Children’s Museum of Atlanta Kicks Off July with Soccer and Summer Discovery
Monday, July 13th, 2026
Throughout July, Children’s Museum of Atlanta invites families to celebrate a month of soccer, creativity and summer discovery through interactive experiences that blend movement, science, art and storytelling. Soccer-inspired fun will bring the excitement of the game to life through waterproofing experiments at the Science Bar, sports-themed artwork in the Art Studio and lively performances with the CMA Imaginators on the CMA Stage. Later in the month, the Mayor’s Summer Reading Club will feature readings of “Dinosaur!” by Olivia Aston Bosworth, along with free book giveaways in English and Spanish, while supplies last.
July Special Programming:
Soccer Summer
Through July 31
With the city of Atlanta celebrating international soccer this summer, children can join the excitement through activities inspired by the game. For all of July, families will test materials for waterproofing cleats, create sports-inspired artwork and cheer on the CMA Imaginators during interactive programming on the CMA Stage.
Science Bar: Soccer Science – Waterproof a Soccer Cleat
Children can test materials for waterproofing soccer cleats while learning how to form a hypothesis and keep their feet protected during play.
Art Studio: Sports Silhouettes
The Art Studio invites kids to choose their favorite sport and create a sports-inspired silhouette masterpiece or follow a color-by-numbers key to fill in numbered blocks and reveal a colorful piece of art.
CMA Stage: Max Explains Everything: Soccer Expert
11:30 a.m.
During this playful storytime, precocious young Max shares everything he knows about soccer.
CMA Stage: CMA Soccer Tournament
2:30 p.m.
Guests can help the CMA Imaginators assemble a winning team during this interactive stage program celebrating teamwork, creativity and the excitement of the game.
Mayor’s Summer Reading Club
Saturday, July 18 – Sunday, July 19
11:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Families can take part in the Mayor’s Summer Reading Club with readings of “Dinosaur!” by Olivia Aston Bosworth and illustrated by Alex Ferror. The book follows a child who begins seeing dinosaurs in familiar places, encouraging young readers to use their imaginations and find creativity in everyday routines. The Mayor’s Summer Reading Club is a collaborative effort between the City of Atlanta, Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students, PNC and the United Way, powered by strong public and private partnerships across Atlanta.
CMA Stage
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Guests can enjoy a reading of "Dinosaur!" written by Olivia Aston Bosworth and illustrated by Alex Ferror.
Free copies of Dinosaur! will be available at Security following storytime for guests to pick up as they exit, while supplies last. Books are available in English and Spanish.
Continuing in July:
Wild Kratts®: Ocean Adventure!
Through Sept. 13
Wild Kratts®: Ocean Adventure! immerses young explorers in the ocean habitats and the fascinating creatures. Through interactive challenges, kids use science, teamwork and Wild Kratts-inspired technology to solve problems, support animal conservation and help the Wild Kratts team along the way.
On-sale this month:
TinyCON®
Saturday, Sept. 5 – Sunday, Sept. 6
The Museum’s annual fan-favorite TinyCON returns Labor Day weekend. Designed especially for kids, the multi-day event brings fantasy, science fiction and make-believe universes to life through imaginative fun for the whole family. Cosplayers dressed as characters from KPop Demon Hunters will bring extra energy to the celebration, giving kids the chance to meet and interact with fan-favorite characters in person. Costumes and cosplays are encouraged!
Tickets are $10 for members and $25 for non-members, with prices increasing the week of the event. Play sessions include Session A from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and Session B from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit childrensmuseumatlanta.org/tickets .
Temporary Tattoos
The Morph Gallery will offer temporary tattoos in celebration of TinyCON.
KPop Demon Hunters Ramen
Inspired by KPop Demon Hunters, the Art Studio will invite guests to craft their own ramen bowls using tissue paper, yarn and felt toppings.
Bracelet Making
Guests can create their own friendship bracelets to wear or share with a friend.
