Great Snowball Countdown
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 9:30AM
A Grand Celebration in the Kingdom of the Snow Queen
Tuesday, December 31 | 9:30AM–1:00PM
Included with daytime admission · Free for Members
Celebrate Early in a World of Sparkle and Snow!
Ring in the New Year before bedtime at The Great Nauticus Snowball Countdown, a magical daytime celebration inside the Kingdom of the Snow Queen. Families are invited to enjoy enchanting entertainment, hands-on activities, festive music, and the biggest winter moment of all — our Noon Countdown followed immediately by Virginia’s largest museum indoor snowball fight!
This one-of-a-kind celebration is perfect for families looking to make unforgettable New Year’s memories together.
Event Highlights
Royal Snow Queen Shows — 10AM & 11AM
Cheer, laugh, and enjoy an interactive performance with the Snow Queen’s Royal Circus. Meet-and-greet photo opportunities follow each show (Photogenics packages available).
12PM: The Great Nauticus Snowball Countdown
Join us in the atrium for a magical Noon Countdown full of excitement and winter flair. When the countdown ends, the snowball fun begins — an all-out, family-friendly indoor snowball showdown!
Frosty Crafts & Winter Activities
Create, explore, and celebrate with a variety of frosty-themed stations perfect for kids of all ages.
Festive Music & Celebration
Enjoy an upbeat, wintery soundtrack to keep the energy high all morning long.
Café Treats Available
Grab warm drinks and kid favorites to keep the celebration going.
Know Before You Go
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Included with daytime admission
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Free for Nauticus Members
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Recommended arrival by 11AM to enjoy both Snow Queen shows and the Noon Countdown
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Great for families with children of all ages
Join Us for a Magical Start to 2026
Celebrate the New Year in a way your family will never forget — with sparkle, snowballs, and pure winter joy. This New Year’s Eve… Noon is the new midnight!