155 past events with the preschool tag

The Extraordinary World of Zara: Spotting Stars

Join students from Ball State University at the Muncie Children’s Museum for an interactive read-aloud of The Extraordinary World of Zara: Spotting Stars—a new children’s book created in partnership with Ball State students.

Follow Zara’s journey of self-discovery in this heartwarming story that blends social-emotional learning with talent recognition. After the reading, children will participate in hands-on activities designed and facilitated by the students to help them discover their own unique strengths!

Date: Saturday, April 11
Time: 10–11 AM (Pre-K–K) | 11 AM–12 PM (Grades 1–2)
Cost: Included with museum admission | FREE for members
Register here: https://bsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8f6zDHTUF4bb8Gy

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.
Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m. 

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

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Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Museum Fun for Everyone!

Join us for Museum Fun for Everyone!

Admission to the Muncie Children’s Museum is FREE to all guests on Saturday, April 25, from 10 am to 5 pm, thanks to our free day sponsor, 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚, in honor of Autism Awareness Month! Come explore the museum exhibits for a fun, family-friendly day at MCM!

Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.
Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m. 

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays, May 22 and June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time. Free; cash donations accepted at door.

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Saturdays, May 23 and June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 5 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time. Free; cash donations accepted at door.

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2nd Annual Summer Splash Bash

Kick off summer with a splash at the Muncie Children’s Museum!

Join us for our 2nd Annual Summer Splash Bash on Sunday, June 7, from 1:00–4:30 PM—the perfect way to celebrate the end of the school year with an afternoon full of fun, laughter, and water-filled excitement for the whole family. Bring your friends, wear your sunscreen, and get ready for an unforgettable start to summer!

Activities are included with museum admission and are free for members.

Fridays, May 22 and June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time. Free; cash donations accepted at door.

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2026 Neighborhood Park Party

Come out and join the FUN at our 4th annual Neighborhood Park Party! Lots of fun, food and good times to be had — activities for all ages — so bring your lawn chairs or a picnic blanket and come spend the day with us at Halteman Park!

HIGHLIGHTS: Music & entertainment • bounce houses • dunk tank • MSD Recyclor truck • MFD fire truck • MPD police Hummer • Midwest Thunder Roadster race cars • Crown Vic race car • splash pad • playground • pickle ball • basketball • corn hole • ladder ball • football toss • Kick Darts • KanJam • Giant Jenga • Giant Connect4 • Quoits • board games & much more!

FOOD / BEVERAGE TRUCKS (while supplies last): Outlaw's Chicken-on-a-Stick • Mama Rucks Soul Food • JD Concessions • Pappies Smokehouse • Iceburg Ice Cream

VENDORS: 107Block • AddiLines Face Painting • Ascend Therapy • Beach, Please Bou-Tea-Que • Broken Church • Crafts by Debra • Danielle’s Popcorn • Delightful Sips • Dizzles Drizzles • Dmay's Way • Dowd Designs • From The Garden & Chewy Boom Skincare • Herran Custom Woodworking • Kailey Jo's Fairy Hair • Mari's Sweet Treats • Shaggy Cow Sweets • YMCA of Muncie

TRAFFIC / PARKING: We anticipate heavy traffic due to large events happening in both Halteman and in Farmington on 6/13. We suggest parking in the Remedy City or Mitchell Early Childhood Center lots (both on Purdue and a short walk to Halteman Park) or along the side streets leading up to the park. Please observe a maximum 25mph speed limit and observe all city parking regulations. Lastly, we ask that all guests be respectful of our neighbors…please do not park in the grass, in residents' driveways, and do not block hydrants or mailboxes. Thank you!

COST: This event is FREE (except for purchases made from our food trucks & vendors) and open to the general public. Come join your friends — or make new ones — at Halteman Park! Of course, you may make a tax deductible* donation to the Halteman Village Neighborhood Association to help support expenses incurred for this & future community-wide events for all ages. To donate via PayPal: https://tinyurl.com/HVNAevents

*Halteman Village Neighborhood Assoc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are not an HOA and do not collect membership fees. Therefore, we rely solely on the generous support of our neighbors & many friends. All donations are tax deductible and will be used specifically for the intended purpose.

Disclaimer: We do not endorse any political party or candidates who may be participating in this free community/neighborhood event. Attendance at this outdoor event is at your own risk.

Saturdays, May 23 and June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 5 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time. Free; cash donations accepted at door.

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Fridays, May 22 and June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 15 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time. Free; cash donations accepted at door.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Saturdays, May 23 and June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close 5 minutes after showtime and no late entry is permitted after that time. Free; cash donations accepted at door.

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Community Field Trip Program at MCM

Ever wondered what one of Muncie Children's Museum's field trip programs is like? Now's your chance to find out!

Join us on 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟔, 𝐚𝐭 𝟑:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 for a Community Field Trip featuring our popular fire safety program, 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐓𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧. This hands-on learning experience gives families the opportunity to:

🔥 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫
👨‍🚒 𝐒𝐞𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐮𝐩 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞
🏠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞
🚒 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

This program is included with museum admission ( FREE for MCM Members), but registration is required, and space is limited to 20 participants.

Reserve your spot today by scanning the QR code or registering here: https://forms.gle/5QkLYGBA4AULbts79

Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 5:00 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 5 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.

Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 3:30 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 5 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.

Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 5:00 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 5 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.

Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 3:30 p.m.

Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 5 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.