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Self-Guided Holiday Tours
Holiday Nights
Sundays and Thursdays, December 6 to 27 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Additional tours on December 21, 22, and 23
Entry times every 30 minutes. Last entry time at 7:00 PM.
$18 for adults; $10 for students
Experience the festive cheer of the mansion aglow in holiday lights. With over a dozen Christmas trees and thousands of twinkling lights, this breath-taking view of Brucemore is sure to bring Christmas alive for the whole family. These self-guided tours give you the opportunity to indulge in the cozy splendor of the season on select evenings in December.
A Brucemore Christmas
Select weekdays, November 27 through December 31
Hours vary by week. Please visit this page or use the “Purchase Tickets” link to see available times.
$15 for adults; $5 for students
This self-guided tour of the mansion is sure to fill you with holiday cheer! Explore our award-winning holiday tour experience, complete with over a dozen dazzling Christmas trees, sparkling seasonal décor, and a glimpse into the holidays of the past at Brucemore. Follow in the footsteps of the families of Brucemore as you explore the history of the mansion.
Santa, Snacks, and Stories
November 29 & November 30 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Entry times every 30 minutes. Last entry time at 7:30 PM.
$10 per child; $5 per adult
Santa Claus is coming to Brucemore, and he wants to meet all the little ones in Cedar Rapids to make sure they made the Nice List this year. So, kids, make sure to bring your wish list to share with Santa, and adults, have that camera ready for the perfect snapshot! Enjoy other holiday activities inside the mansion during this event, including a craft, story time in the Nursery, and a take-home snack.
Holiday Art at Brucemore
Make your own festive creation with instructors from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio!
Glass Holiday Ornament
November 15 at 12:00 PM
Tall Glass Holiday Tree
December 6 & 13 at 12:00 PM
Mansion Mixer: Twisted Tidings
December 18 | 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$25 per ticket
Mansion Mixers are your chance to explore Brucemore after hours while diving into fascinating stories from history. This holiday-themed installment in the series uncovers the odd, spooky, and just plain weird ways Victorians celebrated the season. Learn about bizarre holiday cards and the lost tradition of Christmas ghost stories as you sip a drink in the Tahitian Room. As you explore the mansion, search for Krampus figures hidden within the beautiful holiday décor. Round out the evening with Christmas trivia. Your ticket includes snacks and one complimentary drink.
A Modern Salon
January 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, & 23
$75 for adults 21+
Doors open at 7:00 PM, performance begins at 7:30 PM
Step into an elevated night of entertainment with SPT Theatre and special guests Mic Evans and Rebecca Fields-Moffat. Inspired by the Parisian salons of the early 20th century, this intimate event blends music and storytelling for a unique night of entertainment in a sophisticated setting. Before the performance, guests will enjoy a curated wine tasting paired with hors d’oeuvres. Intermission brings sparkling wine and decadent desserts.
