Play It Forward Annual Fundraiser
August 7, 2025 | 21+ Event

Join us under the Big Top for Play It Forward—SPARK’s carnival-themed fundraiser where grown-ups get to play for a cause! Enjoy complimentary food trucks, nostalgic carnival games, a lively cash bar, photo booth, and a chance to win prizes from amazing local businesses.

❤️ Grandparents Play FREE

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Grandparents Play Free Day – Every Tuesday, grandparents enjoy free admission to SPARK, thanks to the generous support of the Astrup Family Foundation, Sterling Pharmacy, and Carl & Verna Schmidt. […]

✨ Coping Copilots

✨ Coping Copilots

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Join us for Coping Copilots, a special program designed to help kids build emotional resilience through fun, interactive activities! 🌟 Led by experts, this engaging session fosters social-emotional learning in […]

Member Morning

Member Morning

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Member Morning – Every Wednesday from 9:00–10:00 AM, SPARK members enjoy an exclusive, quieter play hour before the museum opens to the public. It's a special perk designed for a […]

🧒 Toddler Thursdays

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Bring your littlest learners to SPARK every Thursday for a day full of playing, learning, and discovering together! The Tot Spot will be available all day in the Imagination Station. […]

🎶 Healing Rhythms

🎶 Healing Rhythms

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Join Healing Rhythms Music Therapy for an engaging and interactive session where kids can explore music, movement, and mindfulness! 🌟 Led by board-certified music therapists, this program encourages self-expression, emotional […]

🧑‍🔬 STEM Friday

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

STEM Friday at SPARK is a hands-on, interactive program every Friday from 11:00–11:30 AM, featuring a new STEM-based activity each week. Join us for exciting experiments, creative challenges, and discoveries […]

🧘 Family Yoga

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Family Yoga – Every Saturday from 11:30 AM–12:00 PM, join us for a fun and relaxing yoga session led by a local instructor. This family-friendly class encourages movement, mindfulness, and […]

❤️ Grandparents Play FREE

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Grandparents Play Free Day – Every Tuesday, grandparents enjoy free admission to SPARK, thanks to the generous support of the Astrup Family Foundation, Sterling Pharmacy, and Carl & Verna Schmidt. […]

🐕 Bernie the Therapy Dog

🐕 Bernie the Therapy Dog

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Come cuddle up with Bernie, a friendly and lovable Golden Doodle and registered therapy dog with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs! 🐶💛 Alongside his trainer, Tim, Bernie brings comfort, joy, […]

Discovery Play

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Creating a safe space for all families in the community. ✨ Discovery Play nights are a time for our families to have a less crowded environment, with light and sound […]

Member Morning

Member Morning

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Member Morning – Every Wednesday from 9:00–10:00 AM, SPARK members enjoy an exclusive, quieter play hour before the museum opens to the public. It's a special perk designed for a […]

🐰 Miss Angie’s Place

🐰 Miss Angie’s Place

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Join Miss Angie’s Place at SPARK!🌿🎨📚 This interactive session encourages creativity, self-expression, and connection through Art, Nature, Education, and Well-Being—creating an inclusive and welcoming space for all. She might also […]

🧒 Toddler Thursdays

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Bring your littlest learners to SPARK every Thursday for a day full of playing, learning, and discovering together! The Tot Spot will be available all day in the Imagination Station. […]

💃 Just for Kix

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Get ready to move, groove, and have fun with Just for Kix at SPARK! 🌟 This high-energy program introduces kids to the joy of dance through music, movement, and creative […]

🧑‍🔬 STEM Friday

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

STEM Friday at SPARK is a hands-on, interactive program every Friday from 11:00–11:30 AM, featuring a new STEM-based activity each week. Join us for exciting experiments, creative challenges, and discoveries […]

🧘 Family Yoga

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Family Yoga – Every Saturday from 11:30 AM–12:00 PM, join us for a fun and relaxing yoga session led by a local instructor. This family-friendly class encourages movement, mindfulness, and […]

🤘 Sign Language Story Time

🤘 Sign Language Story Time

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Join us for Sign Language Story Time with Traci from Circle of Friends Signing School! 📖✨ Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and fun while learning basic ASL signs. 📅 Every 1st […]

❤️ Grandparents Play FREE

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Grandparents Play Free Day – Every Tuesday, grandparents enjoy free admission to SPARK, thanks to the generous support of the Astrup Family Foundation, Sterling Pharmacy, and Carl & Verna Schmidt. […]

✨ Coping Copilots

✨ Coping Copilots

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Join us for Coping Copilots, a special program designed to help kids build emotional resilience through fun, interactive activities! 🌟 Led by experts, this engaging session fosters social-emotional learning in […]

Member Morning

Member Morning

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Member Morning – Every Wednesday from 9:00–10:00 AM, SPARK members enjoy an exclusive, quieter play hour before the museum opens to the public. It's a special perk designed for a […]