PLan to Visit the Domes?
Sing in the holidays as Milwaukee’s Mitchell Park Domes presents “The Twelve Days of Christmas: A Playful Parody,” a whimsical celebration of the classic carol, reimagined with a botanical twist! From November 22, 2025, through January 4, 2026, visitors are invited to explore a joyful indoor wonderland where the beloved verses of “The 12 Days of Christmas” come to life through imaginative displays and lush floral artistry.
Guests will be enchanted as they wander through the Show Dome, where each “day” is brought to life in clever, humorous, and heartwarming ways. Hundreds of poinsettias in vibrant shades of red, pink and white fill the space with holiday warmth, while creative installations add a sense of playful parody to this cherished tune. Guests are encouraged to capture a festive photo in front of the show’s sparkling Holiday Tree, the perfect backdrop for seasonal memories.
“This year’s Holiday Show brings the magic of a timeless carol to life through plants, color, and creativity,” said Doris Maki, Horticultural Director at the Mitchell Park Domes. “Each display captures the fun and imagination of the season while surrounding guests with the warmth and wonder that make the holidays so special.”
A long standing Milwaukee tradition, the Domes Holiday Show draws thousands of visitors from across the region to experience the beauty and creativity of the season. The 2025 exhibit, The Twelve Days of Christmas: A Playful Parody, combines horticulture, art and humor for a festive experience that is sure to delight visitors of all ages. The season also includes a variety of live music performances on select days, adding to the joyful atmosphere.
What you need to know when you plan TO visit the domes:
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- Milwaukee County Residents:
- Adult: $8.00
- Junior (3-12), Senior (60+), Student, Military: $6.00
- Children (2 & under): Free
- Non-Residents:
- Adult, Senior (60+) : $9.00
- Junior (3-12), Student, Military: $6.00
- Children (2 & under): Free
- Milwaukee County Residents:
- Special Discount: Enjoy $5 admission for all on the last Thursday of every month, part of Milwaukee County’s discount days.
Visit the Domes during these 2025 Hours:
- Mondays through Fridays 9am to 5pm
- Saturdays and Sundays 9am to 4pm
- NOW OPEN ON TUESDAYS
- Last admission is 1 hour before closing time.
Visit the Domes during these 2025 Special Events:
- Join in for Free Sticker Wednesday every week to collect exclusive, limited-edition stickers that celebrate the unique themes of our exhibits, available while supplies last!
- Enjoy $5 admission for all guests on the last Thursday of each month, as part of Milwaukee County’s monthly Discount Days.
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And to reminisce from when we attended in January 2018 to the opening weekend of the Railroad to Wonderland, it was so warm (40 degrees) that waiting outside in line felt amazing. (It really did!) How often can you hang out outside in January with no winter jacket and feel the sun shining down on you?
But inside felt even better! We started with the Show Dome which was decked out for the winter train show. The theme was Railroad to Wonderland. My kiddos loved reading the chapters from Alice in Wonderland as we walked around the round room, decorated with all sorts of scenes from the classic tale. 
We moved on to the Desert Dome next, where of course we checked on my oldest’s favorite lizard. We grabbed a scavenger hunt sheet for this Dome and began our hunt, checking off the items down the list as we found them. Another great idea is playing I Spy with your kiddos throughout the Domes.
My personal favorite dome is the Tropical Dome as I am usually always cold. The thermometer said it was only 72 degrees in the room, but with the humidity so high, it felt like I had been transported to a tropical oasis, a rain forest far away from Milwaukee, WI. Plus, the plants and trees inside here are just gorgeous! My kiddos love to stop on the bridge and watch the Koi fish swimming back and forth. Back and forth.
If you are looking for some educational, gorgeous fun with the kids, we highly suggest a visit to the Mitchell Park Domes. They have many special events going on through the year. The hours of The Domes are Monday through Friday: 9:00 am until 5:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. For admission rates, please visit their website.
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- We allocated about an hour to explore and visit the Domes.
Madi took her little ones on a sunny, Friday morning in March and enjoyed the peacefulness of the Show Dome.
See some of our DOMES FUN!
