Weirdly Wonderful Holidays

Experience the magic of the holiday season at City Museum during Weirdly Wonderful Holidays! Step into a winter wonderland of joy and delight as City Museum transforms into a festive paradise from right after Thanksgiving, through the entire month of December, and into the New Year! From twinkling lights that illuminate the night to heartwarming encounters with Santa and his merry helpers, there's something for everyone! Dazzling Displays Be mesmerized by the breathtaking display of holiday lights that adorn City Museum's historic façade. Every day, the museum comes alive with a captivating dance of lights, filling the air with the spirit of the season. Santa's Workshop 4th Floor - Outside Art City Come see Santa like you've never seen him before -- hard at work, getting ready for Christmas Eve! Bring your little ones to meet Santa to share their dreams and wishes. Santa's jolly laughter and warm heart will make this a memory to cherish. Santa will be in his Workshop from 11am-5pm: Fri, Nov. 20 - Sun, Nov. 22 Fri, Nov. 27 - Sun, Nov. 29 Fri, Dec. 4 - Sun, Dec. 6 Fri, Dec. 11 - Sun, Dec. 13 Fri, Dec. 18 - Thurs, Dec. 24 Storytime with Mrs. Claus 4th Floor - Sullivan Gallery Gather 'round as Mrs. Claus spins heartwarming tales of holiday cheer and tradition. Her soothing voice and captivating stories will transport you to a world of magic and imagination, leaving you filled with the warmth of the season. Mrs. Claus will be spreading Holiday Cheer from 11am-4pm: Fri, Nov. 20 - Sun, Nov. 22 Fri, Nov. 27 - Sun, Nov. 29 Fri, Dec. 4 - Sun, Dec. 6 Fri, Dec. 11 - Sun, Dec. 13 Fri, Dec. 18 - Thurs, Dec. 24 Jack Frost Roaming Weirdly Wonderful Holidays Jack Frost embodies a striking blend of mischief, elegance, and wintry charm. With sharp, glacial-blue eyes that seem to shimmer like sunlight on ice, he carries an otherworldly presence from the moment he appears. Where is he? Nobody knows! Jack Frost will be nipping at your nose from 11am-5pm: Fri, Nov. 20 - Sun, Nov. 22 Fri, Nov. 27 - Sun, Nov. 29 Fri, Dec. 4 - Sun, Dec. 6 Fri, Dec. 11 - Sun, Dec. 13 Fri, Dec. 18 - Thurs, Dec. 24 Sat, Dec. 26 - Thurs, Dec. 31 Harmony Holiday Circus 3rd Floor - Circus Harmony Santa is not the only one who flies during the holidays! Come seek joy through juggling, peace through pyramids, and harmony through handsprings in these uplifting, family-friendly holiday circus shows. Holiday-themed performances at 1pm and 3pm: Dates Coming Soon! Holiday Karaoke 3rd Floor - Beatnik Bob's Sing your heart out in front of the giant underwear on the Beatnik's stage! Sing solo or sing with your friends and family -- all ages are welcome to join the chorus. Sing loud and clear, to spread the cheer: Fri, Dec. 4: 4pm - 7pm Sat, Dec. 5: 4pm - 7pm Fri, Dec. 11: 4pm - 7pm Sat, Dec. 12: 4pm - 7pm Fri, Dec. 18: 4pm - 7pm Sat, Dec. 19: 4pm - 7pm Sat, Dec. 26: 4pm - 7pm Wed, Dec. 31: 5pm - 9pm Cozy Chalet Bar 1st Floor - Cabin Inn Bar Jingle Juice - Moscato, Prosecco, cran/apple juice, vodka, and garnishes of mint, cranberries, and red sugar rim The Grinch - rum, Midori, pineapple juice, lime juice, and garnishes of cherries and red sugar rim Christmas Morning Mimosa - Prosecco, orange juice, San Pellegrino Aranciata rosso flavor, and garnishes of raspberries and mint Specialty Seasonal Beers - Fat Elvis Stout, Silent Night, Earmuffs, Mother's Winter Grind Stout Open until 30 minutes prior to closing each day. North Pole Bar 3rd Floor - Cowboy Bar in Architecture Hall Jingle Juice - Moscato, Prosecco, cran/apple juice, vodka, and garnishes of mint, cranberries, and red sugar rim Clausmopolitan - Citron vodka, white cranberry juice, orange liqueur, lime juice, and garnishes of cranberries and rosemary sprig Christmas Lemon Drop Martini - Citron vodka, orange liqueur, lemon juice, limoncello, cranberry juice, and garnishes of edible glitter, cranberries, rosemary sprigs, and sugar rim Campfire Mule - bourbon, ginger beer, lime, maple syrup, and garnishes of toasted marshmallow Specialty Seasonal Beers - Fat Elvis Stout, Silent Night, Earmuffs, Mother's Winter Grind Stout Hours may vary, due to programming and other events. Festive Bars and Cocktails Celebrate the season with something sweet, spicy, or spirited! Each bar takes on a whole new vibe for the holidays, featuring seasonal beers and unique cocktails to put a little buzz in your tidings. Elfed-Up Café 4th Floor - Overflow Café Jingle Juice - Moscato, Prosecco, cran/apple juice, vodka, and garnishes of mint, cranberries, and red sugar rim Clausmopolitan - Citron vodka, white cranberry juice, orange liqueur, lime juice, and garnishes of cranberries and rosemary sprig Christmas Lemon Drop Martini - Citron vodka, orange liqueur, lemon juice, limoncello, cranberry juice, and garnishes of edible glitter, cranberries, rosemary sprigs, and sugar rim Campfire Mule - bourbon, ginger beer, lime, maple syrup, and garnishes of toasted marshmallow Specialty Seasonal Beers - Fat Elvis Stout, Silent Night, Earmuffs, Mother's Winter Grind Stout Open until 1 hour prior to closing each day. Up On The Housetop Café 11th Floor - Rooftop Café Hot Cocoa with chocolate chips Hot Apple Cider with cinnamon Specialty Seasonal Beers - Fat Elvis Stout, Silent Night, Earmuffs, Mother's Winter Grind Stout Hours may vary, due to weather and other factors. Baby E's Mocktail Bar 3rd Floor - Baby Elephant Snack Bar Butterscotch Brew (n/a) - cream soda, caramel extract, butter extract, butterscotch topping, whipped cream Crispy Apple Cider (n/a) - cream soda, apple cider, apple pie spice, whipped cream Open until 1 hour prior to closing each day. Festive Feasts It's not just all sugar and gumdrops -- we also have the perfect cold-weather comfort food to keep you smiling all season long! Lizard Lounge Mezzanine Hot Ham and Cheese Croissant Christmas Chicken Salad Croissant - Cranberries/Nuts/Sweet Notes, Cranberry Sauce Spread Mrs. Claus's Salad - Craisins, Feta, Granny Smith Apples, Walnuts, Grilled Chicken and Balsamic Vinaigrette Vault & Tenders 2nd Floor - Vault Room Mom's Leftover Mac and Cheese Bites served with Ranch Dressing Baby E's 3rd Floor - Baby Elephant Snack Bar Christmas Corn - Caramel and Butter Popcorn, M&M's Merry Misfits Café 3rd Floor - Beatnik Bob's Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing Tacos - Crumbled Chorizo, Cornbread Stuffing, and Turkey Gravy inside of a Flour Tortilla Elfed-Up Café 4th Floor - Overflow Café Christmas Donut Holes - Baked Donut Holes, Hershey's Chocolate Syrup drizzled on top with red, green and white sprinkles Hot Cookies - Triple Chocolate Chunk Cookie warmed in an oven and served with a carton of milk New Year's Eve Party Weirdly Wonderful Holidays is here through the very end of 2026! Join us for a New Year's Eve Party full of dancing, karaoke, crafts, and other year-ending entertainment, plus a balloon drop at 8pm to ring in the new year! Weirdly Wonderful Holidays is a whole month of winter holiday fun! With larger-than-life light displays, including outside on MonstroCity and even the Rooftop (weather permitting), City Museum will be sure to dazzle all holiday visitors! Thursday, Nov 19 - Sunday, Jan 3 Weirdly Wonderful Holidays is included with General Admission or Member Pass. Find exhibits and decorations on every floor, including outdoor areas like MonstroCity and Rooftop. Outdoor access may depend on the weather. Rooftop Access is not automatically included with General Admission, and the add-on may cost an additional fee. Oh, look! We're in the news!