• Reservations are not required

    Good News - reservations are not required. However, we will maintain capacity limits and play sessions will operate on a first come, first served basis. When planning a visit to Wonder Works, please check our calendar below for special events and private party closings.

  • Regular Hours

    • Monday
      10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
      1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
    • Tuesday
      Closed to the Public
    • Wednesday
      Closed to the Public
    • Thursday
      10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
      1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
    • Friday
      10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
      1 p.m. – 3 p.m
    • Saturday
      10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
    • Sunday
      10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

  • Admission

    • Adults and Children
      $11
    • Active Military Families*
      $9
    • Teachers and Educators*
      $9
    • Senior Citizens (55+)*
      $9
    • First Responders*
      $9
    • Infants under 12 months
      Free
  • Museums for All

    $3 per guest (up to 4 guests). Guests must provide proof of eligibility and a valid state ID.  

    CLIMB Network Members

    Wonder Works will continue to offer free admission to our members, children under age one, and CLIMB members from our CLIMB partner museums.

    ACM Reciprocal Membership

    $5.50 per guest (up to 6 guests) for participating museums.  The cardholder must be present for discounted admission.

    *Valid IDs are required at the time of ticket purchase
    ** Admission discounts cannot be combined

  • Observed Holidays

    The museum is closed on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

About Us
Wonder Works is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to ensuring all children in Chicago develop a love for learning.
Our Mission

Wonder Works’ mission is to spark curiosity and creativity in all young children through positive play-based learning experiences.

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