CMOM Summer Splash
Wednesdays & Thursdays throughout the Summer
Get ready for a summer of splash and sound at CMOM! Our Summer Splash series invites families to dive into water-themed inspired fun with music, art, outdoor hands-on activities, science explorations, and playful learning for our youngest visitors. Starting in June with Tidal Thursdays at Dynamic H2O* in the Sussman Environmental Center and moving into Water Wednesdays in July and August, we are taking advantage (weather permitting) of all that outdoor water fun has to offer!
Those who want some indoor activities, starting July 10, join us for Summer Soundwave Thursdays, a city-inspired celebration of music, rhythm, and movement with live performers and interactive workshops. First up we invite everyone to Bop & Groove along with live music that celebrates water, earth, and all things nature. Then the last two Thursdays in August, relax and let the music spark your creativity during our Music & Marks sessions—perfect for little artists to draw and color while listening to jazz and classical music.
See the full schedule of events below or head to our Public Programs page to explore even more ways to play this summer!
*Dynamic H2O and its programs are all weather dependent.
Tidal Thursdays in June
June 12 & 26: Wonderful World Science in H2O
11:00 am – 12:15 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Dynamic H2O
Join our environmental educator Lori Klamner as we explore soil, water, touch objects from nearby parks, and have a nature-focused morning, all as part of our morning in Dynamic H2O.
(Rain Location: PlayWorks)
Water Wednesdays in July and August
July 2: Go with the Flow: Water Exploration with CMOM Educators
2:00 pm – 3:15 pm | Ages 4 & younger | 1st Floor | Dynamic H2O
CMOM educators are on hand to play with special water toys, sort materials, and play interactive games with you and your little ones!
July 9: Water You Doing?: Water Jokes and Improv with Ray Munoz
2:00 pm – 3:15 pm | Ages 4 & younger | 1st Floor | Dynamic H2O
Join us with comedian Ray Munoz to play with funny tools, make water jokes, and play improv games, all inspired by wonderful water!
(Rain location: Discovery Classroom, 3rd Floor)
July 16 & 30: Simple Machines Exploration with Inspiring Machines
2:00 pm – 3:15 pm | Ages 4 & younger | 1st Floor | Dynamic H2O
Get up close with a collection of small-hand friendly machines and tools to explore — to touch, poke, twist, prod, spin, push, squeeze, and pull — in the water! Children will have fun figuring out for themselves what these machines can do. Machines and tools provided by Inspiring Machines.
(Rain location: Discovery Classroom, 3rd Floor)
July 23: From Mountain Top to Tap with the Department of Environmental Protection
2:00 pm – 3:15 pm | Ages 4 & younger | 1st Floor | Dynamic H2O
Discover where our drinking water comes from, and answer the following questions: How does water flow through the watershed? How was the NYC water supply system built? How is the system monitored today?
(Rain location: Discovery Classroom, 3rd Floor)
August 6, 13, 20 & 27: Go with the Flow: Water Exploration with CMOM Educators
2:00 pm – 3:15 pm | Ages 4 & younger | 1st Floor | Dynamic H2O
Join our CMOM educators to play with special water toys, sort materials, and play interactive games!
Bop & Groove in July and August
Thursday, July 10: Megan Piphus’ Cinderella Sweep – Album out July 11!
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Kicking off the Summer Soundwave Thursday series, we are thrilled to have 4x Emmy-winning artist Megan Piphus rock out with us! Known for her role as Gabrielle on Sesame Street, Megan is a talented puppeteer, singer, and storyteller. She’ll be launching her brand-new kids’ album Cinderella Sweep—a day before its official release! Bring the whole family to sing, dance, and celebrate with this special daytime performance at 11am! At 12 pm, we’ll invite families to a dance party and Cinderella Sweep listening party, hosted by Megan.
Thursday, July 17: DJ Willy Wow
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Get ready for the ultimate summer party with DJ Willy WOW! —a high-energy, family-friendly music experience that brings the heat and keeps the vibes cool! Packed with electrifying beats, interactive dance moments, and nonstop fun, this show will turn the Museum into a full-blown summer celebration. Expect surprises, crowd participation, and a performance that will have kids, parents, and music lovers of all ages inspired to be kind, have fun, and make new friends.
Thursday, July 24: Flor Bromley’s Pachamama’s Water Symphony
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Water gives life to everything on Earth, and in this immersive musical experience, Latin GRAMMY® nominee Flor Bromley honors its power through music. Inspired by her Pachamama album, which means “Mother Earth”, this show invites families to explore the deep connection between water, nature, and our responsibility to protect them. From the tiniest raindrop to the vast ocean, this family concert celebrates the importance of water in our world through rhythm and movement. A joyful and educational performance that inspires young minds to care for the world around them!
Thursday, July 31: Joanie Leeds
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Join GRAMMY® award-winning children’s musician Joanie Leeds for a vibrant, fun- filled performance at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan! With catchy, summery songs from her 11-album catalog, Joanie will take young hearts on an exciting journey through water, earth, and nature. Get ready to sing, dance, and celebrate the beauty of the world around us in this interactive, musical adventure!
Thursday, August 7: Michael of Michael & the Rockness Monsters
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
An electrifying, laugh-out-loud musical adventure for all ages! Michael’s high-energy, interactive show blends humor, heart, and infectious rhythms, celebrating love, unity, and self-respect. With his unique ability to connect, he turns every performance into a shared experience of joy, laughter, and music. Get ready to sing, dance, and be part of the magic!
Thursday, August 14: Chinese Traditional Acrobatic
Music & Marks in August
Thursday, August 21 & 28
11:00 am – 11:30 am & 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm | Ages 5 & up | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Listen to jazz and classical music and be inspired to draw along with what you hear!
Want to see even more programs happening this summer? Check out our full calendar of events and activities for families on our Public Programs page!