Fox and Branch Family Concert at Anodyne Coffee (Walker's Point MKE)
2025-12-28 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Anodyne – Walkers Point, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI, 53204, United States
November 30th, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Will Branch with guests)11:00 am Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Walker’s Point, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI
December 28th, 2025 Anodyne Coffee (Will Branch with guests)11:00 am Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Walker’s Point, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee, WI
Starts at 11 AM sharp!
Fox & Branch’s Will Branch will perform a concert for children and families, joined by occasional special guests.
For over two decades, Dave Fox and Will Branch have energized audiences in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Ireland. Their dynamic mix of old-time music, original songs, and family folk music has appealed to children and adults, giving everyone a chance to actively participate.
Fox and Branch recordings have won five Parent’s Choice recommended awards. The duo has appeared at festivals such as the Winnipeg Folk Festival, The Philadelphia Folk Festival and The Westport Folk and Bluegrass Festival (Westport, Ireland). They have been featured at venues like The National Theater in Washington D.C., Symphony Space in New York City, Club Passim in Boston and The Overture Center in Madison, WI.
Whether it’s at a theater, a school performance, a community event, or a library show, Fox and Branch entertain, educate, and actively engage people. Their aim is to create a communal atmosphere of fun and high spirits shared by all those present.
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.

Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
2025-12-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-28 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Hawthorn Glen Nature Center, 1130 N 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Little Nature Museum

Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk.
Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m.
Attendance is FREE!
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.

Noon Year's Eve Party: The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays Music of Grateful Dead at The Vivarium MKE
2025-12-28 12:00 - 14:00 | Vivarium, 1818 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, 53202, United States
THE ROCK AND ROLL PLAYHOUSE PLAYS MUSIC OF GRATEFUL DEAD + MORE FOR KIDS
The Rock and Roll Playhouse, a family concert series hosted at historic music venues across the country, allows kids to “move, play and sing while listening to works from the classic-rock canon” (NY Times). Performing songs created by the most iconic musicians in rock history, The Rock and Roll Playhouse band offers its core audience of families with children age ten and under games, movement, stories and an opportunity to rock out in an effort to educate children and explore their creativity. The Rock and Roll Playhouse is an early and often first introduction to a child’s lifelong journey with live music and rock and roll. This children’s concert is not associated with or endorsed by the artist. See you at the show!
This concert for kids and families shares the music of the artist named above with a new generation of music lovers, but is not associated with or endorsed by the artist. All children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
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.

How The Grinch Stole Christmas (2000): Seasons Screenings at The Oriental Theatre Milwaukee
2025-12-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Oriental Theatre, 2230 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
How The Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS – 25TH ANNIVERSARY 4K REMASTER – SEASON’S SCREENINGS
On the outskirts of Whoville, there lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch who plans on ruining the Christmas holiday for all of the citizens of the town.
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.

First Stage’s The Pigeon Gets a Big Time Holiday Extravaganza! At The Todd Wehr Theater (Runs through December 28)
2025-12-28 15:00 - 17:00 | Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Performing Arts, 929 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
First Stage’s The Pigeon Gets a Big Time Holiday Extravaganza! November 21 – December 28
Saturday, December 6 – 3:30 PM (Sensory Friendly Performance)
When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! The Unlimited Squirrels deck the halls and Elephant and Piggie come ready to celebrate! But will The Pigeon join in the festivities, or will he run all the way to the North Pole in search of the greatest gift ever? Catchy tunes, silly stories, goofy gifts, audience antics: it’s all in this brand-new musical party that sleighs!
Recommended for families with young people ages 4-14 and festive celebrators of all ages.

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.

Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off at The Fiserv Forum
2025-12-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Fiserv Forum, 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
DEC 28, 2025 / SUNDAY@ 4:00 PM & DEC 29, 2025 / MONDAY@ 4:00 PM
The fifth annual Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off will begin with the semifinal round on Sunday, December 28 when Wisconsin takes on Lake Superior State, and defending National Champion Western Michigan squares off against Boston College.
The Semifinal winners will meet for the Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off title game on Monday, December 29, along with the third place game.
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.

Milwaukee Downtown Holiday Lights Festival
2025-12-28 16:30 - 22:00, 2025-12-29 16:30 - 22:00 | Downtown Milwaukee, WI
November 20, 2025 – January 1, 2026
It’s a glowrious time to be Downtown! Our parks and streets will soon be aglow with holiday spirit and more than a half million brilliant bulbs. Meanwhile, a flurry of shows, Santa photo ops and exceptional dining opportunities are beckoning friends and family to gather here all season long! So, make the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival the highlight of your season.
View the 2025 festival guide here.
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.

Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show at Brown Deer Park
2025-12-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Brown Deer Park, 7835 N. Green Bay Rd, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Drive into the magic of the Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show, a radiant journey filled with hundreds of dazzling, larger-than-life holiday displays that sparkle with festive wonder. From the comfort of a cozy car, sip a favorite drink, snack on treats, and let the synchronized lights dance in harmony with holiday tunes. Stretching over a mile, this glowing adventure transforms the season into a spectacular celebration of light and joy.

Highlights
✨ Explore hundreds of dazzling, larger-than-life holiday light displays
🚗 Cruise over 1 mile of magical scenery from the comfort of your car
🎶 Tune in to festive music synced perfectly with the sparkling lights
🍿 Pack your favorite snacks and drinks to enjoy along the glowing journey
General Info
📅 Dates and times: select your date & time directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 30 – 45 minutes
📍 Location: Brown Deer Park
👤 Age requirement: all ages are welcome!
♿ Accessibility: this is a drive-through experience
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

Get your tickets today for the Winter Glow Experience: A Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show in Milwaukee!

Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

Christmas Carnival of Lights (Caledonia)
2025-12-28 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-29 17:00 - 21:00 | Jellystone Park Caledonia, 8425 HWY 38, Caledonia, 53108, United States
November 22 – January 31*
*Closed for Thanksgiving (11/27) & Christmas (12/25)
*Open Fridays & Saturdays only in January
November 22 & 23 (Grand Opening): 5pm to 10pm
November 24 – December 11
Sunday – Thursday: 5pm to 9pm
Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10pm

December 12 – December 20
Sunday – Thursday: 5pm to 9pm
Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 10:30pm
December 21 – December 24
Sunday – Tuesday: 5pm to 10pm
Wednesday (Christmas Eve) : 5pm to 9pm
December 26 – 31
Everyday: 5pm to 9pm
January 2 – 31
Friday & Saturday: 5pm to 9pm
LOCATION
Jellystone Park™ in Caledonia, WI
8425 HWY 38 Caledonia, WI 53108
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.

Country Christmas at The Ingleside Hotel (Pewaukee)
2025-12-28 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-29 17:00 - 21:00 | Ingleside Hotel & Waterpark, 2810 Golf Rd, Pewaukee, WI, 53072, United States
The Ingleside Hotel

If Christmas Were A Place, It Would Look Like This!

Celebrating our 30th year as Wisconsin’s most spectacular drive-through holiday lights event!

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.

Jingle Bus Tours (Weather Permitting) at Red Arrow Park MKE
2025-12-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Red Arrow Park, 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
JUMP ON THE JINGLE BUS
JINGLE BUS TOURS
*WEATHER PERMITTING*
DECEMBER 5 – DECEMBER 28
FRI – SUN | 5PM TO 9PM
TOURS DEPART FROM THE NEW WARMING HOUSE AT RED ARROW PARK
Ooh and ahh at the winter wonderland scenes scattered throughout Downtown Milwaukee by hopping on the Jingle Bus, powered by KB Excursions. This 40-minute narrated tour highlights the main attractions of the Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival, including our four parks: “Community Spirit Park” at Cathedral Square Park, “Santa’s Celebration Square powered by We Energies” at Zeidler Union Square, “¡Felices Fiestas!” at Pere Marquette Park, and “Slice of Ice Lights” at Red Arrow Park.
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.

Wild Lights at The Milwaukee County Zoo (December Dates)
2025-12-28 17:30 - 21:00 | Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, 53226, United States
November 21 – December 31 / 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (admission gates close at 8:15 p.m.)

Dec. 3-31; except closed Dec 8-9, 15-16, 24-25
Wild Lights and frosty nights! Experience the magic of the Zoo after dark, walking through hundreds of thousands of sparkling lights throughout the forest and pathways. Enjoy an enchanted evening under the stars in an illuminated destination glowing with a variety of animal-themed light displays.
And celebrate opening night of Wild Lights — Nov. 21 — with a special drone show at 6:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Watch as your favorite animals appear in the sky! Weather permitting.
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.

Disney's Newsies at Greendale Community Theatre
2025-12-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Greendale High School, 6801 Southway, Greendale, WI, 53129, United States
July 24 – August 2, 2025 For Times and Ticketing Info, Look Here.
Performance Location: Greendale High School Auditorium, 6801 Southway Greendale, WI
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.

Dr Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Uihlein Hall
2025-12-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center, 929 N Water St., Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical running November 25 – 30
THE GRINCH broke box office records for two consecutive years on Broadway during its holiday engagements at the St. James and Hilton theatres in New York. Since then, more than 2.1 million theatre-goers across America have been delighted by this heart-warming holiday musical, which The New York Times praised as “100 times better than any bedtime story” and the Gannett papers hailed as “A genius of a show! A total delight for both kids and adults.”
There are nine performances and unique matinees for this particular show due to the holiday. In addition to the regular evening and matinee times, there is also a Friday, November 28 3:00pm and Saturday, November 29 11:00am & 3:00pm matinees that will be particularly popular with families.
Event dates
November 25 – November 30
Tuesday, November 25, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Friday, November 28, 2025 @ 3:00 PM
Friday, November 28, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Saturday, November 29, 2025 @ 11:00 AM
Saturday, November 29, 2025 @ 3:00 PM
Saturday, November 29, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, November 30, 2025 @ 1:00 PM
Sunday, November 30, 2025 @ 6:30 PM

All ages

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.

Christmas at the Zoo at Shalom Wildlife Zoo West Bend
2025-12-29 09:00 - 15:30 | Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary, 1901 Shalom Dr, West Bend, WI, 53090, United States
Christmas at the Zoo is a daytime event that’s open daily from November 23rd through December 31st.
Walk or drive through in the comfort of your own car, relax, and enjoy the wildlife along with the unique holiday displays and decorations. The drive-through experience takes approximately one hour.
After your journey through the zoo, enjoy access to the petting zoo and a cozy, crackling campfire. Animal feed for the petting zoo is available for purchase in the gift shop.
The hours are from 9am-3:30pm. $15 per adult, $10 per child (ages 2 & under are FREE). No reservations needed, you can pay at the drive-up ticket booth. Last cars or walkers admitted at 3pm.
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or venue to confirm the latest details.

Holiday Show at The Domes
2025-12-29 09:00 - 16:00 | The Domes Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI, 53215, United States
November 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026
Show Dome Theme: Holiday Show
Monday-Friday:
9am-5pm
Saturday-Sunday:
9am-4pm
Closed:
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
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.

Frosty Free Week at the MKE Co Zoo
2025-12-29 09:30 - 14:30 | Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, 53226, United States
Frosty Free Week at the Zoo
📅December 26-30 | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM (open until 4:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday)
It’s the season of giving, and the Zoo is offering free daytime admission to thank guests for their support. Regular parking and attraction rates apply. Regular admission rates apply to the Zoo’s Wild Lights night event.
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.

Winter Break at The Milwaukee Public Museum
2025-12-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, 53233, United States
WINTER BREAK
December 22, December 29-January 2
10 a.m. – Noon; 1 – 3 p.m.
Join MPM Educators as we highlight some of our favorite frozen topics during winter break! Feel the furs that cover Arctic animals, discover how to tell apart horns, tusks, and antlers, and explore the differences between the mammoths and mastodons that both called ancient Wisconsin home.
Furs and Footprints: Test your zoology skills by matching the furs and footprints of Arctic animals as you learn what helps animals survive and thrive in extreme cold!
Mammoths and Mastodons: Is that a mastodon? A mammoth? Learn how to tell the differences between these ancient animals and what each can tell us about Wisconsin’s past.
Points of Emphasis: What exactly is growing out of that animal’s head? What is it used for? Explore the differences between antlers, horns, tusks, and teeth and the many roles they play throughout the animal kingdom.
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.

Kooky Cookie House at Shady Lane Greenhouse (Menomonee Falls)
2025-12-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Shady Lane Greenhouse, W172N7388 Shady Lane, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051, United States
The historic and magical Kooky Cookie House has its new and permanent location at Shady Lane Greenhouse in Menomonee Falls.
Kids of all ages will enjoy this opportunity to walk thru the functioning cookie factory. From those who have treasured memories of days gone by to those little ones who will get the chance to form new holiday memories.
Come see the inside workings of the gingerbread cookie factory, that has been refurbished by many passionate volunteers over the years. There are great photo opportunities, coloring pages, and more. Come visit, the house will be open daily through the holiday season, 10am to 3pm.
Shady Lane Greenhouse wishes to thank all those who have donated funds and time to the restoration of this beautiful and memorable “house!”
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.

Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum
2025-12-29 10:00 - 17:00 | Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, 53233, United States
Deck the Streets and Village…There’s no place like MPM for the holidays!
November 16, 2025 – January 25, 2026
Wednesdays through Mondays
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Experience the magic of the holiday season inside two of MPM’s most beloved exhibits, Streets of Old Milwaukee and European Village, where the walkthrough turn-of-the-century streetscapes have been transformed into a winter wonderland.
Stroll through our decorated Streets of Old Milwaukee and European Villageexhibits, attend a concert by the Florentine Opera, learn about European traditions from our docents, snap a pic with Santa, or indulge in festive food and drink during an after-hours party.
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.

Slice of Ice at Red Arrow Park MKE (Weather Permitting)
2025-12-29 10:00 - 20:00 | Red Arrow Park, 920 N Water Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
December through Early March 2026 (weather permitting): See website for updates
Red Arrow Park
414.289.8791 | countyparks.com
Ice skate in the heart of Downtown at the “Slice of Ice” rink while surrounded by twinkling lights and dazzling décor. Skate rentals are $11 for adults and $9 for children. Ice skating is free with your own skates.
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.

Children & Families Series Celebrations at Washington Park Library
2025-12-29 12:00 - 14:00 | Milwaukee Public Library – Washington Park, 2121 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, WI, 53208, United States
Children & Families Series Celebrations
Mondays & Tuesdays, 12-2 pm
Washington Park Library – 2121 N Sherman Blvd Milwaukee WI
Find your new favorite book series by participating in art projects, science experiments, and imaginative play! From Easy Readers to chapter books, picture books to graphic novels, we’ll focus the fun each week on a series of excellent books.
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.

H2GRoW at Betty Brinn Children's Museum
2025-12-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, 929 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
H2GR0W

July 14 & 21 2025 from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Learn how to grow food plants like lettuce and basil with no soil and no digging! Our hydroponic Fork Farms garden can grow plants with only water and light. Join us for h2gr0w programs every Monday at 1 p.m. to plant seeds, keep the water healthy and pick plants that are ready to eat.

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.
