Holiday Lights Festival Kick-Off Extravaganza
Location: Pere Marquette Park
Time: 6:00 - 6:30
Kick-off the holiday season with the annual Holiday Lights Festival. Don’t miss the big reveal, when the switch is flipped and dazzling lights illuminate the park. Enjoy live music, a visit from Santa, a dynamic fireworks show and free hot cocoa and cookies!
After the big reveal, families can hop aboard the Jingle Bus, free on kick-off night, to view all of downtown’s lighted scenes. The festival continues through December 31.
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Holiday Lights Festival Kick-Off Extravaganza
Youll find a whole lot of holiday spirit in Downtown Milwaukee. This annual six-week festival features hundreds of activities with a little something for everyone.
Hop on the Jingle Bus and enjoy the holiday lights around the city.
See for yourself! Get down here!
MKE411 Insider Tip: Warm up with with hot toddies and a build-your-own chocolate bar at Clear in the InterContinental Milwaukee from 5-11pm.
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Afternoon Tea at Blu
Location: Blu
Time: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Phone: (414) 298-3196
Friday, Saturday and Sunday Afternoons. November - March. 3:00 - 4:30PM
As winter rolls in, cozy up to the fireplace with tea in Blu: The Pfisters non-smoking, newly renovated 23rd floor lounge. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending, presented in all-silver service by a Pfister Tea Butler, while learning about each variety of tea, the origins, unique flavors, effects on mood and health, blending options and perfect pairings. The afternoon is complete with fresh scones, sandwiches and pastries. Featured teas are from Liif Tea.
By reservation only. Please call 877.704.5340 or 414.935.5950
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Cookie Contest!
Location: Enter on Facebook
Submit your favorite cookie recipe for a chance to win over $800 in fabulous prizes including...
Overnight stay at one of the Milwaukee Marcus Hotels
Dinner for two at one Marcus Restaurant
One-on-One Instructional Workshop with a Marcus Pastry Chef
$150 Pick ’N Save Gift Card
AND, Selected cookie recipe will be featured in Marcus Restaurants in January
AND, Marcus Restaurants will also deliver 500 cookies made from the winning recipe to Hope House.
Enter Here!
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Patrick Watson
Location: Turner Hall Ballroom
Time: 7:30pm
Be wowed by Patrick Watson and his beautifully crafted songs during this Ten Buck Show!
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Thanksgiving Brunch & Overnight Package
Location: The Pfister Hotel
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Phone: (414) 273-8222
Traditional Thanksgiving Brunch in a grand, elegant, Pfister Ballroom setting, and an overnight stay.
Celebrate all there is to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. In addition to luxurious accommodations for one evening, you will also receive Brunch for Two on Thanksgiving Day in one of the Pfisters glorious ballrooms.
Based on availability. Does not include tax or gratuity. Valid Wednesday or Thursday evenings, November 21 and 22, 2012 only. Thankgiving Brunch is on Thursday, November 22nd from 10am - 2pm.
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A Mason Street Grill Thanksgiving
Location: Mason Street Grill
Phone: 414.298.3131
If you’re looking for a change from the traditional Thanksgiving fare, try the wood-grilled steaks and seafood at The Mason Street Grill. A special Thanksgiving prix fixe menu will also be available.
Private dining rooms are available to accommodate families from 6 to 60. For reservations call 414.298.3131, or email privatedining@marcushotels.com
Mason Street Grill SAMPLE Thanksgiving Menu
Course One
Zenith Squash Soup with Candied Pecans
OR
Mason Street Chopped Salad
Course Two
Amish Heritage Roast Turkey, Giblet Gravy
Sage Stuffing with Sausage and Wild Mushrooms
Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Maple Syrup, Marshmallow Brulee
Green Beans with Hazelnuts, Bacon, and Brown Butter
OR
Prime Rib of Beef, Jus Natural, Fresh Horseradish
Yorkshire Pudding
Golden Mashed Potatoes
Broccoli Rabe with Olive Oil and Roasted Garlic
Course Three
Pumpkin Cheesecake, Butterscotch Whipped Cream
OR
Double Chocolate Cake
Adults $ 35.00
Kids 12 and under $ 12.95 (features a Fresh Fruit Parfait as a first course)
Additional Children’s items available ala carte $ 6.50 each
Twin Mini Cheeseburgers, Sweet Potato Chips
Chicken Fingers with French Fries
Pasta with Marinara, Cheese, or Butter
Based on availability. Reservations recommended for dining room. Private Dining Room experiences must be booked 72 hours in advance.
Pfister Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Location: The Pfister Hotel
Time: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Phone: 414-273-8222
Friday, November 23rd, 5pm-6:30pm with the official lighting at 5:30pm.
Open to the public, Complimentary parking with purchase.
Join us at The Pfister for our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Watch the rapt expression on young and old alike as Santa officially lights The Pfister holiday tree. Sip hot cocoa, eggnog and bubbles while nibbling on a holiday treat. To help those in need within our community, we will be collecting food for Hunger Task Force. To contribute, please bring a non-perishable food item. HungerTaskForce.org
For details, contact the Pfister at (414) 273-8222
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A Christmas Carol
Location: The Pabst Theater
Time: Varies
This Dickens Classic will touch your soul and brighten your holiday season!
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