"Wonderful way to ease into the holidays! It was fun, educational, and full of great places with very yummy desserts. Our guide was a great Christmas Carol leader!" — Betty M.
Santa Hats & Ugly Christmas Sweaters Encouraged.
Did you know that Forbes named the Downtown Milwaukee lights as the best holiday light display in Wisconsin? This Santa-approved tour is the perfect mix of history, Milwaukee Christmas traditions, tasty treats, and light-hearted holiday spirit.
Led by a singing tour guide (!!), carol your way among 500,000 lights and animated displays across the city, complete with walking stops in Cathedral Square and Zeidler Union Square, plus viewing opportunities in areas such as Red Arrow Park, Pere Marquette Park and the Historic Third Ward.
And don’t be afraid to dress for the occasion! Santa hats, elf stockings, ugly Christmas sweaters, and reindeer antlers encouraged!
To enjoy a vegetarian-friendly tasting, you must notify us when you book. Sorry, but we can’t accommodate other food allergies or dietary preferences.
Highlights
The sweetest way to see the best holiday light display in Wisconsin!
- Join your singing tour guide for a Christmas carol sing-along as you explore Milwaukee’s incredible Christmas light displays.
- Learn about historic Milwaukee Christmas traditions.
- Indulge in holiday desserts from three of Milwaukee’s best restaurants.
- Explore the famous Christmas displays in Cathedral Square, Zeidler Union Square, and more.
- Wear your ugly Christmas sweater, reindeer antlers, and Santa hat for more Christmastime fun!
Frequently Asked Questions
Even the Grinch would catch the Christmas Spirit on this tour.
Will local Milwaukeeans enjoy your tours?
Absolutely! More than half of our guests are local to the Milwaukee area, and they always say the same thing: “I learned so much about Milwaukee’s history and restaurant scene that I didn’t know!” Locals who come on our tours will find their new favorite date night spot, and can impress their visiting friends with all their Milwaukee “insider” knowledge.
I hate feeling like a tourist. Will the guide have a bullhorn and an umbrella?
Yeah, we hate that, too. And, no, no umbrellas or bullhorns. Our guides feel more like part of the group. They’re friendly without being annoying, and they don’t just recite a script. We hire people who love this city, and we train them extensively to make their job look effortless. No cringey tourist stuff, we promise.
This seems like a lot to spend on sample bites. How much do we get to eat?
No need to make reservations for after the tour. You’ll enjoy the equivalent of a full meal or more on our food tours.
What happens if it rains or snows?
Rain or shine, you gotta eat! Unless the weather looks like it’ll threaten the safety of our guests or guides, the tours will run in most conditions. If it’s too wet or cold, we’ll just spend more time indoors at our restaurant partners.
Can you accommodate my dietary restriction?
If you let us know when you book your tour, we CAN provide vegetarian-friendly tasting, but we CANNOT offer alternatives or substitutions for any other allergies (including lactose intolerant) or dietary restrictions (including vegan and gluten free). Vegetarian-friendly options must be requested in advance during the ticket purchase process.
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"The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!" – Buddy the Elf

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If you need to cancel your reservation and provide us 48 hours or more notice when doing so, you will receive a full refund. Any cancellations requested with less than 48 hours notice will not be refunded unless you added the Tour Ticket Insurance option for $2 per ticket during the check-out process. No-shows will be charged the full price unless they had taken out the tour insurance option.
In the event that you must cancel less than 48 hours prior to the tour date/start time, and did not have Tour Ticket Insurance, no refund will be provided.
Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation.