December 26, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 11:45 am – Theater meets playtime in this sensory-friendly experience for all ages! Pink Umbrella Theater Company’s Porch Play brings a favorite children’s story to life with interactive moments tailored to your child’s pace and personality. This sessions book: “The Year We Learned to Fly.”

December 27, 2025 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Join the Cricket Chinese Academy from 12-4 p.m. and take part in some fun and interactive activities like the Chopstick Challenge, DIY paper dragons and designing Chinese Zodiac animals.

December 28, 2025 @ 3:30 pm – Second Sunday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Fourth Sunday of every month, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Families can enjoy our Museum experience in a calmer, quieter space during these special evening sessions.

January 15, 2026 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am – Baby Beginnings is a free monthly program for parents and caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Connect with other parents, share experiences and find support in a welcoming, judgement-free space. We are excited to partner with The Parenting Network to bring additional support and resources to Baby Beginnings families. Their team will help […]

January 15, 2026 @ 9:00 am – 7:00 pm – All guests (excluding groups*) receive FREE admission to the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum on the third Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Capacity restrictions apply** and walkup tickets are subject to availability and not guaranteed. Guests will not be admitted past 6:30 p.m.

January 26, 2026 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm – Join the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music for a Smart Start™ class and let your children develop important cognitive skills through playful activities like music, movement, games and stories! Smart Start™ teaches children how to learn. Songs and activities are carefully chosen to match each age group’s specific developmental needs.