Arts and Entertainment

Princess & Pirate Day

December 28 2025

10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Nauticus 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510 info@nauticus.org
A Royal Adventure in the Kingdom of the Snow Queen

Sunday, December 28 | 10:00AM–2:00PM
Kids 12 & under in costume get in FREE · Free for Members

Step Into a Fairytale World of Winter Magic and High-Seas Adventure!

Calling all princesses, princes, pirates, and fairies! You are royally invited to a magical day inside the Kingdom of the Snow Queen. Families will journey through enchanted spaces filled with hands-on activities, character encounters, crafts, and whimsical winter fun.

Kids ages 12 & under who arrive in costume — crowns, capes, wings, pirate hats, anything whimsical or seaworthy — receive FREE admission with a paying adult!

Event Highlights
Snow Queen Meet & Greet + Photos

Meet the Snow Queen for a magical moment and commemorative photo opportunity. Photogenics will offer $25 photo packages following each meet & greet.

Magical Train Display — 9:30AM–2PM

Enjoy a miniature winter wonderland brought to life with animated scenes and moving trains.

Make-Your-Own Pirate Flag (10AM–2PM)

Create your own swashbuckling flag to wave proudly throughout the day.

Slime Workshop (11AM–1PM)

Stir up snowy, gooey fun in this hands-on workshop perfect for little makers.

Frozen Sensory Play (12PM–2PM)

A frosty, tactile experience designed especially for younger children.

Scavenger Quest — Earn a FREE Magical Snowball

Embark on a quest through the museum to uncover hidden snowflakes. Complete the adventure and earn a free magical snowball from the Snow Queen herself!

Character Encounters

Keep an eye out for Flurry the Polar Bear and Geoffrey the Tree as they roam the kingdom spreading cheer and posing for photos.

Know Before You Go
  • Kids 12 & under in costume get in FREE

  • Included with standard adult daytime admission

  • Free for Nauticus Members

  • Costumes encouraged but not required

  • All ages welcome; activities especially recommended for ages 3–10

A Day of Imagination, Adventure, and Snowy Fun

From enchanted royal moments to pirate mischief and winter magic, your family will create memories that sparkle. Join us and become the hero of your own story!

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