BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Madison Children's Museum - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Madison Children's Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T100000 DTSTAMP:20260702T155708Z CREATED:20260702T155708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T155708Z UID:58128-1793266200-1793268000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-98/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T180000 DTSTAMP:20261028T212342Z CREATED:20261014T213843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T212342Z UID:59221-1793199600-1793210400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Downtown Madison Family Halloween DESCRIPTION:Make MCM the first stop on your trick-or-treat trip around the Capitol Square during the Downtown Madison Family Halloween celebration! Enjoy a free\, family-oriented Halloween celebration for kids 12 years and younger in downtown Madison. \n\n\n\nJoin us for free playtime and outdoor activities\, 3–6 pm in the Wonderground (enter on Dayton St.). This event is free to the public\, no ticket required! \n\n\n\nStaff dress-up theme for the day: Flora & Fauna (Dress like a plant or an animal!)  \nCostumes are welcome but never mandatory!  URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/downtown-madison-family-halloween-3/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,All Ages,Free,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Newsletter-Downtown-Family-Halloween-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T113000 DTSTAMP:20261014T224305Z CREATED:20260923T174215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T224305Z UID:59004-1793178000-1793187000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Baby's First Halloween DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of special Halloween activities for babies and toddlers: footprint craft\, photo op\, sensory play\, tummy time\, Music with Junebug and more! \n  \nStaff dress-up theme for the day: Flora & Fauna (Dress like a plant or an animal!)  \nCostumes are welcome but never mandatory!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nContributing support for MCM’s membership programs is provided by URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/babys-first-halloween-4/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Newsletter-Babys-First-Halloween-v1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T120000 DTSTAMP:20261009T183700Z CREATED:20260928T200534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T183700Z UID:59052-1792836000-1792843200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sustainability Fall Festival: Saturday DESCRIPTION:Celebrate creative ways to care for our planet at MCM’s Sustainability Fall Festival! Explore hands-on activities\, meet community partners working toward a more sustainable future\, and discover how everyday choices can make a difference. Across three days of playful programs\, families can create\, investigate\, experiment\, and find new ways to connect with the world around us. \nLook up\, look around\, and explore our environment! Saturday brings community partners to MCM for family-friendly opportunities to learn about air quality\, Wisconsin’s natural resources\, and caring for the world around us. \n• Love My Air: Explore Air Quality with a series of activities and VR headsets\n• Wisconsin DNR: Gain a better understanding of air quality in our state\n• Healthy Climate of Wisconsin: Hands-on learning about indoor air quality and induction cooking\n• UW Virus Lab: Learn how viruses travel using bubbles\n• Giant Lungs: Walk through a set of giant lungs and gain a better understanding of how your lungs work \n\n\nFunding for the Sustainability Fall Festival is provided by URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sustainability-fall-festival-saturday/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,All Ages,Special Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T190000 DTSTAMP:20261021T200036Z CREATED:20260928T190741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T200036Z UID:59047-1792773000-1792782000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sensory-Friendly Halloween DESCRIPTION:Madison Children’s Museum welcomes children and families with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and sensory challenges to experience the museum during sensory-friendly hours\, free of charge. This program aims to bring families together to learn through play in an environment that supports the unique needs of children with ASD. \n\n\n\nThis program is free to all attendees! Pre-registration for the event is recommended\, but not required. \n\n\n\nStaff dress-up theme for the day: Monochrome (Dress all one color)  \nCostumes are welcome but never mandatory!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContributing support for Sensory-Friendly Nights is provided by \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sensory-friendly-halloween-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Free,Free with Admission,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Sensory.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T150000 DTSTAMP:20261009T183443Z CREATED:20260928T200534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T183443Z UID:59051-1792749600-1792767600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sustainability Fall Festival: Friday DESCRIPTION:Celebrate creative ways to care for our planet at MCM’s Sustainability Fall Festival! Explore hands-on activities\, meet community partners working toward a more sustainable future\, and discover how everyday choices can make a difference. Across three days of playful programs\, families can create\, investigate\, experiment\, and find new ways to connect with the world around us. \nPut your creativity to work for the planet! Friday’s Sustainability Fall Festival lineup invites you to explore how art\, growing things\, and imaginative making can inspire us to think differently about materials and resources. \n• Imagination Station: Sustainability\, 10–11:30 am\n• STEAM Time: Upcycled Planters\, 11 am–12 pm\, Rooftop\n• Clay Day\, 1–3 pm\, Art Studio \n\n\nFunding for the Sustainability Fall Festival is provided by URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sustainability-fall-festival-friday/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,All Ages,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Member-Update.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T103000 DTSTAMP:20260828T212956Z CREATED:20260828T212956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T212956Z UID:58702-1792747800-1792751400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Early Explorers Playgroup DESCRIPTION:This playgroup is expertly designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together\, and engage in unstructured play that supports various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over a variety of topics. Come meet other families and make new friends! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/early-explorers-playgroup-105/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-Playgroup-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T193000 DTSTAMP:20261014T202634Z CREATED:20260928T200534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T202634Z UID:59050-1792688400-1792697400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sustainability Fall Festival: Thursday DESCRIPTION:Celebrate creative ways to care for our planet at MCM’s Sustainability Fall Festival! Explore hands-on activities\, meet community partners working toward a more sustainable future\, and discover how everyday choices can make a difference. Across three days of playful programs\, families can create\, investigate\, experiment\, and find new ways to connect with the world around us. \nKick off the Sustainability Fall Festival during Free Family Night! Follow the clues on a sustainability scavenger hunt\, then put some pedal power behind a colorful work of art. \n• Doodle Booth 4–6pm• Sustain Dane Sustainability Scavenger Hunt — 5–7:30 pm• MG&E Bike-Powered Spin Art — 5–7:30 pm• Planting Wheatgrass 5-7:30pm \n  \nStaff dress-up theme for the day: Fur\, feathers\, & fins (Dress like your pet!)  \nCostumes are welcome but never mandatory!  \n\n\nFunding for the Sustainability Fall Festival is provided by URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sustainability-fall-festival-thursday/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,All Ages,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Member-Update.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T103000 DTSTAMP:20260828T212956Z CREATED:20260828T212956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T212956Z UID:58701-1792143000-1792146600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Early Explorers Playgroup DESCRIPTION:This playgroup is expertly designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together\, and engage in unstructured play that supports various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over a variety of topics. Come meet other families and make new friends! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/early-explorers-playgroup-104/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-Playgroup-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T200000 DTSTAMP:20261014T202705Z CREATED:20260824T174912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T202705Z UID:58612-1792080000-1792094400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Science on the Square: Free Family Night DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s a FREE night of museum fun from 4–8 pm as the Wisconsin Science Festival presents Science on the Square: Madison Night Market Fusion. Check out all MCM has to offer in addition to an exciting line-up of hands-on science activities.\n\n\n\nStop by to check out these hands-on science stations plus MORE activities throughout the museum! \n\nCode to Connect – Coding Concept Activities\nWCER and the Dept. of Educational Psychology – Learning through your body at the MAGIC Lab\nWisconsin Dept. of Agriculture\, Trade\, and Consumer Protection – Bug Out!\nWisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom – Strawberry DNA Extraction\nSleepHealth Ambassadors – Sleep Superheros: Unlock your hidden powers\nATC – How electricity flows\nLanguage Acquisition and Bilingualism Lab – Story Stones\nWisconsin Center for Origins Research – Origins of Life\nCardea\, Inc – Your heart & you\nSchool of Medicine & Public Health – Keep your lungs squishy!\nSocial and Moral Learning Lab – Mind games: explore how your brain works\nBadgerBots Team 1306 – Robotics demonstrations\nUW-Madison Neuroscience Training Program – Human Brain Demonstration\n\nFor more information about Science on the Square and to see all participating businesses\, visit: wiscifest.org/SotS \n\n  \nStaff dress-up theme for the day: Science Rules (Dress like a scientist\, scientific concept\, or… use your imagination!) \nCostumes are welcome but never mandatory!  \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/science-on-the-square-2/ CATEGORIES:All Ages,Free,Special Event,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Newsletter-Science-on-the-Square-v2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T100000 DTSTAMP:20260702T155707Z CREATED:20260702T155707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T155707Z UID:58126-1792056600-1792058400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-96/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T103000 DTSTAMP:20260828T212955Z CREATED:20260828T212955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T212955Z UID:58700-1791538200-1791541800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Early Explorers Playgroup DESCRIPTION:This playgroup is expertly designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together\, and engage in unstructured play that supports various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over a variety of topics. Come meet other families and make new friends! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/early-explorers-playgroup-103/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-Playgroup-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T200000 DTSTAMP:20261005T180057Z CREATED:20260428T160307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T180057Z UID:57461-1791478800-1791489600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Indigenous Peoples' Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE celebration with our Indigenous community\, featuring food\, music\, art\, and dance representing Indigenous traditions across the world. This event is part of the Teejop Community Art Project.  \n\n5:30-6:30: Gene Delcourt artist talk and demo6:30: Wisconsin Dells Dancers & Singers\n \nStarting at 5 pm – while supplies last: Indigenous cuisine samples from Chef Lightning New Rider.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMajor Support is provided by \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWendy Simmons \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContributing Support is provided by URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/indigenous-heritage-celebration-2/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Early Learning,Free,History,Imaginative Play,Literacy,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Indigenous-Heritage-Celebration-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T100000 DTSTAMP:20260702T155707Z CREATED:20260702T155707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T155707Z UID:58125-1791451800-1791453600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-95/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T103000 DTSTAMP:20260828T212955Z CREATED:20260828T212955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T212955Z UID:58699-1790933400-1790937000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Early Explorers Playgroup DESCRIPTION:This playgroup is expertly designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together\, and engage in unstructured play that supports various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over a variety of topics. Come meet other families and make new friends! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/early-explorers-playgroup-102/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-Playgroup-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T190000 DTSTAMP:20260930T195545Z CREATED:20260930T195545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T195545Z UID:59090-1790874000-1790881200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:UW Club Baseball in the Wonderground DESCRIPTION:Grab your imaginary glove and get ready to play! UW Club Baseball players are visiting the Wonderground for an evening of baseball fun. Meet members of the team\, explore the equipment they use\, and try your hand at throwing and catching. Bring your questions\, your energy\, and your best game-day spirit! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/uw-club-baseball-in-the-wonderground/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,All Ages,Special Event,Under 1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T141500 DTSTAMP:20260930T214157Z CREATED:20260916T154041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T214157Z UID:58947-1790861400-1790864100@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Music Sprouts with Junko: Fall 2026 DESCRIPTION:Music and movement for preschoolers!\n\n\n\nIs your 3–5 year old ready to jam? Join Junko for a dynamic weekly class designed especially for preschool-aged kids. \n\n\n\nIn this class\, your child will experience storytelling through songs and actions\, practice responding to what they hear\, and discover how their body naturally reacts to music. Over the weeks\, they’ll begin to develop body control through large movements such as hopping and stopping on cue. They’ll practice using their singing voices and sharpen their listening skills through ear training and call-and-response. As they learn to feel the beat in their bodies\, they’ll also explore instruments like hand drums and rhythm sticks.Caregivers must stay on site and may relax in the cafe during the session\, or enjoy the museum with siblings. \n\n\n\nMusic Sprouts is a joyful journey into rhythm\, movement\, and self-expression guided by Junko Yamauchi Stewart\, a multitalented musician and educator\, and founder of BENI Daiko Taiko Ensemble. \n\n\n\nDates: Thursdays\, Oct 1–Nov 19\, 1:30-2:15 PM. \n\n\n\nPrice: $40 for 8 sessions \n\n\n\nFor Ages: 3-5 \n\n\n\nClass fee does not include museum admission (required—free for members; non-members see admission prices and/or membership rates). If the class has sold out\, you can join the waitlist. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBe sure to read our cancellation and refund policies. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-sprouts-with-junko-fall-2026/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,Class,Early Learning,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Lil-Sprouts-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T100000 DTSTAMP:20260930T204258Z CREATED:20260702T155707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T204258Z UID:58124-1790847000-1790848800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-94/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260924T161041Z CREATED:20250926T211201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T161041Z UID:55804-1790780400-1790784000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Kamishibai & Play: Japanese Storytime and Games in the Wonderground DESCRIPTION:Step into the world of kamishibai—a traditional form of Japanese picture storytelling! Enjoy lively tales\, sing along to simple songs\, and play group games that bring the stories to life. Join us for a magical cultural experience perfect for young learners and curious imaginations. Included with museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/kamishibai-play-japanese-storytime-and-games-4/ CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Literacy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/July-2024-Web-Events-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T150000 DTSTAMP:20260924T164922Z CREATED:20240522T221725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T164922Z UID:49811-1790776800-1790780400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Insect Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Be very\, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Wonderground\, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and search for (fake) bugs hiding in the plants. Gentleness is encouraged—no insects will be harmed in the making of this program. \n\n\n\nThis program is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/insect-scavenger-hunt-5/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Insect-Scavenger-Hunt-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T140000 DTSTAMP:20260924T162842Z CREATED:20240721T081446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T162842Z UID:50773-1790773200-1790776800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Cabin Life: Beeswax Candle Making DESCRIPTION:Illuminate the past and make your own beeswax candle like an early Wisconsin settler. \n\n\n\nCabin Life invites you to try crafts and activities from around the time of our historic 1840s log cabin in the Wonderground. This event is free with general museum admission. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/cabin-life-beeswax-candle-making-4/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Cooking,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,History,Imaginative Play,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Cabin-Life-Candle-Making.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260929T184216Z CREATED:20260922T211554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T184216Z UID:58998-1790758800-1790784000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wonderground Wednesday: Free! DESCRIPTION:A day of FREE play in the Wonderground! Join us outside for music\, programming\, and fresh-air fun in the Wonderground — no ticket required. Enter via the gate on Dayton Street. Indoor spaces will be closed for exhibit maintenance. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wonderground-wednesday-free/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,All Ages,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/wonderground-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T103000 DTSTAMP:20260828T212955Z CREATED:20260828T212955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T212955Z UID:58698-1790328600-1790332200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Early Explorers Playgroup DESCRIPTION:This playgroup is expertly designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together\, and engage in unstructured play that supports various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over a variety of topics. Come meet other families and make new friends! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/early-explorers-playgroup-101/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-Playgroup-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T200000 DTSTAMP:20260917T181209Z CREATED:20260428T160817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T181209Z UID:57463-1790269200-1790280000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Noche Gratuita en Celebración de la Herencia Hispana / Free Night: Hispanic Heritage Celebration DESCRIPTION:Únanse al Madison Children’s Museum en nuestra celebración anual de la herencia hispana. ¡Disfrute de una noche de música\, comida\, actividades artísticas\, espectáculos culturales y programas graciosos\, todo gratis! \n\n\n\n¡Más detalles próximamente! \n\n\n\n______________________Join Madison Children’s Museum for our annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Enjoy a free evening of music\, food\, arts activities\, cultural performances\, and playful programs! \n\n\n\nFull details to come! \n\n\n\nMajor Support is provided by \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWendy Simmons \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContributing Support is provided by\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts. This program is supported by Dane Arts with additional funds from Diane Ballweg and the Endres Mfg. Company Foundation. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/noche-gratuita-en-celebracion-de-la-herencia-hispana-free-night-hispanic-heritage-celebration/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Early Learning,Free,History,Imaginative Play,Literacy,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/49aef72c-fbba-4233-9a60-501bcf5de7da.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T100000 DTSTAMP:20260702T155706Z CREATED:20260702T155706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T155706Z UID:58123-1790242200-1790244000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-93/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T153000 DTSTAMP:20260915T152340Z CREATED:20260902T135830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T152340Z UID:58785-1789914600-1789918200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Scratch Programming Class DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming! \n\n\n\nClass participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art\, animated stories\, or games using Scratch\, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary. \n\n\n\nParents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch. \n\n\n\nThis class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department. \n\n\n\nFee: $80 for the 11-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child\, plus a parent or guardian\, and up to one younger non-participant sibling. \n\n\n\nSupplies: Children must supply their own laptop\, chromebook\, or tablet to work on. (Unfortunately\, a phone is too small.) \n\n\n\nMCM laptops and class scholarships are available for students who need them—please email ccummins@madisonchildrensmuseum for information on scholarships and laptops. \n\n\n\nClass dates: Sundays\, Sep 20–Dec 6\, 2:30-3:30 pm. (No class Nov 29 due to Thanksgiving) \n\n\n\nBe sure to read our refund and cancellation policy. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-programming-class-14/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Includes Admission,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Scratch-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T103000 DTSTAMP:20260828T212955Z CREATED:20260828T212955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T212955Z UID:58697-1789723800-1789727400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Early Explorers Playgroup DESCRIPTION:This playgroup is expertly designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together\, and engage in unstructured play that supports various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over a variety of topics. Come meet other families and make new friends! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/early-explorers-playgroup-100/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-Playgroup-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T100000 DTSTAMP:20260702T155706Z CREATED:20260702T155706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T155706Z UID:58122-1789637400-1789639200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-92/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T103000 DTSTAMP:20260828T212954Z CREATED:20260828T212954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T212954Z UID:58696-1789119000-1789122600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Early Explorers Playgroup DESCRIPTION:This playgroup is expertly designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together\, and engage in unstructured play that supports various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over a variety of topics. Come meet other families and make new friends! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/early-explorers-playgroup-99/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Early-Explorers-Playgroup-new.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T100000 DTSTAMP:20260702T155706Z CREATED:20260702T155706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T155706Z UID:58121-1789032600-1789034400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tales with Teresa DESCRIPTION:Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device\, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills\, develop early literacy\, and celebrate each other’s differences. \nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tales-with-teresa-91/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Literacy,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Tales-with-Theresa.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR