Meet Me in PaleyLand!
November 20, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Wednesdays – Sundays, 12:00 – 6:00 pm; Note that the museum closes early at 5:00 pm on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
The Paley Museum, 25 W 52 Street, NYC
Paley Members: FREE I General Public: Included with Admission (children under 12 are free)
Optional Add-Ons: Santa Photo $10 per person (Members Free); Gaming $10 per person (Family Members Free)
Tickets Santa’s Schedule Holiday Screenings
Celebrate the holidays at The Paley Museum, New York's must-visit destination for a holiday adventure, just steps from Rockefeller Center! Paley Members receive free access to the five-floor immersive holiday extravaganza PaleyLand, including photos with Santa and holiday characters, crafts, giveaways, screenings of classic holiday favorites, hot chocolate, a magical train display, and more. For just $125, your family can enjoy complimentary year-round access to The Paley Museum for two adults and up to four children. Come to PaleyLand again and again to see all your favorite characters and screenings. After just one visit, membership pays for itself!
Special Events at PaleyLand
Bring your family to this magical winter wonderland with all new and exciting special events.
PALEYFAMILY Day
Experience Mr. Clown Live at The Paley Museum!
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Mr. Clown live shows in Bennack Theater: 1:00, 2:30 pm
Photo opportunity with Mr. Clown: 12:15, 1:30, 3:00 pm
Join us for a fun-filled holiday afternoon of laughter and learning as Mr. Clown, the beloved entertainer and educator from YouTube, takes center stage at The Paley Museum. This is a unique chance for children, parents, and educators to see Mr. Clown in action before his new PBS KLCS series Hello! Hi! How are You? debuts! Mr. Clown will be joined by his friend and colleague, Tom Caltabiano, Emmy-winning writer and producer of Everybody Loves Raymond.
Come get a Mr. Clown gift bag (while supplies last)! Plus we’ll have creative crafts, festive surprises, holiday screenings, and the Toy Soldier will also be here for photos with the kids.
What Makes Mr. Clown Special?
- Educational Entertainment: Mr. Clown builds language skills and nurtures empathy through engaging and funny videos.
- Inspiring Life Lessons: Each performance is designed to deliver valuable lessons that encourage growth and learning.
- Upcoming TV Star: Be among the first to see Mr. Clown's new PBS KLCS series, Hello! Hi! How are You? which will inspire young viewers everywhere.
This event is perfect for families, educators, and anyone who thrives on quality children's entertainment, so click on the button below to secure your spot.
FREE for Paley Members
Included with General Admission for Nonmembers, kids under 12 are free.
PALEYFAMILY Day
Kick Off the Holidays with Elf: The Musical
Saturday, November 30, 2024
12:00 – 4:30 pm
See Santa’s favorite Little Helper thanks to our friends at Elf: The Musical. Get a photo with our elf and enter for a chance to win free tickets to see Elf: The Musical on Broadway! Plus, the Toy Soldier from the Nutcracker will be here to entertain the little ones, create your elf hat at our arts and crafts station, and join us in our cozy theater for a festive celebration of classic holiday episodes from your favorite family specials!
PALEYFAMILY Day
See the Magic of Xavier Riddle at PaleyLand!
Saturday, December 7, 2024
12:00 – 4:30 pm
Step into a world of adventure and festive fun with Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. This event is tailor-made for families, PBS KIDS® fans, and holiday activity lovers, so don't miss your chance to be part of this magical day!
Meet Xavier Riddle Character
Photo op 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30 pm
Get up close with the Xavier Riddle character for an unforgettable photo opportunity!
Exclusive Sketch-along Session with Series Cocreator Chris Eliopoulos
Join Chris Eliopoulos for a live drawing session where he'll teach you how to draw Xavier! Stick around afterward for a fun Q&A, where Chris will answer all your burning questions.
Gift Bags and Giveaways
Enjoy exclusive holiday gift bag giveaways and enter raffles for Xavier prize packs—while supplies last.
Fun-Filled Activities
- Make Your Xavier Holiday Card: Get creative with festive and fun card-making.
- Create Wood Snowflake Ornaments: Just in time for the holidays
- Festive Coloring Sheets: Dive into the spirit of the season with activity sheets designed to bring the joy and fun of the holiday season.
Special Early Access Screening
Be among the first to watch two brand-new episodes, including an exciting adventure to the North Pole, just in time for the winter holidays!
Featured Sneak Peeks
- I Am Gwen Ifill: Gwen Ifill shows Yadina that asking questions about a mystery job her mom has for her, is a great way to get information.
- I Am Matthew Henson: Matthew Henson shows Xavier and Brad that we can all learn from each other, even while on a quest to the North Pole!
With activities for all ages, it's a perfect outing for the whole family!
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PALEYFAMILY Day
See Dream Productions Based on the Hit Film Inside Out 2
Saturday, December 14, 2024
12:00 – 4:30 pm
You’ve seen one of the biggest movies of the year, Inside Out 2—now get ready to experience the holiday wonder of the new Disney+ series, Dream Productions, which returns to Riley’s mind where directors hope to create her next hit dream. Gather the whole family to enjoy all four episodes of the limited series, and don’t miss out on our special Dream Productions free goodies from the show (one per child, while supplies last). But wait—there’s even more festive cheer waiting for you! Kids can dive into dream-inspired holiday crafts, snap a photo on the red carpet, and explore an interactive wonderland that makes Santa smile. Dream Productions begins streaming on Disney+ on December 11.
PALEYFAMILY Day
Snoopy Day at PaleyLand!
Saturday, December 21, 2024
12:00 – 4:30 pm
Photo op 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00 pm
Hey there Snoopy fans! The beloved beagle himself will be at The Paley Museum for a photo op meet and greet! But the fun doesn't stop there. Watch holiday episodes of Apple TV+'s award-winning series The Snoopy Show on the big screen, then get your creative juices flowing at our arts and crafts station where you and your little ones can create some Snoopy inspired masterpieces that would be perfect at the North Pole.
Paley Members Only
Paley Members receive VIP Member early entry on December 7, 2024, and enjoy free admission to PaleyLand every time they visit.
Photos with Santa
Character Meet & Greets
PaleyGX Gaming Studio
Magical Train Display
FREE Hot Chocolate
Holiday TV Screenings
Santa’s Schedule
Santa has a very special schedule to be at PaleyLand! The visit with Santa is included with General Admission—and a photo is always FREE for Paley Members! Become a Paley Member today for this and many other benefits.
- Sat, Nov. 30 & Sun, Dec. 1: 12 – 5 pm
- Sat, Dec. 7: 12 – 5 pm
Paley Member VIP Access, 11 am – 12 pm - Sun, Dec. 8: 12 – 5 pm
- Sat, Dec. 14 & Sun, Dec. 15: 12 – 5 pm
- Wed, Dec. 18 – Sun, Dec. 22: 12 – 5 pm
Meet Your Favorite Characters
Toy Soldier
Sat, Nov. 23 & Sun, Nov. 24: 12 – 3 pm
Wed, Nov. 27 – Sun, Dec. 1: 12 – 3 pm
Sat, Dec. 7: 12 – 3 pm. Paley Member VIP Access 11 am – 12 pm
Hermey the Elf
Sun, Dec. 8: 12 – 3 pm
Wed, Dec. 18: 12 – 3 pm
Fri, Dec. 20: 12 – 3 pm
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Sat, Dec. 14: 12 – 3 pm
Thurs, Dec. 19: 12 – 3 pm
Sun, Dec. 22: 12 – 3 pm
Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster
Sun, Dec. 15: 12 – 3 pm
Sat, Dec. 21: 12 – 3 pm
Blizz the Snowman
Thurs, Dec. 26: 12 – 3 pm
Fri, Dec. 27: 12 – 3 pm
Sat, Dec. 28: 12 – 3 pm
Sun, Dec. 29: 12 – 3 pm
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and all related elements ©️ & ™️ under license to Character Arts, LLC. All rights reserved.
Back to TopExperience PALEYLAND as a Paley Member for VIP Access
- Priority RSVP, special VIP access and opportunities to Paley exhibits
- Early ticket access with ticket discount to red-carpet PaleyLive events and the famous PaleyFest with the hottest stars
- Admission to The Paley Museum: Always FREE for you and a guest
- Do you like video games? The PaleyGX Gaming Studio is Always FREE for Individual+ / Family Members and above; $10 per hour for Individual Members
- And more exclusive once-in-a-lifetime experiences!
- FREE admission to The Paley Museum, including all special exhibitions like PaleyLand, for you and a guest for a whole year
- FREE photos with Santa during PaleyLand ($10 for general public)
- Invitation for early VIP access at 11:00 am on December 7 for a photo with Santa! (One hour before the general public.)
- And more!
All Individual benefits, plus:
- Admission to The Paley Museum, including all special exhibitions like PaleyLand, for 2 adults and 4 children for a whole year
- FREE admission to PaleyGX Gaming Studio & VR Experience for 2 adults and 4 children for a whole year
All Family benefits, plus:
- FREE tickets to PaleyFest and PaleyLive events
- An Invitation to PaleyFest NY Patron & President's Circle Reception
See the full list of all Membership categories with many other benefits, including discounts available for Seniors, Students, Teachers, Veterans, and First Responders, or call a Membership representative at 212.621.6780 to discuss which Membership level is best for you.
Already a Paley Member? Thank you! Input your unique membership ID or the temporary code in your confirmation email into the access key field when choosing your date and time below.
Ticket Info
Choose your entrance date between November 20 and January 5, and the time you expect to arrive, and stay all day!
- Advance purchase of timed-entry tickets is recommended. Walk-ups are also welcome on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Paley Members, enter your Member ID (including dashes) or code in the access key field, then click the UNLOCK key.
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