Donald Duck’s Birthday Party
2017-06-09 10:30 - 12:45 (America/Chicago) | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Donald Duck’s Birthday Party
Friday, June 9 10:30am-12:45pm
Join The Woodlands Children’s Museum and Donald Duck for his birthday celebration. Everyone is invited to celebrate the birthday of one of the world’s most famous ducks at The Woodlands Children’s Museum.
Children will be able to meet Donald Duck and sing “Happy Birthday” to him on Friday, June 9th . Families are invited to bring their cameras to capture the special moment 12:00 to 12:45. “Seeing this Disney character come to life is guaranteed to be a magical experience for children,” Angela Colton, executive director of the museum, said. “Donald Duck’s Birthday Party is always a fun event – we look forward to singing to him every year.”

Museum Open
2017-06-12, 2017-06-19, 2017-06-26, 2017-07-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2017-07-10 10:00 - 17:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
The museum is now open on Monday through Labor Day.

Science Madness
2017-06-12 11:00 - 16:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Science Madness – Smelly Stuff
Get hands on with these short science activities, which are suitable for all ages. Even the youngest scientists will enjoy exploring their world through these interactive explorations. No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Boogie Bash
2017-06-13 11:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Boogie Bash – “Bean Bag Boogie”. Children will engage in a variety of fun musical bean bag activities that focus on developing muscle coordination, balance, listening, and playing with friends.
Available for young toddlers and children up to 5 years old, Boogie Bash provides children with a preliminary introduction to the space around them, encourages cooperation, promotes social interaction, develops a sense of rhythm, strengthens listening skills and enhances language development. No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Sonny "The Bird Man" Carlin 4 show times
2017-06-14 10:30 - 14:30 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Sonny “The Bird Man” Carlin- 4 shows
Wednesday June 14th 10:30am, 11:45am, 1pm and 2:15pm
Delight in colorful, interactive, child-friendly and entertaining performances with Macaw and other exotic birds.
Sonny “The Birdman” Carlin from Exotic Wings Productions will bring macaws and other exotic bird species to the stage for three colorful, interactive, child-friendly and entertaining performances.
Carlin has spent the past 15 to 20 years training exotic birds to do unique tricks – like ride a unicycle, carry a flag and fly on command. He travels the U.S. performing theatrical shows and making appearances.
“You won’t want to miss a performance by Sonny the Birdman,” Angela Colton, the museum’s executive director, said. “He and his feathered friends put on quite a show. It’s entertaining and educational.”

Shadow Puppet Theatre
2017-06-15 11:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Shadow Puppet Theatre presents, We’re Very Good Friends, My Father and I by P. K. Hallinan. In celebration of Father’s Day, this charming book shows the special relationship between children and their dads.
An introduction to storytelling elements which allows our readers and audience to interact directly with each other, children of all ages are enchanted with the animated shadows

Magic Day
2017-06-16 10:00 - 17:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Magic Day, Friday June 16th, 10am-5pm
Enter a world of illusion at The Woodlands Children’s Museum for its annual Magic Day celebration from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, June 16, when local magicians will take the stage and perform feats of wonder and illusion.
Scott Hollingsworth, who has delighted and amazed audiences around the world, will perform at 10:30, 11:15 and 11:45 a.m.
Professor Hughdini, a local magician who has been performing magical entertainment for more than 30 years, will present shows at 12:30, 1 and 1:30 p.m.
David G. Wonders, “Texas’ Magic Ambassador,” will combine comedy, magic and balloon art on stage at 2:45, 3:15 and 3:45 p.m.
As part of the festivities, children will be able to make their own magic hats.
“At the museum, we’re always trying to create an environment that fosters wonder and creativity,” executive director, Angela Colton, said. “We’re ready to take that to another level during this day dedicated to celebrating magic.”
Children will have the opportunity to create magic hats and wands. Face painting and a special Storybook Theatre. Event sponsored by White Glove Destinations.

Chip off the ole' block Father and Child Celebration
2017-06-17 10:00 - 14:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Chip off the ole’ block
Father and Child Celebration
Saturday June 17th 10am-2pm
Engage in interactive putting games and get hands-on building a “Birdie”Bird House.
“Par”ticipating paying Dads will be entered into a raffle for a Top Golf theme gift basket.
“Fore” the perfect ending to the day enjoy visiting a food truck upon exiting museum.
Event Cost is $5 per person in addition to admission which is $6 for adults and children 1 year and older.

Lego® Time
2017-06-17 11:00 - 16:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Lego® Time – Sort to Recycle.
Lego® Time introduces the concept of problem solving with the use of LEGOS®. Your little mathematician will use visual cards to develop their puzzle solving skills. What a fun way to experience hands on learning. This weekday LEGO® Time activity is great for ages 2-5. No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Mini Masterminds
2017-06-20 10:00 - 12:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Mini Masterminds –Popcorn.
Inquisitive little minds get a head start on developing problem solving and mathematical skills with these short activities suitable for ages 2 and up. Matching, sorting, counting up and down, fine motor skills, and shape recognition and other topics will be explored. No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Boogie Bash
2017-06-20 11:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Boogie Bash – Summer Fun—Beach Balls, Hula Hoops, and More. We’re welcoming summer with a variety of fun musical activities and games.
Available for young toddlers and children up to 5 years old, Boogie Bash provides children with a preliminary introduction to the space around them, encourages cooperation, promotes social interaction, develops a sense of rhythm, strengthens listening skills and enhances language development. No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

S.O.S. Science on Stage
2017-06-21 11:30 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
S.O.S. Science on Stage – Super strong bubbles.
Calling all future scientists! Prepare to be amazed and intrigued as we explore fun science experiments up close live on stage. These short demonstrations are free with admission and will entertain even the youngest of Einsteins. No reservation needed. Free with paid admission

Shadow Puppet Theatre
2017-06-22 11:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
presents, Luna and the Big Blur by Shirley Day . Luna learns to feel good about herself even if she has a different name and, on top of that, has to wear glasses.
An introduction to storytelling elements which allows our readers and audience to interact directly with each other, children of all ages are enchanted with the animated shadows

Tinker Bell
2017-06-23 10:00 - 13:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Tinker Bell
Friday June 23rd 10am-1pm
Tinker Bell will be with us for a very special reading during Storybook Theatre and after she will meet guest and take photos. Bring your camera.

Storybook Theatre
2017-06-23 11:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Storybook Theatre presents, Summer Days and Nights by Wong Herbert Yee. A little girl discovers and explores all the joys and wonders of the season!
Introduce your child to the wonder of reading and instill a love of books at an early age. Storybook Theatre combines your favorite childhood books with songs, rhymes and finger plays which are meant to promote early literacy and enhance language development.

Lego® Time
2017-06-26 11:00 - 16:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Lego® Time –
Prepare to take LEGO engineering to the next level as we combine it with LEGO Education Computer Software. Children will have the opportunity to develop their skills in problem solving and technology as well as language and literacy by working on these theme-based challenges. Hands-on Lego® building today!
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Boogie Bash
2017-06-27 11:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Boogie Bash -Parachute Play. Musical games and activities that encourage cooperation, turn-taking and sharing, developing a sense of rhythm, strengthening the upper torso, and following directions.
Available for young toddlers and children up to 5 years old, Boogie Bash provides children with a preliminary introduction to the space around them, encourages cooperation, promotes social interaction, develops a sense of rhythm, strengthens listening skills and enhances language development. No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Crazy About Critters
2017-06-28 11:30 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Crazy About Critters – TGR Exotics What happens when a turtle outgrows its shell? How many quills does a hedgehog have? Find out answers to these questions and more as you get up close and personal with these crazy critters.

Shadow Puppet Theatre
2017-06-29 11:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Shadow Puppet Theatre presents, The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. This favorite picture book follows a caterpillar with a big appetite as he munches through each day of the week and eventually transforms into a beautiful butterfly!
An introduction to storytelling elements which allows our readers and audience to interact directly with each other, children of all ages are enchanted with the animated shadows

Storybook Theatre
2017-06-30 11:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Storybook Theatre presents, The Night Before the Fourth of July by Natasha Wing. All the fun and celebrations of America’s birthday are highlighted in this fun rhyming tale of a family enjoying the holiday.
Introduce your child to the wonder of reading and instill a love of books at an early age. Storybook Theatre combines your favorite childhood books with songs, rhymes and finger plays which are meant to promote early literacy and enhance language development.

Science Madness
2017-07-01 11:00 - 16:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Invisible Ink. Get hands on with these short science activities, which are suitable for all ages. Even the youngest scientists will enjoy exploring their world through these interactive explorations.

Museum Closed for 4th of July
2017-07-04

Lego® Time
2017-07-05 11:00 - 16:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Lego® Time-Drop and Rescue
Prepare to take LEGO engineering to the next level as we combine it with LEGO Education Computer Software. Children will have the opportunity to develop their skills in problem solving and technology as well as language and literacy by working on these theme-based challenges. Hands-on Lego® building today!
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

S.O.S. Science on Stage
2017-07-05 11:30 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
S.O.S. Science on Stage – Lava Lamp. Calling all future scientists! Prepare to be amazed and intrigued as we explore fun science experiments up close live on stage. These short demonstrations are free with admission and will entertain even the youngest of Einsteins. No reservation needed. Free with paid admission

Tanabata
2017-07-07 10:00 - 17:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
In Japan, it’s not unusual this time of year for children to have stars in their eyes. In fact, it’s encouraged. July 7 is when families celebrate Tanabata – also known as Evening of the Seventh or the Star Festival – to commemorate a special, once-a-year reunion between two celestial bodies.
Visitors to The Woodlands Children’s Museum will have a chance to experience this festival for themselves on Friday, July 7, when the museum hosts a Tanabata celebration with a hands-on art activity and Japanese dance performances.
Tanabata marks the once-yearly meeting of two stars: Vega and Altair. Ancient Japanese folklore assigned the stars human identities. Orihime (Vega) was a gifted weaver, and Hikoboshi (Altair) was a hard-working cow herder. But after the two wed, they began to neglect their duties. The bride’s father, who happened to be the emperor of heaven, then exiled the husband and wife to separate ends of the Milky Way. Now they only can reunite once a year, on July 7, if they both diligently fulfill their celestial obligations on the other days of the year.
“As children celebrate Tanabata at our museum, they’ll know that children across the globe, in Japan, are engaging in similar activities,” said Angela Colton, the museum’s executive director. “In Japan, it’s traditional for children and adults to write wishes on colorful strips of paper during the festival. Then, they hang the strips and other colorful ornaments on bamboo branches that they place in their backyards, or the entrances to their homes.”
Museum visitors will be invited to do the same and to hang their wishes on the tree at the museum.
“Every time we host this festival, we find that families are captivated by the Tanabata mythology,” Colton said. “Not only does it make the movements of the stars much easier for children to understand, honoring it here in The Woodlands gives children a vivid look at another culture and its unique traditions.”
The museum’s Tanabata celebration is set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will include Japanese dances performed by Risa Tallent at 10:45 and 11:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
These activities are included in the museum’s daily admission of $6 for adults and children 1 year and older. The museum is recommended for ages 7 and under.

Science Madness
2017-07-10 11:00 - 16:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Catapults. Science Madness – Get hands on with these short science activities, which are suitable for all ages. Even the youngest scientists will enjoy exploring their world through these interactive explorations.
