# Holiday Magic Family Celebration at The Magic House

> Event for families in the St. Louis area (MO / IL). Times are Central Time.

- When: Dec 1 – Dec 24 · 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Where: The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum, 516 S Kirkwood Rd, St. Louis, MO 63122
- Ages: Ages 0–12 (tailor-made for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school kids; under 1 free)
- Price: Included with museum admission; confirm current prices on the official site
- Organizer: The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum
- Official page: https://www.magichouse.org/events/holiday-magic/
- Last checked: Sat, Nov 7

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## About

The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum celebrates the holiday season with Holiday Magic, transforming the Victorian mansion museum into a twinkling winter haven. Kids can visit with Santa Claus in a whimsical gingerbread setting, build and decorate their own gingerbread crafts in the festive maker workshop, engage in hands-on STEM snow science experiments, and explore four floors of award-winning interactive exhibits decorated with festive holiday wreaths and twinkling lights.

Family Experience & Accessibility:
• Designed for Children: Tailor-made for babies, toddlers, and elementary kids with tactile play zones, low sinks, and stepping stools throughout.
• Nursing & Strollers: Dedicated quiet nursing mother rooms, wide elevator access to all floors, and indoor stroller parking zones.
• Sensory Accommodations: Sound-reduction earmuffs and sensory backpacks are available for checkout at the admissions desk.
• Keepsakes: Children can take festive holiday photos with Santa and create a personalized wooden ornament to take home.

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