Mayor Johnson to Tip Off Milwaukee’s Holiday Season at 2025 City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree Lighting at Cheer District, Presented by the We Energies Foundation
112th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration will be held Friday, November 21 from 5-7 p.m.
Deer District will transform into Cheer District, presented by the We Energies Foundation, for the seventh consecutive year starting tomorrow, Nov. 15, through Jan. 15. The City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree will also be displayed in Cheer District for the fourth straight year and lit by Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson at a ceremony on Friday, Nov. 21.
Celebrations for the City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree Lighting on Nov. 21 will begin at 5 p.m. with a live band, performance by DJ YC, provided by Guyton Entertainment, and a special performance by Milwaukee Rep celebrating its 50th anniversary of A Christmas Carol. The tree-lighting ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. with Mayor Johnson and special guest appearances by Bango, Santa Claus and Dancer, Cupid and Vixen of Reindeer Games.
Free parking will be available to attendees in the Highland Structure, located at 1030 N. 6th St., and 5th Street Parking Structure, located at 1215 N. 5th St.
In addition to the City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree, more than 30 trees will be lit up around Fiserv Forum. The following events and attractions will take place throughout the holiday season in Cheer District:
- Deer District Holiday Market from Nov. 21-30 featuring seasoned crafters, artists, freelance designers and more
- Hanukkah Menorah from Dec. 14-22
- Fireworks on New Year’s Eve after the Bucks game, starting at 10 p.m.
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
