Holiday Magic in Milwaukee: Celebrate the Season in Style at The Pfister Hotel, Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel, and Hilton Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE, November 7, 2025—The holidays come alive with cherished traditions and festive experiences in Downtown Milwaukee at three of the city’s most celebrated hotels, The Pfister Hotel , Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel, and Hilton Milwaukee. All three properties, operated by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, invite guests and locals to experience the joy, artistry, and timeless traditions that defines the season in Milwaukee.

A Storybook Season at The Pfister Hotel
For more than a century, The Pfister Hotel, a historic AAA Four Diamond hotel, has stood as a symbol of grace, hospitality, and tradition. For the season, the property transforms into a winter wonderland, sharing the magic and warmth of the holidays with its guests.

Highlights include:

• Thanksgiving Bountiful Brunch – Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A festive culinary celebration in the newly renovated Grand Ballroom.

• Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony – Friday, November 28, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The hotel will host its annual “All Is Bright” tree-lighting in the lobby. Guests can enjoy warm drinks, sweet treats, and the arrival of Santa.

• Breakfast with Santa – Saturdays and Sundays starting November 29 through December 21, 2025. A family-friendly morning featuring festive fare, and a visit from Santa.

• Sugar & Spice Gingerbread Workshop –Tuesday through Thursday evenings, December 9-11 and 16-18, 2025. A hands-on experience for creating holiday gingerbread houses.

These events combine elegance with nostalgia, creating a setting where generations gather to celebrate the season. For a full lineup of The Pfister’s seasonal experiences, visit thepfisterhotel.com/holidays.

Celebrate the Holidays Through Art and Community at Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel
Just steps away is The Pfister’s award-winning sister property, Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel, where the holiday season unites creativity with community. Known for its fusion of hospitality and the arts, Saint Kate offers an inspired setting where every detail celebrates the imagination of the season.

Highlights include:

• Thanksgiving Harvest Dinner – Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Studio Kitchen & Cocktails restaurant is offering a set menu featuring traditional Thanksgiving dishes.

• Holiday Marketplace – Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. More than 60 local artists and vendors offering unique gifts in the ARC Theatre and Simone Ballroom.

• Brunch with Santa – Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Festive brunch with Santa, crafts, and gifts for the children.

• Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinner at The Studio Kitchen & Cocktails – Wednesday, December 24, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Thursday, December 25, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Celebrate the season with a prix fixe menu offering all the festive favorites.

• New Year’s Eve at the Bar – Wednesday, December 31, 2025, scheduled from 3:00 p.m. with live music, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight.

• New Year’s Day Bubbles & Brunch – Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 6:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Festive brunch with mimosa flights and curated entrées at The Studio Kitchen & Cocktails.

For a full lineup of Saint Kate’s seasonal events, visit saintkatearts.com/holidays.

Fine Dining and Festive Fun for the Holidays at Hilton Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s largest hotel – a striking Art Deco landmark built in 1928 – is entering the final stages of a sweeping renovation, set to be complete by the holiday season. With festive décor and a variety of holiday dining experiences, Hilton Milwaukee will be full of cheer for the holiday season.

Highlights Include:

• Thanksgiving Day at Milwaukee Chophouse – Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. A refined holiday dining experience with a special prix fixe Thanksgiving menu.

• Ugly Christmas Sweater Party at Miller Time Pub & Grill – Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 6 p.m. $5 draft beers for guests rocking their most hideous holiday sweater. Raffle tickets will be awarded to those in the tackiest threads for the chance to win fun prizes.

• Christmas Eve at Milwaukee Chophouse – Wednesday, December 24, 2025, from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. A sparkling holiday atmosphere paired with a thoughtfully crafted prix fixe menu for an unforgettable evening.

For more information on Hilton Milwaukee’s seasonal offerings, visit milwaukeechophouse.com/specials-events and milwaukee.millertimepubandgrill.com/specials-events.

About The Pfister Hotel

Celebrating over 130 years, The Pfister Hotel is one of the oldest and most prestigious hotels in the Midwest and downtown Milwaukee. Originally opened in 1893 by businessman Guido Pfister, it was the most lavish hotel of its time. Today, The Pfister Hotel continues its tradition of gracious service and impeccable style and has been recognized by AAA as a Four Diamond property for over 45 consecutive years. The hotel is also consistently recognized by top national industry and travel publications and associations, such as Condé Nast Traveler’s annual Reader’s Choice Awards as a Top Hotel in the Midwest. This exceptional property is a member of two distinguished hotel organizations, Historic Hotels of America, and Preferred Hotels & Resorts. For more information, please visit thepfisterhotel.com and follow the hotel on Facebook and Instagram (@thepfisterhotel).

About Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel

Recognized as one of Milwaukee’s most esteemed hotels with an elite award repertoire, Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel is among the first hotels in the nation to broadly celebrate the arts in its many forms – from painting and sculpture to music, poetry and performing arts. With a prime location in The Milwaukee Theater District and within walking distance of notable arts and entertainment attractions, the Third Ward and Fiserv Forum, Saint Kate serves as a creative hub for the city offering intimate and immersive arts experiences. Its blend of exceptional hospitality and unmatched dedication to the arts serves as a platform for exploration, connection and expression. For more information or to book reservations, please visit: https://www.saintkatearts.com and follow the property on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

About Hilton Milwaukee

Originally built in 1928, the Hilton Milwaukee is an Art Deco masterpiece and one of the city’s finest hotels. In 2011, it became a member of Historic Hotels of America. Directly connected to the Baird Center, the hotel is Milwaukee’s convention headquarters hotel of choice welcoming thousands of visitors from across the globe. Hilton Milwaukee offers the most meeting and event space of any hotel in the city—more than 34,000 square feet, including three ballrooms and 18 well-appointed meeting rooms of various sizes. With 554 renovated guest rooms, Hilton Milwaukee can accommodate nearly any group. Its central location means guests are just moments away from the city’s Theater District, the lakefront and Summerfest grounds, Fiserv Forum, and the Historic Third Ward. The hotel also includes two on-site restaurants, Milwaukee ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill. For more information on the hotel, visit HiltonMilwaukee.com, find the hotel on Facebook or Instagram (@HiltonMilwaukee).

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 17 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning. This includes unique food and beverage concepts, developed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, such as Mason Street Grill, Milwaukee ChopHouse, Miller Time® Pub & Grill, The Studio Kitchen & Cocktails, and SafeHouse® Restaurant. For more information, please visit: http://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.