WNDR Museum, Chicago’s original immersive art and technology experience, invites guests to immerse themselves in the magic of the holiday season at its inaugural Winter WNDRland celebration. From November 27th to January 2nd, WNDR Museum will feature a brand-new interactive light-up Santa’s Sleigh installation, photos with Santa and holiday-themed elements throughout existing fan favorite installations. WNDR Museum will also host three special holiday events: WNDR Ugly Sweater Party (Dec. 4), a Holiday Wreath Workshop (Dec. 8) and WNDRland of the Sweets (Dec. 17). Open seven days a week, WNDR Museum is located in Chicago’s West Loop at 1130 W. Monroe St.
“WNDR Museum is founded on inspiring childlike joy and curiosity within us all, and nothing has the power to bring us back to that quite like the holidays,” said Ryan Kunkel, president of WNDR Global. “Whether enjoying a cocktail at our Ugly Sweater Party or indulging in holiday treats at WNDRland of the Sweets, Winter WNDRland will be a festive experience for families, date nights and anyone seeking holiday cheer.”
Photos with Santa
Beginning Saturday, November 27, guests are invited to WNDR Museum’s newest installation, an interactive light-up Santa experience. In addition to Santa’s LED sleigh, Saint Nick himself will be on hand at WNDR Museum every Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and every Tuesday from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. through Tuesday, Dec. 21. Limited quantities of photos with Santa will be available for $25 per group as a separate onsite purchase on a first come, first served basis, and include a printed and digital photo.
The WNDR Museum Ugly Sweater Party
Beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, December 4, WNDR Museum invites guests to dress in their festive holiday worst at its first-ever Ugly Sweater Party, an event for guests aged 21 and over. Featuring drinks, music by DJ SKOLi and all WNDR Museum has to offer, tickets are now available for $50 and include two drinks per guest.
Holiday Wreath Workshop
WNDR Museum attendees interested in bringing some holiday cheer home are invited to showcase their creativity and join Indigo & Violet Studio for a live wreath making workshop on Wednesday, December 8 at 6 p.m. No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm and holiday cheer! Tickets, which include the Wreath Workshop and WNDR Museum admission, are available now for $65 per guest.
WNDRland of the Sweets
Taking place Friday, December 17 beginning at 7 p.m., WNDRland of the Sweets welcomes guests to explore the magic of WNDR Museum’s installations after hours and celebrate the most delicious part of the holiday season! Guests can enjoy an array of holiday treats from acclaimed chef Stephanie Izard’s Sugargoat throughout their museum experience and immerse themselves in a Nutcracker-inspired holiday realm for all ages. Tickets are now available for $50 each and include museum entry, treat stations and music from DJ SKOLi.
In addition to holiday events and activations, WNDR Museum invites guests to spread some holiday cheer through a donation drive with Cradles to Crayons from November 15 to January 2. Guests can donate new and like-new items for children from birth through age 12. Product donation guidelines are available here.
Tickets and more information for all Winter WNDRland events and activities are now available at www.wndrmuseum.com.
About WNDR Museum
WNDR Museum is Chicago’s original immersive art and technology experience located in the city’s West Loop neighborhood at 1130 W. Monroe St. The 10,000-square-foot museum is filled with interactive artworks by cutting edge artists, collectives, technologists, designers and makers. WNDR disrupts and redefines the traditional museum experience. As guests travel through the WNDR Museum, they are taken on a multi-dimensional journey in which they serve as an extension of each creator by interacting with various installations. More than 20 installations awaken guests’ senses throughout WNDR’s mind-blowing experiences. In May 2021, WNDR Museum was voted one of the top five immersive art experiences in the country by USA Today’s Reader Poll. For more information, visit WNDRmuseum.com.