Taube Museum to Open Holiday Haunted House in Minot

The downtown museum is launching a post-apocalyptic Christmas attraction starting October 24.

Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Seasonal Events

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The Taube Museum of Art in Minot will launch a post-apocalyptic Christmas-themed haunted house attraction downtown on October 24, 2026. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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The Taube Museum of Art in Minot will debut a new Christmas-themed haunted house on October 24, 2026. This seasonal attraction features a unique post-apocalyptic holiday setting for visitors.

Why it matters

The event serves as a specialized seasonal draw for the downtown Minot area, offering a distinct cultural experience during the pre-holiday period. Organizers are also currently coordinating with the Minot Area Council of the Arts to recruit local volunteers.

Admission is priced at $20 for individuals aged 13 and older, while children aged 6 to 12 pay $10. Guests aged 5 and younger receive free entry to the attraction.

The players

Taube Museum of Art

This local cultural institution serves as the host venue for the seasonal haunted house attraction.

Minot Area Council of the Arts

This regional organization is partnering with the museum to recruit volunteers for the upcoming event.

The details

Located in downtown Minot, the haunted house utilizes a post-apocalyptic Christmas theme to provide a departure from traditional holiday displays. Children younger than 13 years of age are required to be accompanied by an adult while visiting.

Timeline

  1. The attraction opens to the public on October 24, 2026.

  2. Operating hours run from 8 p.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday nights.

  3. The attraction opens at 9 p.m. on its final night, October 31, 2026.

Industry Dynamics

This event reflects a broader shift toward experiential seasonal programming within regional arts institutions. By moving beyond traditional exhibitions, organizations are increasingly leveraging unconventional themes to maintain audience engagement during shoulder seasons.

Visitors should plan to arrive between 8 p.m. and midnight, noting that the opening time shifts to 9 p.m. on Halloween night. Parents must ensure children under 13 are accompanied by an adult to gain entry to the attraction.

The takeaway

Interested visitors should prepare for the specific age-based entry requirements before traveling to downtown Minot. Those seeking to support the event can look for volunteer opportunities through the museum and its arts council partners.

Further reading

For more information on upcoming festivities, visit the Seasonal Events page.

Source note: This article includes information reported by KX NEWS.

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