Festive fun at Birmingham Museums

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A season of celebration for all the family

Join us this festive season for a host of joyful events and experiences for all ages, from magical meetings with Santa to historic celebrations by candlelight.

Highlights:

  • Join Santa for storytelling at Thinktank or breakfast at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.
  • Experience Aston Hall by candlelight or a Tudor Christmas at Blakesley Hall.
  • Enjoy classic Christmas films in Thinktank’s Planetarium.  

Our events and activities

List of Events

  1. A group of staff dressed in festive jumpers and hats are next to Santa in a cafe.

    Breakfast with Santa , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

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    Start your day with a breakfast with Santa in the Tearoom at the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
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  2. Santa Claus reads a Christmas story to children beside a decorated tree with lights.

    Storytime with Santa , at Thinktank.

    Weekends and Christmas Holidays until 23 December (excluding 22 December)
    Step into Santa's Grotto at Thinktank.
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  3. The Industrial Gallery ceiling with large neon sign that says 'Made in Birmingham'.

    Festive Performances , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    Every Sunday this December
    Live performances in our Industrial Gallery
    DetailsDrop in
  4. A staff member doing a science experiment with fire and flames shooting out of a bottle

    Lights, Science, Action! The Science of Light Show , at Thinktank.

    29 - 31 December and 2 January
    Family fun exploring the science of light.
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  5. Close up of hands doing a craft activity and sticking a feather to a piece of paper.

    Art Club: Festive New Year Crafts , at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

    Join us for some cozy crafts this festive season.
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