Oak Creek Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Oak Creek and surrounding areas
Oak Creek welcomes the festive season with Holiday lights and seasonal entertainment centered near the historic downtown and the Oak Creek Riverwalk, offering Santa experiences and community parades. Holiday activities and winter festivals bring families to local parks and event venues for cheerful gatherings. From neighborhood light displays to craft markets and family-friendly performances, there are plenty of things to do that celebrate the season with neighbors and visitors.
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Christmas Markets
25 eventsOver 100 artisan vendors offering handmade holiday goods.
Christmas Lights
19 eventsWorld's largest Christmas light maze
Christmas Shows
12 eventsReimagined Nutcracker production with new sets and costumes
Christmas Parties
11 eventsSold-out wine walk with 20+ tasting locations and holiday lights.
Christmas Activities
31 eventsCity-wide holiday celebrations with diverse events and light displays.
Editor's Picks (6)
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The Nutcracker
(Milwaukee)
Reimagined Nutcracker production with new sets and costumes
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Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
(Milwaukee)
Over half a million brilliant bulbs illuminate downtown.
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Enchant Christmas - Milwaukee
(Franklin)
World's largest Christmas light maze
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Milwaukee Holiday Happenings
(Milwaukee)
City-wide holiday celebrations with diverse events and light displays.
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East Troy Railroad Museum Christmas Trains
(East Troy)
Historic electric train rides through Wisconsin countryside.
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Village Tree Lighting & Downtown Holiday Walk
(Libertyville)
Santa's grand entrance to light the Village Holiday Tree
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Christmas Giving Opportunities Near Oak Creek
Give back this holiday season with volunteering and charitable opportunities in Oak Creek.
Salvation Army Waukegan Holiday Giving
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Oak Creek Christmas FAQ
The Oak Creek Christmas Market and the Merry & Bright Holiday Light Showdown are two of the largest annual events, drawing crowds for shopping, lights, and community fun.
Oak Creek is known for its friendly neighborhood light competitions and the festive Christmas Market at Drexel Town Square, both of which bring the community together each year.
Many neighborhoods participate in the Merry & Bright Holiday Light Showdown, with especially popular displays in areas around Drexel Town Square and nearby residential streets.
The main Christmas market is held at Drexel Town Square, and local craft fairs and vendor events pop up at community centers and venues throughout the city.
Viewing neighborhood Christmas lights, visiting the Oak Creek Christmas Market, and attending free community events like tree lightings are great budget-friendly options.
Families enjoy the Oak Creek Christmas Market, holiday light tours, and seasonal events at Drexel Town Square, all of which offer activities and treats for children.