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Rice Museum Summer Bash
With activities for all ages, Summer Bash is the perfect way to celebrate the end of summer, make memories, and enjoy a day filled with excitement, discovery, and community at the Museum.
Featured Activities and Attractions:
- Goat Petting Zoo — Get up close and personal with adorable goats. Perfect for animal lovers of all ages, our petting zoo offers a hands-on experience to meet, feed, and interact with friendly goats in a safe, supervised setting.
- Dinosaur Bounce Castle — Jump back in time with the gigantic dinosaur-themed bounce castle. Kids can let their imaginations soar as they bounce, play, and explore this prehistoric adventure zone.
- Face Painting — Transform into your favorite animal, mythical creature, or superhero. Talented face painters will create colorful, creative designs to delight kids and adults alike from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Raffle Baskets — Take a chance to win amazing prizes. Enter a raffle for a shot at themed baskets packed with unique goodies, museum gifts, and surprises for the whole family.
- SlackTide Fish Food Truck — Purchase delicious, fresh seafood and savory bites and picnic on the grounds. There’s something tasty for every appetite, with options for kids and adults.
- Rose City Astronomers — Explore the wonders of the sky with Rose City Astronomers. Enjoy solar telescope viewing in the backyard and safely observe the sun and its fascinating features.
- Hillsboro Hops Baseball — Take part in a special baseball-themed activity brought by the Hillsboro Hops. Swing by for hands-on fun, perfect for sports fans and aspiring athletes.
- Beyond the Wall Climbing — Discover the world of rock climbing with Beyond the Wall Climbing. Learn about the sport and see examples of various types of rocks that humans climb.
- Cuppayo Frozen Yogurt — Cool off with a sweet treat from Cuppayo, offering delicious frozen yogurt for sale during the event.