Weirdly Wonderful Holidays
Events
Weirdly Wonderful Holidays
November 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026 CST
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.
1st Floor
The Reflecting Tree
Enchanted Caves
Fire & Ice Light Show
1924 Wurlitzer Organ
2nd Floor
Seaside Santa
3rd Floor
Santa in the City
North Pole Escape
Sparkling Gateway
Magical Winter Nights
4th Floor
Santa’s Workshop
Mrs. Claus’ Story Corner
Art City
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. 28 – Sun, Nov. 30
- Fri, Dec. 5 – Sun, Dec. 7
- Fri, Dec. 12 – Sun, Dec. 14
- Fri, Dec. 19 – Wed, 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–5pm:
- Fri, Nov. 28 – Sun, Nov. 30
- Fri, Dec. 5 – Sun, Dec. 7
- Fri, Dec. 12 – Sun, Dec. 14
- Fri, Dec. 19 – Wed, 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. 28 – Sun, Nov. 30
- Fri, Dec. 5 – Sun, Dec. 7
- Fri, Dec. 12 – Sun, Dec. 14
- Fri, Dec. 19 – Wed, Dec. 24
- Fri, Dec. 26 – Sun, Jan. 4
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 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. 19: 4pm – 7pm
- Sat, Dec. 20: 4pm – 7pm
- Fri, Dec. 26: 4pm – 7pm
- Sat, Dec. 27: 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.
Merry Misfits Café
3rd Floor – Beatnik Bob’s
- Jingle Juice – Moscato, Prosecco, cran/apple juice, vodka, and garnishes of mint, cranberries, and red sugar rim
- Cranberry Paloma – tequila, grapefruit juice, cranberry juice, soda water, and garnished with grapefruit wedge, cranberries, and sugar rim
- Sugar Cookie Martini – vanilla vodka, Bailey’s, Amaretto, milk, and garnishes of sugar cookie rim
- Specialty Seasonal Beers – Fat Elvis Stout, Silent Night, Earmuffs, Mother’s Winter Grind Stout
Open until 30 minutes prior to closing each day.
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 2025! 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, November 28 – Sunday, January 4
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.