This Giving Tuesday on December 2, 2025, residents of Shorewood, Whitefish Bay, Fox Point, Bayside, Mequon, and Glendale have exceptional opportunities to invest in their own backyard—supporting organizations where every dollar stays local and impacts their neighbors directly.

Whether you're looking for a traditional turkey dinner, an upscale brunch experience, or convenient takeout, this comprehensive guide has everything families need to plan the perfect holiday meal.

The North Shore's best family-friendly gifts are hiding in plain sight right in your own neighborhoods. This comprehensive guide showcases businesses, experiences, and treasures from nature memberships that inspire year-round exploration to locally-owned toy stores where staff still wrap presents by hand.

Find the best Christmas tree farms and vendors in Milwaukee, Franklin, Cedarburg, Waukesha & Burlington. Complete 2024 guide to cut-your-own farms, pre-cut lots, tree varieties, prices & care tips for the perfect family Christmas tree.

Discover unique holiday gifts at Celtic Christmas Boutique in Wauwatosa. Free event features 45+ artisans, handcrafted items & Irish Music Archives tou

Milwaukee's North Shore communities offer families a rich blend of Thanksgiving traditions, from morning charity runs along Lake Michigan to Black Friday parades and holiday celebrations that officially launch the season.

The greater Milwaukee area sparkles with tree lighting ceremonies this holiday season, each offering families a unique way to welcome the most wonderful time of year. From the grandeur of Milwaukee's 112th annual ceremony at the Deer District to intimate small-town gatherings in Ozaukee County villages, these celebrations transform communities into winter wonderlands.

This comprehensive guide covers the entire metro area from downtown Milwaukee to surrounding communities like Waukesha, Wauwatosa, Brookfield, and Cedarburg. With displays ranging from completely free to premium experiences, and options for every mobility level, there's something for everyone this winter season.

Thanksgiving 2025 falls on Thursday, November 27, with Thanksgiving Eve services typically on Wednesday, November 26. This comprehensive guide provides contact information for 200+ churches across all denominations in the greater Milwaukee area, organized geographically for easy reference.

Milwaukee shoppers have access to over 50 local retailers offering advent calendars from budget chocolate options to $860 luxury beauty collections, with standout local options including MobCraft Beer's craft beer calendar and Fazio's anniversary chocolate collection.

Greater Milwaukee offers dozens of ways for families to give back this Thanksgiving season, but the best opportunities fill up fast. The most family-friendly options include food sorting at Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin (ages 10+), meal service at St. Vincent de Paul (explicitly welcomes families), and specialized programs like Sunbeam Kids that are designed specifically for families with children as young as 3.

Menomonee Falls is pulling out all the stops this year with a lineup of festive events that will make your season merry and bright. From a historic tree lighting celebration to a charming European-style market, downtown Menomonee Falls is transforming into a winter wonderland throughout November and December.

The holiday season brings magical breakfast with Santa experiences throughout Greater Milwaukee. Whether you're seeking elegant hotel settings, unique museum adventures, or budget-friendly community events, this comprehensive guide covers all the places where families can share a festive meal with jolly old Saint Nick during November-December 2025.

The Milwaukee North Shore suburbs transform into a festive winter wonderland throughout late November and December 2025, offering everything from traditional tree lightings and Santa visits to brewery celebrations and nature preserve winter hikes.

Complete guide to Milwaukee area Christmas parades 2025: 5 confirmed dates including Germantown (Nov 15), Waukesha (Dec 7), plus schedules for West Allis, New Berlin & more holiday celebrations.

Complete 2025 Halloween guide for Milwaukee North Shore families! Find trick-or-treat schedules, pumpkin patches, family-friendly haunted attractions, indoor activities, and community events. Includes Whitefish Bay's Great Pumpkin Festival, Milwaukee Zoo's Boo at the Zoo, plus budget-friendly options for all ages.

Complete Labor Day weekend guide to Milwaukee's North Shore: 3 Lake Michigan beaches, free attractions, family dining, trails & weather tips for families.