Activities, Camps and After School Classes in Springfield, MO

Dinosaurs have arrived at Crystal Cave! Come explore our new Dino Trail. It is an easy walk on our nature trail, where you will encounter over 30 Dinosaurs on display. Take selfies with Creatures from the Past. You will see Triceratops, Smilodon, Tyrannosaurus, and many more. Each dinosaur has an identification sign with an interesting fact about them. Bring the entire family on a real Dinosaur adventure. It is guaranteed to be a family favorite.

We've turned Missouri State University into an incredible outdoor digital adventure. Our PokemonGo style app will take you to 9 iconic places around Missouri State University . At each location, you will need to solve a puzzle before advancing. It is part Scavenger Hunt and part Escape Room! You can play solo or in a group. Besides completing fun puzzles, you will learn fascinating details about different places like the Hammons Fountain, the Jackie Stiles Statue and one of the many Bronze Bear Statues. You will walk around 1.2 miles as you find clues, solve puzzles and get closer to completing the adventure. You can go at your own pace, but it should take around 60 minutes to complete the adventure. Over 200,000 players have used our app to explore the world. We can't wait for you to play as well!

The Discovery Center of Springfield offers a fun-filled day for families, school groups, and curious minds of all ages. With 60,000 square feet of interactive exhibits spread across six floors, visitors can engage with hands-on activities that make science, technology, engineering, and math come to life. Explore unique galleries, from dinosaurs to the human body and beyond, for an educational experience that is both surprising and inspiring. This all-day pass allows you to return as many times as you'd like within the day, ensuring you get the most out of your visit.

Discover a classic castle right in the heart of Springfield, built by the Knights of Pythias. A 1-hour guided stroll through the ballroom, dungeon, and tower room complete this experience, all while learning about the history of this 1913 gem.