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Bloomington-Normal, Illinois
PLAYLA 2026
Date & Time
Saturday, September 12, 2026
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Cost
$100
Location
101 E Beaufort Street, Normal
Phone
309-433-3402
Have you ever wanted to experience the Children’s Discovery Museum without the kids? Join us for Playla on Saturday, September 12 from 6-9pm.

Playla is the Children’s Discovery Museum Foundation’s signature FUNdraiser designed for grown-ups to experience the power of play. This exclusive annual event invites community members to play in the Museum – where we provide elevated play and weird science for all to enjoy. Past events have included activities like silent disco, mixology, a grown-up big wheel course, Luckey Climber races, giant coloring and so much more. Heavy hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants and cash bars are also featured on every floor. Come experience what everyone is talking about! We know how to play!

Proceeds from this event directly support the Museum’s mission to inspire the love of learning through the Power of Play for generations to come!

Adults will have an exclusive night playing in our brand new exhibit – From the Farm to a Healthy Me, opening in 2026!
Learn more about Playla and how you can help power play at the link below.