Jump into the fun of fall at our Autumn Fling!

Play harvest-themed games, meet and greet friendly animals, and get creative with hands-on crafts. From pumpkins to playful projects, there’s something for kids (and kids at heart!) to enjoy. Celebrate the magic of autumn with laughter, color, and community cheer!

Timeline: 

All Day 

DJ Rhino spinning in the Engelhard Court

Inflatable Hay Maze in the Court

Arts and crafts throughout the Museum

Carnival fun and games

Curious George: A Halloween Boo Fest screening in the Billy Johnson Auditorium

12 – 3 pm Pumpkin Carving Demonstrations out front of the Museum with Jeff Brown

Jeff Brown has been a professional pumpkin carver for over 15 years, and was on Season 8 of the Food Network TV show, Halloween Wars. He is also a snow carver and has won multiple awards with his team at the US Snow Sculpting Championships. @versionthirst

12 – 4 pm Enjoy the petting zoo with Backyard Buddies out front of the Museum

3 pm  The Case of the Missing Candy puppet show

It’s a spooky Halloween puppet show with fun for everyone! When Red’s Halloween candy goes missing, only one detective is clever enough, brave enough, and smart enough to solve the case – Mystery Max! Join Max on a wild adventure to find Red’s missing candy. Along the way we’ll meet crazy characters, make new friends, sing songs and find clues. Whodunit? Themes in this story include resolving conflict, persisting through challenges, engaging in conversation and identifying and expressing emotions appropriately.

The main entrance of the Museum is open during construction. Please use the main doors to enter this event.