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SUMMARY:Art Play Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Creativity looks different every month in the Art Studio! Throughout the month\, families can explore a featured artistic theme with special materials\, collaborative projects\, and hands-on activities. By focusing on a single material or technique\, children are encouraged to think creatively\, experiment\, and discover just how many different ways one simple supply can be used. Then\, on the second Sunday of the month\, join our PLAYologists for an extra drop-in art activity inspired by the month’s theme. One material\, endless possibilities! \nOctober Theme: Nature Prints \nCelebrate the textures of fall by creating art with leaves\, corn cobs\, bark\, and other natural materials. Experiment with crayons\, colored pencils\, and other art supplies to discover the hidden patterns and textures found in nature. \nSecond Sunday Activity (October 11): Create colorful botanical prints using gelli plates with our PLAYologists and take home a one-of-a-kind nature-inspired masterpiece.
URL:https://theicm.org/event/art-play-sundays-5/
LOCATION:Iowa Children’s Museum\, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave.\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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SUMMARY:Tech Trek: Fall 2026 Session Begins
DESCRIPTION:Tech Trek introduces children (grades 1-5) to the world of technology through interactive projects and imaginative play. Our program is specifically designed for elementary-aged learners to build 21st Century skills like collaboration\, communication\, and creativity. We combine hands-on technologies and unplugged activities for a fun introduction to tech concepts. \nDuring Tech Trek\, your child will have the opportunity to tinker\, create\, and problem-solve. We use programmable robots\, 3D printers\, coding games\, and more to give kids a glimpse into the exciting careers that are possible in the tech industry. With Tech Trek\, kids learn through play as they tackle educational and engaging projects. \nOne of the things that makes Tech Trek so special is that it’s completely hands-on. Kids explore the inner workings of technology and use their creativity and curiosity to come up with their own solutions to challenges. Tech Trek is also unique in that it includes time for kids to explore museum exhibits. \nSkills we explore: basic coding concepts\, program development\, circuitry\, internet safety \nTools we use and love: BeeBot programmable robots\, Lego WeDo\, Makey Makey invention kits\, Snap Circuits\, Finch Robot 2.0\, Cubelets robot blocks\, 3D printer\, CoDrone educational drones \n\nSchedule: This session is 6 weeks long and meets on Wednesday afternoons from 3:15 to 5:30 pm. To accommodate school release and travel time\, we offer a flexible drop-off period and free play in the museum between 3:15 and 4:00 before moving into project-based learning time. \nFall 2026 session meets: Oct. 14 21\, 28 Nov. 4\, 11\, 18 \nCost: $180 per session (sessions meet weekly for six weeks). Pre-registration is required. \nWho This Program is For: Children in Grades 1-5. This enrichment program is built on the use of laptops\, so children need to have some experience with a laptop. This includes being able to power it on and off\, as well as manipulate a mouse/touchpad. This program also helps build computer literacy skills\, so typing skills are not necessary! \nOther Program Details \n\nClass size is a maximum of 12 students.\nOur learning environment will include exhibits at The Iowa Children’s Museum as well as our classroom space.\nCaregivers are asked to bring a reusable water bottle for their child each day. Snacks will not be provided.\nExtended care (before 3:15 or after 5:30 PM) is not available at this time
URL:https://theicm.org/event/tech-trek-fall-2026-session-begins/
LOCATION:Iowa Children’s Museum\, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave.\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop Off Programs
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SUMMARY:Traditional Mexican Dances with Fuerzas Culturales Ballet Folklorico
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a lively Ballet Folklórico performance celebrating the traditions of Mexico with Fuerzas Culturales! \nTwo groups will perform dances from the states of Sinaloa and Jalisco. After the performance\, children and families are invited to join us to learn a few basic steps! \nPerformances are included with museum admission. \n 
URL:https://theicm.org/event/traditional-mexican-dances-with-fuerzas-culturales-ballet-folklorico/
LOCATION:Iowa Children’s Museum\, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave.\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Events
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SUMMARY:After Dark: Night of the Living Toys
DESCRIPTION:Playtime isn’t over. It’s just gotten a little… strange.\nAfter Dark returns for a Halloween edition of our grown-ups-only night at the museum\, presented by Procter & Gamble! Put on your costume\, grab your friends\, and take over The Iowa Children’s Museum after hours for a night of Halloween trivia\, crafts\, tarot readings\, karaoke\, dancing\, drinks\, treats\, and plenty of reasons to let your inner child out. \nAnd because it wouldn’t be Night of the Living Toys without a little mystery\, there’s also the matter of a mysterious doll that has suddenly gone missing. Was she misplaced… or did she leave on her own? What havoc is she creating in the museum? Follow the clues and find out what really happens in the museum after dark! \nEvent Highlights\n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Costume contest (with prizes!)\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Halloween trivia on a variety of spooky topics\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Karaoke & a dance party in the Black Lagoon Lounge\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Clay crafts with a local ceramicist\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Millstream Brewing beer\, seltzer\, and sodas\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Solve the mystery of the museum’s haunted doll\n				\n		\n\nFull list of events: \n\nCostume contest (see more details below)\nTrivia rounds about Halloween\, horror movies\, and more with Christopher’s Bar Exam\nSolve the mystery of the museum’s haunted doll\nKaraoke + dance party in the Black Lagoon Lounge\nClay crafts in the Art Studio with a local ceramicist\nChoose-your-own tarot\, with decks from Pokémon\, LoTR\, & more\nDrinks from Millstream Brewing\, plus wine\, seltzers and NA options\nQuesadillas\, taquitos\, chips and salsa\, and more from Andale Andale\nHalloween candy for your inner trick-or-treater\nChallenges\, surprises\, and full access to the museum\n\nCostume Contest\nConsider this your excuse to go all-in on a Halloween costume! We’ll gather in the Black Lagoon Lounge at 8:30 p.m. to crown our favorites\, with prizes and bragging rights. \nImportant costume rule: No weapons of any kind are allowed\, including costume or prop weapons. Real\, fake\, foam\, plastic\, enchanted\, cursed\, or otherwise. Your sword may complete the look\, but it’s sitting this quest out. \nTickets\n🎟️ General Admission: $30\nIncludes admission to After Dark\, activities\, snacks\, and a drink ticket. \n🎟️ General 4-Pack: $100\nBring the whole crew and save! Includes admission to After Dark\, activities\, snacks\, and a drink ticket for each of your four guests. \n🕷️ VIP Admission: $45\nIncludes everything in General Admission\, plus: \n\nDark Dollars to spend on a second drink or special perks throughout the night\, like an extra mystery clue\, jumping the karaoke line\, or your tarot reading\nAn After Dark trick-or-treat bag with exclusive merch (After Dark bandana & sticker sheet) and goodies from local partners\nVIP behind-the-scenes look at our new surreal\, photo-worthy exhibit\n\n🕷️ VIP 4-Pack: $160\nFour VIP tickets and all the perks for $40 apiece. Includes admission to After Dark\, activities\, a drink ticket\, Dark Dollars\, a treat bag and merch\, and a behind-the-scenes look at our new exhibit for four guests. \nVIP tickets are limited\, so grab yours early if you want the full Night of the Living Toys experience! \nBUY TICKETS HERE\nThis is a 21+ event. IDs will be checked at the door. \nPresenting Sponsor:\n \nAll ticket sales for After Dark are final and non-refundable. If you are unable to attend\, your ticket is transferable. Click the update button on your e-ticket\, click “transfer this ticket\,” and add the new contact information. If your ticket goes unused\, the value of the ticket will be treated as a donation to The Iowa Children’s Museum in support of our nonprofit mission. \n 
URL:https://theicm.org/event/after-dark-night-of-the-living-toys/
LOCATION:Iowa Children’s Museum\, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave.\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alternate Hours,Museum Events
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