Festival of Colors

See how India does a spring celebration with the most colorful holiday of all, Holi!

Event Date
Sunday, March 23, 2025
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10:30 am
5:00 pm
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5:00 pm
*The Museum opens at noon on Sundays.
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
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About the Event

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FESTIVALS OF COLORS - MARCH 23

India knows how to celebrate! Come and experience the culturally rich, Indian celebration of spring, Holi! You'll be charmed by these fun hands-on activities where you can create colorful, traditional Indian arts and crafts as well as watch a traditional Indian dance.

WHAT'S HAPPENING?

MARCH 23

Cosmic Dust Throw: Join in the fun and excitement of a colorful throw, where you can splash the air with bright, vibrant powders for a lively, energetic experience!

Limit 20 participants ages 3+ (ages 3-5 must have an adult enter with them). Parents must sign waiver for each child. Sign up near Playscape one hour prior to start time.

When: At 11 am and 1 pm on the Patio

Art Workshops: Houston Skyline: Paint a vibrant, colorful background and then bring the Houston skyline to life with your own artistic flair!

Limit 12 participants ages 4+; sign up at Design Studio. Please note sign-ups open 1hr prior to start time.

When: At the top of every half hour from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm in Alexander Design Studio

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES

Springtime Trees: Come make a tissue paper tree to celebrate the Hindu holiday of Holi! Celebrate the Springtime growth and honor the rich vibrance of Holi’s colors. 

When: All Day in Kaleidoscope

Color Changing Lanterns: Craft your own lantern that shifts colors, bringing a magical glow to the celebration with your unique, handmade design!

When: All Day in Chevron Maker Annex

Thin Films Bookmarks: Use clear nail polish to capture the vibrant colors of the rainbow, turning a simple experiment into a beautiful, shimmering bookmark!

When: All Day in INVISTA Science Station

Rainbow Cloud: Create a moveable paper craft that opens and closes to reveal a rainbow behind the cloud. 

When: All Day at the Kids' Hall

Rainbow Milk: Explore colorful chemistry by mixing milk, soap, and food coloring to create a mesmerizing display of swirling rainbow patterns!

When: All Day in Power Science Lab
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Event Date
Sunday, March 23, 2025
Event Date
Sun
Mar
23
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Sun
Mar
23
2025
Event Time
10:30 am
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5:00 pm
10:30 am
5:00 pm
Ages
All Ages
Admission
General Admission
Location
Disability Accessibility
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