Family & Kids events

The Whaling Museum and Education Center presents Seaside Crafts

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 12:00 PM—12:30 PM · Taunton, MA

Join us every day at 12:00 PM for a Guided Highlight Tour of the Old Colony History Museum! In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover fascinating stories, meet…

Animal Walkabout (Stage/Green Space)

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 12:00 PM—12:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Animal Walkabout: Daily at 12:00 pm – 12:15 pm Join us for the Animal Walkabout at the Alabama Gulf…

Science Discovery

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 12:30 PM—1:00 PM · Worcester, MA

Want more interactive science? Catch our free, daily, educator-led Science Discovery programs. You might engineer a tower, meet an animal, concoct a potion,…

First Saturday Tour (January)

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 1:00 PM—1:30 PM · Minneapolis, MN

Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a free tour of our studios.

Family Highlights Tours

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 1:00 PM—2:00 PM · Orlando, FL

This docent-led tour provides opportunities for meaningful conversations with your entire family. Follow along with a docent as they take you from gallery to…

Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase

Fri, Jan 1, 2027 • 1:30 PM—4:00 PM · Pasadena, CA

Floatfest: A Rose Parade Showcase, is open on January 1, 2, and 3. This 2-mile display features Rose Parade floats after their appearance on the parade route.…

Training Tales

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 1:45 PM—2:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Training Tales: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, & Sundays 1:45 pm – 2:15 pm Welcome to “Training…

Aviary Chat

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 1:45 PM—2:00 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Aviary Chat: Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm (Mondays and Saturdays begin…

Artist Of the Month: Alana Rivera

Fri, Jan 1, 2027 • 2:30 PM—3:30 PM · Nyack, NY

Barn Chat

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 2:45 PM—3:00 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Barn Chat: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays at 2:45 pm – 3:00 pm Join us for the Barn Chat…

Quarantids Meteor Shower Watch

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 6:30 PM—11:00 PM · Carson City, NV

Join Jack C Davis Observatory and Western Nevada College to watch the annual Quarantids Meteor Shower. Bring your lawn chair and blanket.

Jackson Cavalier

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 7:00 PM—10:00 PM · Fairport, NY

Bubblemania!

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 · Stamford, CT

BubbleMania Live at The Palace Stamford | 1/3/27 | Tickets are on sale now!

Stage Presentation (Event Center)

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 12:15 AM—12:30 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

Stage Presentation: Daily at 12:15 pm – 12:30 pm Join us for our exciting Stage Presentation at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo! This interactive program brings you…

WEEKEND BREAKFAST

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 8:30 AM—11:00 AM · Riviera Beach, FL

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The Nissen Carousel at Mill River Park

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 9:00 AM—5:00 PM · Stamford, CT

The Brownstein | Selkowitz Carousel will be open from 9 – 5pm. Carousel rides are $2 or a multi ride 6 rides for $10 pass is available. The Rich Pantry will be…

South American Adventure Bird Chat

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 9:15 AM—9:30 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Bird Chat: Daily 9:15 am – 9:30 am at South American Adventure. Experience the Alabama Gulf Coast…

Free Family Sunday

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 9:30 AM—5:00 PM · New Orleans, LA

The first Sunday of every month Longue Vue welcomes Louisiana Residents for free gardens admission and discounted house tours. Regular gardens admissions and…

Goat Agility Training

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 10:00 AM—10:15 AM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Goat Agility Training: Sundays and Saturdays 10:00 am – 10:15 am. Get ready for some fun at the…

Bank of America “Museums on Us” Weekend

Sat, Jan 2, 2027 • 10:00 AM—5:00 PM · Tampa, FL

We’ve partnered with Bank of America to bring you Museums on Us. For the first weekend of every month, active Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America…

Brunchin' at the HOFF | Every Sunday

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 10:00 AM—2:00 PM · Olathe, KS

🥂 Brunchin' at the HOFF 🥂 Sundays are made for brunch! Join us EVERY Sunday from 10AM–2PM for a delicious brunch experience at Hometown Olathe Family Farm.…

The Whaling Museum presents Hidden Hearts Scavenger Hunt

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All Through February | Kids & Families Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM Find the hidden hearts and snag a prize! Included with admission.

The Whaling Museum presents Pot O’ Gold Scavenger Hunt

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

March During Gallery Hours | 11AM-4PM | Kids & Families Do you feel lucky? Spot the hidden gold tokens around the museum. Then try your luck and spin our wheel…

The Whaling Museum presents Robert & Roberta Appreciation Month

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

All March | Gallery Hours Robert & Roberta Celebration The museum is turning 90! This month, we offer free admission for anyone named Robert or Roberta in…

The Whaling Museum presents Ocean Egg Scavenger Hunt

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All Through April | Kids & Families Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM Hunt for baby marine animal eggs hidden around the museum gallery. Find them all to win an egg…

The Whaling Museum presents Find the Mayflowers!

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All May During Gallery Hours | 11AM-4PM | Kids & Families Thar she blooms! Track down hidden florals in the gallery. Find them all to claim your prize!…

The Whaling Museum presents Rainbow Scavenger Hunt

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Huntington, NY

All Through April | Kids & Families Gallery Hours 11AM – 4PM Hunt for baby marine animal eggs hidden around the museum gallery. Find them all to win an egg…

The Whaling Museum presents Museum Adventure Activity: Secrets & Spies

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 11:00 AM—4:00 PM · Cold Spring Harbor, NY

July – August | Kids 7+ Drop In During Gallery Hours 11:00 – 4:00PM Join the fight for independence as you follow in the footsteps of the daring Long Island…

Camel Chat

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 • 11:00 AM—11:15 AM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Camel Chat: Sundays at 11:00 am – 11:15 am. Embark on a journey through the desert with the “Camel…

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