May Kids Activities at Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
Looking for indoor kids activities in Huntersville this month? Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville 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.
May Theme: Healthy Heroes: What is your superpower? Uncover your superpower this month at Discovery Place Kids. From superheroes to supervillains, we are exploring all aspects of health to level up both mentally and physically. Throughout the month, your superhero (or villain) will have the chance to train like a superhero, strengthen their minds, explore their super senses and expose the secrets of real life “villains” aka germs. Suit up and get ready to assemble your best self!
Special Programs
May 1 – May 11
Super Strength: May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month and to celebrate we are going to train like superheroes. Step into your story to take on an exciting fitness challenge to build strength, agility, and endurance. This is your chance to discover how powerful you can be!
- Story time in Fitness | 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m | Ten Rules of Being a Superhero by Deb Pilutti
May 12 – May 18
Super Minds: May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we are doing an activity for a mindful moment! We are going to make sensory power wands with different textures because even superheroes need a peaceful moment. After you complete it, give your power wand a shake to see the colors, watch the charms move and take a deep, calming breath.
- Story time in I Can Create | 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m | Even Superheroes Have Bad Days by Shelly Becker
May 19 – May 25
Super Senses: Super Senses are here to save the day! Join us this week to explore the five senses and how we use them every day. Test your super smell to try and tell the difference between two scents and sort different items to see how they connect to each of the five senses.
- Story time in I can Build | 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. | Super Senses Save the Day! A Story About the Five Senses by Irene Kilpatrick
May 26 – May 31
Super Villains: Ever wanted to learn about super villains? Well, this week at DPKH we are going to meet real life villains called Germs! During the activity, we will learn how germs spread, how they affect our bodies, and ways to stay healthy! Then you’ll get to create your own germ supervillain.
- Story time in the Dr’s Office | 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. | Sick Simon by Dan Krall
