July Kids Activities at Discovery Place Kids – Rockingham

Looking for indoor kids activities in Rockingham this month? 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.

July Theme: Under the Sea: 
Get ready to dive deep into discovery with an Under the Sea month, a journey through the seas and the fascinating life within. This month we will explore different aspects of the sea, from the creatures that crawl along the ocean floor to the mysteries of the deep sea. Through movement, engineering challenges, and sensory exploration, children will engage with themes of marine biology, physical activity, ocean science, and imaginative play!  

Click here to view Under the Sea themed activities:

Here’s What Else is Happening in July:

Special Events 

July 5 | Sensory Friendly Hours | 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Join us during our Sensory friendly hours. 

July 15 | Messy Member Morning | During Member Hour: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Beach Erosion Adventure: Become an ocean scientist and discover how waves can change a beach! Build your own sandy shoreline with rocks and shells, then create waves to watch how water moves sand and reshapes the coast. Can you find a way to protect your beach from the power of the ocean? Dive in and investigate! 🌊🔎🐚 

All Month Long 

Puppet Show | Wednesdays & Saturdays at 3:30 p.m.
July Show: Circus of the Stars: Step right up for Circus of the Stars! When the ringmaster catches a cold, Bobo the clown is thrown into the spotlight and must lead the whole show! 

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:  

• Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister                                           
• The Pout Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen
• Way Down Deep in the Deep Blue Sea by Jan Peck
• There was an Old Lady who Swallowed a Shell! By Lucille Colandro
• Ocean Lullaby by Laura McGee Kvasnosky 

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!