January Kids Activities at Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
Looking for indoor kids activities in Huntersville this winter? 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.
January Theme: Outer Space: We’re reaching for the stars at Discovery Place Kids Huntersville! Join us as we explore the wonders of space. Kids will engineer rocket ships, explore different careers, learn about the solar system, and develop a story for an alien friend.
Special Programs
January 1 – January 5
Rocket Science: Join our Rocket Science experience and become an aerospace engineer for a day! Guests of all ages will design and build their own rockets using recycled materials while exploring the engineering design process.
- Story time | 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. | Where Is the Rocket? by Harriet Ziefert
January 6 – January 11
Careers in Space: Do you have what it takes to become an astronaut? Join us for a hands-on program where you’ll complete physical exercises, test your skills with space-themed tasks, and experience the challenges of working in astronaut gear! Get ready to train like space explorers!
- Story time | 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. | If I Were an Astronaut by Eric Braun
January 14 – January 19
Planets & Stars: Get ready to explore the night sky! At Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville, we’re diving into the wonders of the planets and stars in our solar system. Children will use everyday materials to craft their own constellation tubes, bringing the magic of the cosmos to life and discovering constellations all around us.
- Story time 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. | Our Solar System! A Stellar Neighborhood by Stacy McAnulty
January 20 – January 31
Alien Life: Roll the dice and create your own alien! Discover what your alien looks like, the planet it calls home, and the unique traits it will inherit, all determined by the roll of the dice. Let your imagination take off on this intergalactic adventure!
Story time | 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m. | The Way Back Home by Oliver Jeffers
