Our year-round schedule of fun and engaging events allow you to dive deeper through hands-on activities, performances, and real-world demonstrations from experts. Even better, special events are FREE with museum admission or membership!
Special events include:
- Themed days
Explore your curiosities during themed event days like Chemistry Day, Engineers Day, Archaeology Day, and more.
- Exhibit Opening Celebrations
Celebrate the opening day of each new exhibit with exclusive programming tied to our always-changing exhibit lineup.
- Free days
Enjoy four free days a year including Martin Luther King Jr. Day in January, Presidents Day in February, Fiesta de la Familia in September, and Christmas Eve in December.
Check out our current calendar of public events.
Black History Month Celebration
Join us from 4 to 8 p.m. on this special $6 First Thursday as we celebrate African American heritage and achievements! Details
Thursday, Feb 4, 2021
4:00 PM-8:00 PM
Included with Admission
Nickelodeon’s Dora and Diego—Let’s Explore! Opening Day
Join us as we celebrate the opening of Dora and Diego—Let's Explore! Details
Saturday, Feb 6, 2021
10:00 AM-3:00 PM
Included with Admission
Presidents Day
Celebrate Presidents Day with free admission, special activities, and programs. Details
Monday, Feb 15, 2021
10:00 AM-3:00 PM
Free Ticket Required
Engineers Day
Local engineers will lead activities and demonstrate how engineering has contributed to our health and safety. Details
Saturday, Feb 20, 2021
10:00 AM-3:00 PM
Included with Admission
SUE Meets Bucky Opening Day
Celebrate the opening of our new exhibit SUE Meets Bucky. Details
Saturday, Mar 6, 2021
10:00 AM-3:00 PM
Included with Admission
DC SUPER HEROES™: Discover Your Superpowers Opening Day
Bring your family for opening day explorations of DC SUPER HEROES™: Discover Your Superpowers at The Children’s Museum! Details
Saturday, Mar 20, 2021
10:00 AM-3:00 PM
Included with Admission
Earth Day Celebration
The Children's Museum is joining organizations around the world in celebrating the 50th anniversary of Earth Day! Details
Saturday, Apr 24, 2021
10:00 AM-3:00 PM
Included with Admission