Christmas Tours

the shadow of a girl looking at a lit up christmas tree in a doorway: Experience Glensheen Candlelight Tours.

the amusement room fireplace with christmas garland and a small christmas tree; the servants room with a christmas tree; the formal dining room table with candles, bread and fruit.

A small elf on the horseman statue in the living room: Find all 25 Hidden Elves.

Decorated christmas tree in the green tiled Breakfast Room; the main hall tree viewed from the above staircase.

the library christmas tree, large wooden table with a lamp and ornate seating behind it.

About Christmas Tours

Glensheen Christmas tours offer guests the chance to experience historic holiday magic, with rooms ornately decorated from top to bottom with elaborate Christmas trees and the sparkling Christmas lights. We offer both daytime Christmas Tours and our exclusive evening Candlelight Tours, creating a unique chance to explore Glensheen in the evening by the soft glow of candlelight. These tours run annually starting in early November through early January. Bonus: Find all 25 hidden elves scattered throughout the mansion and receive a prize at the Museum Shop!

Tip: These tours are very popular and sell out fast! Book your tour online in advance to reserve your visit!

Christmas Tours begin November 13 with Candlelight Tours to follow on November 27. Tickets will be available beginning October 16, 2026.

Not sure which tour is right for you?

Here's a quick guide to help you choose:

Ticket Type	What's Included	Best For
Classic Daytime Christmas Tour	Grounds access plus a self-guided visit of the first & second floors and lower level of the mansion during daytime hours.	A shorter and self-guided experience with sunlit views, history lovers, family tours.
Full Mansion Daytime Christmas Tour	Grounds access plus a self-guided visit of all five floors of the mansion during daytime hours. *Timed entry event.	Those looking to get the full Glensheen experience at your own pace with sunlit views.
Classic Candlelight Tour	Grounds access plus a self-guided visit of the first & second floors and lower level of the mansion during evening hours. *Timed entry event.	A shorter and self-guided experience with a glowing, warm evening atmosphere, history lovers, family tours.
Full Candlelight Tour	Grounds access plus a self-guided visit of all five floors of the mansion during evening hours. *Timed entry event.	Those looking to get the full Glensheen experience at your own pace with a glowing, warm evening atmosphere.

Christmas Tour Pricing

*Ticket purchases for Christmas tours begin in early November.

Ticket Type	Classic Daytime	Full Daytime	Classic Candlelight	Full Candlelight
Adult 18+	$20	$32	$20	$32
Veteran & Senior Senior: 62+	$18	$30	$18	$30
Youth 5-17 years	$8	$20	$8	$20
Child 4 & under	FREE	FREE	FREE	FREE
UMD Faculty & Staff w/valid ID	$16	$28	$16	$28
UMD Student w/valid ID	FREE	$12	FREE	$12
Members Become a member	FREE	$12	FREE	$12
Museums for All w/EBT Card or Medical Assistance Card	$3	$5	$3	$5
Active Duty Military Active Duty Military member, spouse, children.	FREE	$12	FREE	$12

For those with Limited Mobility: We offer a Classic Tour experience with a slideshow of the 2nd and 3rd floors for $5
To learn more, visit our Accessibility page

Note: Museums for All, Limited Mobility Tours, and Active Duty Military pricing are available for purchase in-person at the Ticket House upon arrival. These are not available for online advanced purchasing, but you may contact us for further reservation and ticketing questions at (218) 726-8910 or at [email protected].

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