Winter Fest at the State Museum
See THE POLAR EXPRESS 4D EXPERIENCE for FREE with the purchase of an Explorer 2 Ticket during Winter Fest!*
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Museum Hours
Please note: the State Museum will be OPEN on New Year’s Day.
Mon: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tues: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Wed. – Fri: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sun: Noon – 5 p.m.
Winter Fest at the State Museum
Through Jan. 5, 2020
The South Carolina State Museum is the perfect destination for holiday family fun this season!
See THE POLAR EXPRESS 4D EXPERIENCE for FREE with the purchase of an Explorer 2 Ticket during Winter Fest!*
Activities are included with museum general admission or membership except those noted ($)
Enjoy:
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Avoid the Mall rush and Meet Santa at the State Museum on Sat., Dec. 21, Sun., Dec. 22 and Mon., Dec. 23. Picture with Santa available for purchase, click HERE for more information.
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Special 4D Theater and Planetarium shows. ($)
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Live performances on special days.
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Winter Break Camps. ($) Register Today!
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Snowball fights and igloo building (Dec. 26 – Jan. 5).
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Hands-on fun with holiday crafts.
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And More!
* Offer not valid on Dollar Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020
Special Offer!
See THE POLAR EXPRESS 4D EXPERIENCE for FREE with the purchase of an Explorer 2 Ticket
Offer valid from Dec. 21 – Sat., Jan. 4.
Holiday Fun in 4-D!
THE POLAR EXPRESS 4-D EXPERIENCE
Now Showing
You’re invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on THE POLAR EXPRESS! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. Run time: 15 mins.
Tickets and Showtimes
Planterium Experiences
Winter Fest Special Events
In addition to hands-on crafts and holiday shows every day, families can also enjoy these special activities and events:
Winter Break Camps
Dec. 20 through Jan. 5, 2020
Kids out of school for winter break? These fun day camps for ages 6-12 include a Noon Year’s Eve Bash, a Snow(!) Day, a day focused on Dash-ing and Dot-ing Through the Snow with our resident robots and lots more. Pre-registration required. Click HERE to register online.
Santa Meet and Greet
Sat., Dec. 21, Sun., Dec. 22 and Mon., Dec. 23
Avoid the Mall rush and Meet Santa at the State Museum on Sat., Dec. 21, Sun., Dec. 22 and Mon., Dec. 23. Picture with Santa available for purchase, click HERE for more information.
Marionette Theater Performance, “Santa’s Christmas Party”
Sat., Dec. 21 at 11:30 a.m.
Enjoy a live puppet performance featuring Santa Claus and other special party guests!
Nutcracker Performance by Anne Brodie’s Carolina Ballet Company
Sat., Dec. 21 at 1 p.m.
Watch talented dancers perform selections from this holiday classic.
Holiday Cookie Decorating
Sat., Dec. 21 from 2:30 – 4 p.m.
Watch talented dancers perform selections from this holiday classic.
Snowball Fights & Igloo Building
Thurs., Dec. 26 – Sun., Jan. 5, 2020 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Have fun playing in our Winter Wonderland, just make sure to watch out for snowballs!
An Enchanted Tea Party
Fri., Dec. 27 from 6 – 9 p.m.
Meet Anna and Elsa, sip on enchanted tea, see the museum debut of a new 4D show and lots more. Costumes encouraged! Click HERE to learn more and get tickets.
Spa Day
Mon., Dec. 30 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Get creative and make your own relaxing spa treats, including bath bombs and more.
Noon Year’s Eve
Tues., Dec. 31 at 12 p.m.
Celebrate the New Year a little early with a Noon countdown, bubble wrap popping and a sparkling grape juice toast.
