Classes & Events

Sunday, September 21st, 10am-12pm

Monday, September 22nd, 10am-12pm

Sunday, October 5th, 10am-12pm

Monday, October 20th, 10am-12pm

Monday, October 27th, 10am-12pm

Monday, November 3rd, 10am-12pm

Sunday, November 16th, 10am-12pm

Monday, November 17th, 10am-12pm

Monday, December 8th, 10am-12pm

Sunday, December 14th, 10am-12pm

Monday, December 29th, 10am-12pm 

Pop in to Crafternoon! This drop-in art experience allows young learners to explore artistic mediums and craft their own creations in a flexible format. Each month, we will feature a different artistic medium and offer drop-in hours for little artists to come and create. No need to be "on time" or stay for the full session - drop in when you wish and stay as long as you'd like!

Crafternoon is open to all ages, but is recommended for ages 3+. This experience is available to all Museum guests (Museum admission or membership is required!)

Tickets can be purchased at our front desk. 

FREE Family Play Events

FOR FAMILIES LIVING IN THE CITY OF CLEVELAND

THAT RECEIVE OHIO GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE

Saturday, September 13th : 2-4pm

Sunday, September 14th : 2-4pm

Come out and explore our hands-on exhibits at our FREE family play events! With support from the David & Inez Myers Foundation, CMC offers these events to make sure that all families in our community can access the benefits of learning through play at the Museum.

Eligible families must show proof of their City of Cleveland address and government assistance (such as a WIC or EBT card) to attend. Participating families will receive a kit of free school supplies* and a FREE CMC Family Membership**, good for one year of unlimited Museum visits.

The events are free, but registration is required!

*Supplies are offered first-come first-serve, while supplies last. 

** Families must attend an event to receive a free membership through this program.

Saturday, October 18th

6-9pm

Step into the shadows of our historic mansion after dark, without the kids! Come out and celebrate spooky season at this adults-only Halloween bash at The Children's Museum of Cleveland. Explore the Museum’s exhibits after hours, enjoy special themed snacks by The Home Pantry, grab a drink, and let loose with karaoke, creepy crafts, ghoulish games, and more. Costumes are highly encouraged!

Come for the boos, stay for the cause! All proceeds benefit our Wonder Fund, helping ensure every family can experience the magic of the Museum.

Tickets:

Early Bird Tickets: $40 (purchase before September 15th!)

Tickets after 9/15: $50 

Where Do The

Children Play?

Collaborative music program with 

The Children's Museum of Cleveland

 & The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Where Do the Children Play is a collaborative program between the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and The Children’s Museum of Cleveland that invites families to explore the magic of music and play together!

Through hands-on activities, instrument exploration, and creative discovery, children and caregivers are encouraged to learn, create, and imagine while they explore these two iconic Cleveland museums. This initiative celebrates the power of music and play as pathways to artistic expression, family connection, and joyful learning.

Fee: $10/child 

All classes in this series will be held drop-in style. 

No pre-registration required!

Dance Party! FREE

Explore new genres of music and move your

body to the beat at this free event!

Friday, September 19th, 3:30pm at CMC 

Saturday, September 20th, 10:30am at CMC

Rhythm & Patterns

Students will learn to identify the beats in music using rhythm sticks, and explore how these notes turn into patterns. 

Friday, October 17th, 3:30pm at CMC 

Saturday, October 18th, 10:30am at CMC

Rhythm & Patterns

In the garage space at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, we will cover the four instruments that make up the majority of bands: piano, guitar, bass, and drums. We will go over how all these instruments are able to produce sound, then kids will able to play inside the garage and practice using these instruments!

Friday, November 21st, 3:30pm at The Rock Hall 

Saturday, November 22nd, 10:30am at The Rock Hall

Sensory Friendly Time

Upcoming Dates:

Sunday, September 14th, 8-9am

Sunday, October 12th, 8-9am

Sunday, November 16th, 8-9am

Sunday, December 21st, 8-9am

Tickets: 

Standard Admission 

Memberships and access programs accepted!

Sensory Friendly Time is a special program for families with children with sensory processing disorders and other special needs. During these sessions, CMC provides exclusive access to the Museum for families who thrive in a less crowded and lower-stimulation environment.

This program aims to bring families together to learn through play in a space that supports the unique needs of their children. Guests are encouraged to bring adaptive equipment to support a comfortable visit. CMC has noise-reducing headphones and sensory support kits available at our front desk upon request. There are limited quantities, available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Families visiting during the morning sessions are welcome to stay after general admission opens at 9am. Pre-registration is not required!