La Crosse Local Holiday Events Guide!
It’s the season of very merry things, and we have all you need with our Holiday Events Guide! This guide includes holiday lights, shopping, Santa events, gift ideas, and so much more, so keep reading for all your holiday inspiration!
There’s plenty to check out in the La Crosse area over the holiday season, and if you don’t see it listed below, please submit your event using our event calendar submission link!
Click here to check out the holiday events in the area, or keep scrolling for individual holiday categories!
LA CROSSE AREA GUIDE TO THE HOLIDAYS!
HOLIDAY EVENTS BY WEEK
NOVEMBER 1 — 2
Holiday Open House | Practically Posh
November 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Holiday Open House at Practically Posh October 30th – November 2nd | 10:00am – 5:00pm Save the d...
Holiday Open House | Practically Posh
November 2 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Holiday Open House at Practically Posh October 30th – November 2nd | 10:00am – 5:00pm Save the d...
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holiday events
NOVEMBER 3 — 9
Christmas in the Valley | Coon Valley
November 8 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Join us on November 8th for our Christmas in the Valley Open House, running from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm!...
Holiday Craft Show Fundraiser | Journey Lutheran Church
November 8 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Holiday Craft Show Fundraiser Come shop, support, and give back this holiday season. Saturday, Novem...
Holiday Pop-Up Shops | The Charmant
November 8 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join us at The Charmant on Saturday, November 8th, from 10 AM to 1 PM for our annual Holiday Pop-Up ...
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holiday events
NOVEMBER 10 — 16
Holiday Open House | Twinkle & Twine Design
November 13 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Holiday open house! Join at the shop for sassy shopping, local vendors, a free holiday craft, and li...
Holiday Open House | Downtown La Crosse
November 14 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us in downtown La Crosse, WI on November 14th from 4-8pm for an enchanting start to the holiday...
Downtown Tree Lighting | Grounded Patio Cafe
November 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The moment that lights up the night! Join us for the Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6 PM at Grounded Pati...
Winding Ridge Holiday Makers Market | Havenwood Event Center, Sparta
November 15 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
🎄 3rd Annual Winding Ridge Holiday Makers Market 🎄 Join us for a festive shopping experience f...
Annual WELCA Holiday Marketplace Sale | Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
November 15 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mark your calendars for the 2025 WELCA Holiday Marketplace Sale at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.✨...
Holiday Mini Photo Sessions | Dawn Silva Photography & HDK Salon
November 15 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
✨ Holiday Mini Photo Sessions are here! ✨ This year’s holiday mini photo sessions with Dawn Si...
Christmas Bazaar | Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
November 15 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Celebrate the season at our Annual Christmas Bazaar!Browse a wonderful selection of Norwegian bakery...
Fall & Winter Craft Show | Cashton
November 16 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cozy vibes, handmade finds Join us for the TwistedHub Fall & Winter Craft Show!
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holiday events
NOVEMBER 17 — 23
Holiday Tree Lighting with Santa | Dash Park
November 19 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Join us at Dash-Park in Onalaska for our annual tree lighting of the giant Christmas tree in Dash-Pa...
Sleigh Your Holiday Budget | Dash Center
November 20 @ 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Mark your calendars! On November 20th we are hosting the Sleigh Your Holiday Budget program with Alt...
Holiday Fair & More | La Crosse Center
November 20 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mark your calendars for the 61st Annual Holiday Fair & More, coming November 20–23, 2025 at th...
Celebrating 26 Years Holiday Sale | Premier Fitness & Wellness
November 21 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
🎉 “26 Years Strong” Join Now — Don’t Pay Until 2026! We’re celebrating 26 years of ...
Pink Friday | Treehouse Gift & Home
November 21 @ 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Kick off the holiday shopping season the local way! Join us for PINK FRIDAY, a nationwide celebratio...
Pink Friday | Coulee Boutique
November 21 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Pink Friday is all about celebrating shopping small first — and we can’t wait to celebrate with ...
Pink Friday & Widows Weekend @ Practically Posh
November 21 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Join us at Practically Posh for a fun-filled weekend as we celebrate both Pink Friday and Widows Wee...
Widow’s Weekend | Bella Botanicals
November 21 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
It’s Widows Weekend at Bella Botanicals — and we’re ready to spoil you! Stop in for a glass of...
Pink Friday | Moonchild Collective
November 21 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Join us for Pink Friday — a nationwide movement that celebrates shopping small first! Kick off the...
Pink Friday 2025 | Blush Roots Boutique (Westby)
November 21 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Gather up your friends, put in your PTO and get ready for a day of shopping and celebrating: **Pink ...
Christmas Open House | Caledonia Street Antique Mall
November 21 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tis the season for holiday open houses! Check out the Caledonia Street Antique Mall in North La Cros...
Pink Friday | Keeper Goods
November 21 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Join the fun this Pink Friday 11/21 at Keeper Goods! Shop local first this holiday season & enjo...
Holiday Fair & More | La Crosse Center
November 21 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mark your calendars for the 61st Annual Holiday Fair & More, coming November 20–23, 2025 at th...
Hixon House Holidays | Historic Hixon House
November 21 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Did you know that Hixon House served as a dormitory for about 20 young women just after WWII? At tha...
Holiday Fair & More | La Crosse Center
November 22 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mark your calendars for the 61st Annual Holiday Fair & More, coming November 20–23, 2025 at th...
Holiday Walkabout | Downtown Galesville
November 22 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us in Downtown Galesville for one of our biggest shopping days of the year! Businesses will be ...
Mistletoe Market | Fox Hollow Event Center
November 22 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Step into a world of creativity and craftsmanship at the Mistletoe Market, a Market on the Mississip...
Craft & Vendor Show | Sparta American Legion
November 22 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join the Sparta American Legion Auxiliary for a Craft & Vendor Show! Plus, lunch and baked goods...
Pink Friday | Treehouse Gift & Home
November 22 @ 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Kick off the holiday shopping season the local way! Join us for PINK FRIDAY, a nationwide celebratio...
Holiday Bazaar | Eagle Crest South
November 22 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join us for our annual Holiday Bazaar at Eagle Crest South! This festive event features gifts, craft...
Opening Day, Girls’ Way | Coulee Boutique
November 22 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Opening Day, Girls’ Way at Coulee Boutique! Saturday, November 22 | 9 AM – 5 PM While the hunter...
Backwoods Boutique Sale | Trempealeau
November 22 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hours: Saturday November 22nd 9-4pm and Sunday, November 23rd 10-2pm. Cash, check or Venmo accepted....
Holiday Market | B’s Place
November 22 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join us for B’s Place Event Venue’s Holiday Craft Market! The brightest and most talente...
Pink Friday & Widows Weekend @ Practically Posh
November 22 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Join us at Practically Posh for a fun-filled weekend as we celebrate both Pink Friday and Widows Wee...
Widow’s Weekend | Bella Botanicals
November 22 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
It’s Widows Weekend at Bella Botanicals — and we’re ready to spoil you! Stop in for a glass of...
Doe on the Go | Muted Tones
November 22 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
While the men are in the woods… we shop! Join us for 20% OFF storewide for our “Doe on the Go”...
Christmas Open House | Caledonia Street Antique Mall
November 22 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tis the season for holiday open houses! Check out the Caledonia Street Antique Mall in North La Cros...
Holiday Open House | Orange Thumb
November 22 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Holiday time to shop with the men away, women can play!!! I will have food/treats, drinks, and a pri...
Opening Weekend Shopping | Dales Clothing
November 22 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Join us Saturday, November 22nd for Opening Weekend shopping. Refreshments, cupcakes from @danielasc...
Hixon House Holidays | Historic Hixon House
November 22 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Did you know that Hixon House served as a dormitory for about 20 young women just after WWII? At tha...
Sip & Shop Holiday Craft Fair | Branches Winery
November 22 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Featuring local artists, Hidden Springs Creamery sheep milk cheese tasting, and Driftless Studios!
Deer Widows Sip & Paint | Features Holmen
November 22 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Come join us and paint Rudolph! Deer hunter widow special: $35! Includes 1 beverage! Must sign up an...
Blaze Orange Bazaar Maker’s Market | Elmaro Vineyard
November 22 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Elmaro Vineyard’s Outdoor Blaze Orange Bazaar offers shopping, wine, and fun! All vendors are outd...
Holiday Wine Tasting & Treats | La Crosse Club
November 22 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for our holiday wine tasting & treats event! Open house style 5-8pm – RSVP Require...
Mistletoe Market | Fox Hollow Event Center
November 23 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Step into a world of creativity and craftsmanship at the Mistletoe Market, a Market on the Mississip...
Holiday Fair & More | La Crosse Center
November 23 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Mark your calendars for the 61st Annual Holiday Fair & More, coming November 20–23, 2025 at th...
Backwoods Boutique Sale | Trempealeau
November 23 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Hours: Saturday November 22nd 9-4pm and Sunday, November 23rd 10-2pm. Cash, check or Venmo accepted....
Christmas Open House | Caledonia Street Antique Mall
November 23 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tis the season for holiday open houses! Check out the Caledonia Street Antique Mall in North La Cros...
Hixon House Holidays | Historic Hixon House
November 23 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Did you know that Hixon House served as a dormitory for about 20 young women just after WWII? At tha...
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holiday events
NOVEMBER 24 — 30
Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot | Omni Center
November 27 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Get your workout in this Thanksgiving morning. The Festival Foods Turkey Trot allows participants to...
Thanksgiving Dinner | Three Rivers Restaurant
November 27 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Let our family cook for yours this Thanksgiving! Three Rivers will be serving a special Thanksgiving...
Black Friday | Treehouse Gift & Home
November 28 @ 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Shop where the holiday spirit feels a little more magical! Join us at Treehouse Gift & Home for ...
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Bash | Thorson Graphics
November 28 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Bash! It’s our favorite weekend of the year — and we...
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday | Bella Botanicals
November 28 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Black Friday + Small Business Saturday at Bella Botanicals Mark your calendars, Onalaska! We’re ce...
KEPS Magical Holiday Shopping Experience | KEPS Conscious Boutique
November 28 @ 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Join us for a magical shopping experience as we celebrate 10 years in the heart of downtown Sparta! ...
Black Friday | Coulee Boutique
November 28 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Black Friday at Coulee Boutique! Friday, November 28Live Sale at 8 AM | In-Store 10 AM – 5 PM It...
Black Friday Vendor Fair | Valley View Mall
November 28 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Black Friday Weekend at Valley View Mall! Friday: Black Friday Event — freebies, deals & surpr...
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday | Practically Posh
November 28 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are just around the corner, and we are so excited! We’ll ...
Record Store Day Black Friday Event | Deaf Ear Records
November 28 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Special exclusive, limited edition releases for sale you’ll only find at independent music sto...
Kriskindlmarkt | Sparta
November 28 @ 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Experience an award-winning traditional European-style winter market without leaving Wisconsin! 34 h...
Rotary Lights Kick-Off Parade Party | La Crosse Club
November 28 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Come celebrate the kick off of Rotary Lights with a parade party! Open at 4pm. Parade starts at 5pm....
Rotary Lights Kick-Off Party | The Charmant
November 28 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The holiday season is here! Join us in the Lobby Lounge on Friday, November 28th, from 4–6 pm for ...
Rotary Lights Opening Night Parade | Riverside Park
November 28 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for our opening night parade, starting at 6th and Main Street, following Main St to 2nd Stre...
Twinklefest | Downtown Viroqua
November 28 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
CELEBRATE TWINKLEFEST – NOVEMBER 28! Join us for a full day of holiday magic in Viroqua! Here̵...
Black Friday | Treehouse Gift & Home
November 29 @ 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Shop where the holiday spirit feels a little more magical! Join us at Treehouse Gift & Home for ...
Small Town Saturday | The Harvest
November 29 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Small Town Saturday at The Harvest Join us Saturday, Nov 29th as we celebrate what makes our little ...
Holiday Great River Makers Market | La Crescent Area Event Center
November 29 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Spend Small Business Saturday with 40 local & handmade businesses!
Evergreen Glitterfest Holiday Market | Justin Trails Resort
November 29 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Shop Small Saturday is November 29th. Celebrate at the Evergreen Glitterfest Holiday Market and supp...
Country Roads Small Business Mixer | Bluff Top Vineyard
November 29 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Come join us for our 4th annual day of holiday shopping in the country and support our amazingly tal...
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Bash | Thorson Graphics
November 29 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Bash! It’s our favorite weekend of the year — and we...
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday | Bella Botanicals
November 29 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Black Friday + Small Business Saturday at Bella Botanicals Mark your calendars, Onalaska! We’re ce...
Holiday Open House | Monét Floral
November 29 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
La Crosse, you asked for it so we will be adding an additional holiday open house from 9-3 on Sat No...
Small Business Saturday | Coulee Boutique
November 29 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
There’s no better way to celebrate community, connection, and local love than by shopping small on...
Art House Market: Small Business Saturday | Art House La Crosse
November 29 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Browse one-of-a-kind art and handmade goods from 9 talented local makers, enjoy our community bake s...
Black Friday Vendor Fair | Valley View Mall
November 29 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Black Friday Weekend at Valley View Mall! Friday: Black Friday Event — freebies, deals & surpr...
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday | Practically Posh
November 29 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are just around the corner, and we are so excited! We’ll ...
Kriskindlmarkt | Sparta
November 29 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Experience an award-winning traditional European-style winter market without leaving Wisconsin! 34 h...
Small Business Saturday | artPOP
November 29 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
We love our community!!! We cannot imagine being anywhere else! Thank you for supporting and encoura...
Saturday Holiday Market | River City Gallery
November 29 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
FIND GREAT GIFTS AT THE GALLERY! Saturday Holiday Markets November 15th through December 20th. Enjoy...
Santa’s Arrival | Valley View Mall
November 29 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Santa’s Arrival Saturday, November 29, 2025 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Valley View Mall – Parade start...
Lighting of the Christmas Tree | The Berry Market
November 29 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
We hope this fills your heart with joy, love & spreads his word. This event is the reason for th...
Lights Over North La Crosse | Copeland Park
November 29 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We are proud to host our annual lighting of Copeland Park! Come for family fun, Bonfire, Fireworks a...
8th Annual Holiday Craft & Vendor Show | Holland Town Hall
November 30 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Discover a wide range of handmade crafts, unique gifts, and festive goodies perfect for everyone on ...
Black Friday Vendor Fair | Valley View Mall
November 30 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Black Friday Weekend at Valley View Mall! Friday: Black Friday Event — freebies, deals & surpr...
Holiday Light Up Parade | Central Park, Trempealeau
November 30 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Mark your Calendars for Trempealeau’s Holiday Light Up Parade at Central Park! Sunday, November 30...
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DECEMBER 1 — 7
Holiday Open House | Brilliant Body Work
December 4 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
It’s time to celebrate the season — Brilliant Bodywork style! Join us for our 16th Annual Holida...
Christmas 1989 Album Release with Melissa Kay McCarthy | The Grand Hotel Ballroom
December 4 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Join Melissa at The Grand Hotel Ballroom as she performs songs from her new album Christmas 1989. Wi...
Hixon House Holidays | Historic Hixon House
December 5 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Did you know that Hixon House served as a dormitory for about 20 young women just after WWII? At tha...
Holiday Craft Fair | Features Fieldhouse
December 5 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Free admission! Crafts, food, jewelry, home decor, gifts, vintage clothes, Christmas carols, hot tod...
Kriskindlmarkt | Sparta
December 5 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Experience an award-winning traditional European-style winter market without leaving Wisconsin! 34 h...
Holiday Ride with Beer By Bike Brigade | Myrick Park
December 5 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A night of Merriment and Holiday cheer! A causal, 3-mile slow roll bike ride through marsh trails ba...
St. Nicholas Celebration | Franciscan Spirituality Center
December 5 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for a joyous celebration of the beloved saint known for his generosity and kindness. All age...
Christmas Wreath Making Class | Elmaro Vineyard
December 5 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us on FRIDAY, December 5th at 6:00 p.m. for this annual tradition of winter wreath making. Sele...
Holiday Faire: The Evergreen Gala | Pleasant Ridge Waldorf School
December 5 @ 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
2025 Holiday Faire Friday, December 5th 6:30-10:30pm- 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒆...
Winter Sip & Paint | Onalaska YMCA
December 5 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for our Winter Holiday Hobby! Sip on some hot cocoa and get step-by-step instructions for pa...
Craft Show | St Mary’s Parish, Coon Valley
December 6 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come to our Craft Show and support local makers! We’ll have a wide variety of handmade crafts and ...
Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair | Pedretti’s Party Barn
December 6 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join us for our annual Holiday Craft & Vendor event. A variety of local vendors and crafters wit...
Holiday Craft Fair | Features Fieldhouse
December 6 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Free admission! Crafts, food, jewelry, home decor, gifts, vintage clothes, Christmas carols, hot tod...
Christmas Fun | Sunrise Orchards
December 6 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Make Festive Memories at Sunrise Orchards! Bring the whole family and kick off the holiday season at...
Jinglefest | Downtown Holmen
December 6 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Celebrate the holidays in Downtown Holmen! Join us for the 6th Annual Jinglefest Holmen for the Holi...
Holiday Bazaar | St. Elias Church
December 6 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
St. Elias Church, 716 Copeland Ave. Celebrate St. Nicholas Day with homemade treats from St. Elias C...
Hip-Hop Breakfast with Santa | Mathy Boys & Girls Club
December 6 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Hope Restores & Black Student Leaders present the 5th annual: Hip Hop Breakfast with Santa! Wear...
Holiday Faire: A Celebration for All Ages | Pleasant Ridge Waldorf School
December 6 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
2025 Holiday Faire Friday, December 5th 6:30-10:30pm- 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒆...
Holiday Needle Felted Ornament Making Class | Clearwater Farm
December 6 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Local Artist Carol Witt-Smith will guide you through making two needle felted ornaments. Make a Snow...
Kriskindlmarkt | Sparta
December 6 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Experience an award-winning traditional European-style winter market without leaving Wisconsin! 34 h...
Pop-Up with Local Author Amanda Zieba | Practically Posh
December 6 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join us for a one-day pop-up featuring the Word Nerd herself Amanda Zieba! Amanda is a local author ...
Santa at the Market | The Market, Trempealeau
December 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Our 3rd Annual, Santa at the Market is here! December 6th, 11 am – 4 pm Stop by to visit with ...
Hixon House Holidays | Historic Hixon House
December 6 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Did you know that Hixon House served as a dormitory for about 20 young women just after WWII? At tha...
Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit | Natty West
December 6 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Saturday 12/6 from 1-4pm…..in our event line up for A Very Natty Christmas, we were informed that ...
A Viterbo Christmas – All Things New | Viterbo Fine Arts Center
December 6 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
You can now save your seats to A Viterbo Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in ou...
OCC Auxiliary Holiday Fair | Onalaska Care Center
December 6 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Save the Date! The OCC Auxiliary Holiday Fair is almost here! Join us Saturday, December 6th from 2-...
Holiday Drop-n-Shop | Blue Angels Gymnastics Club
December 6 @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Join us for a merry afternoon of fun at the Blue Angels Gymnastics Club Kids’ Christmas Drop &...
Ugly Sweater 5K | Myrick Park & Riverside Park
December 6 @ 4:15 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 for The 19th Annual Ugly Sweater 5k! This year, the Ugly Sweater 5k i...
Light up the Park | Mormon Coulee Park
December 6 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Come visit with SANTA, hot chocolate & treats.Take a hayride through the lights or warm up by th...
Winter on Ice Spectacular | Omni Center
December 6 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us for Winter On Ice Spectacular, a magical evening on ice showcasing local talent and holiday ...
A Viterbo Christmas – All Things New | Viterbo Fine Arts Center
December 6 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
You can now save your seats to A Viterbo Christmas on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in ou...
Winter Wonderland Brunch | The Waterfront
December 7 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Celebrate the season at our Annual Winter Wonderland Brunch on Sunday, December 7th, in the festive ...
Holiday Craft Fair | Features Fieldhouse
December 7 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Free admission! Crafts, food, jewelry, home decor, gifts, vintage clothes, Christmas carols, hot tod...
Brunch with Santa and Mrs. Claus | Holmen Area Community Center
December 7 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Bring your little ones for a delightful morning filled with joy and wonder. Join us for Brunch with ...
Winter Maker’s Market | The Nature Place
December 7 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Winter Maker’s Market — Sunday, December 7 | 11 AM–4 PM The Nature Place is hosting their firs...
Winter Wonderland Brunch | The Waterfront
December 7 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Celebrate the season at our Annual Winter Wonderland Brunch on Sunday, December 7th, in the festive ...
Annual Santa Run | French Island
December 7 @ 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Town of Campbell Fire Department is escorting Santa around French Island on Sunday the 7th of De...
Hixon House Holidays | Historic Hixon House
December 7 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Did you know that Hixon House served as a dormitory for about 20 young women just after WWII? At tha...
Signing Santa Claus | CESA 4 Campus, West Salem
December 7 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Here’s a calendar worthy date because who doesn’t love a signing Santa Claus? Date: December 7th...
Season of Lights Holiday Parade | Onalaska City Hall
December 7 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The City of Onalaska is thrilled to host our 5th annual Season of Lights holiday parade on Sunday, D...
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holiday events
DECEMBER 8 — 14
Advent Candlelight Hike | St Joseph Ridge
December 8 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
All are invited to join us for a peaceful mile-long hike filled with Advent-themed reflections and c...
Cocktails and Cabaret: A Holly Jolly Holiday | Pump House Regional Arts Center
December 9 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate the holidays with Nancy Allen and her good time cast for some fun, quirky and classic holi...
Cocktails and Cabaret: A Holly Jolly Holiday | Pump House Regional Arts Center
December 10 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate the holidays with Nancy Allen and her good time cast for some fun, quirky and classic holi...
Holidays in the Village | Downtown Bangor
December 11 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A small business shopping event in downtown Bangor. A large variety of small businesses will feature...
Free Ornament Making Station | The Art Room Bangor
December 11 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Come paint wood ornaments at The Art Room in Bangor. During our village wide small business celebrat...
A Holly Jazzy Christmas | Capella Performing Arts Center
December 11 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
A Holly Jazzy Christmas with La Crosse Jazz Orchestra and Debbie O’Keefe Get into the festive ...
CPKC Holiday Train | La Crosse Amtrak Depot
December 11 @ 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Join CPKC Holiday Train and celebrate the holidays by listening to great music and donating to help ...
Jingle & Mingle Market | The Hungry Hunter
December 12 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Jingle & Mingle Market at The Hungry Hunter Join us on Friday, December 12th starting at 3PM for...
Kriskindlmarkt | Sparta
December 12 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Experience an award-winning traditional European-style winter market without leaving Wisconsin! 34 h...
Santa & Mrs Claus Visit! | Play Grounds Of La Crosse
December 12 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Santa & Mrs. Claus are making a special stop at Play Grounds Of La Crosse! Bring your family and...
Jingle Bell JAMboree | Houser Onalaska YMCA
December 12 @ 5:00 pm - 7:45 pm
Join us for the first-ever Jingle Bell JAMboree: a family-friendly holiday extravaganza at the House...
La Crosse Dance Centre’s 36th Annual Nutcracker Ballet | Viterbo Fine Arts Center
December 12 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
La Crosse Dance Centre’s 36th Annual NUTCRACKER BALLET Dec. 12–14, 2025 Friday, Dec. 12 at 7...
A Holly Jazzy Christmas | Capella Performing Arts Center
December 12 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
A Holly Jazzy Christmas with La Crosse Jazz Orchestra and Debbie O’Keefe Get into the festive ...
Cocktails and Cabaret: A Holly Jolly Holiday | Pump House Regional Arts Center
December 12 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate the holidays with Nancy Allen and her good time cast for some fun, quirky and classic holi...
Pancake Breakfast with Santa | West Salem American Legion
December 13 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am
Bring the whole family for pancakes and pictures with Santa. Bring your camera and get the kids pict...
Cozy Candle Making: How to Winter Well | Trempealeau Library
December 13 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Make candles & be cozy! Andrea from UW-Extension Trempealeau County will be there to assist you ...
Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit The Museum | Children’s Museum of La Crosse
December 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Get your list and wishes ready for a very special visit from SANTA and Mrs. Claus! Special programs,...
Kriskindlmarkt | Sparta
December 13 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Experience an award-winning traditional European-style winter market without leaving Wisconsin! 34 h...
Youth Holiday Market | My Wild Child (Viroqua)
December 13 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Support local youth this holiday! Join us for a youth holiday market featuring the remarkable youth ...
Breakfast With Santa | Great River Harley-Davidson
December 13 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Breakfast With Santa at Great River Harley-Davidson! December 13th • 10AM–1PM The holiday magic ...
Sweet Snowscapes: Gingerbread Houses | La Crosse Library
December 13 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for a morning of sweet engineering! We will build and decorate gingerbread houses made of gr...
Kris Kringle Market | Elmaro Vineyard
December 13 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Embrace December in Wisconsin with Elmaro’s Kris Kringle Market on December 13th, 1-4 p.m. Our...
Meet and Greet: Santa and Mrs. Claus | Bangor Library
December 13 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Bring the whole family for a special Meet and Greet event with Santa and Mrs. Claus, where kids can ...
Festive Gift-Wrapping | Markos Apparel
December 13 @ 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Join us for an afternoon of holiday cheer at Markos Apparel! Enjoy complimentary gift wrapping with ...
Meet & Greet: Santa and Mrs. Claus | Bangor Library
December 13 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Bring the whole family for a special Meet and Greet event with Santa and Mrs. Claus, where kids can ...
La Crosse Dance Centre’s 36th Annual Nutcracker Ballet | Viterbo Fine Arts Center
December 13 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
La Crosse Dance Centre’s 36th Annual NUTCRACKER BALLET Dec. 12–14, 2025 Friday, Dec. 12 at 7...
Light up the Park | Mormon Coulee Park
December 13 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Come visit with SANTA, hot chocolate & treats.Take a hayride through the lights or warm up by th...
2nd Annual Home for the Holidays Gala | Radisson Hotel
December 13 @ 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday, December 13th Radisson Hotel Ballroom 5:30pm – 11:00pm Please join us for an evening...
Da Capo Holiday Concert | Trinity Lutheran Church
December 13 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
You are invited to Da Capo Christmas Community and Music.
Cocktails and Cabaret: A Holly Jolly Holiday | Pump House Regional Arts Center
December 13 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate the holidays with Nancy Allen and her good time cast for some fun, quirky and classic holi...
LIVE MUSIC – Banter’s Ugly Sweater Bash | Smokey’s Bar and Grill
December 13 @ 9:00 pm - 11:55 pm
Banter is back and we’re taking over the jukebox for our annual Ugly Sweater Bash! Come dresse...
Breakfast with Santa | Holmen American Legion
December 14 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Celebrate the season on December 14th from 8-11am with a festive breakfast hosted by the Holmen Amer...
Holiday Maker’s Market | Pettibone Resort
December 14 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join 24 local makers and artisans for a fun day of shopping just in time for the Holidays!
Visit with Santa | Cashton
December 14 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Santa is coming to town. Santa will again be coming to Cashton, traveling around town in a fire truc...
Sketti With Santa | Onalaska American Legion
December 14 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Bring some toys, get fed, and meet Santa! The Warrior Brotherhood has a win, win, win for everyone f...
La Crosse Dance Centre’s 36th Annual Nutcracker Ballet | Viterbo Fine Arts Center
December 14 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
La Crosse Dance Centre’s 36th Annual NUTCRACKER BALLET Dec. 12–14, 2025 Friday, Dec. 12 at 7...
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DECEMBER 15 — 21
Family Connection Night: Christmas Edition | Northside Community Church
December 16 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Family Connection Night: Christmas Edition Hosted by Safe Families for Children Western Wisconsin Tu...
Holiday Wine Tasting | Hatchery Lounge
December 17 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us at Hatchery Lounge on Wednesday, December 17th, from 5–8 PM for an evening of wine explora...
String Ties Holiday Show | Pump House Regional Arts Center
December 17 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:30 PMThursday, December 18, 2025, 7:30 PMFriday, December 19, 2025, ...
Big BLUE Christmas Party | Wild Child Indoor Playground
December 18 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Date: Thursday, December 18th, 2025 Time: 4:30PM – 6:30PM Location: Wild Child Indoor Playgrou...
String Ties Holiday Show | Pump House Regional Arts Center
December 18 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:30 PMThursday, December 18, 2025, 7:30 PMFriday, December 19, 2025, ...
Kriskindlmarkt | Sparta
December 19 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Experience an award-winning traditional European-style winter market without leaving Wisconsin! 34 h...
Holiday Kids Camp | Burn Boot Camp Holmen
December 19 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Holiday Kids Camp Join us on Friday, December 19th at 5:30 PM for a festive, high-energy kids workou...
Holiday Trade Night | Badger Breaks
December 19 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Badger Breaks Annual Holiday Trade Night!Join us Friday, December 19th from 6–9 PM for an evening ...
Longest Night Virtual Prayer Service | Franciscan Spirituality Center (Via Zoom)
December 19 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE virtual gathering for prayer and reflection. The Winter Solstice is the longest night. As the w...
Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt | Angry’s Way Out
December 19 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Get your team of 3 or 4 ready to go on a Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt! Register your team from 11a...
Ugly Christmas Sweater Bingo | Elmaro Vineyard
December 19 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ugly Christmas Sweater Bingo night is back at Elmaro Vineyard! FRIDAY, December 19th at 7:00 p.m.! N...
Christmas Karaoke | Adams St Pub
December 19 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Grab the mic, grab your friends, and get ready for a night of unforgettable fun! Whether you have a ...
String Ties Holiday Show | Pump House Regional Arts Center
December 19 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:30 PMThursday, December 18, 2025, 7:30 PMFriday, December 19, 2025, ...
Breakfast with Santa | Features Holmen
December 20 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Come have breakfast and see Santa! Get your picture taken and Santa will give each kid a gift!
Kriskindlmarkt | Sparta
December 20 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Experience an award-winning traditional European-style winter market without leaving Wisconsin! 34 h...
Santa Visit | Sweet Valley Artisans
December 20 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Santa is coming to Sweet Valley Artisans! Join us on Saturday, December 20th from 10:00 AM to Noon f...
Photos with Santa | Valley View Mall
December 20 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Photos With Santa at Valley View Mall! Trinkets are cute and cool—but memories of a magical experi...
Kids Holiday Party | The Rivoli
December 20 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
It’s that time of year! Come enjoy some holiday cheer while meeting Santa Claus and watching a...
Coon Valley Community Christmas | Coon Valley Village Hall
December 20 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us at the Coon Valley Village Hall December 20, 12pm-2pm for Christmas fun for all!
Christmas Open House | Bluff Top Vineyard
December 20 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Merry Christmas from Bluff Top Vineyard!! 🎄🎅🤶 Today is your last chance to shop before Chri...
Crafts with Santa | Valley View Mall
December 20 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Crafts with Santa Valley View MallSaturday, December 20, 2025 | 1 PM – 3 PM Get elfed up for the h...
LIVE MUSIC – Mike McAbee | Adams St Pub
December 20 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Mike McAbee is bringing holiday tunes, comedy, and Christmas cheer! SANTA will be stopping by, and u...
Christmas Party & Live Music by Tom Carpenter | West Salem American Legion
December 20 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The bar will be open at 5pm for a Christmas Party. Join us for cocktails, a potluck dinner, music by...
Merry & Bright: A Winona Stained Glass Driving Tour | Winona
December 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Merry & Bright: A Winona Stained Glass Driving TourEvery Saturday in December / 6:00PM – 8:00P...
Big BLUE Christmas Party | Wild Child Indoor Playground
December 21 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Date: Sunday, December 21st, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Wild Child Indoor Playgr...
Photos with Santa | Valley View Mall
December 21 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Photos With Santa at Valley View Mall! Trinkets are cute and cool—but memories of a magical experi...
Skate with Santa | Omni Center
December 21 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us for this family fun event of ice skating with Santa! This is a free event and ice skates are...
Holiday Open Skate | Omni Center
December 21 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for Public Open Skate at the Omni Center! This date’s theme is holidays. Dress in your...
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DECEMBER 22 — 28
Photos with Santa | Valley View Mall
December 22 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Photos With Santa at Valley View Mall! Trinkets are cute and cool—but memories of a magical experi...
Photos with Santa | Valley View Mall
December 23 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Photos With Santa at Valley View Mall! Trinkets are cute and cool—but memories of a magical experi...
Storytime with Santa | Valley View Mall
December 23 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Storytime with Santa (Free Event) Tuesday, December 23 | 1 PM – 3 PM | Valley View Mall Get ready ...
Christmas Skate Party | High Roller Skating Center of La Crosse
December 23 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Christmas Skate Party! Tuesday, Dec. 23 • 4:30–7:30 PM Roll into the holiday spirit with family ...
Santa Claus is Coming! | Pizza Ranch
December 23 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
As you know, Tuesday Nights at Pizza Ranch are for the kids! Every Tuesday, kids ages 3-10 eat for F...
Holiday Trivia with Santa! | 608 Brewing Company
December 23 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
On the night before, the night before Christmas, Santa will present trivia and music bingo at 608 Br...
Ugly Sweaters & Karaoke with Entertainment by Drew | Recovery Room
December 23 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
No matter how off key you may be… hopefully your Holiday/Christmas Sweaters will be much much ...
Tot-Time Christmas Party | Jump Start Adventure Park
December 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Jump into Adventure for the Holidays Bringing all the Christmas vibes, Tot-Time DECEMBER 24th 10 a.m...
Photos with Santa | Valley View Mall
December 24 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Photos With Santa at Valley View Mall! Trinkets are cute and cool—but memories of a magical experi...
Holiday Celebrations | Nick’s Bar
December 24 @ 11:00 am - 11:55 pm
Open 11:00am – Close EverydayNick’s Bar – Uptown Barre Mills Christmas Eve: Cash D...
Christmas Eve Bingo | Features Holmen
December 24 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Christmas Eve Bingo!!! Join us Christmas Eve from 12-2pm for some food, drinks, bingo, and holiday c...
Christmas Eve Potluck | UU Fellowship of La Crosse
December 24 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for a Christmas Eve Potluck! The festivities will begin at 5:30 PM. This will be an informal...
Christmas Eve Open Jam | Popcorn Tavern
December 24 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
wednesday, Dec. 24th Special Time: 7pm – 11pm No Cover | 21+ No Silent Nights here. Whether you sh...
LIVE MUSIC – Sunshine & Shay | South Lanes Pizza & Wings
December 24 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
South Lanes After Hours presents Sunshine & Shay a Christmas Eve special. Music start around 8 a...
Holiday Celebrations | Nick’s Bar
December 25 @ 11:00 am - 11:55 pm
Open 11:00am – Close EverydayNick’s Bar – Uptown Barre Mills Christmas Eve: Cash D...
Christmas Meal | Harris Crossing Bar
December 25 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
CHRISTMAS DAY AT HARRIS CROSSING Celebrate Christmas with us!We’re OPEN and doors open at 12PM. A ...
LIVE MUSIC – Pat McCurdy’s Ugly Xmas Sweater Party XIV | Alpine Inn
December 26 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Our sixteenth annual Ugly Xmas Sweater Party is Friday, December 26th at the Alpine Inn! Don’t...
Merry & Bright: A Winona Stained Glass Driving Tour | Winona
December 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Merry & Bright: A Winona Stained Glass Driving TourEvery Saturday in December / 6:00PM – 8:00P...
Rock in the New Year | Sparta Cinema 6
December 28 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
WHO’S READY TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A LITTLE ROCK ’N’ ROLL?! Thanks to our friends at Piz...
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DECEMBER 29 — 31
Jingle Bingo | Rotary Lights
December 29 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Remember your dauber! Grab a few bucks! Bring a friend (or two) – or show up and make friends!...
Countdown to Noon Year | Children’s Museum
December 31 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ring in the New Year early with the Children’s Museum of La Crosse! Families are invited to join u...
Kids Noon Year’s Eve | Valley View Mall
December 31 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Kids Noon Year’s Eve at Valley View Mall Bring the kids and celebrate the New Year early at our Ki...
Rock in the New Year | Sparta Cinema 6
December 31 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
WHO’S READY TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A LITTLE ROCK ’N’ ROLL?! Thanks to our friends at Piz...
New Years Party | Onalaska American Legion
December 31 @ 2:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Bring the new year in with us, and do it up right! **Larry’s Drifters play 1PM-5PM**Ribeye Din...
RAD New Year’s Eve Bash | The Rivoli Theatre
December 31 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
RAD NYE Bash w/ Early Ball Drop! Kick off your NYE celebrations early at the Rivoli Arts District! B...
NYE Fine Dining Event | Fork & Fable
December 31 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
One of our yearly traditions at Fork & Fable is to do a Fine Dining Night on New Year’s Ev...
NYE Happy Hour Comedy Show | Pearl Street Brewery
December 31 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Join us at Pearl Street Brewery for some Happy Hour Laughs as we send off 2025 with headlining comed...
NYE Dinner | JavaVino
December 31 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join JavaVino in ringing in the New Year! We’re bringing you our special New Year’s Eve ...
New Year’s Eve Cheese & Wine Tasting | Elmaro Vineyard
December 31 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
It’s an evening of cheese, wine, and the finer things. Taste and score 15+ cheeses from award winn...
6pm New Years Eve Fireworks Show | Grandad Bluff Park
December 31 @ 6:00 pm - 6:20 pm
Won’t be able to ring in the new year at midnight? Join us for the early NYE show that rivals ...
VARC New Year’s Eve Fundraising Gala | The Waterfront Cargill Room
December 31 @ 6:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Get ready to rock the night away! Join our fabulous host, Yve Rojas, as we usher in an unforgettable...
LIVE MUSIC – Quenten Brown on NYE | West Salem American Legion
December 31 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Quenten Brown is ringing in the New Year early at The American Legion Post 51 in West Salem!
Dirty Phil’s Lounge Party | 608 Brewing Company Holmen
December 31 @ 8:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Come hang with Dirty Phil and enjoy some cocktails and hors d’oeuvres!!! $20 entry gets you a ...
Spare Parts Project NYE Bash | Jailhouse Saloon
December 31 @ 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Don’t miss out on Dave and Ben’s last gig with Spare Parts Project for New Years Eve
LIVE MUSIC – The Jazz Foundation | Starlite Lounge
December 31 @ 9:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Mike James – Guitar & VocalsMark Lakmann – TromboneZach Mayer – Bass Tammy Fis...
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