A Night at the Brewseum 2026
April 10th
🍻 Join us on Friday, April 10th for our annual A Night at the Brewseum! 🍻
You’ll play like a kid and drink like a local at Great Explorations 💜 while enjoying craft beer tastings from local breweries, live music, opportunity drawings, & more! Guests will also have fun competing against friends in the EX Games, a series of minute-to-win-it games, for the chance to win prizes.
We sincerely thank you for supporting out-of-school learning for children in our community, and for supporting Great Explorations, where the kids of Tampa Bay come to learn and play!
🎟️ Tickets include admission to the party, a souvenir cup, the full tasting experience, and unlimited game play.
Drink like a local, Play like a kid! 🌟
STEAM Summer Camp
Starting June 4th
Get ready for a summer full of hands-on exploration, creativity, and fun! 🤩
Each week features a new theme packed with interactive activities, experiments, and exciting discoveries designed to spark curiosity and inspire young minds. 🧪🎨
April Monthly Reciprocal
The Ringling
Great Ex members, this one’s for you! 🎉
For the entire month of April, members can explore the magic of The Ringling! 🎪✨
Stroll through beautiful gardens 🌿, marvel at incredible art 🎨, and discover the wonders of the circus under the big top. There’s so much to see and explore—so make sure to take advantage of this special member perk before it’s gone!
Note: Ca’ d’Zan is not included with this ticket.
Check out our membership page for more info.
Parents Night Out
April 3rd
Calling All Parents! 🎉
Enjoy a well-deserved night off while your child has an unforgettable evening at Great Explorations! From exciting exhibit exploration and games to movie time and dinner, your little one is in for a night of fun and adventure.
When: April 3rd (Register by April 1st)
Who: Ages 4-9 (Must be in VPK–5th Grade)
Where: Great Explorations, 1925 4th St N, St. Pete
Cost: $40 per child
🌟 To secure your spot please use this link to register.
Make it a night they won’t forget! ✨
Planetarium Monday
April 6th
🪐 Attention space explorers! 💫
March Planetarium Monday is launching on April 6th!
With fresh topics every month and multiple stellar shows scheduled throughout the day, there’s no limit to what we can explore.
Come journey through the cosmos with us! 🚀
🎟️ Included with admission.
Great Connections: A Free Program for Families with Children on the Autism Spectrum or with Sensory Processing Differences
April 12th
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Great Explorations Children’s Museum
✨ Join us for April Great Connections! ✨
Enjoy the museum with fewer crowds, dimmed overhead lighting, and soft, calming music throughout the space 🎶
Need a break? Our cool-down room will be available for anyone who needs a quiet moment 🧸
We can’t wait to welcome you for a relaxed, inclusive, and joyful museum experience 🌟
A heartfelt thank you to Guardian Trust and Community Foundation of Tampa Bay for their generous support in making this special gathering possible. 💜
Earth Day
April 22nd
Celebrate our amazing planet at Great Explorations this Earth Day! 🌎
Join us for a day full of hands-on discovery, where little explorers can get up close with fascinating animal encounters, dive into fun and messy earth science experiments, and learn how to care for the world around them through play.
Be sure to stick around for a special Earth Day treat at 11:30 am, where we’ll be serving up delicious (and a little bit silly) dirt pudding!
It’s the perfect opportunity for families to explore, learn, and celebrate the beauty of our Earth together.
World Veterinary Day
April 26th
🐾 Celebrate World Veterinary Day at Great Explorations! 🐾
Join us on April 26 from 1–3 pm for a special visit from our very own veterinarian, Dr. Learning. 🌟 He’s the caring expert behind the scenes who helps keep all of our animal friends happy and healthy, and now he’s stopping by to share his world with you! Dr. Learning is also part of the team at St. Pete Downtown Vet, where he provides compassionate care to pets throughout our community. Learn more about his practice here: https://stpetedowntownvet.com/
During this interactive experience, guests will have the chance to meet Dr. Learning, hear some of his favorite stories from working with animals, and learn what it takes to care for creatures big and small. From checkups to surprises, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the important role veterinarians play in keeping animals thriving.🐶🐱
It’s a fun and educational afternoon perfect for curious kids and animal lovers alike. Come explore, ask questions, and discover what it means to be a real-life animal hero! 💜
National Therapy Animal Day
April 30th
Celebrate National Therapy Animal Day at Great Explorations with Paws For Friendship! 🐾💜
This special day is all about learning how animals help people in incredible ways.✨ Our friends from Paws For Friendship will be here to introduce visitors to therapy and service animals, share how they provide comfort and support, and explain the important work they do in our communities. 🦮
This is a wonderful opportunity for children and families to explore the world of animal-assisted therapy and discover the amazing bond between humans and animals. ❤️🐾
Join us for a day of learning, fun, and furry friends, included with museum admission! 🎉
In the Spotlight
St.Pete-Clearwater International Airport
We’re feeling sky-high gratitude for our exhibit sponsor, St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)! ✈️💙
Thanks to their support, our Let’s Go Easy exhibit is fueling big imaginations and even bigger builds. With LEGO, DUPLO, and Technic bricks galore, guests can create everything from bustling cityscapes to high-flying runway adventures. It’s the perfect space to design, play, and let creativity take off. ✨
We also want to give a huge congratulations to Mark Sprague on his new role as Director of PIE! With 25 years in aviation and a strong history of leadership at the airport, we’re excited to see him guide PIE into its next chapter of growth and innovation.
Thank you, PIE, for helping us inspire play, creativity, and exploration every day—we couldn’t do it without you!
Community Survey
At Great Explorations Children’s Museum, our community shapes everything we do. 💜
We’re inviting you to complete our Community Survey to help us better understand and serve the families who walk through our doors every day. Your feedback helps guide programming, access initiatives, and future growth.
The survey takes less than 5 minutes, and all responses are anonymous and confidential.
Thank you for helping us build a museum where every child feels seen, welcomed, and inspired. 🌟
Planet Peek-A-Boo: Magical Hat Show
April 17th at Sunken Gardens
Don’t miss the final show of the season! 🌸
Join Lillaquin for the Planet Peek-A-Boo: Magical Hat Show on April 17th at 11:00 AM at Sunken Gardens.
During the show, we’ll be exploring tropical birds, frogs, and we’ll enjoy a special visit from our friends, the Raindrop Kids. Come sing along and learn something new as we’re “Peekin’ into Learning!”
Best of all, admission is free with your Great Explorations membership.
Come be part of the Peek-A-Boo crew! ✨🎩
Explorers’ Circle
Giving Program
Join the Explorers’ Circle today by pledging an ongoing monthly donation to Great Explorations Children’s Museum!
Donations like these help give students and families access to a world of creativity and knowledge.
