Gabbys Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days - Minnesota Children's Museum

Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days

Aug. 7 – 9, 2026

“Hey Gabby, take us to the museum!”

Get ready for a paws-itively magical experience! Minnesota Children’s Museum is partnering with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children’s Museums to present Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days!

This special event brings the magic of Gabby’s Dollhouse to St. Paul for a weekend filled with imagination, creativity and hands-on fun!

Your ticket includes:

Meet & greet photo opportunity with a Gabby costumed character (timed entry)
Cat-tastic crafts: Make your own kitty ears, hamster kitty fairy, printable memory game and more
Gabby-themed activities throughout the museum including story time, dance party and scavenger hunt

Museum admission or membership is required to attend Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days.

Meet & Greet Photo Opp with Gabby

Meet and snap a photo with Gabby, the beloved costumed character from Gabby’s Dollhouse! Be sure to bring your own camera!

Timed tickets are required for all visitors (including members) that want to meet Gabby. Everyone in your group must have their own meet & greet reservation. Upon arrival, guests will receive a colored wristband for their timed meet & greet.

Capacity is limited and we strongly recommend purchasing your tickets early, as meet & greet spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests without a reservation may not be able to meet Gabby or take a photo.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Gabby coming to Minnesota Children’s Museum?

Gabby will be at the museum on Friday, Aug. 7, through Sunday, Aug. 9.

Do I need a reservation to meet Gabby?

Yes! To secure a meet & greet reservation, click the button above and select tickets from an available time slot. Everyone in your party must have their own ticket and reservation. Due to limited time and high interest, guests without a meet & greet reservation may not be able to meet Gabby.

Will I meet the actor that plays Gabby on the show?

Visitors with a meet & greet reservation will have the opportunity to meet the Gabby costumed character. Laila Lockhart Kraner, the actress who plays Gabby on the show, will not be at the museum.

Do I need an admission ticket to the museum?

All meet & greet tickets include museum admission. If you plan to visit the museum during the event but do not have a meet & greet reservation, you will be required to have a general admission ticket or a valid membership to enter the museum. General admission tickets can be purchased either online or at the museum box office.

What time should I arrive for the meet & greet?

Please arrive at the meet & greet waiting area at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time. If you arrive late for your registered time slot, we cannot guarantee availability for another time.

I couldn’t get a meet & greet reservation. Can I still meet Gabby?

Due to limited time and high interest, an advance reservation is required to meet Gabby. A limited number of walk-up spots may be available on event days, but only if space allows. Guests without a reservation may not be able to meet Gabby.

Can I come to the museum without a meet & greet reservation?

Yes! In addition to all the regular fun of the museum, we’ll have lots of Gabby’s Dollhouse crafts and activities happening throughout the museum all weekend long. These special activities are all included with museum admission.