Gala 2026
Play the Night Away Gala
There’s no place like The Children’s Museum of Cleveland for a night to remember!
Join us somewhere over the rainbow for CMC’s 2026 Gala on Saturday, October 17th from 7-11pm.
This adults-only evening benefits our Wonder Fund,
which helps ensure all children in Northeast Ohio can explore, imagine, and learn
through accessible admissions and free experiences.
This year’s theme is The Wizard of Oz, so expect a night of wonder, play, dancing, and feeling like a kid again.
Tickets include an open bar, a strolling dinner from local restaurants, and entertainment.
Event Tickets
VIP Ticket - $400
$300 tax-deductible
Supports 23 visitors
through Museum for All.
Standard Ticket - $200
$100 tax-deductible
Prefer to pay by check? Contact Hattie Kotz at hkotz@cmcleveland.org to place your ticket order.
Event Sponsorship
Each year, 14% of CMC guests visit through our free and reduced admissions programs. Our 2026 Gala benefits our Wonder Fund, which helps support these programs, ensuring that the magic of a CMC visit is within reach for every family.
Interested in sponsorship opportunities?
Contact Hattie Kotz at hkotz@cmcleveland.org
Attire
This adults-only event is not your average Museum experience! We recommend cocktail / wedding guest attire for the evening.
Parking
Free parking will be available onsite at the Museum. Guests will enter through our main entrance off Euclid Avenue.
Our Wonder Fund Supports:
FREE
family visits
through our special
needs access programs.
FREE
field trips &
outreach programs for
low income students
FREE & REDUCED
admissions programs for
low income families.
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