Our Programs
Upcoming Weekly Programs at the North Shore Children’s Museum
We are pleased to offer many weekly programs and special events throughout the month. With the help of our wonderful, creative partners and support from donors, the majority of our programs are free with the purchase of admission. Upcoming events are listed below. If you have any specific questions about events please reach out to NSCMinfo@peabody-ma.gov.
Marblehead Free Days!
Saturday, May 16: 9am-12pm, 12pm-2pm, & 2pm-4pm
Sunday, May 17: 12pm-2pm & 2pm-4pm
Marblehead residents can enjoy free admission to the museum on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17!
With the generous support of Marblehead Cultural Council, we are excited to offer free admission days for Marblehead Residents. Tickets may be reserved online in advance or in person. Get your tickets now!
Guests must be prepared to show proof of Marblehead residency at the door.
**Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last
Saugus Free Days!
Saturday, May 30: 9am-12pm, 12pm-2pm, & 2pm-4pm
Sunday, May 31: 12pm-2pm & 2pm-4pm
Saugus residents can enjoy free admission to the museum on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31!
With the generous support of Saugus Cultural Council, we are excited to offer free admission days for Saugus Residents. Tickets may be reserved online in advance or in person. Get your tickets now!
Guests must be prepared to show proof of Saugus residency at the door.
**Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last
Upcoming Programs – Week of April 13th, 2026
Wed 4/15: Build whatever your imagination dreams up in this open-ended LEGO free-build extravaganza. Towers, vehicles, creatures, or total masterpieces – if you can imagine it, you can build it in LEGO-palooza!
Fri 4/17: Join Miss Shelley for Kids Yoga this Friday at 10AM. Take some time during this busy week to breathe and move your body.
Sat 4/18: Join us for a Low Sensory Play Session, featuring a calmer, more relaxed museum environment! During this special play time, we reduce noise levels, limit crowd size, and adjust stimulation to support children who may benefit from a quieter experience.
Sun 4/19: Get ready for hands-on, ooey-gooey MESSY science as you mix, squeeze, and explore! *wear clothes you don’t mind getting MESSY!
Mon 4/20 & Tues 4/21: Happy Spring Break! We are OPEN on Monday, April 20 and Tuesday, April 21 for a full week of spring fun!
Children’s programs are free with admission to the coinciding play session unless otherwise designated. Tickets are subject to availability.
Upcoming Programs – Week of April 20th, 2026
Mon 4/20 & Tues 4/21: Happy Spring Break! As a reminder, we are OPEN on Monday, April 20 and Tuesday, April 21 for a full week of spring fun!
Wed 4/22: We’re partnering with Create & Escape to bring you this fun-filled crafting workshop! Join us on Wednesday, April 22nd at 10am to build and paint wooden flowers – a perfect craft for the springtime!
Thurs 4/23: Join us for Art Adventures with Pam! This week, we’re heading over to Niagara Falls to relax with some beautiful waterfalls.
Fri 4/24: Join InclYOUsion Sports coaches here at NSCM at 10AM for a fun sports program. Inclyousion Sports provides inclusive sports enrichment programs to children in Massachusetts, using innovative behavioral methods to teach sports, fitness, and social skills.
Sat 4/25: Ahoy, mateys! Embrace your inner pirate with Rachel Skullcap: Lady Pirate! Join us on Saturday, April 25th at 10am for an adventure to remember!
Sun 4/26: Join us in the back party room anytime between 2PM and 4PM on Sunday to try your hand at Lego Challenge! There will also be time for free building. Guests who attempt the challenge will get a Lego themed sticker to take home.
Children’s programs are free with admission to the coinciding play session unless otherwise designated. Tickets are subject to availability.