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Holidays in Cambridge are full of local arts, community spirit, and festive cheer

Cambridge is starting the holidays now with tons of shop local opportunities, celebrations, community events, local art exhibits, and charitable fundraisers that embody the spirit of the season. Come explore our charm and make magical holiday memories!

Dec 16 • 5pm | Beer & Christmas Carols

Dec 16 • 5pm | Beer & Christmas Carols

All are welcome to join us for an evening of Beer and Christmas Carols on Tuesday December 16th. Doors open at 5pm and Caroling will commence ~6:30pm. A great evening of fellowship awaits!

Dec 20-21 | Seasonal Showroom Open

Dec 20-21 | Seasonal Showroom Open

Bellagoat Farms seasonal showroom open Saturdays 10-4 and Sundays 11-3 until Christmas. Tons of fun decor to choose from, find Fall, Christmas, or early shopping for Spring! Buy for yourself or gifts for the holidays.

Dec 31 • 4pm | New Year's Eve Dinner

Dec 31 • 4pm | New Year's Eve Dinner

Spend New Years with us! We're hosting a 3-course meal at our Cambridge Winery and Events Center located in Cambridge, WI! You'll receive a complimentary glass of Badger Bubbly when with your meal.

Dec 31 • 6pm | New Year's Eve Celebration

Dec 31 • 6pm | New Year's Eve Celebration

Join us for an intimate New Year’s Eve Celebration at the Cambridge Taphouse. Heavy appetizers including: spiral ham, sliced beef, shrimp cocktails, fine cheeses, fruits & vegetables, Cambridge & Co. Confectionary chocolates, Sweet Scoops a’la Mode cheesecake and more… Champagne Toast!

PAST Nov 26-29 | Black Wednesday Whiskey Deals

PAST Nov 26-29 | Black Wednesday Whiskey Deals

Kick off the holiday weekend by visiting the Dancing Goat Tasting Room from Weds, Nov 26 - Sat, Nov 29 to save $15 on the Black Wednesday Whiskey Bundle, featuring a special four-bottle collection of their exclusive Limousin Rye.

PAST Nov 26 • 9-11:59pm | Thanksgiving Eve

PAST Nov 26 • 9-11:59pm | Thanksgiving Eve

Join the fun at Lake Ripley Lanes this Black Wednesday, the night before Thanksgiving, as DJ DP spins the tunes for a highly anticipated pre-holiday party.

PAST Nov 29 • 7am-3pm | Sip & Shop

PAST Nov 29 • 7am-3pm | Sip & Shop

Enjoy a full-day holiday experience at Cambridge Market featuring over 125 local makers, complimentary wine and cheese pairings, a Letters to Santa station for kids, and special book-themed activities at Mustard Seed Books.

PAST Nov 29 • 10am-4pm | Avid Gardener

PAST Nov 29 • 10am-4pm | Avid Gardener

Shop Small Give Big event.... Bring a non perishable food item when you stop in and all donations will be given to the Cambridge Food Pantry & Resource Center.

PAST Nov 29 • 10am-2pm | Small Business Saturday at SLA

PAST Nov 29 • 10am-2pm | Small Business Saturday at SLA

Join us at Stephanie Locchetta Art for a cozy drop-in event. Create, connect, and explore meaningful gifts that make a difference for yourself or someone you love.

PAST Dec 4 • 6-9pm | Holiday Craft Market

PAST Dec 4 • 6-9pm | Holiday Craft Market

Join us at Lake Ripley Lanes for our holiday craft market! Grab a drink and get some of your gifts from your favorite local vendors. Shop small this holiday season! For each item purchase you will get a ticket into our raffle basket.

PAST Dec 5 • 4pm | Cookie Walk

PAST Dec 5 • 4pm | Cookie Walk

Stroll through downtown businesses collecting a tin full of unique, freshly baked cookies and holiday treats, a wonderful tradition that also supports a good cause.

PAST Dec 5 • 4-7pm | Soup Flight Night

PAST Dec 5 • 4-7pm | Soup Flight Night

Warm up your evening by savoring a special flight of gourmet soups and enjoying a cozy, community dining experience at the Cambridge Market.

PAST Dec 5 • 4:30-6:30pm | Buddy's Brat Bubble

PAST Dec 5 • 4:30-6:30pm | Buddy's Brat Bubble

Going to the tree lighting in Veteran's Park? Don't go hungry! Stop by Buddy's Brat Bubble for a brat or hotdog and other goodies. All donations benefit the Cambridge Food Pantry & Resource Center.

PAST Dec 5 • 6pm | Tree Lighting

PAST Dec 5 • 6pm | Tree Lighting

Gather at Veterans Park with the community for the official countdown to light the holiday tree, officially kicking off the festive season in Cambridge.

PAST Dec 5 • 6-8pm | 1st Friday Reception

PAST Dec 5 • 6-8pm | 1st Friday Reception

Featuring David Williams, the Art Hub's 1st Friday reception celebrates a new monthly exhibit with art, conversation, refreshments, and a chance to mix with Cambridge's vibrant art community and kick off holiday shopping.

PAST Dec 5-7 | Art Hub Holiday Weekend

PAST Dec 5-7 | Art Hub Holiday Weekend

FRIDAY DEC 5TH: First Friday Artist Opening Reception featuring David Williams SATURDAY, DEC 6TH: Clay Deck Yer Tree! AND Clay Cookie Cutter Ornaments ARE back! SUNDAY, DEC 7TH: Youth Art Market!

PAST Dec 6 • 10am-2pm | Stephanie Locchetta Art Open House

PAST Dec 6 • 10am-2pm | Stephanie Locchetta Art Open House

Step inside a local creative space, meet the artist, and get a behind-the-scenes look at where the village's beautiful art is made, offering a unique shopping experience.

PAST Dec 6 • 10am-4pm | Cambridge Christmas @ Galleria 214

PAST Dec 6 • 10am-4pm | Cambridge Christmas @ Galleria 214

Check link for timing; the fun includes: • Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus • Yuletide Ukes performing ukulele holiday songs • DIY Holiday Letter Art Workshop • Stocking Stuffer Market - gifts under $25 • Holiday Shopping Poker Game • CHS Volleyball team bake sale • Details Boutique: Red Envelope Sweepstakes kick-off • Revive Salt Room & Spa: Mocktail Toast • Cambridge & Co. Confectionary: Kids mix candy bags. • Marigold Room: Christmas Pajama Party - come in your holiday PJs to get free treat

PAST Dec 6 • 10am-4pm | Shopping Poker

PAST Dec 6 • 10am-4pm | Shopping Poker

Galleria 214 is celebrating Small Business Saturday with a "Shop Small, Play Poker" event where customers earn playing cards with every purchase at their six businesses to form the best poker hand for a chance to win a Grand Prize Gift Basket.

PAST Dec 6 • 11am-2pm | Carriage Rides

PAST Dec 6 • 11am-2pm | Carriage Rides

Glide through the charming streets of downtown Cambridge with a magical, classic horse-drawn carriage ride, perfect for a cozy holiday outing. Pick up at the corner of West Main and Water Streets.

PAST Dec 6 • 12-2pm | Classical Guitarist

PAST Dec 6 • 12-2pm | Classical Guitarist

Take a relaxing midday break and enjoy the soothing sounds of classical guitarist Nik Gonzalez in the cozy, inspiring setting of Mustard Seed Books.

PAST Dec 6 • 4pm-? | Winter Mixer

PAST Dec 6 • 4pm-? | Winter Mixer

Join the village's holiday party featuring great food, an ugly holiday sweater contest, DJ dancing, and high-energy live music by The Wild Heathens, all supporting the Cambridge Food Pantry and Resource Center.

PAST Dec 7 • 8am-12pm | Breakfast w/ Santa

PAST Dec 7 • 8am-12pm | Breakfast w/ Santa

Treat the whole family to a hearty breakfast, holiday crafts, music, and a special photo opportunity with Santa, with all proceeds benefiting local children's Christmas gifts.

PAST Dec 7 • 11am-3pm | Youth Art Market

PAST Dec 7 • 11am-3pm | Youth Art Market

Support the next generation of local creators by shopping at Art Hub for unique, handmade gifts and crafts made directly by talented young artists from the community.

PAST Nov 29-Dec 12 | Holiday Art in the Village

PAST Nov 29-Dec 12 | Holiday Art in the Village

The Art Hub's "Holiday Art in the Village" transforms the town into a festive gallery by featuring unique, artist-decorated wooden ornaments displayed in local storefront windows throughout Cambridge.

PAST Dec 13 • 10am-3pm | 4H Bake Sale

PAST Dec 13 • 10am-3pm | 4H Bake Sale

The Lake Ripley 4-H Bake Sale will take place on December 13th from 10 AM to 3 PM at Galleria 214 in Cambridge (214 W Main), with a portion of all sales benefiting the Cambridge Food Pantry.

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