Special Event
Mixers and Elixirs:
New Year’s Eve
Wednesday, December 31
Mixers and Elixirs: New Year’s Eve
Wednesday, December 31
General Admission: 9:00 pm-1:00 am
Ring in the New Year at the Houston Museum of Natural Science!
What better way to welcome 2026 than surrounded by your favorite exhibits? Dance among the dinosaurs, enjoy delicious food in the Sundial, and count down to midnight in style! Feeling bold? Head to the Planetarium Karaoke Lounge and sing your heart out as we welcome the New Year together.
Enjoy live music from Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band, plus beats from DJ Q and DJ SkaDean, creating an unforgettable night to kick off your year! For a more laid-back vibe, catch a special screening of Ocean’s Eleven (2001) in the Wortham Giant Screen Theatre.
Looking for something extra special? Our VIP experience includes access to three exclusive VIP areas, a complimentary drink ticket, a midnight champagne toast, and a food voucher redeemable at any Sundial food vendor (excluding dessert vendors).
Your mobile tickets will be generated and sent to you via email on the day of the New Year’s Eve Mixer, Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 3:00 pm.
If you haven’t received your mobile tickets by that time, please contact us at 713-639-4629 so we can assist you in retrieving them.
Please note that the resale or transfer of tickets is strictly prohibited.
You can view your reservation anytime in the Upcoming Events tab of your online Box Office account.
*This event is 21+
VIP Experience: 8:00 pm-1:00 am
Elevate your celebration with the ultimate VIP treatment!
Make the most of your night, go VIP!
Your mobile tickets will be generated and sent to you via email on the day of the New Year’s Eve Mixer, Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 3:00 pm.
If you haven’t received your mobile tickets by that time, please contact us at 713-639-4629 so we can assist you in retrieving them.
Please note that the resale or transfer of tickets is strictly prohibited.
You can view your reservation anytime in the Upcoming Events tab of your online Box Office account.
*This event is 21+
Ring in the New Year at the Houston Museum of Natural Science!
What better way to welcome 2026 than surrounded by your favorite exhibits? Dance among the dinosaurs, enjoy delicious food in the Sundial, and count down to midnight in style! Feeling bold? Head to the Planetarium Karaoke Lounge and sing your heart out as we welcome the New Year together.
Enjoy live music from Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band, plus beats from DJ Q and DJ SkaDean, creating an unforgettable night to kick off your year! For a more laid-back vibe, catch a special screening of Ocean’s Eleven (2001) in the Wortham Giant Screen Theatre.
Looking for something extra special? Our VIP experience includes access to three exclusive VIP areas, a complimentary drink ticket, a midnight champagne toast, and a food voucher redeemable at any Sundial food vendor (excluding dessert vendors).
Your mobile tickets will be generated and sent to you via email on the day of the New Year’s Eve Mixer, Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 3:00 pm.
If you haven’t received your mobile tickets by that time, please contact us at 713-639-4629 so we can assist you in retrieving them.
Please note that the resale or transfer of tickets is strictly prohibited.
You can view your reservation anytime in the Upcoming Events tab of your online Box Office account.
*This event is 21+
VIP Experience: 8:00 pm-1:00 am
Elevate your celebration with the ultimate VIP treatment!
- Early entry to the event at 8:00 pm
- Access to three exclusive VIP areas featuring private cash bars
- A food voucher redeemable for one meal at any food tent near the Sundial (dessert vendors excluded)
- One drink ticket plus a glass of champagne at midnight to toast the New Year in style
Make the most of your night, go VIP!
Your mobile tickets will be generated and sent to you via email on the day of the New Year’s Eve Mixer, Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 3:00 pm.
If you haven’t received your mobile tickets by that time, please contact us at 713-639-4629 so we can assist you in retrieving them.
Please note that the resale or transfer of tickets is strictly prohibited.
You can view your reservation anytime in the Upcoming Events tab of your online Box Office account.
*This event is 21+
Wednesday, December 31, 9:00 pm
See Event Member Adult $50, Public Adult $60
See Admission VIP Adult $120
See VIP Admission Please Note:
Tickets are only valid if purchased through our official link or directly from our box office. We cannot verify or guarantee tickets purchased through third-party sellers.
General Admission | 9:00 pm–1:00 am
VIP Experience | 8:00 pm–1:00 am
*Tickets at the door are subject to availability
General Admission | 9:00 pm–1:00 am
- Early Bird (through Nov. 30): $50 Members | $60 Public
- Starting Dec. 1: $60 Members | $70 Public
- At the Door: $70 Members | $80 Public
VIP Experience | 8:00 pm–1:00 am
- Early Bird (through Nov. 30): $120
- Starting Dec. 1: $130
- At the Door: $140
*Tickets at the door are subject to availability
Guidelines
Please note – This event is for adults 21 or older.
To provide increased safety for our beloved guests (you), law enforcement will be using metal detection wands to briefly scan each party-goer on their way in.
No outside alcohol will be allowed into the museum.
HMNS is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. With that in mind, the museum security staff has implemented additional security measures ahead of Wednesday’s Mixers & Elixirs: New Year’s Eve event. We encourage attendees to arrive early to allow extra time to get into the special event. You and your belongings may be searched upon entry. If you elect not to consent to the searches, you will be denied entry into the museum.
