Food Explorations
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September 16, 2025
This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Check out a list of our upcoming events below!
Members-Only Preview Night: The Amazing Castle
Friday, September 19: 5:00 – 7:00pm
Members are invited to check out our upcoming traveling exhibit, The Amazing Castle™, before it opens to the public! Enjoy some exclusive, afterhours playtime while being among the firsts to explore the new exhibit. In honor of Member Appreciation Month, this event is free and only open to BFK members.
Not a member? Feel free to become a member here or join us for our public opening day on September 21!
Register Here
Rhythms of the World
(Free Day)
Saturday, September 20: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Join us for Rhythms of the World Free Day and enjoy a celebration of multicultural music and dance from around the world! Admission will be free for everyone from 9am – 4pm.
No pre-registration is required.
Night at the Castle
October 4 – 5 | 5:00pm – 7:00am
We bid thee welcome to Night at the Castle, an overnight lock-in event in honor of The Amazing Castle™ traveling exhibit! Embark on an immersive journey to The Amazing Castle followed by a slumber within our museum walls. The evening shall commence with a hearty supper and a bounty of merry pastimes, including a quest for dragon eggs, telling tales, brewing potions, castle-building contests, and more. When the revels have ended, you can choose a cozy spot to sleep in the museum and retire for the night!
This event costs $15 for members and $25 for non-members.
Register Here
PJ Party with Llama Llama
Friday, October 10: 5:00 – 7:00pm
Llama Llama is coming to the BFK for a PJ party! Wear your favorite PJs, and join us for after-hours playtime, themed activities, storytimes, pizza, and lots of opportunities to meet Llama Llama in his red pajamas! This event is sponsored by Festival Foods and costs $5 for members and $15 for non-members.
Sensory-Friendly Option: Designed for families in the autism community, we also have a sensory friendly option to meet Llama Llama on Wednesday, October 8. This event is free for families in the autism community.
Register to meet Llama Llama here!
Activities & Events Calendar
For a more comprehensive list of what’s going on daily at the BFK, check out the below calendar. Here you can find details about all of our upcoming events, available programs, and activities in The Lab, The Studio, and Food to Grow! Click on an event or activity to find more information and applicable registration details.
Activities & Events in September 2025
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Food Explorations Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 16, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 16, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
Early Explorers Early Explorers
September 16, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays or Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 17, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 17, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 17, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
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Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 18, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 18, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 18, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
Welcome Baby Playgroup Welcome Baby Playgroup
September 18, 2025
Come play with other first-time parents and their new babies at the BFK! Welcome Baby Play Groups are informal opportunities to play and socialize with other new families in our Babies & Toddlers Around the World exhibit. These play groups occur every Thursday at 10am at the Building for Kids. This is a free opportunity for parents and their babies under 18 months.
Learn more and register here!
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Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 19, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 19, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 19, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
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Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 20, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 20, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 20, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
Rhythms of the World Rhythms of the World
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September 20, 2025More details to come!
Early Explorers Early Explorers
September 20, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 21, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 21, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 21, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
Sensory Superstars Sensory Superstars
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September 21, 2025
Sensory Superstars consists of a lower-sensory environment at the museum – lower lighting, no music, and certain exhibits will be turned off. This program may also include guests, resources, and sensory-friendly activities. Sensory Superstars occurs the third Sunday of every month from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm and is free to families in the Autism community.
Learn more here!
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Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 23, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 23, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 23, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
Early Explorers Early Explorers
September 23, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays or Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 24, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 24, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 24, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
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Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 25, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 25, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 25, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
Welcome Baby Playgroup Welcome Baby Playgroup
September 25, 2025
Come play with other first-time parents and their new babies at the BFK! Welcome Baby Play Groups are informal opportunities to play and socialize with other new families in our Babies & Toddlers Around the World exhibit. These play groups occur every Thursday at 10am at the Building for Kids. This is a free opportunity for parents and their babies under 18 months.
Learn more and register here!
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Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 26, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 26, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 26, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
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Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 27, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 27, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 27, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
Early Explorers Early Explorers
September 27, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission. -
Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 28, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 28, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 28, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
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Food Explorations Food Explorations
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September 30, 2025This week in Food to Grow, explore food through delicious ingredients!
Food Spoilage Food Spoilage
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September 30, 2025This week in The Lab, learn about food spoilage, including the different things you can do to create less food waste and various techniques to prevent your favorite foods from spoiling!
Castle Creations Castle Creations
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September 30, 2025In honor of The Amazing Castle™, come make Castle Creations in The Studio.
Early Explorers Early Explorers
September 30, 2025
Do you have an 18 - 36 month old? Join us at the BFK for Early Explorers on Tuesdays or Saturdays at 10am! During Early Explorers, a museum educator facilitates activities that are aimed to strengthen the relationship between children and grown-ups, develop motor skills, and connect socially. This program is free with the paid price of general admission.
