11/26/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/26/2024 16:52
Rekindle old traditions or create new holiday memories with joyful experiences at
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel and The Pfister Hotel
Featuring festive décor and kitchens prepped for seasonal feasts, Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel and The Pfister Hotel offer a wide variety of special experiences sure to put any visitor in the holiday spirit. Guests and locals alike are invited to embrace the charm of Milwaukee's most cherished holiday traditions, including The Pfister Hotel's annual tree lighting ceremony, Saint Kate's Holiday Marketplace, Breakfast with Santa, New Year's Eve at Blu, and so much more.
Indulge in Abundant Feasts
Thursday, November 28 | 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Take in the breathtaking atmosphere of The Pfister Hotel's newly renovated Grand Ballroom, the perfect backdrop for creating Thanksgiving memories. At The Pfister Hotel's Thanksgiving Brunch, there is much to be thankful for: an array of fresh seafood on sculpted ice, a harvest of fresh salads and starters, an Artisan Wisconsin cheese station, and a room full of chefs preparing eggs and succulent carved meats - plus all the traditional trimmings. Pricing: Adults: $95, Children 3 to 10 years: $35, 2 & under are free (tax and 24% gratuity added at booking). Visit Tock for reservations.
Thursday, November 28 | 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Enjoy Thanksgiving with loved ones at ARIA inside Saint Kate, featuring an elegant prix fixe menu. Guests will experience elevated Thanksgiving dishes such as a sausage and fennel stuffing, whipped sweet potatoes, herbed turkey, and pumpkin cheesecake. Pricing: Adults: $79, Children 3-10 years: $35, 2 & under are free. For reservations, visit OpenTable.com.
Thursday, November 28 | 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Kick off the holiday season with Mason Street Grill classics like wood-grilled steaks and seafood, in addition to a special prix fixe Thanksgiving menu featuring roasted turkey with all the trimmings or prime rib with herb whipped potatoes. Guests seeking a private space can feast in a private dining room and those who want to mingle can enjoy an unforgettable Thanksgiving meal at the chef's counter. Mason Street Grill can accommodate groups of many sizes. Pricing: $74 per person for the prix fixe Thanksgiving menu. For reservations, call 414-298-3131 or visit OpenTable .com.
Holiday Festivities to Make the Season Bright
Wednesdays - Sundays | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Enjoy a warm tableside tea service elegantly presented by a Pfister Tea Butler. Hosted in Blu on The Pfister Hotel's 23rd floor, guests can sip various tea blendings and savor delectable bites while taking in spectacular views of the city and Lake Michigan. Unlike any other experience, the Afternoon Tea allows guests to slow down and enjoy treasured time with loved ones this holiday season. For reservations, visit Tock.com or call 414-935-5950 or email [email protected].
Friday, November 29 | 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Guests are invited to The Pfister's signature holiday tradition as Santa himself lights the spectacular lobby tree. Holiday revelers can sip warm drinks and nibble on a treat to celebrate. To help those in need within the Milwaukee community, The Pfister team will be collecting non-perishable food items for Hunger Task Force. Guests can add a little extra cheer to the evening and head up to Blu after the tree lighting for some festive holiday cocktails. The annual tree lighting ceremony is free and open to the public. Enjoy complimentary parking with any purchase.
Saturday, November 30 & Sunday, December 1 | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Shop for those truly unique gifts throughout Saint Kate's ARC Theatre and Simone Ballroom. Saint Kate's Holiday Marketplace is the ideal place to find perfect gifts for friends and family, featuring the craftmanship of more than 60 local artists and vendors, all while taking in the sights and sounds of carefully curated local music and art. Pricing: The Holiday Marketplace is free to attend but guests can RSVP to mark their calendars and stay up-to-date on vendors.
Wednesday, December 4 | Dinner begins at 5 p.m.
Enjoy an extraordinary evening with an exclusive dinner in The Dark Room at Saint Kate before a special performance of A Christmas Carol at the Pabst Theater. The dinner will feature a menu specially curated by Executive Chef, Heskeith Flavien. In addition to the meal, the reservation includes a ticket to A Christmas Carol at 7 p.m. next door at the Pabst Theater, with seats located in the center orchestra section on the main floor. Pricing: $165 per person. For reservations, please visit Tock.com.
Saturday, December 14 & Sunday, Dec. 15 | 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., 1:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Saturday, December 21 & Sunday, December 22 | 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., 1:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Unleash your creativity at The Pfister Hotel's newest holiday experience - a Sugar & Spice Gingerbread Workshop. The Pfister's dedicated pastry team will provide pre-assembled houses and all the supplies - colorful candies, icing, and more - to help you craft your very own edible masterpiece. Tickets include two hours of gingerbread house decorating, festive hot beverages and snacks, and a box to safely transport your gingerbread house. Pricing: $55 per gingerbread house (accommodates up to a family of six). For reservations, please visit Tock.com.
Saturday, December 7 & Sunday, December 8
Saturday, December 14 & Sunday, December 15
Friday, December 20 & Saturday, December 21
Seatings between 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The Pfister Hotel's legendary Breakfast with Santa is a holiday tradition that creates lifelong memories. Guests can share a jolly breakfast experience with Santa and his elves in The Pfister's newly renovated Grand Ballroom. Chefs will be preparing fresh chocolate chip and blueberry pancakes with all the toppings, along with everyone's traditional buffet favorites. In addition to photos with Santa, which are highly encouraged, every child will receive a special gift and will be able to make crafts while composing a handwritten letter to Santa. Smaller seating groups for each date will ensure that everyone has an exceptional experience. Pricing: $78 Adults, $35 Children 3-10 years-old, Children 2 years-old and under are free (tax and 24% service charge will be added to all reservations). For reservations, visit Tock.com. Reservations are required with full pre-payment via credit card. Reservations are refundable if canceled 72 hours prior to the event.
Saturday, December 14 & Sunday, December 15
Seating Times: 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Start a new holiday tradition at Saint Kate's Brunch with Santa. Guests will have the opportunity to experience a plentiful brunch in Saint Kate's festive ballroom and visit with the jolly old man himself. The ballroom will host chefs griddling up waffles with all the trimmings, along with traditional buffet favorites. Kids will enjoy making crafts while writing their letters to Santa. Every child can also pose for a photo with Santa and take home a special gift. Pricing: $72 Adults, $35 Children 3-10 years-old, Children 2 years-old and under are free (tax and a 24% service charge will be added to all reservations). For reservations, visit Tock.com. Reservations are required with full pre-payment via credit card. Reservations are required with full pre-payment via credit card. 72-hour cancellation notice required, or full amount is charged.
Tuesday, December 24 | 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday, December 25 | 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Celebrate Christmas at Saint Kate's signature restaurant, ARIA. Enjoy festive offerings inspired by all the comforts of a home-cooked feast on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with a special prix fixe menu or select from the options on the regular menu. Pricing: $79 per person for the prix fixe Christmas menu. Reservations required. To make a reservation, please call 414.270.4422 or visit OpenTable.com.
Tuesday, December 24 | 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday, December 25 | 1 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Christmas festivities will feel complete with a celebratory meal at Mason Street Grill with wood-grilled classics and fresh seafood in addition to a special prix fixe Christmas menu featuring prime rib with herb whipped potatoes and pancetta brussels sprouts and a choice of dessert. Private dining rooms are also available for family gatherings, big or small. Pricing: $81 per guest for the holiday prix fixe menu. For reservations, please call (414) 298-3131 or visit OpenTable.
Wednesday, December 25 | 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
A relaxing and memorable Christmas brunch begins with a complimentary mimosa or bloody mary in The Pfister Hotel's newly renovated Grand Ballroom. Following cocktails is a spectacular buffet featuring a delicious assortment of fresh seafood, Wisconsin's finest cheeses, carved meats, omelets made to order, individually customized pastas, holiday salads and starters, a vast array of mouth-watering entrees, and decadent desserts loved by big and small elves alike. Pricing: $95 Adults, $35 Children 3-10 years-old, Children 2 years-old and under are free (tax and a 24% service charge will be added to all reservations). For reservations, visit Tock.com. Reservations are required with full pre-payment via credit card. Reservations are refundable if canceled 72 hours prior to the event.
Joyous Events to Toast the New Year
Tuesday, December 31 | Entertainment begins at 3 p.m.
Kick off the New Year celebration in style at the Bar at Saint Kate. Enjoy live musical entertainment, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. No reservations required.
Tuesday, December 31 | 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Ring in 2025 with a sparkling New Year's Eve dinner at ARIA. Enjoy a celebratory, specialty prix fixe menu for $145 per person or make your selections from the regular menu. For reservations, visit OpenTable.com.
Tuesday, December 31 | Dinner: 5 - 10 p.m. & Bar: 5 p.m. - 1 a.m.
With acquaintances old or new, Mason Street Grill is the place to be to ring in the New Year. Enjoy a special New Year's Eve prix fixe menu featuring south African lobster tails and decadent dessert options. Private dining rooms are also available for your special holiday gathering, from large to small groups. Pricing: for $125 per person for the prix fixe Menu. For reservations please call (414) 298-3131 or visit OpenTable.
Tuesday, December 31 | 7 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.
Ring in the New Year in style at Blu, The Pfister Hotel's iconic cocktail lounge on the 23rd floor. This year, guests can take advantage of flexible time slots from 7 p.m. - midnight, with live music setting the perfect mood for the festivities. Special packages include reserved tables, premium champagne, party favors, and a decadent dessert display crafted by the Pastry Chef. VIP packages offering stunning views of downtown Milwaukee and Lake Michigan are also available. Pricing: Packages range from $350 - $500. Contact [email protected] for reservations. Credit card guarantee required. 72-hour cancellation notice required, or full amount is charged.
Merry Packages and Amenities to Elevate Your Stay
Make your visit the merriest with the following holiday packages and amenities:
Guests can take in the holiday décor, enjoy the festivities, and experience all The Pfister Hotel has to offer when they book this limited time offer now and enjoy deluxe overnight accommodations, two holiday cocktails in iconic Lobby Lounge and a commemorative Pfister tree ornament.
Celebrate the New Year in style with luxury accommodations and a complimentary bottle of champagne to toast 2025. Parking is included.
Saint Kate will offer the perfect sparkle to any New Years stay with a complimentary bottle of bubbly sent straight to the guest's room. Cheers!
Saint Kate is also offering jolly amenities that can be included with any stay:
The Saint Kate staff will enhance any guest's stay over the holidays with festive décor, including a 4-foot flocked tree with colorful lights. Pricing: $50 per night, based on availability.
Guests can make their spirits bright with spiked hot cocoa for two sent right to their room in seasonal Saint Kate mugs, along with holiday cookies. Pricing: $50
After being surrounded by art, guests are invited to take home a masterpiece for their own Christmas tree with a one-of-a-kind handmade ornament from Saint Kate's Artist in Residence Megan Woodard Johnson. Pricing: $35
To learn more about Saint Kate's holiday events, visit: https://www.saintkatearts.com/holidays. To learn more about The Pfister Hotel's holiday events, visit: https://www.thepfisterhotel.com/pfister-holidays.
Shop Kate's Collection at Kate's Curiosities
Find the perfect Christmas gift from Kate's Curiosities carefully curated selection of artful gifts. From games and puzzles to Saint Kate's signature candle, there's something for everyone. Guests and visitors can purchase gifts from Kate's Curiosities in person in Saint Kate's lobby or online.
Give the Gift of Marcus Hotels & Resorts Holiday Gift Cards
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About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts owns and/or manages 16 hotels, resorts, and other properties in the U.S. The company's distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning. This includes unique food and beverage concepts, developed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, such as Mason Street Grill, ARIA Restaurant, Milwaukee ChopHouse, Miller Time® Pub & Grill and SafeHouse® Restaurant. For more information, please visit: http://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.