2026 travel trends: What will Americans do next year?

From hosting the World Cup to celebrating our 250th anniversary, Americans have lots to travel for in 2026. Here’s a look at some of the trips already trending for the new year.

History on display at Kwanzaafest
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We are celebrating the third day of Kwanzaa this morning. Brad Pruitt is back to share more about Kwanzaafest and America's Black Holocaust

What to see and do at Kwanzaafest
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Sunday is the third day of Kwanzaa, and everyone is invited to experience it and celebrate. Kimberly Eubanks is back at America's Black Holocaust Museum to tell us more about Kwanzaafest.

Kwanzaafest happening at America's Black Holocaust Museum

In collaboration with Papyrus & Charms, America's Black Holocaust Museum is hosting Kwanzaafest on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025.

Learning about Kwanzaafest
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We are celebrating the third day of Kwanzaa this Sunday morning. Kimberly Eubanks joined FOX6 WakeUp live from America's Black Holocaust Museum where Kwanzaafest is happening today.

Kwanzaafest
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Today (Sunday) is the third day of Kwanzaa - and everyone is invited to experience it and celebrate. Brad Pruitt joined FOX6 WakeUp live from America's Black Holocaust Museum to tell us about Kwanzaafest.

Santa's Pop-Up Arcade at The Ingleside Hotel, holiday family fun

The Ingleside Hotel in Pewaukee operates Country Christmas but also just opened Santa's Pop-Up Arcade with help from the Midwest Gaming Classic.

These carmakers had the most recalls in 2025

More than 24.4 million vehicles were recalled by the nation’s largest automakers in 2025. See if your car made the list.

New Year's Eve cocktails and mocktails, mixologist joins FOX6 WakeUp

As you ring in the new year, you will probably want to raise a glass for a toast. Mixologist Todtiana Thompson has some great cocktails and mocktails to try.

Playing pinball at the Ingleside Hotel arcade
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We are in the middle of Christmas Break, so how are you entertaining the kids? Jesse Wilder joins us live from the Ingleside Hotel with a look at some of the pinball machines in the arcade.

Arcade at the Ingleside Hotel
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Looking for something to shake up your kids' Christmas break? Jesse Wilder joins us live from the Ingleside Hotel with an activity that all ages will enjoy.

Springs Water Park
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It may be a little warm for December outside, but it's still too cold for swimming, unless you have an indoor water park! Ashley Slepawic joins us live once again from the Springs Water Park at the Ingleside Hotel with more.

Water Park fun at the Ingleside Hotel
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We are in the middle of Christmas break, so how are you entertaining the kids? Ashley Slepawic joins us live from the Springs Water Park at the Ingleside Hotel with more.

New study ranks the nation's top airports for traveler amenities, see the list

When it comes to flying, airports across the U.S. have a variety of shops, restaurants, and lounges for travelers to enjoy.  A new study ranked the top airports where fliers can enjoy a luxurious pre-flight experience.

Ford shatters decade-old recall record with 152 safety alerts issued this year alone across multiple models

Ford Motor Company logged far more recalls in 2025 than any other automaker, according to federal safety data, eclipsing a decade-old industry record and underscoring ongoing quality issues affecting millions of vehicles across multiple model lines.

2026: Things that happened 120 years ago

In 2026, the United States marks the 120-year anniversaries of several major events that shaped the nation’s history, innovation, and culture.

Here's when you can visit US national parks for free in 2026

The National Park Service has rolled out a new slate of free-admission days, giving travelers several chances throughout the year to explore iconic parks without paying an entrance fee.

Sausage recall: 2,000 pounds pulled after metal strip discovery

The Department of Agriculture has announced a recall of nearly one ton of Olympia Provisions’ holiday kielbasa after a consumer reported finding metal in the product.