111th Annual City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us on Thursday, December 5 in the "Cheer District" (Deer District), presented by the We Energies Foundation. The City of Milwaukee's Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is sure to be a family friendly good time. The event is free and open to the public.

Celebrations will begin at 5 p.m. with a DJ followed by a featured performance from Guyton Entertainment. The tree lighting ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. with Mayor Johnson and special guest appearances by Bango, Santa Claus and Comet, Vixen and Dancer of Reindeer Games. Free parking will be available to attendees at the Highland Structure located at 1030 N. 6th St. and 5th Street Parking Structure located at 1215 N. 5th St.