Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light

Explore rich holiday traditions from around the globe while creating your own traditions with loved ones in Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light.

It began in 1942 with a single tree. Today, the Museum’s beloved annual celebration features a four-story, floor-to-dome Grand Tree, surrounded by a forest of more than 50 trees and displays decorated by volunteers to represent the holiday traditions from cultures around the globe. It’s the one-of-a-kind experience that brings a whole world of holiday joy under one roof.

Events:

Naughty or Nice?

Get ready for Naughty or Nice! Are you on Santa’s naughty or nice list this year? No matter what you expect in your stocking, celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at MSI, 21-and-up style with MSI’s beloved Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light exhibits, sip seasonal drinks and snap naughty—or nice—selfies with Santa Claus and Krampus. Every attendee must be at least 21 years old and have a valid ID.

Timings: Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Event (21+ with ID)

Tickets: $35 (Griffin MSI members: $20)

Kick off your holiday season by experiencing the annual Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light exhibits at night as you sip seasonal drinks and snap naughty-or nice selfies with Santa Claus and Krampus.

Host or Publisher Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago