Annual Holiday Open House at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West
December 6 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm MST
Holiday Open House at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West
December 6 & 7, 2025
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Buffalo Bill Center of the West’s Holiday Open House is an annual tradition in Cody! The event offers two free days to explore the Center’s five spacious museums, chuckwagon hot cocoa over an open fire, candy canes, live singing, a quintet, a handbell ensemble, clog dancers, discounts in Points West Market, and more. There will also be winter family photo opportunities at various points throughout the Center.
Food & Toy Drive
We encourage families attending to share the holiday spirit by contributing to the collection boxes that will be stationed at our front door entrance.
› Bring non-perishable food items; they will be distributed through local food pantries.
› Bring new, packaged toys; they will be distributed through Holiday Helpers.
Santa Claus
Santa will be visiting the Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days of the Holiday Open House at “Santa’s Reindeer Ranch.”
Make sure to catch up with him to share your wish list.
Raptor Programs
Our Draper Museum Raptor Experience happens each day of the Open House (time to be determined).
Membership Deals
Save $25 on any Buffalo Bill Center of the West membership (new, renewal, or gift) during the Holiday Open House! And add to that a free gift—two extra “member-for-a-day” passes!
Points West Market Sales
Our on-site store, Points West Market, is planning a plethora of savings for this special weekend!
You’ll find 30–75 percent off, with some exceptions and exclusions.
Coloring Contest
Kids can participate in our coloring contest! Download the picture HERE or pick up at admissions. Submit your entry during the Holiday Open House. Winners chosen Monday, December 8 (age groups).
Door Prize Raffle
Enter to win a holiday meal kit for a family of four!
