City of Brookfield Tree Lighting & Holiday Celebration

About this adventure

Celebrate the start of the holiday season in suburban Waukesha County at the City of Brookfield's annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration. Held outside on the Civic Plaza next to the iconic City Hall Clock Tower, the community gathers at twilight for holiday choral performances by local school choirs and the ceremonial lighting of the magnificent civic Christmas tree. Following the lighting, Santa and Mrs. Claus make a grand appearance to greet children and listen to holiday wishes. Families can step inside the heated Senior Community Center for complimentary cookies, warm hot cocoa, and children's craft stations where kids make keepsake ornaments. Children can also deposit their letters to the North Pole in Santa's dedicated express mailbox. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Civic Plaza and City Hall grounds are completely flat, concrete-paved, and ADA compliant with easy stroller movement. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Brookfield Senior Community Center features heated indoor spaces, accessible family restrooms, and baby changing stations. • Age Suitability: All ages welcome; especially popular with young suburban families and toddlers. • Sensory Tips: Friendly, cheerful neighborhood gathering; indoor craft areas provide calm, warm respites from chilly outdoor temperatures.