Hometown Holiday – Top 5 Reasons Whitewater Is The Best Place For The Holidays
While Whitewater often prides itself on our lovely spring, summer, and fall activities/foods, winter can be just as lovely, if not more magical. We’ve got you covered with these 5 hometown holiday delights to put a sparkle in your holiday season.
#1: Thee BEST Hot Cocoa
SweetSpot Cafe: 226 W Whitewater St. Whitewater
You’ll love this rich and creamy beverage on a cold day. Add any flavor of your choice to spice things up! With multiple choices of milk and milk alternatives, as well as options for making it sweeter or less sweet, this yummy winter beverage will please everyone!
#2: Tour the Neighborhood Lights
Whitewater and surrounding area residences
What is more of a delight than admiring all the Christmas decor and lighting throughout the neighborhoods? Not only are 97 houses (17 in Whitewater!) registered as part of this year’s Deck the House lighting competition, but Whitewater Lake residences are quite festive this year, too! Warm up your car and indulge in a magical drive for a few hours. Vote for your favorite Deck the House contestant by Dec. 20th!
#3: Christmas at Cravath
341 S Fremont St, Whitewater, WI 53190
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. Christmas at Cravath kicks off the first Friday in December with the Parade of Lights & Holiday Market. The Light Display remains lit through January 3rd. Throughout the month of December, the City of Whitewater Parks & Recreation and Downtown Whitewater have a bunch of family-friendly events planned.
#4. Thee BEST Holiday Desserts:
The Bakehouse: 1185 W Main St. Whitewater
Jessica’s: 140 W Main St. Whitewater
Fanatico: 162 W Main St. Whitewater
From cakes and pies to cookies and pastries, there’s no shortage of delicious holiday themed desserts to pickup curbside and enjoy at home or back in your hotel room! Spoiler alert: The Bakehouse’s Winterberry Bars are scrumptious.
#5 Duesterbeck’s Christmas Market
Duesterbecks: N5543 County Rd O, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Apple Barn Orchard & Winery: W6384 Sugar Creek Rd, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Calling all craft brewery lovers, holiday shoppers, and Christmas lovers, you don’t want to miss Duesterbeck’s Christmas Market the first weekend in December. From handmade gifts & cozy knits to festive treats & home décor, their lineup is full of local talents and holiday magic.
After Duesterbecks, take a short drive to Apple Barn Orchard & Winery to experience Christmas in the Country. Their country store is transformed into a cozy winter wonderland with wine & complimentary tastings, fresh apples, warm cider donuts, homemade cookies, one-of-a-kind gifts crafted by local artisans, and so much more!
Bonus: Candlelight Ski/Hike
Nordic Skiing & Hiking Trails N9084 County Hwy H Whitewater, WI 53119
A little after the holiday season, but totally worth the wait! The Friends of the Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Units hosts a Candlelight Hike & Ski on the third Saturday in January from 5:00 to 8:00 pm (weather dependent). Enjoy a magical evening as you stroll or ski along the trail illuminated by over 450 candles. A perfect romantic outing or magical fun for the family!
A state park pass is required.
Happy Holidays! Be safe. Be well. Stay warm.