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Second Saturdays – Dog Days of Summer

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Join us to discover the real meaning behind the “Dog Days of Summer.” Explore constellations, play space games, find hot dogs and see real dogs. Activities included with admission.

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Shaun the Sheep at the Children’s Museum of Virginia

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Shaun made his screen debut in the Wallace and Gromit film A Close Shave back in 1995. Fast-forward to now and Shaun has become a global superstar, enjoyed by fans in 170 countries across the world! He’s starred in six TV series’ and enjoyed success on the big screen with two feature films that have […]

CHKD Teddy Bear Clinic

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Time for some teddy bear health care! At September’s Second Saturday event, each kid will receive a teddy bear, then walk their bear through healthcare stations. CHKD pediatric staff and […]

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Homeschool Day

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Join us for a day dedicated to homeschooling families. Activities include workshops, demonstrations, sample classes, educational games, and planetarium shows. Visit https://childrensmuseumvirginia.com/education/homeschool-programs/ for details and ticket information.

Second Saturday: Indigenous People’s Day Celebration

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Come learn about Virginia's Indigenous Peoples, including their environment, customs and history with the Virginia Beach History Museum's hands on activities.

Halloween Trail of Treats

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Wear your costumes and explore the Portsmouth Museums and collect treats along the way! Kick off the trail on the Museum Mall in front of the Children's Museum of Virginia […]

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Halloweekends at The Children’s Museum

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Wear your costumes and join us for the Monster Mash dance party from 12-4PM every Saturday & Sunday of October starting 10/12.

A Night at the Children’s Museum (Adults Only)

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Join us on Saturday, November 2 for a fun evening! Attendees will have the opportunity to explore and experience the Children’s Museum, while enjoying delicious food and beverages. We will also have several Minute to Win It style games to play and a silent auction. Please note that this is an adults only event. Can’t […]

$50.00

Homeschool Day

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Join us for a day dedicated to homeschooling families. Activities include workshops, demonstrations, sample classes, educational games, and planetarium shows. Visit https://childrensmuseumvirginia.com/education/homeschool-programs/ for details and ticket information. November Theme: Weather Special Planetarium […]

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Snow Wonders

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

WHEN: Every Saturday at 6pm | NOV 30 - DEC 28 WHERE: Children’s Museum of Virginia | 221 High Street | Portsmouth, VA Snow Wonders is back at the Children’s […]

Free

Second Saturday: Holiday Fun!

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Don't miss this magical Second Saturday event! Enjoy holiday themed crafts and interactive activities to celebrate the season. All activities included with admission!    

Noon New Year’s Eve

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Grab the kids and join in our festive “Noon Year’s Eve Bash” on the Children’s Museum Mall, complete with party favor decorating, face painting, a juice box toast, a glittery noon ball drop and more. Young partiers can enjoy the countdown and celebrate with fun New Year’s festivities and activities – all with no risk […]

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