Kids Events

Family Fun at the ROM
Engage the World with ROMkids Programs

Perfect for the curious and creative child, Saturday Morning Club offers fun-filled, educational adventures in the ROM's fascinating galleries and learning labs. If you are planning a family visit, find tons of fun and inspiring drop-in programs at ROMkids weekends or bunk down for the night at our popular ROM Sleepovers.

New to Canada? Join the New to Canada Youth Club and make new friends, practice your English language skills and discover what's great about Canada in our country's largest museum!

The Explorers' Club is the ultimate experience for young Museum Members. Children receive their own passport, mailings and can attend special events.

ROMkids is aimed at children and youth 16 and under. For offerings geared to families see family events.

More Family Fun!

A visit to Life in Crisis: Schad Gallery of Biodiversity includes tons of family fun! Currently the Earth Rangers Studio hosts the Wild Zone Hands-on Workshops and Bring Back the Wild shows presented by the Earth Rangers . Plus, all year long, discover the Top 10 ROM Family Favourite (PDF) and hands-on galleries!

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Sunday, May 19, 2013

Repeats every week every Friday until Fri May 24 2013 .
Friday, April 19, 2013 | 09:30 - 11:30
Friday, May 24, 2013 | 09:30 - 11:30

SOLD OUT  - New Day!

Please call the Programs Department at 416.586.5797 to be placed on the waiting list.

Repeats every week every Friday until Fri May 24 2013 .
Friday, April 19, 2013 | 13:00 - 15:00
Friday, May 24, 2013 | 13:00 - 15:00

SOLD OUT - New Day!

Please call the Programs Department at 416.586.5797 to be placed on the waiting list.

Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Jun 08 2013 except Sat May 18 2013.
Saturday, April 13, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00
Saturday, June 8, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00

Get ready to spend your days working with clay! Your talented instructor will guide you in creating masterpieces like amazing ancient drinking vessels and cool creatures.

Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Jun 08 2013 except Sat May 18 2013.
Saturday, April 13, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00
Saturday, June 8, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00

Use an archaeologist’s toolkit to get acquainted with some of the most famous civilizations of the ancient world. Discover the glory of Greece, the power of Rome, and the mystery of Egypt.

Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Jun 08 2013 except Sat May 18 2013.
Saturday, April 13, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00
Saturday, June 8, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00

Let your imagination loose as you join us on a new campaign in the ever-popular role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons. Learn about myths, monsters, and weapons from the actual cultures upon which the game is based.

Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Jun 08 2013 except Sat May 18 2013.
Saturday, April 13, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00
Saturday, June 8, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00

Marvel at the accomplishments of the world’s greatest civilizations in this engaging look at history’s most famous empires. Get a first-hand feel for the subjects as you practice Mayan writing, survey for a pyramid, or draft your own Magna Carta.

Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Jun 08 2013 except Sat May 18 2013.
Saturday, April 13, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00
Saturday, June 8, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00

Come and take a walk on the wild side of the ROM. On your adventures you will peek inside a beehive, hide in a fox’s den, explore a fallen tree and come face to face with the animals that call these special places home.

Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Jun 08 2013 except Sat May 18 2013.
Saturday, April 13, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00
Saturday, June 8, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00

Pack your bags, grab your passport, and prepare for an adventure of global proportions. From the pyramids of Mesoamerica and Egypt, to the vast tundra of the Arctic, to the mysteries of the Far East, sample the history and culture of a different place each day.

Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Jun 08 2013 except Sat May 18 2013.
Saturday, April 13, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00
Saturday, June 8, 2013 | 09:00 - 12:00

The Earth is a mysterious place. Every time we learn something new, it only leads to more questions! Prepare to have your questions answered! We’ll use human skulls to explore 3.5 million years of human history. Experiment with different rocks and minerals and learn why some glow in the dark.

Repeats every day until Sun May 26 2013 .
Saturday, May 25, 2013 | 10:00 - 16:00
Sunday, May 26, 2013 | 10:00 - 16:00

For Youth Ages 13 - 16