The Muppet Christmas Carol

Texas Spirit Theater | G | 85 min. | Comedy, Drama, Family

December 7, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Experience a special effects screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol.

Event Details

Bring the whole family for a one-of-a-kind experience in the Museum's Texas Spirit Theater. The Muppet Christmas Carol, a retelling of the Charles Dickens classic, features Jim Henson's beloved Muppet characters as they tell their version of Scrooge's redemption on Christmas Eve. Enjoy special effects throughout the multisensory screening, including snow!

Tickets are $8 for Bullock Museum members and $12 for general admission. Not a member? Find out more here.

Seating begins 30 minutes before each screening. All seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Any child under the age of four who wants a guaranteed seat during the film will need to purchase a ticket. Concessions from The Star Cafe and IMAX® Theatre will be allowed in the theater.

Arrive early to explore the exhibitions and participate in H-E-B Free First Sunday family activities!

Film Credits

Rating: G
Starring: Michael Caine
With Voices: Dave GoelzSteve WhitmireJerry NelsonFrank OzDavid Rudman
Director: Brian Henson
Runtime: 85 min.
Genre: Comedy, drama, family
Release year: 1992

About the Texas Spirit Theater and Tickets

The Texas Spirit Theater located on the Bullock Museum's second floor is one of the most beautiful film experiences in Austin and features multi-sensory special effects such as lightning, rain, and other surprises.

Visitors age fifteen and younger must be accompanied in the Museum and theaters by someone age sixteen or older.

Learn about ticket prices and refund policies. 

About Family Programs

Family programs provide educational and engaging activities for young Texans and their caregivers. Events are designed to bring families together, spark conversations and provide opportunities for growth and development.

Your Support Matters

Every donation directly supports our ability to provide our communities with outstanding opportunities that educate, engage, and encourage a deeper understanding of Texas. Support our future with a tax-deductible donation.

Enjoy discounts, exclusive programs, free access to exhibitions year-round, and much more by becoming a Member of the Bullock Museum.

The Bullock Museum, a division of the Texas State Preservation Board, is funded by Museum Members, donors, and patrons, the Texas State History Museum Foundation, and the State of Texas.

Image Courtesy of Swank Motion Pictures, Inc.

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