JULY 18: UNDER THE BIG TOP PARTY!

Step right up for a spectacular day under the big top filled with carnival games, hands-on workshops, creative crafts, and exciting circus-inspired fun for the whole family!

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® will visit Children’s Museum Houston as part of their advance tour before The Greatest Show On Earth® at NRG Stadium, August 6–9.  From wide-eyed kids to “seen-it-all” grown-ups, the all-new Ringling Circus is packed with jaw-dropping acts, laugh-out-loud fun, and memory-making moments you’ll never forget.

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Save 25% on tickets when you use code CMHOU at Ticketmaster.com prior to seat selection.  Restrictions, exclusions and fees may apply.  Offer expires 8/5/26.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING?

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Join the Circus!: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Hype Crew is bringing the circus to the Museum!  Join us for interactive demos, photo-worthy moments, and the chance to meet Bailey Circuit, the robo-pup with a spark!

When: From 11 am to 2 pm in Kids' Hall Alcove

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Carnival Games: Try your luck at classic carnival-style games including mini golf, ring toss, and more!

When: From 10 am to 4 pm on the Patio

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Carousel Workshops: Design and decorate your own whimsical carousel creation that actually moves!

^{Limit 12 per workshop ages 5+. Sign ups open one hour prior to each workshop.}

When: At the top of every half hour from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm in the Design Studio

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Cotton Candy Science Workshops: Learn the science behind spinning sugar as you make your own fluffy cotton candy creations! Limit 12 participants, ages 5+. Sign ups open one hour before each workshop.

When: At the top of every half hour from 10:30 am to 3 pm in Chevron Maker Lab

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Story and a Craft: Enjoy a lively storytime followed by a creative hands-on craft inspired by circus fun and imagination.

When: At 11 am and 1 pm in the Parent Resource Library

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ON-GOING ACTIVITIES

Balancing Act: Put your engineering and creativity skills to the test by designing a sculpture that can balance on a single point in this maker challenge.

When: All Day in Chevron Maker Annex

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Jester Hats: Create a playful jester hat and transform into a silly circus performer for the day.

When: All Day at the Kids' Hall Activity Tables