• Let’s Move! with Abby

    Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dance parties, group games and balance activities, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information. This event is free with general […]

  • Grand Tiny Parade

    Join the tiniest parade with the biggest heart! Kids and grown-ups alike can grab a shaker or drum and jump into the rhythm as we parade through the Wonderground’s Down Under. Junko and friends lead the fun this summer in this playful, musical celebration on Thursday afternoons!

  • Free: Family Pride Night

    Gather with family and friends for an evening of Pride-inspired fun! Follow clues on a scavenger hunt, create vibrant artwork, and enjoy activities that celebrate creativity, community, and self-expression. Join our young friends DJ Jacob and MC Emma for a family-friendly dance party at 6:30. Come celebrate Pride Month with an evening full of color, […]

  • STEM Sparks: Find Your Balance

    Step into the shoes of a structural engineer in this high-stakes physics showdown. You will receive a secret stash of miniature weights and a single, free-hanging balance plate. One wrong move, and everything crashes down!

  • Early Explorers Playgroup

    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 […]

  • Imagination Station

    Join Abby in the Down Under every other Friday morning to stretch your creativity with common materials used in unexpected ways. Each program will feature a different activity.

  • Madison Shakespeare Co presents: Edward IV

    King Edward loves life. He loves his wife Elizabeth. He also loves his mistress Jane. Jane loves her husband Matthew. Matthew loves Jane, but he doesn’t love the idea of competing with a king. So Matthew becomes a pirate. The pirates all love Matthew. And that’s just for starters. Get tickets now to see Edward the Fourth, […]

  • Exploration Station: Stomp Rockets

    Design, build, and launch your own stomp rocket in this high-flying STEM challenge! Test how far and how high your rocket can soar, then make changes to improve your design. Explore engineering, air pressure, and motion through hands-on experimentation. What adjustments will help your rocket fly best? Join us and find out!

  • Madison Shakespeare Co presents: Edward IV

    King Edward loves life. He loves his wife Elizabeth. He also loves his mistress Jane. Jane loves her husband Matthew. Matthew loves Jane, but he doesn’t love the idea of competing with a king. So Matthew becomes a pirate. The pirates all love Matthew. And that’s just for starters. Get tickets now to see Edward the Fourth, […]

  • Madison Shakespeare Co presents: Edward IV

    King Edward loves life. He loves his wife Elizabeth. He also loves his mistress Jane. Jane loves her husband Matthew. Matthew loves Jane, but he doesn’t love the idea of competing with a king. So Matthew becomes a pirate. The pirates all love Matthew. And that’s just for starters. Get tickets now to see Edward the Fourth, […]

  • Stories Across Generations

    Settle in for a special storytime that brings generations together. Eleanor Dougherty shares beloved picture books with young listeners in a warm, welcoming setting. This gentle program invites children ages 0–8 and their caregivers to connect through stories, imagination, and the simple joy of reading together.

  • Dairy Air

    What's in the air we breathe every day? Get ready to explore the science of breathing as we learn about Wisconsin air quality and how our lungs help keep us healthy through crafts, games, and interactive activities. Walk through giant lungs, spin a prize wheel, or enjoy a lively puppet show along the way. Come […]

  • Brain Builders with Heather

    Join us for Brain Builders-a summer series of activities that might look like interesting art projects or games, but are secretly designed to foster essential early elementary school skills like pausing, turn-taking, and perseverance.  

  • Let’s Move! with Abby

    Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dance parties, group games and balance activities, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information. This event is free with general […]

  • Music Time with Tim

    Explore the world of music and rhythm! Each week, Tim leads children in singing, playing, games, and movement that inspire creativity and connection. It’s an engaging experience for kids and families—free with admission.