The Marcus Hotels & Resorts Hosts Something For Everyone At This Year’s Can’t-Miss Festivities
Soon the banisters of the AAA Four Diamond Pfister Hotel and the AAA Four Diamond Hilton Milwaukee City Center (509 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, (414) 271-7250) will be adorned with tinsel and evergreen boughs as the festive spirit of the holiday season returns to treasured Milwaukee traditions and celebrations. Guests from near and far have the opportunity to experience a variety of classic holiday merriment, as well as new and creative events to ring in this special time of year.
The
Pfister Hotel,
located in Milwaukee, Wis., was recently
recognized
as a Top
Hotel in the Midwest by
Condé
Nast Traveler readers
in
the 2019 edition of Condé
Nast Traveler’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards***.
More than 125 years old, the iconic hotel is known for its gracious
service, timeless elegance and the finest in exceptional hospitality.
As Milwaukee’s distinguished luxury hotel, The Pfister has created
many exceptional programs, including an internationally recognized
Artist-in-Residence
program now
in its 11th year, Pfister
“Narrator” program
that chronicles the daily life and spirt of the hotel, and its
cherished Afternoon
Tea,
featuring its very own Tea
Butler.
The Pfister is also home to the largest
Victorian art collection
of any hotel in the world. This is the third consecutive year the
property has been named a Top Hotel in the Midwest by Condé Nast
Traveler readers.
Top “Can’t Miss” Holiday Events at The Pfister Hotel:
All is Bright: The Annual Pfister Hotel Tree Lighting Ceremony– Friday, November 29, 2019 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. (official lighting at 5:30 p.m.)
- The annual tree lighting ceremony in the lobby of The Pfister Hotel is one of Milwaukee’s most beloved and anticipated traditions. Featuring an 18-foot, LED-lit holiday tree, the jolly event includes complimentary hot cocoa, tasty holiday treats, music, and more. Parents are invited to bring their cameras, as Santa and Mrs. Claus will be arriving at 5:20 p.m. on a Milwaukee Fire Department fire truck to greet guests and pose for photos. Guests are encouraged to write letters to Santa and drop them in Santa’s special mailbox, which he will take back with him to the North Pole. The tree lighting ceremony will take place promptly at 5:30 p.m.; the other activities continue until 6:30 p.m. To support those in need during the holiday season, The Pfister Hotel will collect non-perishable food items for Hunger Task Force, and encourages guests to bring donation items. This event is free and open to the public. Enjoy complimentary parking with any purchase.
-
Pfister
Holiday Marketplace–
Saturday
and Sunday, December 14 and 15, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Experience and enjoy the majestic holiday ambiance of The Pfister Hotel Lobby while shopping for gifts created by over 60 local artists and vendors. Curated by the talented Renee Bebaeu, The Pfister Holiday Marketplace is the ideal place to find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list, all while taking in the sights and sounds of local art and music. Located in The Pfister Lobby, entry into the marketplace is free.
-
Breakfast
With Santa–
Saturdays
and Sundays, December 7, 8, 14, 15
and 21,
22, 2019
| Two times available each day, from
8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.,
as well as 11:30
a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Back by popular demand, The Pfister Breakfast Buffet with Santa is a holiday tradition that creates lifelong memories for the entire family. Guests have the opportunity to share a festive breakfast spread with Santa and his elves in the festive Pfister ballroom. In addition to photos with Santa, which are highly encouraged, each child will receive a special gift and will be able to make crafts while penning a hand-written letter to Santa. Smaller seating groups for each date will ensure that everyone has an exceptional experience. For reservations call 877.704.5340 or 414.935.5950. Pricing: $49 Adults, $29 Children 3-10 years-old, 2 and under free (tax and gratuity are not included). Credit card guarantee required. 48-hour cancellation notice required or full amount is charged.
To learn more about these Pfister holiday events, visit: https://www.thepfisterhotel.com/events
More Holiday Experiences at The Pfister
Afternoon
Tea at The Pfister
Friday
through Sunday Weekly until May 3, 2020 | Seating available at 12:30
p.m., 1:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., or 2:00 p.m.As
winter rolls in, cozy up with tea at The Pfister’s beloved 23rd
floor lounge, Blu.
Guests will enjoy a spectacular view of the city and tableside tea
blending, presented in all-silver service by the one and only
Pfister Tea Butler.
Enjoy learning about each tea’s origin, unique flavors, effects on
mood and health, as well as blending options and perfect pairings.
House-made traditional sandwiches and pastries are also served.
Afternoon
Tea at The Pfister sells
out quickly, so make your reservation today. For
reservations, call 414.935.5950 or email
CustomerCare@marcushotels.com.
Reservations
and credit card guarantee required. 48-hour cancellation notice
required or full amount is charged.
Thanksgiving Bountiful Brunch at The Pfister Thursday, November 28, 2019 | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Dine in the breathtaking atmosphere of the Pfister Grand Ballroom, the perfect setting for your family’s elegant and cheerful Thanksgiving celebration. Indulge in an array of fresh seafood on sculpted ice, a harvest of fresh salads and starters, an Artisan Wisconsin cheese station, freshly baked treats from the Grand Pastry table and chefs preparing organic eggs, pastas and succulently carved meats on site, not to mention all the traditional trimmings. Guests can extend the holiday experience with an overnight stay on Wednesday, November 27 or Thursday, November 28 for a special rate of $109 per night plus tax with the purchase of brunch. For reservations, call 877.704.5340 or 414.935.5950. Pricing: $69 Adults, $27 Children 3-10 years-old, 2 and under free (tax and gratuity are not included). Credit card guarantee required. 48-hour cancellation notice required or full amount is charged.
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