Here’s a list of 13 fun things to do in Jefferson County, WI this December that’ll get you out of the house–and into the holiday spirit!
- Parades
- Holiday Train Stops
- Christmas Musical
- Shine Storytime
- Home Tours
- Light Displays
- and more!
PARADES
Whitewater Parade of Lights
Enjoy the lights and welcome Santa to Whitewater!
DATE: Friday, December 1, 2023
TIME: Parade is at 6:00 PM, Festivities start at 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Downtown Main Street in Whitewater
COST: Free
For more information about this parade, click here!
Jefferson’s Holiday Parade of Lights
The days are getting darker, but Jefferson will be bright during its 27th annual Holiday Parade of Lights!
☀️🌟 RE/MAX Shine is honored to serve as President Elect (Adriane Stuebs) and on the Board of Directors (Jen Pinnow) for the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce!☀️🌟
DATE: Saturday, December 2, 2023
TIME: Parade is at 5:30 PM
LOCATION: Downtown Jefferson
COST: Free
For more information about this parade, click here!
Palmyra’s Lions Club Christmas Parade
Santa Claus is coming to the Village of Palmyra!
DATE: Saturday, December 2, 2023
TIME: Parade is at 5:00 PM
LOCATION: Downtown Palmyra
COST: Free
For more information about this parade, click here!
Fort Atkinson’s Lighted Holiday Parade
Relish downtown Fort Atkinson for the 27th Annual Lighted Holiday Parade during the Holiday Market weekend!
DATE: Sunday, December 3, 2023
TIME: Parade is at 4:30 PM
LOCATION: Downtown Fort Atkinson
COST: Free
For more information about this parade, click here!
HOME TOURS
Lake Mills’ Tour of Homes
Enjoy a day with family or friends touring four beautifully-decorated homes in Lake Mills!
☀️🌟 RE/MAX Shine is honored to be a Platinum Sponsor of this great event!☀️🌟
DATE: Saturday, December 2, 2023
TIME: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Main Street, Ferry Drive, Upper Shorewood Hills Road, and Erinside in Lake Mills
COST: $20
To get tickets and learn more about this event, click here!
Watertown Holiday Parade of Homes
Tour four lovely Watertown homes and two bonus spots dressed up for the holidays!
DATE: Sunday, December 3, 2023
TIME: 1:00 – 5:00 PM
LOCATION: Carriage Hill Dr., Riverwood Ct., Saucer Dr., Western Ave., and Main St. in Watertown
COST: $15 in advance, $18 day of event
To get tickets and learn more about this event, click here!
LIGHT DISPLAYS
Cambridge Holiday Lights in Ripley Park
Drive through the free quaint holiday lights display at Lake Ripley Park!
DATE: November 30, 2023 – January 1, 2024
TIME: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
LOCATION: Lake Ripley Park – N4310 Park Rd, Cambridge, WI
COST: Free (donations appreciated)
To learn more about this event, click here!
Fort Atkinson’s Magic on the Polar Path
Get in the holiday spirit along the lighted bike path with live animals and Christmas carolers in Fort Atkinson!
DATE: Friday, December 1, 2023 (*Fort Polar Path lights display will be open November 5, 2023 – January 5, 2024.)
TIME: 4:00 – 6:30 PM
LOCATION: on the bike path between Rotary Pavilion and Lions Park in Fort Atkinson
COST: Free ($10 for professional photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus)
To learn more about this event, click here!
MUSICAL EVENTS
Watertown’s CPKC Holiday Train Stop
The CPKC Holiday Train is back in Watertown! Professional musicians play free holiday concerts from the train’s stage during its tour of Canada and the United States, to spread holiday cheer while helping people struggling with food insecurity.
DATE: Monday, December 4, 2023
TIME: 7:30 – 8:30 PM
LOCATION: Brandt-Quirk Park – 800 Carriage Hill Dr., Watertown, WI
COST: Free with donation of cash or non-perishable food items for the Watertown Food Pantry
To learn more about this event, click here!
Scrooge the Musical in Fort Atkinson
Enjoy heart-warming drama and breath-taking dancing in a boisterous Broadway musical version of the beloved Christmas story – A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.
DATE: November 2 – December 23, 2023
TIME: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM (show times vary by day)
LOCATION: The Fireside Theatre – 1131 Janesville Ave, Fort Atkinson, WI
COST: $56.95 and up
To get tickets and learn more about this event, click here!
MORE FUN EVENTS
Jefferson Shine Storytime
Bring your little ones to the community side of Shine Realty for a story, creative activities, open play, and of course, coffee and tea for the grown ups!
☀️🌟 Adriane Stuebs of Shine Realty loves offering a free monthly storytime with creative activities for local families!☀️🌟
DATE: Thursday, December 7, 2023
TIME: 9:30 – 10:30 AM
LOCATION: Shine Realty – 101 N. Main Street, Jefferson, WI
COST: Free
To learn more about this event, click here!
Cambridge Christmas
Kickoff the holiday season with 30+ activities for all ages! Family-friendly activities, food, & retail specials during the annual village-wide event!
DATE: November 30 – December 3, 2023
TIME: Various Times
LOCATION: Downtown Cambridge
COST: Many events are free, some have a cost
To learn more about this event, click here!
Lake Mills Winter Market
Get your holiday shopping done at the Lake Mills Winter Market, where there are over 70 vendors!
☀️🌟 RE/MAX Shine is honored to be active supporters of Legendary Lake Mills! ☀️🌟
DATE: Saturday, December 2, 2023
TIME: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
LOCATION: Lake Mills Middle School – 318 College St., Lake Mills, WI
COST: Free
To learn more about this event, click here!
We Love Serving Jefferson County, WI
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Festive Things to Do in Jefferson County, WI
We hope you enjoyed this list of fun festive things to do around Jefferson County, WI in December!
Shine on!🎄✨
