Legends & Lore

Select Friday & Saturdays
5:30 – 9:30 PM
Oct 10-11, 17-18, 24-25

They say the veil between our world and the next is weakest in places where old spirits still linger. Embark on an eerie journey to Old World Wisconsin this October, where supernatural stories, haunted tours, bone-chilling performances and spectral sights await during Halloween Legends & Lore.

This event is sponsored by Old World Foundation and WaterStone Bank.

Legends & Lore

Select Friday & Saturdays
5:30 – 9:30 PM
Oct 10-11, 17-18, 24-25

They say the veil between our world and the next is weakest in places where old spirits still linger. Embark on an eerie journey to Old World Wisconsin this October, where supernatural stories, haunted tours, bone-chilling performances and spectral sights await during Halloween Legends & Lore.

This event is sponsored by Old World Foundation and WaterStone Bank.

A young black girl with cute hair poms smiles excitedly as she's taught how to work with wood by a white woman in period clothing, as some children and a man look on with curiosity. OWW Summer 2022 Photoshoot

Travel Through Time and the Stories of
America’s Heartland

Experience the world of Wisconsin’s early immigrants at Old World Wisconsin.  Step into the daily lives of the people who called this world home as you help with chores and cooking, try your hand at crafts and trades, and play – yes, even the grown-ups! Lend a hand in the blacksmith shop, say hi to the farm animals, look at veggies in the gardens, dye and spin wool, knead bread, collect chicken eggs, try on wooden shoes, ride high-wheel tricycles, and sample tasty beer in the Brewhouse. This is where history comes alive! 

Wittnebel’s Tavern

From large breweries to corner bars, big labels to modern microbrews, beermaking is a huge part of Wisconsin’s culture and heritage.

The Reviews Are In!

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2025 Best of the Burbs’

Old World Wisconsin has been placed on the Best of the Burbs’ list by Milwaukee Magazine! Come see what all the fun is about!

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Kids Out and About

Thanks to your votes, Old World Wisconsin has been placed on the Top 20 Places to Take Kids list by Milwaukee Kids Out and About for the last 4 years!

What more could you want!?

“What more could you want!? I loved coming here as a kid and still enjoy it as an adult.
There’s animals, history, and nature.”

Kelly L.



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Aerial view of the new New Arrivals entrance to Old World Wisconsin

NEW ARRIVALS: A CAMPAIGN

CREATING AN IMMERSIVE WELCOME EXPERIENCE AT OLD WORLD WISCONSIN

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Experience the world of early immigrants at Old World Wisconsin, where history comes alive!

We see attending Legends & Lore in your future!!!
Two weekends left to experience the spooky fun at Old World Wisconsin!
Get your tickets soon... we predict selling out each night!
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2 hours ago
We see attending Legends & Lore in your future!!!
Two weekends left to experience the spooky fun at Old World Wisconsin!
Get your tickets soon... we predict selling out each night!

The Emporium of Oddities awaits your visit to Legends & Lore
Only 4 dates remain...
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10 hours ago

We are SOLD OUT for tonight's Legends and Lore event! We are so excited to see everyone to celebrate spooky season! Remember doors open at 3 pm for food, drinks, music and merchandise. Then at 5:30, the gates for Crossroads Village open!

Limited tickets are still available for the next two weekends, don't wait to get yours. Tickets available at bit.ly/4nQX4o8
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2 days ago
We are SOLD OUT for tonights Legends and Lore event! We are so excited to see everyone to celebrate spooky season! Remember doors open at 3 pm for food, drinks, music and merchandise. Then at 5:30, the gates for Crossroads Village open!

Limited tickets are still available for the next two weekends, dont wait to get yours. Tickets available at http://bit.ly/4nQX4o8

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Picture taken opening night (10/10). We had a great time!

What if we are not there by 5:30?

We had a super fun time!!!!!!!!!!!!

If anyone missed out on tickets? We have four tickets with me unfortunately we have other commitments and can't go anymore, would love to transfer them. Pls send me a friend request if you need them

Anyone still on the lookout for tickets? Pls like my post and PM I’ve got some to spare. Thanks

Ended up with 4 extra tickets and now the people I got them for look like they'll be dropping out. Have 4 (possibly 3) tickets for sale if anyone's interested message me

I booked few tickets already paid for. Any idea if I am able to request a refund or cancel? We are no longer able to go... If by any chance anyone would preferably love to grab them off me,like my post or send me a friend request

Just Incase anyone is looking out for tickets, I'm putting up mine for sale. Not looking for profit, just don't want them to waste, send me a DM.

Looking to pass on our tickets as we got mixed up in schedule, not really looking for anything above the original price just want my money back or a lil below face value, like and send me a message.

Looking for a buyer to see all my 4 tickets below the Face value if you're interested like my comment and privately massage me please ♥️♥️🥰

i've got tickets if anyone wants them or is it possible for refunds?

I’ve got 4 tix for sale Please Message me via email [email protected] thanks❤️

What a shame? We gonna miss out 😢 if you're interested in purchasing my tickets at a reasonable price, please message me.

We have 4 tickets available if you're interested DM me

Some friends are pulling out and we've already paid for the tickets. We don't want it to go to waste, so if any of you would like to pick them up from me, send me a message if you're interested.

To anyone who isn't a bot or a scammer, I got my family tickets available for sale, due to change of plans, like and DM if interested thanks..

End up with 4 extra tickets and now the people I bought them for look like they'll be dropping out because of work. Have 4 (possibly 3) tickets for sale if anyone's interested send me a message

If anyone is interested in purchasing tickets, let me know! I am selling 4 tickets at a discounted price (below what | originally paid) and can split them if necessary. Thank you! 😊

Desperately looking to sell off my tickets. Please like and message me for more info. If you're interested Ty 🙂

I wouldn’t like to get stuck with my 4x tickets as we can’t make it 💔😪anymore! You can message me if you’d like to get them. I’m also willing to negotiate!💕

Would anyone possibly need 1-4 tickets message me if you are interested please

Could anyone possibly be interested in my 4x tickets as we can't meet up anymore? 🥰🎫

Would love to know if anyone still needs tickets? I've got four extra due to a change of plans and I'm looking to sell them for less. Thanks 🥂

My husband bought some tickets not knowing I had bought some to avoid sold out ,now we ended up having four extra tickets. I can also sell them separately if anyone need 1 , 2, 3 for less than what he paid for them . Don’t want them wasted .

I have an extra ticket if anyone is still in need.

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