A large, decorated Christmas tree with lights stands in the center of a festive outdoor scene, surrounded by smaller lit displays, including a reindeer, snowmen, and colorful ornaments.

Holidays / Family Activities / Member Events

Autry Holiday Event – Santa’s Winter Wonderland

Autry Museum in Griffith Park

Appropriate For:
Families
Admission:
Autry Members: Adults $8pp and Children (ages 2-12) $5pp ; Non-Members: Adults: $25pp and Children (ages 2-12) $10pp. All children under age 2 are free with advance registration.
RSVP/Reservations:
Reservations required for all members and guests

About the Event

Get into the holiday spirit with a snow play area on the Autry backlot, festive treats, holiday crafts, and live music―and take a photo with Santa Claus!

Activities Include:

  • Play in the snow!
  • Take a photo with Santa Claus
  • Kids Craft: create a special ornament to take home
  • Candyland bouncy house and slide on the Autry backlot
  • Live music―enjoy holiday classics and Americana
  • Enjoy hot cocoa, apple cider, and holiday cookies
  • Shop for gifts at the Autry Store―Autry members receive a discount
  • Be inspired by our galleries and new exhibitions

Online ticketing will be available in October 2026. 

Please direct inquiries to the Membership Office at 323.495.4262. 

Land Acknowledgment

The Autry Museum of the American West acknowledges the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples as the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar (the Los Angeles basin and So. Channel Islands). We recognize that the Autry Museum and its campuses are located on the traditional lands of Gabrielino/Tongva peoples and we pay our respects to the Honuukvetam (Ancestors), ‘Ahiihirom (Elders) and ‘Eyoohiinkem (our relatives/relations) past, present and emerging.

Autry Museum of the American West

4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027-1462
In Griffith Park across from the Los Angeles Zoo
Map and Directions

Free parking for Autry visitors


MUSEUM AND STORE HOURS
Tuesday⁠–⁠Friday 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

DINING
Food trucks are available on select days, contact us for details at 323.495.4252.
The cafe is closed temporarily until further notice.