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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Experience the joy of the festive season in Brookfield! Discover all the special holiday events with our guide. From Brookfield enthusiasts to casual tourists, our guide reveals the magic of the city's festive season.

One highlight this holiday season is the enchanting "Nutcracker," performed by the Milwaukee Ballet, showcasing stunning choreography and beautiful music. You can also enjoy the vibrant displays and lights at the Milwaukee Light Festival, creating a captivating atmosphere throughout the area. And the Trans-Siberian Orchestra at the Fiserv Forum promises a powerful musical experience that blends rock with classical themes. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Brookfield Holiday Light Displays

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Spectacular, life-size nativity display and working model train.

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Country Christmas features over a million holiday lights festively displayed along a mile-long trail that winds through the woods. After the drive-through experience, visit Christmas Village for a working model train display and concession area, and stroll through the Streets of Bethlehem to see a near life-size Fontanini nativity display.

Where: Pewaukee | More Info: Country Christmas Light Display

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Holiday light display benefiting local charity.

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Stroll through a .75-mile festive light display at The Ingleside Hotel, featuring over a million holiday lights. The event benefits the Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County and is stroller-friendly. Dogs are allowed on the walking trail, but not in Christmas Village or Streets of Bethlehem. Please dress for the weather.

Where: Pewaukee | More Info: Illuminated Walk through Country Christmas

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Spectacular drive-through holiday lights display with themed exhibits.

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Country Christmas at Ingleside Hotel features a spectacular drive-through holiday lights display with over a million lights, including the 200-foot Bearville Tunnel and themed displays. The event includes walking nights, drive-through nights, and wagon rides through Christmas Village and The Streets of Bethlehem.

Where: Pewaukee | More Info: Christmas Village and The Streets of Bethlehem

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Dazzling light displays and interactive holiday scenes.

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The Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival transforms Downtown Milwaukee into a vibrant winter scene with over 500,000 lights, animated displays, and festive decorations in four parks and along Wisconsin Avenue. The event features the Ornament Trail, Jingle Bus rides, and Santa's Mailbox.

Where: Milwaukee | More Info: Milwaukee Light Festival

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Brookfield Holiday Markets and Shopping

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Heated tents with live polka bands and authentic German cuisine.

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The German Christmas Market in Oconomowoc offers authentic European food, unique shopping opportunities, and live polka music. Enjoy warm roasted nuts, authentic German beer, and incredible handmade gifts in a festive atmosphere.

Where: Milwaukee | More Info: German Christmas Market

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Holiday celebration with a variety of festive activities and shopping.

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Join us in Mukwonago for a village-wide Christmas celebration featuring an indoor crafter marketplace, holiday entertainment, and festive activities like pictures with Santa and holiday hay wagon rides.

Where: Mukwonago | More Info: Midnight Magic in Mukwonago

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Unique, handcrafted items from local artisans.

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The Brookfield Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair features over 170 booths showcasing unique, handcrafted items from Midwest artisans, including pottery, jewelry, seasonal decor, textiles, woodworking, and candles. Enjoy live music by the Brookfield East choir and band, and savor food and drink options. All proceeds support Brookfield East High School's Fine Arts Programs.

Where: Brookfield | More Info: Brookfield Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair

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Traditional European food and live polka music.

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The Wauwatosa Holiday Market offers authentic European food, unique shopping, and live entertainment in a festive setting. Enjoy hot pretzels, grilled sausages, and holiday music while exploring the village.

Where: Wauwatosa | More Info: Wauwatosa Christmas Market

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Unique holiday shopping experience with free transportation.

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The Kohler Holiday Market at The American Club features festive decorations, stylish apparel, handcrafted toys, and gourmet treats. Shop unique gifts and holiday decor, then enjoy dining at a Kohler restaurant or unwinding at the Kohler Waters Spa.

Where: Kohler | More Info: Kohler Holiday Market

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Fundraiser for local choir program with handmade crafts.

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The Jingle Bell Craft Fair is a community event featuring handmade arts and crafts, with proceeds supporting the Menomonee Falls Choir program. Local vendors showcase their unique creations, and attendees can enjoy a variety of festive activities.

Where: Menomonee Falls | More Info: Jingle Bell Craft Fair

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Brookfield Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.

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The Nutcracker by Milwaukee Ballet is a grand holiday tradition featuring Tchaikovsky's beloved score performed live by the Milwaukee Ballet Orchestra, with elaborate sets and costumes, and a cast of over 200 dancers and students.

Where: Milwaukee | More Info: The Nutcracker by Milwaukee Ballet

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Rock opera with a runaway's journey in an abandoned vaudeville theater.

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Trans-Siberian Orchestra brings its highly anticipated 2023 Winter Tour to Fiserv Forum with a new and larger presentation of "The Ghosts of Christmas Eve." This beloved holiday tradition follows the journey of a runaway who breaks into an abandoned vaudeville theater on Christmas Eve, featuring a rocking, blazing, and laser-lit second set with TSO's greatest hits and fan-favorites.

Where: Milwaukee | More Info: Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Fiserv Forum

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Brookfield Other Holiday Activities

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Immersive outdoor hike with live nativity and festive marketplace.

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Embark on a 1-mile nature hike through 36 acres of wooded and farmland property at DaySpring Church, illuminated by 2500 luminaries. Interact with real-life townspeople, shepherds, angels, wise men, Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus as you hear the story of Christmas.

Where: Waukesha | More Info: Dayspring’s Luminary Nativity Walk

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Immersive holiday experience in historic settings.

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Stroll through the decorated Streets of Old Milwaukee and European Village exhibits, where turn-of-the-century streetscapes have been transformed into a winter wonderland. Learn about European traditions and see holiday artifacts not usually on display.

Where: Milwaukee | More Info: Deck the Streets and Village at Milwaukee Public Museum

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