November 2024

We hope you’ll join us this holiday season for Merry & Bright, a collection of festive events and activities for visitors and residents to enjoy all season long. Go to VisitKenosha.com/Holidays often for the Merry & Bright Events Calendar, Santa’s Calendar, places to shop, and to plan your holiday visit to Kenosha.

TREE LIGHTING & LIGHTIN' UP

On November 29, the lighting of the City of Kenosha's Christmas Tree will happen at a new location: Veterans Memorial Park. That’s followed by family activities, live entertainment, and special promotions at participating Downtown businesses, attractions, and outdoor spaces throughout the evening. Shops will be open extended hours. See Santa & decorated storefronts.

LIGHTS, REINDEER, SANTA

Numerous events fill the calendar between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Visit Jerry Smith Farm for Holiday Lights on the Farm and the Washington Park Municipal Golf Course for the Magic at Muni Holiday Lights Display. Enjoy Christmas at Kemper, reindeer barn tours, holiday markets and concerts, special museum events, a giftable art show, Santa visits, and more.

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Shop Small and Shop Local on November 30 and all season (and year) long! Shopping small and local in Kenosha means visiting one-of-a-kind specialty stores, museum gift shops, art galleries, bookstores, cheese shops, and more. An exceptional customer experience, a unique selection of hand-picked products and offerings, and personalized service await you!

BUNDLE UP KENOSHA

Visit Kenosha is spearheading a winter-wear collection drive called Bundle Up Kenosha, now through January 15. We are accepting new or gently used coats, hats, scarves, and mittens, as well as new socks. Please drop the items off at our Visitor Information Center at 600 52nd Street, Suite 140, or at the Wisconsin Welcome Center – Kenosha, I-94/41 and Hwy. 165. Thank you!