October Kids Activities at Discovery Place Kids – Rockingham

Looking for indoor kids activities in Rockingham this fall? Discovery Place Kids – Rockingham is the perfect place for families to explore, play, and learn together. From science shows to story time, every visit is filled with hands-on fun for kids of all ages.

All museum events and activities are free with admission.

October Theme: Spooky Science: This month, our children’s museum in Rockingham NC is diving into the creepy, crawly, and mysterious side of nature! From eerie plants that trap their prey to nocturnal creatures that come alive after dark, kids will explore the strange and spooky wonders of the natural world.

Special Programs

October 1 – October 6

Scales and Tails
Slither into the scaly world of snakes! Learn why snakes shed their skin, how they grow, and what makes them such important creatures in nature.

October 7 – October 13

Sounds of the Night
When the sun goes down, nature comes alive! Explore the calls, hoots, and squeaks of nocturnal animals and discover how creatures communicate in the dark.

October 14 – October 20

Trap-tastic Engineering
Plants that eat bugs? Gross! Put your engineering skills to the test by designing and building your own bug-trapping contraption inspired by Venus flytraps.

October 21 – October 27

The Secret Life of Slime
Is it an animal, plant, or something else entirely? Discover the weird world of slime mold and make your own oozy slime to explore how this shape-shifting organism survives.

October 27 – October 31

Wizards at Work
Mix, bubble, and fizz your way through exciting chemical reactions as we create potions in a cauldron. Science or magic? You decide!