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Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
November 21, 2019 — January 1, 2020
milwaukeeholidaylights.com
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Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival Kickoff Extravaganza
Thu, November 21 | 6:30pm
Pre-show entertainment beginning at 5:30pm
Pere Marquette Park
MKE your way downtown for a dazzling holiday
celebration, where more than 500,000 lights will
magically come to life right before your very eyes. Enjoy
performances by Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra,
Jenny Thiel, cast members from “Black Nativity” and
Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s “A Christmas Carol,”
Anita’s Dance Center, Milwaukee Flyers, Robin Adkins,
illusionist David Seebach, and national recording artist
Grace Weber. Fireworks and a visit from Santa will top off
the night. Enjoy free cocoa and cookies courtesy of Taste
of Home, and after the show, take in downtown’s newly lit
scenes with free Jingle Bus rides presented by Meijer and
powered by Coach USA.
For your convenience, $3 parking will be available at
the Interstate Parking structure located at The Avenue
between 3pm and midnight. Enter from Plankinton Avenue
or 2nd Street, pull a ticket and park. The promo rate will be
applied when leaving the structure.
If you can’t make the party, tune into WISN 12 for a live
broadcast from 6:30pm to 7pm. “WISN 12 Live: Holiday
Lights Kickoff” presented by Stein’s Garden & Home will
be co-hosted by Adrienne Pedersen and Sheldon Dutes.
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Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
November 21, 2019 – January 1, 2020
Nobody does the holidays quite like Milwaukee! In celebration of our 21st
season, we’re charging up the town to light millions of faces. From all-day
adventures to evening escapes, guests of all ages will delight in our festive
happenings. So MKE it a merry and bright season! Use this handy guide to
plan your merriment.
#MKEholidaylights
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Zeidler Union Square – Table of Contents
“Holiday Hearth
Holiday Happenings 7-13
powered by We Energies”
Presented by We Energies Foundation & Theater & Comedy 14-18
Milwaukee County Parks Music & Movies 21-25
Pull up a seat next to the “Holiday
Hearth.” Featuring larger-than- Art & Heritage 26-28
life living room furniture, take a
Family Learning 29-30
selfie in the plush chair or pose
Cathedral Square Park –
with family and friends in the life- Sports 31-32
size frame. “Community Spirit Park”
Presented by Ideal Property Management New Year’s Eve 35
& Milwaukee County Parks Dining & Nightlife 36-42
Area schools and nonprofits
have decorated more than 90 Shopping 43-46
trees. Pay close attention to Hotels 47
each tree’s theme. The newly
standing evergreens are adorned Santa’s Mailbox Hop ‘N Shop 49-50
with handmade ornaments,
which represent each group’s Presented by Serving Older Adults Ornaments 51-53
wish for the season. Plus, check November 21 – December 15
out our Singing Tree, presented Cathedral Square Park
by Madison Medical Affiliates, Downtown is connecting children
which blinks to singing, music and to the joy and fascination of Santa
clapping in real time! and his elves. Place a child’s letter
to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox at
Cathedral Square Park. Be sure to
include a return address because
Pere Marquette Park – Santa and his extra special helpers
“Polar Park” will send each child a personalized
reply in the mail. Holiday spirit
Presented by Zilber Property Group & delivers the letters to Santa –
Milwaukee County Parks
Catch a frolicking family of
no postage required!
2019
snow people playing games in
Polar Park. Plus, shop for your
holiday tree at Ideal Property
Celebrate
Management’s tree lot, Nov. 23 Marcus Performing Arts
– Dec. 23.
Center’s 50th Anniversary
with This Year’s Holiday
Lights Festival Ornament!
Order Yours on Page 53.
Burns Commons –
“Merry Me In MKE”
Presented by Mandel Group with Support
from VISIT Milwaukee
Find the “Me in MKE” interactive
display near The Hop stop at Burns
Commons, corner of Prospect
and Ogden avenues, and share
how you Milwaukee by using
#MeInMKE.
53 Visit MilwaukeeHolidayLights.com to Discover More About the Parks. 64
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Holiday and Children’s Book Sale Jingle Bus Rides
Sat, November 16 | 9am to 4pm Presented by Meijer
Central Library Thu – Sun,
414.286.3000 | mpl.org November 22 – December 29
Featuring a large selection of new 6pm to 8:20pm
children’s books, as well as adult The Avenue –
fiction and nonfiction titles, fill their 161 W. Wisconsin Avenue
stockings with tales of adventure. 414.220.4700 | milwaukeeholidaylights.com
All proceeds benefit the library. Marvel at downtown’s spectacular
sights aboard the convenient Jingle
Annual City Christmas Tree Lighting Bus. For $2 per person, visitors
Thu, November 21 | 5pm can relish in the holiday spirit
City Hall – Market Street while admiring a festive panorama.
The Pfister Afternoon Tea 414.286.2489 | city.milwaukee.gov Christmas at The Pabst Mansion The 40-minute tour is narrated by
Fri – Sun, Now through May 3 November 21 – January 5 Milwaukee Downtown’s Public
Join Mayor Tom Barrett for this
Seating times: 12:30pm, 1pm, Pabst Mansion Service Ambassadors who
timeless tradition. The City’s
1:30pm & 2pm acquaint riders with key attractions
official tree will be lit just before 414.931.0808 | pabstmansion.com and landmarks. Enjoy free treats
The Pfister Hotel – Blu 5:30 p.m. As one of Milwaukee’s grandest
while you wait , plus discounted
414.935.5950 | thepfisterhotel.com holiday traditions, generations
parking is available in the adjacent
Enjoy a tableside tea blending, of families have come to bask in
structure for $3 with a voucher,
presented in all-silver service by a the splendor of the Mansion’s
courtesy of Interstate Parking.
Pfister Tea Butler. The afternoon holiday decorations, as well as the
is complete with traditional grandeur of the house itself. Three
sandwiches and pastries. floors will be open to the public. Ideal Property Management
Reservations required. Tree Lot
Flannels and Friends November 23 – December 23
Christkindlmarket Milwaukee Thu, November 21 | 4pm to 8pm Pere Marquette Park
November 15 – December 24 Best Place 262.251.3578
Fiserv Forum Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival 414.630.1609 | bestplacemilwaukee.com ideal-landscaping.net
312.494.2175 | christkindlmarket.com/ Kickoff Extravaganza Live music, great games, dinner An old-fashioned tree lot featuring
milwaukee and fantastic friends create a fresh Wisconsin trees, wreaths,
Thu, November 21 | 6:30pm
Experience a traditional German memorable night that makes a garland and holiday décor. Closed
Pere Marquette Park
holiday market at the Fiserv Forum, difference for young people with Thanksgiving. Don’t miss an ice
complete with delicious food and
414.220.4700 | milwaukeeholidaylights.com heart disease and their families. carving demonstration on Dec. 7
Music, dancing, extreme stunts, Proceeds benefit Camp Odayin’s from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a live
drinks, collectibles and gifts.
Santa and a thrilling fireworks Residential Camp and Family Camp reindeer visit on Dec. 15 from
Admission is free.
display combine for the brightest programs. 21+ ages event. 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
night of the year. Best of all, it’s
free – right down to the cookies,
cocoa and Jingle Bus rides. Come
early for pre-show entertainment
at 5:30 p.m.
Santa’s Mailbox
Presented by Serving Older Adults
November 21 – December 15
Cathedral Square Park
414.220.4700 | milwaukeeholidaylights.com
Downtown is connecting children
to the joy and fascination of Santa
and his elves. Place a child’s letter
to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox at
Cathedral Square Park. Be sure to
include a return address because
Santa and his extra special helpers
will send each child a personalized
Photo: JMKE Photography/ reply in the mail. Holiday spirit
VISIT Milwaukee delivers the letters to Santa – no
postage required!
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Classical Christmas Floral Show The Pfister’s
November 23 – January 5 Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Mitchell Park Domes Fri, November 29 | 5pm to 6:30pm
414.257.5608 | milwaukeedomes.org The Pfister Hotel
Enjoy the festive atmosphere 414.935.5950 | thepfisterhotel.com
among vivid poinsettias and Watch the expressions on young
decked-out holiday trees. and old alike as Santa officially
lights The Pfister holiday tree
Milwaukee Turkey Trot at 5:30 p.m. Sip warm drinks
Thu, November 28 | 9am and nibble on a holiday treat.
Veterans Park Nonperishables will be collected
224.757.5425 | wisconsinruns.com for Hunger Task Force. Milwaukee Makers Market Christmas Around Milwaukee
Work up an appetite with a 5K or Sat, November 30 | 10am to 4pm Bakery Bus Tour
8K run. Pabst Twilight Tours Discovery World Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
November 29 & 30, December 6, 13, 414.765.9966 | discoveryworld.org throughout December
Thanksgiving Bountiful Brunch 20, 21 & 23 | 5pm to 7pm Meet Milwaukee jewelry makers, Various Locations
Thu, November 28 | 11am to 5pm Pabst Mansion artists, designers and other skilled 414.255.0534 | milwaukeefoodtours.com
The Pfister Hotel 414.931.0808 | pabstmansion.com artisans. Shop one-of-a-kind, Travel around the world and back
This evening open house invites locally-made products including on this guided tour. Sample (and
414.935.5950 | thepfisterhotel.com ceramics, women’s clothing,
A casual yet elegant setting guests to visit the Pabst Mansion if desired, purchase additional)
after dark to behold the enchanting leather goods, candles and more. holiday cookies, candies and
providing ample holiday cheer.
glow of kindled Christmas trees Admission to the market is free. pastries from a collection of
There is much to be thankful for,
from appetizers and entrees to side accompanied by light refreshments. Milwaukee bakeries.
dishes and desserts – plus all the Small Business Saturday
traditional trimmings. Sat, November 30
Historic Third Ward
Thanksgiving at Mason Street Grill 414.273.1173 | historicthirdward.org
Thu, November 28 | 1pm to 7pm Support locally-owned businesses
Mason Street Grill as Milwaukee retailers offer
incentives and specials during this
414.298.3131 | masonstreetgrill.com one-day sale.
An all-American grill for this
quintessential holiday. Wood-grilled
steaks, seafood and a special Slice of Ice
Thanksgiving prix fixe menu will be December – Mid-March (weather permitting)
available. Red Arrow Park
414.289.8791 | countyparks.com Christmas Lights & Desserts Tour
8th Annual Black Friday Beerfest A slice of winter fun in the heart
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Fri, November 29 | 4pm to 7pm of downtown! Bring your own ice
throughout December
Harley-Davidson Museum skates and skate for free or rent a
Various Locations
pair at the warming house.
414.287.2789 | h-dmuseum.com 414.255.0534 | milwaukeefoodtours.com
Forget the mall. The best way to See downtown’s holiday lights, plus
spend Black Friday is with great sample hot chocolate and desserts
friends and your favorite craft from local restaurants. The bus will
brews. Sample a variety of beers be led by a singing tour guide for a
from many of the Midwest’s best holiday caroling sing-along.
craft breweries.
Visit with Santa at Discovery World Super-Duper Holiday
November 29 – December 1, December 1 – January 2
December 7 – 8, 14 – 15 & 18 – 23 BMO Harris Bank –
Discovery World 770 N. Water Street
414.765.9966 | discoveryworld.org 414.765.7500 | bmoharris.com
The holiday isn’t complete without Check out the superhero-themed
a visit with Santa! Come and greet décor that will fill up the entire
Jolly Old St. Nick all the way from bank lobby with a larger-than-life
the North Pole! display.
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17th Annual Nutcracker Tea Christmas in the Ward Mason Street Grill
Sun, December 1 | 11am to 1:30pm Fri, December 6 | 5:30pm to 8:30pm Christmas Carol Experience
The Wisconsin Club Catalano Square – Menomonee & Sat, December 7, 14 & 21
414.902.2103 | milwaukeeballet.org/events Broadway Mason Street Grill
The Nutcracker Tea features 414.273.1173 | historicthirdward.org 414.298.3131 | masonstreetgrill.com
excerpts from the holiday classic, Get into the holiday spirit with live Reserve your spot for a wonderful
costumed characters, a decadent music, a tree lighting ceremony, winter’s evening, enjoying dinner
brunch, a ballet lesson, and more fireworks, great shopping and at Mason Street Grill followed by
photo opportunities than you can horse-drawn carriage rides. “A Christmas Carol” presented
count! Become part of the magic of
“The Nutcracker” with this family Light Up The Branches
by Milwaukee Repertory Theater. A Very Merry Milwaukee
Complimentary parking in The
event. Sun, December 8 | 10am to 1pm
Fri, December 6 | 5:30pm Pfister structure and transportation
Milwaukee County Historical
War Memorial Center arranged for you.
Society
414.273.5533 | warmemorialcenter.org 414.273.8288 | milwaukeehistory.net
Join the War Memorial Center in Happy Harley Days Tour the Holiday Treasures &
honoring service with the lighting at the Harley-Davidson Museum Traditions exhibit, see Billie the
of five Christmas trees representing Brownie, hear live music and take
Sat, December 7, 14 & 21
each branch of military service. a picture with Santa! Visitors can
10am to 6pm
Free event with hot chocolate, also listen to Mrs. Claus as she
Harley-Davidson Museum
cookies, carolers, Santa and more! reads a holiday favorite, participate
414.287.2789 | h-dmuseum.com
For three Saturdays in December, in a coloring activity or write a
experience an all-new H-D letter to Santa so he doesn’t forget
Museum Family Fun Guide and any wishes.
roaming entertainment. Bring your
wish list to Breakfast with Santa Old Milwaukee Mixer:
(reservations recommended) and A Streets Holiday Party
after your visit with the Big Guy,
Thu, December 12 | 6:30pm to 9:30pm
enjoy hands-on holiday frame
Milwaukee Public Museum
decorating at MOTOR Bar &
Restaurant. 414.278.2728 | mpm.edu
Get up close and personal with
some of the Milwaukee Public
DECEMBER 5 | 4:30 - 6:30 PM Brady Street Festivus
Westown Gets Lit
5:00 PM Tree-Lighting
Sat, December 7 | 3pm to 1:30am
Museum’s unseen collections and
isconsin Avenue & Old World Third Street
learn more about holiday and winter
Thu, December 5 | 4:30pm to 6:30pm Brady Street
n the plaza of 310W (310 W. Wisconsin Avenue) for a new
traditions of years past.
310W Plaza –
the switch on the neighborhood’s 40-ft. spruce, and top off
nd a DJ, plus free cookies, cocoa, s’mores & so much more!
310 W. Wisconsin Avenue
414.272.3978 | bradystreet.org
head to The Avenue (161 W. Wisconsin Avenue) and board the
414.276.6696 | westown.org
us to see all of downtown’s merriment.
Air your grievances and participate European Village Alive!
in feats of strength for the highly
Join Westown leaders on the
#WestownGetsLit December 13 & 14
coveted Festivus Pole. Dining and
plaza of 310W for a new holiday Milwaukee Public Museum
drink specials will also be offered.
celebration as the neighborhood’s Plus, don’t miss the 4th Annual 414.278.2728 | mpm.edu
40-foot-tall tree is lit. Enjoy free Festivus One-Mile Run – 5,280 Learn about centuries-old
cookies, cocoa, s’mores and so European holiday traditions from
DoubleTree by Hilton, Dunkin’, GRAEF, KEI, TrueSkool & NEWaukee
“Feats” of Strength at 3 p.m.
much more! Plus, after Westown is costumed docents.
set aglow, head to The Avenue and
board the Jingle Bus to see all of Cocoa with the Clauses
downtown’s merriment.
Breakfast with Santa at The Pfister Presented by Madison Medical Affiliates
Sat & Sun, Sat, December 14 | 11am to 2pm
MIAD Holiday Sale December 7 – 8, 14 – 15 & 21 – 22 Cathedral Square Park
Thu, December 5 | 6pm to 9pm 8am to 9:30am & 11:30am to 1pm Santa Hustle 5K 414.220.4700 | milwaukeeholidaylights.com
Fri, December 6 | 5pm to 9pm The Pfister Hotel Straight from the North Pole,
Sat, December 7 | 10am to 5pm Milwaukee Run/Walk Santa and Mrs. Claus return for
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
414.935.5950 | thepfisterhotel.com Sun, December 8 | 8:30am to 11:30am
Join Santa and his elves for a this annual cocoa klatch. The free
414.847.3200 | miad.edu Veterans Park outdoor event is a chance for kids
festive feast, a gift for each child,
Browse one-of-a-kind art and crafts, letters to Santa, and 847.829.4536 | santahustle.com/milwaukee to share their wish lists, and for
design work created by MIAD countless memories. Small seating Be part of one of the largest, moms and dads to snap a keepsake
students and alumni. Proceeds groups will ensure that everyone growing races as thousands of photo. Just remember to bring your
support the artists/designers and has an exceptional experience. Santas hit the streets. camera! Elves and other holiday
MIAD student scholarships. characters will also be there.
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Pfister Holiday Marketplace Nunsense Laughter on the 23rd Floor
Sat & Sun, December 14 & 15 November 8 – January 12 November 21 – December 15
10am to 5pm The Rep – Stackner Cabaret Next Act Theatre
The Pfister Hotel – Lobby 414.224.9490 | milwaukeerep.com 414.278.0765 | nextact.org
414.935.5950 | thepfisterhotel.com The little sisters of Hoboken are in This hit Broadway comedy is an
Discover, interact and connect with dire need of emergency funds after homage to Neil Simon’s early days
local artists and experience holiday a culinary disaster nearly wipes out writing jokes for Sid Caesar’s “Your
fun and art in many forms. Explore the convent. The nuns pull out all Show of Shows,” alongside future
local music and fine art, curated by the stops in a fundraising variety legends including Carl Reiner and
Renee Bebeau. The perfect place to show featuring tap dancing, habit Mel Brooks.
find the perfect gifts! humor, an audience quiz and a
special appearance by the convent
The Dickens Dinner cook, Sister Julia, Child of God.
December 18 – 21 | 6:15pm
The Grain Exchange The Nerd
414.727.6980 | bartolottas.com November 12 – December 15
Let the magic of this heartwarming The Rep – Quadracci Powerhouse
evening enchant you as Charles 414.224.9490 | milwaukeerep.com
Dickens, Victorian carolers, and When Willum has an unexpected
delectable food and holiday spirits party guest, who turns into an
create a memorable occasion. unwanted houseguest, he executes
Christmas Celebration an elaborate plan to rid himself of
Brunch at The Pfister the wacky nuisance. The twists and
Wed, December 25 | 11am to 3pm turns of this madcap comedy lead Cristela Alonzo
The Pfister Hotel to an ending that leaves you feeling Thu, November 21 | 8pm
happily hoodwinked! The Underground Collaborative
414.935.5950 | thepfisterhotel.com
A Pfister Christmas brunch begins 414.909.2068 | milwaukeecomedy.com
with a complimentary mimosa The hilarious Cristela Alonzo visits
or Bloody Mary, followed by a Milwaukee for one night only! A
spectacular buffet featuring a favorite guest host on “The View”
delicious assortment of appetizers, and voice actor in the movie “Cars
salads, entrees and decadent 3,” Alonzo has made history as the
desserts. first Latina to create, produce and
star in her own network sitcom,
“Cristela” for ABC.
A Mason Street Grill Christmas
Wed, December 25 | 1pm to 7pm
Mason Street Grill
Jeeves at Sea
November 22 – December 22
414.298.3131 | masonstreetgrill.com Broadway Theatre Center –
Experience classic American
Studio Theatre
favorites and enjoy a specially
prepared Christmas menu at Mason 414.291.7800 | milwaukeechambertheatre.com
Street Grill. Private dining rooms In Margaret Raether’s fourth
are also available for your family adaptation of the classic P.G.
The Salvation Army gathering, big or small. Wodehouse stories, appearing for
30th Annual Christmas Family Feast the first time in the Studio Theatre,
can Jeeves prevent his master
Wed, December 25 Milwaukee Coach & Carriage from being murdered – or worse,
Wisconsin Center Ongoing married?
414.302.4300 | samilwaukee.org Downtown Milwaukee Disney’s Newsies
The Salvation Army of Milwaukee 414.272.6873 | mkecarriage.com
County once again presents its
November 15 – December 22 Franco Escamilla
See downtown’s holiday lights on Broadway Theatre Centre –
annual Christmas feast for every Sat, November 23 | 8pm
a relaxing carriage ride! Half-hour Cabot Theatre
member of the community to The Riverside Theater
and one-hour tours available. 414.291.7800 | skylightmusictheatre.org
partake. Admission is free and all Rides start from the Hyatt Regency 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org
are welcome. Even Santa and Mrs. Based on the rousing true story Franco Escamilla is a stand-up
Milwaukee, Saint Kate – The of newsboys who strike against
Claus will drop by, bearing gifts for Arts Hotel, or The Pfister Hotel. comedian known as the master
the kids while they last. Volunteer unfair conditions in turn-of-the- of sarcasm by the way he tells his
Carriages can hold up to four adults century New York City, this Disney
and donation opportunities with wagons available for larger jokes and anecdotes. An event for
available. film became a Tony Award-winning all ages.
groups. Reservations required. Broadway hit.
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The Second City “The Good, The Bad
& The Ugly Sweater”
November 29 – December 1
Marcus Performing Arts Center –
Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
414.273.7206 | marcuscenter.org
It’s the most wonderful time of the
year-ish! Laugh along with The
Second City as comedy’s best and
brightest roast the chestnuts outta
all the things we lovingly loathe
about the holiday season.
Photo: Matthew Murphy
Orlando Repertory Theatre, 2018 Production
Photo: McKenzie Lakey
The Band’s Visit
November 26 – December 1
Elf – The Musical Kyle Kinane Marcus Performing Arts Center –
November 23 – December 29 Sun, November 24 | 8pm Uihlein Hall
Marcus Performing Arts Center – Turner Hall Ballroom
Todd Wehr Theater
414.273.7206 | marcuscenter.org
414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org In this joyously offbeat story, set
414.267.2961 | firststage.org Kyle Kinane is an internationally in a town that’s way off the beaten
Buddy the Elf has spent his entire touring comedian who has path, a band of musicians arrives
life at the North Pole. When he appeared on “Drunk History,” lost, out of the blue. Under the
discovers that he is not really an elf, “@Midnight,” “The Tonight Show spell of the desert sky, and with
he sets off for New York City to find with Jimmy Fallon,” “Conan,” beautiful music perfuming the air, White Rabbit Red Rabbit
his true identity. Follow his journey “Workaholics,” “This Is Not the band brings the town to life in Sat, November 30 | 4pm
as he sets his sights on winning Happening,” “Not Safe with Nikki unexpected and tantalizing ways. Arc Theatre at Saint Kate –
over his new family and helping Glaser” and “Comedy Bang! Bang!”
The Arts Hotel
New York remember the magic of
The Moscow Ballet’s 414.224.9490 | milwaukeerep.com
Christmas. A Christmas Carol Great Russian Nutcracker In “White Rabbit Red Rabbit” a
November 26 – December 24 single actor walks onstage, opens
The Pabst Theater Fri, November 29 | 7pm
The Riverside Theater a sealed envelope and performs
414.224.9490 | milwaukeerep.com a play they’ve never seen or read
Experience the annual Milwaukee 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org before. A global sensation veiled
Repertory Theater tradition of With world-class artists, over 200
in mystery, it’s a one-of-a-kind
Charles Dickens’ holiday classic, dazzling costumes and stunning
theatrical experience full of
“A Christmas Carol” at The Pabst sets, don’t miss this acclaimed
surprises.
Theater! Christmas classic.
The Henry Ford’s
Innovation Nation Live
November 23 & 24
Marcus Performing Arts Center –
Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
414.273.7206 | marcuscenter.org
Like the award-winning television
show, The Henry Ford’s Innovation
Nation – LIVE! will inspire
audiences with entertaining
and educational stories about
yesterday and today’s visionaries
and innovators. Ensemble members from “A Christmas Carol” at The Rep. Photo: Michael Brosilow
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The Nutcracker
December 7 – 26
Marcus Performing Arts Center –
Uihlein Hall
414.902.2103 | milwaukeeballet.org
Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra plays
Tchaikovsky’s iconic score live
with Milwaukee Children’s Choir.
Experience the wonder of the
world-famous suites, including
“Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,”
“Waltz of the Flowers,” and “March ‘Twas the Month Before Christmas
of The Nutcracker.” December 18 – 22
Marcus Performing Arts Center –
Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
414.273.7206 | marcuscenter.org
Milwaukee playwright and actor
Doug Jarecki delivers a hilarious
and heartwarming holiday treat!
TTMBC takes a unique look at
Cirque Musica presents Black Nativity Joseph and Mary, the three kings
– and the innkeeper, and shares
Holiday Wishes December 5 – 15 the “other” stories that led to that
Sun, December 1 | 7pm Marcus Performing Arts Center – magical night in Bethlehem.
Miller High Life Theatre Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
800.745.3000 | millerhighlifetheatre.com 414.273.7206 | marcuscenter.org Jim Brickman:
“Holiday Wishes” brings a Milwaukee’s newest annual
holiday story to life in a full holiday musical, “Black Nativity” A Christmas Celebration
theatrical cirque event for the by Langston Hughes’ song play is Thu, December 26 | 7:30pm
entire family. Featuring the a testament to the power of gospel Marcus Performing Arts Center –
world-renowned cast of Cirque music, telling the classic story of Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
Musica with your favorite holiday the Nativity through a combination 414.273.7206 | marcuscenter.org
hits all performed live by a full of African American scripture, The best-selling piano artist of our
symphony orchestra. poetry, dance, and song. time, Jim Brickman and his special
guests, will dazzle audiences
Larry The Cable Guy with holiday favorites, #1 hits,
vibrant vocals, laughter and joy, in
Sun, December 1 | 8pm this bright, festive winter’s night
The Riverside Theater celebration.
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Multiplatinum recording artist,
Grammy nominee, Billboard
An Evening with Chevy Chase
award winner and one of the top Fri, December 27 | 7:30pm
comedians in the country, Larry the The Riverside Theater
Cable Guy, comes to The Riverside 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org
Theater. Light up your holidays with Chevy
Chase live on stage.
The Dinner Detective
Sat, Now through December 28
6pm to 9pm
Tue, December 31
The Winter’s Tale 6pm to 9pm
DoubleTree Milwaukee Downtown
December 6 – 15
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center 866.496.0535 | thedinnerdetective.com
Partake in solving a challenging
414.267.2961 | firststage.org crime while feasting on a fantastic
First Stage Young Company
dinner. Just beware, you may find
presents Shakespeare’s Dancer: Alana Griffith, yourself as prime suspect before
tragicomedy. Photo: Mark Frohna
you know it.
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MDI25321-BRC_holidayLightsFestival2019_v2d.indd 20-21 11/5/19 11:30 AMColors & Chords The All Black Affair
Fri, November 22 | 6:30pm Sat, November 23 | 9pm
Turner Hall Ballroom Wisconsin Center
414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org 414.908.6000 | wisconsincenter.com
Colors & Chords is a one-of-a-kind Featuring a big name night of
event that celebrates music and art celebrities and guests.
by pairing bands with prominent
local artists onstage. Multiple Elvis Costello & The Imposters
participatory art, music, and
Tue, November 26 | 7:30pm
technology installations are staged
Miller High Life Theatre
in the balcony, inviting audience
members to engage in imaginative 800.745.3000 | millerhighlifetheatre.com Café Sopra Mare: Simon Farintosh Lindsey Stirling – Warmer in the
exploration throughout the evening. The tour is entitled, “Just Trust” in Sun, December 1 | 10am to 12:30pm Winter Christmas Tour
answer to the musical questions: Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Thu, December 5 | 8pm
“Will they play my favorite song?,” Museum The Riverside Theater
or, “Are they going to frighten the 414.271.3656 | villaterrace.org
horses with a lot of excellent songs 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org
A free music series during which to Witness the uber-talented
that are rarely performed?,” and listen, read, visit or simply relax.
not to mention, “Can I expect the violinist Lindsey Stirling captivate
hits of yesteryear and those of Milwaukee with cinematic
tomorrow?” Cirque Dreams Holidaze renditions of your favorite holiday
December 3 & 4 | 7:30pm tunes.
MSO: Home Alone – The Riverside Theater
Film with Live Orchestra 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org MSO: Holiday Pops
Celebrate the holidays with December 6 – 8
Sat, November 30 | 7:30pm an electric night (or two) of an The Riverside Theater
Sun, December 1 | 2:30pm excellent combination of music and
The Riverside Theater
414.291.7605 | mso.org
theater. Bring the whole family to
414.291.7605 | mso.org Milwaukee’s musical holiday
A true holiday favorite, this beloved Pajama Jamboree – Holiday tradition! Tony-nominated
comedy classic features John Broadway soprano Rebecca Luker
Wed, December 4 | 7pm
Williams’s charming and delightful joins the MSO for Holiday Pops,
Marcus Performing Arts Center –
score, performed live by the MSO. a musical jubilee of your favorite
Bradley Pavilion
Photo: Ray DiPietro Kevin McCallister is an 8-year- carols, classics and sing-alongs,
old boy who is accidentally left 262.853.6085 | festivalcitysymphony.org
Enjoy a free, one-hour classical plus a handbell ensemble and other
behind when his family leaves delights.
‘90s Kickback Concert for Christmas vacation, and who “pops” concert, including
must defend his home against two performances by the Whitefish
Fri, November 22 | 8pm
Miller High Life Theatre bungling thieves. Bay High School Choir, geared WMSE Big Band Grand Stand
toward children and their families. Sun, December 8 | 4pm
800.745.3000 | millerhighlifetheatre.com Pajamas, teddy bears and blankets Turner Hall Ballroom
The ‘90s Kickback Concert are welcome. Nonperishable food
celebrates the best in R&B music 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org
donations are encouraged for The Chicago Jazz Orchestra swings
from the decade that created some Hunger Task Force.
of the genre’s most memorable and into the holidays playing Ella
iconic hits. Fitzgerald and Joe Williams.
Christmas on the Screen
MSO: Mozart’s Requiem Wed, December 4 | 7:30pm Mix Mistletoe Show
Charles Allis Museum with Goo Goo Dolls
November 22 – 24
Marcus Performing Arts Center –
414.278.8295 | charlesallis.org Mon, December 9 | 7pm
A compilation of Christmas musical
Uihlein Hall The Riverside Theater
numbers from the film collection
414.291.7605 | mso.org of Dale E. Kuntz. Consisting of 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org
Mozart’s staggering Requiem complete musical numbers by Bing “Slide” your way into the holiday
contains the final notes Mozart Crosby – “White Christmas,” and season when 99.1 The Mix presents
ever composed. On the first half, Bob Hope – “Silver Bells.” Plus, Mix-Mas featuring the Goo Goo
Resident Conductor Yaniv Danur four versions of “Silent Night” by Dolls.
both conducts and performs Shirley Temple, Deanna Durbin,
Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 20, Bing Crosby and Nelson Eddy – in
a moody work which ends with a German, and many more.
smile. Photo: Erin Kavanaugh
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MDI25321-BRC_holidayLightsFestival2019_v2d.indd 22-23 11/5/19 11:31 AMBig Band Holidays Christmas in the Basilica Hot Tuna
Tue, December 10 | 7:30pm December 13 – 15 Sun, December 15 | 8pm
Marcus Performing Arts Center – Basilica of Saint Josaphat Turner Hall Ballroom
Uihlein Hall 414.481.8801 | belcanto.org 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org
414.273.7206 | marcuscenter.org One of Bel Canto Chorus’ most For more than four decades,
Hailed as “an extraordinarily popular concerts returns to the Hot Tuna has played, toured and
versatile orchestra” by The Los Basilica to feature John Rutter’s recorded some of the best and most
Angeles Times, the Jazz at Lincoln Gloria and traditional Christmas memorable acoustic and electric
Center Orchestra is composed of carol arrangements by Michelle music ever – and they’re still going
15 of jazz music’s leading soloists Hynson, assistant conductor and strong!
under the leadership of musical accompanist, celebrating her 30th
director Wynton Marsalis. anniversary with Bel Canto Chorus. Festive Joy with Brioso
Sun, December 15 | 2pm to 3pm
MSO: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Milwaukee Art Museum
Fire – In Concert 414.224.3200 | mam.org
December 13 – 15 Enjoy an afternoon of holiday cheer
The Riverside Theater as Brioso, the advanced violin
414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org ensemble of the Barcel Suzuki
Relive the magic of Harry Potter™ String Academy, fills the hall with
soaring across the big screen in holiday tunes.
high-definition and experience the
music of a live symphony orchestra Peekaboo Christmas with the Nelsons –
performing Patrick Doyle’s
unforgettable score.
Thu, December 19 | 8pm
Turner Hall Ballroom
Starring Matthew & Gunnar Nelson
Fri, December 20 | 7:30pm
414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org Miller High Life Theatre
MSO: Leslie Odom, Jr. – Florentine Opera After a string of massively
800.745.3000 | millerhighlifetheatre.com
A Holiday Special Home for the Holidays successful EPs, singles, and
Christmas with the Nelsons tells the
remixes, all within a few short
Wed, December 11 | 7:30pm December 13, 14 & 21 | 7:30pm story of three family Christmases in
months, audiences around the
The Riverside Theater Sun, December 22 | 2:30pm the lives of America’s First Family
world have been captivated by
Wayne & Kristine Lueders of Entertainment, the Nelsons!
414.291.7605 | mso.org Florentine Opera Center
PEEKABOO’s fresh, distinctive and
Leslie Odom, Jr., best known as unique production style. Interweaving quick humor, soaring
Broadway hit “Hamilton’s” original 800.32.OPERA | florentineopera.org sibling vocals, and state-of-the-art
Aaron Burr, joins the MSO for a A prelude to the holidays with a big screen video, Matthew and
holiday concert with a jazz twist. concert of winter tunes and carols, Gunnar’s completely new show will
reminding audiences of the joys of take you on a sleigh ride through
this festive time of year. time.
BenDeLaCreme & Jinkx Monsoon:
All I Want for Christmas is Attention Live Music: Roubik Music Studio Celtic Woman:
Thu, December 12 | 7:30pm
Turner Hall Ballroom
Holiday Concert The Best of Christmas Tour
Sat, December 14 | 11am to 12pm Sat, December 21 | 8pm
414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org Milwaukee Art Museum The Riverside Theater
BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon
are back in an all-new, two-queen 414.224.3200 | mam.org 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org
holiday extravaganza! A little song, Listen as children ages three Enchant your family with a
a lot of eggnog and theaters full of to 15 perform a winter concert festive and unparalleled musical
people looking at them. Yup, all they celebration with 30 violins and experience with Ireland’s Celtic
want for Christmas is attention! violas. A Motown Christmas Woman, accompanied by a full
Fri, December 20 | 8pm symphony orchestra!
Dirt Monkey Deadmau5 / Cube V3 The Riverside Theater
Fri, December 13 | 8pm Sat, December 14 | 7:30pm 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org
Wisconsin Center Dazzling choreography and
Turner Hall Ballroom
414.908.6000 | wisconsincenter.com unforgettable harmonies all
414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org performed by members of The
As a pioneer in the dubstep and World-renowned electronic artist
deadmau5 joins Gue5t Vox from Temptations, The Miracles and
bass music genres, Dirt Monkey The Capitols make “A Motown
has garnered support from many of Lights with tour support from Chris
Lake and Mad Zach. Christmas” a celebration like no
his peers, including Griz, Excision, other!
Liquid Stranger and more.
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MDI25321-BRC_holidayLightsFestival2019_v2d.indd 24-25 11/5/19 11:31 AMLive Music: Bruce Anthony Guitar Milwaukee City Tour Kim Faler: Cope and Drag
Sat, December 21 | 1pm to 2pm Ongoing, Fri & Sat | 10am Now through January 10
Milwaukee Art Museum Various Locations Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel
414.224.3200 | mam.org 414.698.8058 | untappedtours.com 414.276.8686 | saintkatearts.com
Celebrate the season with a solo A complete city tour filled with Themes of anxiety, pressure and
guitar concert by musician Bruce history, photo opportunities, reliance are explored through
Anthony. cheese and beer! architectural materials.
North Shore Suzuki Strings My Heart is Not Blind
Holiday Concert Now through November 30
Sun, December 22 | 2:30pm to 3:15pm Central Library
Milwaukee Art Museum 414.286.3000 | mpl.org
414.224.3200 | mam.org A photography and audio exhibition
Listen as students of all ages on blindness and perception by
celebrate the holiday season with a artist Michael Nye.
violin and cello concert.
Sound | Asleep
Annual Christmas Cinema: Houdini by Steven Foster & Tomiko Jones
Wed, December 25 | 12pm to 4pm Now through December 8
Jewish Museum Milwaukee Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel
414.390.5730 | jewishmuseummilwaukee.org Greensky Bluegrass 414.276.8686 | saintkatearts.com
A screening of “Houdini” – the 1953 with Horseshoes and Hand Grenades Audio combines with still life Magnificent Machines of Milwaukee
biopic starring then husband-and- December 29 – 31 photography for a multisensory
Now through January 26
wife Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh as The Riverside Theater experience.
Grohmann Museum
Harry and Bess Houdini. The film
details Houdini’s rise to fame as 414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org 414.277.2300 | msoe.edu/grohmann-museum
the world’s greatest escape artist Greensky Bluegrass returns for Featuring some of the most
and magician with his beloved wife a special three-night run to ring significant engineering marvels
Bess at his side. in the new year! Joined by very in Milwaukee’s history detailed
special guests and bluegrass through photographs, documents,
mavericks Horseshoes & Hand ephemera and a number of the
Grenades for nights one and two, actual machines highlighted in the
these shows promise a high-energy book of the same name by engineer
display of bluegrass showmanship Thomas Fehring, who also serves
that will have your toes tapping as guest curator.
from sundown to sunrise.
Inescapable: The Life and
The Gufs & Willy Porter Band Legacy of Harry Houdini
Tue, December 31 | 7:30pm
Now through January 5
The Pabst Theater
Jewish Museum Milwaukee
414.286.3205 | pabsttheater.org 414.390.5730 | jewishmuseummilwaukee.org
Ring in the New Year with The Gufs
Inescapable, curated by
and the Willy Porter Band. A night
performer and magician David
Trans-Siberian Orchestra of all of your favorite tunes from
two Milwaukee favorites. Very
London, tells the story of how
Fri, December 27 | 3:30pm & 8pm Ehrich Weiss became Harry
special guest Brett Newski opens
Fiserv Forum Houdini and investigates the
the festivities.
414.227.0511 | fiservforum.com technologies, marketing prowess
Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO), and entertainment trends that
the multi-platinum, critically
Radio Radio New Wave NYE transformed him into a superstar.
acclaimed progressive rock Tue, December 31 | 8pm to 1am
group, will be bringing its highly Pabst Milwaukee Brewery & The Hop Streetcar Tour
anticipated Winter Tour back Taproom Thu, Now through December 19 | 10am
to Milwaukee. Returning with 414.908.0025 | pabstmkebrewery.com Sat, Now through April 25 | 2pm
all-new staging and effects is the Kick 2019 to the curb and say hey Downtown Milwaukee
unforgettable show that started to 2020 with an insane New Wave 414.277.7795 | historicmilwaukee.org
it all, “Christmas Eve and Other Dance Party! Explore Milwaukee’s distant and
Stories.” more recent past while enjoying a
smooth ride on The Hop.
25 26
MDI25321-BRC_holidayLightsFestival2019_v2d.indd 26-27 11/5/19 11:31 AMJeffrey Clancy: Ben Balcom: News from Nowhere James Benning and Sharon
Measured Misalignments Now through February 23 Lockhart: Over Time
Now through January 26 Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel Now through March 1
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts 414.276.8686 | saintkatearts.com Milwaukee Art Museum
Museum Local filmmaker Balcom explores 414.224.3200 | mam.org
414.271.3656 | villaterrace.org Milwaukee’s urban landscape in his Separated by a generation,
UW-Madison professor of Art in latest film. American artists James Benning
Metalsmithing and Jewelry, Jeffrey (b. 1942), a Milwaukee native,
Clancy, examines the Villa Terrace Portrait of Milwaukee and Sharon Lockhart (b. 1964) Hilaire-Germain-Edgar Degas, Dancers
at the Barre, ca. 1900. Oil on canvas.
– both objectively and anecdotally Now through March 1 often cite each other’s films as an 51¼ × 38½ in. The Phillips Collection,
– by re-telling its stories in a way Milwaukee Art Museum influence on their own work. This Washington, DC. Acquired 1944.
that combines facts with the 414.224.3200 | mam.org exhibition, which will evolve in two
artist’s idiosyncratic observations Photographs from the 1930s installations over the course of a The Bauhaus, László Moholy-Nagy,
and imagined likely possibilities. year, reveals connection points
through the 2010s highlight some of
between their practices. and Milwaukee
the people, movements, businesses
Landfall Press: Now through June 7
and neighborhoods that have
A Modern Vision: Milwaukee Art Museum
Five Decades of Printmaking helped make Milwaukee what it
414.224.3200 | mam.org
Now through February 9
is today. From small businesses European Masterworks from the On the occasion of the 100th
to community churches, tannery
Milwaukee Art Museum
workers to New Wave rockers, Phillips Collection anniversary of the Bauhaus
414.224.3200 | mam.org the subjects of the pictures in the Now through March 22 (1919–1933), the innovative art,
Celebrate the history and exhibition show a midwestern city Milwaukee Art Museum architecture, and design school in
innovation behind one of America’s that is just as dynamic and diverse 414.224.3200 | mam.org Germany, the display in this gallery
most renowned printers-publishers as the people who call it home. The exhibition features 50 highlights one of its key figures:
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occasion of its 50th 1 10/26/2019 12:28:25 PM
masterworks by towering artist, designer, and theorist László
anniversary year. figures of European modernism, Moholy-Nagy.
including Édouard Manet, Gustave
Caillebotte, Claude Monet, Berthe Meijer Free First Thursday
What do you get when you have a Morisot, Vincent van Gogh, Paul
Cézanne, Edgar Degas, Pierre
Thu, December 5 | 10am to 8pm
Milwaukee Art Museum
non-stop flight with an onboard Bonnard, Wassily Kandinsky,
Amedeo Modigliani, and Pablo
414.224.3200 | mam.org
Admission to the Milwaukee Art
chocolate chip cookie? Picasso. Museum is free for individuals and
families (excluding group tours) on
Delight, Inspire, Educate: the first Thursday of each month,
The Allis Collection as Catalyst thanks to Meijer.
Now through April 12
Charles Allis Museum Central Library Architectural Tour
414.278.8295 | charlesallis.org Ongoing, Sat | 11am to 12pm
A showcase of the various Central Library
aspects of the Allis art collection, 414.286.3000 | mpl.org
from paintings and sculptures to Learn about the fascinating history
decorative arts objects and print of the Milwaukee Public Library
materials. during this free Architectural Tour
led by docents. Tours begin in
the Rotunda. End your tour in the
Bookseller Used Bookstore & Cafe
and receive a coupon for a free
book.
Skywaukee Walking Tour
Ongoing, Sat | 11am & 1pm
Downtown Milwaukee
M I D W E S T 414.277.7795 | historicmilwaukee.org
E X P R E S S Discover downtown Milwaukee
from indoors! Stroll through the
skywalk system and learn about
Your Home for Exceptional Non-Stop Flights significant Milwaukee landmarks.
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MDI25321-BRC_holidayLightsFestival2019_v2d.indd 28-29 11/5/19 11:31 AMStory Time in the Galleries Neighborhood Night Hidden MPM: Spiders Tour
Ongoing, Sat | 10:30am Thu, November 21 | 5pm to 8pm Sat, November 23 & 30 | 11am
Milwaukee Art Museum Thu, December 19 | 5pm to 8pm Milwaukee Public Museum
414.224.3200 | mam.org Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 414.278.2728 | mpm.edu
Hear a story that relates to a work 414.390.5437 | bbcmkids.org Spiders have been tied to human
of art in the Museum, and then Enjoy free access to all the culture and folklore for thousands
make a drawing inspired by what Museum’s hands-on exhibits and of years. Explore the stories of
you have seen and heard. stop by the Be A Maker space to spiders in the permanent exhibits.
find tools, materials and techniques
Saturdays at Central for endless ways to experiment and Kohl’s Thank You Thursday
create.
Ongoing, Sat | 10:30am Thu, December 5 | 9am to 8pm
Central Library Milwaukee Public Museum
414.286.3000 | mpl.org 414.278.2728 | mpm.edu
Bring the whole family to the Receive free access to the
library to play and learn together. permanent exhibits of MPM on Play Date with Art:
Family programs every Saturday the first Thursday of every month
at 10:30 a.m. in the Central Library during Kohl’s Thank You Thursday.
Bold Brushstrokes
Betty Brinn Children’s Room Fri, December 13 | 10am to 12pm
Milwaukee Art Museum
encourage young children to Wondering About the Winter
explore and have fun! 414.224.3200 | mam.org
Solstice It’s never too early to learn to love
Saturday Afternoons Sat, December 7 | 10:30am, 11:30am, art! Drop in and make art together,
12:30pm & 3pm in this monthly program designed
at Central for ‘Tweens Discovery World especially for young visitors, ages
Ongoing, Sat | 2pm 414.765.9966 | discoveryworld.org five and under (with an adult). Stop
Central Library Learn all about the shortest day by and sing along during Singing
414.286.3000 | mpl.org of the year as we examine what is Time at 10:30 and 11:15 a.m.
Each Saturday afternoon focuses really happening on our planet and
on out-of-school learning activities in the solar system and then create Fizzy Frosty Ornaments
for children ages 8-12 that inspire a take-home model. Sat, December 14 | 10:30am & 1:30pm
participants to explore, learn, and Discovery World
create! Hidden MPM Tour: 414.765.9966 | discoveryworld.org
Feasting on Science Holidays in History Frosty the Ornament, was a fizzing
Sat, December 7, 21 & 28 | 11am happy soul. “With some simple
Sat, November 23 | 10:30am & paint, some soda and vin, he’ll
1:30pm Milwaukee Public Museum
414.278.2728 | mpm.edu begin to fizz again.” Create your
Discovery World own fizzy painted ornament to give
414.765.9966 | discoveryworld.org Learn how holiday traditions
brought from European immigrants as a gift or keep for yourself!
Experiment with some of your
favorite Thanksgiving foods to learn to Milwaukee blended together to
how butter and whipped cream are create our modern celebrations. Aquarium Animal Tours
so similar, why cranberries float, Sat, December 14
and why yeast rises. Find out the Kohl’s Art Generation Family 11am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm
Discovery World
answers to these questions and Sunday: Artful Holiday
more as the science behind your 414.765.9966 | discoveryworld.org
Sun, December 8 | 10am to 4pm
favorite holiday foods is explored. Experience the Reiman Aquarium
Milwaukee Art Museum
like you never have with a guided
414.224.3200 | mam.org tour led by Discovery World’s very
Hidden MPM Tour: Discover the art of printmaking own Freshwater Educator.
A Tribute to Survival in the exhibition Landfall Press:
Five Decades of Printmaking.
Spiders Alive! Sat, November 23 & 30 | 1pm
Meet area printmakers and watch
Tony’s Creepy Crawly Zoo
Milwaukee Public Museum
Now through January 12 demonstrations, all while enjoying Sat, December 14 | 11:30am
Milwaukee Public Museum
414.278.2728 | mpm.edu Discovery World
A fascinating overview exploring the sounds of the season. Then,
414.278.2728 | mpm.edu how First Americans survived and learn how to make your own prints, 414.765.9966 | discoveryworld.org
Explore this exciting eight-legged using a variety of techniques; bring Creeping, crawling, flying and
thrived while shaping U.S. history
exhibit with 17 species of live them home to frame or give as fantastic! Join Tony “The Bug
and transforming the rest of the
spiders from around the world. holiday gifts! Whisperer” and learn about the
world.
insects in our backyard.
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MDI25321-BRC_holidayLightsFestival2019_v2d.indd 30-31 11/5/19 11:31 AMMilwaukee Wave Marquette University –
UWM Panther Arena Women’s Basketball
414.224.WAVE | milwaukeewave.com Al McGuire Center
vs. Florida Tropics 414.288.4668 | gomarquette.com
Sat, December 7 | 7:07pm vs. Mississippi State
vs. Mesquite Outlaws Mon, November 25 | 7pm
Tue, December 31 | 3:07pm vs. Belmont
Milwaukee Admirals Sat, December 21 | 2pm
UWM Panther Arena UWM Men’s Basketball
Milwaukee Bucks 414.227.0550 | milwaukeeadmirals.com UWM Panther Arena
Fiserv Forum vs. Grand Rapids Griffins 414.299.5886 | mkepanthers.com
800.4NBATIX | nba.com/bucks Sat, November 23 | 6pm vs. Eastern Illinois
vs. Portland Trail Blazers vs. Manitoba Moose Sat, December 14 | 7pm
Thu, November 21 | 7pm Wed, November 27 | 7pm
vs. Iowa Wild
UWM Women’s Basketball
vs. Detroit Pistons
Fri, December 6 | 7pm Klotsche Center WWE Friday Night Smackdown
Sat, November 23 | 7:30pm Fri, December 13 | 6:45pm
vs. Chicago Wolves
414.229.5886 | mkepanthers.com
vs. Utah Jazz 414.227.0511 | fiservforum.com
Mon, November 25 | 7pm Fri, December 13 | 7pm vs. Northern Illinois
Thu, December 5 | 7pm Yoga @ The Museum
vs. Atlanta Hawks vs. San Antonio Rampage
Wed, November 27 | 7pm Wed, December 18 | 7pm vs. Marquette Sat, December 14 | 8:15am to 9:30am
Sun, December 8 | 4pm Milwaukee Art Museum
vs. Charlotte Hornets vs. Cleveland Monsters
Sat, November 30 | 7pm Fri, December 20 | 7pm vs. Bowling Green 414.224.3200 | mam.org
Sat, December 14 | 1pm Join omTownYogis for an all-
vs. New York Knicks vs. Grand Rapids Griffins
vs. North Dakota levels yoga class in beautiful
Mon, December 2 | 7pm Sat, December 28 | 6pm
Sat, December 21 | 2pm Windhover Hall. Pre-registration is
vs. Los Angeles Clippers encouraged.
Fri, December 6 | 7:30pm vs. Wright State
Sat, December 28 | 2pm
vs. Orlando Magic
Mon, December 9 | 7pm vs. Northern Kentucky
Mon, December 30 | 7pm
vs. New Orleans Pelicans
Wed, December 11 | 8:30pm MSOE Men’s Basketball
vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Hotchkin Arena
Sat, December 14 | 7:30pm 800.332.6763 | go-raiders.com
vs. Dallas Mavericks vs. Rockford
Mon, December 16 | 7pm Sat, November 23 | 2pm
vs. Los Angeles Lakers vs. Monmouth (Ill.)
Thu, December 19 | 7pm Sun, November 24 | 2pm
vs. Indiana Pacers vs. Marian
Sun, December 22 | 6pm Marquette University – Sat, November 30 | 2pm
vs. Orlando Magic Men’s Basketball vs. Aurora
Sat, December 28 | 7:30pm Fiserv Forum Sat, December 14 | 2pm
vs. Minnesota Timberwolves 414.288.4668 | gomarquette.com MSOE Women’s Basketball
Wed, January 1 | 7pm vs. Robert Morris Hotchkin Arena
Sat, November 23 | 1pm
800.332.6763 | go-radiers.com
vs. Jacksonville
Wed, December 4 | 8pm vs. Rockford
Sat, November 23 | 4:15pm
vs. Grambling State
vs. Marian
Tue, December 17 | 7pm
Tue, November 26 | 7pm
Harlem Globetrotters
vs. North Dakota State Tue, December 31 | 1pm & 6pm
Fri, December 20 | 8pm vs. Aurora Fiserv Forum
Sat, December 14 | 4:15pm
vs. Central Arkansas 414.227.0511 | fiservforum.com
Sat, December 28 | 1pm
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Milwaukee County
at the
Historical Society
Milwaukee Holiday
Treasures & Traditions Exhibit
December 2 - 28
Enjoy our festive decor as you explore
Milwaukee's holiday past including the
Christmas Parade, vintage toys, and
Santa's favorite helper, Billie the Brownie.
s S a n t a!
Don't m
i s A Very Merry Milwaukee
Picture with Santa Event
December 8th , 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free - Kids from 1 to 92 are welcome!
Find out more at www.milwaukeehistory.net
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