Participation in enrichment programs are FREE with admission unless otherwise noted.

  • Worldwide Day of Play

    Southern California Children's Museum 459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

    Join us for this FREE global celebration! The Association of Children's Museums and Nickelodeon have partnered to create a day dedicated to experiencing joyful learning through play. We are celebrating with: Interactive Water Play with Pump and Splash's amazing water tables Bubble Blowing  Where you can catch, pop, and chase shimmering bubbles   Rhythm & Beats […]

  • 2026 Rose Parade Viewing Party

    Southern California Children's Museum 459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

    Our annual Rose Parade viewing party is back! Come kick off the New Year with SCCM & enjoy a prime view of the parade, continental breakfast, open museum play, fun-themed crafts, and restroom access! Parking is available for an additional fee. $95/person (kids under 1 free) $30/parking spot (spots are limited, only available for purchase […]

    $95
  • Free Second Sunday: Silk Road Day

    Southern California Children's Museum 459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

    Join us as we partner with our neighbors, the USC Pacific Asia Museum (PAM) for Second Free Sunday: Silk Road Day! Both museums will have free admission parking, and host special art making activities that connect to the Exploring the Silk Road gallery. Details Sunday, January 11, 2026 11:00am - 4:30pm (The USC Pacific Asia Museum […]

  • Purim Celebration with PJ Library

    Southern California Children's Museum 459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

    We'll have extended hours on March 8 to celebrate Purim, the joyful Jewish holiday of costumes, courage, and community, with our friends at PJ Library! 

  • Good To Go Potty Training Workshop

    Southern California Children's Museum 459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

    This workshop for parents and caretakers explores the Potty Training Method in Gia Gambaro Blout and Laura Birek’s book, GOOD TO GO. Free with admission.

  • Give Kids a Smile

    Southern California Children's Museum 459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

    The Foundation of the San Gabriel Valley Dental Society will host an educational program featuring a dental-themed story time, a Q&A session with local pediatric dentist Dr. Soo Song, and hands-on oral hygiene activities.

  • Caregiver Workshop – You’ve Got This: Navigating Starting School

    Southern California Children's Museum 459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

    Join us this April for You’ve Got This: Navigating Starting School, a three-part parent learning series in partnership with Pasadena Education Network and author / parent coach Gia Gambaro Blount. Convening on Thursday evenings this April, this series offers practical guidance and a supportive space to ask questions, connect, and prepare for this big milestone.

    $15
  • Clay Alebrijes Workshop

    Southern California Children's Museum 459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

    Using air-dry clay, young artists will sculpt Alebrijes—bright, imaginative creatures from Mexican folk art that blend features of different animals.