Final Kickoff Party

Before the summer celebration takes its final bow, families can enjoy one last victory lap when the Museum stays open until 8 p.m. for extended evening fun!

Event Date
Friday, July 3, 2026
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Event Time
9:00 am
8:00 pm
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8:00 pm
*The Museum opens at noon on Sundays.
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
Accessibility
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About the Event

Activities, events and times subject to change.

SPONSORED BY CHEVRON

Before the summer celebration takes its final bow, families can enjoy one last victory lap when the Museum stays open until 8 p.m. for extended evening fun!

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Team Jersey Workshops: Design and decorate a teddy bear–sized soccer jersey for cheering on your favorite World Cup team. Limit 15 participants ages 3+; sign ups open one hour prior to each workshop.

When: At the top of every half hour from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm in One World

Soccer Storytime: Enjoy storytimes highlighting teamwork, perseverance, sportsmanship, and learning from mistakes.

When: At 11 am and 1 pm in the Parent Resource Library

Face Painting: Get game-day ready with face painting inspired by teams, flags, and soccer spirit from around the world!

When: From 1 to 5 pm in Tree Top

DJ Tyler: Join DJ Tyler for soccer-inspired games and music that keep the energy high and the fun in play all afternoon!

When: From 2 to 7 pm in Kids' Hall Alcove

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES

Shrinking Soccer Bracelets: Experiment with a special type of plastic to create your own soccer-themed shrinky dink accessory!

When: All Day in Science Station

Build a Player: Design foosball players and test improvements, learning how small design changes affect performance.

When: All Day in Prototopia

Zentangled Soccer Ball: Relax and focus by decorating a soccer design with structured patterns inspired by the Zentangle Method as we mark the final Houston game of the World Cup!

When: All Day at the Kids' Hall Activity Tables
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Event Date
Friday, July 3, 2026
Event Date
Fri
Jul
3
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Fri
Jul
3
2026
Event Time
9:00 am
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8:00 pm
9:00 am
8:00 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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Thank You to Our Event Sponsor

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