Nauticus’ WinterFest on the Wisconsin returns to the Downtown Norfolk waterfront this holiday season with new, uniquely themed light zones, below deck tours, live music and entertainment, a never-before-seen Santa Experience, and a new restaurant inside the Battleship Wisconsin’s historic wardroom.

See more than 650,000 lights, live entertainment, holiday beverages and food, holiday gift market and each Saturday at 6 p.m. is a lighted boat parade. Fridays through Sundays Santa visits from the North Pole*.

Tickets on sale now.

Prices vary, from $7/child to $14.50 adult (depending upon night visiting).
Timed tickets are required.

*The Santa Experience is an additional $5 requested donation per person

Support for WinterFest on the Wisconsin directly benefits the Nauticus Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Funding provides interpretation and restoration of the Battleship Wisconsin, and allows Nauticus to open new onboard spaces and experiential learning opportunities for students, families and visitors.