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Friday
December 2025
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Chill @ CMNH

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Chill at the Museum during extended winter hours!

This winter, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History invites you to enjoy extended hours on select Fridays from 5–9pm. Experience a cozy evening of exploration and entertainment as you wander through Museum exhibits, sip drinks at the cash bars, and watch captivating films in Murch Auditorium. For the curious, join flashlight tours of Perkins Wildlife Center and discover after-dark encounters with the Museum’s animal ambassadors. Whether you plan a winter date night or bring your friends and family, you’re sure to enjoy a unique after-hours experience.

Details:

  • On Friday, December 19, enjoy a 7pm screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas in Murch Auditorium. See all upcoming dates and films.
  • Flashlight tours of Perkins Wildlife Center will be offered at 5:30pm and 6pm on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Cocktails will be available at a cash bar in the Visitor Hall; food and beverages can be purchased in the Museum’s Origins Café.

Tickets:

Film screenings and flashlight tours of Perkins Wildlife Center are included with admission and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Members
Free; reservations recommended

Nonmembers
In addition to ensuring a smooth arrival experience, purchasing your tickets in advance gets you a $3 discount on Chill @ CMNH tickets.

ADULT (19–60): Advance: $25 | At the door: $28
YOUTH (2–18): Advance: $18 | At the door: $21
SENIOR (61+): Advance: $18 | At the door: $21
UNDERGRAD: Advance: $18 | At the door: $21
MILITARY VETERAN: Advance: $18 | At the door: $21
UNDER 2: Free

Become a Museum member to enjoy unlimited general admission and more!

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