Indoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Rainy day? Too cold to play outside? These indoor family events around Toledo keep the kids busy whatever the weather.
Empire Pizza Kids Eat Free
Kids eat free at Empire Pizza—budget-friendly family dining deal.
Fratelli Kids Eat Free
Kids eat free at Fratelli—a budget-friendly family meal.
Summer Lunch
Free summer lunch at Martin Library—convenient meal program for kids.
Video Game Play at Martin Library Teens
Teens gather for video games at Martin Library — social gaming hangout.
Hornets Hoops Summer Camp: First Baptist (June 29th-July 3rd)
Hornets Hoops summer basketball camp at First Baptist (June 29–July 3).
YA Clover Culture Club: America
Teen culture club exploring American clover traditions and heritage.
Tie-Dye for All Ages
All-ages tie-dye craft at Iredell County Public Library.
Art Exploration
Creative art activities for kids at the library.
Chess Club
Chess club for kids and teens to learn and play.
Virtual Page to Screen Book and Film Club
Virtual book-to-film discussion club for kids and teens.
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
Swap and trade jigsaw puzzles with other puzzle lovers.
Sensory Cinema
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly cinema experience at Canton Palace Theatre.
Dino Dry & Design
Creative dino-themed craft and design workshop at the library.
Movers & Shakers
Interactive movement and music class for toddlers.
Time for Tots
Storytime and playtime for babies and toddlers.
Titanic: The Exhibition Charlotte
Titanic: The Exhibition at The Park Expo—explore artifacts and history of the famous ship.
Sonny's Dutch Mill - Kids Eat FREE
Kids eat free at Sonny's Dutch Mill.
Richie's Italian Bistro at Riverwalk - Kids Eat FREE
Kids eat free at Richie's Italian Bistro at Riverwalk.
Hoof and Barrel - Kids meals 50% off
Kids meals 50% off at Hoof & Barrel—family dining deal.
Little Leapers
Little Leapers at Sky Zone Trampoline Park—bouncing fun for toddlers.
R/C Theatres Summer Movie Series $1 Tickets
Summer movie series at R/C Theatres with $1 tickets—budget family fun.
Regal Summer $1 Movie Series
Regal summer $1 movie series—affordable family movie nights.
Field Trip - 50 Children
Field trip program at Wonderscope Children's Museum.
WonderBaby & Me
Parent–baby sensory & play time at Wonderscope Children's Museum.
Science Time- Summer Hours
Hands-on science activities at Wonderscope Children's Museum.
The Care and Keeping of Unusual Pets!
Learn about unusual pets in an interactive program in Gastonia.
Summer Kids Club: Colonial Quilting
Summer kids' colonial quilting craft at Iredell County Public Library.
Under The Sea Camp
Ocean-themed summer camp in Rock Hill.
3-day Mahjong Kids Camp (ages 8-12)
3-day Mahjong camp for kids ages 8–12.
Meet the Author - Ashley Manley
Author meet-and-greet with Ashley Manley in Gastonia.
Summer Jobs Creative Animation Course
Creative animation summer course for kids at Toringdon Way.
Cage Rats: Extra Reps (7-12)
Youth wrestling extra practice sessions (7–12 y/o) at Cage Rats.
'Fantabulous, Fantabulous!' Prom at The Moulin Rouge!
Moulin Rouge prom-themed theatrical experience for teens.
Teen Craft: Candle Painting
Teen craft workshop—paint and decorate candles.
Experimental Archaeology
Hands-on archaeology activities at the library.
Stories from the Streets
Storytelling program exploring local street histories.
Paws to Read
Read stories with visiting therapy dogs at the library.
Preschool Storytime
Stories and fun for preschoolers at the library.
'Fantabulous, Fantabulous!' Prom at The Moulin Rouge!
Moulin Rouge prom-themed theatrical experience for teens.
The Lion King (Touring)
Disney's The Lion King touring production at Cincinnati's Aronoff Center.
Wynonna Judd & Melissa Etheridge: Raised On Radio Tour
Country and rock icons on the Raised On Radio Tour.
Virtual Chick-fil-A Backstage Tour
Virtual backstage tour of Chick-fil-A for kids learning about food service.
More events outside the Charlotte area
462 events farther afield.
ALL TOGETHER Scavenger Hunt
Interactive scavenger hunt at Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh.
International Language Art Exhibit
International language art exhibit at Cleveland Public Library Main branch.
Kids Bowl Free - Register your kids for a Summer Fun Bowling Pass today!
Free summer bowling pass for kids—register at participating bowling centers.
Kids Night Out!
Supervised evening program for kids to have fun while parents get a break.
MUG-NIFICENT MEMORIES family pottery painting night!
Family pottery-painting night in Marysville—paint together & create memories.
SUPER SMASH TOUR: Master Hand/Schaffer the Darklord/Lex the Lexicon Artist
Super Smash Tour live hip-hop show for teens on North High Street.
FREE Balloon Twisting, Tableside Magic, & KIDS MEALS
FREE balloon twisting, tableside magic & kids meals at Lewis Center.
Fossils Reimagined: a Drawing Workshop
Draw and reimagine fossils in this creative workshop at the library.
Miss Matched - 1st positive portrayal of ichthyosis in film/TV
Film screening celebrating positive representation of rare skin condition ichthyosis.
Family Fun Movie Time @ Atlee Library
Family movie time at Atlee Branch Library.
Homework Help & Reading Together @ Broad Rock
Get homework help and read together at Broad Rock Library.
Open Chess
Open chess in Tecumseh—strategy fun for young players of all levels.
American Mahjong Beginner Class 2
American Mahjong beginner class in Toledo—learn a classic tile game with family.
Adaptive Pickleball (Ages 14+)
Adaptive pickleball league for teens at University of Toledo.
Kids D.I.Y.
Kids' DIY activities in Trenton—hands-on fun for young crafters.
Freedom's Kids | Vacation Bible School 2026
Vacation Bible School at Freedom's Kids—Bible stories, crafts & activities.
Mini Masterpiece Monday - Discounted Price - Smaller Canvas - Patriotic Pup!
Discounted mini canvas painting class—patriotic pup design at reduced price.
Vacation Bible School @ JCC
Vacation Bible School at JCC in Plain City—faith-based summer fun for kids.
Acrylic Paint Pour
Paint pour art class where kids create colorful abstract art to take home.
Whisk, Frost, & Decorate: 2 day Cake Baking and Decorating Experience
Two-day cake baking & decorating class—learn skills & frost treats to take home.
Stars and Stripes Lantern
Free patriotic lantern craft at Hartland Public Library.
Storytime: Family Fun
Family-friendly storytime at Carnegie Library Brookline.
Big Summer Series: America 250 Family Party
Free family party celebrating America 250 at Menomonee Falls Library.
DRAW! at Dandy with Kendra Ninmann
Drawing class with artist Kendra Ninmann at Dandy.
America 250 Family Party
Free America 250 family celebration at Menomonee Falls Public Library.
Crafters & Snackers
Crafts and snacks for kids at Sanger Library.
Gigi Perez
Rising pop star Gigi Perez live in Cleveland.
Makerspace Open Hours @ LaPrade Library
Open makerspace hours at LaPrade Library for creative projects.
Pajama Story Time @ Clover Hill Library
Cozy bedtime stories for little ones at Clover Hill Library.
Painting like Pollock
Abstract art workshop inspired by Jackson Pollock.
Pose & Go Portrait Day
Yoga & portrait session for kids in Grandville.
Dream Big - A Free Literacy and Play Experience
Free literacy & play experience for young learners.
Sellersburg Hamilton All Ages Watch and Sing-a-Long Night
All-ages sing-along screening of Hamilton at Sellersburg.
Nightwatch presented by Asurion
Planetarium show at Adventure Science Center Toledo.
AsiaTown Passport
Interactive passport activity exploring AsiaTown at Cleveland library.
Family Movie Mondays: Wicked: For Good (Singalong) (2025)
Family singalong movie night featuring Wicked with other families.
Game Time
Board games and card games for kids at Western Library.
Create Your Own Luxury Glitter Rose Bouquet Workshop
DIY craft workshop: design & build your own luxury glitter roses.
Preschool Storytime @ Broad Rock Library
Preschool Storytime at Richmond Public Library's Broad Rock branch.
Summer Story Time
Summer storytime at Lakewood Library for young listeners.
Baby And Me Story Time
Baby & caregiver storytime at Wadsworth Public Library.
Girl Scouts Presents Mukwonago Library Summer STEAM
Girl Scouts presents summer STEAM workshops at Mukwonago Library.
The Mic Over Matter Open Mic - Live Music, Poetry & More In Milwaukee
Open mic with live music and poetry—great for teen performers and listeners.
Story Time at MLK Library
Free storytime for babies and toddlers at Milwaukee Public Library.
Girls Got Game - Burlington
Girls Got Game youth sports event in Burlington.
Digbii live
Live music by Digbii in Wauwatosa.
DRAW! at Dandy with Kendra Ninmann
Drawing class with Kendra Ninmann at Dandy in Milwaukee.
Babysitters Club
Babysitters Club program at Milwaukee Public Library–Martin Luther King, free.
Ahhh, Milk! Storytime
Themed storytime for babies and toddlers in Hartford.
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Hands-on nature exhibits at Hawthorn Glen's Little Nature Museum.
STEAM Lab: Flying Dinosaurs
Free STEAM lab: build and fly dinosaurs at Oak Creek Public Library.
STEAM Lab: Ancient Sea Monsters
Free STEAM lab exploring prehistoric sea creatures at Oak Creek Library.
4th of July Themed Cookie Class
4th of July themed cookie decorating class in Claysville.
The Great Pizza, Potion & Magic Show
The Great Pizza, Potion & Magic Show — family entertainment in North Huntingdon.
Caroline Romano and Lake Drive
Live music at Crafthouse Stage & Grill in Pittsburgh.
Brick Break
Brick-building activity at the library—create and play with blocks.
Mystic Mermaids Under the Sea Show
Mermaid character show with dining at Aquarium Restaurant in Nashville.
Mad Science: It's Electric Show
Electrifying Mad Science show at Turner Community Library with interactive demonstrations.
Anime Cafe: Oshikatsu DIY: Uchiwa Fans
Anime-themed DIY craft workshop making decorative fans at Kansas City library.
Happy Birthday America Party @ New Washington
July 4th celebration & party for kids at New Washington Library.
Abigail Adams – "A Lifeline of Letters"
Live performance exploring Abigail Adams' letters & legacy.
Needlepoint Lettering - Learn to Embroider Your Initials
Learn needlepoint lettering & embroider your initials at The Local Makery.
Combined Storytime
Stories for young learners at Bon Air Library—songs and fun included.
Twilight Tales at the Museum
Evening stories at the Cultural Arts Center—mix of tales and art.
TV Guides and Landlines
Nostalgia exhibition on vintage TV guides and telephones at Cleveland Public Library.
FamilySpace
Family-friendly play and learning space at Woodland branch library.
LIT Mondays
Literacy-focused Monday program for kids at Memorial Nottingham library.
Family Skate Party
Family-friendly skating party at Rivergate Skate Center.
Factory Dance Nights: Line Dancing
Family-friendly line dancing at The Factory at Franklin.
Summer Reading Program: Unearth a Story
Summer Reading Program at Wood County District Public Library.
Snack at Bowling Green
Snack time and socializing for kids at Bowling Green Library.
Drawing Discoveries for Kids - American Flag in Motion
Kids' drawing class exploring patriotic art in Midlothian.
Fabric Design Studio - Patriotic Patterns
Kids' fabric design studio making patriotic patterns in Midlothian.
Teen Writer's Workshop
Teen-focused creative writing workshop at Clarksville Library.
Pajama Storytime
Cozy pajama storytime for toddlers and preschoolers at Sylvania Library.
Tween LEGO Club
Tween LEGO Club for building and creativity at Henrico County Library.
Teen Turf: Mystery Monday
Teen mystery program at Shawnee Library—puzzle-solving and fun.
DIY Series: Paint by Sticker
Paint by Sticker DIY craft activity at Fairdale Library.
Glowforge Laser Certification Training
Glowforge laser cutter certification training at Jeffersonville Makerspace.
Vacation Bible School at Reach – Paola
Summer Bible school with games, crafts & faith activities at Reach Church.
🌞 Meet & Make: Cyanotype Workshop Series
Cyanotype printmaking workshop series at Cultural Arts Center.
Best the Heat $6 Tickets to Science City
Beat the heat with $6 tickets to hands-on exhibits at Science City.
Jurassic Journey
Dino-themed hands-on exhibit at Science City—perfect for young explorers.
Corner Bookmark: Felt & Embroidery Workshop
Felt & embroidery workshop to make decorative corner bookmarks.
LEATHER BAG CHARM CLASS
Craft leather bag charms at Tandy Leather Grand Rapids.
Hot Wheels Launch
Hot Wheels racing event at the library—kids launch toy cars and compete.
Make It! Monday @ Ginter Park Library
Make It! Monday craft activities at Ginter Park Library in Richmond.
Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World at Toledo Museum of Art
Explore ancient magic & curses at Toledo Museum of Art's enchanting exhibit.
Teen Career Exploration Session @ Midlothian Library
Career exploration workshop for teens at Midlothian Library.
Pizza & Balloons
Pizza and balloons for a fun family meal at Ci-Ci's Pizza.
KidSPACE Activities
Hands-on play and learning in KidSPACE at The Children's Museum.
Science Stage Show
Live science demonstrations and hands-on learning at Museum of Natural History.
Glovation Circus
Playful circus performance at Oregon Library.
OMNIMAX® – T.Rex
Immersive T.Rex experience on the giant OMNIMAX screen.
OMNIMAX® – Wild Rescue
Giant-screen adventure about animal rescue in the OMNIMAX theater.
Kids Chess Club
Chess club for kids at Chapel Hill Public Library.
LEGO Club
LEGO building club for kids at Frank L. Weyenberg Library in Mequon.
Superhero Storytime
Action-packed storytime with superhero adventures at New Albany Library.
Family Storytime
Storytime & bonding for the whole family at the library.
Level Up @ East End Library
Level up your gaming and tech skills at East End Library.
Kids' D&D: Southwest Library Guild Club
Kids' Dungeons & Dragons club at Southwest Library—adventure awaits!
12th Toledo Jewish Film Festival: Marathon Mom
Jewish film festival screening; family-friendly cinema in Sylvania.
Open Gym
Free gym time for kids and teens at Douglass Community Center.
The Great Perrysburg Treasure Hunt Help Session
Community treasure hunt help session—families work together to solve clues.
Van Gogh–Inspired Hot Air Balloon Collage with Molly Miller
Kids create Van Gogh-inspired hot air balloon collage at Kent Library.
Family Storytime
Stories and family fun at Holland Library.
Tissue Paper Wreath
Make a colorful tissue paper wreath craft at Waterville Library.
Author Event: Stephanie Dray
Meet author Stephanie Dray at a family-friendly reading event.
Wild Tails NC, Animal Encounter
Meet live animals & learn with Wild Tails NC at the library.
Kids Chess Club
Kids chess club at Chapel Hill Public Library — learn strategy & tactics.
NC Symphony Music Appreciation
Family-friendly NC Symphony performance celebrating music appreciation.
Summer Movie Camp at AMC Theatres
Summer Movie Camp at AMC Theatres—catch family films at participating locations.
Chelsea Theater |Chapel Hill Screenings of Minnie Evans: Draw or Die
Documentary screening about artist Minnie Evans at Chelsea Theater.
Kids Eat Free Night at Mellow Mushroom (4:00pm-10:00pm)
Kids eat free at Mellow Mushroom (4–10pm) on this special night.
Louis Tomlinson
Louis Tomlinson concert at The Pinnacle.
Dorr- Prehistoric Herd Stuffies & Storytime
Prehistoric Herd Stuffies & Storytime in Dorr.
Cultural Arts Center: Twilight Tales at the Museum
Twilight Tales at the Museum—storytime at Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center.
THE TIME JUMPERS
THE TIME JUMPERS at 3rd and Lindsley—live country/Americana music.
Open Gym at Everyday Kids Community Center
Free indoor gym time for kids at Everyday Kids Community Center.
Teen Lounge
Teen social space at Newburg Library.
Teen Time
Teen hangout and activities at South Central Regional Library.
Teen Tabletop Gaming
Tabletop gaming for teens at Highlands - Shelby Park Library.
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Hands-on musical-instrument exploration at Country Music Hall of Fame—free and engaging for young kids.
Let’s Build and Celebrate America 250 LEGO Summer Camp
LEGO summer camp celebrating America 250 in Franklin—hands-on building fun.
2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Kick-Off Event, Performances & Workshop at Oak Creek Public Library
Free summer reading kick-off with performances & workshops at Oak Creek Library.
Regal Summer Movie Express $1 Family Movies
$1 family movies all summer at Regal—affordable fun for all ages.
Virtual Chick-fil-A Backstage Tour
Virtual behind-the-scenes tour of a Chick-fil-A restaurant kitchen.
Preschool Storytime
Storytime for preschoolers at Chapel Hill Public Library.
Rock Painting
Rock painting craft activity at Cleveland Public Library.
Preschool Storytime (ages 3 - 5)
Stories and fun for preschoolers at Mount Pleasant library.
⭐ Layer Your Light: ⭐ Sand Bottle Art Workshop ⭐
Sand Bottle Art Workshop at Cultural Arts Center—layer colors for a glowing craft.
Nova Adventure Park Opens Daily at 10:00!
Adventure park with daily open play for all ages.
Live Music: SWING MUSIC JAM!
Live swing music jam in Cleveland Heights.
Clay-mazing Workshop! - Mt. Orab Library
Hands-on clay craft workshop at Mt. Orab Library.
Find Storytimes and other FREE Events at the Louisville Free Public Library and the Oldham County Public Library
Free storytimes & programs at Louisville Free Public & Oldham County libraries.
Open Studio: America250 Pop-Up!
Hands-on art studio celebrating America's 250th anniversary at CMA.
Intro to Painting Miniatures
Learn to paint detailed miniatures in a hands-on creative workshop.
Liturgical Folk Worship Concert
Liturgical folk worship concert for the whole family.
Summer Lunch Activity for Kids
Summer Lunch Activity for Kids at New Albany Main Library—free meal & fun.
Adopt A Critter
Paint and adopt a ceramic critter at uPaint Pottery Studio.
Adopt a Critter Summer Camp
Summer camp combining crafts and creature adoption at uPaint.
Family Storytime
Family Storytime at Newburg—stories & rhymes for the whole family.
HOBBY NIGHT at Old School Gaming Every Tuesday
Hobby night at Old School Gaming—perfect for kids who love games and collecting.
Minions Family Night at Wendy's!
Minions Family Night at Wendy's—fun character event for little ones.
Beginning Your Genealogical Journey: Researching Your Family Tree w/ Katherine Willson
Family genealogy workshop teaches kids to research and discover their family tree.
Teen Cupcake Decorating
Teen baking class: decorate cupcakes in Zeeland.
Solar System Odyssey
Immersive planetarium journey through the solar system.
Chicago
Musical performance at the Toledo Zoo & Aquarium.
Design-Your-Own Mini Cake Decorating Party (June 30)
Kids design and decorate their own mini cakes at a creative party.
The Lion King (Touring)
The Lion King touring production at Aronoff Center—epic musical for all ages.
3D Flowers Paint Experience @The Artful Gathering
Creative paint class where kids make 3D flower art at The Artful Gathering.
DYO Dice Bag
DIY dice bag craft—perfect for tabletop gamers and collectors.
Try Something New! Play with Resin! - Resin Pour Coasters
Hands-on resin-pouring craft workshop — make your own coasters.
BG Community Market
Community market at Woodland Mall with local crafts and vendors.
Art & Tea - Bubble Tea & Pretty Little Paper Pots
Art and bubble tea craft class at studio in Dublin.
Teen Workshop: Ice Cream Sandwich Making
Learn to make ice cream sandwiches in this hands-on teen workshop.
Richmond Brass & Percussion Consort Summer Concert - CHESTER
Live brass and percussion concert at Chester Presbyterian Church.
Presto Prehistoric: Illusions and Storytime at Kingston Branch
Illusions & storytime for young kids at Kingston Library—magical afternoon.
Chess Club @ Hamner Library
Chess Club at James L. Hamner Public Library for young players.
Make Your Own Dino Stuffie
Craft your own adorable dinosaur stuffie in this hands-on workshop.
Johanna Gohmann presents All Toddlers Are Scorpios
Johanna Gohmann's whimsical toddler-friendly storytelling performance.
6/30/2026 Pick Your Project @6:00PM
Pick-your-own craft project night in Berea.
Thursday Craft: Dragons
Thursday craft session making dragons at Kingsville.
Kid's Art Camp - Dino-mite Galaxy
Kids art camp exploring dinosaurs and space at Leawood.
Toddler Tuesday - Fat Brain Toys Puppet Theatre!
Toddler puppet theatre show at Fat Brain Toys in Overland Park.
June Tiny Tot Fitness at SCHEELS!
Tiny Tot Fitness class for little ones at SCHEELS!
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Preschool storytime at Carnegie Library–Main (Oakland).
Chris Arnone, My Name Was Baby with Rainy Day Books
Author Chris Arnone reads "My Name Was Baby" at Rainy Day Books.
Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
Snuggly storytime for babies and toddlers at Carnegie Library–Lawrenceville.
Time Travelers
Step back in time at Shawnee Town 1929 Museum with hands-on history fun.
Public Tours
Guided tours through Cincinnati Art Museum's world-class collection.
Super Science
Hands-on science activity at Carnegie Library–Hill District.
Archive Dive
Free archive exploration program at Milwaukee Public Library.
Teen Choice
Teen game & activity night at Carnegie Library–Woods Run.
Create and Connect: Knit and Crochet
Knit and crochet craft program at Carnegie Library–South Side.
Story Time at Wonderland Bookshop (Shorewood)
Free story time for babies and toddlers at Wonderland Bookshop.
T Shirt Workshop: Splatter or Marbling
Design your own custom t-shirt with splatter or marbling techniques.
Disc Restoration Workshop
Learn restoration techniques for vinyl records and music media.
Red, White & Blue Cupcake
Decorate patriotic cupcakes in a festive summer craft workshop.
Tween Jurassic Escape Quest
Free tween escape room challenge at Menomonee Falls Public Library.
Fire Safety with Thorntown Fire Dept! (Youth Summer Reading @TPL)
Fire safety demo by Thorntown Fire Dept for kids in summer reading program.
Arts & Crafts! Summer Series-Wood Block Firecrackers
Make festive wood-block firecracker crafts in summer arts series.
Value Tuesdays at Marcus Theatres
Discounted movie tickets ($6–$8) on Tuesdays at Marcus Theatres.
COOKING with HERBS: In the Kitchen with Judi Strauss at Wildwood Cultural Center
Cooking with herbs workshop with Judi Strauss at Wildwood Cultural Center in Mentor.
Amethyst String Trio
Classical music performance by Amethyst String Trio.
Freak The Mighty
Stage adaptation of the beloved novel at Cleveland Play House.
Annies Signature Sweets KIDS SUMMER BAKE CAMP June 30th- July 2nd Age 7-13
Three-day summer bake camp for kids ages 7–13 at Annies Signature Sweets in Berea.
Emo Skate
Emo-themed skate night in Wickliffe.
Teen Summer Movie Night
Teen summer movie night in Barberton.
Morning Movie=
Morning movie screening in Eastlake.
Toddler Storytime @ the St. Francis Library
Free toddler story time at St. Francis Public Library.
Game Night at Center Street Library MKE
Free game night for kids and tweens at Milwaukee Public Library Center Street.
Chris Arnone, My Name Was Baby with Rainy Day Books
Children's author Chris Arnone reads from "My Name Was Baby" at Rainy Day Books.
⭐ Layer Your Light: ⭐ Sand Bottle Art Workshop ⭐
Create glowing sand bottle art in this luminous DIY workshop.
Volleyball Play 10AM-12PM
Volleyball play session at Shawnee Civic Centre for kids and teens.
Hamilton (Touring)
Catch the hit Broadway musical Hamilton at the Kentucky Center.
Badgerland Ski Show, Okauchee Lake
Free Badgerland Ski Show with gear, resorts & winter activities.
4th of July Craft @ Chick-fil-A Burlington - University Commons
4th of July craft activity at Chick-fil-A.
Half Price Games at BroadWay’s Family Fun Center
Half-price arcade games at Broadway's Family Fun Center.
Baby & Toddler Storytime at May Memorial Library
Storytime for babies and toddlers at May Memorial Library.
Stay and Play @ Chester Library
Open playtime for young children at Chester Library.
Dinosaur Crafts & Activities @ Gibsonville Public Library
Dinosaur-themed crafts and activities at Gibsonville Public Library.
Baby and Me @ McKenney Library
Bonding storytime for babies and caregivers at McKenney Library.
Down On The Farm Camp at KidzArt (Ages 5-12)
Farm-themed art and activities camp for ages 5–12 at KidzArt Studio.
Open Play at Bumble Brews Play Cafe
Open playtime at Bumble Brews Play Cafe in Cary.
Barbara Schilling-Be Bold!
Art exhibit 'Be Bold!' in Lowell—inspiring family viewing.
Ralph Annunziata-' w i t h I N & w i t h O UT'
Art exhibit in Lowell—family-friendly visual experience.
National Treasure (Tuesday Night Movie)
Family-friendly adventure film screening in Grand Rapids.
Boutique Towel Design Workshop
Design your own custom towel in a hands-on craft workshop.
NORA Kid's Night - Books & Board Games Night
Kids' night with books & board games at NORA in Grand Haven.
Jurassic Quest Escape Room
Dinosaur-themed escape room challenge in Norton Shores.
Happy Birthday America Party @ Borden
July 4th celebration & party for kids at Borden Library.
Cowpokes and Todd Day Wait
Live music at Eastside Bowl in Nashville—indie/alt rock for teens.
🌺🌺Hawaiian Hula Workshop!🌺🌺
Learn Hawaiian hula dance in a fun cultural workshop.
One Step at a Time Musical at TPAC's Polk Theater
Musical production at TPAC's Polk Theater—family-friendly stage show.
Johanna Gohmann presents All Toddlers Are Scorpios
Johanna Gohmann's delightful toddler storytelling at Carmichael's Bookstore.
Mini Makers Club : Slime Workshop
Hands-on slime-making workshop at Mini Makers Club in Clarksville.
Logan and Sansone
Logan and Sansone at Suite501 in Franklin—live music for teens.
Tenille Townes, Amy Wadge, Ava Suppelsa, and Fraser Churchill
Country & folk songwriters at The Bluebird Cafe—intimate Nashville venue.
Camp Electric
Camp Electric in Murfreesboro—performing arts summer camp.
Backyard Specialists Pay For Play
Pay-as-you-go indoor play facility with games, rides, and activities.
Snoopy! at Union Station
Snoopy exhibition at Union Station—beloved Peanuts character and comics.
America the Beautiful: National Parks & Landmarks by Rail
Explore national parks and landmarks by rail at Cheekwood Estate.
Jurassic Kids
Dinosaur-themed kids program at Wickliffe Public Library.
Books, Beats and Bubbles
Music and bubbles with stories at North Ridgeville Library—perfect for babies and toddlers.
Toddler Storytime- Ashland Branch
Stories and songs for toddlers at Ashland Branch Library.
Book Babies @ RPL-Main
Songs, rhymes, and bonding for babies at Richmond Public Library Main.
Open Maker Session at the Makery at Boxyard RTP (Ages 6+)
Open maker session for ages 6+ at Boxyard RTP.
Wishing Chair Puppet Show Storytime
Puppet storytelling at Nashville Public Library—classic fun for toddlers and preschoolers.
KIDS ART CLASS- "Watercolor Aquarium"
Watercolor painting class focusing on aquariums in Twin Lakes.
Summer's Tip Off Book Fair
Summer book fair celebrating reading and new titles.
Taco Tuesday for Faith Hope & Love
Community dinner event for Faith Hope & Love organization.
Homeschool Social (Grades K5 & up)--REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Social gathering for homeschooled K–5+ kids in Franklin.
Crafting Stars & Stripes
Patriotic craft project in Hartland.
Private Fiserv Forum Tour
Behind-the-scenes tour of Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
Mini Mosaic Birdhouse Workshop
Create a colorful mosaic birdhouse at South Milwaukee.
TJ Martinson, author of BLOOD RIVER WITCH - a Boswell event
Author TJ Martinson reads from BLOOD RIVER WITCH at Boswell Books.
Red, white and blue crushed glass art with Lynn Palmer
Create red, white & blue crushed glass art with artist Lynn Palmer.
Kidsplay
Family-friendly theater production in Greendale.
$6.25 Terrific Tuesday Movies at the Lumina
Budget-friendly movie Tuesdays at The Lumina Theatre.
French Club for Kids at East Library MKE
French language club for kids at Milwaukee Public Library East Branch.
American Red Cross Babysitter's Training with BL Child and Infant CPR/AED/First Aid (Shorewood, WI)
Babysitter training with CPR and first aid certification in Shorewood.
DIY Workshop - Midnight Garden Art Board
DIY art workshop: decorate a Midnight Garden art board in West Allis.
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Preschool storytime at Carnegie Library–Squirrel Hill.
Drawing Superhero Teams, Magical Girls & Giant Fighting Robots?! with Alexandra Garcia
Drawing workshop on superheroes and anime with Alexandra Garcia in Cedarburg.
Summer Reading Program: Bandana Art
Summer reading art project: make bandana art at Slinger Library.
Baby Story Time
Baby story time at Oak Creek Public Library.
The Farm Is Here Book Event – Patagonia: Pittsburgh
Book event at Patagonia Pittsburgh — explore nature & adventure stories with kids.
Author Visit with Mike Rice
Author Mike Rice visits Eagle to meet young readers.
Talk, Play, Grow!
Parent-child play and language program at Little Sprouts.
Course 3 | CKP Butcher | Sausage Making
Sausage-making class at CKP Butcher — hands-on food craft for teens & families.
Greek Vase Scratch Art
Greek vase scratch art craft class in Natrona Heights — creative hands-on fun.
Storytime: Family Fun
Family storytime at Carnegie Library–Knoxville.
Teen Wig Installation workshop
Teen wig installation workshop — hands-on skill-building for creative teens.
Clay Circle: Travel Mug
Clay Circle pottery class in Butler — decorate your own travel mug.
Zarminali Pediatrics Ready, Set, Baby!
Free baby program at Zarminali Pediatrics in Wauwatosa.
Music and Movement
Free music and movement program for young kids at Oak Creek Library.
Patriotic Chair Painting Class
Patriotic chair painting craft class in Latrobe — creative fun for all ages.
Teen Cooking Camp: Italian Classics
Teen cooking camp teaching Italian classics in Pittsburgh — learn real cooking skills.
HZGMC Child Care Fundraiser
HZGMC Child Care Fundraiser in Cranberry Township — support local childcare.
Lionel Richie with Earth, Wind & Fire
Legendary soul/funk superstars Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind & Fire at PPG Paints Arena.
Dinosaurs Among Us
Dinosaur learning program at Kansas City library.
Toddler Time @ Hull Street Library
Songs, stories, and playtime for toddlers at Hull Street Library.
Story Time @ Page 158 Bookstore
Story time for kids at independent Page 158 Bookstore.
Book Babies @ Hull Street Library
Baby storytime at Hull Street Library.
Vacation Bible School
Faith-based summer program with Bible stories, crafts, and games at Landmark Baptist Church.
Baby Story Time @ Midlothian Library
Storytime for babies at Midlothian Library.
Dig into STEM: Unearthing Fossils
Hands-on fossil dig at Bowling Green Library—kids unearth STEM fun and discovery.
Paws for Reading
Read to therapy dogs at Bowling Green Library—a cozy, confidence-building experience.
Toddler Time @ RPL Main
Songs, stories, and play for the youngest learners at RPL Main.
Mother Goose Storytime- Mechanicsville Branch
Nursery rhymes and stories for babies and toddlers at Mechanicsville Library.
Toddler Time @ West End Library
Songs, stories, and play for the youngest learners at West End Library.
Preschool Storytime @ Belmont Library
Stories and activities for preschoolers at Belmont Branch Library.
Kentucky Gymnastics Academy: Big Kid Open Gym
Open gym time for kids to practice gymnastics skills at Kentucky Gymnastics Academy.
Community Basketball Open Gym, hosted by Salt & Light Church
Open gym basketball hosted by Salt & Light Church at Beaumont Community Center.
Summer Showtime: National Treasure
Movie screening and family fun featuring National Treasure at Atlee Meeting Room.
Book Babies @ North Avenue Library
Songs and books for babies and caregivers at North Avenue Library.
Read, Play, Grow @ Fairfield Library
Interactive stories and play activities for babies and toddlers at Fairfield Library.
Toddler Storytime @ Ginter Park Library
Toddler storytime at Ginter Park Library.
Preschool Storytime- Ashland Branch
Preschool storytime at Ashland Branch Library.
Five-Week Reading Adventure: Dinosaurs Before Dark by Mary Pope Osborne
Five-week reading adventure exploring Dinosaurs Before Dark at Montpelier.
Process Art Adventures – Chesterfield
Creative, open-ended art play at Children's Museum of Richmond's Chesterfield location.
Book Babies - East End Library
Baby-friendly storytime at East End Library.
Craft Club for Kids - Polymer Clay Creations
Kids craft polymer clay creations at Market Square Lane.
Tweens Make Stuff
Making and crafting projects designed for tweens at Henrico Library.
Preschool Storytime- Ashland Branch
Stories and activities for preschoolers at Ashland Branch.
Mother Goose Storytime- Mechanicsville Branch
Mother Goose storytime for babies & toddlers at Mechanicsville Branch.
Toddler Storytime- Ashland Branch
Stories and songs for toddlers at Ashland Branch library.
Summer Movie Rewind: Aladdin
Family movie screening of Aladdin at Henrico County Library.
Sam Bush
Roots musician Sam Bush at legendary Ryman Auditorium—quality live music families enjoy.
Toddler Storytime-Mechanicsville Branch
Stories and songs for toddlers at Mechanicsville Branch library.
Five-Week Reading Adventure: Dinosaurs Before Dark by Mary Pope Osborne
Five-week reading adventure exploring Dinosaurs Before Dark.
Dinosaur Cosplay Contest
Dinosaur cosplay contest at Henrico County Library.
Book Babies @ Westover Hills Library
Baby storytime at Westover Hills Library.
Family Storytime
Stories for the whole family at Sylvania Library.
Preschool Storytime
Stories for preschoolers at Sylvania Library.
Summer Lunch for Kids
Free summer lunch at multiple library locations—fuel up while having fun.
Good Karma: Little Yogis
Gentle yoga and mindfulness for little ones at Shively Library.
Story Time (ages 3-6)
Preschool storytime at Wauwatosa Public Library.
Babies & Books
Books and bonding for babies at New Albany Library.
Toddler Story Time
Toddler Story Time at Northeast Regional Library—songs, stories & fun for the littlest listeners.
Family Fun Days
Family Fun Days at Waukesha Public Library—activities & games for the whole crew.
Multimedia Studio Certification Training
Get certified on multimedia studio equipment at Jeffersonville Library's Makerspace.
Youth Fiber Arts Club
Youth fiber arts club for kids interested in knitting, weaving & crafts at Cedarburg Library.
Rhyme Time (ages 0-2)
Rhyme time for babies and toddlers at Wauwatosa Public Library.
Charlestown Hamilton All Ages Watch and Sing-a-long Night
All-ages sing-along and watch party of Hamilton at Charlestown Meeting Room.
Time Travelers
History-themed educational program for kids.
Bag / Purse Charm Workshop
Create custom bag and purse charms at Three Blue Brushes.
BOUTIQUE TOWEL DESIGN WORKSHOP
Creative towel design workshop at Spruced Studio—kids make custom wearable art.
National Treasure at Wealthy Theatre
Action-adventure film screening at Wealthy Theatre.
Tot Time Swim
Swim lessons and water play for toddlers at Powell Community Center.
Preschool Indoor Playground
Supervised indoor play space for preschoolers to climb, jump, and explore.
All Men Are Created Equal Tour
All Men Are Created Equal Tour at Carnton—educational history tour.
Xtremenasium: Lil Ninja Time
Ninja obstacle course & agility training for little ones at Xtremenasium.
Xscape Theatres Jeffersonville 12: FREE Summer Movie Series
Free summer movie series at Xscape Jeffersonville 12.
Kids Eat Free Night at Zaxbys of Southern Indiana
Kids eat free at participating Southern Indiana Zaxbys locations.
Bouncetime at SIGS
Inflatable bounce house & trampoline park at SIGS Sportsplex.
Historic Hayes House Free Guided Tours
Free guided tours of historic Hayes House in downtown Franklin.
Los Trompos @ Short Pump Town Center
Spinning-top performance and play at Short Pump Town Center.
Tuesdays at The K & I Model Railroad Club
Model-railroad club open house—explore intricate layouts and trains.
Mysteries of Your Brain
Planetarium show about brain science at Morehead.
All-Ages Storytime at Linebaugh
All-ages storytime at Linebaugh Public Library in Murfreesboro.
Toddler Tuesday at Sam Davis Home
Toddler-focused program at Sam Davis Home in Smyrna.
Toddler Storytime at Nolensville Library
Toddler storytime at Nolensville Library—free, early-literacy fun.
Brittany Jean Concert at The Mockingbird Theater
Brittany Jean concert at The Mockingbird Theater in The Factory.
Family Storytime at Franklin Library
Free family storytime at Franklin Library.
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Classic big-band orchestra at Belmont—family-friendly nostalgia and live music.
Main Character Energy Weekly Program
Weekly program for tweens and teens at Cleveland library.
Toddler Time at Fairview Library
Tiny-tot storytimes at Fairview Library—free, cozy programming for babies and toddlers.
Beach Read Book Sale
Book sale at Glenville library with summer reading picks.
Songs and Stories
Songs, stories, and live performance for young children at The Children's Museum.
Dino Discoveries
Dig into dinosaur science and discoveries at Museum of Natural History & Science.
Life in the 1850s
Explore Cincinnati's 1850s history with immersive exhibits at Cincinnati History Museum.
OMNIMAX® – National Parks Adventure
Stunning National Parks adventure on the giant OMNIMAX screen.
Ink and Paper Making
Make your own paper and ink art at Point Place Library.
Special Topics in History | Americans and WWI: A World Made Safe for Whose Democracy?
Teen-friendly WWI history talk at the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
Sewing For Kids
Kids learn sewing skills in a hands-on workshop.
Take Home Storytime Kits
Take-home storytime kits for young children at West Park.
Movies at Midtown
Family movie screening in Indianapolis.
Destination Monarch Butterfly Show
Explore live monarch butterflies at Cincinnati's Krohn Conservatory.
Richmond Symphony at Altria Theater
Live symphony performance at historic Altria Theater.
Toddler Storytime
Stories and songs for toddlers at Sanger Library.
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Dress-up fun celebrating tutus and ties at Children's Museum of Richmond.
Galena - Mother Goose On the Loose
Mother Goose On the Loose at Galena Branch—nursery rhymes & movement for babies & toddlers.
Baby Songs & Stories @ Glen Allen Library
Songs and stories for babies at Glen Allen Library.
Teen Craft-Tea Time
Teen craft and tea social at Clarksville Library.
Pajama Time Stories
Cozy bedtime stories at New Albany Library—perfect for wind-down.
Make-In-Take: 4th of July Wooden Banner
Make-In-Take: 4th of July Wooden Banner—craft your own patriotic keepsake.
🎨🖼️$15 Walk-in Make & Take Workshop- all ages are welcome!
Walk-in creative craft workshop for all ages at Board & Brush, Sylvania.
Dr. Doodlebug's Storytime with Merrill Rainey at 577 Foundation
Interactive storytime with Dr. Doodlebug at 577 Foundation.
Babytime
Songs, rhymes, and bonding time for babies at Maumee Library.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Free health screenings and wellness outreach for kids at South Library.
Perler Bead Keychains
Make colorful Perler bead keychains at South Library.
Henna Art for Teens with Henna Muse
Learn henna art from a professional artist at Waterville Library.
Dungeons and Dragons
Fantasy adventure gaming for kids and teens at Sanger Library.
Andrew Martin's Fun and Fantasy, Comedy-Magic Show
Hilarious comedy-magic show by Andrew Martin at Birmingham Library.
Van Gogh–Inspired Hot Air Balloon Collage
Create Van Gogh-inspired hot air balloon collages at Main Library.
Toddler Storytime
Toddler storytime at Southwest Regional Library.
$1 Summer Movies at Regal Crossroads Stadium: A Minecraft Movie & Sonic the Hedgehog 2
$1 movie matinees featuring Minecraft & Sonic the Hedgehog 2.
Toddler Read & Play
Toddler storytime and playtime in Clayton.
Slime and More!! 8y-12y
Slime-making craft workshop for kids ages 8–12.
Preschool Story Time
Stories designed for preschoolers at Chapel Hill Public Library.
Earth, Moon and Sun
Planetarium show exploring Earth, Moon, and Sun at Morehead.
Supermassive Black Holes
Advanced planetarium show exploring black holes & cosmic mysteries.
4th of July Craft @ Chick-fil-A Burlington - Huffman Mill Road
4th of July craft activity at Chick-fil-A.
Snoopy!
Snoopy-themed theatrical show at Union Station—perfect for Peanuts fans.
Xscape Theatres Blankenbaker 16: $2 Summer Movie Series
$2 summer movie series for families at Xscape Theatres Blankenbaker.
Storytime at the Library
Stories & rhymes for little ones at Main Library Hillsborough.
Main Library Seed Share
Swap seeds with other gardeners at Main Library Seed Share.
Babytime at Southern
Songs & stories for babies & caregivers at Southern Library.
Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella - At Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre
Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre—classic tale with dinner.
Edible Flowers
Creative edible flowers workshop at Kansas City Kansas Public Library.
Storytime
Storytimes at Kent District Library's Planfield Branch.
Good to know
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