Enjoy special dance performances presented by the Arc of Monroe’s A Moving Experience. The modern dance troupe, celebrating 25 years, is comprised of adults supported by the Arc and currently attending the Arc’s art-focused day habilitation program, Community Arts Connection. The diverse group performs for various audiences around western New York at schools, community centers, and nursing facilities. Included with general museum admission.

Once a month, these special Au-Some Evenings give children with autism spectrum disorder and sensory processing disorder, their friends and family an opportunity to play and learn together in an understanding and supportive environment.

Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with St. Nick.

Celebrate the joy of reading. Listen to stories and get your Storytime Club passport punched during each visit. Collect five punches and receive a free children’s book! Learn how to sign up for a Monroe County library card, check out books from the museum’s exhibits, and explore the imaginative world of stories in the Reading Adventureland exhibit. September 9 only, enjoy special activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Sesame Street television series.

What kind of hero will you be? Leap into action alongside iconic Super Heroes from the DC UNIVERSE™—including BATMAN™, SUPERMAN™, and WONDER WOMAN™—in DC Super Heroes: Discover Your Superpowers. Learn about the importance of teamwork, self-discovery, and strength as you solve problems, fight for justice, and battle villains in a series of hands-on, fast-paced challenges.

Creep into the museum for Halloween festivities for the whole family. Join Ted Baumhauer from Rochester’s Red Tie Variety for It’s Just a Little Scary Show! at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 and 3 p.m. on Saturday and 1:30 and 3 p.m. on Sunday. For more than two decades, Baumhauer has performed and presented to audiences in and around Greater Rochester. Watch as he shows off juggling tricks inspired by the ghosts of vaudevillians past.

Presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York - the first Saturday of each month, Fearless Family Play Days offer a full day of fun and engaging healthy activities located throughout the museum.

Join Microsoft for their FREE 2-Day Camp: Make Your Own Movies with 3D and Mixed Reality on the following dates: August 19th & August 20th (Monday & Tuesday) from 4-6 PM – register at ms/moviecampbuf819 August 26th & August 27th (Monday & Tuesday) from 10-12 PM – register at ms/moviecampbuf826 Learn how to make your own movies with Microsoft products! This camp is recommended for children ages 8-12. This two-part camp series lasts two hours per session, and campers must attend the sessions consecutively. The parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult caregiver of every camp participant under 17 years of age must sign a Participation Agreement upon arrival and remain in Microsoft Store for the duration of the event.

An open house-style walk through of the snowy Historic Village.

Help prepare your child for Kindergarten with Kinder-Ready at Explore & More! This new “super-fun” readiness program is designed for children entering kindergarten this fall to practice skills in preparation for the upcoming school year.

The play extends late for parents who work, kids who need a night of getting their energy out or families looking for an excuse to play together! No prior registration required, included with admission.

As parents enjoy a night out, kids will have a blast during after hours at the J. Swim, play, enjoy kid friendly treats and watch a movie. Each Saturday Night Out (SNO) offers a different twist!

Our USA certified swim coaches have a vast range of experience. Your son or daughter will learn stroke refinement, race skills, sportsmanship, and team camaraderie. We are a fully inclusive program.

Our USA certified swim coaches have a vast range of experience, including a former Olympic Swimmer. Your son or daughter will learn stroke refinement, race skills, sportsmanship, and team camaraderie. We are a fully inclusive program.

Spend the summer with your favorite storybook characters! Listen to story readings at 1 and 2 p.m., take pictures with featured characters, and enjoy activities based on their stories.

Join us for our Tykes Tuesday program on Tuesday, August 20th for Tech Day with Apple! Apple is one of the leading names in tech! Your tyke will learn how to make music, draw pictures, and more with Apple products!

The littlest ghouls and goblins will enjoy spirited Halloween activities and collect prizes during Toddler Trick-or-Treat. Come in costume and journey through the museum for goodies—including crayons, coloring books, and temporary tattoos—with characters such as a wizard, detective, and chef. Craft a Halloween-inspired work of art, take a picture in the pumpkin patch, play a game of Feed the Monster, and more.

Enjoy story readings by a member of the Rochester Air Show teams. Included with general museum admission.

Join us for WellNow Wednesdays – keeping you and your family well through fun and engaging programs throughout the museum! Sponsored by WellNow Urgent Care.

Get ready for some fairy fun this fall!

Experience a Christmas like no other.