Magical Winter Nights

Apply to Volunteer for Magical Winter Nights!

Join us as a volunteer for Magical Winter Nights at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science (DMNS), running from November 25, 2026, through January 2, 2027.

Areas of the Museum will be transformed into an enchanting winter wonderland, where guests will experience a dazzling holiday adventure through extraordinary worlds, from cocoa to the cosmos! Volunteers will play an important role in creating a welcoming and memorable experience for guests by greeting, providing wayfinding assistance, and answering questions.

Shifts are available Wednesday through Sunday, from 4–8:30 p.m. Volunteers are asked to commit to at least 3 shifts during this short-term volunteer opportunity.

For more information, read below. Please complete the form below to apply and be part of the magic of Magical Winter Nights!

Experience Overview and Themed Spaces

Grand Lodge  
Guests will cozy up before they set off on their Magical Winter Nights adventure! They will grab a specialty hot cocoa, snap a few IG-worthy photos and warm up by the hearth.   

The Hideaway  
Tucked within the Grand Lodge, this comfy spot offers games, activities, and a place to soak up the lights, sounds, and views. It’s also home to movies during our special MWN 21+ nights.   
 
Crystal Corridor  
Guests will pick up their printed map to plan their journey; they can take in the sights from the magical winter gazebo and pause for a festive photo.  

Savanna Skating  
Guests can step into Savanna to take a spin on the iceless rink, sit for a spell under the glowing baobab tree and be transported by an array of colorful lighting in the dioramas all around you.   

Cryptid Carnival  
Things get wonderfully weird at Cryptid Carnival, where guests can meet creatures both curious and elusive, test their skills at unusual carnival games, take a pic with Sasquatch, and follow the portal into Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids.   

Please complete the form below to apply and be part of the magic of Magical Winter Nights!

If you volunteer for Magical Winter Nights, you are eligible to become a Guest Engagement volunteer in 2027.