Magic House

After-School Events

Team up with The Magic House for your next school family event! The Magic House offers a unique traveling program that is perfect for fairs, outdoor festivals, STEAM nights and more. Each offering includes hands-on experiences and a Magic House staff member who will assist from start to finish.

Program Cost: $350 for a two-hour visit; $100 for each additional hour

*Not-for-profit organizations, Title-1 schools, and partners of The Magic House can request that fees be waived. Only a limited number of free community events are available.

Reservations can be made by contacting our Education Department here.

Make-It Magic

Make-It Magic invites children to put their do-it-yourself skills to the test. A variety of hands-on experiences are curated based on the details of the event.

  • Design and build a catapult from household items to launch balls into the air
  • Explore the power of air with our Mini Bernoulli Blower
  • Prototype a parachute to fly in the wind tunnel
  • Cut and fold a paper whirlybird to make some wings and watch it fly
  • Create a unique image to turn into a jigsaw puzzle
  • … And so much more!

Festivals Around the World

This program invites children and families to celebrate festivals and cultural traditions from across the globe. From China’s Spring Festival to India’s Diwali Festival of Light, children will interact with real cultural artifacts that inspire creative projects to take home as they learn how people celebrate around the world. Festivals can be selected based on the time of year or theme of the event.

Some activities include:

  • Construct a paper lantern in celebration of China’s Spring Festival
  • Create a diya, or candle holder, in celebration of India’s Diwali Festival of Light
  • Design a mask like those worn throughout Italy during Carnivale season

Magical Mexico

Step into a world of color, creativity, and culture! Magical Mexico is a hands-on, fun-filled program where elementary students explore the rich traditions of Mexico. From the whimsical world of alebrijes—bright, imaginative animal sculptures—to the delicate beauty of papel picado, students will dive into the sights, stories, and symbols of Mexico. Come ready to learn, create, and celebrate as we bring the heart of Mexico to your school — a night of fun, learning, and community for the whole family!

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