Children's Museum of Phoenix

It's Superhero Month!
2026-06-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-06 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-08 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-09 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-10 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix) | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
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.

Donut Decorating
2026-06-05 10:00 - 12:00
It’s National Donut Day! Come ‘create your own donut’ in this sensory-forward experience. Add some fluffy shaving cream frosting, shake on some ‘sandy sprinkles’ and enjoy the exploration of textures. They may look tasty, but dough-not eat these ones!

Eye on the Wild
2026-06-05 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-10 13:00 - 15:00
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!

Open for FREE First Friday Night
2026-06-05 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:

Postcards for The Great Indoors
2026-06-06 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-08 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-09 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-10 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.

Keith Haring Heart Collages
2026-06-06 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-07 09:00 - 16:00
Be inspired by artist Keith Haring as you assemble your own “You Gotta Have Heart” collage!

Self-Control is Your Superpower with Author Shamirrah Hill
2026-06-06 10:00 - 12:00
Join children’s author and social-emotional learning specialist Shamirrah Hill at the Museum for an exciting morning of movement, storytelling, creativity, and social-emotional learning fun!
Families can attend one or both interactive sessions designed to help children explore emotions, kindness, confidence, and self-control through play, imagination, and audience participation.
10:00am – Movement Session
An energetic, physical theatre-inspired experience featuring movement games, call-and-response activities, emotion exploration, and hands-on SEL fun designed especially for active young learners and drop-in families.
11:00am – Interactive Storytime
A full storytime experience featuring creative movement breaks, audience interaction, social-emotional learning discussions, and engaging read-aloud moments centered around kindness and self-control.
Children will also enjoy:

Free books while supplies last
SEL activities
Physical theatre
Creative movement
Opportunities to meet a real author

Fun for ages 3–7. Included with paid Museum admission of $19 per person.

Birthday Hats
2026-06-08 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-09 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-10 09:00 - 16:00
Create a special birthday hat to celebrate the Children’s Museum’s 18th Birthday!

Awakening Creativity: Toddler Dance
2026-06-08 10:30 - 12:15
Sessions at 10:30am & 11:30am
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. Share and learn some rockin’ moves as we celebrate birthdays, including the Museum’s 18th birthday, in dance 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.

Shadows of Strength
2026-06-08 13:00 - 15:00
Not all heroes shine in the spotlight; some move in quieter ways. Kids will bring heroes to life by creating shadow puppets and exploring unseen acts of bravery. Discover how strength can exist both in the light and in the shadows.

Cooking with Krystal
2026-06-09 09:00
Join Chef Krystal in the KIDchen and make Garden Patch Hummus! 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.

48 Field Trip Attendees
2026-06-09 09:00 - 14:00
Welcome!

Try-It Tuesdays: The Ripple Effect
2026-06-09 13:00 - 15:00
What happens when a heroic act sends waves of change through a community? In this hands-on exploration, kids will experiment with water and movement to see how actions create ripples of impact. Curious minds will discover that even the smallest heroic act can make a huge difference.

55 Field Trip Attendees
2026-06-10 09:00 - 14:00

Little Rhythms- Heroic Hearts
2026-06-10 09:30 - 10:00
Little Rhythms is a month-long, cohort-style music workshop for toddlers (ages 2–3) and their caregivers. Families explore musical styles connected to the museum’s monthly themes and character skills while building connections and developing early literacy and STEAM skills through play. Led by Teaching Artist Britney Lawler, the program provides take-home literacy tips focused on phonemic awareness, social studies, and cultural exploration.
This workshop will be held on Wednesdays from 9:30am-10:00am (June 10th, June 17th, and June 24th)
June Theme: Heroic Hearts
Character Skill Focus: Bravery
Little Rhythms is included with paid Museum admission of $19 per person or Museum Membership
Space is limited, and registration is required. REGISTER TODAY!
Please note, this is intentionally set up as a series. If you cannot make it to all days, please consider signing up for a different month that will work with your schedule. Registration for the following month will open 1-2 weeks prior.

Awakening Creativity: Toddler Music
2026-06-10 10:30 - 12:15
Sessions at 10:30am & 11:30am
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 month’s theme is “Super Heroes!” Join us for some super heroic 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 the admissions office upon arrival on a first-come, first-served basis.

Early Connections
2026-06-10 13:00 - 15:00
Held in our cozy Room for Threes and Younger 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.
