Christmas in Cincinnati/NKY
Nov. 29 – Dec. 30, 2019
Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
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 MoreFree Christmas Event!
Tour the dazzling garden of lights, reflect on the true meaning of the season at the live nativity, and more during our free annual ChristmasTown at the Creation Museum event to celebrate Christmas in Cincinnati/NKY. Enjoy all this for only the cost of parking.
Learn MoreHours & Dates
ChristmasTown runs every night from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., November 29 through December 30, 2019, in addition to the museum’s regular hours from 10:00 a.m. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Garden of Lights
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!
New Buddy Davis Sculptures
See the brand-new 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 the petting zoo, designed to give guests a hands-on experience with God's amazing creatures. Complete the evening with a ride on our friendly camels.
New Exhibits Now Open!
One-third of the Creation Museum has been completely upgraded with amazing new 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, including our large fair trade market!
Food Court & Noah’s Café
Warm up with a cup of cocoa from the food court or get a spectacular view of the lights from Noah’s Café while dining on our classic turkey or pot roast dinner! The full Noah’s Café menu will also be available.
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. Learn more and book today.
Ticket purchase required. Limited availability.
4D Theater
Stay toasty in our new theater and take in an impressive 4D show!
Tips for Your Visit
Free Christmas Event in Cincinnati/NKY!
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 unlimited hot chocolate in an exclusive ChristmasTown souvenir mug: $14.99.* Special pricing available after 5 p.m.
| Experience | Pricing |
|---|---|
| Garden of Lights | FREE |
| Live Nativity | FREE |
| Eden Animal Experience | FREE |
| 4D Theater | FREE |
| Parking | $5 per vehicle |
| Exhibit Admission | Included with Upgrade (see price above*) |
| Exclusive Holiday Mug | Included with Upgrade (see price above*) |
| Unlimited Hot Chocolate | Included with Upgrade (see price above*) |
| Camel Rides | $8 per guest |
| Zip Lines (3-line course) | $19.95 per guest |
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, glide across the skating rink, enjoy a Christmas buffet, shop for unique gifts, meet adorable zoo animals, and more!
