Cowboy Carousel Discovery Center

10/04/2026

Spooky Science on Halloween!

Join us for a hands‑on Halloween celebration packed with creepy‑cool STEAM fun for all ages. Make glowing slimes, bubbling potions, and ghostly chemical reactions. Build mini haunted houses, engineer spooky contraptions, and explore sensory bins designed just for little ones. Play Halloween games, watch kid‑friendly scary movies, and dive into creative art stations that bring science and imagination together.

From slime labs to spooky circuits, every activity blends Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math into a day of discovery. Dress up, drop in, and get ready for a Halloween full of experiments, creativity, and spine‑tingling fun!

Free — donations accepted • All ages welcome
10 AM to 4 PM at the Cowboy Carousel Center
For more information call 307‑620‑2244

10/03/2026

Just another beautiful wedding at The Center tonight!

09/23/2026

Kids in the Kitchen is back!

In this fun and festive holiday class, young bakers ages 8–12 will dive into Christmas baking as they mix, measure, shape, and decorate a variety of seasonal treats. Along the way, they’ll learn real kitchen skills, follow recipes, work safely and confidently, and explore their creativity through colorful holiday goodies they can proudly take home. It’s a joyful way to build confidence, celebrate the season, and make sweet memories together.

Tuesdays, from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
November 17th & 23rd
December 1st & 8th

Registration is limited, and the fee is $35 per student for all four classes — sign up today!

Email: [email protected]
Text 307-620-2244

09/21/2026

CCYT – Cowboy Carousel Youth Theater proudly presents James and the Giant Peach JR! 🍑

Join us for a bright, imaginative youth musical where James, a lonely boy with a big heart, discovers friendship, courage, and adventure inside a giant magical peach. With colorful characters, lively music, and performers ages 5–18 from across Johnson County, this show is perfect for families and theater lovers of all ages.

Performances at Bomber Mountain Civic Center
Friday, November 13th at 7 PM
Saturday, November 14th at 2 PM & 7 PM

Ticket Prices
Adults: $15
Seniors & Students: $10
Children 5 and under: FREE

Reserved seating is available now at www.cowboycarousel.org
General admission tickets will be sold at the door!

Come cheer on our talented CCYT performers and enjoy a magical community theater experience.

09/02/2026

Come see Creek Side Performing Arts production of SIX - Teen Edition! This weekend- FREE admission at the Cowboy Carousel Center. These girls are amazing! Saturday at 7pm and Sunday 2pm & 7pm!

You’re not going to want to miss this one! Thanks to a generous grant from the Wyoming Arts Council, admission to this incredible production is completely FREE. Come enjoy an amazing show with us — we can’t wait to see you there!

08/12/2026

CCYT – Cowboy Carousel Youth Theatre Presents…
Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR. — Auditions!!!

AUDITIONS — Saturday, August 22 (Updated Format)
Auditions will be held by age group to help performers feel supported and set up for success:
Ages 5–7: 10:00–11:00 AM
Ages 8–12: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Ages 13–18: 12:00–1:00 PM
Callbacks: By director’s request at 2:00 PM

Directed by: Marie Verger
Choreography by: Courtnee Wampole
Musical Direction by: Keg Hogue

Audition & Registration Forms
All forms can be found at www.ccyt.info
Registration is online; please bring your audition form with you. Additional copies will be available on-site.

Performances:
November 13, 14 & 15, 2026
Bomber Mountain Civic Center

Questions or need to schedule early auditions?
Call 307‑620‑2244

We can’t wait to see our CCYT performers bring this giant adventure to life!

James and the Giant Peach JR is presented through special arrangements with, and all authorized materials were supplies by Musical Theatre International, New York NY - (212) 541-4684 mtishows.com

07/23/2026

CCYT - Cowboy Carousel Youth Theatre Presents…
Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR. — Meet the Team & Get Ready! We’re thrilled to introduce the creative team bringing this magical story to life:
Directed by Marie Verger
Choreography by Courtnee Wampole
Musical Direction by Keg Hogue

Before auditions begin, join us for our Audition Workshop to explore the characters, learn about all the amazing roles, and get comfortable with the audition process. It’s the perfect way for young performers to feel confident and excited. If you can’t make regular auditions, early auditions are available.

AUDITION WORKSHOP - Friday, August 14 • 5:00–6:30 PM

EARLY AUDITIONS - Saturday, August 15 • By Appointment

AUDITIONS Saturday, August 22nd — UPDATED FORMAT
We’re auditioning by age groups to help our young performers feel supported and set up for success:
Ages 5–7: 10:00–11:00 AM
Ages 8–12: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Ages 13–18: 12:00–1:00 PM
Callbacks - By director’s request at 2:00 PM

Performances:
November 13, 14 & 15, 2026
Bomber Mountain Civic Center

For more information or need to schedule early auditions?
Call 307.620.2244

We can’t wait to see our CCYT performers bring this giant adventure to life!

James and the Giant Peach JR is presented through special arrangements with, and all authorized materials were supplies by Musical Theatre International, New York NY

(212) 541-4684 mtishows.com

07/18/2026

07/10/2026

Join us for STEAM Saturday tomorrow!
Drop in anytime between 10 AM and 2 PM to cool off from the summer heat — we’ll have fun hands‑on activities inside the air‑conditioning and water play outside.

And if you can’t join us, here are some of the fun projects you can try at home!

🧽 SPONGE & WATER PLAY
Toddlers • Ages 1–3
Explore, squeeze, splash, and learn! This sensory station helps little ones discover how water moves and how sponges absorb.
Materials: Sponges, water bins, cups, towels
STEAM Focus: Absorption • Cause & Effect • Fine Motor Skills

⭐ STAR PAINT & POUR
All Ages
Create a colorful star using paint‑pour art! Kids layer colors and pour to make swirling, marbled designs.
Materials: Star canvases, paint cups, popsicle sticks, glitter
STEAM Focus: Color Theory • Flow & Movement • Creative Design

🚀 BOTTLE ROCKETS
Outdoor Launch Area
Watch your rocket blast off! Vinegar + baking soda = pressure + propulsion.
Materials: Plastic bottles, vinegar, baking soda packets, corks
Safety: Goggles required • Launch away from people
STEAM Focus: Chemical Reactions • Pressure • Engineering

🌋 ERUPTING VOLCANO
Elephant Toothpaste Reaction
Make your own foamy lava eruption! Kids mix safe ingredients to create a bubbly chemical reaction.
Materials: Hydrogen peroxide (3%), dish soap, food coloring, yeast + warm water
STEAM Focus: Catalysts • Gas Formation • Reaction Speed

🫧 GIANT BUBBLES
Baby Pool Bubble Zone
Step inside a bubble or make giant floating shapes!
Materials: Baby pool, hula hoop, pool noodle bubble wands, bubble solution
STEAM Focus: Surface Tension • Shapes & Geometry • Engineering Bubble Tools

07/08/2026

It’s going to be a hot one this weekend — cool off with STEAM Saturday!

Drop in this Saturday, July 11th for Summer Science Splash & Sparks – Red, White & STEAM! We’ll have fun hands-on activities inside the air conditioning and water play outside to keep everyone refreshed.

STEAM Saturdays happen every second Saturday of the month and are FREE workshops designed for ages 1–10. Kids can explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through unique activities and take-home projects.

Drop in anytime between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM for age‑appropriate activities.