Events
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general events
Sensory Friendly Playtime at GRCM
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Together with Autism Support of Kent County, GRCM welcomes families to play in a calmer, quieter environment outside of regular Museum hours.
Registration required.
Upcoming playtimes:
August 4, 2025, 10am-12pm
November 3, 2025, 5-7pm
GRCM Thingamajigs Gift Shop Sidewalk Sale
Saturday, August 16, 10am–4pm
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Score great deals at our sidewalk sale! Shop discounted goodies from Thingamajigs and explore more retail gems in downtown GR.
Third Thursdays
Thursday, August 21, 4-7pm
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Celebrate the end of summer with evening play at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum! Enjoy extended hours, hands-on fun, and join the Cardboard Club as we say goodbye to Alma’s Way: Welcome to My Neighborhood!
member events
Member Morning
Monday, August 11, 9am-12pm
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
GRCM Members, join us for our Animal Adventure Playtime!
Create an animal craft, explore animal sensory bins, and explore an animal program with a special guest!
Save the date for upcoming members-only playtimes:
⭐ Monday, August 11 ➡️ Animal Adventure
⭐ Monday, October 13 ➡️ Boo Bash
⭐ Monday, November 10 ➡️ Member Playtime
⭐ Monday, December 8 ➡️ Winter Wonderland
grown-up events
State of Play Breakfast
Thursday, September 25, 2025
8am
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
Join the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum as we continue our mission of building minds through play at our 7th Annual State of Play breakfast fundraiser. This open house fundraiser will take place inside and outside of the museum, allowing guests to experience guided tours of our current exhibits. Guests will enjoy outdoor seating with curated food and beverage options.
Proceeds from the GRCM State of Play Fundraiser will provide vital funding for our efforts to bring play to all children in our community through open-ended programs and exhibits, outreach initiatives, and community partnerships. Who will be the winner of our annual Roshambo (aka Rock, Paper, Scissors) tournament?