Featured Events
1. Turkey Trot
THURSDAY AT 9 A.M. | DOWNTOWN MILWAUKEE
A Cranky Al’s doughnut awaits all trotters at the finish line of this Downtown 5K and 8K. Race registration is open until 8:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
2. ‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil
FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY | MILLER HIGH LIFE THEATRE
You can see Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever Christmas-themed performance, based on the classic poem “A Visit from Saint Nicholas” by Clement Clarke Moore, at the Miller High Life Theatre Downtown. With seven showtimes across the weekend, there are plenty of chances to rediscover the holiday magic through this acrobatic lens.
3. Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY | MARCUS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
The whimsical world of Whoville will be set at the Marcus Center this week, bringing the New York Times-praised musical to Milwaukee theatre-goers. You can grab tickets to this holiday classic online.
4. Small Business Saturday
SATURDAY FROM 7 A.M.-7 P.M. | HISTORIC THIRD WARD
Several businesses in the Historic Third Ward will be offering special deals to shop local on Small Business Saturday. Check out the updating list of participating storefronts here.
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5. Christmas at the Pabst Mansion
ALL WEEKEND | PABST MANSION
Christmas enthusiasts and history lovers alike can come together on this self-guided tour through the opening weekend of Christmas at the Pabst Mansion. See how the annually-changing decorations dress the beautifully preserved Milwaukee mansion in shimmering lights and elegant garlands.
6. Oz at Onesto
ALL WEEKEND | ONESTO
Step into Oz at Onesto, now through Dec. 1. Guests can enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres, a chocolate fountain, themed cocktails and mocktails, and more at this Wicked-inspired pop-up experience in the Historic Third Ward. Plus, you can shop permanent jewelry and enter a “Best Dressed” contest for a chance to win dinner for two every month for 12 months. Reserve your spot here.
7. Country Christmas
ALL WEEKEND | THE INGLESIDE HOTEL
From 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, you can journey through this Pewaukee holiday lights event from the warmth of your own vehicle.
8. A Christmas Carol
ALL WEEKEND | THE PABST THEATER
Milwaukee Rep favorite Matt Daniels returns to play the iconic Ebenezer Scrooge, during the opening week of A Christmas Carol at the Pabst Theater Downtown. Tickets to all five showtimes across the weekend are on sale here.
9. Pete Lee
ALL WEEKEND | MILWAUKEE IMPROV
This Wisconsin-raised comic was the first-ever standup comedian to receive a standing ovation on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” This weekend, we’ve got him for three nights at the Improv, just 70 miles from Lee’s Janesville roots. Get tickets online.
10. Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra: Home Alone 2
ALL WEEKEND | BRADLEY SYMPHONY CENTER
Enjoy an evening of being lost in New York with Kevin! The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra will fill the Bradley Center with John Williams’ score live at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, along with the sequel to the classic 1990 film.
11. Thanksgiving at Mason Street Grill
THURSDAY FROM 1-8 P.M. | MASON STREET GRILL
Mason Street Grill is offering a Thanksgiving Prix Fixe menu, along with its regular menu, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday. Private dining rooms will also be available to rent on the holiday.
12. Violins of Hope Community Free Day
FRIDAY FROM 10 A.M.-3 P.M. | JEWISH MUSEUM MILWAUKEE
Violins of Hope Wisconsin is inviting all Milwaukee County residents to a community free day, a chance for all of Milwaukee to see a collection of restored instruments once played by Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust.
13. Bourbon & Beer
FRIDAY FROM 1-5 P.M. | DOWNTOWN RACINE
Stroll eight blocks of Downtown Racine, and sample and savor 10 top-shelf bourbons, 10 craft beers and 20 bourbon-infused appetizers during this Black Friday event. Tickets also include a custom tasting glass.
14. Annual Pfister Tree Lighting Ceremony
FRIDAY FROM 5-6:30 P.M. | THE PFISTER HOTEL
Santa will light the tree in the lobby of the Pfister Hotel Downtown at this free community event. Non-perishable food items will be collected for the Hunger Task Force.
15. Milwaukee Admirals vs. Rockford Icehogs
SATURDAY AT 6 P.M. | UW-MILWAUKEE PANTHER ARENA
Watch the Milwaukee Admirals face off against the Rockford Icehogs on Saturday night inside the Panther arena. The puck drops at 6 p.m. Tickets are on sale here.
16. Bucks vs. Nets
SATURDAY AT 7 P.M. | FISERV FORUM
Our hometown Bucks are taking on the Brooklyn Nets inside the Forum on Saturday night. Tip-off is at 7 p.m.
