From special guests to seasonal events, our calendar helps you plan your next visit with creativity, discovery, and fun. Check back often, there’s always something new to explore!
October gets a playful twist as kids experiment, create, and channel their inner mad scientist through hands-on STEAM fun, not-so-spooky storytimes, and live science-inspired performances.
Enjoy bewitching bubbles with a show from Blaise Ryndes, a 4x Guinness World Record holder as seen on America’s Got Talent! Blaise creates a fusion of art, science, and magic […]
Mad Science of Greater Tampa Bay is ready to bring its spooky science experiments to you! During their 30-minute show, you can witness chemical reactions, dry ice fun, flash paper […]
An Inclusive Morning for Families of All AbilitiesSunshine Sunday is a monthly sensory-friendly experience designed for children with sensory sensitivities and their families. During this time, guests can explore the Museum with lights and sounds turned down, additional supports available, and a calmer overall environment.
Step into a gingerbread-inspired winter wonderland where families design, build, and add their creations to a growing village made from recycled materials, all included with admission.
Mayor Jane Castor will be reading Tampa Bay Baby, a new book by author Emily Sanders Stickle! Emily's new book is all about the sunny skies and salty tides, and exploring Tampa Bay through a little one's eyes.
At GCM, your little learners imagine, discover, and connect to the world around them. Register your kids to play with purpose and embrace curiosity at Camp Imagination! These single-day camps are there for you on those pesky days off from school that don’t match up with your work calendar.
More info about the Felt Ornament Workshop coming soon!
Experience a 20-minute performance of select scenes from The Nutcracker ballet from our friends at Tampa City Ballet and then stick around to meet the dancers after the show!
Santa is coming to town, and he's making an early stop at GCM! Have an opportunity to meet Santa, and even play a bit together, while he visits us at the museum. Santa will join us for storytime in the morning, followed by a craft!
Time for sensory-friendly fun with Santa! Have an opportunity to meet Santa and even play a bit together during a low-sensory-input morning. This Santa Meet & Greet takes place during our monthly Sunshine Sunday event.
Santa is coming to town, and he’s making an early stop at GCM! Have an opportunity to meet Santa, and even play a bit together, while he visits us at […]