Día del Niño

Get ready to unleash your inner adventurer and embark on a whirlwind of excitement as we come together to honor the joy and wonder of childhood in the most thrilling way possible!

Event Date
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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Event Time
9:00 am
5:00 pm
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5:00 pm
*The Museum opens at noon on Sundays.
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
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About the Event

Activities, events and times subject to change.

Prepare for an electrifying fiesta of epic proportions as we invite you to join us in celebrating the Day of the Child! Brace yourself for an exhilarating journey filled with enchanting story times that transport you to magical worlds, pulse-pounding rhythms with live performances that will ignite your spirit, and defy the limits of imagination!

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Depelchin Center – Navigating Differences Workshop: Explore empathy, communication, and ways to navigate differences with kindness and understanding.

When: At 10:30 am in Celebrations Room

DJ Tyler – Music & Games: Dance and play with DJ Tyler as he spins upbeat music and leads high-energy games for kids and families.

When: From 5 to 7:30 pm in Kids' Hall Alcove

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STEM on the Go: DIY Tabletop Games: Design and build your own tabletop game while exploring creativity and problem solving.

When: From 5 to 8 pm in Kids' Hall

Mr. Leo Presents: Miss Camila Puppet Show: Join Miss Camila for a lively bilingual puppet show filled with music, storytelling and playful characters that celebrate language and imagination.

When: At 6 pm in Gallery of Wonder

Las Americas Ballet Folklorico: Experience the vibrant rhythms, colorful costumes, and traditional dances of Mexico in this performance by Las Americas Ballet Folklorico.

When: At 6:30 pm in Brown Auditorium

Mini Drama – The Dragon at the Birthday Party: Celebrate friendship and inclusion with Kip and Ember in this interactive storytime, where kids help a dragon and their friend solve challenges while learning empathy, kindness and teamwork!

When: At 6:30 pm in the Parent Resource Library

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES

Carp Kites: Create your own colorful carp kite inspired by Japan’s Children’s Day and learn how these symbols represent strength, courage, and wishes for children’s bright futures.

When: All Day in Kaleidoscope

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Event Date
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Event Date
Thu
Apr
30
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Thu
Apr
30
2026
Event Time
9:00 am
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5:00 pm
9:00 am
5:00 pm
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
Disability Accessibility
CONSIDER WEARING A MASK
Please consider wearing a mask. Feeling sick? Come back when you feel better. Exposed to someone with COVID in the last 7 days? Please visit us another day. We remain committed to the safety of children, visitors, and our staff and follow CDC guidelines.
Thank You to Our Event Partner
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