A free day at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is already worth putting on the family calendar. Add art projects, music, storytelling, and a celebration of Latin American cultures, and you have a Sunday outing with plenty to keep curious kids busy.
Fiesta de la Familia returns Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special activities take place until 3 p.m. The celebration honors children and invites families to explore Hispanic and Latino cultures together. Admission to The Children’s Museum is free, but nonmembers need to reserve free advance tickets. Members can enter with a valid membership card.
Fiesta de la Familia at a Glance
Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Special activities conclude at 3 p.m.
Location: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
3000 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Cost: Free admission
Ages: All ages
Tickets: Free advance tickets required for nonmembers. Members should present a valid membership card.
What to Expect: Cultural crafts, community activities, and bilingual musical storytelling at 11 a.m.
Event details are subject to change. Check the museum’s website before visiting.
Fiesta de la Familia is a great chance to check out the Take Me There: Peru exhibit at the Children’s Museum. Hop on the plane at the exhibit entrance and “fly” away to a country full of lush rainforests, bustling cities, and soaring mountains. Explore Peru’s culture, food, language, and wildlife as your family learns through playing together.
You can also enjoy the Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience outdoor play area and the Tiana’s Joyful Celebration exhibit.
Fiesta de la Familia at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
Families and children will enjoy special music, art, and culture during this popular event. FREE tickets are available NOW while supplies last. Members do not need advance tickets. Tickets are limited, so be sure to claim yours as soon as possible!
In the Sunburst Atrium, families can make paper textiles inspired by Lenca weaving from Honduras, create Guatemalan worry dolls, and explore Peruvian architecture through a building activity. A collaborative artwork designed by local artist Daniel Del Real draws inspiration from Huichol yarn painting in Mexico. There’s also an opportunity for a family photo. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
At 11 a.m., the Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra and author Mariana Llanos present a 45-minute bilingual musical storytelling program featuring Run, Little Chaski!
All permanent exhibits will also be open during Fiesta de la Familia at the Children’s Museum. Pretend you’re an archaeologist in Treasures of Earth, meet prehistoric creatures in Dinosphere, splash in the pond in Playscape. There’s something for all ages at this world-class museum, so bring the whole family for your day at Fiesta de la Familia.
Important Information:
Reservations are required for this free event. The museum does expect this event to sell out. Please visit the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis website to reserve free tickets for all visitors or call 317-334-4000.
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