Events

Purchase your Summer 2022 Season Pass to Circus World and save on spectacular sensations, triumphant thrills, goofy giggles, and jubilant joy!

Discover the vibrant holiday traditions brought to Wisconsin by our immigrant ancestors, and create your own holiday memories. This event is sponsored by the Old World Foundation.

Advanced tickets required. Tickets are date specific, please ensure all tickets are the same date. Ticket sales end at Noon the day before each event date.

Explore the horse-powered world that existed before planes, cars, and railroads at Wade House.

Tickets can be purchased on-site upon arrival.

Step back in time and experience the historic photography studio like never before! Book a one-of-a-kind photographic experience at H.H. Bennett Studio & Museum.

Please contact H.H. Bennett Studio directly to book by calling (608) 253-3523 or emailing shop.hhb@wisconsinhistory.org at least 24 hours in advance of the date of interest.

Celebrate the 150th anniversary of Villa Louis with a special presentation and question-and-answer session with former site curator Mary Antoine.

Free event!

Experience the magic of a Victorian holiday celebration at Villa Louis.

Tickets are date specific, please select the same date for your entire party. Online ticket sales for Dec. 3 & 4 have ended. Tickets will still be available on-site. Online ticket sales for Dec. 10 & 11 will end at Noon on Thursday, Dec. 9.

Enjoy jubilant holiday music, beautiful decorations, and tasty treats—fresh out of the oven—as you enjoy festive activities for all ages.

Scroll down to purchase tickets in advance! Online ticket sales end at Noon on Friday, December 10.

Discover how Wisconsin-made Christmas decorations became Space Age pop culture icons at this popular holiday exhibit at the Wisconsin Historical Museum.
Admission is free. Donations are welcomed.

Discover the stories of Wisconsin’s rich history through artifacts and exhibits. The Wisconsin Historical Museum shares the stories behind Wisconsin’s heritage through exhibits featuring Native Nations and Tribes, the immigrant experience, frontier life, agriculture, industry, politics, and more. Admission is free. Donations are welcomed.