From Scribbles to Smiles—Crayola Experience Is More Than Just Coloring
Address: 300 South Avenue Level 3, Bloomington, MN 55425
About the Crayola Experience
If you’re looking for a fun, screen-free indoor adventure for toddlers and young kids in the Twin Cities, the Crayola Experience at Mall of America is your ticket to a world bursting with color and creativity! With over 20 hands-on attractions, this vibrant play-and-learn destination offers something for every young artist, maker, and mover.
At Crayola Experience, kids can melt the wax into rings or critters, name and wrap their own crayons, and create swirly masterpieces at Drip Art. Budding designers will also love seeing their custom fashion creations strut down a digital runway. Meanwhile, energetic kids can burn off energy in the two-story Color Playground or Stomp and Play’s interactive floor.
Each visit brings fresh excitement with changing craft themes at the Activity Studio. There are daily live shows at the Café Stage and the Crayon Factory Show. Whether it’s making texture rubbings, painting mess-free masterpieces, or dancing with your animated selfie, there’s no end to the creative fun.
Crayola Experience is an ideal destination for a rainy day or to cure the winter blues. Located right inside the Mall of America, it’s easy to pair with a family meal, shopping, or another activity.
Bonus: There’s a sensory guide available to help families plan around sensory sensitivities.
Tickets include most activities at Crayola Experience, and every guest gets a free Scribble Scrubbie! Annual passes are available and make an excellent gift for families.
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Best Activities for Toddlers
Planning to visit Crayola Experience with your toddler, don’t miss these activities designed just for them:
- Scribble Scrubbies
- Be a Star
- Colossal Caddy
- Toddler Town + Color Playground
- Crayon Factory Show
- Stomp and Play + Cool Moves
- Modeling Madness
- Scribble Square
Best Activities for Young Kids
Planning to visit Crayola Experience with young kids/Elementary-aged kids, here are some of the best activities for them:
- Scribble Scrubbies
- Silly Selfies
- Activity Studio
- Be a Star
- Colossal Caddy
- Performances at the Café Stage (1:00 pm daily)
- Color Playground
- Crayon Factory Show
- Cool Moves
- Crayon Factory Show
- Modeling Madness
- Melt and Mold
- Drip Art
- Wrap It Up
Crayola Experience Highlights
- 20+ Attractions, from personalizing your own crayons and coloring stations to an indoor playscape and educational experiences
- Best for kids ages 2 to 10
- On-site dining
- On-site Crayola Store
- Annual passes available
- Great spot for birthday parties
- Sensory-friendly experiences available
Know Before You Go
- Website
- Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 am–6 pm, Friday and Saturday, 10 am–8 pm, Sunday, 11 am–6 pm.
- Parking is widely available in the free parking ramps at the Mall of America. P4 Florida, on the south side of the East parking ramp, is the closest option to the Crayola Experience.
- Upcoming Events
- Accessibility Resources
- Birthday Parties
Antonia Grant is a Minnesota mom + freelance writer who loves encouraging parents to find ways to connect and make memories with their kids. She’s a firm believer in providing children with experiences over things. You can find more from Antonia and her family adventures on Instagram @knead.to.roam and on her website. She shares all things family travel, outdoor adventures, and their favorite foodie finds.
