Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
2024-09-01 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-08-14 15:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Kaleideum, 120 W 3rd Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members

Exceptional Night at the Museum: Hearts and Crafts
2026-02-12 17:30 - 20:30 | NC
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in a sensory-friendly environment with carnival games, glowing Valentine cards, a Digital Dome dance party, and exciting science demos. Designed for individuals and families with disabilities, Exceptional Nights are supported by ABC of NC and Felice Brenner. Admission is Give What You Can. Families are invited to make a donation at any level to support Kaleideum’s inclusive programming.
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Family Valentine's Dance
2026-02-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Kaleideum, 120 W 3rd Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
Celebrate love, laughter, and together time at Kaleideum’s Family Valentine’s Dance—a sweet evening designed for families to enjoy side by side.
The night begins with a family-friendly dinner of meatballs, mashed potato bar, green beans, salad, chocolate covered strawberries, and cream cheese swirled brownies catered by Gathering Grace.
As the event unfolds, explore the museum through playful, hands-on experiences including a Valentine’s scavenger hunt that leads to a surprise box of treats, family games, animal encounters, and creative stations where kids can make paper flower jewelry and a keepsake thumbprint craft to take home.
To wrap up the night, hit the dance floor as DJ Hek Yeh turns up the energy with a joyful, family-friendly dance party—ending the evening on a high note filled with music, movement, and big smiles.
From dinner to dancing, this Valentine’s celebration is all about connection, creativity, and making memories together. 💖
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Try It! Studio Maker Moments
2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-15 10:00 - 16:30 | 120 West Third Street, 120 West Third Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds!  The recycled material wall will be open Tuesday mornings and Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday Afternoons.
Design heartfelt art and a standing photo frame for your Valentine.

Kaleideum After Dark: "PAL"entine's Day
2026-02-14 18:30 - 21:30 | Kaleideum, 120 W 3rd Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
Who says Valentine’s Day is just for couples? Grab your besties, your favorite plus-one, or come ready to make new friends at Kaleideum After Dark: “PAL”entines Day—a playful, adults-only evening celebrating friendship, creativity, and connection.
Set the vibe with live music in La STEAM and warm up at the adult hot chocolate bar. Test how well you really know each other during NewlyFRIEND, our friendship-first twist on the classic game show. Get creative with partner painting in the Try It! Studio, craft paper flower art and friendship bracelets in La STEAM, and swing by Storytelling for love-life horoscopes—just for fun (or are they?).
Head into the Digital Dome for a nostalgic moment featuring Truth or Dare and other classic sleepover games, reimagined with immersive lights and visuals for a playful, laugh-out-loud experience. Be sure to visit Dino Discovery for a cool photo op and make time for a free caricature by Drew Clark before the night wraps up.
Whether you arrive with your ride-or-die crew or leave with a few new pals, this After Dark is all about connection—with a Kaleideum twist.
Presented by Flow Lexus.
🎟️ Get your tickets early and save!
$20 online | $25 at the door — includes two drink tickets: a blue one for beer, wine, or a non-alcoholic beverage and a pink one that can be also be used for a signature Love Spell cocktail! Grab dinner from the onsite food truck or enjoy 20% off at Hungry Palate Bar & Grill when you show your Kaleideum After Dark ticket!

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Late Night Lasers: Britney & Christina
2026-02-14 21:45 - 22:30 | 120 West Third Street, 120 West Third Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
Get ready to hit us baby one more time after Kaleideum After Dark. The lasers turn Toxic in the best way. This Valentine’s Day, fall head-over-heels for a late-night laser spectacular powered by the pop queens of the early 2000s: Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera. Doors open 15 minutes prior to showtime for check-in and seating. Tickets: $7 online; $10 at the door.
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Mrs. Cottontail and Friends
2026-02-19 11:00 - 11:30 | 120 West Third Street, 120 West Third Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
It’s storytime with a twist … Mrs. Cottontail will read a story, do yoga exercises, and bring a special fluffy friend. Included with admission or membership.

Try It! Studio Maker Moments
2026-02-21 10:00 - 16:30 | 120 West Third Street, 120 West Third Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds!  The recycled material wall will be open Tuesday mornings and Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday Afternoons.
Welcome the Lunar New Year by creating your zodiac animal.

Family Yoga Under the Stars
2026-02-21 10:30 - 11:30 | NC
Unwind together in our Digital Dome with a gentle, family-friendly yoga session under the stars! Bring a mat if you have one and enjoy mindful movement designed for ages 5 and up. Presented by the Winston-Salem Wellness Collective.
$5 for ages 5-12; $10 for ages 13+. This price does not include admission: $15 per adult; $12 for ages 19 and. under.

Try It! Studio Maker Moment
2026-02-22 09:30 - 16:30 | 120 West Third Street, 120 West Third Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States

Stories with Spring
2026-02-22 14:00 - 15:00 | 120 West Third Street, 120 West Third Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
Dive under the sea for a magical tale of dreams, courage, and finding your voice! Spring Theatre presents a fun-filled re-telling of The Little Mermaid, which follows Ariel, a curious young mermaid who longs to explore the world above the waves. FREE with museum admission!
