Wordplay Wednesday: Back-to-School Edition

Wed Sep 03 2025 at 04:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-05:00

925 13th St NW, Washington D.C., DC, United States, Washington, District of Columbia 20005 | Washington

Planet Word Museum
Publisher/HostPlanet Word Museum
Wordplay Wednesday: Back-to-School Edition
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Class is back in session, and so is the fun at Wordplay Wednesday: Back-to-School Edition! Celebrate the start of a new school year with an evening of wordplay and discovery. All three floors of Planet Word will stay open late, including the interactive Unlock the Music karaoke gallery and the laugh-out-loud Joking Around humor gallery. Enjoy word-based puzzles, games, drinks, and a little retail therapy at the Present Perfect gift shop. Guests can also indulge in complimentary sweet treats from Spilled Milk and enjoy beer, wine, and soda from a pop-up bar by Immigrant Food. Pay what you can: $5–$25. Your ticket allows us to continue offering more great programs like Wordplay Wednesday to a wider audience.
Educators will enjoy access to a special “Teacher’s Lounge” with exclusive activities, treats, and raffle prizes. Contact [email protected] for free educator tickets.
Planet Word members receive free admission for two to Wordplay Wednesday events. Not a member yet? Join today: https://planetwordmuseum.org/membership/
For questions or concerns regarding accessibility needs, please contact [email protected].
Lexicon Lane: A Word-Sleuthing Adventure (ADD ON): https://planetwordmuseum.org/lexicon-lane/
Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test in Lexicon Lane, an immersive puzzle experience on the museum’s third floor. Decipher clues hidden among charming shops and landmarks to solve the mystery before time runs out!
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