Family · Free

113th Annual City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree Lighting

Name: Discover Milwaukee
Address: Milwaukee, WI, US
Price range: Free

Friday, November 20, 5:00 PM · The Plaza at Fiserv Forum

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When: Friday, November 20, 2026
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Where: The Plaza at Fiserv Forum
1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203
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Cost: Free
Type: Family

The City of Milwaukee lights its 113th official Christmas tree on the Fiserv Forum plaza in Deer District, with live performances and a visit from Santa and his reindeer; the program begins at 6 p.m.

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