Give the gift of Harley-Davidson

A new exhibit, Breakfast with Santa, the return of Marquette Thursdays plus sleigh loads of gift-giving inspiration can all be found on the Harley-Davidson Museum campus this month.

MILWAUKEE, USA (December 3, 2024) – The holiday season is upon us, and the elves at the Harley-Davidson Shop at the H-D Museum have been hard at work stocking the shelves with goodies for the Harley-Davidson lover in your life. Gifts for him, for her, for the kids and even for your four-legged bestie can be found just a little south of the North Pole at the crossroads of 6^th & Canal. The H-D Museum’s Annual Pass is a terrific option for the curiosity seeker in your life, with individual, family and VIP options. It’s a fantastic way to fully enjoy our programs and exhibits, including the all-new photography showcase, “Ezy Ryders: History & Tradition, Heart & Soul”, which just opened in November.

And one of Milwaukee’s favorite traditions makes its return to Rumble, just above MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant this month. Breakfast with Santa will provide one of the cutest photo ops in the city as jolly old St. Nick rolls onto campus to bring smiles to all the little girls and boys. Check out the delicious brunch buffet, pen a letter to Santa, decorate holiday cookies, check out the classic movies and so much more as the H-D Museum turns into a hub of holiday fun. After breakfast, pop over to the H-D Museum as kids tickets for Breakfast with Santa include free admission to the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum.

Another seasonal favorite makes its triumphant return when Marquette Thursdays comes back to MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant on the Harley-Davidson Museum campus on Dec. 5. Hear from Marquette coaches and players on select Thursdays through March as the Golden Eagles look to bring home more hardware in 2025.

Finally, the H-D Museum’s largest-ever Factory Outlet Sale will arrive on campus Dec. 26 – 28. If you don’t get everything on your wish list this year, you can still score incredible deals as you ride into the new year. Find the gear you need as we countdown the days to riding season.

Don’t forget that the H-D Museum is a great experience for visiting friends and family. Named one of Milwaukee’s top attractions, the H-D Museum tells the story of a legendary global brand that began in a backyard shed in Milwaukee in 1903.

Please take note of holiday and seasonal hours:
Christmas Eve: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Christmas Day: Closed

Please also note that aside from MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant (which will remain open seven days a week) and private events hosted by 1903® Events, the H-D Museum™ campus will be closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in January and February of 2025.

PROGRAMMING / EVENTS
Marquette Thursdays at MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant with Shaka Smart, select Thursdays, 6 – 7 p.m., Dec. 5 – March 6
MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant on the Harley-Davidson Museum campus is the place to be to experience Marquette Thursdays, a radio program dedicated to the latest news surrounding the athletics programs, beginning at 6 p.m. CT on Thursday, Dec. 5.  Along with coverage on ESPN Milwaukee, the show is also available live on Facebook and YouTube

. The hour-long program is hosted by ESPN’s Jen Lada and features appearances by Marquette men’s basketball coaches and players on select Thursdays throughout the basketball season.

Breakfast with Santa, Dec. 8 & 15, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Bring the family to Breakfast with Santa on December 8 or 15, this year taking place in Rumble above MOTOR Bar & Restaurant. Enjoy a full holiday experience including a delicious brunch buffet in Rumble, letter writing to Santa, cookie decorating, holiday movies and, of course, photos with our guest from the North Pole! Tickets available on OpenTable and kids receive free admission with the purchase of one adult ticket to the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum.

H-D® Factory Outlet Sale,* Thursday, Dec. 26 – Saturday, Dec. 28
Even if Santa didn’t bring you everything on your wish list, the H-D Museum has you covered with the largest-ever H-D® Factory Outlet Sale. Snag unbeatable deals on Harley-Davidson® merchandise and gear from Thursday through Saturday. The sale is conveniently located on the second level in Rumble, and ample parking is available. Don’t miss out on this chance to plus-up your new wardrobe for the new year!

*Valid only for onsite use in the H-D® Factory Outlet at the H-D Museum on purchase of select, discontinued men’s and women’s Harley-Davidson® Motor-Clothes® merchandise and select official licensed products. Not valid for online purchases; not valid in the Harley-Davidson® Shop at the H-D Museum. Prices as marked in the H-D® Factory Outlet. Sale prices valid from Dec. 26, 2024 – Dec. 28, 2024. While supplies last. Offer not valid on previously purchased merchandise. Cannot be combined with any other offer, discount or promotion. Offer is subject to change without notice. Void where prohibited or restricted by law.

Factory Tours
Harley-Davidson Factory Tours in Wisconsin are back and better than ever! Guests are invited to “Walk the Line” and enjoy an all-new guided tour of the Powertrain Operations factory in Menomonee Falls. This tour takes place on the actual factory floor where the heart of a Harley-Davidson is crafted. The sights and sounds of the manufacturing of H-D® engines and transmissions is an experience like no other. This is a walking tour lasting about one hour. Safety googles and vests are provided. Fully enclosed walking shoes are required (1-inch heels max). Our highly rated ‘Engines 101” Class is also back in session! Factory Tours and Engines 101 Classes are now offered Monday through Friday (excluding major holidays). Visit our website for tour dates and times and to purchase tour tickets. Private tours and group reservations are also available; please call 262-502-8239 or reach out to us at groups@h-dmuseum.com for more information. Advance reservations are required. Visit the Harley-Davidson Museum Web Store to make yours.

MUST-SEE EXHIBITS AND INSTALLATIONS
“Ezy Ryders: History & Tradition, Heart & Soul” (now open)
Come along for a ride with photographer Cate Dingley as she brings her lens to the community of Black riders found throughout New York City in the early 21^st Century. Dingley spent five years embedded with motorcyclists from all walks of life in NYC to uncover the common bond they shared over a life on two wheels. Her hard work would live on as a book, titled after the Jimi Hendrix tune, “Ezy Ryder.” Some folks come from longstanding motorcycling families, others only recently discovered how riding can change a life or a club. Dingley’s photographs are paired with commentary in the riders’ own voices about what riding means to them and provides an intimate look at the passion found in the saddle of a motorcycle.

“Creating a Legend: Art & Engineering at Harley-Davidson” (now open)
At Harley-Davidson, design and engineering work together to create machines with big emotional impact. Functional improvements fuel changes in look and feel, yet visual or market desires also shape operating innovations. The process of how ideas move from concept to prototype, and production involves a lot of people and many kinds of materials. From pencil and paper to CAD, clay, and 3-D printing, see how Harley-Davidson design and engineering teams have envisioned iconic products for over 120 years. You can also take the opportunity to create your own masterpiece with sketch paper and hang your artwork in the H-D Museum.

Harley-Davidson® Shop
Take the stress out of gift giving with unique presents found at the H-D Shop and Harley-Davidson Factory Outlet. Naughty or nice, there’s something for everyone to be found at the H-D Museum. Stocking stuffers like stylized ornaments and retro-inspired HOG piggy banks or H-D Originals Reissued sweaters and jackets are gifts that never go out of style.

MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant
December Food Specials
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at MOTOR Bar & Restaurant. Get into the spirit of the season with these festive dishes from Chef Doug Stringer.

Spicy Figgy-Citrus Glazed Wing
Seasoned house-smoked chicken wings fried crispy and tossed in a fig and blood orange glaze with a hint of habanero. Served with carrot and celery sticks. Choice of ranch or bleu cheese dip.

Cheesy Brussels Dip Wreath
Creamy Brussels sprout, leek & parmesan dip served in a wreath of toasted pizza dough brushed with herb oil.

Christmas Soup
Hot polish sausage, kale, red potato, kidney beans in a rich and savory broth.

Holiday Turkey Burger
Hand-formed turkey burger packed with herbs and cheese, roasted garlic brie, Balsamic cranberry & onion relish, and spinach on a Breadsmiths Swiss & rosemary potato bun. Served with maple bourbon spiced sweet potato tots. Chocolate Covered Candy Cane Cheesecake
Creamy candy cane cheesecake on a crushed Oreo crust with chocolate sauce and candy cane dust.

1903 Events
Book your holiday event at the H-D Museum campus. It’s hard to believe the holiday and winter season are already upon us. At 1903 Events, the team is starting to prepare for all of the fabulous events taking place at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Our many available spaces are the perfect backdrop for your event and 1903 Events would love to help you get your event in motion. Enjoy some of the unique food and beverage offerings found on the new Holiday menu. Contact the sale team today: https://www.1903events.com/contact

Save the Dates:
Monster Jam / Milwaukee Public Schools Mitten Drive, Jan. 9
Milwaukee Museum Days, Jan. 23 – Feb. 2
Official Mama Tried Pre-Party, Feb. 20
H-D Homecoming™ festival, July 10 – 13, 2025

About the Harley-Davidson Museum
Discover culture and history through stories and interactive exhibits that celebrate expression, camaraderie, and love for the sport at the Harley-Davidson Museum. A visit to the H-D Museum is an experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. With an unrivaled collection of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles and memorabilia, a 20-acre, park-like campus, and a calendar full of activities, the H-D Museum is one of Milwaukee’s top tourist destinations for visitors from around the globe. Make your plans to visit the Harley-Davidson Museum at H-DMuseum.com.