The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is offering free museum admission for Presidents Day on Monday, February 16, 2026, with special activities highlighting historical and contemporary political trailblazers and major presidential initiatives. Advance tickets are required and will be available beginning Friday, February 6, 2026.
Do this first: Get your free tickets on Feb. 6
Free admission requires advance tickets, and they tend to go quickly. Tickets become available Friday, February 6, 2026. Set a reminder and plan to reserve your time slot as soon as they open.
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Quick details
- What: Free Admission: Presidents Day
- When: Monday, February 16, 2026
- Hours: Museum open regular hours; special Presidents Day activities run during the day
- Ages: All ages
- Where: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis
- Activity locations: Select exhibit spaces and program areas throughout the museum
What to expect
Based on past Presidents Day celebrations at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, families can expect a day filled with hands-on learning experiences centered around leadership, democracy, and civic engagement.
Previous Presidents Day programs have included interactive activities that help kids understand how voting works, why every voice matters, and how people of all ages can advocate for causes they care about. Guests have also enjoyed opportunities to explore presidential history, learn about influential leaders, and connect big ideas like elections and community action to everyday life.
Programming is typically spread throughout the museum and designed for a wide range of ages, with a mix of drop-in activities, demonstrations, and interactive learning moments available throughout the day. Final details and schedules are expected closer to the event.
Tips to actually get tickets
- Set an alarm the morning tickets open so you don’t miss out.
- Reserve online through the museum’s official event page (linked below).
- Have your museum account/login ready so you’re not creating it while tickets are disappearing.
How to reserve
Reserve your free tickets through the museum’s official listing:
Free Admission: Presidents Day at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.
If your preferred time slot isn’t available right away, check back. Time slots can change quickly on popular free days.
