Experience the festive cheer of the mansion aglow in holiday lights. With over a dozen Christmas trees and thousands of twinkling lights, this breath-taking view of Brucemore is sure to bring Christmas alive for the whole family. These self-guided tours give you the opportunity to indulge in the cozy splendor of the season on select evenings in December.

Tour Dates: December 1 – December 28

• Thursdays and Sundays: 5:00 - 8:30 PM
• Wednesday, December 17: 5:00 - 8:30 PM
• Monday, December 22: 4:00 - 8:30 PM
• Entry times are every 30 minutes. Last entry time is at 7:30 PM.
• Brucemore is closed December 24, 25, and 29.  

Admission

• $18.00 Adult
• $10.00 Student (4+)
• Free (3 and under)
• Brucemore supporters receive a $5 discount per ticket.
• A $4.00 processing fee will be applied to all online and phone orders.

What to know before you go

• All Brucemore holiday tours are self-guided. Members of our visitor services team will be available to answer questions.
• Interpretive signage, audio experiences, and holiday-themed collection displays will be available throughout the mansion to help guests discover more about Brucemore’s history. 
• Access to the basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar will be led by a visitor services staff member approximately every half hour. 
• Capacity is limited and entry times can sell out. 
• If you have questions about tours or purchasing tickets, please contact us at (319) 362-7375 or mail@brucemore.org.

What to do when you arrive

• Please enter through the gate at 2160 Linden Dr. SE., Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. Please do not use the exit gate on First Avenue to enter the site. 
• Once onsite, follow signs towards the mansion.
• There is on-site parking a short walk from the mansion entrance.
• Please check-in with mansion staff at your scheduled entry time, which can be found in your confirmation email or on your ticket.
• The mansion entrance is on the south side of the building, through the front door under the porte cochere next to the circle drive.
• For site navigation tips, please watch this video. A labeled Google Map of the site is available here. 

Tips for your visit

• Consider leaving bags or other large personal items in your vehicle. A coat rack is available, but it is not monitored.
• Tours of the mansion consist of substantial walking and standing. The historic mansion is not currently wheelchair accessible. There are several stairs to access the first floor, and several flights of stairs to see the other floors - the mansion does not have an elevator. There is limited seating available in the mansion. Please make the best decision for the accessibility of your party with this knowledge.
• Early admittance may not be available and there is not an indoor lobby to wait for your tour start time. 
• If you miss your tour start time, you may be subject to a shortened tour or asked to join another tour time that day, subject to availability. 
• Visitors are encouraged to put on their hats and gloves to explore Brucemore's grounds during their visit! The estate includes a formal garden, a night garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall. 
• Food and drink are not allowed inside the mansion during tours. We encourage you to enjoy a meal at one of Cedar Rapids’ local restaurants before or after your visit.
• All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here.
• Photography is allowed inside the mansion for personal, non-professional use. Tripods, selfie-sticks, or other photography/videography equipment are not permitted. Please read our photo policy here.
• Have fun! We encourage you to wear something festive to get in the spirit and take photos in front of the beautiful trees. Tag us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to share your visit.

Please note: All ticket purchasers will be placed on a check-in list. When selecting your ticket delivery method, only pay for mailed tickets if you want a physical ticket to keep after your visit.