Thanksgiving is the official start of the holiday season. Are you prepared? This Milwaukee Thanksgiving Guide 2009 will help you find everything you need, from great deals on catered Thanksgiving dinners to fun events for the whole family.
Thanksgiving Planning:- Thanksgiving Dinner Catering & Dining Options
- Take a Drive Down Candy Cane Lane
- Plan your Black Friday Shopping
Thanksgiving Weekend & Holiday Events
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Holiday Lights Festival
Relax after your turkey dinner with a drive through downtown to appreciate the beautiful holiday lights
Where: Downtown Parks and Wisconsin Avenue
When: Thursday, November 19 - Sunday, January 3
Cost: free
- Milwaukee Holiday Parade
Celebrate the season with a popular parade through downtown Milwaukee.
Where: Astor and Kilbourn to the Grand Avenue Mall
When: 9:30 a.m. Saturday, November 21
Cost: free
- The Lighting of the Whale
A fun Milwaukee holiday kick-off tradition
Where: Milwaukee Public Museum. 800 W. Wells St.
When: 11:30 a.m. Friday, November 27
Cost: Free with admission
Contact: (414) 278-2728
- A Christmas Carol
See a beloved holiday classic come to life on stage.
Where: Milwaukee Repertory Theater, 108 E. Wells St.
When: Friday, November 27 - Sunday, December 27
Cost: $10 - $45
Contact: (414) 224-9490
- Sesame Street Live: Imagine! with Elmo & Friends
A special show for the little ones.
Where: Bradley Center, 1001 N. 4th St.
When: Friday, November 27 - Sunday, November 29
Cost: $13 - $30
Contact: (414) 276-4545
- Art vs. Craft Round #8
Who needs the mall when you've got hundreds of DIY crafters (or artists?) ready to sell you their awesome wares.
Where: Humphrey Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 790 N. Van Buren St.
When: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday, November 28
Cost: tba
