What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (Dec. 22–29)

"My trail cam caught me walking after a snow fall in northern Wisconsin." (Courtesy of Scott H.)

By Ellie Bourdo

December 22, 2025

Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter. If you want to see the Badger State Buzz as soon as it drops each week, make sure you’re subscribed. And if you’d like your photo featured, like reader Scott H. in northern Wisconsin, capturing the beautiful snow from his trail cam, just reply to any newsletter with your submission.

Now, onto your Badger State Buzz:

Lindsey Stirling – The Snow Waltz Tour, Eau Claire (Dec. 22)

Lindsey Stirling’s holiday tour will stop at the Sonnentag Complex for a festive performance, featuring Christmas classics, violin, contemporary dance, and visuals.

Christmas Anything Trivia, Sun Prairie (Dec. 23)

WineStyles in Sun Prairie will host a festive Christmas trivia, where you can test your knowledge of holiday movies, music, and seasonal traditions.

Christmas Eve Pajama Night Drive-Through, St Croix Falls (Dec. 24)

Dress in your favorite pajamas and enjoy a festive 1-mile drive-through, filled with holiday lights and decor. There will also be an artisan and vendor fair, food trucks, and sledding.

Kwanzaa Opening Ceremonies, Milwaukee (Dec. 26)

The week-long celebration of African American culture and heritage will begin with Milwaukee’s opening night Kwanzaa ceremony, hosted by the Wisconsin Black Historical Society.

Winter Paintball Game, River Falls (Dec. 27)

Players of all skill levels are welcome to participate in the winter paintball game at Vintage Paintball Park. The event is perfect for solo players or small groups.

That concludes this week’s Buzz. Whether you explore one of these events or capture a winter scene worth sharing, reply to any of our daily newsletters with a photo. We’re always glad to see Wisconsin through your eyes.

Author

Ellie Bourdo

Ellie Bourdo is UpNorthNews’ newsletter editor. A Wisconsin native, she was born and raised in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with degrees in journalism and Spanish. In her free time, Ellie enjoys spending time with family and friends on the lake or at the ski hill. Have a story tip? Reach Ellie at [email protected]. For local reporting in Wisconsin that connects the dots, from policy to people, sign up for UpNorthNews’ "news of the day” email newsletter.

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