


Museum Events

Every event is an opportunity to make memories, learn something new and foster a deeper connection with the broader community.

Seasonal Celebration


Saturday, October 25 – Wednesday, November 26
Leaf-A-Palooza
It’s autumn and you know what that means – the leaves are falling and we need your help! Rake, pile and jump into more than 60,000 fabric leaves throughout the museum for a sensory play experience full of fall fun.
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Saturday, October 25 • 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Beasties and Besties Halloween Bash
Calling all little goblins and ghouls! Stepping Stones invites you to a full day of frighteningly festive fun at our annual Beasties and Besties Halloween Bash. During this spooktacular all-ages event, explore your favorite museum exhibits with a spooky twist, embark on a Halloween hayride, experience our indoor “haunted festival" featuring classic carnival games and more. Costumes encouraged!
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Friday, October 31
Tricks and Treats Day
In anticipation of the spookiest night of the year, Tricks and Treats Day returns to Stepping Stones with brand new, monstrously fun programs and experiences! Join us for a day of trick-or-treating, costume parades and other frightfully festive daily activities that will make this Halloween season a memorable one for children of all ages. Costumes encouraged!
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Saturday, November 8 – Sunday, November 9
Native American Heritage Celebration
November is Native American Heritage Month and we’re celebrating here at Stepping Stones Museum for Children! From November 8 – 9, we will be honoring the significant contributions the first Americans made to the establishment and growth of the United States. From hands-on activities to puppet retellings of indigenous folktales, this weekend of specially-themed programs and experiences is not to be missed.
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Celebrating Our 25th Birthday

Our 25th Birthday marks the start of a new chapter in the Stepping Stones story. Join us in celebrating 25 years and help shape the future of the museum. Together, let’s make 2025 our best year yet and lay the foundation for a bright and exciting future!
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