Play It Forward Annual Fundraiser
August 7, 2025 | 21+ Event

Join us under the Big Top for Play It Forward—SPARK’s carnival-themed fundraiser where grown-ups get to play for a cause! Enjoy complimentary food trucks, nostalgic carnival games, a lively cash bar, photo booth, and a chance to win prizes from amazing local businesses.

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SPARK Memberships

An annual membership provides admission to the Museum, exclusive member discounts and so much more!  We have memberships to choose from, each providing an incredible value for a year to discover, learn, and play together!

Memberships purchased between now and August 31 have an extended expiration date of 8/31/2026. 

That means… Play more and pay less—this summer’s on us!
Snag a SPARK membership this summer and enjoy immediate access through August 31, 2026. That means this summer is totally FREE. Let the adventures begin!

Only for new or renewing memberships.

*not valid on current membership with an expiration date later than 8/31/26

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Explorer Membership

One year of admission for two named adults and up to six dependent children in the same household

50% off admission at Association of Children’s Museum (ACM) network museums for up to 6 people 
Access to member only programs and events 
Discounts on camps, special events, and exclusive discounts in the SPARK Shop throughout the year
Exclusive birthday party rental options for members
Eight free single-use guest passes to be redeemed during the year of your membership     
$199
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Family Membership

One year of admission for two named adults and up to four dependent children in the same household

Discounts on camps, special events, and exclusive discounts in the SPARK Shop throughout the year
Access to member only programs and events
Exclusive birthday party rental option for members 
Four free single-use guest passes to be redeemed during the year of your membership
$159
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Adventure Membership

One year of admission for one named adult and one child

Unlimited visits for one year for one adult and one child
Access to member only programs and events 
Discounts on camps, special events, and exclusive discounts in the SPARK Shop throughout the year
Exclusive birthday party rental options for members
Two free single-use guest passes to be redeemed during the year of your membership     
$119
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Grandparent Memberships

Grandparent Explorer and Family Memberships are also available!

Grandparent Family Membership: Same benefits as SPARK Family Membership – two named grandparents plus four named grandchildren – $159
Grandparent Explorer Membership: Same benefits as SPARK Explorer Membership – two named grandparents plus six named grandchildren – $199
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Discover Membership

SPARK’s Discover Membership is a free membership program for new parents. Each membership includes two named adults and their first child (or children for parents of twins, triplets, etc). The membership is valid through the child’s first 18 months of life and includes free admission to SPARK, access to member morning activities, and member discounts on special event tickets and SPARK Shop merchandise. 

Any family (two adults) with a first child (or children if multiples) under 18 months of age
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Membership Additions

When you purchase your membership you have the option to add a named caregiver or add additional children.
If you would like to purchase an add-on with an already existing membership please contact Jeraka Tweite at jtweite@sparkrochestermn.org or 507-218-3103.

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Add a Named Caregiver

Add up to two additional adults to the membership who are able to bring the children listed on the membership
$40 per addition

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Additional Children

Add as many children as needed if your family exceeds the allowed number of children on the membership. 
$20 per addition

Gift A Membership

How Gifting a SPARK Membership Works:

Gift Memberships may be purchased online or in person at SPARK.
All new gift memberships purchased between November 29 and December 31, 2024 will have a December 31, 2025 expiration date. Memberships are active immediately after purchase. Membership renewals will extend memberships 1 year from their current expiration date. 
The gift giver (the individual purchasing the membership) will receive an email receipt containing a PDF of a certificate that can be printed as a physical gift certificate, if needed. 
Within 24 hours of the membership purchase, the gift giver will receive an email that can be forwarded to the gift recipient, including details about SPARK’s digital membership system* and member benefits. 
*No physical membership cards will be sent.
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Digital Membership Cards

We have implemented a digital membership card solution for our members to be more in line with our environmentally friendly organization. With this green initiative, your updated cards will always be available on your smartphone.

Download the eMembership App
Select SPARK, The Children’s Museum of Rochester
Select “Find My Membership Cards”
Enter your Last Name and either phone # or member #
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