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  • Kids in the Rotunda Season Announcement Party!

    Join Overture's Kids in the Rotunda for a free, fun-filled evening at Madison Children's Museum and their first-ever Season Announcement Party! Participate in a special scavenger hunt and search for […]

  • Move, Make, & Celebrate!

    It's a triple treat of creativity, crafts, and community! MOVE with Sara Rohs from Madison Contemporary Dance as she leads multiple sessions of Creative Movement dance classes designed to help […]

  • Cereal for Dinner

    As voted by visitors in our kids-only election: the Lunchbox will offer a Cereal-for-Dinner service! Cereals featured will be Frosted Flakes, Honey Nut Cheerios, and granola. Cow's milk and oat […]

  • Creative Movement with Madison Contemporary Dance

    Session 1: 5:30-6 pm Session 2: 6:30-7 pmMCM welcomes our friends at Madison Contemporary Dance! Artistic director Sara Rohs will teach creative movement dance classes for children of all ages. […]

  • Open Tuesday (special for August)

    We’re adding an extra day of play throughout August! The museum will be open every Tuesday this month, giving families more opportunities to visit their favorite exhibits, try out activities, […]

  • September Member Morning

    Start your weekend with a quiet hour of members-only playtime before the museum opens to the public! Sip complimentary coffee (while supplies last) and enjoy exploring exhibits in a relaxed […]

  • Kids for Peace Day

    Mark International Kids for Peace Day with a celebration of creativity and connection. A half-hour Suzuki violin performance kicks off the morning, followed by a community art-making experience where kids […]

  • Worldwide Day of Play at MCM

    Celebrate Worldwide Day of Play at Madison Children's Museum on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Find brand new ways to play in the Wonderground, bring your crawler and connect with other […]

  • MCM Roadshow: Día de Fútbol

    We’re taking the museum on the road! At community events all around Madison, you can stop by our station to dive into hands-on maker activities, design a small take-home art […]

  • The Great Apple Crunch

    Celebrate local farmers by tasting different varieties of locally grown apples. The Great Apple Crunch celebrates National Farm to School Month while supporting local producers and promoting local fresh food […]

  • Cereal for Dinner

    As voted by visitors in our kids-only election: the Lunchbox will offer a Cereal-for-Dinner service every third Thursday of the month! Cereals featured will be Frosted Flakes, Cheerios, and granola. […]