‍Children’s Museum Houston turns 45 — and we’re ready to party every week this summer!

Open 7 days a week Memorial Day to Labor Day

Summer extended hours, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

(Museum closed on Monday, June 9 for private event)

HOUSTON (May 22, 2025)– Get ready to dance, dazzle, and party like it’s our birthday… every single week! Dust off your party hats, put on your dancing shoes, and cue the Electric Slide — because Children’s Museum Houston is celebrating 45 Years of Play with a summer-long bash that’s bringing the house down (in the best way possible)!

This summer, we’re not just cutting the birthday cake—we’re cutting a rug! The Museum is turning up the volume with our new summer theme: “Party All Summer Long!” From Memorial Day, May 26 through Aug. 10, every week is a birthday week, and you’re invited to the nonstop celebration. Expect high-energy fun, jaw-dropping activities, and exhibits that will have you dancing through decades of imagination and discovery.

And because we just can’t stop the feeling, we’ve extended our hours just for summer: Open 7 days a week, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Memorial Day through Labor Day (closed June 9 for a private event). That’s more time to shimmy through exhibits, groove with the family, and make core memories which will leave you doing the Happy Dance all the way home.

EVERY WEEK’S A WHOLE NEW BIRTHDAY BASH! - MAY

Birthday Kickoff Party

Saturday, May 24

It all kicks off with a confetti-popping, DJ-rocking, toe-tapping birthday bash — and you do not want to miss the first dance!  So come one, come all — and let’s party 'til we POP!

• Confetti Dance Party: Get ready for a sky-showering, toe-tapping, beat-pumping confetti explosion! Grab your party hats and join us to ring in 45 years of play.‍
• Confetti Eggs: Craft colorful cascarones and crack ‘em open for good luck and giggles. ‍
• DJ Tyler Games: Your party playlist is in good hands! Dance and play along with DJ Tyler.‍
• Carnival Games: Jump into inflatable fun with games which will make you bounce with joy.‍
• Noisemakers and Hats: It’s not a party without flair! Create your custom party gear.
• ‍Confetti Poppers: Launch colorful confetti high in the air to celebrate the start of summer. ‍
• Mixed Media Birthday Cards: Wish us a happy birthday with a card designed by you!

Bubble Party

Saturday, May 31

Pop into summer with a burst of bubbly fun! Explore the science and artistry of bubbles with interactive activities.

• Texas Bubblers Science Touch Table: Learn the secrets of bubble science!‍
• Bubble Party with DJ Tyler: Enjoy music, games, and a bubble gum-blowing competition!‍
• Make Your Own Bubble Wand: Craft your own wand and test it outdoors!‍
• DIY Bubble Solution: Learn how to concoct your own bubble solution.‍
• Bubble Art Painting: Make colorful bubble prints!‍
• “Who’s In Your Bubble?”: Design your own "bubble" filled with the people you care about.‍
• Bubble Wrap Build: Pop into creativity while enjoying the satisfying bursts of bubble wrap!

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‍EVERY WEEK’S A WHOLE NEW BIRTHDAY BASH! - JUNE

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Color Party with Bluey!

Saturday, June 7

Celebrate self-expression and creativity during a Bluey-inspired event where every moment bursts with color-splashed fun!  Plus don’t miss our cosmic dust throwdown!

• ‍Bluey-Inspired Meet-and-Greet: Snap a photo with your favorite pup!‍
• Papa Bubble Live Candy-Making: I want candy!  Enjoy sweet candy demos and giveaways.‍
• Cosmic Color Throw: Splash the air with vibrant powders for an energetic experience!
• ‍Chalk Art Car: Transform a car into a moving masterpiece!‍
• Story Time sponsored by Phillips 66: Read Susan Verde’s I Am Me and create a crown.‍
• Rainbow Milk Chemistry: Explore colorful chemistry to create a mesmerizing display.‍
• Tie-Dye Workshops: Design your own vibrant, one-of-a-kind bandana.

Animal Party

Thursday, June 12

Get ready for a wild summer adventure and party like an animal! Join us for a day packed with animal-themed fun, including hands-on encounters with fascinating reptiles, engaging story-time sessions, and a live show!

• My Reptile Guys! Explore Table: Get up close with some of nature’s wildest creatures.‍
• Reptile Show: Don’t miss this live show featuring exotic reptiles and more.
• ‍Bug Encounter Story Time: Meet real live bugs up close while learning about them.

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Let’s Play Party

Saturday, June 14

Sponsored by Oxy

Celebrate the opening day of “Let’s Play: The Musical” with fun, live performances, games, and creative challenges!

• Let’s Play: The Musical!:  Join us for this summer’s original production.‍
• Cast Meet-and-Greet: Hang out with Ducky, Slime, Yo-Yo, Pixel, and Buckets the Bear!‍
• DJ Tyler’s Party Games: Dance, laugh, and play with a mix of music and games.‍
• Kaleidoscope-Making Workshops:   Explore your unique experiences and beliefs.‍
• Giant Video Game: Play Mario with a giant videogame controller.‍
• Mobile Video Game Truck:   Team up with friends in a high-energy, mobile experience!‍
• Game Quest Exhibit: Where math meets playthrough global games and more!‍
• Giant Lawn Games: Head outside for some oversized fun with classic favorites.‍
• DIY Board Games: Design, craft, and play your very own custom board game.

Juneteenth Celebration

Thursday, June 19

Funded in part by The City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance

Join us as we honor freedom, culture, and community.  We’re spotlighting the past, present, and future through interactive experiences designed to educate, empower, and energize.

• Juneteenth Champions: Step into this one-day-only exhibit by artist T. Ellis honoring 30 historic and modern-day icons who shaped the fight for freedom and equality.
• ‍DJ Ferbidden: Drop the beat, lift the spirit! Join us for a joy-fueled, family-friendly party.
• ‍Joy of Djembe Drumming:  Feel the beat with the powerful pulse of West African rhythms.‍
• Juneteenth Suncatcher Flag: Learn the symbolism behind Juneteenth’s iconic design.
• ‍Juneteenth Wreath: Reflect the resilience, pride, and history of the Black community.

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Slime Party

Saturday, June 21

There’s messy magic around every corner.  Get ready for a day full of squishy, silly, slimy fun! 

• The Slime Off Skit: Join us for a hilariously slimy showdown hosted by Sid Viscous as Gretta Gooey and Ophelia Ooze face off in a grossology-themed game show where trivia questions lead to outrageous slimings!
• ‍Glitter Slime: Get your hands messy and create vibrant, glittery slime in a variety of colors.‍
• Chalk Slime: Mix, mold and make your very own vibrant, chalky slime creation!‍
• Slime Nose: Watch slime pour out of a giant nose as we test our slimy concoctions.‍
• Meet-and-Greet with Slime from “Let’s Play: The Musical”: Experiment with different textures of slime with the cast of our summer musical.

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626 Day - Stitch’s STEM Party

Saturday, June 28

Sponsored by INVISTA

"626 Day" also known as Stitch Day, is a celebration on June 26 in honor of the beloved alien character, Stitch, from Disney's “Lilo & Stitch.”  Get ready for a galactic day of science, creativity, and fun as we celebrate everyone’s favorite blue experiment –STITCH, during a themed celebration.

• Stitch and Angel Inspired Meet-and-Greet: Snap photos with Experiment 626 and meet his boojiboo Angel, as we celebrate the release of the live-action film.‍
• Stitch a Stitch Workshops: Create an adorable plush character inspired by Stitch’s world!
• ‍Science Demos: Join the ultimate STEM party with an explosive demo featuring liquid nitrogen experiments, fiery lycopodium, colossal elephant toothpaste eruptions, and thrilling Mentos geysers that will blow your mind!
• ‍UV Bracelets: What is ultraviolet light? Learn all about it as you craft your own UV bracelet. ‍
• Shrinky DinkStitch: Shrink your own Stitch characters to turn into custom charms.‍
• Chilling with Chemical Reactions: Learn about chemical and physical changes.‍
• Picnic Science– Exploring the Pond: Discover amazing plants and creatures in our pond.

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‍EVERY WEEK’S A WHOLE NEW BIRTHDAY BASH! - JULY

Kidpendence Day Party

Friday, July 4

We’re putting the “YAY!” in USA with a star-spangled celebration that’s bursting with wonder, wow-factors, and red-white-and-BOOM-level fun! Little patriots can high-five heroes, blast off with explosive science, and dance under a confetti sky!

• Lady Liberty and Captain America-Inspired and Meet-and-Greet: Strike a pose with two American icons as they roam the Museum spreading stars, stripes, and superhero vibes!
• ‍Captain America-Inspired Story Time: Tune in for heroic tales about bravery and justice.
• ‍Kidpendence Science Show: Featuring fiery lycopodium, elephant toothpaste eruptions, a Mentos geyser salute, and our red, white and blue liquid nitrogen finale!‍
• Kidpendence Confetti Dance Party: Dance your stars off during our red, white, and boogie.‍
• Story Time with Lady Liberty: Listen to inspiring stories of strength and freedom.

Puppy Palooza Party feat. Bluey and Bingo

Saturday, July 12

Get ready to unleash some serious fun! Whether you're team tail-wag or all about the belly rubs, this paw-some celebration is packed with furry fun, cuddly creativity, and bark-tastic buddies!

• Bluey and Bingo-Inspired Meet-and-Greet: Meet your favorite Heelers from Down Under!‍
• Story Time with Therapy Dogs: Cuddle up with real-life four-legged friends!
• ‍Story Time with Clifford: The Big Red Dog has tales of kindness and friendship!‍
• Puppy Stuffies: Create your very own plush pup pal to take home and love fur-ever!
• ‍Animal Care 101: Step into the vet's office and learn how to care for your furry friends.‍
• Caring for Our Furry Friends: Explore what it takes to be a paws-itive pet parent.

Ice Cream Party

July 19 and 20

We’re chilling and thrilling in celebration of National Ice Cream Day!  This two-day flavor fest is the cherry on top of your summer, packed with sweet science, icy art, and frozen fun.

• Ice Cream Workshops: Whip up your own tasty treat in a science-meets-sweets workshop.‍
• Ice Painting: Brush up on your creativity as you turn melting ice into your next masterpiece!‍
• Ice Sculptor: Watch a block of ice transform into something ice-traordinary.‍
• Frozen-Inspired Meet-and-Greet and Sing-Along (Saturday Only): Chill out with Elsa and Anna, then belt your heart out with Frozen hits during icy sing-alongs!‍
• Frozen Rescue: Put your problem-solving on ice as you crack the code to free toys trapped in frozen blocks!

Splash Party

Saturday, July 26

Let the good times flow!  Make a big splash and dive into a day packed with wild water play, high-stakes splash battles, and slippery science that’ll leave you grinning from drip to drop.

• Water Balloon Battle:  Gear up, take aim, and make a splash in an epic water balloon showdown—waiver required, bragging rights included!‍
• Dunk Tank: Soak our educators in this fan-favorite splash zone spectacular!‍
• Water Cycle: Dive into the science of splash as you explore how water moves and grooves.‍
• Water Robots: Tinker with aquatic bots and explore the power of water-driven innovation.‍
• Guardians of the Natural World – Puppet Workshop: Craft a creature protector and use your imagination to share stories that keep the planet (and its waters) safe!‍
• Water Painting: Let watercolors whirl in this back-up splash zone of creativity!

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Magic Party

Thursday, July 31

Abracadabra! We’re conjuring up a day of wonder that’ll leave you spellbound! Get ready for mind-blowing illusions, mysterious experiments, and magical make-and-take activities.

• Magic by Jamie Salinas: Prepare to be amazed as Jamie Salinas roams the Museum with sleight-of-hand and dazzling illusions!‍
• Mr. Leo Magic Show: Catch Mr. Leo on stage with jaw-dropping tricks and surprises.‍
• Make Your Own Wand: Craft your own magic wand—maybe even one that lights up!‍
• Marauder’s Map: Design your own enchanted map to track mischief, magic, and mayhem!‍
• Disappearing Messages: Uncover messages that vanish before your eyes!

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EVERY WEEK’S A WHOLE NEW BIRTHDAY BASH! - AUGUST

Pedal to the Metal Party

Saturday, Aug. 2

Sponsored by Mitsubishi

Full-Throttle Fun Ahead! Rev up your engines and race into Children’s Museum Houston for a turbocharged day of high-octane excitement! From building your own custom rides to zooming through hands-on activities that go from zero to fun in seconds flat, this party puts the vroom in vroom-tastic! Fuel your imagination, put your creativity in drive, and shift your playtime into overdrive.

Blowout Bash

Saturday, Aug 9

Get ready to giggle, gasp, and go wild as we dive into the stinky, silly, and seriously fascinating world of digestion at our Blowout Bash! From poop molds to sewer science, we’re breaking down the ins and outs of the human body with gut-busting activities that are educational and just the right amount of icky. We’ll flush out the facts with digestion demos, fitness fun, and back-to-school wellness tips!

WORKSHOPS THAT WOW

BASF Kids’ Labs Fridays

June 6 to Sept. 5

Get fired up for Friday chemistry fun! Bubbling with excitement and bursting with brainy fun, BASF Kids’ Labs are back and ready to spark curiosity! Every Friday, young scientists can roll up their sleeves, throw on their goggles, and dive into hands-on experiments led by our electrifying educators. From slimy polymers and glowing paints to DNA extractions and mystery-solving chromatography, we’re stirring up a concoction of colorful reactions and messy discoveries. It’s chemistry that matters—literally! On-site registration only, so come early, grab a spot, and get ready to mix, fizz, glow, and go “Ooooooh!” with BASF!

EXHIBITS THAT EXCITE

Amazingly Immature

Now open!

Who says being immature is a bad thing? We’re flipping the script and proving that giggles and genius go hand in hand in KLUTZ® “Amazingly Immature!” Inspired by the wildly wacky “KLUTZ® Encyclopedia of Immaturity Vol. 1 and 2,”this laugh-out-loud exhibit lets you unleash your inner goofball while sneaking in some seriously smart science, tech, engineering, math, and literacy lessons. Packed with hands-on hijinks, this KLUTZ®-powered playground turns pranks into problem-solving, silliness into STEM, and monkey business into brain power. It’s not just fun—it’s immaturely educational!

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