1. Find the Perfect Vintage at Vines to Cellar Winery
VINESCELLAR WINERY
Vines to Cellar Winery located in downtown Port Washington offers wine by the sample, glass, bottle or custom batch ranging from 3 to 40 gallons. Want a bottle custom labeled? They can assist with a special label for every occasion. The winery provides the perfect location for a private party, reunion or special occasion. It has a full tasting bar and offers UVin services. The staff will assist you in producing the perfect first or tenth batch of wine. After you bottle your batch, you’re invited to customize your vintage with personalized labels. Vines to Cellar is the one-stop location for all of your wine and beer-making needs. Bring your friends and enjoy the full experience of wine from the Vines to Cellar. And you can receive $10 off your $50 purchase now through Jan. 31.
2. Enjoy Great Food and Live Music With a Ticket to the Open Hearts, Open Homes Gala
CHOSEN
The Open Hearts, Open Homes Gala celebrates the work of foster and adoptive families and raises awareness that more families are needed. There will be silent and live auctions, heart-warming family stories, great food, and live music at Davian’s in Menomonee Falls. Tickets are available from Dec. 10 through Feb. 8. Can’t come to the Gala, but want to engage with Chosen? There are many ways to engage, including becoming a financial partner, sponsor or volunteer. Be a part of impacting foster and adoptive families in our community! For more information, click here.
3. Make Your Jewelry Masterpiece
PAUL
Staffed with expert goldsmiths, gemologists and designers, Paul’s Jewelers is where quality meets creativity. The 56-year-old business has revamped its look but kept its core values of customization and quality. Check out the custom jewelry line or schedule an appointment online to transform your outdated jewelry into a new creation. Click here to explore the beautiful selection and purchase gift cards for that special someone this holiday season.
4. Put MPM at the Top of Your Wishlist
MILWAUKEEPUBLIC MUSEUM
A Milwaukee Public Museum membership is the perfect gift. Enjoy memorable experiences and big adventures with free admission and exclusive benefits – all year long! A gift membership also allows the museum to continue to care for its priceless collections, do research, and provide educational programs for the community.
5. Shop Widmer’s Award-Winning Cheese Gift Boxes
WIDMER’S
Widmer’s offers award-winning cheeses in four different gift boxes that include favorites such as specialty mild and aged brick, traditional colby, and mild and aged cheddars. Two of the new cheeses, Matterhorn Alpine Cheddar and Butterkase, are also available. You can’t go wrong with these sample variety gift boxes created by the Widmer family using their own traditional recipes. Receive 10% off if you order before Dec. 1 by ordering online or by calling toll free 888-878-1107.
6. Find a Gift for Everyone on Your List at Mixed Bag MKE!
MIXED BAG MKE
Shop Mixed Bag MKE for a selection of jewelry, bath and body products, paper goods, fun things for babies and kids, and more! Featuring items that are locally made and thoughtfully sourced, Mixed Bag is here to help you find the perfect gift this holiday season.
7. Celebrate More at Bayshore! Season to Sparkle Holiday Celebration: Nov. 1-17
BAYSHORE
Head to BAYSHORE for the fourth annual Season to Sparkle Holiday Celebration presented by Welcome to Glendale and North Shore Chamber of Commerce, and benefitting Make-A-Wish Wisconsin! Let us entertain you with Kid Boogie Down, Reindeer Games, Fairytale Princesses, food trucks, pop-up vendors and festive experiences! Bring the whole family for some holiday fun! #seasontosparkle
8. Discover Curated Milwaukee Gifts With Historic Milwaukee
HISTORIC MILWAUKEE
Historic Milwaukee has a curated selection of Milwaukee gifts for everyone on your list including original art, items for kids, over 200 books, ornaments, home decor, barware and more. Shop in-person at 235 E. Michigan St., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday or online anytime at historicmilwaukee.org/shop.
9. Grab a Gift Card to Milwaukee’s Top Meat Market
BUNZEL
Treat yourself, your family or a friend! Available for sale in store. Bunzel’s offers a full fresh meat counter featuring it’s own sausages in a wide variety of flavors; a deli with hot and cold items available all day long; a bakery with it’s famous homemade cookies; a whole aisle of hot sauces ranging from mild to melt-your-insides and many other items.
10. Shop Road America
ROAD AMERICA
The Road America Paddock Shop offers a wonderful variety of apparel, fan cave decor, drinkware and more for car and motorsports enthusiasts. Shop in-store or online!
11. Gift Them Whiskey From the Heart
KEEPER
Discover the most awarded new whiskey this holiday season. Expertly made by legendary Master Distiller Brian Nation, formerly of Jameson, Redbreast and Midleton whiskies, Keeper’s Heart brings together the best of Irish and American whiskey-making traditions. Our Irish American whiskeys are perfect for sipping neat, enjoying on the rocks or mixing into your favorite holiday cocktail. Save $10 with code KEEPERS10.
12. Shop Small at the Mini Market
RECRAFT
Spend the afternoon shopping small on Dec. 10 at The Gage in West Allis (1139 S. 70th St., West Allis). This special re:Craft and Relic event features over 40 artists and makers of handmade goods, just in time to cross some names off your holiday shopping list! Enjoy good eats and sweet treats from Tots on the Street and Sweetly Baked, and grab a drink at the Gage bar. The cost is $3 at the door – kids 12 and under get in free. Click here to find event information and purchase tickets.
13. Send a Gift of Joy!
ARTJOY
Send an intentionally curated gift box this holiday season, packed with love (and a dose of sass!) in Cedarburg. Have any Old Fashioned cocktail lovers, tired parents, or over-the-top festive folks on your list? Art of Joy has curated gift boxes that are bound to delight this holiday season. For more information, click here.
14. Holiday Gifts and Gift Certificates Available at BILTRITE Furniture & Mattresses!
BILTRITE FURNITUREMATTRESSES
BILTRITE Furniture-Leather-Mattresses, a fourth-generation locally- and family-owned retailer since 1928, specializes in affordable, better-quality furniture and hard-to-find flip-able mattresses. There is a huge selection of in-stock holiday items, including but not limited to jewelry armoires, recliners, rockers, mattresses, benches, kids’ rockers and recliners, lift chairs, coat racks, artwork and more! BILTRITE always saves you money! 5430 W. Layton Ave., Greenfield
15. Give the Gift of Collective Coffee, and Open Up a Box of Holiday Cheer!
COLECTIVO COFFEE
This holiday season, Colectivo has brewed up something extra special for you! Colectivo Coffee’s Holiday Gift Boxes are here. Shop now and share the joy! Orders over $45 ship free, or find the Holiday Boxes at a cafe near you through Nov. 24.
16. Gift Glowing SKN for 2023
SNK BAR RX
Radiate joy this season at SKN BAR Rx – Milwaukee’s Modern Medspa. Discover a range of medical-grade treatments and skincare products in Shorewood and Pewaukee, from facials to Botox, laser facials, and hair removal. Give the gift of self-care and rejuvenation this holiday season. Click here to shop physical and online gift cards.
17. Shop Jewelry at the December Holiday Sale
EAST TOWNE JEWELERS
Explore a range of unique and interesting designer and custom jewelry to fit your personal style. Find discounts of up to 50% off on Unode50, as well as 20% off one of the largest selections of Bali-created sterling silver jewelry. Friendly and approachable staff will help you find the perfect gift for that special someone on your list. The team at East Towne Jewelers can even design a one-of-a-kind piece just for you!
18. Shop Board Games & Puzzles at Board Game Barrister
BOARD GAME BARRISTER
Two beloved classics meet in Monopoly Scrabble, where you’ll spell out Scrabble words, then score them up to see how far you move on the Monopoly board. Shop with us online or get personalized board game picks from our team of pros when you visit our stores in Mayfair Mall, Greenfield and Bayshore.
19. Give the Gift of Summer – Edelweiss Gift Cards are Now Available!
EDELWEISS CRUISE LINES
Give the gift of summer with a gift card from Edelweiss Cruises. Located Downtown, Edelweiss is Milwaukee’s premier boat company specializing in a variety of public cruise options. From the Historic Sightseeing Cruise in partnership with the Milwaukee Historical Society, to the four-course dinner option featuring Chef Adam Pawlak of “Hell’s Kitchen,” and everything in between, you can’t go wrong with an Edelweiss Gift Card. Visit edelweissboats.com to purchase yours today!
20. Shop Milwaukee-Themed Neon Lights from Glow MKE
GLOW MKE
Featuring local icons that represent our city, these neon lights are the perfect gift for any Milwaukeean. Let the Milwaukee vibes shine with warm vibrant neon in your home or office. Shop holiday specials here.
21. Gift a Beauty Treatment They’ll Love!
ILLUME COSMETIC SURGERY
Whether it’s a pampering facial that will give them glowing skin or a rejuvenating injectable treatment such as Botox, gift them a beauty experience they’ll love! Visit Illume’s Milwaukee, Franklin or Waukesha locations to purchase a gift certificate in any amount or purchase a gift certificate for $25, $50 or $100 online here.
22. Visit the Holiday Outlet presented by MIAD Gallery at The Ave!
MILWAUKEE INSTITUTEART
Kicking off on Small Business Saturday, MIAD Gallery at The Ave will be previewing an extended selection of consignment items for its Holiday Outlet. Visit on Saturday, Nov. 25 for a hot chocolate bar (while supplies last) and a first look at work you can gift to yourself and others! Click here to shop online. Small Business Saturday: Nov. 25, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Hours: Tues-Sat, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Special Holiday Hours: Sun, Nov. 26-Dec. 17, 12-4 p.m. 301 W. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 104
23. Shop HOKA at Stan’s Fit For Your Feet
STAN
Stan’s is your No. 1 shopping destination with the largest selection of HOKA shoes in Milwaukee. Shop top athletic brands and styles from HOKA at Stan’s! With a diverse range of styles and sizes, the store has something for everyone. Discover the perfect fit with the help of dedicated Fit Specialists at Stan’s in Brookfield, Greenfield or Glendale. Give the gift of happy feet this holiday season! Shop in person or online.
24. Give the Gift of Award-Winning Roth Cheese This Holiday Season
EMMI ROTH
Inspired by their Swiss roots, Roth specialty cheeses are handcrafted in Wisconsin where they blend traditional techniques with the freshest milk. The cheese makers are proud of their World and U.S. Championship cheeses, including Grand Cru, Buttermilk Blue and Havarti and Gouda flavors. Whether you’re cooking or making a cheeseboard this season, reach for Roth, it’s always good.
25. Find Something Special for Everyone on Your List!
WINKIE’S HALLMARKGIFTS
Winkie’s Hallmark & Gifts is a third-generation, family-owned and locally operated retail store. Advent calendars, English Party Crackers, candles, chocolates, cards, gift wrap and a special gift for everyone on your list is what you’ll find at Winkie’s! Join in on the fun with a trip to Winkie’s on the corner of Silver Spring and Lake Drive in Whitefish Bay or shop online at winkiesgifts.com.
26. Gear Up for Holiday Shopping
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM
Looking for the perfect holiday present for the motorcycle enthusiast in your life? Or simply shopping for gifts unique to Milwaukee? Check out the one-of-a-kind products the Harley-Davidson Museum has to offer at its two retail experiences on the museum campus.
27. Celebrate the Season with Festive Holiday Events at Saint Kate
SAINT KATETHE ARTS HOTEL
Head to Saint Kate this holiday season and get into the festive mood! From spectacular Brunch With Santa events to the Holiday Marketplace, there’s something for everyone to help celebrate the season. Make a night of it with an overnight stay – special packages are available. Click here to learn more.
28. Shop Unique Gifts at the MIAD Holiday Sale!
MILWAUKEE INSTITUTEART
The MIAD Holiday Sale is an annual event for purchasing one-of-a-kind works by students and alumni of the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design – from sculpture to greeting cards, paintings, ornaments and more. Proceeds support participating artists and designers and MIAD student scholarships. Click here for tickets and hours.
29. See Back to the Future – Film with Orchestra
MILWAUKEE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Join Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox), Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd), and a time-traveling DeLorean for the adventure of a lifetime as they travel to the past, present, and future – setting off a time-shattering chain reaction that disrupts the space-time continuum! Now, fans old and new will experience the thrill of Back to the Future like never before – on a big hi-def screen with a full symphony orchestra performing Alan Silvestri’s dazzling musical score live in sync with the movie. Buy tickets today at mso.org or 414-291-7605.
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30. Shop Your Go-to Store For Mens Gifts
WINGMAN GIFTSSUPPLY
Step into a unique shopping experience for men. The entire family is welcome and sure to find a great gift. They sell traditional European shaving products, colognes and beard products, Swiss and German watches, pocket knives, pens, books, kids toys and more – products you’ll purchase once, use well and perhaps pass down to future generations. Learn more at wingmangifts.com.
31. Give the Gift of Play!
RUCKUSGLEE
Ruckus & Glee is a toy, game and puzzle store for the young and young at heart. Visit and you’ll have the chance to learn a new game, send a wind-up toy on its way and build a new marble run. The products are chosen for their ability to engage the imagination and their quality. No matter your budget, you will find something playful and fun. The store is located at the corner of 68th Street and Wells in Wauwatosa and online at ruckusandglee.com.
32. Leather Coasters & Keychains with Local Flair
SUGARHOUSE LEATHER
Sugarhouse’s handcrafted, thick-cut leather coasters, keychains and ornaments make perfect holiday stocking stuffers! Mix and match over 300 designs to create a unique and thoughtful gift for anyone. Proudly made in Milwaukee featuring local themes and beyond. Inquire about custom branding. Click here to buy!
33. Let Sendik’s Help Take the Stress out of the Holidays!
SENDIK
From delicious, traditional sides to holiday hams, Sendik’s has everything to help you set the table this holiday season.
34. Give the Gift of Great Food
OUTPOST NATURAL FOODS
Buy a $100 gift card and receive a $5 gift card free – one for you and one for a friend! The offer is good for gift cards purchased from any of Outpost’s convenient locations in Milwaukee, Bay View, Wauwatosa and Mequon. outpost.coop
35. Find the Right Fit at Stan’s
STAN
Give yourself the gift of ultimate comfort with HOKA shoes at Stan’s, Milwaukee’s No. 1 shoe store! Treat yourself to the unbeatable quality of HOKA styles like the Gaviota 5 (pictured here), Bondi 8 or Clifton 9 for every walk, run or jog. Discover the perfect fit with the help of our dedicated Fit Specialists at Stan’s in Brookfield, Greenfield or Glendale. This holiday season, step into the world of limitless possibilities with HOKA at Stan’s! Shop in person or online.
36. Visit Cheer District and Stay at The Trade Hotel
THE TRADE HOTEL
Downtown Milwaukee now features The Trade, an Autograph Collection Hotel by Marriott and the official hotel of Deer District. Create unforgettable holiday memories in the beautifully decorated lobby, modern luxe guest rooms and sophisticated event spaces. Inquire to book by calling 414-644-0080 or by visiting thetradehotel.com.
37. Shop at Potawatomi Provisions – Inside Potawatomi Casino Hotel
POTAWATOMI PROVISIONS
Whether you’re looking for a gotta-have-it memento of Milwaukee, cool Rock & Brews Restaurant gear, high-end accessories or Milwaukee/Wisconsin sports team merchandise, you’ve come to the right place. Explore a wide selection of brand-name accessories – purses, watches, sunglasses and more!
38. Celebrate the Holiday Season at Mosler’s
NORTH AVENUE MARKET
Enjoy a 90 minute experience that will include two seasonal cocktails per person, a charcuterie board built for the size of your party and scratch-made cookies. Reservations required. Experience available for 4-12 guests. $34 per person. northavemkt.com
