2025 POLAR PALOOZA Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center turns down the temps and turns up the fun for chills, thrills and winter skills Now through January 4th

Posted on Dec 16, 2025 in NEWSWORTHY

The winter forecast is in, and it’s calling for flurries of fun, giggles galore, and zero need for snow boots! From now through January 4, Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center invites families to bundle up their curiosity and slide into Polar Palooza, a season packed with festive programming, cultural celebrations, and kid-approved holiday magic. Polar Palooza transforms the Discovery Center into a winter wonderland where creativity sparkles and every visit brings something new to celebrate. With special events happening every weekend through late December and early January, families can expect cool activities, warm memories, and plenty of reasons to sleigh all day.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT POLAR PALOOZA?

Animals in Winter – Meet a Real Reindeer!

Saturday, December 20

Sponsored by Les and Mary Puckett Children’s Foundation

Get ready for a paws-itively delightful day! Enjoy a special holiday reindeer meet-and-greet, create your own shimmering snow globes, and take home a set of wearable antlers because every winter adventure is better with a little reindeer flair!

Seasons of Sharing

Sunday, December 21

Celebrate the season around the globe during a holly-jolly, culture-filled day where winter traditions shine bright. From Hanukkah and Kwanzaa to Christmas and Las Posadas, explore festive crafts, joyful stories, and meaningful traditions that make the holidays extra magical—no passport required!

Elfie Selfies with Santa

Wednesday, December 24 – Special Hours 9 am to 3 pm

He’s checking his list (twice!) and making one very special stop at the Discovery Center before his big night. Meet Santa, share your holiday wishes, and snap merry photos with the jolliest VIP of the season. The first 50 kids to say hello will score a sweet treat—a cookie decorating kit to take home for some extra Christmas Eve magic. Add in cozy Elf on the Shelf story times and DIY elf crafts, and you’ve got a morning packed with cheer, creativity, and just the right amount of ho-ho-holiday fun!

Seusstacularrr

Saturday, December 27

Sponsored by Caldwell & Steinbring Dentistry for Children

Whoville fun is stealing the show! Enjoy Grinch-themed games, story times, mask-making, and cuddly Grinch stuffies in this cheer-filled celebration inspired by everyone’s favorite holiday mischief-maker.

Rockin’ New Year’s Noon

Wednesday, December 31 – Special Hours 9 am to 3 pm

Ring in the New Year—kid-style! This early countdown celebration brings all the sparkle and excitement of New Year’s Eve, without the bedtime battles. Get ready to rock, roll, and toast to noon!

Hours are Wednesday through Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm.  For more information, please visit www.childrensdiscoveryfb.org or call (832) 742-2800.