Madison Children's Museum

Early Explorers Playgroup
2026-02-27 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-03-06 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-03-13 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-03-20 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-10 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-04-17 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Chicago)
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!

Music with Junebug
2026-02-27 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-06 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-13 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-20 10:30 - 11:00
Sing, stomp, and hop to the beat with Junko “Junebug” Yamauchi. These energetic, interactive sessions blend lively music, playful rhythms, and storytelling elements that spark imagination. Junko’s joyful energy builds connection, confidence, and community—all through the magic of music and movement. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.

STEAM Time: Melt Animals out of Ice
2026-02-27 11:00 - 12:00
Oh no—our miniature animal friends are trapped in ice! Using tools and teamwork, kids will discover how water changes state while building fine motor skills. It’s an arctic adventure full of tactile fun, perfect for curious hands and minds.

Clay Day!
2026-02-27 13:00 - 15:00
Roll, shape, and sculpt with us on Friday afternoons! Join Art Studio staff to explore the magic of clay while creating pots, tiles, and shapes that will find a home here in the museum. It’s a hands-on way to leave your creative mark while learning the basics of ceramic art.

Member Party: Amazing Comic Adventure
2026-02-27 17:00 - 19:30 | Madison Children’s Museum, 100 N. Hamilton Street, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
Zap! Kapow! Join us for a Marvel-ous members-only party as we unleash our creativity and toon in for fun! Come dressed as your favorite character from cartoons, animation, or anime and get drawn into the action. Create your own comics, follow clues on a super scavenger hunt, and fuel up with free snacks and refreshments courtesy of MCM. It’s going to be ink-credible!

This event is for current museum members only. Registration is $10 per family (after MCM member discount).

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Super Friends Club: Spring 2026
2026-04-02 10:00 - 11:00
Drop-off class for preschoolers on Thursdays
Come to the museum and practice being a super friend! Super Friends Club offers a preschool-style group experience within the museum.
Speaking to new people, taking turns, and making friends are new skills for 3 and 4-year-olds. Led by Heather, MCM’s research and family learning manager, Super Friends Club gives kids a chance to practice these critical skills. Each week we’ll do an activity and play cooperatively in the museum.
Caregivers can relax in the cafe while the Super Friends are playing, or enjoy the museum’s exhibits with a younger or older sibling.
Best for ages 3 and 4, and potty-trained.
Dates: 9-week class on Thursdays, April 2–May 28.
Price: $45 class fee (does not include museum admission—consider a membership).

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