
Once again Miami Children’s Museum is bringing Halloween’s most fun event to South Florida! The 10th annual Not So Scary Family Halloween Bash, presented by Golden Sands Contractors and chaired by Kelly & Chris Melchiondo and Claudia Rodriguez & Oscar Rojas, will be held on Sunday, October 20th from 1PM to 5PM.
Get ready to trick or treat throughout the Museum’s 17 galleries with tons of candy for all! This family friendly costume bash features a toddler room, donut decorating with Dunkin Donuts, mini pumpkin decorating, performances led by the Museum’s Theater Troupe, lunch, character meet & greets, and more! Plus, get ready for the return of our one and only Haunted House! Are you brave enough to venture into its curiosities?
All funds raised for the event will directly support the Museum’s educational programs, ensuring the highest quality educational and arts programming for South Florida’s youth and families. All tickets can be purchased in advance at: notsocary.michimu.net. Admission is $50.00 for non-members and $40.00 for Members. The Museum is closed for the event and the only entrance is through the purchase of a ticket. The event will have free parking courtesy of Miami Parking Authority.
Sponsors for the event include:
Ghoulish Goblin Sponsors: Yolanda & Jeff Berkowitz, Felicia & Andrew Berkowitz, Jolie & Michael Berkowitz; Century Risk Advisors; Greenspoon Marder; and Greenberg Traurig; Stearns Weaver Miller Alhadeff & Setterson, P.A.
Trick or Treat Sponsors: Academica; Artisan Media; Richard and Susan Lampen; The Malamed Family; Caleb & Calder Sloan’s Awesome Foundation; Coastal Building Maintence; Terra; BLICK art materials and Fridababy.
Spooky Level Sponsors: Kim Prior & Dan Bansky; Brenda Bichili; Plaza Construction; Reef Aquaria Design; Marianne & John Devine; Michelle & Bob Diener; Fiske & Company; FIU; Gelber, Schachter & Greenberg, P.A.; Lash & Goldberg LLP; Goldwolf Ventures; The Havenick Family; Dr. Rebecca & Mr. Arnaud Karsenti; The Melchiondo Family; Miami Downtown Development Authority; The Netkin Family; The Pardo Family; The Schmerin Family; Debbie & Gerald Schwartz; Shook, Hardy & Bacon; Shutts & Bowen LLP; Tekmovil; Verdeja, De Armas & Trujillo, LLP; Alexis & Scott Wagner and Virginia & Steven Weber.
For additional sponsorship opportunities, please contact Daniella Cabezas at dcabezas@miamichildrensmuseum.org
Miami Children’s Museum is now celebrating more than 16 years of successful residency on Watson Island. Miami Children’s Museum offers bilingual and interactive exhibits; programs and classes and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication. The Museum has 17 interactive galleries as well as housing many exciting and fun traveling exhibits. Miami Children’s Museum is dedicated to enriching the lives of all children by fostering a love of learning through play and enabling children to realize their highest potential. Through arts and educational programs, the Museum seeks to include and target all audiences in Miami’s changing and diverse community by becoming the “town center” for Miami-Dade County’s children and families. For more information contact the Museum at 305.373.KIDS (5437) or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org.
The Miami Children's Museum is known in South Florida for its fun, hands-on exhibits that turn learning into an adventure for kids. The top five exhibits are favorites among families because they each offer something special. Whether they spark creativity or teach about the environment, these experiences are memorable and keep families returning. Find out why these main exhibits are so popular with both children and parents.
At the Miami Children's Museum, learning is made fun and exciting through interactive play. Kids learn and grow by exploring each exhibit, which encourages curiosity and hands-on discovery. This approach helps children build important thinking and problem-solving skills while having a great time.
We use a hands-on approach to learning, which matches current educational ideas. This way, kids understand more and remember what they learn. They can try activities like building, making music, or exploring a pretend ocean, following their interests and learning at their own speed. This freedom helps kids develop a love for learning that lasts.
We also make sure our exhibits are accessible and fun for all children, no matter their abilities. This focus on inclusivity means every child can take part and benefit from what we offer. It shows our important role in helping kids learn and bringing families together.
We feature exhibits that inspire curiosity and imagination in kids. Here’s a look at some of our most popular attractions that both children and parents enjoy.
The Castle of Dreams welcomes kids into a magical space where they can use their imaginations. Children can pretend to be knights, princesses, or dragons with dress-up areas and storytelling corners. A small castle makes the experience even more fun, letting kids invent their own stories.
The Ocean Odyssey exhibit takes kids on an underwater adventure in the middle of Miami. It shows bright displays of ocean life, including coral reefs and touch tanks where children can feel sea creatures. Kids can also learn about why protecting the ocean matters through fun, interactive panels.
The Music Makers Studio is a fun place where kids can explore music. They can try digital keyboards, drums, and even record their own sounds. Kids enjoy this studio because it lets them be creative and express themselves through music.
The Health & Wellness Center turns learning about healthy habits into a fun adventure. Kids can try activities that teach about fitness and good nutrition in a playful way. They can run obstacle courses, play games about healthy eating, and even pretend to shop for groceries.
In the Construction Zone, kids become young builders and engineers. They use blocks and tools to create everything from simple towers to complex structures. Working together on projects helps them practice problem-solving, teamwork, and spatial skills.
These exhibits bring families together by making learning fun. Each one uses play to spark curiosity and help kids understand new things. Parents appreciate that the museum is a safe and exciting place for children to explore. Visiting us at the Miami Children's Museum helps kids grow and gives families special memories. Plan your visit today and see how interactive learning can be both magical and memorable.