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  • Come From Away

    Come From Away

    Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of […]

    $25 – $150
  • Tsuzamen Combo

    Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center 504 S. Brearly St., Madison, Wisconsin, United States

    Mike Bell brings back the ever more popular band Tsuzamen for its fourth show at the Wild Hog. The name of the band means together, an especially important concept for […]

    $2 – $4
  • The Nutcracker with the Milwaukee Ballet

    The Nutcracker with the Milwaukee Ballet

    Marcus Performing Arts Center 929 N Water Street, Milwaukee, United States

    Adventure into the dreamlike world of Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium! Hailed as “equal parts smart and magical” (Milwaukee Magazine), this fantastical production invites you to let your imagination run free for the […]

    $50 – $200
  • Shark Week

    Shark Week

    Cave of the Mounds 2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd., Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, United States

    Shark Week is an exciting blend of geology and paleontology! Dive into the ancient past and discover the fascinating connection between the cave and the prehistoric oceans that once covered the region. During Shark Week, guests can participate in a fun activity: collecting real fossilized shark teeth throughout the tour. For just $3 per bag, […]

    $15.99 – $24.99
  • Rudolph Country Christmas

    Rudolph Country Christmas 213200 State Hwy 97, Rudolph

    Community Christmas event featuring 5k run, Christmas market, Drone show (new this year!), parade, petting zoo, horse-drawn wagon rides, Santa Visit, live music and much more. Full details with times located at link shared below.

    Free
  • WPR Pop-up concert at Madison’s Woodman’s East with the East High School Strings Ensemble

    Woodman’s Madison (East) 3817 Milwaukee St, Madison

    WPR is planning a little extra joy this season with a special pop-up performance at Woodman’s East on Milwaukee Street in Madison. Shoppers will be treated to live classical and holiday music performed by members of the Madison East High School Strings Ensemble between 10 and 11:30 a.m. on Sat., Dec. 13. It’s a celebration […]

    Free
  • Santa Cycle Rampage

    Breese Stevens Field 917 Mifflin St., Madison, United States

    Get ready to roll into holiday magic! Join hundreds of Santas, Mrs. Claus, elves, reindeer, snowmen, the Grinch, dreidels, and more for a slow-rolling holiday parade on wheels. It’s part bike ride, part costume party, and all-out seasonal joy! 10:00 AM – Arrival at Breese Stevens Field • Bike Jousting • Slow Races • Refreshments […]

    $18
  • 2025 Winterfest

    Winterfest is a day of food, fun, kids activities, shopping … and a pinch of wonder! Buy local and get your holiday shopping done while the kids brave the exciting […]

  • Cozy Prose and Hot Cocoas at The Caramel Crisp Bookstore

    Caramel Crisp Corner 200 City Center, Oshkosh, United States

    At Caramel Crisp Bookstore, we’re all about the Cozy this Christmas! Picture this – a beautifully decorated bookstore, festively wrapped Blind Date Books and Christmas-y Mystery Boxes. Cozy Christmas Eve Kits with a book and all the goodies to make your holiday magical! And Local Authors with their Christmas themed books to warm your heart […]

    free
  • A Wade House Christmas

    Wade House Historic Site W7965 State Highway 23, Greenbush

    The sights, sounds, and smells of the historic Wade House Stagecoach Hotel will transport you back to the holidays of yesteryear, when the season held a stronger focus on family gatherings and time together. The halls of the picturesque inn will be decorated in the spirit of the holidays, showcasing how the Wade family and […]

    $5 – $65
  • Madison Flute Club Holiday Concert

    Wisconsin State Capitol Rotunda 2 E. Main St, Madison

    The Madison Flute Club choir will be performing a variety of holiday favorites and even a few new pieces to get you into the holiday spirit

    Free
  • Holiday Movie Fest @ Manitowoc Public Library

    Manitowoc Public Library 707 Quay Street, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States

    Get cozy at Manitowoc Public Library during the Holidays! Join us for our Holiday Movie Fest, featuring family favorites and festive classics on the Balkansky Community Room’s big screen. Schedule: • December 4, 6-8 PM: “Babes in Toyland (1960s Version), Rated G • December 13, 11 AM-1 PM: “Scrooge,” Rated G • December 14, 1-3 […]

    Admission is Free!