Cool Off with Hands-On Fun and Big Adventures!
Come Play & Learn Today!
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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Thing-a-ma-jigs
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesUsing 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.
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Magnetic Messages
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesIt’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 [...]
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Make-Believe World
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesStep into a world of whimsy and wonder! Inspired by the wild and wacky style of Dr. Seuss, kids will use their imaginations to dream [...]
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It’s School House Prep Month!
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesGet 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 [...]
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Shape and Press Express
Children's Museum of Phoenix 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesAll aboard the Shape & Press Express! Hop into our hands-on art station, where little learners use foam shapes, paint, and rollers to create one-of-a-kind [...]
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Connect with Us
Please join us in welcoming our featured artist, @bychiidesigns! 🧶🎨
Chi is the multidisciplinary artist behind ByChiiDesigns, where crochet and digital art become tools for imagination, curiosity, and meaningful storytelling. Inspired by life`s biggest questions and the wonder found in everyday moments, Chi creates artwork that encourages people of all ages to explore, reflect, and connect.
As a neurodivergent woman of color, Chi`s creative journey is rooted in self-discovery and the belief that art has the power to help us better understand ourselves and one another. Her work celebrates creativity as a space where curiosity is welcomed, differences are valued, and every question can lead to a new adventure.
Through ByChiiDesigns, Chi`s mission is to create art that plants seeds of kindness, curiosity, and joy. Whether encouraging a child to dream bigger or inviting an adult to pause and see the world through fresh eyes, every creation is made with the hope of bringing people together through imagination, compassion, and creativity.
You can view Chi`s artwork in our Art Studio!
Big news!🎉 The Children’s Museum of Phoenix was named Best Place to Take the Kids in Phoenix Magazine’s Best of the Valley 2026 Readers’ Picks!
�This means so much because it comes from the families and community we love. Thank you for helping make the Museum a place where play, learning, and imagination come to life every day. We can’t wait to create even more joyful moments together. 💜
🍽️Join us on Instagram Live for Edible Ed`s Tasty Tutorials: Ants on a Log!🍽️
Gather up your ingredients and get ready to follow along as our friend @edible.ed.cooks teaches us this classic recipe in a livestream format!
🗓Thursday, July 9 at 12:00pm LIVE the @childmusephx Instagram! 🗓
Prefer the in-person experience? Edible Ed`s Ants on a Log lesson will take place in the KIDchen at 10:30am and 12:00pm and is included with paid Museum admission. Sign up at the front desk upon arrival!
Ready to dance?✨Come join us in the Atrium this Friday to discover and enjoy traditional Indian dance with Sampradaya Dance of India! They will present the classical South Indian dance form, Bharatanatyam, from 6:30–7:15pm, followed by a fun, hands‑on session from 7:15–7:30pm.
📆 Friday, July 3
⏰ 6:30- 7:30pm in the Atrium
🎫 Admission to the Museum is FREE from 5:00pm to 9:00pm every First Friday of the month!
July is School House Prep Month! 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! 📖🌟
School House Prep Month is generously supported by @talkingstickresort.
🍎Join us for Educator Day & Resource Expo! 🍎
Swing by from 9:00am-1:00pm on July 1st to check out local organizations who will be onsite sharing resources for early childhood and elementary educators!
⭐FREE admission for educators + one guest!⭐
Must present proof of employment upon entry.
📖Check Out Our Vendors!📖
@act1az | @azscience | ASU Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation - Principled Innovation | @azaeyc | @gbsbooks | @autismsocietyofgrphx | @swhdbusinesssolutions | @phoenixzoo | @treasures4teachers | @phxart
⭐️SUPER NEWS!⭐️
Our friends from @arizonaavengers are returning for one more Superhero Saturday! Join us for an epic play date with your favorite heroes!
🦸♀️ June 27 | 10:30am-12:30pm 🦸♂️
This program is free with paid Museum admission!
Superhero Month is generously supported by @azfirstthingsfirst
We are excited to honor the everyday superheroes who make a difference in our community. This Saturday, @azfirstthingsfirst and early educators from Family Resource Centers will be at the Museum sharing information about the vital services they provide at centers across the Valley.
⭐ Saturday, June 27th | 9:00am-12:00pm ⭐
We are so grateful for their dedication to nurturing the growth, learning, and well-being of children and families each and every day. Their work is truly heroic, and we are proud to celebrate them. We hope you`ll join us!
