Good morning, Waukesha.

Pewaukee Army veteran Sue Zenda uses her therapy dog Teddy to comfort veterans, hospital patients, and community centers across southeastern Wisconsin, and she plans to expand training opportunities with a local rescue group in Waukesha County — reinforcing her lifelong commitment to service.

Holiday Folk Fair International 2025

2-9 p.m. — Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center — Parking fees may apply — Celebrate multicultural heritage with music, dance, and traditional foods over this three-day festival.

Milwaukee Turkey Trot 5k/8k

8:45 a.m. — McKinley Park — Entry fee not specified — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run and enjoy a donut at the finish line.

Mistletoe Market Craft & Art Fair

10 AM – 4 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Free entry — Discover unique handcrafted art and crafts at this festive market with possible visits from Santa.

Special Saturday: Hands On Holidays

10 AM – 12 PM — Oconomowoc Public Library — Free entry — Create holiday gifts at various crafting stations for all ages.

Waukesha Christmas Parade

4-9:45 p.m. — Lee Sherman Dreyfus State Office Building — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with colorful floats, festive music, and a visit from Santa Claus.

Country Christmas Spectacular

5-9 p.m. — The Ingleside Hotel — $30-$35 per carload — Experience a mesmerizing display of over a million holiday lights from the comfort of your car.