DuPage Children's Museum

Name: DuPage Children's Museum
Address: 301 N Washington Street, Naperville, IL, 60540, US
Telephone: (630) 637-8000
Price range: $$

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Explore, create, build, discover, wonder, think, play, and more – Every visit is an adventure! Explore, create, build, discover, wonder, think, play, and more!

Every visit is an adventure in fun and learning. DuPage Children’s Museum ignites the potential of all children to learn through hands-on exploration. The Museum is located in downtown Naperville, a quick walk from the Naperville Metra train station. Parking is free and the building is wheelchair accessible. For information about hours, Museum admission and membership packages, visit dupagechildrens.org or call 630.637.8000.

10/15/2026

What does Halloween look like at a children's museum? 🎃

A little slime. A few pumpkins. Some flying leaves. Lots of building. A dash of science. Music. Costumes. Creativity. And a whole lot of play. That's Pumpkin Palooza!

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 9:00am–2:00pm

Come celebrate Halloween with us, DCM-style! 👻
dupagechildrens.org/pumpkin-palooza/

Thank you to our Pumpkin Palooza Sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: Molex
Busey Bank; Ezee Fiber; Rose Pest Solutions; and City of Naperville Special Events & Community Arts
Partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

10/14/2026

BIG News! Santa is coming to DCM!

Merry Museum with Santa brings holiday magic, hands-on activities, crafts, cocoa, cookies, and more to DuPage Children’s Museum.

🧑‍🎄 Early Bird Discounts now thru Monday, November 2

Come for Santa, stay for the play!
dupagechildrens.org/merry-museum-santa/

10/13/2026

Join us Thursday, October 15 at 11:00am for one of Naperville Public Library’s spectacular Story Times at DCM. These interactive Story Times often feature puppets, songs, movement, and more!

📚 Story Times are included with Museum admission or membership.

🔎 See what other performances, special events, and story times are coming up through the Family Fun link in our bio.

This program is supported by the Ronald L McDaniel Foundation and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

10/12/2026

$5 fun? Yes, please. 🙌 Make Thursday your night to play! Admission to DCM is just $5 per person from 5–8pm on Thursdays in October. Save more than 75% off regular admission.

That's more building. More creating. More exploring. More playing. And way less spending.

dupagechildrens.org/thursday-late-nights/

📅 Oct. 15, 22 & 29
💲 $5 admission | 5-8pm | Members free

10/11/2026

Sometimes the best ideas come when kids are simply given the freedom to play. ✨ Come see where curiosity leads at the Museum.

10/09/2026

Get ready for festive fun, DCM style! 🎃Save the date for Pumpkin Palooza on Saturday, October 24 from 9am–2pm.

Come in costume and enjoy hands-on STEAM activities, creative making, music, science, and plenty of opportunities to play.

No tricks, no scares, and no candy. Just a joyful Halloween celebration made for curious kids and their grown-ups.

👻 Get Your Boo On!
dupagechildrens.org/pumpkin-palooza/

Thank you to our Pumpkin Palooza Sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: Molex
Busey Bank; Ezee Fiber Internet; Rose Pest Solutions; and City of Naperville Special Events & Community Arts

Partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

10/08/2026

We’re so excited to have Acharya Performing Arts Academy back at DCM for Tiny Great Performances on Saturday, October 10 at 11:00 & 11:45.

Experience the rich cultural heritage of Indian classical dance through graceful movements, rhythmic footwork, and expressive storytelling, as students take the stage to showcase their artistry.

🎶 Included with Museum admission or membership.

This program is supported by the Ronald L McDaniel Foundation and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

10/06/2026

Did you know school is out next Monday, October 12? DCM Day-Off Camp is a brand-new way to turn school-free days into full days of discovery, creativity, and fun.

Designed for kids in Grades K–3, each single-day camp combines STEAM challenges, hands-on making, open-ended exploration, Museum playtime, and plenty of opportunities to try something new alongside DCM educators and new friends.

📅 First camp: Monday, October 12
Indigenous Peoples’ Day/Columbus Day
🔎 Theme: DCM Detective Agency
⏰ 8:30am–4:00pm

Interested? Find the link in our stories!

10/05/2026

🚒 Join us Wednesday, October 7 at 10:00am for Story Time with the Naperville Fire Department.

Learn about fire safety, hear a story, and, if they're not out answering a call, get an up-close look at their firetruck!

🚨Included with Museum admission or membership.

Thank you to our sponsors: City of Naperville Special Events & Community Arts. This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

10/04/2026

Give kids room to stretch their thinking, test their ideas, and discover what they’re capable of. ✨ Come explore through play at the Museum!

🔍 Plan your visit today!

Address

301 N Washington Street
Naperville, IL
60540

Telephone

(630) 637-8000

Website

https://dupagechildrens.org/

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