Lowlands Holiday Happenings 2026
Gezellig For The Holidays!
There’s that Dutch word again – Gezellig. Gezellig does not directly translate in English and it transcends definitive meaning. To Lowlands, Gezellig is that feeling of comfort and familiarity. When you walk into your neighborhood cafe and settle into your favorite bar stool or booth to order your usual drink and meal. When you are greeted by your usual host, server and bartender who recognize you and know exactly what you like to order. So, when winter settles over Wisconsin, Lowlands throws the doors open wider, the bier pours richer and the mood gets undeniably more Gezellig. This season isn’t just about fun events—it’s about community. About bundling up, showing up and doing good while we’re at it.
From festive bike rides, drag shows, specialty bier events and toy drives, Lowlands is bringing people together to make life warmer, slower, and merrier through the end of the year.
December 2nd – 6th
- Village Christmas Market • NEW! Café Hollander – Tosa Village & Buckatabon Tavern tents selling drinks + goodies!
- Wednesday – Thursday: 4pm-9pm
- Friday: 12pm-10pm • Ugly sweater contest
- Saturday: 10am-10pm • Aprés Ski theme day
- Sunday: 12pm-8pm • Donuts with Santa 12pm-3pm
December 2nd
- Tosa Tree Lighting • 5pm at Café Hollander – Tosa Village & Buckatabon Tavern
Twinkling lights, local magic.
December 3rd
- Tosa Village Cookie Trail • 4pm-7pm, Café Hollander – Tosa Village & Buckatabon Tavern
Ticketed event. Cookies + cozy stops through the village.
December 5th — Santa Rampage + Elf Frenzy Bike Rides
- Santa Rampage Cycle — A citywide costume bike ride
Ticketed Event. Gatherings at Café Hollander – Downer Avenue
Bike bells, Santa suits, legendary energy.
- Elf Frenzy Family Ride Finale • 6pm at Café Centraal
Ticketed Event. Hot cocoa and kid-friendly fun in a heated courtyard.
December 9th – Tosa Holiday Train
- A festive stop for warm drinks, toys, and holiday spirit at Café Hollander Tosa and Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club
***LAST DAY TO DONATE TO STELLA’S TOY DRIVE!***
December 13th — Brunch with Santa•10am-2pm
- Brunch with Santa • 10am–2pm at Café Hollander – Mequon
Jolly, cozy, and perfect for families.
December 13th — A Campy Christmas Drag Show at Centraal•12-3pm
- This event is expected to sell out! The fiercest queen in Milwaukee is back with an extraordinary cast of elves for a holiday drag extravaganza in the heated holiday tent at Centraal!
December 16th — Holiday Bierklasse•6pm-8pm
- 7 Winter Biers + Bites Pairing• 5:30pm at Café Hollander – Tosa
Other Holiday Fun
Private Events & Catering
- Lowlands restaurants offer several private event spaces suited for any party type! We also offer catering — including our brunch, lunch, dinner and dessert menus. Host with Gezellig this holiday season, start planning now.
Gift Card Promotion
- Buy a $50 gift card and receive a $10 bonus voucher on us! This offer is valid both in-person and online. Promotion runs from November 9 – December 24. Bonus vouchers will be valid to use January 2, 2027 through March 31, 2027.
Winter Experiences
- Dine under the winter skies embracing the holiday magic of Milwaukee or Madison with our private, heated winter domes, igloos and shanties! Our Winter Experiences book up fast, reserve your preferred dates now!
Merch
- Looking for unique gift ideas? The Lowlands Shop has you covered. Beanies, sweaters, t-shirts, accessories, glassware — we have it all! New this year, we are now offering merch bundles! Shop now!