Christmas celebrations have taken place in Alma, Wisconsin for over 160 years along the shores of the frozen Mississippi River and below the bluffs towering over Alma. These celebrations were a long-standing tradition among Alma's early Swiss and German settlers in the mid-19th century and they were continued when they settled in Wisconsin. Our 1840s village will be trimmed for the holidays with the promise of warmth and good cheer. You'll find that the businesses and community of Alma truly know how to celebrate Christmas. Join in the festivities and enjoy Christmas away from the big box stores in the small unique Mississippi river town of Alma, Wisconsin.

WEEKENDS In November & December

Avoid the "big box" stores and enjoy shopping along Alma's historic Main Street. Over 15 participating shops will host weekend shopping events, specials and several open houses throughout November & December.

OPEN HOUSES
November 8th & 9th | Water Lily Gifts and Art & Soul Gallery

November 30th | Alma Blooms Florist, Alma General Store, Alma Leather, Art & Soul Gallery,The Burlington Hotel & Quilt Shop, The Commercial Gallery, Stumptown Gallery, Water Lily Gifts, Weaving Studio, Whole Heart

November 23rd, 10:00am at Danzinger Vineyard

Join local crafters and vendors at Danzinger Vineyard for their annual Hunter Widows Weekend event. Enjoy a sip of wine and many treasures to set off your holiday shopping.

November 30th, Main Street, Alma, Wisconsin

Enjoy shopping the local small businesses in Alma, Wisconsin. We have a theme of "keeping it local" because we know the money you spend in Alma stays in Alma.

November 30th, 3-5:00pm

Alma's celebration of Lights In Our Lives is in it's 17th year and is a wonderful opportunity to decorate the Community Christmas Tree with special memories. The lighting will be held on Saturday, November 30th, at 3-5pm at the Orange Street Gardens. Refreshments will follow at the Wings Over Alma Nature & Art Center.

December 7th, 10am-2:00pm
St John's Lutheran Church

Each year volunteers from St John's Lutheran Church in Alma sponsor a Christmas Bazaar and Luncheon. Don't miss this one. Lots of locally made items and treats!

The Alma Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center is located in the Wings Over Alma Building on Main Street. Let us know if you have any questions or comments. We are happy to provide more details. Please email us 24/7 or call us to learn more.