Old World Wisconsin: Home for the Holidays
Visitors stroll through a charming 1800s village decorated with crackling bonfires and seasonal greenery. Guests can take horse-drawn wagon rides, craft take-home ornaments, and visit Victorian Santa in his workshop. Along the way, guests may also encounter traditional folklore figures like Jultomte and Krampus.
What to Expect
Stroll an 1800s village with horse-drawn wagons and Victorian Santa.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Wisconsin Historical Society
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and historic
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adult (18–64): $26; Teen (13–17): $26; Senior (65+): $22; Child (5–12): $18; Child under 5: Free. Optional Time Travel Tokens are $6 each. – Get tickets
- Hours: 10 AM–3 PM on both weekends.
- Parking: Onsite vehicle parking is free at Old World Wisconsin. The lot can accommodate large vehicles, RVs, and buses.
- Accessibility: Due to the historic nature of the buildings, not all areas are ADA accessible.
- Pets: No pets are allowed.
Tips & Advice
- Register before you go, because advance registration is required and your admission only covers the single date you choose.
- Dress in layers and wear sturdy shoes, because the village has gravel roads and rough, hilly ground in the Kettle Moraine State Forest.
- Think about adding Time Travel Tokens for extras like a forged blacksmith gift or a leather ornament, and choose which experience to use them on once you're there.
- You can head out to the car and come back in during the day, since admission lets you exit and re-enter on your visit date.
- Keep your tokens for the village experiences, because they can't be used at the Creamery, the Clausing Barn Café or the Museum Store.
Special Events & Promotions
- Time Travel Tokens are sold separately and only during Home for the Holidays. Each one covers one extra experience in the General Store, Blacksmith Shop, Shoe Shop or Worthy's Tea Room.
- Wisconsin Historical Society members get a discount when they verify their membership at checkout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do at Home for the Holidays?
You walk through an 1800s village with bonfires and holiday greenery. You can ride a horse-drawn wagon, make an ornament to take home and visit Victorian Santa in his toy workshop. Jultomte and his giant goat are around, and so is Krampus.
Do I need to book ahead?
Yes, advance registration is required. Your admission is good for one date.
What are Time Travel Tokens?
Tokens are optional extras sold only during Home for the Holidays. Each one gets you a single experience, such as holiday shopping in the General Store, a hand-forged gift from the Blacksmith Shop, a leather ornament in the Shoe Shop or tea accessories at Worthy's Tea Room. You don't have to pick your experience when you buy. They can't be used at the Creamery, the Clausing Barn Café or the Museum Store.
What should I wear?
Dress in layers and wear sturdy shoes. The site is in the Kettle Moraine State Forest, with gravel roads and rough, hilly ground.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The grounds stay open rain or shine. Programs can change depending on availability and weather.
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