Winter Wonderland at The Waterfront Cargill Room

332 Front Street South, La Crosse, WI 54601

Celebrate the season at our Annual Winter Wonderland Brunch on Sunday, December 7th, in the festive Waterfront Cargill Room! We will, once again, be offering two seating times to give guests more opportunities to enjoy the fun. Choose between our morning seating from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM or our midday seating from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, and be sure to purchase tickets for the seating you would like to attend.

Guests will enjoy a delicious brunch, festive holiday atmosphere, and the chance to visit with Santa Claus - perfect for capturing those memorable holiday photos taken by professional photographer, Bekkky Murphy, of Ladybug Photography.

**Please remember that seating is organized in tables of 10. If you would like to sit together with family or friends, all tickets must be purchased on the same single order to ensure table placement.

Tickets are limited, and this beloved event is expected to sell out quickly, so don’t wait - reserve your spot today and join us for an unforgettable Winter Wonderland experience!

Date:  Sunday, December 7th

First Seating Time:  8:30am - 10:30am 

Second Seating Time:  11:30am - 1:30pm 

Pricing:  Adults: $38  |  Children (5-12): $16  |  Children (4 and Under): Free*

*children under 4-years are no cost, but please reserve a $0.00 ticket for each child under 4 in your party so we can account for a seat for them.

Want to request to sit with your friends or other family members? Please purchase tickets on the same order so that we can ensure that your parties sit together!  Tables are made up of 10 seats (the maximum amount of tickets on one order).

No tickets will be mailed, simply present the name the tickets were purchased under and confirmation to check-in on the day of the event at The Cargill Room.   Tickets are non-refundable.

FAQ's | KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?

As a reminder, there are two seatings for this event. Doors will open promptly at the start of each seating time.

Seating #1: 8:30am - 10:30am

Seating #2: 11:30am - 1:30pm

HOW LONG CAN I STAY?

Each seating has a dedicated time slot. We will be promptly asking guests to leave at the end of each session to prepare for the next group. Please be mindful of the ends times of each seatings so we can ensure a smooth transition between groups.

The first seating ends at 10:30 AM | The second seating ends at 1:30 PM

CAN I CHOOSE MY SEATING?

Seats will be pre-assigned for you, within each time slot, and you will be notified of your table number upon check-in for the event. Guests who purchased tickets together, in the same orders, will be seated together. We do our best to accommodate any requests that have been previously communicated.

WILL I BE SEATED WITH OTHER GUESTS?

Yes, due to the nature of the event, you may be seated with other individuals at your table. Please only occupy the number of seats that correspond to the number of tickets you purchased. We kindly ask that you do not place personal items (such as hats, bags, or coats) on open seats in order to keep the space available for others. We appreciate your cooperation!

CAN I BRING UNREGISTERED GUESTS TO THE EVENT?

Unfortunately, tickets will not be available for purchase at the door, as Winter Wonderland is a highly anticipated event and is expected to reach full capacity for both seatings.

WHERE DO I ENTER?

The event is taking place in The Cargill Room, located at 332 Front Street. Please enter through the main doors of The Cargill Room. Look out for signage or event staff who will guide you!

WHERE DO GUESTS PARK FOR THE EVENT?

Parking is available in The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern private lot located on the north side of the restaurant building on Front Street. Additional parking is available in the private ramp on the corner of Jay and Front Street.

CAN I COME EARLY TO CHECK IN?

Registration opens 10 minutes prior to the start of each seating. Kids crafts and photos with Santa will begin at the start times of each seating but not before.

IS THE CARGILL ROOM HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE?

Yes, there are ramps into the building of The Cargill Room and handicap accessible restrooms.

WHAT IS ON THE BRUNCH MENU AND DO YOU HAVE GLUTEN-FREE OPTIONS?

Menu items feature traditional brunch items, including eggs, breakfast meats/carving stations, breakfast potatoes, omelet stations, yogurt parfaits, and assorted bread/desserts. Beverage stations include water, coffee, hot chocolate, and orange juice. Cash bar is available with Bloody Mary's and mimosas. Gluten-free options are available.

 WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?

There is not a specific dress code for this event. We encourage you to embrace the festive theme! Feel free to wear cozy winter attire, and don't forget your holiday spirit. Remember, this is a family-friendly event and there will be an opportunity to have photos taken with Santa by professional photographer, Bekky Murphy, from Ladybug Photography, which is included in the price of your ticket!

ARE THERE ADDITIONAL KIDS ACTIVITIES THIS YEAR?

Absolutely! In addition to our festive brunch, we’ll have kids' crafts and activities available. It’s the perfect way to keep little ones entertained while the adults enjoy their meal!