14 13:30 - 14:00, 2026-07-15 13:30 - 14:00, 2026-07-16 13:30 - 14:00, 2026-07-17 13:30 - 14:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
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!

86 Field Trip Attendees
2026-07-15 09:00 - 14:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Welcome!

Thing-a-ma-jigs
2026-07-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-17 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
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.

Magnetic Messages
2026-07-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-17 09:00 - 16:00 | 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!

Awakening Creativity-Toddler Music
2026-07-15 10:30 - 12:15 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
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. Let’s do some school house prep with shapes, colors, and numbers songs in Music class this week! 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. Special thanks to our friends at Talking Stick Resort for sponsoring this program!

Eye on the Wild
2026-07-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
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!

41 Field Trip Attendees
2026-07-16 09:00 - 14:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States

Meet & Greet with the Toy Sheriff and Spaceman (Sold Out)
2026-07-16 09:15 - 12:50 | AZ
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.
Legendary pals the Toy Sheriff and Spaceman are saddling up and blasting off to the Museum for a meet and greet!
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.
Reserve Your Tickets Today!

Afterschool Snacks: "Veggie Pinwheels" with Edible Ed!
2026-07-16 10:30 - 12:45 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Sessions at 10:30 & 12:00
Join us in the KIDchen as we whip up a tasty afterschool snack! Today, we’re rolling our way to yum with colorful veggie pinwheels! This hands-on activity helps little chefs build fine motor skills, explore healthy food choices, and practice simple kitchen tasks—all while having fun. It’s the perfect mix of learning, creativity, and snack-time satisfaction! Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission. Space is limited. Please register at admissions upon arrival; first-come, first-served. Special thanks to our friends at Talking Stick Resort for sponsoring this program!

The Art of Finger Painting with Hailey Jo Art
2026-07-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Led by a professional artist and finger-painter, Hailey Jo Art, your family will have guided instruction in creating new masterpieces through the spirit of school prep. Sessions usually take about 15-30 minutes, so feel free to come and go as you please. In this class, your child has the opportunity to connect with their inner artist and play with the sensory experience of finger painting! Special thanks to our friends at Talking Stick Resort for sponsoring this program!

Japanese School Life with the Japanese Friendship Garden
2026-07-17 14:00 - 15:30 | AZ
Come explore Japanese school life materials with Emiri from the Japanese Friendship Garden. Try on items and explore a school culture from across the world. Special thanks to our friends at Talking Stick Resort for sponsoring this program!

Members-Only Extended Play Hours
2026-07-17 16:00 - 19:00 | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Members-Only Extended Play Hours take place on the third Friday of each month, from 4pm-7pm.
Join today and begin receiving benefits like this, and so much more right away!
