Weirdly Wonderful Holidays
2025-11-28 00:00 - 2026-01-04 23:59 (America/Chicago)
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 FloorThe Reflecting Tree

Enchanted CavesFire & Ice Light Show1924 Wurlitzer Organ

2nd FloorSeaside Santa

3rd FloorSanta in the CityNorth Pole EscapeSparkling GatewayMagical Winter Nights

4th FloorSanta’s WorkshopMrs. Claus’ Story CornerArt 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-themed performances at 1pm and 3pm:

Sat, Dec. 6

Sun, Dec. 7

Sat, Dec. 20

Sun, Dec. 21

Sat, Dec. 27

Sun, Dec. 28

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.

Oh, look! We’re in the news!

KMOV’s My St. Louis LIVE! — Celebrating The Holiday At City Museum (video above)

STL TV’s City Corner — City Museum Weirdly Wonderful Holidays (video)

Explore St. Louis — The Best Events for Holiday Fun in St. Louis

St. Louis Magazine — Your ultimate guide to family-friendly holiday activities in St. Louis

Sauce Magazine — Your guide to holiday pop-ups in St. Louis, from adults-only to family-friendly

St. Louis Dad – Weirdly Wonderful Holidays at City Museum

Alexis Zotos — Your Guide to Holiday Fun in St. Louis this Season

Holiday Food Drive
2025-12-11 00:00 - 2025-12-21 23:59
The weather outside sure is frightful, so let’s help make our local community more delightful! We will be collecting food donations for St. Louis Area Foodbank this holiday season, as they work to help the almost 400,000 people in our region, including almost 120,000 children, facing food insecurity.

Bring in 5 non-perishable food items in their original, sealed packages during our Holiday Food Drive, and we’ll give you $5 off General Admission for that day, to thank you for your support.

The best foods to donate during the holiday season include:

Canned fruits and vegetables

Canned meat, fish, and beans

Instant mashed potatoes

Macaroni and cheese

Peanut butter and jelly

Rice and pasta products

Applesauce and fruit snacks

Crackers, granola bars, cereal, and other dry snacks

Gravy, stuffing, and other holiday meal classics

Visit the St. Louis Area Foodbank website for more information about how to help.

Discount applied to single-day General Admission at the time of your donation. One discount per 5 food items donated. Food items must be non-perishable and in their original, sealed packages
