National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 1989

About the Event

The tradition continues! Spend Christmas with the Griswold family at the annual screening of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation under the twinkling stars at historic Kalamazoo State Theatre!

“I dedicate this house to the Griswold Family Christmas.” — Clark Griswold

This year, we have a special treat waiting under the tree. Ellen Hamilton Latzen, aka “Ruby Sue” will be crashing our holiday party for a special VIP meet-n-greet opportunity and pre-show live conversation!

Break out your Cousin Eddie bathrobe, or your best Clark outfit and you could be part of our costume contest! Prizes include a one-year membership in the jelly-of-the-month club from Bilberry Jams and Jellies, KST merch and more!

KST will also be offering multiple full bars along with festive Holiday drinks and, of course, freshly popped popcorn!

IMDB Storyline:
It’s Christmas time and the Griswolds are preparing for a family seasonal celebration, but things never run smoothly for Clark, his wife Ellen and their two kids. Clark’s continual bad luck is worsened by his obnoxious family guests, but he manages to keep going knowing that his Christmas bonus is due soon.

Ticket Information

All seating is general admission. There’s an 8-ticket limit.

• $13 Advanced Ticket available only until 12/6/24.
• $17 Week of show.
• $11 Students available in the box office only until 12/6/24. Limited supply.
• $65 VIP Meet-n-Greet with Ellen Latzen, aka “Ruby Sue.” Limited supply!
  • Photo op
  • Signed poster
  • One drink ticket
  • Reserved seating

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