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  1. Early Explorers Playgroup (Saturday special)

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    August 2, 2025 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

    Join us for a special summer Saturday edition of our Early Explorers playgroup.
    Parenting a little one can feel isolating sometimes—come connect with others who understand! This special summer Saturday edition of our Early Explorers playgroup offers time for babies and toddlers under 2 to play with new toys while caregivers share conversation, stories, and support. It’s a relaxed, welcoming space for both kids and adults to recharge.

    Support for the First-Time Parent Membership Program is provided by Endres Manufacturing Company Foundation and Steve Stricker American Family Insurance Foundation.

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  2. Kids in the Rotunda Season Announcement Party!

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    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 performers around the museum before the official season announcement at 5 pm. This event is part of MCM’s FREE Thursday evenings, 4 pm–8 pm every week.

  3. Early Explorers Playgroup

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    Social time for babies and their grown-ups!
    This playgroup is thoughtfully 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 activities that support 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!

    This event will be held in the Celebrations Room and is free with general museum admission.

  4. Early Explorers Playgroup

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    Social time for babies and their grown-ups!
    This playgroup is thoughtfully 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 activities that support 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!

    This event will be held in the Celebrations Room and is free with general museum admission.

  5. Early Explorers Playgroup (Saturday special)

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    July 19, 2025 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

    Join us for a special summer Saturday edition of our Early Explorers playgroup.
    Get out of the house, play with some different toys, see new faces and meet new people! Best for ages under 2.

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  6. Early Explorers Playgroup (Saturday special)

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    July 26, 2025 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

    Join us for a special summer Saturday edition of our Early Explorers playgroup. Get out of the house, play with some different toys, see new faces and meet new people! Best for ages under 2.

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  7. MCM Roadshow: Family Frolic with UCP at McKee Farms Park

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    June 21, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

    Join MCM Roadshow at the Family Frolic with UCP at McKee Farms Park. This celebration includes free family fun with activities for all abilities. Food is available to purchase. Enjoy a bounce house, ball pit, bubble fun, balloon art, musical entertainment, County Resource Fair, and more!

    Madison Children’s Museum Roadshow brings mobile exhibits and maker activities to community events in Madison and the surrounding area. Create a miniature work of art to take home and get inventive with creative fort and structure building activities. 

    McKee Farms Park

    2930 Chapel Valley Rd.
    Fitchburg, 53711     + Google Map

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  8. MCM Roadshow: Mobile Madison at Elver Park

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    June 18, 2025 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

    Join MCM Roadshow and other local favorite organizations at Elver Park, starting at 5 pm. Parks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, movies, and free food.

    Elver Park

    1250 McKenna Boulevard
    Madison, Wisconsin
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  9. MCM Roadshow: Mobile Madison at Warner Park

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    June 17, 2025 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

    Join MCM Roadshow and other local favorite organizations at Warner Park, starting at 5 pm. Parks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, movies, and free food.

    Warner Park

    2930 N Sherman Ave
    Madison, Wisconsin 53704 United States

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  10. MCM Roadshow: Mobile Madison & Parks Alive at Brittingham Park

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    June 16, 2025 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

    Join MCM Roadshow and other local favorite organizations at Brittingham Park, starting at 5 pm. Parks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, movies, and free food.

    Brittingham Park

    829 W. Washington Ave.
    Madison, Wisconsin United States     + Google Map
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