By Molly Snyder Senior Writer Published Nov 01, 2024 at 1:09 PM

The Griswold Family Christmas Tree Company will open its brand-new Christmas tree lot, located at Ope! Brewing, 6751 W. National Ave., in West Allis.

The lot will be open daily from Black Friday through Monday, Dec. 23, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends.

Griswold Family Christmas Tree Company will feature:

  • A selection of locally sourced and sustainably grown trees and handmade wreaths.

  • Tree delivery services.

  • Weekend holiday markets featuring a selection of local gift providers.

  • Candles, Griswold themed apparel, and more.

  • Plus: hot winter beverages from Ope! In their state-of-the-art, dog-friendly facility.

“We wanted to create a space where people can not only find their perfect Christmas tree but also get something for everyone on their list,” said Drew Griswold, founder of Griswold Family Christmas Tree Company. “Ope! has one of the most incredible patios in the Milwaukee area, and we’re thrilled to be able to utilize the space in the winter months and make our own little sarcastic winter wonderland.” 

More info is available here: griswoldtrees.com.


Molly Snyder started writing and publishing her work at the age 10, when her community newspaper printed her poem, "The Unicorn.” Since then, she's expanded beyond the subject of mythical creatures and written in many different mediums but, nearest and dearest to her heart, thousands of articles for OnMilwaukee.

Molly is a regular contributor to FOX6 News and numerous radio stations as well as the co-host of "Dandelions: A Podcast For Women.” She's received five Milwaukee Press Club Awards, served as the Pfister Narrator and is the Wisconsin State Fair’s Celebrity Cream Puff Eating Champion of 2019.