Who is on this shirt?

Emmet Otter, Wendell Porcupine, Harvey Beaver and Charlie Muskrat — the Frogtown Hollow Jubilee Jug Band from the 1977 special — with snowflakes around them.

What does the shirt say?

It reads "Have Yourself A Jug-Band Christmas," a play on the holiday song title.

Is this official Jim Henson merchandise?

The design is based on Jim Henson's 1977 Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas special. Check the listing's brand and licensing details if official merch matters to you.

Will people recognize the reference?

Only fans of the special will. It is a cult holiday title, so expect most people to read it as a generic Christmas jug-band shirt.

For someone who grew up with the special or collects Henson memorabilia, yes. For anyone else the reference will likely be lost.

Where is the Emmet Otter Jug Ban cheapest?

At 80sTees.com, for $29.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Emmet Otter Jug Ban?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 7 ratings.

Emmet Otter Jug Ban

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Lowest price today: $29.99 at 80sTees.com (checked Nov 14, 2026).

Our take on the Emmet Otter Jug Ban

A graphic tee for fans of Jim Henson's 1977 holiday special Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas. The front shows snowflakes and the Frogtown Hollow Jubilee Jug Band — Emmet Otter, Wendell Porcupine, Harvey Beaver and Charlie Muskrat — above the line "Have Yourself A Jug-Band Christmas." It is a niche nostalgia piece rather than a general holiday shirt, so it suits people who already know the special and want to wear the reference. Rivals in licensed Henson apparel tend to lean on Muppets characters; this one is for the smaller cult following around Emmet Otter.

Best forFans of the 1977 Emmet Otter specialHenson and Muppet collectorsOffbeat holiday party wearGifts for vintage Christmas special lovers

Pros

Specific to Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas, not generic Muppets merch
Shows all four Frogtown Hollow Jug Band members
Holiday wording works through December
Snowflake art ties to the special's winter setting

Cons

Very niche reference most people won't recognize
Seasonal design gets little wear outside the holidays
Graphic tees like this often fade or crack with washing

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Emmet Otter Jug Ban price history

Lowest price we've seen: $29.99 on Nov 14 at 80sTees.com. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 14.

About the Emmet Otter Jug Ban

This Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas t-shirt shows snowflakes and the Frogtown Hollow Jubilee Jug Band members: Emmet Otter, Wendell Porcupine, Harvey Beaver, and Charlie Muskrat. The shirt reads "Have Yourself A Jug-Band Christmas."

The design is based on Jim Henson's 1977 holiday special. In the story, the band formed days before Waterville's annual Christmas Eve talent show. It lost to The Riverbottom Nightmare Band, but Doc Bullfrog offered it a permanent gig at the Riverside Rest.

Design: Snowflakes and the Frogtown Hollow Jubilee Jug Band: Emmet Otter, Wendell Porcupine, Harvey Beaver, Charlie Muskrat
Text: "Have Yourself A Jug-Band Christmas"
Based on: Jim Henson's 1977 holiday special Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas
Type: T-shirt

Questions and answers

Who is on this shirt?: Emmet Otter, Wendell Porcupine, Harvey Beaver and Charlie Muskrat — the Frogtown Hollow Jubilee Jug Band from the 1977 special — with snowflakes around them.
What does the shirt say?: It reads "Have Yourself A Jug-Band Christmas," a play on the holiday song title.
Is this official Jim Henson merchandise?: The design is based on Jim Henson's 1977 Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas special. Check the listing's brand and licensing details if official merch matters to you.
Will people recognize the reference?: Only fans of the special will. It is a cult holiday title, so expect most people to read it as a generic Christmas jug-band shirt.
Is it a good gift?: For someone who grew up with the special or collects Henson memorabilia, yes. For anyone else the reference will likely be lost.
Where is the Emmet Otter Jug Ban cheapest?: At 80sTees.com, for $29.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Emmet Otter Jug Ban?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 7 ratings.