December 2017 Activities & Events

Multi-Day Events

Remembering Christmas Past (December 15-17):

  • The Timm House (New Holstein) | 5:00 - 8:00 pm (Friday), 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (Saturday)
  • "Remembering Christmas Past" is the 2017 theme for Christmas at the Timm House. 
  • $5.00 admission for ages 13 and older, $2.50 for ages 6 to 12, free for children 5 and under.

Luminaries & Carriage Rides (December 15 & 22):

  • North of Washington Ave./Columbia Ave. intersection, near From the Heart | 5:00 - 8:00 pm
  • Rides are given at the discretion of the carriage handler. If any weather or safety issues arise, rides may be suspended or cancelled at any time.

Santa's Workshop (December 15, 16, 17, 22 & 23): 

  • Cedar Creek Settlement (Cedarburg) | 5:00 - 9:00 pm
  • "A visit with Santa Claus in his winter wonderland. Enjoy free live music, children's activities, wine tasting, and other refreshments."

Hartford Holiday River Walk (through December 31): 

  • Rubicon River Trail (Main St.) to Grand Ave.
  • "A light display designed to begin on Main St. and eventually go around the Mill Pond and up the river, through Willowbrook Park. One-time and annual sponsorship options are available."

Friday, December 15

A Taste of Christmas:

  • Cedar Creek Settlement (Cedarburg) | 5:00 - 9:00 pm
  • "A night out for grown-ups to leisurely shop in a festive atmosphere."

Ryan Meisel Quartet - Soulful Holiday Jazz: 

  • Schauer Arts Center (Hartford) | 8:00 - 10:00 pm
  • "Ryan captures the spirit of the season and transforms it into a sonic display of celebration that is thought-provoking, soulful and fun!"

Midnight Madness: 

  • Downtown Hartford | 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
  • "Shop Hartford at this annual event from 6 pm - Midnight!  Stroll down Main Street and check out deals on those last-minute gifts on your shopping list!"

Saturday, December 16

Santa's Dash Away 5K: 

  • Cedarburg Community Center (for registration) | 8:30 am - 10:00 am
  • "All proceeds go directly toward A Cedarburg Christmas, which coordinates the Santa's Workshop each holiday season." 
  • $30 per runner/walker

The Lettermen - A Christmas Special: 

  • Schauer Arts Center (Hartford) | 3:00 - 7:30 pm
  • "This special holiday show will warm your heart, combining holiday classics with Lettermen favorites like 'Put Your Head on My Shoulder,' 'Hurts So Bad,' and more!"

Sunday, December 17

Paddy Homan & The Noble Call - Christmas in Killarney: 

  • Schauer Arts Center (Hartford) | 3:00 pm
  • "A born entertainer, Paddy adds a layer of warmth and familiarity to his performances, bringing the audience not just closer to the music, but welcomes them into a unique Irish experience."

Tuesday, December 19

Holiday Themed Mini Masters: 

  • Museum of Wisconsin Art (West Bend) | 10:00 - 11:45 am
  • "Children and their caregivers make art together, explore a work of art, and enjoy story time."
  • $12 per person, $50 per family (includes a year-long membership)

Thursday, December 21

Winter Solstice - Ringing in the Season: 

  • Partnership Bank (Cedarburg) | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
  • "An event sponsored by Art on the Move, a program of the Cedarburg Artists Guild. A night of art, caroling, Santa, and treats!"

Friday, December 22

Countdown to Christmas: 

  • Cedar Creek Settlement (Cedarburg) | 5:00 - 9:00 pm
  • "Free music, wine sampling, Olive Oil & Balsamic tasting and much more!"

Saturday, December 30

New Year Countdown: 

  • Museum of Wisconsin Art (West Bend) | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • "The atrium will transform into a New Year’s extravaganza with party poppers, hats, kiddie cocktail bar, and music."
  • $12 per person, $50 per family (includes a year-long membership)

 

18 South, State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882, Madison, WI 53707-7882  

  Sen.Stroebel@legis.wisconsin.gov  (608) 266-7513, (800) 662-1227