Holiday lights · WI

Christmas lights & holiday events in Wisconsin

Wisconsin brings snowy nights and strong German heritage to the season, with Christmas markets and gardens glowing through long winter evenings.

Holiday Light Show at Rotary Botanical Gardens

Botanical garden lights Janesville, WI

More than two million lights fill about 20 acres of themed gardens, with carolers and hot cocoa along the way. It is one of the largest holiday light walks in Wisconsin.

Visiting: Runs on select nights from late November into early January; buying tickets online is usually cheaper than at the gate.Official site →

Christkindlmarket Milwaukee

Christmas market Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee's German-style Christmas market debuted in 2024 on the plaza outside Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks. Wooden huts sell ornaments, German food and mulled wine in a collectible mug.

Visiting: Open daily from mid-November through Christmas Eve; admission is free.

Seasons, hours, tickets and prices change every year — always check the official site before you go.

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