October 28 – October 31
Children’s Museum of Manhattan
212 W 83rd St, New York, New York 10024
Explore the magical side of Halloween; is it a trick or a treat? Learn the science and secrets behind illusions, explore the science of sound with The Little Rockers Band and if you’re lucky, perhaps Justin the Magician will share some of his secret tricks. All this and more when you join our weekend Halloween celebration and Halloween day activities.
Halloween Rocks! With The Little Rockers Band
The Little Rockers Band brings their interactive rock show to CMOM with a (not too) spooky selection of songs to celebrate their favorite holiday of the year. They’ll perform some favorites as well as some Halloween classics that will have everyone dancing, singing and playing along with the band.
Saturday, October 28 | 2 & 3pm| All ages | Drop-in
Justin the Magician
Join Justin the Magician for a spooky-goodtime! Discover funny and unexpected surprises during this Halloween-inspired magic show!
Sunday, October 29 | 2 & 3pm | All ages | Ticketed**
Musical Halloween Costume Parade and Dance Party
Show off your Halloween costume by joining a parade around the entire Museum. Join us at the end of the parade for a Halloween dance party in our newest exhibit, Let’s Dance!
Saturday-Sunday & Tuesday, October 28-29 & 31| 11am & 4pm | All ages
Wacky Witches: Halloween Creatures
Halloween is known for finding wizards, witches and creatures roaming through the night! Create your own wacky creature to scare off the ghosts, ghouls and goblins!
Saturday-Sunday & Tuesday, October 28-29 & 31 | 10am & 1pm | Ages 5 & younger | Drop-in
Illuminating Illusions
Explore the science behind the magic! Find out how the world’s most famous magicians trick you into believing the unbelievable.
Saturday & Sunday, October 28 & 29| 11am, 12, 2, 3 and 4pm| Ages 6 & older| Sign-up*
Tuesday, October 31| 11am, 12, 2, 3 and 4pm| Ages 6 & older| Sign-up*
Magical Halloween S.T.E.A.M Lab
Explore a variety of science experiments, like making a toy ghost that actually floats on its own or making a jack-o-lantern face magically appear on a pumpkin!
Saturday-Sunday & Tuesday, October 28-29 & 31 | 3pm | Ages & younger | Drop-in