‍Sleigh bells ring softly as Santa brings the Ho-Ho-Holiday magic to Children's Museum Houston!

Monday, Dec. 15

Made possible through gifts from The Stanford and Joan Alexander Family

HOUSTON (Dec. 4, 2025) – Let it glow, let it glow, let it glow! Children’s Museum Houston is turning down the lights, softening the sounds, and opening its doors for a specially crafted Sensory Friendly Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025, sleighed with winter cheer, wrapped in wonder, and topped with a special visit from Santa! Designed for children with ASD, sensory processing disorders, and a variety of learning differences, this exclusive event transforms the Museum into a peaceful winter sanctuary where every child can explore at their own pace. Registration is required.

During Sensory Friendly Day, you’ll enjoy:

• A less crowded environment.
• Light and sound reduction for extra comfort.
• Extra visual safety signage for confident navigation.
• Designated quiet rooms perfect for a winter breather.

WHAT’S HAPPENING?:

Santa Meet-and-Greet: Santa’s making a special, sensory-considerate stop! Share your holiday wishes, enjoy a peaceful interaction, and snap a memory worth framing.

When: From 10 a.m. to 1p.m. in Kids’ Hall.  

Elf Story Time and Craft sponsored by Phillips 66:  Join Educator Heather for a soothing story time straight from Santa’s library, plus a simple holiday craft to keep little hands busy.

When: At 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in Parent Resource Library.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE PARTNERS: (All Day in Kid’s Hall)

• ASD Therapy Services: Learn how personalized ABA therapy helps kids build confidence and independence.‍
• University of Houston Cognitive Development Lab: Discover how language-learning research can empower educators and families. ‍
• DePelchin Children’s Center – Developmental Screening: Explore early developmental snapshots to better understand your child’s needs.
• ‍Luna Family Autism: Connect with experts providing therapy, education, and family-centered programs.

During your visit, be sure to check out a KultureCity Sensory Bag at the Welcome Center, the perfect helper for a calm, cool, and collected visit. These come with noise-reducing headphones, fidgets, visual cue cards, and an ID card with a breakaway lanyard.

UPCOMING SENSORY FRIENDLY DAYS:

• Feb. 9, 2026 – Children’s Museum Houston
• April 14, 2026 – Children’s Museum Houston
• April 20, 2026 – Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center

HOURS/COST:

• SENSORY FRIENDLY DAY SPECIAL HOURS: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Special Sensory Friendly Day Admission:     $9.95 per person at Children’s Museum Houston. Children under one and Museum Members receive free admission.

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Pre-registration required.  Please contact Lydia Dungus or call (713) 535-7238 to make a reservation.

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