It's Music & Sound Month!
2026-08-03 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-04 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-06 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-09 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix) | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Get ready to make some noise at the Museum this month! Young musicians will discover the magic of music through a variety of hands-on activities designed to inspire creativity and exploration. Children will sing, dance, play instruments, and experiment with sound while learning how music works in fun and exciting ways.

Awakening Creativity: Toddler Dance
2026-08-03 10:30 - 12:15
Sessions at 10:30 & 11:30
Learn basic dance concepts through creative expression, movement, and imaginative play. Through engaging movement activities, children build coordination, flexibility, and confidence while developing social-emotional skills through self-expression. This program is designed for children ages 18 months–5 years and their adult caregiver. Admission is free with paid museum admission. Please RSVP upon arrival. This week’s theme: Body Percussion!

Find the Beat
2026-08-03 13:00 - 15:00
Some music is FAST, and some music is sloooooow, but all music has a beat! Join us as we tap, shake, drum, and move our way through rhythm and tempo. Using a variety of instruments and plenty of hands-on musical play, children and caregivers will explore how beats help bring music to life.

Harmonius Handbells
2026-08-04 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-06 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-09 09:00 - 16:00
It’s Music & Sound Month at the Museum. Visit Star Bar on our 2nd floor to play the sweet-sounding bells! Follow along with the sheet music or create your own silly tune!

Painting the Music: A Sensory Art Experience
2026-08-04 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-06 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-09 09:00 - 16:00
Get ready to explore the colorful connection between art and music! Inspired by the bold, abstract work of artist Wassily Kandinsky, this vibrant program invites young artists to create expressive masterpieces using watercolors and oil pastels—all while listening to music that sparks imagination.

Cooking with Krystal: Origins of Horchata
2026-08-04 10:00 - 12:00
Join us as we discover the fascinating story of horchata and how this refreshing drink traveled across continents before becoming a favorite in Mexico. Children will explore fragrant cinnamon, sweet vanilla, and rice while learning how recipes evolve as cultures share traditions. Through tasting, smelling, and hands-on cooking, young chefs will discover that food, like music, brings people together around the world. 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.

65 Field Trip Attendees
2026-08-04 10:00 - 14:00
Welcome!

Try-It Tuesday: Spoonful of Sound
2026-08-04 13:00 - 15:00
In this Try-It Tuesday, come explore the science of sound using silverware, string, and paper cups! We’ll dive into this “Silverware Sound Experiment” to discover how sound waves travel and what makes them louder or softer. Feel the vibrations, tune into the tones, and let curiosity lead the way!

Awakening Creativity: Toddler Music
2026-08-05 10:00 - 12:15
Sessions at 10:30 & 11:30
Make music, move, and play! Little musicians will explore rhythm, beat, pitch, and listening skills through singing, instruments, and hands-on musical activities. Along the way, children build confidence, self-expression, and emotional regulation while developing skills that support future literacy and math learning. This program is designed for children ages 18 months–5 years and their adult caregiver. Admission is free with paid museum admission. Please RSVP upon arrival. This week’s theme: STOMP to the beat and make some percussion music with items from around the house!

My America Tiles
2026-08-05 13:00 - 15:00
Come be part of American History! As part of America’s 250th birthday, kids will get to design a tile with a drawing or message about what the country means to them and what they hope for its future. Tiles from across the country will come together to form a large mosaic American flag, built from many individual voices, one piece at a time.

Songbook KIDchen: "Who Stole the Cookie from the Cookie Jar?" with Edible Ed
2026-08-06 10:30 - 12:45
Sessions at 10:30 & 12:00
Join us in the KIDchen for a sweet session of our Songbook KIDchen series! Inspired by the classic tune “Who Stole the Cookies from the Cookie Jar?” we’ll sing, stir, and snack as we mix up some no-bake “Edible Ed” cookie dough. This playful program blends music, kitchen skills, and hands-on fun for a deliciously creative learning experience! Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission. Space is limited. Please register at admissions upon arrival; first come, first served.

Front Row Friday Featuring Ray of Hope Music Therapy
2026-08-07 10:30 - 12:00
Sessions at 10:30 & 11:30
RSVP program in the JLP Classroom on the 2nd floor.
Target Age: 2-5 years
Board-certified music therapist, Emily Martin, joins the Children’s Museum of Phoenix in celebrating Music & Sound Month with music therapy classes, a parent-child adventure where little ones build positive skills facilitated through music!
Music therapy offers toddlers a creative and soothing way to enhance emotional, cognitive, and social development, helping them build communication skills, improve motor coordination, and express themselves in a joyful and supportive environment. Through her music therapy classes, Emily teaches young children to harness positive affirmations as a powerful tool for building self-esteem, resilience, and a positive mindset.
This program is free with paid Museum admission. Spots are limited, sign up at admissions upon arrival.

Beads that Sing
2026-08-07 13:00 - 15:00
Beauty can be found in nature, music, and art. Join us as we create our own wind chimes using beads and found materials. Let your creativity shine as you design a unique piece to hang outside. Sit back, watch it dance in the breeze, and listen to the music it creates.

Open for FREE First Friday Night
2026-08-07 17:00 - 21:00
The Museum is open from 5pm-9pm free of charge, on the first Friday of each month. Space is very limited, and guests will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Museum admission is not guaranteed due to extremely limited capacity.
First Free Friday Nights at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix would not be possible without the generous support of:
