Don’t miss our ‘First Snow’ Family Ticket Offer

Be one of the first to see The Night Before Christmas at York Castle Museum, for a discounted price of just £45 – Book Now

This offer is available for 2 days only, Saturday 21 November and Sunday 22 November 2026, don’t miss it!

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This winter, we’re offering families the chance to experience The Night Before Christmas at York Castle Museum, for an discounted price of £45!

Available for two days only, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 2026, this special family ticket admits up to 2 adults and 3 children, meaning you can make magical festive memories together. Your ticket is valid for 12 months from your first visit, meaning you can visit again throughout the Christmas holiday, offering fantastic value for money!

Pay once, visit free all year!

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Be the first to visit The Night Before Christmas at York Castle Museum!

Take a journey to The Night Before Christmas, where the snow has fallen, the tree is lit, and Christmas Day is just one sleep away.

The famous Victorian street, Kirkgate, is transformed for the season with twinkling garlands, dressed shopfronts and preparations for the big day. Frozen in time, you’ll discover Yorkshire traditions dating back almost 200 years and the heart-warming excitement of a Victorian Christmas Eve.

Father Christmas, dressed in his traditional green attire, will be greeting visitors on Sundays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and Ebenezer Scrooge returns to the street on Fridays and Christmas Eve, for family-friendly performances of the famous Dickens tale ‘A Christmas Carol’. 

Throughout the museum, you’ll find festive feasts in the historic kitchens, authentic dressed shop fronts and sounds of live carols, festive tunes and chart-topping Christmas hits on select days.

York Castle Museum, where it’s always Christmas Eve, has everything you need for a truly magical Yorkshire Christmas. 

During your visit, you will also find:

• The historic York Castle Prison cells and the new ‘Prison Escape Stories’ experience.
• Exhibitions and immersive displays taking you through Yorkshire’s history, including the Period Rooms, World War One gallery, Sixties Street and much more!

• Fascinating stories from the museum’s collections.

• Interactive trails, creative activities, fun interactions and play opportunities for all ages.

Visit throughout the year

Your Family Ticket isn’t just for Christmas. Tickets last 12 months from date of first visit, meaning you can return again and again throughout the year to enjoy:

• Unlimited free days out
• School holiday activities and events
• New exhibitions and displays

Tickets are available to purchase online or at the admissions desk on the day.

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Offer Terms and Conditions:

• The ‘First Snow Family Ticket’ admits up to 2 adults and up to 3 children (aged 5-16 years) for 12 months from date of first visit (Saturday 21 November or Sunday 22 November 2026).
• Tickets are strictly non-transferable.
• Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount.
• Family Tickets already purchased for dates Saturday 21 November or Sunday 22 November 2026 cannot be refunded for the special offer price.