Celebrate the season at SLAM and step into a world of wonder with our festive winter events!
From hands-on art making to enchanting holiday performances, there’s something for everyone at SLAM. Wander through our galleries, enjoy special tours and activities for all ages, and make memories with family and friends. Whether you’re here for cozy crafts and seasonal drinks, holiday concerts, or anything in between, the Museum is your destination for winter magic. Bundle up and join us for a season filled with joy, creativity, and inspiration!
Festive Fridays
Fridays, November 28–December 19
SLAM will celebrate the holiday season with free concerts, tours, gallery activations, and art-making activities every Friday from November 28 through December 19. In between programs and visits to the galleries, stop by a holiday pop-up bar in Sculpture Hall to purchase seasonal drinks and snacks.
Winter Celebrations
Saturday, December 13 And Sunday, December 14
The Winter Celebrations festival is inspired by holiday traditions from around the world! It is a free, family-friendly festival that features different performances and family art activities each day. No tickets or reservations are required.
Kwanzaa Celebration
Friday, December 26 | 10 am–8 pm
Enjoy a day of culture, performance, and tradition! Celebrated at the Museum for 25 years, the free, annual Kwanzaa Celebration is presented in partnership with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Saint Louis Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter.
Winter Shopping at SLAM
Don’t miss this chance to find the perfect art-inspired presents for your loved ones and add a touch of art to your winter celebrations. Visit one of the Museum shops and discover unique gifts and timeless treasures!
Members receive a 10 percent discount. Not a Museum Member? Join today or give the gift of Membership to a loved one this holiday season.
Exhibitions on view
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Manuel Mathieu: Pendulum
Until November 30, 2025 -
Patterns of Luxury: Islamic Textiles, 11th–17th Centuries
Until January 4, 2026 -
Anselm Kiefer
Becoming the Sea
Until January 25, 2026