Holiday Happenings

December 2, 2024

By Frost Science

Holiday Hours

Frost Science is open daily, including Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve. You and your loved ones can spend the day exploring the science behind the world around us while creating memories you’ll cherish well into the season.

  • Tuesday, December 24 – Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day): 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, December 26 – Monday, December 30: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, December 31 (New Year’s Eve): 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, January 1 (New Year’s Day) – Sunday, January 5: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Visit frostscience.org/planyourday to book your tickets.

Holiday Happenings

Science enthusiasts, both young and young-at-heart, are invited to immerse themselves in a vibrant celebration featuring a fusion of winter wonders starting Thursday, December 19. Explore an enticing mix of seasonal scientific spectacles, including captivating live shows and pop-up programs that infuse the spirit of the holidays into the realm of discovery. Don’t forget to check out our special holiday photo ops throughout the museum!

Times and dates vary so check our daily schedule once you arrive at the museum.

Programming

  • Live Holiday Science Show: Explore the chilling power of extreme cold using liquid nitrogen during our live “Chilling Science Show” daily on the Ocean Gallery stage inside Power of Science. This interactive show highlights the fascinating science behind freezing temperatures, turning the stage into a winter wonderland!
  • Jingle Bell Journey Passport Program: Earn stamps as you discover the science of the holidays. Pick up your passport at the museum entrance or at the activation station. Then, earn at least three stamps to get a complimentary holiday gift at the Science Store
  • Santa and Elf Aquarium Dives: Santa and their elf helper will be making a splash as they dive in our Gulf Stream Aquarium exhibit throughout the season. If you’ve been nice this year, you may be able to spot them! Be sure to check the daily schedule onsite as schedule is subject to change.
    • December 20 – 22; 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
    • December 27 – 29; 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
    • January 3 – 5; 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.