Tour the dazzling garden of lights, reflect on the true meaning of the season at the live nativity, and experience more during our free, annual ChristmasTown!
Find Out More5 PM–8:30 PM on Select Days (See Calendar)
ChristmasTown at the Creation Museum is becoming a Christmas tradition for families in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Stroll through the museum’s botanical gardens amid the breathtaking display of thousands of multi-colored lights. Each year, we add new designs and more color throughout the garden trails, so your experience is never the same! Enjoy a live nativity, petting zoo, skating on our Glice® (synthetic ice) rink, festive treats and shopping, and so much more! Wednesday through Sunday evenings beginning at 5 p.m. (ET) from November 27 through December 20. Every evening beginning at 5 p.m. from December 21–30, closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Upgrade your ChristmasTown experience by touring the Creation Museum’s stunning exhibits and enjoying a delicious turkey or roast beef dinner with exclusive holiday pricing. Learn more.
See the life-size Spinosaurus and Styracosaurus steel sculptures, lit up with festive lights. The steel sculptures are impressive, at 40 feet long by 11 feet high for Spinosaurus and 18 feet long and 7 feet high for Styracosaurus.
Kids of all ages love meeting the animals at our zoo, which gives guests a hands-on experience with God's amazing creatures.
Looking for a perfect holiday activity? Our state-of-the-art Glice® rink features a synthetic ice that acts just like real ice, using special skates provided by the Creation Museum. Temperature makes no difference, so don’t miss this fun seasonal experience for the whole family! Tickets are $7.99 (includes skate rental).
Walk through biblical history as you explore exhibits that will inspire and challenge you to think biblically.
Included with Creation Museum admission and the "Upgrade Your Experience" holiday pricing.
Shop for one-of-a-kind, artisanal gifts, apparel, stuffed animals, books, DVDs, and much more!
Warm up with a cup of cocoa or get a spectacular view of the lights while dining on our classic turkey or roast beef dinner!
Step back in time as you view a realistic recreation of the events surrounding the night of our Savior’s birth. Reflect on the true meaning of Christmas as you watch Mary and Joseph with baby Jesus.
Who Is Jesus?Get a bird's-eye view of the colorful lights as you soar down the Screaming Raptor’s special 3-line Christmas course.
Ticket purchase required. Limited availability.
Book todayWhat was the mysterious “star in the east” that heralded the birth of Jesus and guided the wise men? Discover the truth about this special star in our first 4K planetarium show with stunning 3D scenes.
Learn MoreThis powerful drama is shown in our 4D Theater during ChristmasTime. The first Adam brought death and suffering into the world. The last Adam, Jesus, brought life to those who receive His gift of salvation.
The Last Adam is a 2D presentation.
5 PM–8:30 PM on Select Days (See Calendar Above)
Catch a glimpse of the remarkable events that surrounded the wonder of Christ’s birth during our 13th annual ChristmasTown at the Creation Museum (Cincinnati-Area) for only the cost of parking.
Upgrade your ChristmasTown experience by touring the Creation Museum’s stunning exhibits and enjoying a delicious turkey or roast beef dinner with exclusive holiday pricing: $24.99 for Adults; $22.99 for Seniors; $17.99 for Youth; $9.99 for Children (ages 5-10).*
Experience | Pricing |
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Garden of Lights | FREE |
Live Nativity | FREE |
Eden Animal Experience | FREE |
The Last Adam Show | FREE |
Skating | $7.99 (includes skate rental) |
Parking | $10 per vehicle |
Exhibit Admission | Included with Upgrade (see price above*) |
Christmas Dinner | Included with Upgrade (see price above*) |
Prices do not include KY sales tax
Bring the family to celebrate ChristmasTime at the Ark Encounter! See the life-size ark in rainbow-colored lights, enjoy a Christmas meal, shop for unique gifts, meet adorable zoo animals, and more!