Programs + Events
Join us for exciting programs + special events
From music classes to gardening workshops, we offer a variety of activities designed for all ages. Check our calendar to see everything happening.
We do our best to keep programs as scheduled, but dates and times may occasionally shift to match educator availability. Please check the daily program board at the Front Desk when you arrive at the Museum to see what programs are happening during your visit.
Special Events + Programs
Bilingual Story Time
Sensory-Friendly Session
Little Sprouts Lab
Bilingual Story Time
Grandparents Day
Little Sprouts Lab
Baby Beginnings
Community Access Day
Bilingual Story Time
Grandparents' Day
September 13, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Celebrate Grandparents’ Day at the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum on Sunday, September 13. The whole family is invited to get hands-on creating a family keepsake, reading together in our Book Nook and capturing the grand memories of the day at our photo station!
Included in General Admission. Get your tickets.
After Hours Member Playtime
September 26, 5-7 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of after-hours play in Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®! Explore the brand-new exhibit, grab some pizza and meet live reptiles and insects from Tatiana’s Tiny Zoo from 5–6 p.m.
This event is SOLD OUT. If you reserved tickets and can no longer attend, please email questions@bbcmkids.org.
Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®! was created by Minnesota Children’s Museum and The Kratt Brothers Company. Wild Kratts® © 2026 Kratt Brothers Company Ltd. / 9 Story Media Group Inc. Wild Kratts® and Creature Power ® and associated characters, trademarks, and design elements are owned by Kratt Brothers Company Ltd. Licensed by Kratt Brothers Company Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
Betty BOO's Spooktacular
October 10, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Kick off the spooky season at Betty BOO’s Spooktacular! Join us for a full day of fright-free family fun inspired by creatures of the night. Meet real owls from Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, learn about bats and nocturnal animals, enjoy Silly Spooky Story Times in Northwoods, join Arts @ Large's Día de los Muertos project, create event-exclusive projects, complete a scavenger hunt for a bag of treats, show off your costume in a parade and dance out the wiggles at the Mini Monster Mash.
Costumes are highly encouraged but not required!
Early BOO | September 7-13
$16 Non-Member
$6 Member
Special Event Ticket Price | September 14-October 10
$20 Non-Member
$10 Member
$10 Museums for All (in-person only)
Admission to the Museum on October 10 from 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. requires a Betty BOO’s Spooktacular special event ticket. General Admission will not be available. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Event may sell out.
Be A Maker Programming
Workshop
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Every Day
Drop in for daily tinkering in our Be A Maker space! Kids are encouraged to use their creativity to bring their own idea to life or grab a Blueprint and follow directions for a Maker project.
Messy Mondays
11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Monday
A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess!
September: Foil Printmaking
Learn how to transfer ink and colors from foil to paper in this printmaking workshop. Kiddos will create a mono-print, while experimenting with colors, practicing fine motor skills and building creative expression.
Lab
11 a.m & 1 p.m.
Wednesday-Sunday
This STEAM program is a facilitated, monthly-rotating makerspace workshop.
September: Puppet Making
Create your own puppet to take home! Kiddos will have the opportunity to make a hand, stick or marionette puppet during this workshop. Learn how to assemble, problem-solve and bring your puppet character to life as you create a story to tell.
Field Trips / Group visits
Field Trips / Group Visits
Our Field Trips and Group Visits are perfect for schools and organizations seeking hands-on, educational experiences.
We offer 90-minute Self-Guided Field Trips for schools, childcare centers and nonprofit groups of 10 or more. Groups may also choose to add a Field-Trip Program to their visit.
Wonder Wagon
Wonder Wagon
Our Wonder Wagon brings hands-on activities and collaborative projects into the community. The Wonder Wagon is available to visit parks, community centers, schools, partner sites, special events and private functions.
Please email education@bbcmkids.org for more information.