2025 Christmas at Cravath
Christmas at Cravath returns with a full lineup of events! Christmas at Cravath is a community celebration filled with lights, laughter, and holiday magic. You don’t want to miss this. Mark your calendars and bring the family for festive holiday fun.
The Light Display is officially lit at the end of the Parade of Lights on December 5th and remains lit through January 5th. Throughout the month of December, the City of Whitewater Parks & Recreation and Downtown Whitewater have a bunch of family-friendly events planned.
Schedule of Events
Holiday Market & Parade of Lights
December 5, 2025 @Cravath Lakefront Park
Shop local goods and creations from local vendors at the Holiday Market from 5:00 – 8:00 pm.. The Parade of Lights kicks off at 6:00 pm in Downtown and then ends in Cravath Lakefront Park.
Milk & Cookies with Santa
December 10, 2025 5:00 – 7:00 pm @Cravath Lakefront Building
Get ready for a heartwarming holiday tradition with Milk & Cookies with Santa! An evening of holiday fun. Decorate cookies, enjoy milk from Katzman Family Farms, get creative with crafts, and take in the sparkling park of lights.
Feed to Fashion
December 11, 2025 starting at 6:00 pm @Cravath Lakefront Building
Give old animal feed bags a brand-new life in this creative and eco-friendly workshop! Participants will learn how to transform colorful feed sacks into sturdy, reusable tote bags that are as stylish as they are sustainable. Whether you are a seasoned crafter or just curious to try something new, this program is a fun way to learn basic sewing skills, reduce waste, and walk away with a one-of-a-kind bag that’s perfect for shopping, carrying books, or showing off at the city market. A fee of $20.00 is required.
Parents Night Out & Kids Pajama Party
December 12, 2025 5:00 – 9:00 pm @Cravath Lakefront Park
Join us at Cravath Lakefront Park for a fun-filled night for the kids and a relaxing evening for the parents. For the kids, there will be holiday movies, pizza, snacks, crafts, and games. For the parents, you will enjoy a well0servered night off to shop, dine, or just relax. Space is limited. Registration is required. $20 per child.
Breakfast-for-Dinner with Santa
December 13, 2025 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm @ The Downtown Armory Gym
Join us for a holly-jolly evening as we flip the script and serve up pancakes, sausage, and all the breakfast favorites – for dinner! Even better, Santa himself will be there to spread holiday cheer, take photos, and hear what is on your wishlist.
This family-friendly event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with laughter, full bellies, and community spirit. Instead of a ticket price, we’re asking for donations to support the Christmas at Cravath holiday lights – helping us keep the season bright for everyone to enjoy.
Say Cheese! Paw-fect Photo with Santa
December 16, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 pm @Cravath Lakefront Building
Bring the whole family – two-legged and four-legged alike – for a festive photo opportunity with Santa. Whether it’s your kids or your beloved pet, this is your chance to capture the magic of the season in a picture you’ll treasure for years to come.
To help everyone enjoy the experience, please be respectful of other families and pet owners by keeping a safe and friendly distance between pets. Instead of a ticket price, we’re asking for donations to support the Christmas at Cravath holiday lights – helping us keep the season bright for everyone to enjoy.
Family Painting: Reindeer for Christmas
December 17, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 pm @Cravath Lakefront Building
Join us for a fun and festive evening of creativity! Each participant will paint their very own 8x10 holiday reindeer masterpiece to take home and enjoy the season. This family-friendly program is perfect for all ages – no painting experience necessary. Spots are limited. Registration is required. $25 per participant.
Chili-Cook Off
December 18, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 pm @Cravath Lakefront Building
Join us for a fun and festive evening without having to make dinner! We will have up to 10 chili entries for you to try. You also get to vote for your favorite! It is $5.00 for a bowl or $10.00 for a Stevie Mug. No registration needed.
Meet the Magic: Real Reindeer for Christmas
December 18, 2025 5:00 pm -7:00 pm at the Cravath Lakefront Building
Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime holiday adventure! Step into a winter wonderland and come face-to-snout with a real, live reindeer – straight from the North Pole (well, almost!). Bring the whole family and experience the wonder of Christmas up close as you meet some of Santa’s sleight team, snap magical photos, and make unforgettable memories.
Lights Out: A Christmas Farewell
January 3, 2026 starts at 6:00 pm @Cravath Lakefront Building