Naughty or Nice
21+ evening event
December 10, 2026
Naughty or nice – why choose? This party has a little sugar and spice!
Kick off the holiday season!
Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026: 6 to 10 p.m. (21+ event)
Join us for our signature after-hours holiday celebration. Sip festive beverages as you explore Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light and capture that perfect holiday moment with Santa and Mrs. Claus – but keep your eyes peeled, the Grinch is looking to add to the naughty list. Baby, it’s cold outside! So leave the kids at home and explore the Museum without the crowds during this holiday gathering. With music, photo ops and holiday cheer around every corner, it’s the perfect way to make new traditions. Event tickets include:
- Low-capacity access to Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light and select permanent exhibits
- Meet-and-greet with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch
- Festive face painting and pop culture trivia
- Free parking in our underground garage
- And so much more!
Tickets Adult (21+): $35 Member Adult (21+): $28 Every attendee must be at least 21 years old and have a valid ID. Anyone under the age of 21 will be turned away.
Looking for an all-ages Naughty or Nice?
Saturday, Dec. 19 at 5 p.m.
After several sold- out years, we are adding a second, kid-friendly Naughty or Nice night. This evening will feature face paint, a meet-and-greet with Santa and plenty of holiday cheer!
Know Before You Go...
- Every attendee must be at least 21 years old and have a valid ID. Anyone under the age of 21 will be turned away. (See our all-ages counterpart event!
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase from bars on Main Level 2.
- All bars at the event will be contactless payment only.
- Stan's Donuts will be open for food and beverage purchases. (Museum Kitchen will be closed.)
- Some areas of the Museum not included in Christmas Around the World and Holiday of Lights will be closed.
- Dress code: Festive glam, ugly sweaters, matching pajamas, "Die Hard" chic are all welcome. Holiday spirit required!