February Kids Activities at Discovery Place Kids – Rockingham
Looking for indoor kids activities in Rockingham this winter? 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.
February Theme: Winter Olympics & Black History Month: This month we are celebrating the spirit of the Olympics while honoring Black History Month. Through inspiring stories of trailblazing athletes, children will learn about teamwork, determination, healthy bodies, and believing in themselves. Each week we will connect movement, creativity, and real-life role models, encouraging kids to dream big, try new things, and discover the power of hard work and resilience. Plus, our museum will have an Olympic challenge competition to complete all around the museum.
Click here to view our Olympics themed activities:
Here’s What Else is Happening in February:
Special Programs
Valentine’s Day (all day) | February 14, 2026
Love is in the air- and so are paper hearts! Join us at the Art Studio where kids will design and build their own paper heart structures using simple materials, testing how tall or strong their creations can be.
Messy Member Morning | February 17, 2026 | During Member Hour: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Ring in the Lunar New Year with art and creativity! During this special member morning, kids will paint and decorate their own festive fans inspired by Lunar New Year traditions.
Lunar New Year (all day) | February 17, 2026
Celebrate Lunar New Year with color, creativity, and tradition in our Art Studio! Kids will make their own paper lanterns while learning how lanterns are used to welcome good luck, happiness, and new beginnings!
All Month Long
Winter Olympics Challenge
Let the games begin! Kids will take on our Winter Olympics Challenge by completing fun tasks throughout the museum. Each challenge tests movement, creativity, or problem-solving, and every participant will finish as a champion by earning a gold medal!
Puppet Show
February Show: Tortoise and the Hare: A classic race with a twist! The Tortoise and the Hare face off, but soon some familiar storybook friends jump in, turning the race into a wild, funny adventure!
Science Show | Every Day 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Join us at the Science Lab all month for science experiments.
Story Time | Sundays at 1:30 p.m.
Join us for story time as we read some of our favorites:
- How to Brush Your Teeth with Snappy Croc by Jane Clarke
- Olympig! By Victoria Jamieson
- The Busy Body Book by Lizzy Rockwell
- Yes, I can! The Story of the Jamaican Bobsled Team by Devon Harris
Big Fun | Every Day 11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.
Big Fun is where YOU are the star of the show! Children and adults are invited to move and groove to three of our favorite songs. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for this daily dance party!
