All Ages

Location:

The Riverside Theater, 116 W Wisconsin Ave , Milwaukee, WI 53203

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Champions of Magic: Holiday Spectacular

Celebrate the season with the Champions Of Magic: Holiday Spectacular featuring dazzling illusions, breathtaking, grand-scale magic, and festive surprises for the whole family. This high-energy, interactive show blends their signature humor, jaw-dropping magic, and holiday cheer, creating a one-of-a-kind experience perfect for the season. Don’t miss this enchanting celebration filled with wonder, spectacle, and joy!

Dates:

12/20/2025

Time:

7:30 PM

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Location:

Turner Hall Ballroom, 1040 Vel R. Phillips Avenue , Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53203

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Darci Lynne & Friends: Up Close & Personal

Actor, singer, and ventriloquist Darci Lynne was 12 years old when she paired her love of music and captivated audiences across the country on NBC’s America’s Got Talent. She became one of the youngest winners in the show’s history—and the youngest ventriloquist ever to win a televised talent competition—garnering over 90 million views on AGT’s YouTube channel and earning a finalist performance that remains one of the most-watched in franchise history.

Dates:

01/29/2026

Time:

7:30 PM

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Location:

10001 West Bluemound Road, Zoo, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, WI 53226, United States

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Frosty Free Week at Milwaukee County Zoo

It’s the season of giving, and the Zoo offers a week of free daytime admission to thank guests for their support. Visit the Zoo during “Frosty Free Week” to enjoy animals and nature. All guests receive free daytime admission December 26-30, 2025. (Regular parking and attraction rates apply. Regular admission rates apply to the Zoo’s Wild Lights night event.)

Dates:

12/26/2025

12/27/2025

12/28/2025

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Location:

Old World Wisconsin, W372 S9727 Wisconsin 67, Eagle, WI 53119, United States

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Home for the Holidays at Old World Wisconsin

Ready for a picturesque Victorian winter full of bustling shops, scenic stops and endless good cheer? Experience it all at Home for the Holidays, where you’ll stroll through a charming 1800s village filled with crackling bonfires, festive greenery and fun-filled craft making. Create your very own take-home ornament and dash through the snow on a horse-drawn wagon complete with jingling bells. Visit Victorian Santa in his magical toy workshop, greet Jultomten and his giant goat companion, and—for those of you on the naughty list—watch out for an appearance from the winter trickster, Krampus! Before you go, don’t forget to pick up a present for loved ones: exclusive merchandise and custom souvenirs are available each day during Home for the Holidays.

Dates:

12/07/2025

12/13/2025

12/14/2025

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Location:

Bradley Symphony Center, 212 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI

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Hometown Holiday Pops - Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

Milwaukee’s favorite hometown holiday tradition returns! Join your Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra as we deck Allen-Bradley Hall with holiday cheer. Ring in the holidays with Milwaukee Handbell Ensemble, keep your eye out for the Jolly Old Elf himself, and raise your voice during the audience sing-along backed by the full power of the orchestra and Milwaukee Symphony Chorus. Sheer musical magic and cozy holiday memories with family and friends await as we usher in a joyful season of celebration.

Dates:

12/13/2025

12/14/2025

12/19/2025

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Location:

Vivarium, 1818 North Farwell Avenue , Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202

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Jingle Pop: Holiday K-Pop Night

DJ Dorian Westwood will keep the energy high with non-stop K-pop hits from every era. Along with the music, the night will feature a special performance by a local K-pop dance crew, interactive crowd games, and festive goodie bags to spread holiday cheer. The first 50 guests through the door will also receive an exclusive T-shirt designed by kylasroom. This all-ages event is the perfect way to kick off the holidays with friends, fan chants, and plenty of hype. All ages are welcome, 21+ to drink, and attendees under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Dates:

12/20/2025

Time:

8:00 PM

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Location:

The Riverside Theater, 116 W Wisconsin Ave , Milwaukee, WI 53203

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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis

MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for more than 35 years! Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas classics in the distinctive Mannheim sound. The program includes 15 musicians playing more than 20 instruments against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects – capturing the spirit of the season in an immersive yet intimate setting.

Dates:

12/21/2025

Time:

3:00 PM

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Location:

Turner Hall Ballroom, 1040 Vel R. Phillips Avenue , Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53203

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Sixpence None The Richer presents “O’Night Divine: A Sixpence Christmas”

Sixpence None The Richer presents “O’Night Divine: A Sixpence Christmas” - a 2-set family-friendly evening of Christmas classics delivered in the band’s distinctive blend of indie-rock guitars and dynamic vocals. Audiences will be treated to music from their expansive catalogue of Christmas recordings, and a few surprises along the way. Make this your new family tradition!

Dates:

12/15/2025

Time:

8:00 PM

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Location:

10001 West Bluemound Road, Zoo, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, WI 53226, United States

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Wild Lights at the Milwaukee County Zoo

Wild Lights and frosty nights! Experience the magic of the Zoo after dark, walking through hundreds of thousands of sparkling lights throughout the forest and pathways. Enjoy an enchanted evening under the stars in an illuminated destination glowing with a variety of animal-themed light displays.

Dates:

12/07/2025

12/10/2025

12/11/2025

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5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (admission gates close at 8:15 p.m.)

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Location:

10001 West Bluemound Road, Zoo, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, WI 53226, United States

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Wild Lights Zoo Year’s Eve at Milwaukee County Zoo

Start a NEW tradition for New Year’s Eve with the Zoo’s Wild Lights special event! Whether it’s date night with your special someone or a group outing with the family, Wild Lights offers a unique and glittery experience for all! It’s the most wonderful time of the year to stroll along a 1-mile path glowing with animal-themed light displays and hundreds of thousands of shimmering lights. Wild Lights Zoo Year’s Eve is sure to become part of your festivities to ring in the New Year for years to come!

Dates:

12/31/2025

Time:

5:30 pm - 9 pm

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Old World Wisconsin

Time travelers wanted! Go on a time travel adventure with the whole family. Gather chicken eggs, attend a one-room school, visit with the village blacksmith and walk our wooded trails. Take a refreshing step outside the 21st century and into the world of Wisconsin's early immigrants.

W372 S9727 Hwy 67

Eagle , WI , 53119

Phone: 262-594-6301

42° 52' 21.0252" N, 88° 29' 26.9592" W

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Milwaukee County Zoo

The Zoo is a place where everyone can laugh and learn — it’s a place to be amazed and inspired — a place where nature and wonder meet!

10001 West Blue Mound Road

Milwaukee , WI , 53226

Phone: (414) 771-3040

43° 1' 57.7236" N, 88° 2' 15.7236" W

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The Pabst Theater Group

Historic venues, legendary performances.

Multiple Venues

Milwaukee , WI , .

Phone: (414) 286-3663

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Shoott- National

Shoott is a small female-run startup that provides fun and convenient 30 min photo sessions with photographers whose work has been featured in Elle, GQ, Vanity Fair, and the like. Our mission is to provide great photography to everybody – so our sessions are complimentary and our photos are priced at just $15 each or less, with no obligation to buy.

(Corporate offices)

New York , NY , 10013 40° 43' 14.3976" N, 74° 0' 18.936" W

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Milwaukee Public Museum

The Milwaukee Public Museum, the largest natural history museum in Wisconsin and one of the largest in the region, provides a dynamic and stimulating environment for learning, with something to excite and challenge visitors with a diversity of interests.

800 W. Wells St

Milwaukee , WI , 53233

Phone: (414) 278-2728

43° 2' 26.8224" N, 87° 55' 18.3036" W

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Urban Ecology Center

Our mission is to connect people in cities to nature and each other. Our vision is to inspire generations to build environmental curiosity, understanding, and respect. We restore hope and heal our urban natural world, neighborhood by neighborhood.

Multiple Locations

Milwaukee , WI , 53215

Phone: (414) 964-8505

43° 2' 20.0508" N, 87° 54' 23.3064" W

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Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra engages and captivates diverse audiences through acclaimed musical performances and inclusive education and community experiences of exceptional quality.

212 West Wisconsin Ave

Milwaukee , WI , 53203

Phone: (414) 291-7605

43° 2' 20.5692" N, 87° 54' 49.23" W

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Winged Canvas

Winged Canvas is a visual arts school specializing in virtual art programs and art mentorship. Our instructors are professional illustrators, designers, and animators with a passion for teaching. We host virtual art parties, corporate events and custom workshops for schools. We also design art resources for classrooms, and provide free art tutorials on our YouTube channel, helping teachers and homeschoolers access quality visual arts education from home. *** Winged Canvas was Voted Top Arts Educator in Toronto 3 years in a row! *** We ❤ Art Nerds! Winged Canvas is an online community for art nerds around the world ☻ We are dedicated to nurturing creativity and artistic skills because we believe art is essential to humanity. ☞ Wingedcanvas.com | ✉ hello@wingedcanvas.com

Winged Canvas

Markham , ON , L3P 0B7

Phone: (905) 205-1231

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