Thank you for supporting Discovery World on Market! note: all tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE. please read ticket dESCRIPTIONs carefully.
Backyard Concert Series - Jake Binegar
Jake Binegar
If you enjoy a true talent in the world of country music that has a unique sound and heartfelt lyrics, then you will love this concert!
BackYard Concert Series
A Discovery World on Market fundraiser series aimed to support the mission of the museum! Special thanks to our Title Sponsor, Pickering Associates!
Thanks to our Backstage Sponsors: Huffman Prime Steakhouse; WV Appalachian Laborers District Council; Curry Warehouse; United Bank
Thanks to our Encore Sponsors: EPI Insulation; Laborers Local 1085, Parkersburg
Thanks to our Sound Check Sponsors: People’s Bank; Shao-Lin Martial Arts; ITech; The Mills Group
Thanks to our Media Sponsors: I Heart Media, CAS Cable
Thanks to our In-Kind Sponsors: WVU Parkersburg, The City of Parkersburg
Venue Information
- Discovery World on Market, 900 Market Street Parkersburg, WV
- RAIN or SHINE, the show’s a go!
Concert Information
- Advance ticket sales will be $12 and $15 day-of sales
- Alcohol will be sold, but only to those 21+ with valid IDs!
- Doors at 7p!
- Show is 8-10p
Purchasing Tickets
- Tickets will be released ASAP
- Tickets can be purchased at https://dwonmarket.org/discovery-world-events
- Or, you can visit us in-person during normal business hours!
Tiny STEAMers: Little Bakers
Calling Little Bakers! Join us for a sweet time while we explore the science behind baking. Tiny STEAMers will explore fizzy apple experiments, create their one-of-a-kind apron, and enjoy a themed sensory activity.
Tiny STEAMers offers state-of-the-art, quality programming centered around introducing STEM concepts for children ages 2 - 5 years old. Caregivers need to check in at the ticket booth before going to the 3rd floor.
Class participants are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes before class.
Tiny STEAMers is now FREE for members. Please complete our member registration form at Learn us with on field trips — Discovery World on Market
Tickets can be purchased at the door if space permits. The cost for (1) child and (1) caregiver is $25, which includes the class and a stay-and-play wristband to explore the museum after class.
Sesame Street Halloween Event
Come Trick-or-Treat on Sesame Street!
Join Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird, and all your Sesame Street friends for a not-so-spooky celebration full of Halloween fun!
👻 When: Friday, October 17th 10am - 5pm
📍 Where: Discovery World on Market
🎟️ Admission: Activities are included with admission or membership to the museum
Get ready for:
Treat Buck Scavenger Hunt with Count Von Count
Create a Monster STEAM Project
Sesame Street Themed Photo Area
*Halloween Build a Pal Workshop* Additional fee to attend the workshop (see Halloween Build a Pal Workshop event below)
🧡 Don’t miss this magical Halloween adventure on Sesame Street!
Halloween Build-a-Pal Workshop
It’s time to create your own spooky Halloween Pal! Kids will have to use a little "magic" to bring their special pal to life.
This workshop is guided, and all materials are provided—$ 25.00 per pal.
11 AM Class - 25 pal capacity
3 PM Class - 25 pal capacity
Power Wheels Race - National STEM Day
Get ready for an action-packed celebration of innovation, creativity, and fun! In honor of National STEM Day, families will put their engineering and problem-solving skills to the test in an exciting Power Wheels Race co-hosted by 304 Power Wheels and Discovery World on Market.
Participants will transform classic ride-on toy cars into high-performance machines using science, technology, engineering, and math. From clever modifications to imaginative designs, every team will showcase its ingenuity before racing head-to-head on the track. Races begin at 12 PM.
Highlights include:
🚘 Creative car redesigns powered by STEM skills
🏁 Friendly competition with plenty of thrills
🎉 Hands-on learning and team spirit in action
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly fun for all ages
Join us as we celebrate the power of STEM to drive curiosity, creativity, and collaboration—one lap at a time!
Cost:
The event is included with admission or membership to Discovery World on Market. Racers are free, plus they receive two free guest passes. Anyone wishing to attend the race but not visit the museum can purchase a $5 race-day ticket.
Register your racer today!
Kids Biz Entrepreneur Market
Join us at Discovery World on Market for a kids’ creation market. Guests can shop for one-of-a-kind items made locally by young entrepreneurs. Young CEO’s can register as a vendor below. Discovery World on Market wants to support young entrepreneurs and will not charge any vendor fees. For further questions, please contact Samantha_Suggs@dwonmarket.org.
Worldwide Day of Play
As a member of the Association of Children’s Museums, we are excited to participate in the Worldwide Day of Play. This global event focuses on getting children and their families active through play.
Thanks to our title sponsor, Akron Children’s Hospital, the first 100 children will get FREE admission to visit Discovery World on Market and take part in the extra fun activities we have planned!
Izzy's Kids Club: Fall into Science
Fall into science with us at Izzy's Kids Club. Kids will investigate dancing corn, fizzy apples, and more! After our science experiments, club members will enjoy a fall snack and craft.
Izzy's Kids Club is a drop-off event for 1st - 6th grade children.
Parents can enjoy 10% off a child-free dinner at one of our dining partners. Visit the Izzy's Kids Club page for more information.
Tiny STEAMers: Tool Time
It’s tool time at Tiny STEAMers!
Join us for a fun story, hands-on engineering stations, and a building-themed sensory project geared for ages 2 - 5 years old.
Starting in September 2025, classes will be offered on the third Friday of every month from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Class participants are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes before class.
Tiny STEAMers is now FREE for members. Present your membership ID card at the ticket booth for free entry. This can be done the day of class or anytime in person prior to the class.
The class size is limited to 12 children. The cost for (1) child and (1) caregiver is $25, which includes the class and a stay-and-play wristband to explore the museum after class.
Future Me Career Day
Join us for Future Me Day — a one-of-a-kind event where kids and families can dream big, explore amazing careers, and meet real-life professionals from science, tech, art, health, engineering, and beyond! Bring the kids and explore what they want to be when they grow up as their future me!
Hands-On Activities
Career Stations
Future Me Passport
Interactive Demos and Inspiration at Every Turn!
Special thanks to our title sponsor WVU Parkersburg!
Backyard cONCERT Series - Truckstop
Due to rain the concert has been moved to the Parkersburg Art Center
Izzy's Kids Club - August 15 Carnival Fun
Join us for a thrilling night of games, face painting, snacks, music, and MATH! Izzy's Kids Club is throwing a carnival. Each child will be given a set amount of Izzy Buckets to spend on games, snacks, and face painting. Learning about money is way more fun at a carnival!
Izzy's Kids Club is a drop-off event for children in 1st - 6th grade.
Back to School Bash
Let’s kick off the school year with a celebration your family won’t forget! Join us for our Back to School Bash—a fun-filled day of hands-on activities, music, giveaways, and more! Activities are included with admission or membership to the museum.
What to Expect:
Interactive exhibits
Inflatables
Music, games & face painting
Free school supplies (while supplies last)
Rhododendron ice-cream truck
Photo booth & more!
Special thanks to our title sponsor!
Backyard Concert Series: Every Moment Of
Every Moment Of
Are you a Paramore, Fall Out Boy or My Chemical Romance fan? Then, you will love this!
BackYard Concert Series
A Discovery World on Market fundraiser series aimed to support the mission of the museum! Special thanks to our Title Sponsor, Pickering Associates!
Thanks to our Backstage Sponsors: Huffman Prime Steakhouse; WV Appalachian Laborers District Council; Curry Warehouse; United Bank
Thanks to our Encore Sponsors: EPI Insulation; Laborers Local 1085, Parkersburg
Thanks to our Sound Check Sponsors: People’s Bank; Shao-Lin Martial Arts; ITech; The Mills Group
Thanks to our Media Sponsors: I Heart Media, CAS Cable
Thanks to our In-Kind Sponsors: WVU Parkersburg, The City of Parkersburg
Venue Information
- Discovery World on Market, 900 Market Street Parkersburg, WV
- RAIN or SHINE, the show’s a go!
Concert Information
- Advance ticket sales will be $12 and $15 day-of sales
- Alcohol will be sold, but only to those 21+ with valid IDs!
- Doors at 7p!
- Show is 8-10p
Purchasing Tickets
- Tickets will be released ASAP
- Tickets can be purchased at https://dwonmarket.org/discovery-world-events
- Or, you can visit us in-person during normal business hours!
August 2nd Tiny STEAMers - All about the Alphabet
Explore the world around us through STEAM play with Tiny STEAMers! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new activity! Class is designed for children ages 2 - 5.
Join us on Saturday, August 2nd Afrom 9:30 to 10:30 am for Tiny STEAMers as we explore the alphabet with Chicka Chicka Boom Boom fun! We will meet on our 3rd floor Design Studio for story time, a hands-on STEAM activity, a themed craft, and bonus stay and play time at the museum for the child and (1) caregiver for no additional cost! Classes are $20 and are non-refundable or transferable to a later date.
$5 Fridays in August
Coming to Fridays in August…$5 Admission Days at Discovery World on Market!
Izzy’s Kids Club - Beach Party
Dive into Summer fun at Izzy’s Kids Club! Club members will make their own Moon Sand, explore sandcastle-powered water wheels, compete in beach ball games, and finish the night off with an epic water balloon battle.
Play clothes and a beach towel are strongly encouraged. Snack included with Izzy’s Kids Club ticket.
Izzy’s Kids Club is a drop-off event, recommended for children aged 6 to 12.
Parents can enjoy 10% off a child-free dinner at one of our dining partners. Visit the Izzy's Kids Club page for more information.
Fairy Tale Fun Friday
Calling all princes, princesses, dragons, and fairy godmothers! Join us for a magical adventure full of fun and imagination at Fairytale Fun Friday! 🏰✨ This is our final Fun Friday of the Summer!
🎭 Dress as your favorite fairytale character — whether you're a brave knight, a mischievous fairy, or a classic princess, we can't wait to see your enchanted look!
🧼 Create your own Fairytale Slime or Dough – sparkly, magical, and oh-so-fun!
⚔️👑 Get crafty with DIY Swords and Crowns – perfect for noble quests and royal parades.
📸 Snap a pic at our Fairytale Photo Area – bring your best poses!
✨ Fun for all ages and included with museum admission or membership! Bring your friends, your imagination, and your sense of adventure!
STEM Camp - 5 - 6th grade
STEM Camp at Discovery World explores science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on learning experiences that will enrich their understanding of the world around them.
Camp Information:
This camp week is for kids grades 5 - 6th grade. Camp age ranges are based on the grade completed before summer, not the grade they will be entering this fall.
Dates: July 21 - 24th.
Time: 9am-2pm
Lunch will be packed or provided, and a snack will also be included.
STEM Camp is sponsored by WV Central Federal Credit Union!
July 19th Tiny STEAMers - Picnic and Caterpillars
Explore the world around us through STEAM play with Tiny STEAMers! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new activity! Class is designed for children ages 2 - 5.
Join us on Saturday, July 19th from 9:30 to 10:30 am for Tiny STEAMers as we explore the Very Hungry Caterpillar book and learn how caterpillars turn into butterflies! We will meet on our 3rd floor Design Studio for story time, a hands-on STEAM activity, a themed craft, and bonus stay and play time at the museum for the child and (1) caregiver for no additional cost! Classes are $20 and are non-refundable or transferable to a later date.
STEM Camp - 3 - 4th grade
STEM Camp at Discovery World explores science, technology, engineering, and math with fun, hands-on learning experiences that will enrich their understanding of the world around them.
Camp Information:
This camp week is for kids grades 3 - 4th grade. Camp age ranges are based on the grade completed before summer, not the grade they will be entering this fall.
Dates: July 14 - 17th.
Time: 9am-2pm
Lunch will be packed or provided, and a snack will also be included.
STEM Camp is sponsored by WV Central Federal Credit Union!
Life Size Game Day Summer Fun Friday
Step into the game and become the piece!
Join us for a super-sized, action-packed Fun Friday where your favorite board games, puzzles, and challenges come to life—LITERALLY!
Think:
Giant Jenga
Life-size Candy Land
Jumbo Connect Four
Oversized chess, checkers, and more!
Perfect for families, kids, and game lovers of all ages. Whether you're strategizing your next move or just here for the laughs, it's big fun with even bigger pieces.
For a sweet treat, Rhododendron Ice Cream will be here selling her delicious scoops!
July 5th Tiny STEAMers - Lemonade Stand Learning
Explore the world around us through STEAM play with Tiny STEAMers! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new activity! Class is designed for children ages 2 - 5.
Join us on Saturday, July 5th from 9:30 to 10:30 am for Tiny STEAMers as we explore measurement, color changing experiments, pretend play with money and sensory fun! We will meet on our 3rd floor Design Studio for story time, a hands-on STEAM activity, a themed craft, and bonus stay and play time at the museum for the child and (1) caregiver for no additional cost! Classes are $20 and are non-refundable or transferable to a later date.
Dino Pal Add-On Experience
Calling all adventures! Our Dino Dig Summer Fun Friday event is Friday, June 27th from 4 - 6 pm. Along with exploring our outdoor life size dig site with hidden bones, fossils, and treasures, and designing their own hat, adventures can purchase an "Add-On Experience" ticket to stuff a Dino Pal to take home. Cost is $10 per dinosaur and a limited number are available.
Dino Pal Add-On Experience comes with:
Dino animal, a Wishing Star, Birth Certificate and stuffing material.
Get your ticket for this add-on experience today and we will see you at Fun Friday!
Dino Dig Summer Fun Friday
Calling all adventurers! Explore our outdoor life-size dig site with hidden bones, fossils, and treasures. Adventurers can design their own hat and stuff a Dino Pal (additional cost) to take home. Dig activities are free for members and included with the purchase of daily admission tickets, excluding the Dino Pal.
Grab a bite to eat at the Black Hat Mobile Kitchen available 12 - 6 PM (at your own cost).
Izzy's Kids Club: Pirate Adventures
Ahoy! Set sail with us on the open seas for another exciting night at Izzy's Kids Club on June 21st. Club members will pick a pirate name, engineer their own kid-safe sword, and partake in an epic treasure hunt.
The crew will have to work together to solve riddles, overcome obstacles, and use their smarts to find Hammy's hidden treasure. Costumes are strongly encouraged! Snack included with Izzy’s Kids Club ticket.
Izzy’s Kids Club is a drop-off event, recommended for children aged 6 to 12.
Drop-off 4:45-5:00 PM | Event 5:00 - 7:30 PM
Parents can enjoy 10% off a child-free dinner at one of our dining partners. Visit the Izzy's Kids Club page for more information.
Jnue 21st Tiny STEAMers - Superhero Science
Explore the world around us through STEAM play with Tiny STEAMers! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new activity!
Join us on Saturday, June 21st at our new Summer Start Time 9:30 to 10:30 am for Tiny STEAMers as we make, create and learn in Superhero Style! We will meet on our 3rd floor Design Studio for story time, a hands-on STEAM activity, a themed craft, and bonus stay and play time at the museum for the child and (1) caregiver for no additional cost! Classes are $20 and are non-refundable or transferable to a later date.
WV Day Summer Fun Friday
Celebrate Meet Me on Market and the WV Day Food Truck Festival with a stop at Discovery World for Summer Fun Friday! Families can participate in themed activities. Any child wearing West Virginia gear will get a chance to win a prize! Free for members! Fun Fridays are sponsored by Chemours!
Activities included with daily admission and for members:
* WV Trivia
* Coloring Contest
* Storytime
* Discount in our Cafe on WV made products
* Summer Give-Aways
Kick Off to Summer Fun Fridays
Stop by the museum on Friday, June 13 for our kick-off event from 4 - 6 PM. FREE for members! Fun Fridays are sponsored by Chemours!
Activities included with daily admission and for members:
* Bounce House and Inflatables
* Yard Games
* Music
* Summer Give-a-ways
* Face Painting
* Kona Ice (free small cup for kids)
June 7th Tiny STEAMers - National Donut Day
Explore the world around us through STEAM play with Tiny STEAMers! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new activity!
Join us on Saturday, June 7th at our new Summer Start Time 9:30am to 10:30 am for Tiny STEAMers as celebrate National Donut Day with fun activities! We will meet on our 3rd floor Design Studio for story time, a hands-on STEAM activity, a themed craft, and bonus stay and play time at the museum for the child and (1) caregiver for no additional cost! Classes are $20 and are non-refundable or transferable to a later date.
Farm Days at the Museum
Come Experience the Charm of Farm Life!
Step back in time and discover the joys of farm life at our Farm Days at the Museum. Bring the whole family to enjoy hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and a taste of rural heritage! From planting seeds to petting farm animals, there’s something for everyone. Farm Days at the museum is sponsored by WVU Parkersburg.
May 30th Tiny STEAMers - Life on the Farm
Explore the world around us through STEAM play with Tiny STEAMers! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new activity!
Join us on Friday, May 30th from 9 to 10:30 am for Tiny STEAMers as we learn about life on the farm! We will meet on our 3rd floor Design Studio for story time, a hands-on STEAM activity, a themed craft, and bonus stay and play time at the museum for the child and (1) caregiver for no additional cost! Classes are $20 and are non-refundable or transferable to a later date. Following class, we will have a fare-well party for Ms. Jessica!
May 24th Tiny STEAMers - Music Madness
Explore the world around us through STEAM play with Tiny STEAMers! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new activity!
Join us on Saturday, May 24th from 9 to 10:30 am for Tiny STEAMers as we learn the science behind how music is made! We will meet on our 3rd floor Design Studio for story time, a hands-on STEAM activity, a themed craft, and bonus stay and play time at the museum for the child and (1) caregiver for no additional cost! Classes are $20 and are non-refundable or transferable to a later date.
Izzy's Kids Club: Space Explorers
Space Adventures Await! Club members will have an out-of-this-world experience with hands-on experiments, freeze-dried candy taste tests, and DIY alien slime.
Izzy’s Kids Club is a drop-off event, recommended for children aged 6 to 12.
Parents can enjoy 10% off a child-free dinner at one of our dining partners. Visit the Izzy's Kids Club page for more information. Thanks to our Kids Club Sponsor, WV Central Federal Credit Union!
May 16th Tiny STEAMers - We Love Ice Cream
Explore the world around us through STEAM play with Tiny STEAMers! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new activity!
Join us on Friday, May 16th from 9 to 10:30 am for Tiny STEAMers as we learn how ice cream is made! We will meet on our 3rd floor Design Studio for story time, a hands-on STEAM activity, a themed craft, and bonus stay and play time at the museum for the child and (1) caregiver for no additional cost! Classes are $20 and are non-refundable or transferable to a later date.
May 10th Tiny STEAMers Class
Explore the world around us through STEAM play with Tiny STEAMers! Create, experiment, investigate, and learn together. Each week has a different theme and fun new activity!
Join us on Saturday, May 10th from 9 to 10:30 am for Tiny STEAMers as we explore flowers just in time for Mother’s Day! We will meet on our 3rd floor Design Studio for story time, a hands-on STEAM activity, a themed craft, and bonus stay and play time at the museum for the child and (1) caregiver for no additional cost! Classes are $20 and are non-refundable or transferable to a later date.