Name: Naughty or Nice: All Ages Edition Event at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Start: 2026-12-19T18:00:00-06:00
Location: Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

Join us for this all-new, all-ages version of our signature after-hours holiday celebration. Explore Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light, strike a mischievous pose with the Grinch, and get your face painted by our elvish artists.
Grab some hot cocoa and get cozy at the Museum. The holiday season is all about connection and at this festive family-friendly evening there will be something for kids from one to 92. With music, photo ops and holiday cheer around every corner, it’s the perfect way for family and friends to make new traditions.
Tickets include after-hours access to select permanent exhibits, special on-stage appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus, festive face painting, kid-friendly pop culture trivia, free parking in our underground garage and more!
Learn more and book tickets through the link to the <a href="https://www.griffinmsi.org/events/all-access/naughty-or-nice-family-edition" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Museum's webite</a>. <a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/165265/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

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Saturday, Oct.10: 11am to 1pm; 2pm to 4pm; 5pm to 7pm; 8pm to 10pm 
Sunday, Oct.11: 11am to 1pm; 2pm to 4pm; 5pm to 7pm
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