Grand Illumination

Help inaugurate the holiday season as the Armstrong Air & Space Museum flips the switch on their holiday lights during the Grand Illumination. At 7 p.m. sharp, the museum grounds will be illuminated by over 200,000 LED lights, with over two dozen stunning displays that feature a variety of space and holiday settings. The museum itself will also be open that Friday from 10 a.m.—8 p.m. for guests to visit and shop. The holiday lights will be illuminated nightly afterwards until January 1, 2027. Event highlights include: Get a free outdoor picture with Santa Claus, available periodically between 5 p.m.—8 p.m. Grab a warm complimentary cup of hot chocolate. Limited quantity. Create a beautiful keepsake with the museum's holiday photo activity. Come inside for a little Black Friday holiday shopping, with discounts from 5 p.m.—8 p.m. Purchase a ticket and explore the museum galleries during our extended holiday hours. Check out some of the museum's newest displays, including our new lit outdoor holiday frame photobooth. Outdoor viewing of the Armstrong Museum Holiday Lights is always FREE to the public! Indoor admission is normal pricing, however, shopping at the store has no admission price.