Milwaukee Public Market Holiday Programming
Photo courtesy of the Milwaukee Public Market.
MILWAUKEE, WI – November 29, 2024 – The Milwaukee Public Market is celebrating the holiday season with a variety of community-centered events and activities. From gingerbread displays to a visit from Santa, the Market invites visitors to enjoy its holiday programming, many of which are free and open to the public.
Small Business Saturday: Brew City Trunk Sale
On Saturday, Nov. 30 celebrate Small Business Saturday with the Brew City Trunk Sale, featuring deals on Milwaukee merchandise that can’t be beat. The sale will take place on the 2nd level of the Public Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Parade of Gingerbread Houses Presented by MATC
From December 6 through December 12, visitors can view a festive display of gingerbread houses created by students from the Milwaukee Area Technical College Bakery Program. These detailed creations will be on display in the Palm Garden at the Milwaukee Public Market, where visitors can vote for their favorites throughout the holiday season. Visitors to the Market can vote for their favorite house and place a bid to purchase, with proceeds from the winning bids going to benefit MATC.
The Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Lot will be located at the corner of St. Paul Avenue and Broadway, outside the Milwaukee Public Market. It will be open Nov. 30, Dec 7, and Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering wild-harvested Balsam Firs from northern Wisconsin. Trees range in size and style, including “Charlie Brown-style” options and fuller natural-growth trees while supplies last.
Santa’s Christmas Cavalcade in partnership with Milwaukee Downtown
See Santa and Mrs. Claus on this festive route riding atop a vintage fire truck featuring local singer/songwriter Sarah Fierek performing original holiday tunes. The cavalcade departs from the Milwaukee Public Market’s Water Street entrance at 5:15 p.m. on Dec. 7 and Dec. 13, traveling through downtown Milwaukee. From the Market, the route travels east on Wisconsin Avenue to the lakefront and passes iconic downtown landmarks, including Pere Marquette Park, Cathedral Square Park, Zeidler Union Square, Catalano Square, and Light the Hoan.
Non-perishable food donations for Hunger Task Force will be collected before departure, with barrels located near the firetruck.
On Dec. 21, from 9 to 11 a.m., families will enjoy a festive breakfast with Santa at the Milwaukee Public Market, with proceeds benefiting the Penfield Children’s Center. While the breakfast portion is sold out, Santa will be available for photos and holiday wishes from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Market to the general public.
Cooking enthusiasts can join holiday-themed classes in the Madame Kuony Demonstration Kitchen at the Milwaukee Public Market:
- Holiday Entertaining in Style with Staci Joers | Dec. 16, 5:30 p.m.
- Italian Christmas Cookies with Michael Solovey | Dec. 21, 12 p.m.
- From Sea to Sizzle: Surf & Turf with Chef Michael Solovey (Hands-On) | Dec. 27, 5 p.m.
About Milwaukee Public Market: Since opening its doors in 2005, the Milwaukee Public Market has emerged as Milwaukee’s iconic food and event destination, recently earning recognition as the #1 Best Public Market in the country. Home to 19 independently owned vendors, and a hub for public and private community events and cooking classes, the market celebrates the best of local Milwaukee flavors and traditions.
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.
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