Explorium

Artsy Engineers Camp
2025-06-09 09:00 - 2025-06-13 12:00 UTC
At our Artsy Engineers summer camp, kids explore the exciting world where art meets STEM! Through hands-on activities, they’ll create colorful art projects while learning about science, technology, engineering, and math. From creating devices from the start of animation to experimenting with chemical reaction painting, campers will discover how creativity and innovation come together to solve problems and express ideas. It’s the perfect blend of imagination and discovery, encouraging young minds to think outside the box and have fun while learning!

Non-member price: 125
Member Price: 115
Ages: 5-11 years
DATE: Mon.-Fri June 9-13
TIME: 9 am- 12pm
LOCATION: Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
5800 I35 North, Denton, TX 76207

Sensory Friendly Morning
2025-06-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
We invite you to explore our museum during our exclusive event for children with sensory processing differences. Children with sensory friendly needs can come visit when the museum is not as crowded and noisy. We will alter light levels and display volumes for these visiting hours. We hope to see you. Please reach out if you have any questions to info@exploriumdenton.org.
Noise canceling headphones are available upon request. Reservation Required.

Era Explorers Camp
2025-06-16 09:00 - 2025-06-20 12:00
Get ready for an unforgettable journey at Era Explorers Summer Camp This summer, you’ll blast off in a time-traveling adventure like no other! Step into your very own time machine and explore ancient Egypt, visit the age of the dinosaurs, and zoom into the future—all in one day! You’ll build cool gadgets, unlock time-traveling secrets, and complete epic missions to save history. Team up with fellow explorers, solve historical mysteries, and become the ultimate time traveler. It’s a wild ride through time, filled with fun, learning, and endless adventures—let’s make history together!

Non-member price: 125
Member Price: 115
Ages: 5-11 years
DATE: Mon.-Fri June 16th-20th
TIME: 9 am- 12pm
LOCATION: Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
5800 I35 North, Denton, TX 76207

Upcycle Creative Camp
2025-06-23 09:00 - 2025-06-27 12:00
Get ready for a week of hands-on fun where sustainability meets play! Campers will transform everyday items into imaginative works of art and functional designs while tackling STEAM challenges that explore sustainability, design, and teamwork. They’ll take on the Trash to Treasure Challenge, brainstorming and building creations using only discarded materials, construct Cardboard Creations like sculptures and structures from repurposed cardboard, and experiment with Eco-Friendly Printmaking, using found objects like bubble wrap, leaves, and fabric to create unique prints. Through playful exploration and collaboration, they’ll discover new ways to innovate and make a positive impact on the world. Let’s craft with purpose!

Non-member price: 125
Member Price: 115
Ages: 5-11 years
DATE: Mon.-Fri June 23-27th
TIME: 9 am- 12pm
LOCATION: Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
5800 I35 North, Denton, TX 76207

Whistle Wheels Expo!
2025-06-25 - 2025-06-28
All Aboard for Fun at the Denton Explorium! We’re thrilled to announce that the Denton Area Model Railroad Club is bringing their incredible “Whistle and Wheels” exhibit to the Explorium!
Kids will love exploring the intricate trains, landscapes, and the magic of model railroading. This is the perfect opportunity to spark creativity, imagination, and hands-on learning for the whole family.
Mark your calendars and join us for this track-tacular adventure starting June 25th – 28th from 10-5 pm!

Path to Plate Expo
2025-06-28 11:00 - 12:00
Included with Admission
The Path to Plate Youth Expo is a hands-on event that helps youth learn about agriculture and food production, featuring stations such as cow milking, path to plate milk, corn grinding, and local commodities. Children will also enjoy a hands-on plant activity to nurture their understanding of plant growth. The event is hosted in partnership with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Denton County Master Gardener Association.

Food Lab Camp
2025-06-30 09:00 - 2025-07-03 12:00
Welcome to The Food Lab Summer Camp, where food meets science in the most explosive way possible! This summer, join us for an exciting journey into the world of chemical reactions and culinary experiments. You’ll get hands-on with everyday ingredients to uncover the science behind colorful food reactions, and so much more! From creating lemon invisible ink to making your own candy crystals, you’ll discover how food is the perfect science experiment in disguise. Learn the secrets of acids and bases, experiment with heat and cold, and watch your food transform before your eyes. With each experiment, you’ll become a food science genius, uncovering the surprising ways food can help us understand the world around us. Get ready to stir, shake, and mix up some scientific fun!

Non-member price: 90
Member Price: 100
Ages: 5-11 years
DATE: Mon.-Fri June 30th- July 3rd
TIME: 9 am- 12pm
LOCATION: Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
5800 I35 North, Denton, TX 76207

Closed 7/4
2025-07-04
We will be closed for the holiday.

Firework Fizz
2025-07-05 15:30 - 16:30 | Explorium Denton, 5800 I-35 N. Suite #214, Denton, TX, United States
Get ready for a boom-tastic time at our Fizzing Fireworks Chemistry Lab kids will dive into the world of science by creating their own explosive pop rocks potions that fizzle, crackle, and pop just like fireworks. With every reaction we’ll discover the magic of chemistry while celebrating the sparkle and sizzle all of the 4th of July. It’s a pop, fizz, and boom adventure you won’t want to miss!

Picasso's Playground
2025-07-07 09:00 - 2025-07-11 12:00
At our Picasso’s Playground, kids dive into the basics of art and explore a wide variety of 2D and 3D mediums! From drawing and painting to sculpting and clay modeling, campers will experiment with materials like acryllic, watercolor, plaster, and more. They’ll discover new techniques, build their artistic skills, and express themselves creatively. Whether they’re creating flat masterpieces or three-dimensional sculptures, it’s all about sparking imagination and having fun while learning the foundations of art!

Non-member price: 125
Member Price: 115
Ages: 5-11 years
DATE: Mon.-Fri July 7-11th
TIME: 9 am- 12pm
LOCATION: Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
5800 I35 North, Denton, TX 76207

Free Admission- Free Fun Friday
2025-07-11 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-01 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-05 15:00 - 17:00
Come have some Family Fun during Fun Friday!! Free admission for one 1 hr of play time from 3-5 P.M.
Reservations not required. If you would like to stay more than an hour, please come to the front desk and pay regular admission.

Food Lab Camp 2.0
2025-07-14 09:00 - 12:00
THIS A SECOND SESSION of the same camp earlier this summer.

Welcome to The Food Lab Summer Camp, where food meets science in the most explosive way possible! This summer, join us for an exciting journey into the world of chemical reactions and culinary experiments. You’ll get hands-on with everyday ingredients to uncover the science behind colorful food reactions, and so much more! From creating lemon invisible ink to making your own candy crystals, you’ll discover how food is the perfect science experiment in disguise. Learn the secrets of acids and bases, experiment with heat and cold, and watch your food transform before your eyes. With each experiment, you’ll become a food science genius, uncovering the surprising ways food can help us understand the world around us. Get ready to stir, shake, and mix up some scientific fun!

Non-member price: 90
Member Price: 100
Ages: 5-11 years
DATE: Mon.-Thurs July 14th-17th
TIME: 9 am- 12pm
LOCATION: Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
5800 I35 North, Denton, TX 76207

Bike & Blend: Smoothie Science
2025-07-19 11:00 - 12:00
Bike & Blend: Smoothie Science!Join Us for a Fun-Filled Day of Movement, Smoothies, and Science!
Hop on a special blender bike and use your energy to make your very own smoothie! As you pedal, you’ll see how your motion powers the blender — no electricity needed! This hands-on event is perfect for kids and families who want to get moving, learn something new, and enjoy a healthy treat.
During the event, we’ll have a short, fun science lesson just for all about kinetic energy — the energy of motion! We’ll explore questions like:
What is kinetic energy?
How does moving your legs make the blender spin?
How do we use kinetic energy every day?
After learning, you’ll put your knowledge into action by pedaling to blend up a delicious smoothie!

Included with Admission. Free for Members.

Future Coder Camp
2025-07-21 09:00 - 2025-07-25 12:00
Future Coders Camp,where creativity, innovation, and technology collide to ignite tomorrow’s tech innovators! Campers will dive into the exciting worlds of robotics and coding—building their own robots, coding interactive games, and exploring the endless possibilities of tech. Through hands-on activities, they’ll learn to program, problem-solve, and think like engineers, all while tackling challenges like robot races, coding puzzles, and designing tech-powered solutions. With a focus on teamwork and real-world skills, campers will unlock their inner genius and have a blast doing it! Get ready to shape the future through innovation and play!

Non-member price: 125
Member Price: 115
Ages: 7-11 years
DATE: Mon.-Fri July 21st-25th
TIME: 9 am- 12pm
LOCATION: Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
5800 I35 North, Denton, TX 76207

Parent's Night Out
2025-07-25 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-29 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-26 17:00 - 20:00
Parents, it’s time for a night off! Drop the kiddos off at Explorium for an evening of fun, play, and exploration while you enjoy some well-deserved time to yourself. We’ll keep the little ones entertained with hands-on activities, games, and creativity, so you can relax knowing they’re in good hands. Reserve your spot for a fun-filled night out!
Register here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/Pa4fyNfNplA_zpYB_ykVSA

The Sleuth Society Camp
2025-07-28 09:00 - 2025-08-01 12:00
Welcome to The Sleuth Society—the ultimate mystery-solving camp for young detectives! This summer, step into the world of clues, codes, and covert operations. Join a team of fellow sleuths and embark on thrilling adventures where you’ll crack codes, follow hidden clues, and solve mind-bending mysteries. From scavenger hunts to puzzle challenges, every day is packed with exciting investigations. Become an expert in fingerprint analysis, secret writing, and observation techniques while uncovering the secrets of the camp. Ready to unlock the mystery of the summer? Your detective journey starts here—solve the case and prove you’ve got what it takes to be a master sleuth!

Non-member price: 125
Member Price: 115
Ages: 5-11 years
DATE: Mon.-Fri July 28th- Aug 1st
TIME: 9 am- 12pm
LOCATION: Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
5800 I35 North, Denton, TX 76207

Smart Start Camp
2025-08-04 09:00 - 2025-08-08 12:00
Say goodbye to summer brain fog and hello to fresh beginnings at The Smart Start Camp!
This upbeat, back-to-school camp is all about getting kids excited and ready for the year ahead—without losing the fun of summer. Through a mix of hands-on activities, creative challenges, and team-based fun, campers will warm up their minds, reconnect with routines, and build confidence in a playful, supportive space. Whether they’re exploring new ideas or brushing off old skills, campers will head into the school year feeling energized, inspired, and ready to shine!
Non-member price: $125
Member Price: $115
Ages: 5-10 years old.
Date: Aug. 4th-8th
TIME: 9 am- 12 pm
LOCATION: Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
5800 I35 North, Denton, TX 76207

Through Their Eyes
2025-09-06 11:00 - 12:00
Experience a captivating journey of artistic expression through a shared painting session where you and your child paint one another.

Sensory Saturday
2025-09-13 09:00 - 10:00
2nd Saturday of every month.
We invite you to explore our museum during our exclusive event for children with sensory processing differences. Children with sensory friendly needs will have early access before the museum opens to avoid crowds and loud noises. We will alter light levels and display volumes for these visiting hours. Noise canceling headphones and fidget toys are available for use upon request.
We hope to see you at our next event! Registration is FREE and required. Reservations must be set at least one week in advance. Please reach out if you have any questions to info@exploriumdenton.org.

Brushstrokes and Beyond
2025-09-13 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for art in action, a unique event where talented artists showcase the techniques that make their work truly one-of-a-kind. Guests will have the opportunity to watch live demonstrations, ask questions, and gain insight into the creative process behind each piece. This interactive experience highlights the skill, passion, and innovation that bring art to life—offering inspiration for both aspiring creators and art appreciators alike.

Breakfast With Pablo
2025-09-19 10:00 - 10:30
Join us for breakfast time with Pablo the axolotl! Kids can watch him eat and ask our staff all their curious questions about this cool aquatic creature.

Breakfast With Pablo
2025-09-24 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-09-26 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-10-01 10:00 - 10:30
Start your morning with a splash at Breakfast with Pablo, our resident axolotl! Watch as Pablo enjoys his breakfast, and stick around for a fun and educational Q&A session with staff — and even “ask” Pablo your burning questions!
Learn all about this rare and fascinating aquatic creature, including how he eats, lives, and what makes axolotls so unique.
A perfect event for curious kids and animal lovers of all ages!Included with daily admission.

Toddler Takeover
2025-09-24 10:30 - 23:30, 2025-10-01 10:30 - 11:30
A special event designed just for our littlest visitors! Enjoy age-appropriate crafts that help build fine motor skills, plus explore our fun and engaging sensory bins.
It’s a morning full of hands-on play, learning, and discovery — perfect for toddlers!Included with daily admission.
