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Christmas in Cincinnati/NKY

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!

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Open Wednesday through Sunday evenings beginning at 5 p.m. (ET) from November 27th through December 20th. Every evening beginning at 5 p.m. from December 21st to 30th. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

ChristmasTown 2021

5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 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 5:00 p.m. (ET) from November 26 through December 12. Every evening beginning at 5:00 p.m. from December 15–30, 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.

Buddy Davis Sculptures

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.

Eden Animal Experience

Kids of all ages love meeting the animals at our zoo, which gives guests a hands-on experience with God's amazing creatures.

Skating Rink

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).

Explore Exhibits

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.

Unique Christmas Gifts

Shop for one-of-a-kind, artisanal gifts, apparel, stuffed animals, books, DVDs, and much more!

Seasonal Food & Festive Treats

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!

Live Nativity

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?

Zip Lines

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.

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What Was the Christmas Star?

What 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.

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The Last Adam

This 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.

Free Christmas Event in Cincinnati/NKY!

5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Select Days (See Calendar Above)

Catch a glimpse of the remarkable events that surrounded the wonder of Christ’s birth during our 14^th 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
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

ChristmasTime
at the Ark

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!

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