Open Doors for All


The Children's Museum of Tacoma believes that the opportunity to enjoy power of play should be available to the entire community. Through the support of generous sponsors, our Open Doors programs ensure that playful opportunities are available to all.

Free First Fridays


First Friday of every month 10:00am – 7:00pm

Children, their families, grandparents and caregivers are invited to come play at the Children's Museum of Tacoma free of admission.

No groups please.

Market Play Days


Thursdays in June, July and August

Families can visit the Children's Museum of Tacoma for FREE every Thursday in June, July and August for the Columbia Bank Free Market Play Days. Hosted in conjunction with the Downtown Tacoma Farmer's Market, Market Play Days provides the perfect opportunity for indoor and outdoor exploration and play throughout the summer!

Sponsored exclusively by Columbia Bank.

Play Pass


The Play Pass allows four people of any age to explore the Children's Museum of Tacoma for FREE. Passes are available at Pierce County and Tacoma Libraries to check out with a valid library card.

The Play Pass is funded, in part, through an Early Learning Opportunities Act grant with the Pierce County Early Learning Partnership.