Port Washington Festivals and Attractions
Happy Holidays in the Harbor is a festive event that brings the magic of Christmas to Port Washington. From November 18th to December 22nd, enjoy a variety of holiday activities. Stroll through the beautifully decorated streets, sip on warm cocoa, and shop for unique gifts at local vendors. Don’t miss the enchanting Christmas tree lighting ceremony or the exciting holiday parade.
Come visit murals installed through the Paint on Port murals program, from the Mural Mosaic Midwest Mural to the community mural created by school-age children across the City.
Located on top of the North bluff 1860 Lighthouse and Light Station Museum offers a spectacular view of Lake Michigan shore and marina. Visitors can tour the restored lighthouse and museum depicting the life of a lightkeeper’s family in the 19th century.
Port Washington Marina, the Art Deco lighthouse at the end of the pier was built in 1935 and is one of only two of this design. Just south of the marina enjoy Coal Dock Park with its 2000 ft. lakeside promenade
Get the best ingredients for your culinary creations with a Foodie Shop Hop by visiting Bernie’s Fine Meats vintage meat shop, The Spice & Tea Exchange with its specialty spices and oils and Dream Harvest Market for farm products from local, sustainable farms.
Fridays Jingle & Mingle: Fridays in the Harbor Stroll, shop, sip and sing your way through Downtown Port with carolers, Santa, later store hours, the Cocktail Express and more.
Nov. 1, 15, Dec. 6, 20; 9am-12pm Port Washington Winter Market Local vendors sell fresh produce, meats, eggs, honey and more. On Nov. 16 they host a Youth Makers Market. Inventors Brewpub
Nov. 29 Small Business Saturday Shop Hop Shop the incredible small businesses of downtown Port Washington and enjoy special treats and deals at each participating location. Plus, get in on your coveted swag bag giveaway for the early birds. Downtown Port Washington
Dec. 6, 2-6 pm Christmas on the Corner Enjoy the annual Christmas event, celebrating the holidays in true Hallmark fashion, from cookie decorating to horse-drawn carriage rides, Christmas crafts and visits with Santa to a Gingerbread Man hunt and live reindeer. Then, delight in the community tree lighting, magical night-time Christmas Parade and a fireworks finale – the only fireworks in Ozaukee County in December! Downtown Port Washington
Saturdays, Nov. 29-Dec. 20 Santa at the Pebble House Kids of all ages are invited to visit with Santa and enjoy cookies and treats and mail their letters in Santa’s mailbox. Port Washington Visitors Center