Washington County Festivals and Attractions
A rich blend of culture and recreation, big city comforts and small-town charm, award winning museums, two ski hills, numerous historical attractions, a national shrine and acres upon acres of parkland! Washington County is full of interesting attractions, luscious nature trails, family-oriented activities, unique cultural events, world class golf courses, great places to eat & shop. See details at visitwashingtoncounty.com
Events
GERMANTOWN
Nov. 15 Christmas Festival Parade & Christmas in the Park Get in the holiday spirit at the parade then join the fun at the park with costume characters, pictures with Santa and more. See details at germantownchamber.org Village of Germantown & Firemen’s Park
Nov. 28-Jan. 1 Tannenbaum Trail Stroll the paths through Firemen’s Park lined with lit Christmas trees decorated by community businesses, individuals and organizations. Free admission. germantownchamber.org
HARTFORD
Nov. 8, 3-5pm 39th Annual Hartford Christmas Parade Enjoy the lights and sounds of Christmas. Join in the fun at this annual family-friendly event. hartfordchamber.org Highland & Main to Main & Monroe Ave.
Nov. 9-Jan. 2, dusk ‘til dawn Holiday RiverWalk Hartford A free festive family walking trail featuring holiday lights. Rubicon River, Downtown Hartford
Nov. 7 & Dec. 5 The Comedy Zone A four-show series offers audiences a chance to experience top-tier comedy in a close-up, cabaret-style setting. schauercenter.org. Schauer Arts Center
Nov. 19, 6:30pm Dual Emergence: The Birth of Automobiles and Advertising (speaker series) Explore how the invention of the automobile and modern marketing is inherently linked as 1900s advertising agencies figure out how to sell cars in style. wisconsinautomuseum.com Wisconsin Automobile Museum
Dec. 13, 7pm Who Brought the Humbug? The show takes place at an ugly sweater party with joyful singers, incredible tap dancers, and high-energy musicians. The interactive fun takes off on a jolly sleigh ride of swingin’ holiday mashups. schauercenter.org. Schauer Arts Center
JACKSON
Nov 6-8, 10am-5pm Vintage Christmas Open House Kick off the holiday season with all sights and smells of Christmas. Find vintage ornaments, antiques, unique gifts and more. birchhillfarmfloralandantiques.com
Dec. 5, 5-7pm Village of Jackson Christmas Tree Lighting See Santa, custom ornaments, caroling and more. Jacksonparkrec.recdesk.com
KEWASKUM
Dec. 7 Cookie Hunt and Christmas Parade Pick up a cookie collection box at the Kewaskum Municipal Building for homemade cookies at local business. Christmas Parade at 5pm and the appearance of Santa Claus. Details at Kewaskum.org
RICHFIELD
Nov 1, 5-8pm Fall Luminary Walk Choose a long or short loop for an enchanting stroll through the nature Park. Warm drinks and snacks available. Free admission. richfieldhistoricalsociety.org
Nov. 14 St. Gabriel Holiday Boutique Over 75 curated crafters and vendors. St. Gabriel Artisan food table, famous angel food, gourmet cafe and more. Free parking stgabrielhubertus.org St. Gabriel Catholic School and Parish
WEST BEND
Present-Jan. 5 Frank Lloyd Wright: Modern Chair Design A pioneering exhibition that reveals the designer’s innovative and groundbreaking approach to furniture design through more than forty of Wright’s most significant domestic furniture pieces. wisconsinart.org Museum of Wisconsin Art
Nov 4-5 Wine & Wander Specialty Tours Experience the historic Jailhouse and Courthouse during the holiday season. Sip a glass of wine and tour the buildings in candlelight. Reserve tickets at thetowerheritagecenter.org
Nov 6-9, Opens at 10am Holiday Open House Join in the fun of the Savoring Thyme winter wonderland all decked out for the holidays located in downtown West Bend. New décor, clothing and more. savoringthyme.com
Nov 7-9, 9:30am-4pm Bloom 2025 An annual floral showcase that pairs the beauty of florals with the enduring artworks in the galleries. wisconsinart.org/bloom Museum of Wisconsin Art.
Nov. 22, 4-8pm Autumn Wine Walk Grab your friends and your flannel. Tickets include a souvenir wine glass and wines at 20 local businesses in downtown West Bend. Limited tickets available. downtownwestbend.com
Nov. 22 Holiday Craft Fair Crafters and vendors from all over Wisconsin share their amazing skillsets and holiday cheers. wcfairpark.com Washington county Fair Park & Conference Center
Dec. 13 Christmas Fair to Remember Art and craft show with more than 200 exhibitors and free parking. Wheelchair accessible. afairtoremember.com Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center