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Welcome to Wisconsin!

As Governor, it is my pleasure to welcome you tothe great state of Wisconsin. As the days getlonger and warmer, the fun heats up here inWisconsin. This guide highlights more than 500events that make the perfect starting point toplan a memorable spring or summer getaway.From music festivals to Native American pow-wows, art fairs to county fairs, historic re-enactments to food festivals, fishingtournaments to air shows, we’re confident you’llfind the ideal event to fit your vacation plans.

And regardless of where you choose to spendyour vacation in Wisconsin, our special brand ofwarm Midwestern hospitality is waiting for you.

Enjoy!

Scott WalkerGovernor

WelcomeContents1 County Locator Map2 April Events4 May Events7 June Events13 July Events19 August Events25 September Events32 Ongoing Events33 Changing Exhibits34 Theatre, Music & Dance38 Tourism Contacts

This publication was produced by theWisconsin Department of Tourism, Stephanie Klett, Secretary.

Published January, 2014

Wisconsin Department of Tourism201 W. Washington AvenueP.O. Box 8690Madison, WI 53707-8690608/266-2161800/432-8747www.travelwisconsin.com

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Encourage sustainability

To underscore the Wisconsin Departmentof Tourism’s continuing commitment tostronger recycling markets in Wisconsinand a healthier world, this publication isprinted on a paper stock with a 10% post-consumer recycled content. The paperused is Forest Stewardship Council,TM

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Adams, I-7Ashland, C-5Barron, E-2Bayfield, A-4Brown, I-11Buffalo, H-2Burnett, C-1Calumet, I-11Chippewa, F-4Clark, G-5Columbia, K-8Crawford, L-4

Dane, L-8Dodge, K-10Door, G-13Douglas, A-2Dunn, F-2Eau Claire, G-4Florence, C-10Fond du Lac, K-10Forest, D-9Grant, M-5Green, N-8Green Lake, J-9

Iowa, M-6Iron, B-6Jackson, I-5Jefferson, M-9Juneau, I-6Kenosha, N-11Kewaunee,H-12La Crosse, J-4Lafayette, N-6Langlade, E-9Lincoln, E-7Manitowoc, I-12

Marathon, F-7Marinette, D-11Marquette, J-8Menominee, F-10Milwaukee, L-12Monroe, J-5Oconto, F-10Oneida, D-7Outagamie, H-10Ozaukee, K-12Pepin, G-3Pierce, G-2

Polk, D-1Portage, H-8Price, D-6Racine, N-11Richland, L-6Rock, N-9Rusk, E-4St. Croix, F-1Sauk, K-7Sawyer, C-4Shawano, G-9Sheboygan, J-11

Taylor, F-5Trempealeau, I-3Vernon, K-4Vilas, C-7Walworth, N-10Washburn, C-3Washington, L-11Waukesha, M-11Waupaca, H-9Waushara, I-8Winnebago, I-10Wood, H-6

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APR 4-6 FRI-SUNAMERYSpring Home, Garden & Recreation Show:Annual show with exhibits about newhome construction and remodeling,financing, golf, new cars, furniture &appliances, water conditioning,electronics, greenhouses, real estate,boats, ATVs, and landscaping. AmeryHockey Arena. Fri 5-8pm, Sat 9am-3pm,Sun 11am-3pm. 715/268-8101.www.amerywi.us (Polk Co.)

MADISONField & Stream Deer & Turkey Expo: Expofor hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.Seminars, demonstrations, and manyexhibitors that have everything you needfor your hunting or outdoor adventureswill be available for this 3-day event.Alliant Energy Center. Fri 2-9pm; Sat9am-7pm; Sun 9am-4pm. 608/267-3976.www.deerinfo.com (Dane Co.)

RIVER FALLSRiver Falls Roots and Bluegrass MusicFestival: Enjoy national, regional and localBluegrass, Roots, and Cajun music atmultiple locations throughout historicMain Street. The Main Stage is at Junior’sBar & Restaurant, and the festivalincludes six to seven other free venueswithin walking distance. Ukele and banjoworkshops are also included free ofcharge. Cheer on your favorite artistduring the singer/songwriter competitionand flatpicking guitar championship.Downtown. Music begins at 5pm Friday &will continue until Sunday afternoon.715/425-2533.www.riverfallsbluegrass.com (Pierce Co.)

WEST ALLISWheel & Sprocket Bike Expo: Nation’slargest bike sale. Over 2,000 bikes andthousands of accessories on sale at thebest prices of the year. Seminars andexhibitors. Exposition Center at WisconsinState Fair Park. 414/529-6600.wheelandsprocket.com (Milwaukee Co.)

APR 5 SATPOYNETTEMaple Syrup Festival: Enjoy learning aboutthe MacKenzie Center’s sugar bush andhow Native Americans, pioneers andtoday’s volunteers make maple syrup.Enjoy a pancake breakfast, horse-drawn

wagon rides and more! Event is free.Concession stand, breakfast and rafflesavailable at added cost. MacKenzieEnvironmental Education Center. 8am-2pm. 608/635-8105.www.mackenziecenter.com (ColumbiaCo.)

SUPERIORGitchee Gumee Brew Fest: Sample morethan 125 beers from 35 craft brewersfrom Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan,Illinois and Iowa. Celtic music and beergames for your entertainment. UWSuperior - Wessman Arena. 4-8pm.715/392-2773. www.ggbrewfest.com(Douglas Co.)

TOMAHAnnual Tomah Antique Toy Farm Show -Old & New: Scale replicas of farm tractors& trucks, replicas of antique combines &threshers, plus any farm-relatedequipment, past or present. TomahRecreation Building. 9am-3pm; toyauction 4:30pm. 608/372-6907. (MonroeCo.)

APR 5-6 SAT-SUNONALASKASpring Gift and Craft Show: Annual eventwith over 140 booths featuring greathome and garden items. Free admission& free parking. Onalaska Omni Center.Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 10am-3pm. 608/781-9566. www.omnicenter.net (La CrosseCo.)

MINOCQUAOnly Fools Run At Midnight 5K & 10K: This5Krun/walk and 10K run offers a pre-racespaghetti feed, a costume contest, post-race refreshments and lots of family fun.Adults $30, 18 and under $20.Registration begins at 8pm Sat. LakelandUnion High School. 715/356-5266.www.minocquafoolsrun.com (Oneida Co.)

WEST ALLISRummage-A-Rama!: An indoor flea marketevent featuring antiques, collectibles, andhobby items from local dealers, overstockand closeouts from local businessowners, and rummage sales by everydaypeople. Exposition Center at WisconsinState Fair Park. Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 9am-3pm. 414/375-2024. www.rummage-a-rama.com (MilwaukeeCo.)

APR 9-12 WED-SATNEILLSVILLECentral Wisconsin Horse Sale: Wisconsin’slargest horse sale attracting buyers andsellers from across the US. Horses,mules, horse equipment, horse-drawnvehicles, and tack of all types offered forsale. Clark County Fairgrounds. 8:30am.715/238-8088.www.centralwihorsesale.net (Clark Co.)

APR 11-13 FRI-SUNBAILEYS HARBORBrown Trout Tournament: One of thepremier fishing contests on LakeMichigan. A $25 entry fee entitlesparticipants to an opportunity to wingenerous cash prizes for the top 60heaviest fish with a grand prize valued atover $1500 to be awarded to the anglerwith the biggest fish. 920/839-2366.www.baileysharbor.com (Door Co.)

MADISONMidwest Horse Fair: One of the top 3-dayhorse fairs in America. Whether you are ahorseless horse lover, new horse owner,or seasoned professional, there will besomething for everyone to enjoy. Non-horse owners, families and children canmeet the horses up close by touring thetwo pavilions. Hundreds of clinics,seminars and educational events areavailable throughout the weekend. AlliantEnergy Center. 920/623-5515.www.midwesthorsefair.com (Dane Co.)

STEVENS POINTTrivia - World’s Largest Annual TriviaContest: 54-hour trivia contest heard onWWSP 89.9FM, the UW-Stevens Pointcampus radio. Contest is open to thepublic. UWSP Communications Bldg. Fri6pm-Sun mid. 715/346-3755.www.90fmtrivia.org (Portage Co.)

WISCONSIN RAPIDSCentral Wisconsin Prairie ChickenFestival: Greater Prairie Chicken viewing,birding tours, children’s crafts, wildlifetalks and demonstrations, local vendors,nature art and literature, book sales, andmore. Throughout Central WisconsinGrasslands. 4:30am-3pm. 715/343-6215.prairiechickenfestival.org (Wood Co.)

APR 12 SATBLACK RIVER FALLSWWIS Home Show: Showcases productsand services for the home includingcontractors, landscapers, real estateagents, products and suppliers fromthroughout west-central Wisconsin.Jackson County Fair Park. 8am-3pm.715/284-4391. (Jackson Co.)

TURTLE LAKEAmerican Legion Smelt Fry: Smelt fromthe Green Bay area served with chips,beans, coleslaw and dessert. A traditionsince the 1970s and still going strong.Take out orders are also available.American Legion. 715/986-4667.www.villageofturtlelake.com (Barron Co.)

WAUSAUChildren’s Festival: Annual event withactivity booths for children ages 3-12.Wood-working, face painting, clowning,games, health screening, body murals,button making, library corner, child safety,finger painting, putt-putt golf, 50¢hotdogs and much more. Children mustbe accompanied by an adult. Freeadmission. East Gate Hall at MarathonPark. 9am-3pm. 715/261-1550.www.visitwausau.com/events.php(Marathon Co.)

APR 12-13 SAT-SUNFOND DU LACModel Train Show: Model railroad layoutsfeaturing: Z, N, HO, 0-27, O, S and Ggauges will be on display. The FDLSociety of Model Train Hobbyists will have its large HO-gauge operating layouton display. Enjoy viewing steam anddiesel locomotives, operating layouts of allgauges, rolling stock and operatingaccessories. First Presbyterian Church.Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 9am-2pm. 920/922-0425. www.fdlpresbyterian.org (Fond du Lac Co.)

TOMAHAWKWJJQ Home, Sport & Travel Show withHealth Expo: Products and services, doorprizes and concessions. Outdoor displayof new cars, boats and RVs. Freeadmission. Tomahawk School Complex.Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 10am-3pm. 715/453-4482. www.wjjq.com (Lincoln Co.)

APR 18-19 FRI-SATMILWAUKEEGallery Night and Day: Premier art eventin Milwaukee for gallery hopping and artviewing. Showcases over 50 venuesthroughout downtown. Admission is freeto all participating venues during eventhours. Downtown & Historic Third Ward.Fri 5-9pm; Sat 10am-4pm. 414/273-1173. http://bit.ly/GalleryNight (MilwaukeeCo.)

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APR 18-20 FRI-SUNNEW LONDONBig Whopper Weekend (Fishing Contest):Fish the Wolf River during the annualwalleye run. Contest prizes in many fishcategories, food and beverages, livemusic and a huge raffle. Held atRiverside Park where there are boatlaunches, docks, and restrooms.Riverside Park. Open 6 am Friday untilafter the raffle on Sunday. 920/779-6346,920/982-5822.www.newlondonfishandgame.com(Outagamie Co.)

APR 19-20 SAT-SUNFOND DU LACAll Breed Dog Show, Obedience and RallyTrial: Fond du Lac County Kennel ClubDog Show with conformation, obedience,and rally trial competition. Fond du LacCounty Fairgrounds. Starts at 9am.920/923-2102. www.fdlckc.org (Fond duLac Co.)

APR 24 THUMINOCQUATaste of the North: More than two dozenchefs compete to be voted Best at Tasteof the North. Featured categories are finedining, pizza, family dining, bar & grill,and dessert. Meet the chefs, sample theirsignature dishes, learn about theirrestaurants, and vote on your favorite.The Waters of Minocqua. 6-9pm.715/356-5266. www.minocqua.org(Oneida Co.)

SPOONERFood and Wine Tasting: Delicious foodfrom local restaurants, a large selection ofwines for tasting, raffle and silent auctionwith a portion of the proceeds going to alocal charity. Northwest Sports Complex.5-9pm. 715/635-2168.www.spoonerchamber.org (Washburn Co.)

APR 24-26 THU-SATMADISONUW Varsity Band Spring Concert: A three-night extravaganza complete withprofessional staging, lighting, sound andpyrotechnics performed for 25,000Badger fans each year. Kohl Center.7:30pm. 608/265-4120.www.badgerband.com/ (Dane Co.)

APR 25-26 FRI-SATEAGLE30th Star Benefit Antiques Auction: FridayNight Preview Party (reservation only) fora dinner and a private viewing of antiquesto be auctioned Saturday. Proceeds fromthe auction benefit the Historical Society’snewest historic site, Black Point Estate inLake Geneva. Old World Wisconsin. Frinight Preview Party and dinner byreservation only (4-9pm): $39 per person.Auction is free to the public (10am Sat),viewing at 9am. 262/594-6300.www.oldworldwisconsin.org (WaukeshaCo.)

APR 25-27 FRI-SUNCHIPPEWA FALLSSpring Fest: Local vendors displayingspring related products, two heated tentswith live music, family activities (5k funrun, petting zoo, inflatables, bonfire) andfood vendors. Northern Wisconsin StateFairgrounds. 715/723-2861.www.springfest-cf.com (Chippewa Co.)

JEFFERSONSpring Jefferson Swap Meet & Car Show:Swap meet, car corral and car show forclassics, collectibles, street rods andtrucks. More than 3,000 vendor sites withover 1,000 cars for sale. Jefferson, WI53549. Fri 10am-4pm, Sat & Sun 6am-4pm. 608/244-8416.www.madisonclassics.com (Jefferson Co.)

LAKE GENEVAWomen’s Weekend: Annual event. Enjoyan exciting weekend in Lake Geneva ofshopping, fun activities and your best galpals. Downtown. All Day. 262/745-1520.www.lakegenevawomensweekend.com(Walworth Co.)

MERRILLCentral Wisconsin Concertina Festival:More than 100 concertina artists fromaround the state and beyond play andenjoy their fellow musicians. Food andrefreshments, free parking, concertinadisplay. Les & Jim’s Lincoln Lanes. Fri 5-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 10am-5pm.715/536-9405. (Lincoln Co.)

APR 26 SATCAMBRIDGEDiva Day - Spring Fling: Enjoy boutiquetreats and special deals in Cambridge.There will be a small business expohighlighting home-based businesses witha feminine flair, a wine bar fundraiseralong with raffles, artists, and a flirtyfashion show at the Zen Galleryhighlighting local boutiques and expovendors. Downtown. 10am-5pm.608/423-3780. www.cambridgewi.com(Dane Co.)

FOND DU LACSpringtime Splendor Art & Craft Show: Artand craft show with mixed media, doorprizes drawn every half hour, foodconcessions, and free parking. Uniquegifts and home decorating ideas.Admission fee. FDL County FairgroundsRecreation Building. 9am-3pm. 920/906-6663. www.fdlrecdept.com (Fond Du LacCo.)

LA CROSSEBetween the Bluffs Beer, Wine and CheeseFestival: Taste over 200 quality beers byover 35 breweries, over 45 types of wineand sample and purchase gourmetcheeses while enjoying live music.Southside Oktoberfest Grounds. 2-6pm.608/782-2220.www.betweenthebluffsbeerfest.com (LaCrosse Co.)

MADISONCrazylegs Classic: A must-do spring-timetradition in Madison. Both the run andwalk follow a scenic course starting indowntown Madison at Capitol Square,through the UW campus and end nearthe 50 yard line in Camp RandallStadium. Capitol Square to Camp RandallStadium. 10am. 608/261-5347.www.crazylegsclassic.com (Dane Co.)

MEDFORDPine Line Marathon: Events include a26.2-mile marathon, 3/4 Marathon, half-marathon, 26.3-mile relay and 5Krun/walk. Pine Line Trail. 6:30 amRegistration Marathon Events Start @8am 5K event Start @ 8:30am. 715/748-4729. www.medfordwi.com (Taylor Co.)

PRAIRIE DU CHIENBreakfast in a Victorian Kitchen: In thishands-on cooking workshop for adults,participants take a culinary tour of thelate 19th century through the preparationand consumption of a Victorian breakfastusing the foods, utensils and technologyof the time. Tours of the Villa Louis estatefollow breakfast. By reservation only. VillaLouis. 8:30am-1pm. 608/326-2721,866/944-7483. www.villalouis.org(Crawford Co.)

APR 26-27 SAT-SUNBROOKLYNDepot Days in Brooklyn: Speeder carrides, railroad displays, art show/sale,food stands, community garage sales,pancake breakfast and fire truck rides.Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm.608/455-3121. www.depotdays.info(Dane Co.)

MUKWONAGOCrazy Quilters Quilt Show: Over 300quilted items, quilt raffle, silent auction,vendor mall, quilt appraisals byappointment. Lunch and concessionsavailable. Bed turning and specialexhibits. Handicap accessible. Admissionfee. Parkview Middle School. Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. 414/529-2593.www.mukwonagocrazyquilters.com(Waukesha Co.)

NEILLSVILLEClark County Studio Art Tour: Featuringfine artists and their creations. The self-guided tour meanders along the sceniccountry roads and through the quaintcommunities to the studios of painters,potters, woodworkers, metal workers,jewelers and more. Artist Studiosthroughout Clark County. Sat 9am-6pm;Sun 10am-5pm. 715/255-9100.www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org (ClarkCo.)

SUN PRAIRIEPrairie Heritage Quilt Show: Gorgeousquilts on display, with many available forpurchase. St. Albert’s Center. 608/837-2298. www.sunprairiequiltshow.com(Dane Co.)

Above: Spring Swap Meet & Car Show inJefferson. Top: UW Varsity Band SpringConcert in Madison.

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MAY 9-11 FRI-SUNELKHART LAKEJazz on the Vine: Weekend of dynamicperformances by world-renowned jazzmusicians and samplings of over 100domestic and international wines. Enjoyeclectic and sophisticated cuisine createdby Osthoff’s award-winning chefs. TheOsthoff Resort. 888/330-5664.www.jazzonthevine.net (Sheboygan Co.)

GAYS MILLSGays Mills Spring Festival: Tour one ofWisconsin’s prime apple growing areasincluding orchards in bloom, a fleamarket, food stands, and the annualFestival of Folk Music and Dance.Downtown & Area Orchards. 608/735-4740. gaysmillsfolkfest.org (Crawford Co.)

MAY 9-12 FRI-MONHORICONHoricon Marsh Bird Festival: Experiencethe peak of the spring bird migrationaround the Horicon Marsh area. Includesguided bird hikes, bird bandingdemonstration, birding adventures byboat, birding for kids, BIG SIT, 1st Lightand Hot Spot bus tours. Horicon MarshArea. 920/387-7893, 920/485-4663.www.horiconmarshbirdfestival.com(Dodge Co.)

MAY 10 SATBARABOOFair on the Square: Semi-annual arts andcrafts show with food, farmer’s market,children’s activities, and entertainment.Courthouse Square. 9am-4pm. 608/448-3490. www.downtownbaraboo.com (SaukCo.)

BRODHEADTour the Farms Day: Farms in theBrodhead area will be open for tours -sheep, goats, emu, chickens, examples ofpermaculture in action, goat milk soap,and an apple orchard with honeyproduction. Bring the kids to meet all theanimals. Stop downtown to vote for yourfavorite decorated farm animal. Variousfarms near Brodhead. 9:30am-4:30pm.608/897-8411.www.brodheadchamber.org (Green Co.)

EAGLE RIVERJourneys Marathon: Scenic point-to-pointroad race, USAT&F-certified 26.2-mile,13.1-mile Power Walk and 5K races.Music and food. Boulder Jct. to EagleRiver. Marathon starts 8am, halfmarathon & power walk 9:15am, & 5K10am. 800/359-6315, 715/479-6400.www.journeysmarathon.org (Vilas Co.)

PEWAUKEEPewaukee River Run: Canoe race downthe Fox River from Pewaukee to FramePark in Waukesha - a 6-mile paddle.1195 E. Wisconsin Ave Pewaukee, WI53072. Race begins at 8am. 262/691-2700. www.pewaukeekiwanis.org/events(Waukesha Co.)

RACINEBelle City Brewfest: A beer festival withsampling of more than 100 craft beers,ales and ciders from throughout thecountry. Home brew contest. Food andlive entertainment. Festival Hall/FestivalPark. 2-6pm. 262/636-9229.www.racinebeerfest.com (Racine Co.)

RICHLAND CENTERMotorsports Mayhem: Snowmobile grassdrags, ATV drags, dirtbike drags, demoderby, truck/tractor pull, FMX, truck/cardrags. Richland County Fairgrounds.608/604-5068. www.hybridredneck.com(Richland Co.)

TREMPEALEAUHip Breaker Bike Tour: One of theMidwest’s finest, most challenging early-season rides. Choose routes of 10-23miles for a warm up, or choose the 43-mile route which includes famous "Hip-breaker Hill" - make it up and win alifetime of bragging rights. TheTrempealeau Hotel. Reg at 7:30am; massride at 9am. 608/534-6780.www.trempealeau.net (Trempealeau Co.)

MAY 10-11 SAT-SUNEAGLESpring into the Past: Springtime is a flurryof activity on our 19th and early 20th-century farmyards and homesteads withlots of different seasonal chores for you totry each weekend: sheep shearing May10-11; plowing and planting May 17-18;and cooking ethnic foods May 24-25. OldWorld Wisconsin. 10am-5pm. 262/594-6300. www.oldworldwisconsin.org(Waukesha Co.)

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MAY 2-3 FRI-SATLA CROSSEFestival Foods Grandad Half Marathon:This is a two-day celebration that givesarea residents and visitors from acrossthe country an opportunity to enjoy active,aerobic outdoor events alongside thebreathtaking natural beauty of GrandadBluff and the Mississippi River Valley.Activities range from a half marathon to a5-kilometer run/walk, youth events andcycling events. Riverside Park. 8am onSaturday. 608/789-7304.www.festivalfoodsgrandadhalf.com (LaCrosse Co.)

MAY 2-4 FRI-SUNBEAVER DAMNancy’s Notions Sewing Weekend Expo:Sewing contests, in-style seminar,nationally known speakers, hands-onclasses, presentations, productdemonstrations packed with ideas andhints, and lots of shopping. This yearincludes an auction to benefit a localcharity. Nancy’s Notions. 8am-6pm.920/356-6130. www.nancysnotions.com(Dodge Co.)

MONTELLOMontello Fish N Fun Fest: 3 fun-filled daysand nights of carnival rides, music, kidsfishing with professional anglers, 16 teamsoftball tournament, crafters & foodvendors, Friday night fish boil, prizewinning bbq pork, and monster truckcrushing. Krakow Park, Montello CityPark, and Downtown. 608/297-4437.www.montellofishnfunfest.com (MarquetteCo.)

MAY 3 SATFISH CREEKDoor County Half Marathon and 5K FunRun/Walk: Race starts on a paved surfacewithin Peninsula State Park. All finisherswill receive a t-shirt, finisher’s medal aswell as food and drink at the finish line.Awards will be presented to the top maleand female runners, top male and femalemaster runners and top three finishers ineach age group. Peninsula State Park.920/421-1519.www.doorcountyhalfmarathon.com (DoorCo.)

RACINELakefront Artists Fair: Racine’s firstoutdoor art fair of the season featuringmore than 100 artists from throughoutthe Midwest. Festival Park. 8am-4pm.262/637-7892.www.racinemontessori.com/lakefront-artist-fair (Racine Co.)

WAUKESHAWaukesha Art Crawl: Over 20 studios andgalleries and arts-supporting businessesshowcase over 100 area artists! Checkout a wide array of unique galleries filledwith decorative and functional art: 2Dpaintings, pottery, jewelry, clothing,glassware, custom wood work, castedconcrete furnishings, photography andmore. Restaurants and live music venuesopen late. Downtown. 4-10pm. 262/542-1522. www.waukeshaart.com (WaukeshaCo.)

MAY 3-4 SAT-SUNBARABOOBadger Steam and Gas Engine Club SpringSwap Meet & Flea Market: Gas engines,tractors, farm primitives, collectables,tools, cars & trucks, parts, and auction.Food for sale. Show Grounds. 7am-5pm.608/522-4905.www.badgersteamandgas.com (Sauk Co.)

EAGLESpring into the Past: Springtime is a flurryof activity on our 19th and early 20th-century farmyards and homesteads withlots of different seasonal chores for you totry each weekend: flying kites May 3-4;sheep shearing May 10-11; plowing andplanting May 17-18; and cooking ethnicfoods May 24-25. Old World Wisconsin.10am-5pm. 262/594-6300.www.oldworldwisconsin.org (WaukeshaCo.)

MARSHFIELDAnnual Gem, Mineral, Fossil & JewelryShow: 41st annual show featuringdealers, displays, speakers, kids’ activitiesand free admission. Marshfield SeniorHigh Fieldhouse. Sat 10am-5pm, Sun10am-4pm. 715/387-8782. (Wood Co.)

ST CROIX FALLSEarth Arts Studio Tour: Annual art tour tovisit the studios of artists who aremembers of the Earth Arts Group of PolkCounty. Maps for this event can bepicked up at the information center in St.Croix Falls. St. Croix Falls area. Sat & Sun10am-5pm. 715/483-3150.www.earthartswi.org (Polk Co.)

MAY 8-11 THU-SUNCHIPPEWA FALLSThe Past Passed Here: A special eventfeaturing hands-on activities highlightingthe historic sights and sounds of earlyChippewa Falls. Visitors to the historicalencampment will experience camp skillcompetitions, 1800s style food, tradersrow and live entertainment. Allen Park.Open to school children Thur and Fri

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MAY 11 SUNMARSHFIELDMarshfield Art Fair: Offering a wide varietyof fine arts and crafts by more than 100Midwestern artists. Musicians andperformers entertain throughout the day.Hands-on art activities are available forkids. Marshfield Senior High Fieldhouse.10am-4:30pm. 715/387-5562.www.newvisionsgallery.org (Wood Co.)

SPOONERMother’s Day Brunch Train: Celebrate yourmom on her special day with a specialbuffet on board the historic train. Thebrunch train departs Spooner Depot atnoon and features a 30-mile, 2.5 hourround-trip to Springbrook. Along the wayenjoy the sights of the Northwoods.Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad. Traindeparts at noon. 715/635-3200.www.spoonertrainride.com (WashburnCo.)

MAY 15 THUCEDARBURGSip, Shop & Stroll - Ladies Night inCedarburg: Many Cedarburg businesseswill be opening their doors to ladies for aspecial night of pampering, shopping andpartying. Pre-registration with theCedarburg Chamber of Commerceguarantees you a shopping bag, a specialgift and a map. Downtown. 4-9pm.262/377-9620. www.cedarburg.org(Ozaukee Co.)

GREEN BAYTasteBud Outdoor Culinary Event: Enjoy thetastes of delicacies from area caterersand restaurants served throughout thebudding spring gardens and have theopportunity to bid on a variety of uniqueand rare plants as well as other prizesincluding getaways, events and moreduring our silent auction. Green BayBotanical Garden. 5-8pm. 920/490-9457.www.gbbg.org (Brown Co.)

MAY 15-17 THU-SATASHLANDChequamegon Bay Birding & Nature Fest:A weekend of birding and natureprograms at the peak of migration. Morethan 140 activities to choose from, each

guided by knowledgeable local andregional experts. Northern Great LakesVisitor Center. 715/682-2500, 800/284-9484. www.birdandnaturefest.com(Ashland Co.)

PLEASANT PRAIRIESpring Ice Show: Family-friendly eventshowcasing the skills and talents of thePleasant Prairie Skating School U. S.Basic Skills program, Freestyle andSynchronized skaters, and exciting guestskaters. Dazzling lights, music andcostumes enhance these group and soloperformances. RecPlex Ice Arena. Thurs6:30pm Fri 6:30pm Sat 1pm & 6pm.262/925-6755. www.RecPlexOnline.com(Kenosha Co.)

MAY 16 FRIDELAFIELDDelafield Spring Art Walk: Enjoy a varietyof artisans and musicians located in thedowntown district. Stroll the downtownarea and visit with local artists as theywork. Items available for purchase. Freeevent for all ages. Downtown District.5pm. 262/646-8100.www.visitdelafield.org (Waukesha Co.)

MAY 16-17 FRI-SATBELOITDowntown Beloit ArtWalk: Businessesthroughout downtown Beloit transforminto fine art galleries with many venuesfeaturing live music and refreshments.After hours hot spots offer live music onFriday night. Downtown. Fri 5-9pm, Sat10am-2pm. 608/365-0150.www.downtownbeloit.com (Rock Co.)

MAY 16-18 FRI-SUNELKHART LAKESVRA Spring Vintage Car Weekend: RoadAmerica’s vintage season kicks off withthis great event! Get ready to see somefriendly sparring between our British andGerman marques. Road America, Inc..800/365-7223. www.roadamerica.com(Sheboygan Co.)

GERMANTOWNMai Fest: German festival sponsored bythe Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation.Music, dancing, crafts, authentic food &drink. Corner of Mequon and SquireRoads Germantown, WI 53022. Fri 5pm-midnight, Sat 11:30am-midnight, Sun11am-8pm. 262/251-2853, 262/255-1812. www.maifestgermantown.com(Juneau Co.)

GREEN BAYCellcom Green Bay Marathon: Marathon,half marathon, 5K run/walk and 1/2-mileWPS Kids’ Power Run, Prevea HealthExpo, pasta dinner, and Wisconsin-styletailgate party at race finish line. LambeauField. 7am race starts on Sunday formarathon and half marathon. 5K run/walkand kids race on Saturday. 920/432-6272.www.cellcomgreenbaymarathon.com(Brown Co.)

MUSCODAMorel Mushroom Festival: The festivalhonors the tasty mushroom - enjoy itfried, or you can purchase some to takehome and enjoy later. Saturday nightoffers a fireman’s annual steak feedfollowed by fireworks. Sunday parade at2pm. Also includes a craft fair, fleamarket, car show, carnival and muchmore. Village Hall. 608/739-3182.www.muscoda.com (Grant Co.)

OCONOMOWOCWisconsin State Polka Festival: Ten bigbands featuring Dutch, Polish, Czech,Slovenian, and German style polkas. Twohuge wooden dance floors with a danceexhibition Sat night. Enjoy great food &great prizes. Thurs - free Polka Jam &Potluck; Fri - Fish Bake; Sun - PolkaMass. Olympia Resort. 262/894-6998.www.wisconsinpolkaboosters.com(Waukesha Co.)

STOUGHTONSyttende Mai Folk Festival: America’slargest celebration of NorwegianConstitution Day. Two parades, folkdancing, rosemaling, hardanger and quiltexhibits, ethnic food, arts & crafts fair,canoe race, and Syttende Mai Run.Various Locations. Fri 9am-10pm, Sat8am-10pm, Sun 8am-4pm. 608/873-7912. www.stoughtonwi.com (Dane Co.)

MAY 17 SATAMHERSTAmherst Quilt, Craft & Amish FurnitureAuction: Amish quilts & furniture areauctioned under huge tents. Bakedgoods, food and refreshments.Fairgrounds. Starts at 8am. 920/450-1843. www.maderauction.com (PortageCo.)

BAILEYS HARBORBaileys Harbor Spring Fling: Area artisanspresent their work. Concessions will beavailable. Town Hall. 9am-4pm. 920/839-2366. www.baileysharbor.com (Door Co.)

CABLECable Area Off-Road Classic: Head toCable and into the ChequamegonNational Forest for a 20 or 25 milemountain bike race on some of thefamous CAMBA mountain bike trails!Hang out after the races for microbrewbeers, music and awards. LakewoodsLodge. Race Sat 10am. 715/798-3833.www.caorc.com (Bayfield Co.)

CAMBRIDGETouch-a-truck and Bike Rodeo: Tour a firetruck, semi-truck, police car, race car andtow truck. Don’t miss your chance to seethe vehicles that fascinate you up closeand hands on. Other activities includebouncy house, face painting andballoons. Cambridge High School. 10am-noon. 608/423-8108.www.visitcambridgewi.com (Dane Co.)

MADISONSyttende Mai Run/Walk: Run a 20-milerace from Madison to Stoughton, 10-milecompetitive run or enjoy a 17-mile non-competitive walk. Held in conjunctionwith the city’s Syttende Mai celebration.Capitol Square. 608/873-7912.www.stoughtonwi.com (Dane Co.)

MAY 17-18 SAT-SUNEAGLESpring into the Past: Springtime is a flurryof activity on our 19th and early 20th-century farmyards and homesteads withlots of different seasonal chores for you totry each weekend: plowing and plantingMay 17-18; and cooking ethnic foodsMay 24-25. Old World Wisconsin. 10am-5pm. 262/594-6300.www.oldworldwisconsin.org (WaukeshaCo.)

GREENBUSHWade House at Work and at Play: Prepareand plant the gardens, fill straw ticks, airout quilts, make beds, black the stoveand sweep floors. Experience behind-the-scenes tours of the Herrling Sawmill,making an “S” hook project in theblacksmith shop, candle dipping and logskidding. Come celebrate the householdduties, the trades and the fun that helpedshape this 160-year-old community. WadeHouse. 10am-5pm. 920/526-3271.www.wadehouse.org (Sheboygan Co.)

JANESVILLEJanesville Renaissance Faire: Have somefun watching and interacting with themany performers as well as shopping atthe exotic vendors during this exciting twoday trip into an old world experience.Traxler Park. 10am-6pm. 608/322-8813.www.jvlfaire.com (Rock Co.)

WAUWATOSAGem, Mineral & Fossil Show: Features20+ dealers from all over the Midwestselling lapidary supplies, tools, books,rough material, slabs, finishedspecimens, cabochons, jewelry, carvings,fossils, and more. Children’s activities,exhibits, displays, presentations, and foodfor sale. Admission fee. Hart Park -Muellner Building. 10am-5pm. 414/771-8668. www.wisgeologicalsociety.com(Milwaukee Co.)

WISCONSIN DELLSAutomotion: Fun-filled weekend with1,200 cars on display. Rare antiques,vintage classics, a car corral for sellingcars, swap meet and much more! Liveentertainment & great food. Noah’s ArkWaterpark. Sat 7am-5pm, Sun 7am-3pm.800/223-3557. www.wisdells.com(Adams Co.)

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MAY 18 SUNCHILTONWisconsin Micro-Brewers Beer Fest: Abeer lover’s paradise! More than 30Wisconsin micro-brewers offer over 180hand-crafted brews, ales to stouts. Livemusic. Tickets must be purchased inadvance for entrance. Calumet CountyFair Grounds. 1-6pm. 920/849-2534.www.rowlandsbrewery.com (Calumet Co.)

FOND DU LACGreekfest: Enjoy a family day of authenticGreek cuisine and pastries, music anddancing, games for children, and raffles.Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds. 11am-5pm. 920/922-1568. www.fdl.com (Fonddu Lac Co.)

KAUKAUNANature’s Images Art Fair: 50+ artistsdisplaying nature-related paintings,photography, sculpture, crafts fromnatural materials, botanicals & herbs.Celtic harpist, food, wildflower hikes andeagle watching along Fox River. 1000Islands Environmental Center. 10am-4pm. 920/766-4733. (Outagamie Co.)

KINGWisconsin Veterans Home Open House andOld Car Show: Annual open houseincludes live entertainment, cruises onChain O’ Lakes at 11am, noon, 1pm &2pm, food and refreshments, and an oldcar and vintage military vehicles show.Wisconsin Veterans Home & Museum.10:30am-3pm. 715/258-4247.www.wvhking.com/ (Lincoln Co.)

MAY 22-26 THU-MONBURLINGTONChocolateFest: Carnival, concerts,chocolate creations, taste of chocolate,chocolate olympics, Chocolate Experiencetent, petting zoo, parade, chocolate eatingcontest, Friday fireworks at dusk.Chocolate Festival Grounds. 414/254-4813, 262/763-3300.www.chocolatefest.com (Racine Co.)

HURLEYMemorial Weekend ATV Rally: Join theHurley Area and Iron County for weekendlong fun and over 200 miles of ATV/UTVtrails on Wisconsin’s largest ATV/UTV trailsystem. Show off your ride in Wisconsin’slargest ATV parade. Get down and dirty inthe “Biggest, Baddest, Dirtiest of All”Mud Pit, all while enjoying beautiful trails,friendly establishments, great food, livemusic, and so much more. Iron County.715/561-4334, 866/340-4334.www.hurleywi.com (Iron Co.)

MAY 23-24 FRI-SATMANITOWOC28-Boat Reunion & USS LAGARTORemembrance: The “28-Boat Reunion”honors those who served aboardManitowoc’s submarines during and afterWorld War II, as well as the thousands ofpeople in northeastern Wisconsin whobuilt them. Plans include an engine startup aboard USS COBIA, the annual USSLAGARTO Remembrance Day Ceremony,and a premier showing of Lost andFound: The Legacy of USS LAGARTO.Wisconsin Maritime Museum. 920/684-0218. www.wisconsinmaritime.org(Manitowoc Co.)

MAY 23-25 FRI-SUNNEW GLARUSMusic Fest: A family-oriented, traditionalMemorial Day weekend celebration withmusic, children’s activities, food and fun.Bands all weekend. Village Park.608/527-2095. www.swisstown.com(Green Co.)

MAY 23-26 FRI-MONALBANYYesteryear’s Weekend: Communitycelebration of Memorial Day weekendwith Fri evening street dance; YesteryearParade, Rueben’s Run Duathlon, andchicken barbecue all on Sat; andMemorial Day ceremony and Parade onMonday. Downtown. 608/862-3240.www.albany-chamber.org (Green Co.)

DRESSERTotal Off-Road Rally: 4x4 truck pull andmonster trucks. Two spectator events.NTPA sanctioned truck and tractor pulland demolition derby. Trollhaugen SkiArea. 8am-5pm. 952/380-3435.www.memorial4x4.org (Polk Co.)

MAY 23-27 FRI-TUEAPPLETONNCAA Division III Baseball NationalChampionships: The NCAA Division IIIBaseball National Championship playedover Memorial Day weekend hosted byLawrence University. An eight team tour-nament comprised of regional winnersfrom across the country. Fox CitiesStadium. 10am-10pm. 920/733-4152.www.ncaa.com/championships/baseball/d3 (Calumet Co.)

MAY 24-25 SAT-SUNBURLINGTONBurlington Jaycees Arts & Crafts Fair:Handmade arts & crafts, metal yard art,garden art, handmade jewelry, clothing,bird houses, food, furniture, sculptures,and much more. Echo Park. 9am-4pm.262/210-1428.http://www.burlingtonjaycees.org/ (RacineCo.)

EAGLESpring into the Past: Springtime is a flurryof activity on our 19th and early 20th-century farmyards and homesteads withlots of different seasonal chores for you totry each weekend: cooking ethnic foodsMay 24-25. Old World Wisconsin. 10am-5pm. 262/594-6300.www.oldworldwisconsin.org (WaukeshaCo.)

EAGLE RIVERStrawberry Craft Fest: Quality art and craftfair with crafters from across America.Food area with picnic table seating,strawberry treats, music and familyentertainment. Vilas County Fairgrounds.9:30am-4:30pm. 715/675-6201. (VilasCo.)

FORT ATKINSONFort Koshkonong Rendezvous: Visitors canstep back in time and see how life was inthe 1840s. Witness living history and eatperiod food. Rock River Park. Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm. 920/563-3210.www.fortchamber.com (Jefferson Co.)

JACKSONPORTMaifest: Art fair, fun run, food, music,horse pull, parade, and more. LakesidePark. 920/823-2068.www.jacksonport.net (Door Co.)

STURGEON BAYFine Art Fair: Annual juried, multi-mediaart show with entertainment, children’sactivities, food and beverages. Held alongthe waterfront. Sunset Park. Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. 920/743-6246.www.SturgeonBay.net (Door Co.)

MAY 24-26 SAT-MONBLACK RIVER FALLSHo-Chunk Nation Pow-wow: Twice a yearthe Ho-Chunk welcome all friends andneighbors to attend their pow-wow heldas a celebration of thanks. It provides atime to gather and enjoy drums, dancing,and a wide variety of crafts available fromvendors across the country. Visitors spendtheir day enjoying the vibrant colors anddesigns of the dancers’ outfits andadmiring their fluid, beautiful dancing.Pow-Wow Grounds. 715/284-9343.(Jackson Co.)

DEPERECelebrate De Pere: Live entertainment,activities and shows for kids, food andbeverage tents, a water ski show,fireworks and parade. Voyageur Park.920/336-7980. www.celebratedepere.com(Brown Co.)

MAY 25 SUNFIFIELDLawn Mower Races: Time trials are onehour before races. Six classes - IMOW,AP, SP, STOCK, BP, and FX plus kidsclasses; Two races - 12 hp stock and 12hp modified; trophies for top five places;concessions will be available. FifieldBallpark. Time trials noon, races 1pm.715/762-4739. www.tn.fifield.wi.gov(Price Co.)

LAKEWOODMcCaslin Lioness Club Faire: Enjoy greatfood, beverages, pies, book sale, silentauction, spin-the-wheel, and children’sgames including a bouncer and a varietyof crafters. Lots of family fun to kick-offthe summer in the Northwoods.Lakewood Town Hall/Activity Grounds.10am-3pm. 715/850-2210. (Oconto Co.)

PRAIRIE DU CHIENVoyage of Discovery Cruise: Explore theconfluence of the Mississippi andWisconsin Rivers as a local historian tellsthe story of Explorers Marquette andJoliet. This two-hour cruise is a must forriver and history buffs. St. Feriole Island.Departs at 2pm. 563/586-4444, 877/647-7397. (Crawford Co.)

ST. GERMAINClassic Sled Round-Up: Vintage andantique sled show and swap at theCommunity Park, music and food, andawards presentation. St. GermainCommunity Park. 7am-3pm. 715/542-4463. www.snowmobilehalloffame.com(Vilas Co.)

MAY 26 MONBEAVER DAMRace Into Summer: Communitycelebration with live music, children’sactivities and race car displays. Food &drink sponsored by the Beaver Dam AreaChamber of Commerce. Swan City Park.11am-11pm. 920/885-4442.www.wbevradio.com/ (Dodge Co.)

MAY 31 SATFOND DU LACJune Dairy Days: This free customerappreciation event is open to the public.In celebration of June Dairy Month, thepetting zoo will feature a variety of farmanimals, pony rides, dairy games, prizes,a chance to practice milking, facepainting and more. A sampling ofWisconsin’s finest dairy products will beavailable including Gilles Custard, severalcheese varieties, butter popcorn and MilkChugs. National Exchange Bank & Trust.9-11am. 920/906-6865. www.fdl.com(Fond du Lac Co.)

GREEN BAYSpringtime at Heritage Hill: Heritage Hillkicks off its season with a breakfast onthe farm and spring sheep shearing.Enjoy entertainment, children’s gamesand more. Heritage Hill State Park.10am-4:30pm. 920/448-5150.www.heritagehillgb.org (Brown Co.)

STURGEON BAYSide Pork Fest: All day festival featuring avariety of local bands, food, andentertainment zones for kids and adults.Many varieties of side pork. Other eventsinclude a 5k run, kids’ run, and a 15krelay run. Martin Park. 920/724-1488.www.sideporkfest.com (Door Co.)

MAY 31-JUN 1 SAT-SUNMINOCQUAJune Bloom Arts & Crafts Festival: Uniquehandcrafted items by over 75 exhibitors.The craft vendors and artisans featured atthe show are selected for their handmadecraftsmanship and artistic talents. Visitorswill see original artwork, pottery, jewelry,tapestries, clothing, photography, woodcreations, leather goods and more. TorpyPark. 715/356-5266.minocquaartsandcrafts.com/ (Oneida Co.)

RACINEMonument Square Art Festival: Returningto its original home, one of Wisconsin’soldest and most respected juried fine artsfairs presents 80 artists from around thecountry exhibiting works in a variety ofmedia. Live entertainment, silent auctionand children’s activities make this a must-attend event. Monument Square.262/635-0261.www.monumentsquareartfest.com/(Racine Co.)

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events include antique tractor pull,judged car show, parade andconcessions. City Ball Diamond. Fri 5pm-mid, Sat 9am-mid. 608/485-0820,800/822-1131.www.fennimore.com/calendar (Grant Co.)

NEW RICHMONDWillow River Blues & Brews Fest: Enjoythe works of many artists and the art ofmaking a handcrafted beer. No covercharge for music or Park Art Fair.Concessions available all weekend. Brewsampling. Mary Park. Fri 5-11pm, Sat11am-10pm. 715/246-2900.www.willowriverbluesfest.com (St. CroixCo.)

JUN 6-8 FRI-SUNELKHART LAKEAHRMA Vintage Motorcycle Classic: Eventis sure to stimulate the heart of everyvintage motorcycle enthusiast with roadracing, vintage and post vintagemotocross, trials and cross countryevents. Road America, Inc. 920/892-4576. www.roadamerica.com (SheboyganCo.)

FOND DU LACWalleye Weekend: Free family festivalfeaturing sporting events, musical acts,fishing tournaments, attractions for allages and, of course, walleye. LakesidePark. Fri 3-10:30pm, Sat 8am-10:30pm,Sun 8am-6pm. 920/923-6555.www.fdlfest.com (Fond du Lac Co.)

GREEN BAYGreen Bay Botanical Garden - Garden Fair:The 29th Annual Garden Fair featuresover 100 vendors of garden plants,landscaping ideas, accessories, gardeningdemonstrations and presentations, music,and food. Green Bay Botanical Garden.Fri 5pm-8pm, Sat 8am-4pm, Sun 9am-3pm. 920/490-9457. www.gbbg.org(Brown Co.)

IRON RIVERIron River Summerfest: City WideRummage sales all weekend, the IronRiver Firemen’s Benefit Dance Saturdayevening at the Iron River CommunityCenter. A Spider Lake 10K and 2 MileWalk for those interested in enjoying thespring forest in bloom and freshly leafedout. Iron River Community Center.715/372-8558. www.visitironriver.com(Bayfield Co.)

LITTLE CHUTEGreat Wisconsin Cheese Festival: Livemusic, food, amusement rides, kids’entertainment, animal petting zoo,parade, walk/run, cheese tasting, cheesecarving demo, cheese curd eatingcontest, cheese breakfast andcheesecake contest. Doyle Park. Fri 5pm-midnight. Sat 10:30am-midnight. Sun8am-5pm. 920/788-7390.www.littlechutewi.org (Outagamie Co.)

MERRILLWisconsin River Pro Rodeo: Barebackriding, steer wrestling, tie down roping,saddle bronc riding, team roping,women’s barrel racing and bull riding.Dances following the Friday and Saturdayperformances. Lincoln CountyFairgrounds. 715/536-9474.www.wisconsinriverprorodeo.com (LincolnCo.)

MILWAUKEEBead & Button Show: Jewelry enthusiastsfrom all over the world attend to learn andshop at the incredible Bead & JewelryMarketplace. This year’s show offers morethan 800 classes in a variety of mediumsand techniques and over 370 exhibitingcompanies. Wisconsin Center. 800/554-0197. www.shopbeadshow.com(Milwaukee Co.)

PrideFest: Largest gay/lesbian, bisexualand transgender festival in Wisconsin - acelebration of diversity. Enjoy thefestivities and partake in the food,entertainment and marketplace. HenryMaier Festival Park. Fri 3:30pm-Midnight,Sat Noon-Midnight, Sun Noon-10pm.414/272-3378. www.pridefest.com(Milwaukee Co.)

MOUNT HOREBSpring Art Tour: Explore the beauty of thespringtime countryside in the uniqueglacially Driftless area of south centralWisconsin as you tour the rarely seenOpen Art Studios of Mount Horeb,Verona, Mazomanie, Black Earth, CrossPlains, Blue Mounds and towns inbetween. Artists demonstrate and exhibita variety of media: painting, sculpture,pottery, jewelry, photography, glass,origami and more. 10am-5pm daily.608/437-5914. www.springarttour.com(Dane Co.)

SUPERIORJaws Fishing Derby: Annual fishingtournament with 40 awards offered forlake trout, salmon, walleye and northern.St. Louis Bay and Lake Superior waters.Barker’s Island. Fri 6am-Sun noon.218/591-0295. www.wlsta.org (DouglasCo.)

JUN 6-15 FRI-SUNRICE LAKEAquafest: Ten days of family fun with top-name national entertainment, a parade,Art in the Park, aqua bug hunt, kids’games, sports, and food. 715/234-2126.www.aquafestonline.com (Barron Co.)

JUN 7 SATCAMBRIDGEElements of Art Festival: Over 30 juriedbooths featuring sculpture, photography,pottery, paintings, textiles, glass art andmore. Youth art area and live music willbe performed along Koshkonong Creek.Westside Park. 10am - 4pm. 608/423-3780. www.cambridgewiarts.org (DaneCo.)

DEFORESTDragon Art Fair: 10th Anniversary of theDragon Art Fair offering the hand-craftedworks of more than 90 artisans. Held rainor shine. Music, food, children’s activities,Windsor Garden Club plant sale, icecream social and Fire/EMS activity day.Market Street. 9am-4pm. 608/846-8891.www.dragonartsgroup.org (Dane Co.)

ELKHART LAKEElkhart Lake International Triathlon: TheOlympic distance event will include 1 mileswim, 25 mile bike, and 6.2 mile run.The Sprint distance event will include a400 yard swim, 12.4 mile bike and 3.1mile run. The Kidz Triathlon on Sundaywill be great fun for children 6-11 whowant to experience a triathlon thatemphasizes participation and notcompetition. Distances vary by age.Osthoff Resort. 847/359-7374.www.elkhartlakemultisports.com(Sheboygan Co.)

PRAIRIE DU CHIENBreakfast in a Victorian Kitchen: Hands-on cooking workshop for adults whereparticipants take a culinary tour of thelate 19th century through the preparationand consumption of a Victorian breakfastusing the foods, utensils and technologyof the time. Villa Louis. 8:30am-1pm.608/326-2721, 866/944-7483.www.villalouis.org (Crawford Co.)

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JUN 1 SUNUNION GROVELions Club Chicken Barbecue &Car/Motorcycle Show: BBQ chickendinner, car and van show, vintagemotorcycle show, cow pie bingo, freehayrides, bake sale, quilt raffle, musicalentertainment, free popcorn and lots offamily fun. Racine County Fairgrounds.BBQ 11am-4pm; car & motorcycle show8am-2pm. 262/878-3623. (Racine Co.)

JUN 5-7 THU-SATBRILLIONBrillionFest: All day rummage sale onThursday, Fish boil from 4-7pm, historyhouse display 4-7pm, famous electriclight street parade at 9pm, & street dance9:30pm all on Friday. Saturday willfeature a History House special exhibitfrom 10am-4pm, kickball tournament,carnival games and live music.Downtown. 920/756-3435. (Calumet Co.)

JUN 5-8 THU-SUNMOUNT HOREBSummer Frolic: A fun-packed weekend ofmusic, entertainment, great food, midwayrides, arcade games, bingo, and prizes.Grundahl Park. 608/437-5914.www.trollway.com (Dane Co.)

SPARTASparta Butterfest: Carnival, craft/fleamarket, quilt show, softball tournaments,car and van show, stage entertainment,and much more. Parade Sunday at12:30pm. Memorial Park. 608/269-4123.www.spartabutterfest.com (Monroe Co.)

STRATFORDStratford Heritage Days: The AnnualStratford Heritage Days is a celebration ofthe diverse ethnicity of the community.Festival includes ethnic foods andentertainment, carnival rides and games,bed races, historical display, youth eventsand a Sunday parade. Klemme Park.715/687-2411. www.stratfordwi.com(Marathon Co.)

JUN 6-7 FRI-SATFENNIMOREFun Fest: Friday activities include acarnival, games for the kids, and thebeginning of kickball tournamentsconcluding with fireworks. Saturday

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SPOONERFamily Festival: This event is completelyfree for families and includes familyactivities, entertainment, food, games,and more. Washburn County Fairgrounds.Noon-4pm. 715/468-2812. (WashburnCo.)

Tri County Dairy Breakfast: Celebrate Dairymonth with a delicious breakfast ofpancakes, sausage, bacon, milk, icecream and more! Enjoy great activitiesincluding face painting, petting zoo, FFAalumni silent auction, door prizes, horseand wagon rides, music and the famouscow. Fairgrounds. 6:30-10:30am.715/822-8805.www.dairydaysofsummer.com (WashburnCo.)

ST. GERMAINWalk in the Woods Art Fair: Join artistsfrom around the Midwest presentingpottery, paintings, photography,handmade jewelry, woodcarvings andfurniture. Wine tasting and sales and livemusic. City Park. 9am-3pm. 715/477-2205. www.st-germain.com (Vilas Co.)

TREMPEALEAUBlues Bash: Blues music along the banksof the Mississippi River. This outdoorconcert will be held rain or shine, sobring your lawn chair for a day of music,food, and fun. Trempealeau Hotel. 2-11pm. 608/534-6898.www.trempealeauhotel.com (TrempealeauCo.)

WAUWATOSAMilwaukee Highland Games/Scottish Fest:Enjoy bagpipe bands, Scottish foods,Highland dancing and unique athleticevents. $10 adults/Children under 12free, active military in uniform free, $3 offbefore 10am with a per person donationof non-perishable food item to the SecondHarvest Food Bank of Milwaukee. HartPark. 414/422-9235. (Milwaukee Co.)

JUN 7-8 SAT-SUNKENOSHAOutta Sight Kite Flight: A family fun kiteflying event at Kennedy Park. This is thetwelfth anniversary of the event. Thegrand launch of kites is at noon bothdays. Kennedy Park. 10am-5pm.414/305-3145. www.giftofwings.com(Kenosha Co.)

MADISONFree Fishing Weekend: Free fishing on allstate lakes and streams; licenses are notrequired. Free fishing clinics offered atmany state parks and other locations forall ages. Bag limits and size restrictionsapply. Statewide. 608/266-2272.dnr.wi.gov (Dane Co.)

JUN 8 SUNELKHART LAKEAmerican Indian Artifacts Show: TheBadger State Archaeological Society offersa look through time with American Indiandisplays. Selling, buying, trading, hayridesand surprises for archaeological buffs,collectors and the public. Henschel’sMuseum of Indian History. 9am-3pm.920/876-3193. (Sheboygan Co.)

HUDSONArt Along the Willow: Fine arts & craftsfair held in one of Wisconsin’s prettieststate parks. Storytelling, children’s craftarea, train rides, and silent auction. Parksticker not required this day only. WillowRiver State Park. 10am-4pm. 715/386-5931. www.willowriverowls.org/ (St. CroixCo.)

KANSASVILLEFamily Nature Faire: Enjoy family fun withfood, raffles, live animals, art and naturebooths plus much more! This is a freefundraiser sponsored by the BongNaturalist Association. Enjoy free fishingat the Urban fishing pond. Drop in onWalleye’s Unlimited to fish. Bring yourown equipment or use their poles andbait. No licenses needed. Free parkadmission on this day. Richard BongState Recreation Area. Faire: 10am-1pm.Fishing Clinic: 9:30am-2:30pm. 262/878-5600. www.bongnaturalistassociation.org(Racine Co.)

RIVER FALLSTown N’ Country Day: Town N’ CountryDay is an annual celebration of theagricultural heritage of River Falls wherecountry and town residents come togetherto celebrate June Dairy Month. Start theday with a free pancake breakfast in themorning and a free root beer float in theafternoon. Enjoy a day of fun, interactivekids’ activities and street dance, pettingzoo, heritage tractor display and carshow. Various Locations. 8am-4pm.715/425-2533. www.rfchamber.com/(Pierce Co.)

SPOONERBadger Car Show: Enjoy a great display ofold cars, trucks, tractors, military vehicles,flea and crafts market. Washburn Co.Fairgrounds. 7am-3pm. 715/635-3740.(Washburn Co.)

JUN 11-15 WED-SUNGREEN BAYDay Out With Thomas: Thomas the TankEngine and Sir Topham Hatt visit theNational Railroad Museum. Ride alongwith Thomas on his train, enjoy a full line-up of children’s entertainment, andexplore the entire Museum. NationalRailroad Museum. 8:30am-6pm.920/437-7623.www.nationalrrmuseum.org (Brown Co.)

JUN 12-15 THU-SUNCHILTONChilton Summer Festival: Thursday nightband concert at Hobart Park. Friday nightincludes city-wide rummage sale andMotocross racing at Gravity Park USA.Saturday night street dance on MainStreet with live music, food, beveragesand kids rides. Sunday features thestate’s biggest Father’s Day Parade at11am. Downtown. 920/418-1650.www.chiltonchamber.com (Calumet Co.)

ELKHART LAKESCCA June Sprints: More than 400amateur competitors race in 24 classesduring this event. One of the Sports CarClub of America’s largest races and thefirst in the Triple Crown of Racing. RoadAmerica. 800/365-7223.www.roadamerica.com (Sheboygan Co.)

PRAIRIE DU CHIENPrairie Villa Rendezvous: Largestbuckskinners and fur trade re-enactmentin the Midwest. The annual Rendezvousincludes a black powder shoot, primitivebow shoot, primitive cooking contest andmore. St. Feriole Island. Thur, Fri, andSat, 9am-9pm; Sun 9am-4pm. 608/326-8555. www.prairieduchien.org (CrawfordCo.)

JUN 13-14 FRI-SATBROWNTOWNBrowntown Summerfest: Activities includean antique tractor pull, ball games, a fishboil on Saturday night, live music, andfireworks on Saturday evening.Browntown Park. 608/966-3273.www.browntown.us (Green Co.)

LADYSMITHNorthwoods Bluegrass Festival: Bluegrassbands from throughout the Midwest,concessions, instrument workshops,camping on the fairgrounds. Alsoincludes events at the Rusk CountyHistorical Museum and the June DairyBreakfast. Rusk County Fairgrounds. Fri6-10pm, Sat 10am-9pm. 715/532-7328.www.ladysmithchamber.com (Rusk Co.)

MONROEMonroe Balloon Rally: The hot-air balloonswill take flight from the fairgrounds on Friat 6pm and again on Sat at 6am and6pm. All flights are weather dependentand originate at the Green Countyfairgrounds. Balloon glows are alsoscheduled for Friday and Saturdayevenings. Live bands entertain bothevenings. Green County Fairgrounds. Frigates open at 4pm, Sat gates open at5am. 608/558-0000.www.monroeballoonrally.com (Green Co.)

JUN 13-15 FRI-SUNDORCHESTERDorchester Days: Events include theWisconsin State Championship TractorPull, mini-rod pull, truck pull, carnival,softball and horseshoe tournaments,chicken dinner, kiddie parade, streetdance each night, food and refreshments.Dorchester Park. 715/654-5006.www.dorchesterwi.com/dorchester-days(Clark Co.)

MACKVILLEMackville Nationals Truck and TractorPull: A family event with big pullingclasses Friday and Saturday nights. Food,live music, festive atmosphere. Sunday isfree admission for Family Day. PolkaMass, local pulls, live music, pedal pulls.St Edward’s Parish. Friday and SaturdayNights: Gates open at 4pm. Pulls start at7pm. Saturday afternoon: Free pulls11am-2pm Sunday: Free pulls at noon.920/216-6480.www.mackvillenationals.com (OutagamieCo.)

MILWAUKEEPolish Fest: America’s largest PolishFestival with folk dancing, polka music, acultural village, folk art demos, Polishrock bands, classical musicians, theChopin Youth Piano Competition,marketplace, children’s stage, and Polishfood. Henry Maier Festival Park. Fri & Satnoon-midnight, Sun noon-8pm. 414/529-2140. www.polishfest.org (Milwaukee Co.)

NEW GLARUSRoger Bright Polka Festival: Polka bandsfrom Wisconsin and the Midwest in thebig tent downtown. Sponsored by NewGlarus Hotel. Music, dancing, food andrefreshments. Additional bands at NewGlarus Hotel and Puempel’s Olde Tavern.Downtown. 608/527-2095.www.swisstown.com (Green Co.)

RICHLAND CENTERWisconsin High School Rodeo Finals: Kidscompete in 13 events to qualify forNationals in July: bareback & saddlebronc riding, bull riding, barrel racing,pole bending, cutting, calf roping,breakaway roping, and more. RichlandCounty Fairgrounds. Performances Fri &Sat 1:30 & 7pm, Sun 1pm. 608/604-3879. www.cowboycalendar.com/wihsra(Richland Co.)

SOLDIERS GROVEDairy Days Celebration: This popularannual celebration includes a horse show,tractor and truck pull, children’s pedalpull, softball & volleyball tournaments, achildren’s carnival, live music, dancing,and great food. The Dairy Days Paradestarts on Sunday at 1pm and windsthrough the old town. Village Park.608/624-3264.www.soldiersgrove.com/Events.htm(Crawford Co.)

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STURGEON BAYDoor County Lighthouse Festival: A self-guided, county-wide tour of mainlandlighthouses. Walk the grounds and soakin the history of Door County’s fabledlighthouses. Boat tours to and aroundisland lighthouses. Various lighthousesthroughout Door County. 920/743-5958.www.dcmm.org (Door Co.)

WASHINGTON ISLANDWashington Island Canoe & Kayak Event:Annual event includes a marathon racecircumnavigating Washington Island (22miles), half marathon, guided island eco-tour, sea kayak symposium, keynotepresentation, and crossing death’s doorexpedition. New and expert paddlers arewelcome. 920/847-2546.www.washingtonisland.com/visitors-guide/events/ (Door Co.)

JUN 14 SATAMERYAmery Women’s Club Arts & Crafts Fair: Anart & craft fair with a large variety ofvendors. Music, food, and free parkingmake this an Amery area family tradition.North Park. 9am-3pm. 715/268-6666.(Polk Co.)

APPLETONFlag Day Parade: Celebrate America withbands, floats and other displays at thenation’s oldest Flag Day Parade.Downtown. 2-4pm. 920/954-9112.www.appletondowntown.org (CalumetCo.)

BEAVER DAMTaste of Wisconsin: Craft beer and cheesetasting of only Wisconsin-made products.Event is held rain or shine. With eachticket, you receive a souvenir tastingglass, a souvenir program to let youevaluate each beer and cheese, unlimitedsampling of over 100 Wisconsin beersand over 60 Wisconsin cheeses.Downtown. Noon-4pm. 920/887-8879.www.tasteofwisconsin.net (Dodge Co.)

BLUE MOUNDSHorribly Hilly Hundreds: “The ToughestOne-Day Challenge Ride in the Midwest”is not to be missed by serious ridersanywhere - a day of riding that results inan awe-inspiring accumulation of 10,000feet of elevation gain in the Driftless Areaof Wisconsin. Choose between the 100K,150K, and 200K routes. The day iscapped with a meal featuring quality localfood and beer. Blue Mound State Park.608/316-5755. www.horriblyhilly.com(Dane Co.)

CHIPPEWA FALLSLeinie Lodge Annual Family Reunion: TheLeinenkugel brothers invite you to anannual celebration at the Leinie Lodge tosay thank you to Leinie loyalists. Enjoyfamily, food, beer sampling, andentertainment. Leinie Lodge. Festivitiesbegin at 9am. 715/723-5557.www.leinie.com (Chippewa Co.)

EAST TROYWoman’s Club of East Troy Arts & CraftsFair: Annual scholarship fundraiser on thehistoric East Troy Village Square featuresfresh homemade bakery, the East TroyWoman’s Club’s famous barbecue andhot dog plates along with many new andtalented art and craft vendors. On theHistoric Village Square. 9am-4pm.262/642-2326. (Walworth Co.)

FOND DU LACFond du Lac Fun Fly 2014: See all kinds ofradio controlled airplanes, jets andhelicopters. The air show will includeacrobatic planes, big birds and evenamazing two-hundred-mile-per-hourremote control jets that fly, look andsound like the real ones. Food andrefreshments available. Wellnitz Field.9am-4pm. 920/926-0551. www.fdlaa.com(Fond du Lac Co.)

FREDERICFrederic Lion’s Classic Bike Race: 26-Miletime trial with age group awards.Camping the night before and showersafter the race. Frederic High School. Pre-regstration 8am; race 10am. 715/327-4836. www.frederic-wi.com (Polk Co.)

LA CROSSEFreedom Fest: Motorcycle rally, scenic ridethrough beautiful bluffs of southernWisconsin ending back at UW La Crosse,with concerts and fireworks. Generaladmission tickets are just $35/person.UW La Crosse - Veterans Memorial FieldSports Complex. 10:30-11:30amMotorcycle Rally; Ride departs at11:30am. Concert gates open 3pm.Fireworks 10:30pm. 608/779-9994.www.freedomfestlacrosse.com (La CrosseCo.)

MANITOWOC24th Annual Manitowoc Garden Fair: Aparadise for gardeners selling annuals,perennials, herbs, garden art, fine crafts,antiques, statuary, furniture and food.Over 80 vendors. Held rain or shine. Freeadmission & parking. Washington Park.10am-3:30pm. 920/682-2050.(Manitowoc Co.)

MONROEOld Time Cheesemaking at ImoberstegFactory: Watch as Green Countycheesemakers create a wheel of Swisscheese, the old-fashioned way - hand-stirred in a copper kettle at the historicImobersteg Farmstead Cheese Factory.During the day, enjoy music with foodand beverages, featuring signature creampuffs and “Masters” grilled cheesesandwiches. The demonstration will takeplace in a circa late 1800s authenticfarmstead cheese factory, featuring theoriginal equipment that was used whenthe Imobersteg Family made cheeseusing the milk from the cows of theirherd. National Historic CheesemakingCenter. 9am-noon. 608/325-4636.(Green Co.)

NEW GLARUSBBC - Beer, Bacon and Cheese: Stroll thedowntown area and enjoy tastes fromvarious booths - craft brewers, cheeseartisans, and masters of cured meats.Live music downtown in the Polka Festtent. Downtown. 608/527-2095.www.swisstown.com (Green Co.)

RHINELANDERArt Fair on the Courthouse Lawn: Originalartwork and crafts from more than 100Midwestern artisans. Held in conjunctionwith the Headwaters Corvette Club CarShow in downtown Rhinelander on BrownSt. Oneida County Courthouse. 9am-3pm;held rain or shine. 715/365-7464.www.explorerhinelander.com (Oneida Co.)

SHERWOODAurora BayCare High Cliff Triathlon: The11th Annual High Cliff Triathlon takesplace at High Cliff State Park. Select fromtwo degrees of difficulty: Sprint - 1/4-mileswim, 22-mile bike, and 5K run; or HalfIronman - 1.2-mile swim, 56 mile bike,13.1-mile run. High Cliff State Park.Begins at 7am. 800/429-8044.www.midwestsportsevents.com (CalumetCo.)

SISTER BAYSip & Savor with Paddlefest: Children’sparade, kayak and stand up paddleboarddemos/tryouts, Taste of Sister Bay, music,and bonfire in Waterfront Park at sunset.Downtown. 920/854-2812.www.cometosisterbay.com (Door Co.)

SUN PRAIRIETaste of the Arts Fair: Fine arts andcrafters from around the state in abeautiful park setting. Wine and cheesetasting event, food vendor booths,entertainment, children’s playground andmore. Sheehan Park. 9am-4pm.608/837-4547.www.sunprairiechamber.com (Dane Co.)

WISCONSIN DELLSWisconsin Dells Waterslide-athon: Specificwater parks designate one slide as theofficial “Waterslide-athon” slide. Duringthe event, for every guest who goes downthe slide, a donation is given by the waterpark to the Ronald McDonald HouseCharities® of Madison. 8:30am-5:30pm.800/223-3557. www.wisdells.com/(Adams Co.)

JUN 14-15 SAT-SUNCAMBRIDGECambridge Pottery Festival & US PotteryGames: An all-clay art fair. Potters from allover the country meet to exhibit, sell andparticipate in the US Pottery Games.Food, pottery auction, entertainment.Lake Ripley Park. Sat 9am-5pm, Sun10am-4pm. 608/423-3780.www.cambridgepotteryfestival.org (DaneCo.)

CATAWBALumberman’s Day: Saturday at KennanPark - 4K fun run/walk, cash bingo, minirod pull, bean bag tournament,concessions, and a dance. Sunday atCatawba - New Hope Church service,parade, historic town hall open, softballtournament, concessions, BBQ chicken,horseshoe/softball tournaments, loggingcontests, kids’ games, penny scramble,polka music, Queen Coronation and raffledrawing. Catawba Village Park/KennanPark. Starts 3pm on Sat., 9am on Sun.715/474-6626. (Price Co.)

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GLEASONGleason Lions Heritage Days/Mud BogRace: 4x4 trucks compete in a measuredand timed race through a 300 foot mudpit. Free admission. Food and beverageavailable on grounds. Live music Saturdayevening, breakfast and tractor pull onSunday. Lion’s Park. Sat Race Noon-7pm,music 8pm-midnight. Sun Breakfast7am-noon. Tractor pull noon-6pm.715/873-4515. www.merrillchamber.org(Lincoln Co.)

HILLSBOROCesky Den - Czech Heritage Festival:Ethnic festival featuring two days of Czechfood, polka music, dancing, arts andcrafts fair, bake sale, Czech story teller,flea market, and a car show. Firemen’sPark. 608/393-0029. www.ceskyden.com(Vernon Co.)

LAKE GENEVAGeneva Lake Art Association 14th AnnualPaint-In: Artists from Wisconsin andIllinois paint on the streets of LakeGeneva. Downtown Sidewalks of LakeGeneva. 9am-4pm. 262/249-7988.www.genevalakeart.org (Walworth Co.)

NEENAHNeenah StreetBall Challenge: Wisconsin’spremier 3-on-3 basketball tournament isopen to males and females ages 8 andup. Over 300 teams from across thecountry participate each year. Downtown.Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 9:30am-5pm.920/722-1920. www.neenah.org(Winnebago Co.)

NORTH BENDNorth Bend Days: Saturday eveningincludes food, beverages, boat races andlive music. Parade Sunday at 1:30pm, 4-wheel poker run, and kids’ games.Downtown. 608/498-0040. (Jackson Co.)

ST CROIX FALLSFete de Fleurs at Chateau St. Croix Winery:Summer festival featuring wine tasting,tours, gourmet food vendors, art & craftbooths, live music, and carriage rides.Chateau St. Croix Winery. Sat 11am-7pm,Sun 11am-5pm. 715/483-2556.www.chateaustcroix.com (Polk Co.)

WITHEEWithee Days: Softball tournament, foodand entertainment, afternoon games,evening live music, food and beverage,chicken BBQ, and parade. WitheeFairgrounds & Ballpark. 715/229-2782.www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org (ClarkCo.)

JUN 14-22 SAT-SUNMARINETTEPorterfield Country Music Festival:Camping, concessions, and top Nashvillerecording stars. Green’s Green AcresCampground. 715/789-2130.www.countrymusicfestival.com (MarinetteCo.)

JUN 15 SUNCHIPPEWA FALLSFATFAR - Frenchtown Annual Tube Floatand Regatta: The world’s largest tubingand float event. Join the fun and floatdown the Chippewa River. Loopy’s willhave food and entertainment all day,along with tube rentals. Must be 21.Loopy’s Grill & Saloon. Starts at noon.715/723-5667. www.723loop.com(Chippewa Co.)

MILWAUKEELakefront Festival of Arts: One of thecountry’s finest juried art shows, thisfamily-friendly festival features 189national artists who display and sell.Sculpture garden, children’s art activities,entertainment, artist demonstrations andfood/beverage vendors. Milwaukee ArtMuseum. Fri: 10am-10pm, Sat: 10am-7pm, Sun: 10am-5pm. 414/224-3200.www.mam.org (Milwaukee Co.)

WAUKESHAFiesta Waukesha: Three-day music andcultural festival held on the banks of theFox River to promote multiculturalawareness. The free festival offers a widevariety of Hispanic entertainment, LatinAmerican cuisine, amusement rides,children’s area and much more. FramePark. Fri 4-11pm, Sat & Sun 11am-11pm. 262/547-0887.www.lacasadeesperanza.org/fiesta.html(Waukesha Co.)

WILLARDWillard Annual Polka Fest: Enjoy a fullline-up of polka bands and dancingduring this 3-day event. Admission fee.Campsites available near festival. WillardCommunity Center. Fri 6:30pm-10pm, Sat11am-10pm, Sun 11:30am-5:30pm.715/267-6639. www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org (Rusk Co.)

JUN 21 SATALGOMALadies Festival: Everything for the ladies:wine, food, music, dance lessons, truffles,massage and shopping all in onepackage. von Stiehl Winery. 11am-7pm.920/487-5208. www.vonstiehl.com(Kewaunee Co.)

EAGLEMidsummer Magic at Old WorldWisconsin: Spend an enjoyable eveningstrolling the grounds, sampling foods,shopping and listening to music duringour annual adult fundraising eventsponsored by the Old World Foundation.Separate ticket required. Old WorldWisconsin. 6-9pm. 262/594-2922.www.friendsoww.org (Waukesha Co.)

FOND DU LACFather’s Day Antique Car & Truck Show:The car show will feature hundreds ofcars and trucks from all over Wisconsinalong with 50s and 60s music, a BestDads contest, raffle, food, drinks, trophiesand lots of family fun. Lakeside Park.8am-4pm. 920/922-8486.www.fdl.net/optimist (Fond du Lac Co.)

KINGAmerican Legion & Auxiliary King Day:Chicken barbecue in the park, bandconcerts and a parade. WisconsinVeterans Home & Museum. 10:30am-3:30pm. 715/258-4247. (Lincoln Co.)

WATERTOWNWatertown Outdoor Art Festival: Juried fineart, originals and prints of artist. Allpainting mediums, photography, pottery,jewelry, sculpture, fine wood craft, andmetal work. Live music, children’s playarea, children’s art booth, andconcessions. Riverside Park Island.10am-4pm. 608/655-3437.www.watertownart.com (Dodge Co.)

JUN 17-18 TUE-WEDGREEN BAYIf Tombstones Could Talk: Meet some ofGreen Bay’s famous and not-so-famousdeparted citizens as they describe theirlives on the Wisconsin frontier. Outdoorwalking tour with costumed actors.Admission fee. Fort Howard MemorialPark. 6:30pm. 920/437-1840.www.browncohistoricalsoc.org (BrownCo.)

JUN 17-19 TUE-THUAPPLETONWIAA State Spring Baseball Tournament:Divisions 1 through 4 compete for thestate high school baseball championship.Fox Cities Stadium. 715/344-8580.www.wiaawi.org (Calumet Co.)

JUN 19 THUMILWAUKEEJuneteenth Day Celebration: JuneteenthDay commemorates the end of slavery.Festivities begin with a parade and endwith a street festival featuringentertainment and food. Martin LutherKing Drive. 414/372-3770. (MilwaukeeCo.)

JUN 19-21 THU-SATAPPLETONDarboy Chickenfest: Community festivalcelebrating chicken. Friday nightfireworks, live music (local bands &Saturday afternoon national musical acts),carnival rides and games. DarboyCommunity Park. Thur 5-10pm, Fri 5pm-Midnight, Sat 11am-Midnight. 920/277-8028. www.darboyfest.org (Calumet Co.)

JUN 19-22 THU-SUNHAYWARDMusky Festival: Annual event with morethan 100 art & craft booths, sidewalksales, live music, street dances, parade,kids’ games, ethnic food, carnival, 5Krun, Queen’s Pageant, and fishingcontests. Downtown. 715/634-8662.www.muskyfestival.com (Sawyer Co.)

TOMAHBudweiser Dairyland Super National Truck& Tractor Pull: Annual event includespulling of semis, 4WD, 2WD, dieseltrucks, unlimited tractors, modifiedtractors, super stock tractors, mini rodsand super farm tractors. Commercial andvendor exhibits, art/craft show, fleamarket. Recreation Park. Sessions: Thur7pm, Fri & Sat noon & 6pm, Sun noon.608/372-2081.www.tomahtractorpull.com (Monroe Co.)

JUN 20-21 FRI-SATGREEN BAYSavour Green Bay: The event bringstogether local food and lifestyle featuringrestaurants, wineries and breweries. Enjoyculinary demonstrations, a market place,food-focused activities for children andmusical performances. Arts Events Inc.Fri 4-10pm, Sat 11am-9pm. 920/435-5220. www.artseventsinc.com (BrownCo.)

PEWAUKEEPewaukee Beach Party with the LakeCountry Clean Water Festival: The street isblocked off for this two-day lakefrontfestival filled with entertainment, livemusic, food and beverage, wateractivities, ski show, children’s activitiesand an all-you-can-eat pancakebreakfast. Lakefront. Fri 5-11:30pm, Sat7am-11:30pm. 262/695-1492.www.pewaukeekiwanis.org (WaukeshaCo.)

JUN 20-22 FRI-SUNELLSWORTHEllsworth Cheese Curd Festival: A fun andfood-filled weekend for the whole family.Music, parade, bingo, live auction, pedaltractor pull, craft vendors, and more. EastEnd Park. 715/273-6442.www.ellsworthchamber.com/cheese-curd-festival.html (Pierce Co.)

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EPHRAIMFyr Bal Festival: Boat regatta, Ephraimhistorical walking tours, crafts, music,food booths, fish boil, traditionalScandinavian dancers and singers,Chieftain ceremony, fireworks over EagleHarbor at sunset Saturday night andmany other activities. Eagle Harbor.920/854-4989. www.ephraim-doorcounty.com (Door Co.)

HAYWARDSawyer County Dairy Breakfast: Blueberrypancakes, sausage, strawberries,whipped cream, cranberry juice, milk,cheese and coffee. Antique tractors andtools, toy pedal tractor display, petting zooand more! Fun for the entire family!Admission fee. Sawyer CountyFairgrounds. 6:30-11am. 715/462-4608.(Sawyer Co.)

KENOSHASalute to Freedom: Stop by the Civil WarMuseum for free family activities,performances and programs. Civil WarMuseum. 10am-4pm. 262/653-4141.www.thecivilwarmuseum.org (KenoshaCo.)

RACINELighthouse Run: Choose from 4 and 10mile competitive runs or a 2 milerun/walk. Kids race and mascot race. Allroutes follow Racine’s beautiful LakeMichigan shoreline. Downtown. 262/634-1994. www.lighthouserun.com (RacineCo.)

SUN PRAIRIEAnnual Strawberry Fest & Craft Fair:Family-friendly strawberry festivalfeaturing craft fair, run/walk, breakfastand lunch, raffles, children’s carnival,computer arcade, book sale, lots ofdelicious strawberries, and much more.Colonial Club Senior Activity Center. 8am-3pm. 608/837-4611.www.colonialclub.org (Dane Co.)

WAUPACAStrawberry Fest: Strawberry shortcake,fresh strawberries for sale, arts and crafts,live music, food, children’s activities, andmuch more. Downtown. 9am-4pm.715/258-7343.www.waupacamemories.com (WaupacaCo.)

JUN 21-22 SAT-SUNBARABOONative American Artifact & Antique Show:Early bird special opening for buyers Frievening. Many dealers selling NativeAmerican beadwork, baskets, pottery,textiles, jewelry, knives & stone. Dealersalso selling Pre-Columbian, African &New Guinea tribal art. Sauk CountyFairgrounds. Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 8am-2pm. 920/923-3842. baraboo.com (SaukCo.)

EAGLEThe World of Little House: A full month ofdaily activities that let you live like Lauraand the Ingalls family and friends. Dressas a character from one of the LittleHouse books and receive a discount onadmission. Old World Wisconsin.262/594-6300.www.oldworldwisconsin.org (WaukeshaCo.)

GREEN BAYHeritage Hill- Civil War Reenactment:Visitors will have the opportunity to viewdemonstrations of Civil War life from boththe military and civilian perspectivesincluding the weapons they used and themedical practices of the time. A specialtreat for the youth is an opportunity tobecome a soldier for a part of the day,complete with marching training andeating lunch with your fellow Civil Warsoldiers. 10am-4:30pm. 920/448-5150.www.heritagehillgb.org (Brown Co.)

LAC DU FLAMBEAULakesFest: 18th annual environmental fairwith exhibits from local and stateagencies. Enjoy live entertainment, canoeraces open to the public with cash prizes,kids games and activities, free hot dogsand soda plus raffles every hour. Lake ofthe Torches Resort Casino. 10am-3pm.715/588-3346.www.lacduflambeauchamber.com (VilasCo.)

WAUPACAStrawberry Fest Model Railroad Show:Featuring ten operating model railroadlayouts, a hands-on Thomas the TankEngine layout for the children, swap/salestables, hobby shop dealers and vendors.Automobiles, trucks, ships, all militarymodels, train engines, cars, structures,Legos and miscellaneous. WaupacaRecreation Center. Sat 10am-5pm; Sun10am-3pm. 715/824-2045.www.wamrltd.com (Waupaca Co.)

WAUSAUBadger State Summer Games: Wisconsin’spremier Olympic-style sports festival forpeople of all ages and skill levels. We arevery excited to be offering 12 sports thissummer which includes two new sportsand the return of one of our team sports.Information on the website is activelybeing updated to reflect the newlocations, dates and event information.6/21 Duathlon, 6/27-29 numerous eventsincluding: Archery, Bowling, Clay TargetSports, Disc Golf, Golf, Martial Arts,Soccer, Swimming, Track & Field,Ultimate Frisbee, and Wrestling. Variouslocations. 715/355-8788.www.badgerstategames.org (MarathonCo.)

JUN 21-28 SATMADISONGRABAAWR: This seven-day, fullysupported tour begins at the headwatersof the Wisconsin River. Cyclists followmuch of the 472-mile length of the riveras they pedal from the Northwoods to theDriftless area (average of 70 mi./day).Rider limit of 1000. Two Bicycles & aMap, Ltd. 608/843-8412.www.bikewisconsin.com (Dane Co.)

JUN 22 SUNALBANYAlbany Lions Car Show: An impressivevariety of vehicles, a great selection offood and drink, and great music. AlbanyLions Building. 608/751-2895. (GreenCo.)

BARABOOCircus of Chefs... The Gala 2014: Tastesignature culinary innovations and samplea refreshing array of beverages, enjoy livejazz music and a martini bar whilebrowsing sensational silent auctionpackages featuring fine art, jewelry, thelatest electronics, vacation packages andrare photographic prints from CircusWorld’s priceless collection of glass-platenegatives. Circus World. 5-9pm. 608/356-8341. circusworld.wisconsinhistory.org(Sauk Co.)

KENOSHAMasters of the Grill: The 22nd annualMasters of the Grill is sure to sell out, aspast events have. There will be chefsfrom all over cooking everything fromdesserts to appetizers on the grill.Mangia offers seasonal cooking classesthroughout the year with Chef/Owner TonyMantuano. Mangia Trattoria. 262/652-4285. www.kenoshamangia.com(Kenosha Co.)

PLEASANT PRAIRIEPleasant Prairie Triathlon: This first-classtriathlon brings over 1,300 athletes fromacross the Midwest. Events include:Triathlon: Sprint & International Divisions;Duathlon: Sprint Division; Team:International Division. Prairie SpringsPark. 6:30am. 262/925-6742.www.recplexonline.com (Kenosha Co.)

WAUKESHACarl Zach Cycling Classic: Hundreds ofcompetitors from around the worldcompete on the city streets in this annualinternational cycling race. Food, music,“Art on the Avenue,” children’s activities,and more. Historic Downtown Waukesha.11am-7:30pm. 262/524-3737.www.ci.waukesha.wi.us (Waukesha Co.)

JUN 24-28 TUE-SATOSHKOSHCountry USA: Country music festival withsome of the hottest stars in Nashville.Special VIP and reserved seating,camping, marketplace & concessions.Ford Festival Park. 920/882-4949.www.countryusaoshkosh.com (WinnebagoCo.)

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JUN 25-29 WED-SUNMILWAUKEESummerfest: Celebrate summer at theworld’s largest music festival. 11-dayevent offers top-notch musicalentertainment on 13 stages. Good food,comedians, a children’s play area, dailydemonstrations and activities, andexciting amusement park rides. HenryMaier Festival Park. 414/273-3378.www.summerfest.com (Milwaukee Co.)

JUN 26-29 THU-SUNCADOTTCountry Fest: Enjoy a naturalamphitheater, superb sound system,jumbo screens, picture-taking line up tothe stage, great food, souvenirs, 8,000spacious campsites right next to theconcert area, showers, security, medical,and convenient stores. Chippewa ValleyMusic Festival Grounds. Thur 3:30pm-1am, Fri-Sat 11am-1am, Sun 8am-11:30pm. 715/289-4401, 800/326-3378.www.countryfest.com (Chippewa Co.)

CLEAR LAKEClear Lake Heritage Days: Four days offun with Bingo, a pancake breakfast,concerts, a dance, parade, QueenPageant, arts & crafts show, demolitionderby, car, motorcycle and vintagesnowmobile show, carnival rides andgames. Grimes Drive. Former AthleticField. 715/263-2157.www.clearlakewi.com (Polk Co.)

OREGONOregon Summer Fest: Carnival midway,great food, nightly music, beer tent, 5KClassic, classic car show, huge parade onSunday, softball tournament. KiserFiremen’s Park. Thurs 5-10pm, Fri & Sat8am-1am, Sun noon-7pm. 608/835-3697. www.oregonwisummerfest.com(Dane Co.)

JUN 27-29 FRI-SUNMILLTOWNMilltown Fishermen’s Party: 66th AnnualCelebration: food, tournaments, bingo,kids events, book sale, music, paradeand raffle drawing on Sunday. Downtown.5pm Friday, 10am Sat. & Sun. 715/825-2222. www.milltown-wi.com (Polk Co.)

NEW GLARUSHeidi Festival: Heidi drama performances,chicken BBQ on Friday, craft fair andmini expo in Village Park on Saturday andSunday, and Taste of New Glarus(Downtown) on Saturday. VariousLocations. 608/527-2095. swisstown.com(Green Co.)

WAUSAUSt. Anne’s Polka Fest: Live music,dancing, bingo, softball tournament, kids’games, Friday fish fry, Sunday chickendinner, Polka Mass, craft sale, great foodand much more. St. Anne’s CatholicChurch. 715/849-3930.www.stanneswausau.org (Marathon Co.)

JUN 28 SATJANESVILLEFreedom Fest: Family-friendly, alcohol-free, patriotic community event. Activitiesinclude carnival rides, an inflatableobstacle course, bungee run, joustinggame, video game tent, parents tent andlive music throughout the entire

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PRESQUE ISLECountry Fair: Enjoy an old fashionedcountry fair atmosphere with music,games, arts and crafts and much more asyou stroll up and down Main Street.Downtown. 10am-4pm. 715/686-2910.www.presqueisle.com (Vilas Co.)

HILLSBOROCesky Den - Czech Heritage Festival:Ethnic festival featuring two days of Czechfood, polka music, dancing, arts andcrafts fair, bake sale, Czech story teller,flea market, and a car show. HillsboroFiremen’s Park. 608/393-0029.www.ceskyden.com (Vernon Co.)

MINERAL POINTDriftless Fibre Arts Faire: Join de la Pearfiber art gallery and area fiber artists foran exciting and creative weekendcelebration of fibers in the magical settingof Shake Rag Alley in Mineral Point, WI.In addition to a “Sheep to Shawl”demonstration there will be alpacas andsheep onsite, fiber, yarn, roving, textileart, original handmade textiles and muchmore for sale! Local food, wine andcheese will also be available for purchase.

This event is sponsored by de la Pear andfree to the public. Shake Rag Alley, Inc.608/215-9429. (Iowa Co.)

MINOCQUAJune Bloom Arts & Crafts Festival: Uniquehandcrafted items by over 75 exhibitors.The craft vendors and artisans featured atthe show are selected for their handmadecraftsmanship and artistic talents. Visitorswill see original artwork, pottery, jewelry,tapestries, clothing, photography, woodcreations, leather goods and more. TorpyPark. 715/356-5266.minocquaartsandcrafts.com/ (Oneida Co.)

RACINEMonument Square Art Festival: Returningto its original home, one of Wisconsin’soldest and most respected juried fine artsfairs presents 80 artists from around thecountry exhibiting works in a variety ofmedia. Live entertainment, silent auctionand children’s activities make this a must-see event. Monument Square. 262/635-0261. www.monumentsquareartfest.com/(Racine Co.)

afternoon. The day starts at 11am andculminates with fireworks at 9:30pm. NewLife Assembly of God. 11am-10pm.608/756-4175.www.freedomfestnewlife.com (Rock Co.)

MADISONRhythm & Booms: CelebrateIndependence Day with the wonderfulRhythm & Booms fireworks show. Newfor 2014, Rhythm & Booms has beenmoved to Lake Monona. Lake Monona.Fireworks begin 9:30pm. 608/276-9797.www.madisonfestivals.com/ (Dane Co.)

WARRENSCranberry Blossom Day: Come see thebeautiful cranberry blossoms, watchhoney bees busy pollinating the blossomsand learn how cranberries grow. Followingyour tour at the marsh, stop by theWisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center inthe Village of Warrens for cranberry wineand gourmet cranberry food productsampling. Wisconsin Cranberry DiscoveryCenter. Marsh tours Sat 9am-11am;Discovery Center open 9am-4pm.608/378-4878.www.discovercranberries.com (MonroeCo.)

WASHBURNSuperior Vistas Bike Tour: Novice andexperienced bicyclists ride a scenic mixof paved roads past farmland, forest,lakes, gently rolling hills, vistas and viewsof Lake Superior. Choose either 13, 19,34, 40, 52, 70 or 100 miles. Ride is fullysupported with maps, support vehiclesand food and beverage stops en route.Food, music and fun at the finish. This isa ride not a race - great for families andindividuals. Thompson’s West End Park.8am. 715/682-2500, 800/284-9484.www.superiorvistas.org (Bayfield Co.)

JUN 28-29 SAT-SUNCARLSVILLERenaissance Fantasy Faire: Prepare tostep back in time to an Olde Worldharvest festival in Renaissance Europe.See gallant knights, fair ladies and fairies,brazen wenches and damsels in distress,wizards and dragons, merry men andminstrels, gypsies and royalty. KuehnAcres Farm. 10am-6pm. 920/973-8233.www.doorcowirenaissance.com (Door Co.)

CEDARBURGCedarburg Strawberry Festival: Visitors willenjoy Arts On The Avenue, Plein AirPainting Contest, strawberry wine,strawberry desserts, fresh strawberriesand food courts all over town. Live bandsand hayrides. Take part in contests:Strawberry Shortcake Eating, BubblegumBlowing and Berry Bobbing, as well asenjoy Kids Korner Activities in CedarCreek Park and visit Wisconsin Museumof Quilts and Fiber Arts. DowntownHistoric District. Sat 10am-6pm, Sun10am-5pm. 262/377-5856.www.cedarburg.org (Ozaukee Co.)

JUN 29 SUNKINGDisabled American Veterans King Day:Roast beef dinner in the park, bandconcert and door prizes. WisconsinVeterans Home & Museum. 715/258-4247. (Lincoln Co.)

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JUL 1-6 TUE-SUNMILWAUKEESummerfest: Celebrate summer at theworld’s largest music festival. 11-dayevent offers top-notch musicalentertainment on 13 stages. Good food,comedians, a children’s play area, dailydemonstrations and activities, andexciting amusement park rides. HenryMaier Festival Park. 414/273-3378.www.summerfest.com (Milwaukee Co.)

JUL 2-6 WED-SUNOSHKOSHSawdust Days: Go back in time to the1870s when Oshkosh had 24 sawmills,15 shingle mills, 7 sash and doorfactories and was known as the “SawdustCity.” The festival features five days ofmusic, food, parades and the largest 4thof July fireworks display in the Fox Valleyon the shores of Lake Winnebago.Menominee Park. 920/235-5584.www.sawdustdays.com (Winnebago Co.)

JUL 3 THUMILWAUKEEDowntown Milwaukee Fireworks:Spectacular fireworks along Milwaukee’sbeautiful lakefront just north of the WarMemorial Center. Family festival activitiesand entertainment begin at noon.Veterans Park. Approximately 9:30 pm.800/554-1448. www.visitmilwaukee.org(Milwaukee Co.)

JUL 3-5 THU-SATLA CROSSERiverfest: This annual festival featurestop-name entertainment for all ages andcontinuous events. Enjoy fireworks on the4th at dusk, a food fair, beverage tent,crafts, live music and dance. La CrosseRiverside Park. 608/782-6000.www.riverfestlacrosse.com (La Crosse Co.)

MANAWAMid-Western Rodeo: Bull and broncriding, steer wrestling, team and tie downroping and women’s barrel racing. Eventalso includes pony rides, vendors, freedances after the evening rodeoperformances, and chicken BBQ.Saturday morning Stampede 5K/10Krun/walk is followed by a huge rodeoparade at 10am. Rodeo Grounds.

Performances Thurs & Fri at 7:30pm, Satat 2pm & 7:30pm. 800/747-6336,920/596-2005. www.manawarodeo.org(Waupaca Co.)

JUL 3-6 THU-SUNEAST TROYEast Troy Lions Club Fourth of JulyCelebration: Huge carnival on the midwayand the area’s largest beer tent featuringlive music daily and multiple food standsall four days. Fireworks are scheduled forSaturday at dusk with the Kiddie Parade,truck and tractor pulls, car show andsoftball tournament also set for Saturday.East Troy Amusement Park. 262/366-1765. www.easttroylions.org (WalworthCo.)

HUDSONBooster Days: Annual Independence Daycelebration including a carnival, food,bands, games, a parade and fireworks.Lakefront Park. 10am-midnight. 715/386-8411. www.hudsonboosters.org (St. CroixCo.)

WAUSAUWausau Area 4th of July Celebration:Wausau Area Jaycee’s 4th of Julycelebration. Enjoy carnival rides, games,live entertainment, food, and fireworks.Marathon Park. 715/842-2688.(Marathon Co.)

JUL 4-5 FRI-SATEAGLE RIVERWatermelon Days Craft Fest: Craft and giftfestival, family entertainment, and freewatermelon while it lasts. Vilas CountyFairgrounds. 9:30am-4:30pm. 715/675-6201. (Vilas Co.)

PHILLIPSPrice County Airport & Harbor View Fly-In /Float-In & Lake, Rattle & Roll: Enjoy anaerobatic show Friday at 7pm at theairport. Breakfast buffet Saturday morningat Harbor View. Plane rides, Lake, Rattle& Roll - live band Saturday on the shoresof Long Lake at Harbor View. PriceCounty Airport activities are free to thepublic. Harbor View Pub & Eatery. Fri.7pm; Sat. 8am-midnight. 715/339-3701,715/339-2626. www.co.price.wi.us/ (PriceCo.)

JUL 4-6 FRI-SUNBLACK CREEKAltrusa Polkafest: 5 Great Polka Bands!Air-conditioned hall. Raised hardwoodfloor. Tickets and 3-day passes at thedoor. Theme Basket Raffles. Food sold onsite. RV parking. Fundraiser forCommunity Service Projects. Romy’sNitingale. Fri 6-10pm; Sat 12:30pm-8:30pm; Sun Polka Mass 10am, Music11:30am- 6:30pm (Schedule subject tochange). 920/731-8869.www.appletonaltrusa.com (OutagamieCo.)

EAGLEOld World Fourth of July: Three days ofgames, patriotic activities and an old-fashioned parade. Try climbing thegreased pole, help make ice cream, enterthe pie-eating contest or test yourmuscles in a tug-o-war competition. OldWorld Wisconsin. 10am-5pm. 262/594-6300. (Waukesha Co.)

ELKHART LAKEElkhart Lake Fireman’s July 4th WeekendCelebration: A family event with music,children’s games, food, fireworks, andparade. Fireman’s Park and Beach onElkhart Lake. 920/876-3788. (SheboyganCo.)

HATFIELDHatfield Flea Market and Craft sale: Over200 vendors, food, music, parade,fireworks and activities for the entirefamily. Thunderbird Village. 8am-5pm.608/989-2275. www.blackrivercountry.net(Jackson Co.)

ONEIDAOneida Pow-wow: Native Americandancers from around the country meetover the weekend to compete for prizemoney. Event also offers Native Americanfoods, crafts, and Lacrosse exhibitions. Afamily event for all cultures. Norbert HillCenter Pow-wow Grounds. 920/713-0608. www.oneidanation.org (OutagamieCo.)

RED CLIFFAnnual Red Cliff Traditional Pow-wow:Experience traditional Chippewahospitality and culture at this NorthernWisconsin celebration. The public isinvited to enjoy dancers in colorfulregalia, singers, drums and drummers,artists and vendors. Red Cliff Pow-wowGrounds – Pageant Grounds. Fri OpenDrum; Sat Grand Entries 1pm & 7pm,Feast 5pm; Sun Feast 11am, GrandEntry 1pm. 715/779-3700. www.redcliff-nsn.gov/ (Bayfield Co.)

JUL 5 SATFIFIELDLawn Mower Races: Six classes - IMOW,AP, SP, STOCK, BP, and FX plus kidsclasses; Two races – 12 hp stock and12hp modified; trophies for top fiveplaces. Concessions will be available.Fifield Ballpark. Time trials at noon, races1pm. 715/762-4739.www.tn.fifield.wi.gov/ (Price Co.)

PHILLIPSArt & More on the Lakeshore: Arts & craftsby 100 artists, music & concessions. ElkLake/Lionite Park. 9am-4pm. 715/339-4446, 715/339-2425. (Price Co.)

RICHLAND CENTER3rd Annual PiTri Challenge: Paddle 4.4miles on the Pine River, pedal 12 miles,and run 3 miles. Must pre-register.Krouskop Park. Check-in begins at 7am.608/647-8842. www.pitrichallenge.org(Richland Co.)

SEELEYNamekagon Art & Music Festival:Featuring fine artisans in a wide variety ofmediums. Live regional musicians, writtenword with a poetry jam contest and liveoriginal theater. Kids’ activity tent,demonstrations from various artisans,food, drink and fun for the whole family.Downtown. 10am-4pm. 715/634-8662.www.cablehaywardarts.org (Sawyer Co.)

JUL 5-6 SAT-SUNCARLSVILLERenaissance Fantasy Faire: See gallantknights, fair ladies and fairies, brazenwenches and damsels in distress, wizardsand dragons, merry men and minstrels,gypsies and royalty. Kuehn Acres Farm.10am-6pm. 920/973-8233.www.doorcowirenaissance.com (Door Co.)

EAGLE RIVEREagle River Antique Extravaganza Show &Sale: Annual show with more than 50quality dealers featured. Crystal and chinarepair on site. Admission fee. NorthlandPines High School. Sat 9am-5pm, Sun10am-4pm. 608/385-3598. (Vilas Co.)

JACKSONPORTArt on the Scenic Side: Art and craft fairalong with refreshments and family fun.Lakeside Park. 920/854-9372.www.jacksonport.net (Door Co.)

JUL 6 SUNSHEBOYGAN FALLSDucktona 500: Thousands of plasticducks race down the Sheboygan River forcash prizes. Classic car show, arts andcrafts, live music, kid’s games, ponyrides, petting zoo, Big Wheel Race forages 4-7, food court and more. RiverPark. 920/467-6206.www.sheboyganfalls.org (Sheboygan Co.)

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WINCHESTERPicnic in the Park: Enjoy music, games,food and fun. Sponsored by theWinchester Fire & Rescue Services.Winchester Town Park. Noon-5pm.715/686-2584. www.winchester-wi.org(Vilas Co.)

JUL 7-13 MON-SUNBARABOOSauk County Fair: Animals, 4-H exhibits,midway rides and games, displays of areabusinesses, and beer tent withentertainment. Grandstand shows includeconcerts, truck and tractor pulls, anddemolition derbies. Sauk CountyFairgrounds. 608/356-8707.www.saukcountyfair.com (Sauk Co.)

JUL 9-13 WED-SUNCHIPPEWA FALLSNorthern Wisconsin State Fair: Annual fairwith livestock, crafts, homemaking andeducational exhibits, and outstanding 4-Hdisplays. More than a mile of midwaythrills, great food stands, and freegrandstand entertainment. NorthernWisconsin State Fairgrounds. 10am-11pm. 715/723-2861.www.northernwistatefair.com (ChippewaCo.)

JEFFERSONJefferson County Fair: Midway rides,grandstand entertainment, Badger StateTractor Pull, truck pull, demolition derby,exhibits, demonstrations, and countrymusic. Jefferson County Fair Park. 8am-11pm. 920/674-7148.www.jeffersoncountyfairpark.com(Jefferson Co.)

SISTER BAYDoor County Folk Festival: Featuringdance and music workshops, parties andconcerts, children’s programs, fish boildinner, music and dance in the park andmuch more. Various locations. 920/421-2986. www.dcff.net (Door Co.)

WESTFIELDMarquette County Fair: Exhibits, carnivalrides, games, food and refreshments.Marquette County Fair Grounds.608/297-3141. (Marquette Co.)

JUL 10 THUEAGLE RIVERGuides & Kids Day: Fun-filled day forchildren between the ages of 7 and 12years. Area guides come together toshare the beautiful Northwoods by takinga child fishing for the afternoon. VilasCounty Fairgrounds. 10am-3pm.715/479-6400. www.eagleriver.org (VilasCo.)

ST. GERMAINChristmas in July Craft Fair: St. Germain’slargest craft fair featuring children’sattractions, pet parade and a visit fromSanta! Great food available in the shelter.St. Germain Community Park. 9am-3pm.715/477-2205. www.st-germain.com(Vilas Co.)

JUL 10-12 THU-SATSPOONERAnnual Heart of the North Rodeo:Competitors pit their skills against theclock and Barnes Company’s biggest,roughest and wiliest stock in pro rodeo’s

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JUL 10-13 THU-SUNIOLAIola Old Car Show & Swap Meet:Midwest’s largest old car show heldannually. The show has a “Teamed toLearn” education tent, 4,430 swap meetspaces, car corral area with vehicles2000 and older. Great food and campingis available. Admission fee. Iola Old CarShow Grounds. Gates open daily at 6am.715/445-4000. www.iolaoldcarshow.com(Waupaca Co.)

MILWAUKEEBastille Days: The streets of Milwaukeeare transformed into a mini French citycomplete with an Eiffel Tower. Enjoy streetentertainers, a marketplace, more than25 sidewalk crafts, and the annual Stormthe Bastille 5K fun run/walk. EastTown/Cathedral Square. Thur-Sat. 11am-Midnight; Sun 11am-9pm. 414/271-1416. www.easttown.com (MilwaukeeCo.)

MINERAL POINTWoodlanders Gathering: WoodlandersGathering has been described as summercamp for adults and there are plenty ofactivities to choose from with over 50workshops offered. Rustic crafts andtraditional knowledge will be espousedover 4 days. Come have the time of yourlife and experience the magic of ShakeRag Alley Center for the Arts. Shake RagAlley, Inc. Thur, Fri & Sat 7:30am–9pm,Sun 7:30am–5pm. 608/987-3292,608/987-3292. www.shakeragalley.com(Iowa Co.)

NEW RICHMONDFun Fest: Four days of fun including acarnival, entertainment, food stands, beertent, sporting events, Grand Parade andmore. Cyclone Park. Thurs noon-10pm,Fri & Sat noon-12:30am, Sun noon-4pm.715/246-2900.www.newrichmondfunfest.com (St. CroixCo.)

OSHKOSHLifest: Wisconsin’s largest Christian musicfestival with 150 acts on seven stages.Christian rock with music andentertainment, games, fireworks, worshipservices, swimming, pottery workshopsand more. Sunnyview Expo Center.920/738-5588. www.lifest.com(Winnebago Co.)

RHINELANDERHodag Country Music Festival: Top countrymusic stars, on-site camping, countryvendors and state band contest. HodagFestival Grounds. 715/369-1300.www.hodag.com (Oneida Co.)

RIVER FALLSRiver Falls Days: Festivities include aFriday evening parade, 10K/2mile/Kids’Fun Run, live music and outdoordancing, food vendors, fireworks, truckand tractor pulls and much more.Downtown. 715/425-7433.www.rfchamber.com (Pierce Co.)

ELLSWORTHPolka Fest: Great fun on two woodendance floors. Attracts visitors from acrossthe country. Space for motor homes andRVs on grounds. Food and refreshments.Ecumenical service 10:30am Sunday.Pierce County Fairgrounds. 715/273-5596. www.pressenter.com/~epolka(Pierce Co.)

GREENWOODGreenwood SummerFest: Communitychurch service, volleyball tournament,horse pull, Queen coronation, arts andcrafts fair, city wide garage sales,Stampede 2 and 5-mile walk/run, DairyDays Parade & Kiddie Parade, pedaltractor pull, carnival, bands,entertainment, food and quilt show.Downtown. 715/267-6205.greenwoodwi.com (Clark Co.)

LAC DU FLAMBEAUBear River Pow-wow: Annual traditionalpow-wow bringing tribes from across thenation to celebrate together. Open to thepublic to share in crafts, food anddancing. Bear River Pow-wow Grounds.Grand entry Friday at 7pm; Saturday at1pm & 7pm; and Sunday at 1pm.715/588-3333. (Vilas Co.)

MONTICELLOMonticello Homecoming: Live music, fishboil, carnival, tug-of-war competition,chicken barbecue, sand and mudvolleyball tournaments, motorcycle pokerride, and food stands featuringhomemade pie and deep fried cheesecurds made right in Monticello. FireworksSat evening. Homecoming parade Sun at2pm. 608/938-4383. (Green Co.)

NEILLSVILLENeillsville Heritage Days: Enjoy live music,Queen’s coronation, karaoke, ATV pull,Sunday parade, quilt show, chicken BBQ,water fights, kids’ games and more.Schuster Park. 715/743-6444.www.neillsville.org (Clark Co.)

NEW HOLSTEINNew Holstein Fireman’s Picnic: Includeslive music Saturday night and Sundayafternoon. Friday night is family night.Saturday night is the largest fireworksdisplay north of Milwaukee. A hugeparade begins at 11am on Sundayfollowed by a chicken dinner. Alsoavailable all weekend are carnival rides,food and beverages. Civic Park. 920/898-5766. (Calumet Co.)

WAUSAUWausau Balloon Rally & Glow: Live music,delicious food, children’s rides, helicopterand plane rides, kite-flyingdemonstrations, a spectacular fireworksshow, and beautiful hot air balloons. BigBull Falls BBQ Rib Fest, BarnstormerPlane Rides, 20 hot air balloons, WI KiteClub, Noon Optimist Trout Pond andKiwanis pancake breakfast. Live music.Wausau Municipal Airport. 715/843-0748. www.wausauareaevents.org(Marathon Co.)

JUL 11-12 FRI-SATBOULDER JUNCTIONBoulder Junction Lioness Antiques Show &Sale: Dealers from several states offer finefurniture, glass, textiles and collectibles ofall kinds. Bake sale and luncheon.Boulder Junction Community Center.9am-4pm. 715/588-3665.www.boulderjct.com (Vilas Co.)

DELAFIELDDelafield Block Party: Food & MusicFestival: Enjoy live bands and areachamber member restaurants servingtheir specialties. A community event forthe entire family. Downtown. 5pm-midnight. 262/646-8100.www.visitdelafield.org (Waukesha Co.)

MEQUONGathering on the Green: Two days ofmusical entertainment. Rotary Park.262/236-0510.www.gatheringonthegreen.org (OzaukeeCo.)

PEWAUKEEPewaukee Multisport Weekend: Course isideal for both seasoned veterans andthose that are new to the sport. SwimPewaukee Lake, bike around the lakeviewing glacial rolling hills and run alonga path hugging the shoreline. PewaukeeLakefront. 262/695-9735.www.pewaukeemultisportweekend.com(Waukesha Co.)

JUL 11-13 FRI-SUNDELAVANThe Cars Time Forgot: Classic andcollector cars from all eras. Food, musicand sales. Weekend activities include carrally, bbq dinner, meet and greet, andspecial rates. Car show Sunday. LakeLawn Resort. 262/728-5095.www.delavanwi.org (Walworth Co.)

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TREMPEALEAUTrempealeau Lions Catfish Days: Catfish,concessions and music all three days.Bike tour, motorcycle run, 5-10Kwalk/run, bass & walleye fishingtournament, parade, arts and crafts, fleamarket, car show, softball tournament,kids’ tent, rides and games, volleyballtournament, egg toss, music andfireworks. Downtown. 608/534-6780.www.trempealeau.net (Trempealeau Co.)

TURTLE LAKETurtle Lake Inter-County Fair: This annualfair is three days of food, music, ridesand games. Other events include sheepand dairy shows, horse, truck and tractorpulls, pancake breakfasts, turtle derby,prize drawings, and Queen of the Lakesand Snows and Little Miss Turtle Lakecoronation. Turtle Lake Village Park.715/986-2241. www.turtlelakewi.com(Barron Co.)

JUL 12 SATIOLAArt on Track: Art and craft festival heldannually the same weekend as the IolaOld Car Show. More than 85 artisansshow and sell on the school’s athletictrack. Iola-Scandinavia School AthleticTrack. 9:30am-3pm. 715/445-2411.(Waupaca Co.)

PHILLIPSAntique & Tractor Expo: Antique tractorsand machinery, tools, and householditems. Old-time craft demonstrations,craftsman displays such as cast ironcookware, square dancing, kids’ activities,tractor parade, food, beverages, and livemusic all day. Free admission. PriceCounty Fairgrounds. 9am-8pm. 715/339-3761, 715/428-2315.www.pricecountyhistoricalsociety.org/(Price Co.)

Phillips Chain of Lakes Tri: Race begins atthe Elk Lake Park Pavilion. Swim ¼ milein Elk Lake, bike 18 miles on rural roads,and run 3 miles along Lake Duroy.Participants can enter the race asindividuals or as a relay team. There willbe a free Steeple Chase event for kids.Elk Lake Park Pavillion. 9am start.715/339-2143.www.phillipschainoflakestri.org (Price Co.)

PLYMOUTHMill Street Festival: Horse and buggyrides, arts and crafts, food, and familyactivities. Four stages of live music, over100 downtown business and individualvendors, petting zoo and pony rides.Downtown. 9am-4pm. See website forband performance times. 920/893-0079,888/693-8263.www.plymouthwisconsin.com (SheboyganCo.)

STURGEON BAYJazz on Jefferson Street Festival: Annualstreet celebration with strollingentertainers, children’s activities, livemusic, food and beverages and specialevents in the stores along JeffersonStreet. Jefferson Street Business District.11am-5pm. 920/743-6246.www.sturgeonbay.net (Door Co.)

WILLARDRock Dam Boat Parade: Boat paradebegins at 7:30 pm with fireworks to follow the parade at dusk. Rock DamLake. 715/255-9100.www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org (RuskCo.)

JUL 12-13 SAT-SUNFOND DU LACSummer Dog Agility Trial: Experience theexciting sport of dog agility on the kennelclub grounds. Food and refreshmentsavailable. Fond du Lac County KennelClub. 9am-4pm. 920/923-2101.www.fdlckc.org (Fond du Lac Co.)

LA POINTEConnecting Cultures: Exploring the LakeSuperior Fur Trade: Educators, livinghistory re-enactors and fur trade expertsdemonstrate the skills and tradition of the18th-century fur trade. Madeline IslandMuseum. 10:30am-4:30pm. 715/747-2415. www.madelineislandmuseum.org(Ashland Co.)

MADISONArt Fair on the Square: Features works ofart in mixed media, ceramics, drawings,graphics, prints, fiber, leather, furniture,glass, jewelry, metal, paintings,photographs, sculpture, 3D mixed media,and wood. Capitol Square. Sat 9am-6pm,Sun 10am-5pm. 608/257-0158.www.mmoca.org (Dane Co.)

SUN PRAIRIESt. Albert’s Fest: Fun-filled familyweekend with live entertainment, adelicious family-style chicken and hamdinner, games for the kids and a 5Krun/walk. Concessions, bingo, bookstore,bake sale, used toy sale, raffles, specialdrawings and much more. St. Albert theGreat Church Grounds. 608/837-3798.www.saintalberts.org (Dane Co.)

WAUSAUChalkfest: Downtown Wausau istransformed by artists and their colorfulpastel art drawings at this sidewalk artfestival. Artists of all ages and levels ofability may participate. The 400 Block.715/843-0748.www.wausauareaevents.org (MarathonCo.)

JUL 12-18 SAT-FRIMADISONBike Northwoods Tour: Pedal on light-traffic roads through the glacial hills andforests of the Northwoods. Discover small-town hospitality and spectacular naturalvistas. 6-days of cycling (average of 50-60 mi/day). Rider limit of 400. TwoBicycles & A Map, Ltd. 608/843-8412.www.bikewisconsin.com (Dane Co.)

JUL 12-20 SAT-SUNPRAIRIE DU CHIENWar of 1812 Battle of Prairie du ChienBicentennial Commemoration: A historicencampment and battle re-enactment onWisconsin’s only War of 1812 battlefield,now the lawn of the Villa Louis estate.Learn about the battle on Saturdayevening and Sunday afternoon. Tour thecamps and learn about military life in1814. 10am-5pm. July 12th - Spirits ofthe War of 1812 7:30-9:30pm. 608/326-2721. www.villalouis.org (Crawford Co.)

JUL 13 SUNBEAVER DAMA Day in the Park Art & Craft Show: Over200 vendors displaying and selling theircrafts in beautiful Swan Park. Event heldrain or shine. Food, beverages and icecream are available on the grounds. SwanPark. 10am-4pm. 920/887-8879.www.beaverdamchamber.com (DodgeCo.)

JUL 16-20 WED-SUNFOND DU LACFond du Lac County Fair: Exhibits,carnival, foods, concessions andgrandstand shows. Admission fee. Fonddu Lac County Fairgrounds. 920/929-3168. www.fonddulaccountyfair.com(Fond du Lac Co.)

MERRILLLincoln County Fair: Bring your family tosee animal judging, midway thrills,exhibits, entertainment, food and more.Lincoln County Fairgrounds. 715/536-5212. www.lincolncofair.com (Lincoln Co.)

MONROEGreen County Fair: 4-H fair with animaljudging and auctions, concessions,grandstand entertainment, cheesejudging and auction, carnival, tractor pull,demo derby, and harness racing.Fairgrounds. 608/325-9159.www.greencountyfair.net (Green Co.)

RICE LAKEBarron County Fair: 4-H projects andjudging, grandstand shows, tractor andtruck pulls, harness racing, draft horseshow, midway rides, demolition derby,concessions. Barron County Fairgrounds.Gate hours 8am-10pm. 715/234-7368.www.barroncountyfair.com (Barron Co.)

WAUKESHAWaukesha County Fair: Oldest county fairin the state highlighting regional andnational entertainment and education forall ages. Waukesha County Expo Center.262/544-5922.www.waukeshacountyfair.com/(Waukesha Co.)

WEST SALEMLa Crosse Interstate Fair: Youth exhibits,crafts, food exhibitions and competitions,animals, music, family fun, and carnivalrides. La Crosse Fairgrounds. 608/788-5506. www.lacrosseinterstatefair.com (La Crosse Co.)

JUL 17-19 THU-SATEAU CLAIRECountry Jam USA: Three solid days ofcountry music’s top entertainers. Stop byfor a day or spend all weekend enjoyingthe shows, tons of vendors, great foodand fantastic venue. Camping availableon site. Country Jam Grounds. Noon-midnight. 715/839-7500.countryjamwi.com (Chippewa Co.)

JUL 17-20 THU-SUNCADOTTRock Fest: This four-day event brings the best of rock music to the ChippewaValley. Enjoy great food and music whilecamping in one of the 8,000 campsites,all within walking distance of the concertarea. Chippewa Valley Music FestivalGrounds. 715/289-4401. www.rock-fest.com (Chippewa Co.)

PLYMOUTHThe Hawk Vintage Car Weekend: One ofthe largest vintage gatherings in the USwith over 30 classes of cars in ten racegroups. On-site camping available. Carsand fans spill into the streets of downtownElkhart Lake Friday and Saturday duringthe evening auto concourse. RoadAmerica. 800/365-7223.www.roadamerica.com (Sheboygan Co.)

PULASKIPulaski Polka Days: One of the largestannual Polish and polka fests in theMidwest. Art and craft show, Polka Massand Lutheran Worship Service andparade. Campsites, fireworks, firemen’swater fights, food and fun. Pulaski PolkaGrounds. Thur 7-11pm; Fri 3pm-1am;Sat 12:30pm-1am; Sun 1-7:30pm.920/822-3869.www.pulaskipolkadays.com (Brown Co.)

JUL 18-20 FRI-SUNASHLANDBay Days Festival: Music, Battle of theBands, 5K & 10K run, kids’ triathlon,Strongest Man on the Bay contest, pieeating contest, cardboard boat races,baby crawl, toddler run, big wheel races,arts and crafts, food vendors and fun.Bayview Park. Fri 3-10pm; Sat 9am-10pm; Sun 9am-5pm. 715/682-2500,800/284-9484. www.ashlandbaydays.com(Ashland Co.)

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BIRCHWOODBirchwood Bluegill Festival: Great festivalincluding a fishing contest, medallionhunt, softball tournament, children’sgames, horse pull, food, street dances, abig classic car parade. Downtown.715/354-3411. www.birchwoodlions.org(Washburn Co.)

COLBYColby Cheese Days: Events include abook/movie sale, ATV pull, softballtournament, bingo, parade, street dances,tractor pull, midway rides, 3 on 3basketball tournament, pedal tractor pull,puppet show, archery range, plenty offree Colby cheese, Chariots of Cheese5K/10K run and 5K walk & 1 mile kidsrun, refreshments, and much more.Downtown. Fri 6pm-1am, Sat 7:30am-1am, Sun 10am-11pm. 715/223-8509.abbycolbyareachamber.org/ (Clark Co.)

GRANTSBURGWorld Championship SnowmobileWatercross: Oval & drag racingsnowmobiles on open water. Rated as oneof the ten best races in the country bySno-Goer Magazine. Fireworks, twobands, food and beverage booths, andother activities. Tent, camper ormotorhome camping is available. MemoryLake. Fri afternoon-Sun evening.715/463-4269.www.grantsburgwatercross.com (BurnettCo.)

HAYWARDHonor the Earth Pow-Wow: The largestPow-wow in North America celebrates theannual gathering of the tribes to honormother earth and the Creator incelebratory drumming, dancing and song.Traditional native music, dancing, craftsand food create an authentic tribalexperience. Pow-Wow Grounds. 715/634-1442. www.haywardlakes.com (SawyerCo.)

LUCKLucky Days: Community celebration withbed races, softball, foot races, a classiccar show, sawdust pile for the kids, foodcourt, a used book sale, and parade.Community Club. 715/462-2221.www.luckwisconsin.com (Polk Co.)

MILWAUKEEFesta Italiana: America’s largest Italiancultural event. Nine stages of internationaland local entertainment. Sicilian brassmarching band, cultural exhibits, and thecolorful procession following SundayMass. Nightly fireworks. Henry MaierFestival Park. 414/223-2808.www.festaitaliana.com (Milwaukee Co.)

ST CROIX FALLSWannigan Days: Annual celebration withtalent show, coronation, street dance, artand craft show, classic car show, parade,5K and 1K family fun run, tug of waracross the St. Croix River and pancakebreakfast. Downtown. 612/385-4598.www.wannigandays.com (Polk Co.)

WATERFORDWaterford Balloon Festival: Watch as hotair balloons take flight and light up theevening skies. Friday opening ceremonyincludes craft fair and food vendors.Saturday includes flights morning andevening flights. Craft fair, car show, foodvendors and the Tons of Fun Kids Area.Evergreen Elementary School. 262/534-5911. www.waterford-wi.org (Racine Co.)

JUL 18-27 FRI-SUNPLATTEVILLEHometown Festival Week: Events includethe Walk in the Vineyard, Tri-State NeedleArts’ Needle Art and Quilt Show,Hometown Hog Roast, Kiwanis PancakeBreakfast, Ice Cream Social, movies,Southwest Health Center’s StrawberryFestival, Party in the Park, and Festival ofthe Arts. Various locations. 608/348-8888. www.platteville.com (Grant Co.)

JUL 19 SATBALSAM LAKEBalsam Lake Classic Fishing Tournament:Annual fishing tournament held atBalsam Lake. Open to the public,preregistration required. Weigh in at 2pm.Balsam Lake. 6am-2pm. 715/646-2768.www.polkcountytourism.com (Polk Co.)

BELLEVILLEBastille Day: Join in a celebration of theFrench heritage of Belleville. Live music,quilt show and talent show. 608/424-3336. www.belleville-wi.com (Dane Co.)

BLACK RIVER FALLSKarner Blue Butterfly Festival: Visit the“Butterfly Learning Center” downtownand the butterfly’s habitat sites. Alsoincludes a 5K/10K/Half-Marathon run,grand parade, artists and crafters,historical museum tours and more.Downtown. 8am-11pm. 715/284-2503.downtownblackriverfalls.com (JacksonCo.)

CRIVITZHog Wrestling Championships: Join in thecompetition and wrestle with hogs or justcome and enjoy the party. Four personteams: guys, girls and co-ed. Live musicand the annual fireworks show. CaldronFalls Bar & Grill. Noon-10pm. 715/757-3467. www.caldronfallsbarandgrill.com(Marinette Co.)

EAGLE RIVERArtarama: Juried art show with more than150 artisans. Also features live music,picnic-style food and a youth art tent.Riverside Park. 9am-3pm. Rain or shine.715/525-2100. artarama-er.com (VilasCo.)

LADYSMITHMardi Gras Arts & Crafts Fair: Local artsand crafts booths plus food vendors.Downtown. 9am-2pm. 715/532-7328.www.ladysmithchamber.com (Rusk Co.)

MADISONPaddle & Portage Canoe Race: Raceincludes a 1.5-mile paddle on LakeMendota, 1-mile portage over the centralisthmus and 1.5-mile paddle across LakeMonona. Post-race celebration at OlinPark is open to all featuring live music,food, beverages, and awards ceremony.James Madison Park. 9am-1:30pm.608/251-5627.www.paddleandportage.org (Dane Co.)

MANITOWOCAcoustic Fest: Spend a day in the parklistening to great music. Showcasingdiverse and accomplished acousticmusicians including local artists.Washington Park. 11:30am-9pm.920/684-8499. www.acousticfest.com(Manitowoc Co.)

MOUNT HOREBSons of Norway Kaffe Stue: Share thecommunity’s Norwegian heritage withgenuine foods of the old countryincluding lefse, rommegrot, sand-bakkle,smorbrod, sotsuppe and more. Held inconjunction with the Mt Horeb Art Fair.Mount Horeb Community Center. 9am-3pm. 608/437-5468.www.sonsofnorway5.com (Dane Co.)

PORT WASHINGTONFish Day: “The World’s Largest OutdoorOne-Day Fish Fry” includes a parade, livemusic on five stages, arts and craftsshow, car show, run/walk and fireworks.Lakefront. 10am-10:30pm. 262/284-0900, 800/719-4881.www.portfishday.com (Ozaukee Co.)

JUL 19-20 SAT-SUNBAYFIELDBayfield Festival of Arts & Gallery Tour:Bayfield artists welcome visitors to theirstudios and galleries with open houses,demonstrations, and special sales as partof a gallery tour held in conjunction withthe festival in the park. All events are freeand open to the public. Memorial Park.Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm.715/779-3335, 800/447-4094.bayfield.org (Bayfield Co.)

MOUNT HOREBArt Fair: Annual art and fine craft fair on“The Trollway,” Mount Horeb’s historicMain Street. Experience Norwegianculture, friendly atmosphere, food, silentart auction, raffles, music and downtownamenities. Downtown Street Fair. Sat9am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. 608/437-5914. www.trollway.com (Dane Co.)

SUPERIORCowboy Fast Draw Wisconsin StateChampionship: The Old West comes aliveas shooters dressed in late 1800s styleclothing use stock .45 caliber guns,traditional Old West holders and waxbullets to fire at a 24 inch target in acompetition of speed and accuracy to seejust who is the ‘Fastest Gun.’ Head of theLakes Fairgrounds. 715/399-0660.www.cowboyfastdraw.com (Douglas Co.)

JUL 19-27 SAT-SUNSTURGEON BAYK/D Salmon Tournament: Participatingports include Sturgeon Bay, BaileysHarbor, Washington Island, Algoma andKewaunee. Over $40,000 in cash andprizes will be awarded to the anglers whocatch the biggest fish each day at all fiveweigh-in sites. Port of Sturgeon Bay.920/883-9792. www.kdsalmon.com (Door Co.)

JUL 20 SUNAPPLETONAppleton Old Car Show: 37th annual autoshow featuring classic, hot rods, muscle,and modified cars. Free admission forcars as well as spectators. Food andrefreshments available on the grounds.Pierce Park. 8am-4pm. 920/954-9112.www.appletonoldcarshow.com (CalumetCo.)

EAST TROYEast Troy Airport Open House: Come forbreakfast then enjoy airplane andhelicopter rides, as well as vintage,homebuilt and Warbird airplanes. Freeadmission and parking. Pancakebreakfast served 7am-1pm. $7 adults, $4children 8 and younger. East TroyMunicipal Airport. 7am-3pm, open house.262/391-5177. (Walworth Co.)

NEENAHBergstrom-Mahler Museum Arts Festival: A day of fine art, great food, live musicand children’s activities. Purchase original art from more than 70 fine artistsand craftspeople from across the region.Bergstrom-Mahler Museum. 10am-4pm.920/751-4658. bergstrom-mahlermuseum.com(Winnebago Co.)

RACINEIronman 70.3 Racine: More than 2,000athletes from around the world areexpected to compete for a $30,000purse. The public is invited to cheer onthe athletes. North Beach Park. 7amstart. 262/884-6400.www.ironmanracine.com (Racine Co.)

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plus a variety of family activities. RockCounty Fairgrounds. 10am-11pm.608/755-1470.www.rockcounty4hfair.com (Rock Co.)

JUL 23-27 WED-SUNPORTAGEColumbia County Fair: Midway rides,fireworks, grandstand shows, food andfun. Columbia County Fairgrounds.608/745-0719. www.columbiacofair.com(Columbia Co.)

TOMAHMonroe County Fair: Carnival, food, artsand crafts fair, 4-H exhibits, animaljudging, and much more. TomahRecreation Park. Wed 4pm-mid, Thur-Sat8am-mid, Sun 8am-5pm. 608/372-2081.www.monroecountyfairwi.com (MonroeCo.)

UNION GROVERacine County Fair: Five fun-filled days ofcompetitive youth and adult exhibits,children’s entertainment, nationalentertainment, tractor pulls, demoderbies, midway rides, food, and animaland agricultural displays. CountyFairgrounds. 8am-11pm. 262/878-3895.www.racinecountyfair.com (Racine Co.)

JUL 24 THUWINCHESTERBazaar: Enjoy homemade crafts andbaked goods, lunch and a rummage sale.Winchester Municipal Building. 8am-2pm. 715/686-2584. (Vilas Co.)

JUL 24-26 THU-SATFISH CREEKDoor County Antique Show: Thirty-fiveprofessional exhibitors display and sell inan air conditioned gym. See choiceprimitives, fine art, ornate Victorian, earlycountry, jewelry, furniture and more.Crystal and china repair on site.Admission fee. Gilbraltar High School.Thurs-Sat 10am-5pm. 715/355-5144.(Door Co.)

HAYWARDLumberjack World Championships: Watchcompetition for world records in 21events ranging from men’s and women’slogrolling, chopping and pole climb. Over100 competitors vie for over $50,000 inprize money, the largest payback forlumberjack competition in the world.Lumberjack Bowl. 715/634-2484.www.lumberjackworldchampionships.com(Sawyer Co.)

RICHLAND CENTERChurning Dirt Nationals Truck & TractorPull: Annual premier motorsports eventincluding the Demolition Devil and amonster truck, the kids pedal pull, thesemi show and the Jones Chevy ClassicCar Show. Night is rounded out with livemusic in the pits. Fairgrounds. 608/604-5068. www.hybridredneck.com (RichlandCo.)

JUL 24-27 THU-SUNBARABOODowntown Baraboo Circus CelebrationDays: A celebration of Baraboo’s circushistory with special events downtown aswell as Circus World. The main event isheld Saturday with vintage circus wagons,farmer’s market, antique car show, music,food vendors and activities for children.Downtown. 608/356-8333.www.downtownbaraboo.com/ (Sauk Co.)

IRON RIVERIron River Lions Blueberry Festival: Rides,crafts, food, games all day, Lionsbarbecued chicken, Blueberry FestivalParade, and prize drawings. Moon LakePark. 715/372-8558.www.visitironriver.com (Bayfield Co.)

MILWAUKEEGerman Fest: Authentic German food andmusic, sheepshead, dachshund races,cultural village, Battle of the Bands, liveGlockenspiel, fireworks, Capuchins’ 5Krun or 2 mile walk for the Hungry,Marktplatz and more. Henry MaierFestival Park. Thur 5-11pm, Fri 3-11pm& Sat noon-11pm, Sun noon-10pm.414/464-9444. www.germanfest.com(Milwaukee Co.)

SPOONERWashburn County Fair: The 102nd annualfair includes a carnival, entertainment,food, horse pull, kiddie tractor pull,livestock show and auction, 4-H andother exhibits. Washburn CountyFairgrounds. Buildings open 8am-10pm,midway open noon-10pm. 715/468-7633.www.washburncountyfair.com (Washburn Co.)

ST CROIX FALLSPolk County Fair: Demolition derby, tractorpull, truck pull, exhibits, carnival rides,live entertainment, food and animaljudging. Fairgrounds. 8am-11pm.715/483-3391. www.polkcountyfair.com(Polk Co.)

TWIN LAKESCountry Thunder USA: Country fans fromacross the nation gather for four fun-filleddays of non-stop entertainment. 2305Lance Drive. 866/802-6418.www.countrythunder.com (Kenosha Co.)

JUL 25-26 FRI-SATMILWAUKEEGallery Night and Day: The premier artevent for gallery hopping and art viewingshowcasing over 50 venues. Freeadmission. Downtown & Historic ThirdWard. Fri 5-9pm; Sat 10am-4pm.414/273-1173. http://bit.ly/GalleryNight(Milwaukee Co.)

PEWAUKEETaste of Lake Country: Sample the best ofthe area in one place with localrestaurants selling signature food itemsalong with local musicians and artistsdisplaying their work. Lakefront. Fri 5-11pm, Sat 4-11pm. 262/695-9735.www.positivelypewaukee.com (WaukeshaCo.)

PRAIRIE DU CHIENPrairie Dog Blues Festival: Two big days ofinternational, national and regional bluesbands. Camping, concessions and fun.Motel shuttle and camping on site. St.Feriole Island. Fri 5pm-mid, Sat noon-midnight. 608/326-0085.www.prairiedogblues.com (Crawford Co.)

JUL 25-27 FRI-SUNBOULDER JUNCTIONNorthwoods Art Tour: Area artisans opentheir studios and galleries for artistdemonstrations, door prizes and works forsale. Media includes paintings, ceramics,fiber art, wood, prints and more. Variousgalleries. 10am-5pm. 715/385-3334.www.northwoodsarttour.com (Vilas Co.)

BUTTERNUTPioneer Days: Earl’s Carnival Rides,softball tournament, Little League games,walk/run, arts & crafts fair, historicaldisplays, airplane rides, Lake State MudRacers Sanctioned Race, live music,Pioneer Days Queen Coronation andfireworks at dusk. Parade Sunday atnoon, Pipes & Drums of Thunder Bay,polka music, horse pull competition andmore. Butternut Community Park.715/762-2621 or 715/769-3722.www.butternutwi.com (Ashland Co.)

KENOSHATaste of Wisconsin: Taste of Wisconsin,™held at Kenosha’s Lake Michiganshoreline, is a family-friendly celebrationof all things tasteful and truly “Wisconsin”in their flavor. Free admission. KenoshaHarbor. Fri 3-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm,Sun 11am-7pm. 262/653-4080.www.tasteofwi.com (Kenosha Co.)

SYMCONational Antique Tractor Pull &Thresheree: Tractor pull, antique tractordisplay, country music concert, food andfun. Thresheree Grounds. 920/596-2446.www.symcoutc.com (Waupaca Co.)

JUL 21-26 MON-SATFISH CREEKDoor County Plein Air Festival: Witness thecompletion of a masterwork from start tofinish. Quick Paint competition onSaturday, where featured artist’s paintingsare completed in less than 2 hours andare then auctioned off at noon. Awardsreception Saturday evening. Variouslocations. 8am-5pm. 920/868-3455.www.doorcountypleinair.com (Door Co.)

JUL 22-26 TUE-SATKENOSHAKenosha Homecoming Car Show: Join theKenosha History Center at variouslocations for car shows, a car parade,Scoop the Loop in Downtown Kenoshaand the big car show on Saturday.Kennedy Park. 262/654-5770.www.kenoshahistorycenter.org (KenoshaCo.)

JUL 22-27 TUE-SUNJANESVILLERock County 4-H Fair: Experience many 4-H projects and learn from the county’syouth, entertainment on the main stage

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JUL 26 SATALBANYAmish Quilt and Consignment Auction:100s of handcrafted quilts, quilt tops,pillows, furniture, and other items createdby Amish artisans. Auction ring with farmand horse equipment, Amish bakedgoods and ice cream, hand-cranked byhorse power. Amish School House. 9am.608/897-8500. (Green Co.)

BARABOOBig Top Parade: This 50-unit paradeshowcases antique, wood carved circuswagons from Circus World and othercircus themed units, plus animals,clowns, floats and marching units.Downtown Square. 608/356-8333.www.bigtopparade.com (Sauk Co.)

CAMBRIDGECambridge Lake Ripley Ride: A rideoffering a family friendly 22-mile route, alonger and slightly hilly 40-mile route, anda more challenging 62-mile metriccentury route. A post-ride celebrationfeatures live music and Cambridge LionsClub dinner. Lake Ripley Park. 8am start.608/423-8108. www.cambridgecap.net(Dane Co.)

CARLSVILLECarlsville Day: Parade, cherry stomp,wine tasting, doggie contest, cherry pieeating contest, corn maze, live music,food and over 40 craft vendors.Downtown. Parade at 10am. 920/743-2228. www.carlsvilledoorcounty.com(Door Co.)

CRANDONKentuck Day Festival: Celebration of thearea’s early settlers who came fromKentucky. Artist and crafter booths,sidewalk sale, food, bluegrass music,kids’ games, and car show. Forest CountyCourthouse Square. 10am-4pm.715/478-3450. www.visitforestcounty.com(Forest Co.)

FERRYVILLERiver Bluff Daze: A free event featuring anantique tractor pull, kids’ carnival, raffles,food and beverages, plus fireworksdisplay over the Mississippi River at dusk.Sugar Creek Park. 608/734-9406.www.visitferryville.com (Crawford Co.)

FISH CREEKSummer Harvest Cherry Fest:Complimentary wine tasting, local microbrews and farm market foods. Pick-your-own cherries, winery tours, cherry pit spitcompetition, horse-drawn wagon rides,live music, food tent, and children’sactivities. Orchard Country Winery &Market. 10am-5pm. 866/946-3263.www.orchardcountry.com (Door Co.)

LAND O’LAKESArt Impressions: A fine exhibition of awide variety of art and hand crafted itemsfor show and sale. Refreshmentsavailable. Town Hall. 9am-3pm. 715/547-3432. www.landolakes-wi.org (Vilas Co.)

MILWAUKEEBrady Street Festival: Day-long celebrationfeaturing local food growers and awardwinning artisan cheese makers fromaround the state, along with a largevariety of wines and other beverages. Liveacoustic music. Brady Street Area. 10am-10pm. 414/272-3978. www.bradyst.com(Milwaukee Co.)

NEILLSVILLEHighground Bicycle Tour: Tour features sixseparate routes from six locations inlength from 150 to 350 miles. On thefinal day, riders from all routes convergeon the Highground to the ringing of thereplica Liberty Bell. Highground VeteransMemorial Park. 715/743-4224.www.thehighground.org (Clark Co.)

PARK FALLSFlambeau Rama: Four-day festival withfree live music, food court, and carnivaleach day. Also includes an arts and craftsfair, car show, Evergreen 5k RoadRun/Walk, flea/farmers’ markets, parades,youth casting contest, chalk drawingcontest, family fun day, sidewalk sales,retail promotions, fireworks and more.Various locations. 715/762-2703,877/762-2703. www.parkfalls.com (PriceCo.)

SIRENSiren Summerfest: Includes sidewalk andother Summerfest sales, music in thepark, softball tournament, classic carshow and parts swap meet, food fest,‘Lucky Ducky’ rotary retrieve, co-edvolleyball tournament, pie eating contest,flea and farmers’ markets and muchmore. Siren Village. 715/349-8399,800/788-3164. www.visitsiren.com(Burnett Co.)

JUL 31-AUG 10 THU-SUNWEST ALLISWisconsin State Fair: The state’s largestagricultural showcase, offering endlessfamily entertainment. The fair features theexciting SpinCity Amusement Ride andGame Area, 30 free stages, numerouseducational exhibits, shopping andhundreds of food and beverage options.Wisconsin State Fair Park. 414/266-7000,800/844-3247. www.wistatefair.com(Milwaukee Co.)

Milwaukee BrewFest: Sample over 250craft beers and micro brews from over 60breweries from across the country. Pluslive music, food from local restaurants &vendors, displays by local artists andcraftsmen and the crowning of the 2014Brewfest Queen. 414/321-5000.www.milwaukeebrewfest.com (MilwaukeeCo.)

JUL 26-27 SAT-SUNFREDERICIndianhead Gem & Mineral Show: Localrockhounds display their remarkable findsand rock art. Jewelry and display itemsfor sale. Frederic High School. Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. 715/648-5620.(Polk Co.)

LA CROSSEAAUW Art Fair on the Green: Artistsdisplay their work, including Batik,metalwork, paintings, drawings, fiberworks, jewelry, glass and photography.UW-La Crosse Campus. Sat 10am-5pm;Sun 10am-4pm. 608/788-7439.aauwlacrosse.org/art-fair-on-the-green.html (La Crosse Co.)

JUL 27 SUNAPPLETONArt at the Park, Trout Museum Art’s: Over200 exhibiting artists gather in this muchanticipated summertime tradition. CityPark. 9am-5pm. 920/733-4089.www.troutmuseum.org (Calumet Co.)

ELLSWORTHBeldenville Old Car Club Show: NorthwestWisconsin’s largest one day car show.Antique and collector cars, motorcycles,tractors, parts, tools and more. Food, livemusic, swap meet, and crafts. PierceCounty Fairgrounds. Gates open 8am.715/273-6211. bocc.webs.com (PierceCo.)

FOND DU LACCar-A-Funda Car Show: Car show, raffle,silent auction, food, kids’ activities, andmusic from the Fabulous 50s Rock-n-RollParty. Lakeside Park. 8am-4pm. 920/923-1478. www.fdl.com (Fond du Lac Co.)

NEENAHBest Friends Gourmet Bike Tour: A ridethrough the Neenah countryside withmany routes to choose from. Gourmetpicnic 11am-4pm at St Mary Central HighSchool. Registration 7am. 920/729-5600.www.bestfriendsnm.org (Winnebago Co.)

STANLEYStanley Lions Watermelon Festival: Thecelebration includes a flea market, freewatermelon, car shows, chicken dinner,children’s games and more. ChapmanPark. 715/644-5376. stanleywisconsin.us(Chippewa Co.)

JUL 28-AUG 3 MON-SUNOSHKOSHEAA AirVenture Oshkosh: The world’slargest gathering for recreational pilotsand aviation enthusiasts. Features morethan 10,000 planes and 750,000 people.500 forums/seminars, 700 productexhibitors. Concessions. Air shows daily.EAA AirVenture Museum. 920/426-4818.www.airventure.org (Winnebago Co.)

JUL 29-AUG 3 TUE-SUNWAUSAUWisconsin Valley Fair: Second largestcounty fair in the state. Big namegrandstand entertainment, carnival rides,animals, youth projects, antique farmmachinery museum and more. MarathonPark. 715/261-1539.www.wisconsinvalleyfair.com (MarathonCo.)

JUL 31-AUG 2 TUE-SATST. GERMAINPig in the Pines RibFest:™ Enjoy nationalprofessional award-winning rib vendorscooking ribs every day. Live bands andrides. Community Park. 715/477-2205.www.st-germain.com/pig (Vilas Co.)

JUL 31-AUG 3 THU-SUNARLINGTONArlington Fireman’s Festival: Celebratesummer with a truck & tractor pull onFriday and Saturday evenings along witha softball and volleyball tournament. Livemusic both nights. Fireman’s Park.608/635-4717.www.arlingtonfiredept.com (Columbia Co.)

BLACK RIVER FALLSJackson County Fair: Great Plains Rodeo,dog agility show, best dessert contest,antique tractor pull, tractor pull, gymkannahorse show, demolition derby, entryjudging, midway thrills, exhibits,grandstand entertainment, concessions.Fairgrounds. 715/284-4257. (Jackson Co.)

BLOOMERCommunity Fair: Music, carnival, 4-H andFFA exhibits, merchant displays, demoderbies, tractor pull, parade and more.Fairgrounds. 715/568-3339.www.bloomerchamber.com (ChippewaCo.)

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JUL 28-AUG 3 MON-SUNOSHKOSHEAA AirVenture Oshkosh: The world’slargest gathering for recreational pilotsand aviation enthusiasts. Features morethan 10,000 planes and 750,000 people.500 forums/seminars, 700 productexhibitors. Concessions. Air shows daily.EAA AirVenture Museum. 920/426-4818.www.airventure.org (Winnebago Co.)

JUL 29-AUG 3 TUE-SUNWAUSAUWisconsin Valley Fair: Second largestcounty fair in the state. Big namegrandstand entertainment, carnival rides,animals, youth projects, antique farmmachinery museum and more. MarathonPark. 715/261-1539.www.wisconsinvalleyfair.com (MarathonCo.)

JUL 31-AUG 2 TUE-SATST. GERMAINPig in the Pines RibFest:™ Enjoy nationalprofessional award-winning rib vendorscooking ribs every day. Live bands andrides. Community Park. 715/477-2205.www.st-germain.com/pig (Vilas Co.)

JUL 31-AUG 3 THU-SUNARLINGTONArlington Fireman’s Festival: Celebratesummer with a truck & tractor pull on Frand Sat evenings along with a softball andvolleyball tournament. Live music bothnights. Fireman’s Park. 608/635-4717.www.arlingtonfiredept.com (Columbia Co.)

BLACK RIVER FALLSJackson County Fair: Great Plains Rodeo,dog agility show, best dessert contest,antique tractor pull, tractor pull, gymkannahorse show, demolition derby, entryjudging, midway thrills, exhibits,grandstand entertainment, concessions.Fairgrounds. 715/284-4257. (Jackson Co.)

BLOOMERCommunity Fair: Music, carnival, 4-H andFFA exhibits, merchant displays, demoderbies, tractor pull, parade and more.Fairgrounds. 715/568-3339.www.bloomerchamber.com (ChippewaCo.)

NEILLSVILLEHighground Bicycle Tour: Tour features sixseparate routes from six locations inlength from 150 to 350 miles. On thefinal day, riders from all routes convergeon the Highground to the ringing of thereplica Liberty Bell. Highground VeteransMemorial Park. 715/743-4224.www.thehighground.org (Clark Co.)

PARK FALLSFlambeau Rama: Four-day festival withfree live music, food court, and carnivaleach day. Also includes an arts and craftsfair, car show, Evergreen 5k RoadRun/Walk, flea/farmers’ markets, parades,youth casting contest, chalk drawingcontest, family fun day, sidewalk sales,retail promotions, fireworks and more.Various locations. 715/762-2703,877/762-2703. www.parkfalls.com (PriceCo.)

SIRENSiren Summerfest: Includes sidewalk andother Summerfest sales, music in thepark, softball tournament, classic carshow and parts swap meet, food fest,‘Lucky Ducky’ rotary retrieve, co-edvolleyball tournament, pie eating contest,flea and farmers’ markets and muchmore. Siren Village. 715/349-8399,800/788-3164. www.visitsiren.com(Burnett Co.)

JUL 31-AUG 10 THU-SUNWEST ALLISWisconsin State Fair: The state’s largestagricultural showcase, offering endlessfamily entertainment. The fair features theexciting SpinCity Amusement Ride andGame Area, 30 free stages, numerouseducational exhibits, shopping andhundreds of food and beverage options.Wisconsin State Fair Park. 414/266-7000,800/844-3247. www.wistatefair.com(Milwaukee Co.)

AUG 1 FRISPOONERSavage Dash 5K Mud Run/Obstacle Course:The Savage Dash 5K Mud Run/ObstacleCourse is held during Jack Pine SavageDays. The Savage Dash will challenge youwith a 5k obstacle race, mud run, fun...and did we mention mud? Railroad Park.715/635-2168.www.jackpinesavagedays.com (WashburnCo.)

AUG 1-3 FRI-SUNBURNETTDodge County Antique Power Show:Annual show featuring the engines,equipment, and tractors of yesteryear.Each annual show features a line ofequipment and small engines for displayat the show. Other show features includetractor pull, kids’ activities, flea market,women’s center, and a variety of foods.Dodge County Antique Power Club.920/210-6744. www.dcapc.org (DodgeCo.)

CAMBRIDGEUtica Festival: Horse pull, live music,bingo, Badger State Super Farm and HotFarm Tractor Pull, mini-rod pull, spectatortruck pull, kids’ sawdust money dig,softball tournament and concessions.Utica Community Association Park. Friopens at 5pm, Sat opens at 8am, Sunopens at 9am. 608/764-8480.uticapark.org (Dane Co.)

CURTISSCurtiss Community Days: Softballtournament, live music, miniature trainrides, music, dancing, parade, tractor andATV pulls, quilt show, charcoal grilledchicken on Sunday. Downtown. 715/223-2133. www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org(Clark Co.)

SPOONERJack Pine Savage Days: Events includelive music Friday and Saturday nights,carnival, arts and crafts fair, sidewalksales, Savage Dash 5k Mud Run, sporttournaments, car show, outdoor show,pancake breakfast and much more.Downtown. 715/635-2168.www.jackpinesavagedays.com (WashburnCo.)

AUG 2 SATCHILIChili Fremont Fire Dept Street Dance:Queen coronation, live music, little leaguebaseball tournament, kids’ activities, craftsale, concessions, and firefighterchallenge. Downtown. 715/683-8046.www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org (ClarkCo.)

JACKSONPORTCherry Fest: Celebration of the cherryharvest in Door County. Fresh cherrybakery, historical display, arts and crafts,food, music, family fun and much more.Lakeside Park. 920/823-2288.www.doorcounty.com (Door Co.)

NEW GLARUSFire Fest: Kid’s firehouse, fire truck rides,fire fighter competitions and water fights,steak and brat fry, live music, and beertent. New Glarus Fire Department.608/527-5300. www.newglarusfd.com(Green Co.)

NEW LISBONWaterfest Venetian Lights Boat Parade:Waterfest Venetian Lights Boat Parade atdusk and dueling fireworks at 10pm inboth Adams and Juneau Counties. Manyof the lake shore businesses offerWaterfest specials and live music. Manyactivities at the Juneau County CastleRock Park during the afternoon hours.Castle Rock Lake. 1-11pm. 608/427-2070, 888/898-2550.www.juneaucounty.com (Juneau Co.)

PARK FALLSNorthwoods Classic Car Show: Car show,model car contest, 50s and 60s music,trophies for top cars in 22 classes andfood booth by the Fifield Lions. This eventis held in conjunction with FlambeauRama. Tourist Park. 9am-3pm. 715/762-2467, 877/762-2703. www.parkfalls.com(Price Co.)

RIPONCookie Daze: Festival features cookiedrops, cookie decorating, cookie bingo,bake and taste cookie competition, cookieblaster rocket shops and more. BarlowPark. 10am-1:30pm. 920/748-6764.www.ripon-wi.com (Fond du Lac Co.)

WAUKESHAWaukesha Art Crawl: Over 20 studios andgalleries and arts-supporting businessesshowcase over 100 area artists! Checkout a wide array of unique galleries filledwith decorative and functional art: 2Dpaintings, pottery, jewelry, clothing,glassware, custom wood work, castedconcrete furnishings, photography andmore. Restaurants and live music venuesopen late. Downtown. 4-10pm. 262/542-1522. www.waukeshaart.com (WaukeshaCo.)

AUG 2-3 SAT-SUNCEDARBURGArchitectural Treasures of Ozaukee County:Annual, self-guided, 2.5-hour tour offers afascinating opportunity to see some of thearea’s finest historic architecture. Tourhistoric homes throughout the area. Arare opportunity to see both interiors andgardens. Historic Cedarburg. 262/375-3676. www.cedarburg.org (Ozaukee Co.)

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CURTISSCurtiss Corners Quilt Show: Eventfeaturing a craft sale, vendors,demonstrations, challenge display andlunch with pie and bars. CurtissCommunity Hall. 10am-4pm. 715/223-2133. www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org(Clark Co.)

GRANDVIEWGrand View Firehouse 50 and FirehouseRun: Annual running of the Firehouse 50,the grandfather of bicycle road races.Fantasy Fifty on Saturday and FirehouseRuns on Sunday. Food, music and fun.Downtown. 715/798-3833.www.firehouse50.org (Bayfield Co.)

GREEN BAYHeritage Hill - WWI Encampment: Learnabout the daily lives of soldiers preparingfor WWI. Heritage Hill State Park. Sat10am-4:30pm, Sun noon-4:30pm.920/448-5150. www.heritagehillgb.org(Brown Co.)

MILWAUKEEAfrican World Festival: Celebrate African-American culture with a magnificent arrayof music, dance and ethnic foods. Strollthrough the African village area and learnabout Africa’s many cultures. Henry MaierFestival Park. 414/291-7959.www.awfmke.com (Milwaukee Co.)

STURGEON BAYClassic Wooden Boat Show & Festival:Vintage vessels on display,demonstrations, 2-day Sikaflex boatbuilding contest. Entertainment, raffle,Plein Air art event, maritime authorsessions and children’s activities. DoorCounty Maritime Museum. 920/743-5958. www.dcmm.org (Door Co.)

AUG 2-8 SAT-FRIMADISONSAGBRAW: Join SAGBRAW®, Wisconsin’soldest cross-state bike ride. This tour hasfamily cycling for all ages with fabulousfood, stunning scenery and fun stopsalong the route. 6-days of cycling(average of 50-60 mi/day). Rider limit of400. Two Bicycles & a Map, Ltd.608/843-8412. www.bikewisconsin.com(Dane Co.)

AUG 2-10 SAT-SUNDEERBROOKFuddfest Country Festival & Theatre:Camping, national recording countrymusic line up, and live outdoor theatre.Dance on sawdust floors to our hotcountry bands inside the Log Music Hall.Fuddfest Grounds. 715/623-0776.www.fuddfest.org (Langlade Co.)

AUG 3 SUNCHILTONEscarpment Bicycle Tour: Ride along theNiagara Escarpment on this full-servicetour offering multiple scenic routes.Maps, cue sheets, marked routes, sagwagon and food are all included. Sixroutes of varying lengths from 8 to 100miles are offered. Activities before andafter the ride. Ledge View Nature Center.920/849-7094. www.travelcalumet.com/(Calumet Co.)

CHIPPEWA FALLSIndianhead Swap Meet and Car Show:Annual event featuring more than 700show cars, parts vendors, food,refreshments and fun. NorthernWisconsin State Fairgrounds. Gates open7am-5pm. 715/832-0552.www.indianheadcarshow.com (ChippewaCo.)

NEW GLARUSVolksfest: Swiss Independence Daycelebration with music and dancing.Swiss choral folklore music, yodeling, flagthrowing, alphorn playing, and accordionmusic. Telling Shooting Park. 608/527-2095. www.swisstown.com (Green Co.)

RACINEAnnual Job’s Daughters Craft Fair: Outdoorfair along Lake Michigan featuring uniqueexhibitors from four states. Food standsavailable. Masonic Center. 9am-4pm.262/878-4843. (Racine Co.)

Armenian Fest: The largest Armenianfestival in the Midwest with food, musicand dance. Fun for the whole family.Festival Park. 11am-6pm. 262/639-0531.(Racine Co.)

AUG 5-6 TUE-WEDGREEN BAYIf Tombstones Could Talk: Meet some ofGreen Bay’s famous and not-so-famousdeparted citizens as they describe theirlives on the Wisconsin frontier. Outdoorwalking tour with costumed actors.Allouez Catholic Cemetery. 6:30pm-8pm.920/437-1840.www.browncohistoricalsoc.org (BrownCo.)

AUG 5-23 TUE-SATFISH CREEKPeninsula Music Festival: Nine differentconcerts are presented in three weekseach August in the state of the art DoorCommunity Auditorium. Door CommunityAuditorium. 920/854-4060.www.musicfestival.com (Door Co.)

AUG 6 WEDMERCERLoon Day Art & Craft Fair: Annual art andcraft show with more than 250 exhibitors.Loon calling contest, food, music,dancing, demonstrations, sidewalk andbake sales, face painting for kids and aflea market. Live performance of theLakeland Barbershop Chorus between11am-noon in front of Heart of the Northfollowed by the famous loon callingcontest at 12:30pm where contestants ofall ages emulate their best cry of the loon.Downtown. 9am-4pm. 715/476-2389.www.mercercc.com (Iron Co.)

AUG 6-10 WED-SUNGAYS MILLSCrawford County Fair: Midway thrills,exhibits, animal judging, demo derby,good food and lots of family fun. CrawfordCounty Fairgrounds. 608/326-0223.www.crawfordcountywisconsinfair.com(Crawford Co.)

NEILLSVILLEClark County Fair: Truck pulls,entertainment shows, demolition derby, 4-H animal show, professional rodeo,carnival rides, great food, and manydisplays. Clark County Fairgrounds.715/223-2071. clark.uwex.edu (Clark Co.)

AUG 7 THUGREEN BAYTaste on Broadway: Amazing night offood, music, socializing and fun. Localbreweries serve their specialty crafteddrafts, local wineries pour their best glass,and chefs offer up their own specialtydishes. Broadway District. 5-11pm.920/437-2531.www.tasteonbroadway.com (Brown Co.)

AUG 7-9 THU-SATPRAIRIE DU CHIENCountry on the River Music Fest: Threeday country music festival with nationalcountry acts as well as local and regionalbands. Country on the River Grounds.608/326-6724, 800/864-1771.www.countryontheriver.com (CrawfordCo.)

AUG 7-10 THU-SUNEAGLE RIVERVilas County Fair: Exhibits, horse shows,horseshoe tournament, judging, midwayrides, and refreshments. Vilas CountyFairgrounds. 715/479-2057.www.co.vilas.wi.us/fair/index.html (VilasCo.)

ELKHART LAKEUSCC United SportsCar Championship:Formerly ALMS/Grand-Am. RoadAmerica. 920/892-4576, 800/365-7223.www.roadamerica.com (Sheboygan Co.)

AUG 8 FRIPLYMOUTHCheese Capital Jazz Crawl for the Arts:Plymouth’s restaurants and pubs host 10live jazz bands - small jazz combos to afull orchestra swing band. Venues includePlymouth Arts Center, Cozy Bar, WildshotsPub, Turner Hall, 52 Stafford, City Cluband Amore Banquet Hall. Downtown.4pm-12:30am. 920/892-8409.plymoutharts.org (Sheboygan Co.)

AUG 8-9 FRI-SATCLINTONVILLEFireman’s Festival: Parade downtown,refreshment stands, water fights, kids’events and dance. WA Olen Park.715/823-3308.www.clintonvillewi.org/chamber (WaupacaCo.)

SYMCOThe Shakedown: 1964 and oldertraditional style hot rods and customs.Camping, free parking, and vendors.Party, car show and rockabilly weekend.Free tubing on the Wolf River. ThreshereeGrounds. Opens noon on Fri, 6am Sat,closes 11pm both days. 920/235-1020.www.symcoshakedown.com (WaupacaCo.)

WAUPUNWaupun Truck-N-Show: This annual saluteto the trucking industry features parades,free live music, children’s activities, foodand fun for the whole family. WaupunCommunity Center. 920/324-9985.www.waupuntrucknshow.com (DodgeCo.)

WEST BENDWest Bend Cache Ba$h: West Bend isknown as the “Geocaching Capital of theMidwest.” Join us for the Annual $1000CacheBa$h. Mega Event GC4KJR0Geocaching is a year-round, outdoortreasure hunting game using a handheldGPS unit that is fun for all ages. RegnerPark. 262/338-2666.visitwestbend.com/geocaching(Washington Co.)

AUG 8-10 FRI-SUNABBOTSFORDAbbotsford First City Days: Antique stocktractor pull, food, music, vintagesnowmobile show & swap meet, ATV lawntractor pull, craft show, kids’ games,breakfast in the park, and more. RedArrow Park. Fri 4pm-midnight, Sat 8am-Midnight, Sun 8am-4pm. 715/223-8509.www.abbycolbyareachamber.org (ClarkCo.)

ALGOMAShanty Days Celebration of the Lake:Includes ethnic foods, NE Wisconsin’slargest parade, fireworks display over thelake , multi-band entertainment, 150+arts and craft and street fair vendors,kids’ activities, car cruise, huge booksale, and much more. Downtown. Fri 3-11:30pm, Sat 10am-11:30pm, Sun10am-8pm. 920/487-2041.www.algomachamber.org (Kewaunee Co.)

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CHIPPEWA FALLSPure Water Days: YMCA races, sportingevents, kids’ games, fireworks, liveentertainment, food, kids’ parade andlarge parade on Saturday and many othercity-wide events. 715/723-0331.www.visitchippewafallswi.com (ChippewaCo.)

LA CROSSEIrishfest: Festivities will include Irishdance shows, Irish market, cultural tent,wee folks area, tea garden, rides in ahorse-drawn Irish cart, plus food vendorsfeaturing Irish stew, Irish potatoes, cornedbeef, and more. Southside Fest Grounds.800/658-9424. www.irishfestlacrosse.org(La Crosse Co.)

MOSINEELittle Bull Falls LogJam Festival: Step backin time and enjoy Mosinee’s rich logginghistory along the Wisconsin River. Liveentertainment, historical displays andactivities, lumberjack shows, Civil Warand re-enactment camps, artisans,vendors, and food and refreshments onthe grounds. Fireworks at dusk over theWisconsin River. River Park. 715/693-4336. www.logjamfestival.org (MarathonCo.)

NORWALKNorwalk Truck & Tractor Pull: One of themost scenic locations to view a tractorpull in the state. A National Tractor PullAssociation (NTPA) division III sanctionedevent. Charcoal chicken, parades, livebands, entertainment and more.Downtown. 608/269-4123.www.norwalklionsclub.com (Monroe Co.)

RIB LAKERib Lake Ice Age Days: A community-widecelebration with events and activities forthe entire family. One and 5 milewalk/run, High View fish boil, free streetdance on Friday. Classic Car Show andfree street dance on Saturday. Paradefollowed by special events on Sunday.Amusement rides, concessions, foodcourts, and more family fun happening allweekend long. Downtown. 715/427-5404.riblakewisconsin.com (Taylor Co.)

ROTHSCHILDWisconsin Square & Round DanceConvention: Three-day convention willinclude square, round, contra andtraditional dancing, special events,fashion show, retail vendors andshowcase of ideas. Cedar Creek Mall.262/548-3653.www.wisquaredanceconvention.org(Marathon Co.)

SEYMOURBurger Fest & Balloon Rally: Witness “TheWorld’s Largest Hamburger Parade,” getyour fill at the Hardee’s® ThickBurger®

Eating Contest, take the plunge on theketchup slide and check out thecomplete burger memorabilia collection atthe Seymour Community Museum. Eventsalso include a car show, motorcyclecharity ride, bun run, kid’s activities,parade (Sat 11am) and live music. Hot airballoons ascend around 6pm both Fri &Sat evenings with a balloon glow to followeach night at dusk. Sat & Sun morning,hot air balloons ascend around 6am. Allflights are weather permitting. Hot airballoon rally free, admission for BurgerFest. Fri night Balloon Ascension 6pm,glow at dusk, Sat Home of theHamburger Festival on Depot St noon-9pm, Balloon Ascension 6am, 6pm, glowat dusk. 920/833-6688.www.homeofthehamburger.org(Outagamie Co.)

AUG 9 SATANTIGOAntigo Tater Trot: 10K and 1 mile runs, a4-mile timed walk/run. Start and finish atAntigo City Park. Post race celebrationincludes live entertainment and a bakedpotato bar. Antigo City Park. 9am start.715/627-4336. www.antigotatertrot.com(Langlade Co.)

BARABOOSummer Art Classic: 75 juried artists infine sculpture, ceramics, paintings,jewelry, photography, glass, fiber art andmore. Great food, children’s activities andmusical entertainment in close proximityto the historic Al. Ringling Theatre,

downtown shops, and restaurants.Courthouse Lawn. 9am-4pm. 608/356-3192. www.wi-scaa.org (Sauk Co.)

BOULDER JUNCTIONBoulder Junction History Day: Watchhistory come alive during the PicnicTheatre’s performance of a special figurein Boulder Junction’s history. Brat & bakesale. Community Center & HistoricalMuseum. 11am to 4pm. 715/385-2617.boulderjct.org/ (Vilas Co.)

CHILTONSteam Engine Show: Display of antiquefarm machinery, a model steam engine,toy show and flea market. CalumetCounty Fairgrounds. 9am-5pm. 920/989-2412. www.wisteam-engine.com (CalumetCo.)

HURLEYPaavo Nurmi Marathon & Relay: The 46thAnnual running of Wisconsin’s oldest andmost prestigious marathon. Torch lightingceremony, pre-race spaghetti dinner onFriday. Post Paavo Party awards onHurley’s Famous Silver Street onSaturday. Qualifier for the BostonMarathon. Hurley Area Chamber ofCommerce. Race Starts at 7:30am.715/561-4334.www.paavonurmimarathon.com (Iron Co.)

SISTER BAYDoor County Festival of Fine Arts: Day-longfestival featuring Door County artists,demonstrations, live music, and children’sactivities. Waterfront Park. 920/854-2812.www.cometosisterbay.com (Door Co.)

STURGEON BAYWest Fest: Wild west day with craft show,chili cook-off, live country western music,kids’ activities, food and beverages. WestSide Business District. 11am-5pm.920/743-6246. www.sturgeonbay.net(Door Co.)

WOODRUFFMinocqua Triathlon: The Triathlon offersboth sprint and distance events. Theswim, bike and run courses will challengeathletes among the woods and waters ofthe scenic Northwoods. Music, food andbeverages for athletes, friends, familiesand spectators. Clear Lake Picnic Area.7:30am-1pm. 715/356-5266.www.minocquatriathlon.com (Oneida Co.)

AUG 9-10 SAT-SUNBRODHEADCovered Bridge Days: Street dance,sidewalk sales, flea market, parade,antique tractor show and pull, thresheree,antique car show, historic tours, softballand volleyball tournaments. Wildflower ArtFestival in the park and wildflowerwalking tours. Downtown Square & SouthBrodhead. 608/897-8411.BrodheadChamber.org (Green Co.)

HAUGENHaugen Fun Days: Mushroom hunt startson Thursday. Friday karaoke at 5pm.Saturday - strong man competition,garage sales, “kolaches” for sale at theVillage Hall, volleyball tournament, beersampling and live music. Friday andSaturday street dance at 9pm. Sunday -family fun day, parade and garden tractorpull. Concessions and beer gardenavailable all weekend. 715/234-7554.(Barron Co.)

IOLAIola Vintage Military & Gun Show withVintage Tractors & Equipment: Showvehicles include military vehicles, militaryequipment, tractors, machines andprofessional vehicle exhibit. Battle re-enactments for World War II and Vietnamera with pyrotechnics. Living historyencampments, swap meet, parades ofvehicles and speakers. Campingavailable. Admission fee. Iola Old CarShow Grounds. 715/445-4005.www.iolavms.com (Waupaca Co.)

LAKE GENEVAArt in the Park: Outdoor, juried, fine artfair on beautiful Geneva Lake. 100 artistsfrom all over the country will exhibitpottery, fiber, leather, paper, glass,graphics, jewelry, metal, mixed media,painting, photography, sculpture, andwood. Flat Iron Park. Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm. 262/249-7988.www.glaa@genevalakeart.org (WalworthCo.)

MILWAUKEEMorning Glory Fine Craft Fair: Milwaukee’spremier contemporary fine craft fair.Handsome downtown location along theMilwaukee River. Silent auction andspecial amenities for artists and patrons.Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.10am-5pm. 414/273-7206.www.wdcc.org/exhibitions/index.cfm(Milwaukee Co.)

OGEMASpirit-Hill-Ogema 4-H Fair: An old-fashioned type fair with fun for the wholefamily including exhibits, 4-H style show,buffet dinner at 11am, frog jumpingcontest, egg toss, tug-of-war, other kidsactivities in the afternoon, plus anevening program. Spirit Town Hall.715/339-0250, 715/564-3340.www.pricecountywi.net (Price Co.)

YORKYork-Northfield Rodeo: Saturday events:Gymkhana, lip sync contest, crowning theRodeo Princess, and live music. Sundayevents: parade, horseshoe contest, androdeo. Ormand Kinning Park. 715/533-2368. (Jackson Co.)

AUG 10 SUNBOULDER JUNCTIONMusky Jamboree: Featuring an antiqueauto show, entertainment, 150+ arts andcraft vendors, flea market, kids’ castingcontest, concessions & fun run. The FunRun consists of 5K and 10K coursesbeginning at the Boulder JunctionBaseball Park and winding throughscenic, gently rolling asphalt surfacedroads, woodland and paved trails.Downtown. 9am-4pm. 715/385-2400,800/466-8759. www.boulderjct.org (VilasCo.)

BURLINGTONCorn & Brat Fest: Family event featuringlive music, kids’ games, art & craft fair,and food. Echo Lake Veterans Park.10am-6pm. 262/492-3026. (Racine Co.)

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TURTLE LAKECars, Crafts & Rock-N-Roll in the Park:Annual show with dash plaques to thefirst 200 entries and 1st, 2nd & 3rd placetrophies awarded to all classes. Morethan 50 craft vendors display theircreations; classic 50s & 60s Rock-n-Rollmusic. Turtle Lake Village Park. Car show8am-3pm, Craft Show 9am-3pm.715/986-4680.www.villageofturtlelake.com (Barron Co.)

AUG 11 MONELKHART LAKEElkhart Lake’s Downtown Night: Samplelocal restaurant specialties at the Taste ofElkhart Lake. Kids will enjoy Shetlandpony rides, the jumping castle, and rockclimbing wall. Live music in the square.Downtown. 5-9:30pm. 920/876-2922.www.elkhartlake.com (Sheboygan Co.)

AUG 12 TUEELLISON BAYPerseid Meteor Showers Night Sky Event:Join us in the picnic area at dusk to viewthis spectacular meteor shower in thedarkest park of northern Door County.Bring a lawn chair or blanket. NewportState Park. 920/854-2500. dnr.wi.gov(Door Co.)

AUG 12-14 TUE-THUPLOVERWisconsin Farm Technology Days: Thelargest agricultural show in Wisconsinshowcasing the latest improvements inproduction agriculture. More than 600exhibitors. Activities for every interest witha family living tent, a youth tent, heritagetractor and machinery display, exhibitsand displays for home, yard and garden,and entertainment. Blue Top Farms &Feltz Family Farms. Tues & Wed 9am-5pm. Thur 9am-4pm. 715/344-2556.www.wifarmtechnologydays.com (BarronCo.)

AUG 13 WEDEAGLE RIVERPaul Bunyan Fest: Family fun event withan arts and craft show, musicalentertainment, chainsaw carving demos,Paul Bunyan-sized beef sandwiches andluncheon, and much more. Downtown.10am-4pm. 800/359-6315, 175/479-6400. www.eagleriver.org (Vilas Co.)

AUG 13-17 WED-SUNBEAVER DAMDodge County Fair: Huge midway andmain stage with top national country andclassic rock entertainment. Lots ofexhibits and vendors, live music, a magicshow, chain saw carving, pony rides, apetting zoo, and demolition derby.Fairgrounds. 8am-mid each day.920/885-3586.www.dodgecountyfairgrounds.com (DodgeCo.)

DEPEREBrown County Fair: The Brown County FairAssociation will provide an opportunity foryouth and adults to learn together in afamily oriented environment by sharingexperiences and accomplishments.Fairgrounds. 920/336-7292.www.browncountyfair.com/ (Brown Co.)

LAKE GENEVAVenetian Festival: Five day festivalfeaturing a carnival, craft fair, water skishow, musical entertainment, localcuisine and the festival’s traditionallighted boat parade followed by afireworks display high above GenevaLake. Library Park/ Flat Iron Park. Wed-Fri 6pm-midnight , Sat & Sun noon-midnight. 262/248-4416.www.lakegenevaJaycees.org (WalworthCo.)

WILMOTKenosha County Fair: Enjoy great food,attractions, entertainment, and more atthe 94th Annual Kenosha County Fair!2014 theme: Days of Swine and Roses.Fairgrounds. 8am-midnight. 262/843-2016, 262/862-6121. kenoshacofair.com(Kenosha Co.)

AUG 14-17 THU-SUNFOND DU LACWarbirds and Classics Over the Midwest:Over 300 of the most beautiful giant scaleradio control airplanes in the country flyincredible performances. Military planesfrom World War I and biplanes throughtoday’s turbine engine jets flying 200miles per hour, classic civilian planes upto 1960, plus great food, burgers, brats,soft drinks and ice cream are available.Wellnitz Field. 9am-4pm. 920/960-8331.www.midwestwarbirds.com (Fond du LacCo.)

HAYWARDSawyer County Fair: Family entertainment,carnival, live music, exhibits, animal andagriculture displays. Fairgrounds. 9am-mid. 715/934-2721.www.sawyercountyfair.org (Sawyer Co.)

MILWAUKEEIrish Fest: The nation’s largest Irishfestival celebrates Irish music, dance,culture, sports and cuisine. More than300 entertainers on 17 stages, children’sactivities, Celtic canines and Irish waresdelight the Irish in everyone. Henry MaierFestival Park. Times: Thur 5-10pm, Fri4pm-mid, Sat noon-mid, Sun 11am-10pm. 414/476-3378. www.irishfest.com(Milwaukee Co.)

Milwaukee A la Carte: The Zoo’s annualfood and music “feast with the beasts.”More than 25 area restaurants providethe feast plus four entertainment stages.9am-10pm. 414/258-2333.www.milwaukeezoo.org (Milwaukee Co.)

AUG 15-16 FRI-SATHILBERTVoices of Peace Gospel Music Fest: 18performing groups playing country,bluegrass, and southern gospel music.Food, snacks and refreshments will beavailable on the grounds. Hilbert CivicPark. Fri 1-9pm, Sat 10am-8pm.920/756-3830. www.voicesofpeace.net(Calumet Co.)

WAUPACAArts on the Square: An eclecticcelebration of the arts with a juried artshow and sale, live music, and theater onthree entertainment stages, farmer’smarket, participatory events andworkshops, and an art of home brew andwine making venue. City Square.715/258-3741. www.waupacaarts.org(Waupaca Co.)

AUG 15-17 FRI-SUNBARABOOBadger Steam and Gas Engine Show:Wisconsin’s largest display of earlyAmerican steam-powered and gas-powered equipment. Food, flea market,arts & crafts, and entertainment. ShowGrounds. 8am-5pm. 608/522-4905.www.badgersteamandgas.com (Sauk Co.)

EAGLE RIVERNational Championship Musky Open:World’s largest amateur muskytournament includes a sport show,trophies, food and fun for the wholefamily. Fish one of seven lake families inVilas County. Fairgrounds. 800/359-6315.www.muskyopen.com (Vilas Co.)

HOLMENHolmen Kornfest: Enjoy Friday nightfireworks and a parade on Saturday.Fresh corn on the cob, chicken BBQ andother food, live music, carnival, waterfights, tractor pulls, horseshoetournament, volleyball, softball andconcessions. Car show on Sunday atHolmen Middle School. Halfway CreekPark & American Legion. 608/526-4444.www.holmenkornfest.com/ (La CrosseCo.)

NORTH HUDSONNorth Hudson Pepper Festival: NorthHudson celebrates its Italian heritage withthis annual event including a parade,carnival, Italian food booths, spaghettiand hot pepper-eating contests, music,bingo, 5k & 10k run, and a Queencoronation. Pepperfest Park. 715/386-8411. www.pepperfest.org (St. Croix Co.)

STAR PRAIRIEStar Prairie Ox Cart Days: The three-dayfestival includes softball tournaments, aqueen coronation, canoe races, medallionhunt and a parade with high schoolmarching bands from many northwesternWisconsin communities performing. StarPrairie Ball Park. 715/246-2900.www.oxcartdays.com (St. Croix Co.)

VALMYValmy Thresheree & Antique MachineryShow: Friday night dance, ThreshereeSaturday and Sunday with tractor pull,entertainment, games for the entirefamily, arts and crafts fair, great music,food and refreshments. Club Grounds.Gates open Fri 6pm. 920/743-4859.valmythresheree.org (Door Co.)

AUG 16 SATFREDERICFrederic Art & Craft Fair: Crafters andartists display their work from soaps andlotions to baskets, pottery and woodwork.Downtown. 9am-4pm. 715/653-2338. www.frederic-wi.com (Polk Co.)

KENOSHAHarborPark Jazz & Blues Festival: Enjoy agreat jazz concert on the shore of LakeMichigan. Produced by the volunteerefforts of the Mary Lou & Arthur F.Mahone Fund. HarborPark’s CelebrationPlace. 262/654-2412.www.mahonefund.org (Kenosha Co.)

MONTELLOFather Marquette Days: Crafters andvendors, kids’ games, car show, livemusic, parade, duck raffle, slow-pitchmen’s softball tournament, horse shoetournament, volleyball tournament, andMontello Granite 5/10K Run. MontelloCity Park. 608/369-0728.www.montellowi.com (Marquette Co.)

PEWAUKEEPewaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show:Show drawing 40+ antique and classicboats from southeast Wisconsin. Boatsranging from the late 20s to the early 70s.Boat sizes will range from 14 feet to 38feet. Also features antique cars, big wheelantique bikes, kids’ activities, music, foodand a closing ceremony honoring ourveterans. Lakefront Park. 9am-5pm.262/695-2994. glacbs.org (WaukeshaCo.)

PORTAGEFriendship Village Celebrates Zona Gale: Acommemoration of Pulitzer Prize winningdramatist and social activist Zona Gale.Poetry and play reading, cemetery tour,music, tours of Gale’s two homes inPortage, ice cream social and more.Various Locations. 10am-3pm. 608/742-2228. www.portagewi.com (Columbia Co.)

Silver Lake Triathlon: Beginner-friendlyevent starting at beautiful Silver Lake andcontinuing into the gently rollingcountryside of the Portage area. SilverLake Beach. 608/742-4888.www.silverlaketriathlon.com (ColumbiaCo.)

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STOUGHTONStoughton Coffee Break Festival: Samplecoffee from a host of coffee vendors,check out the art and craft show, carshow, kids’ activities, music, food, beerand participate in the 1-mile or 5k run.Mandt Park. 9am-4pm. 608/873-7912.www.stoughtonwi.com (Dane Co.)

WALESDonna Lexa Memorial Art Fair: This annualjuried art fair has over 65 artists,entertainment, food, children’s area, andused book sale. Glacial Drumlin Trail.10am-5pm. 262/968-2945.www.donnalexamemorialartfair.org(Waukesha Co.)

WASHINGTON ISLANDWashington Island Fair: Parade, craftbooths, food booths, exhibits and bingo atthe Rec. Center. 920/847-2179.www.washingtonisland-wi.com (Door Co.)

WAUPACAWaupaca Area Triathlon: A 1/2-mile swim,20-mile bike race and 5K-run. ShortCourse is 1/4 mile swim, 12 mile bikeand 2 mile run. Waupaca Kids Triathlontakes place on Friday evening for ages 4-10. South Park’s Shadow Lake. 715/258-7343. www.waupacaareatriathlon.com(Waupaca Co.)

AUG 16-17 SAT-SUNCASSVILLEStonefield Railroad Days: All aboard for atrip back in time to Stonefield and an erawhen trains provided the main source oftransportation for both people and goods.The day will feature activities and displaysrelated to railroading. Visit the Stonefielddepot, hop up into the Stonefieldcaboose, view model railroading trains,and stop by the “End of the Line” hobocamp where samples of mulligan stew willbe available. Stonefield. 10am-5pm.608/725-5210.www.stonefieldhistoricsite.org (Grant Co.)

SUPERIORSuperior Watercross Shootout: Watercrossracing is taking modified snowmobilesthat can move at speeds of 60mph andracing them on water.This Shootout willconsist of two days of racing action atBarker’s Island with several heats of dragand oval racing throughout the weekendand the final championship races to beheld Sunday afternoon. Barker’s Island.10am-5pm. 218/279-0018.www.superiorwatercross.com (DouglasCo.)

TURTLE LAKEMoon Lake Threshermen’s AssociationThreshing Bee: Annual Bee includesdemonstrations of farming fromyesteryear, antique cars, tractors, steamdriven machinery, farm displays, slowtractor race, kids’ events, miniature trainride, flea market, music and food.Sollman Farm. 715/948-2820.www.moonlakeshow.org (Barron Co.)

WAUKESHADirty Girl Mud Run: Run through theiconic 20-foot high starting arch. Inbetween, women will traverse obstaclesspecifically designed to get their heartspumping. Guaranteed to deliver a senseof euphoria and accomplishment - mudcovered, of course. Waukesha ExpoCenter. Waves begin at 8am. 262/896-8490. godirtygirl.com (Waukesha Co.)

WEST ALLISMilwaukee IndyFest: See the fastestdrivers in the world for 225 laps of actionand get access to the stars of the IZODIndyCar Series. Milwaukee Mile. 414/266-7100. www.milwaukeeindyfest.com(Milwaukee Co.)

AUG 17 SUNANTIGOBadgerland Classics & Customs AnnualCar Show & Swap Meet: Antique andcollectible cars and trucks, parts andliterature vendors, show cars, and classiccars for sale. Peaceful Valley Park. 8am-4pm. 715/623-7351.www.badgerlandcc.org (Langlade Co.)

FOND DU LACRace the Lake: A 90-mile bike racearound Lake Winnebago. This event isdesigned for the recreational cyclist to theprofessional. For all ages and abilities.Lakeside Park & Lighthouse. Race begins5:45am. 800/429-8044.www.midwestsportsevents.com (Fond duLac Co.)

MILTONMilton’s Historical Society Arts and CraftsFair: 100 vendors of authentic arts andcrafts. Ice Cream Social, discountedmuseum tours, craft raffle, non profit foodbooths, and country store. Held inconjunction with the Milton Chamber’sChicken BBQ. Milton Historical Society.9am-4pm. 608/868-7772.www.miltonhouse.org (Rock Co.)

NEW HOLSTEINNew Holstein Kiwanis Arts & Crafts Fair:Arts and Crafts Fair includes a pancakebreakfast, free corn roast, andentertainment and other food in theafternoon. Civic Park. 920/898-5640.(Calumet Co.)

RACINERacine Zoo Classic Car Show: This carand motorcycle show is one of the bestattended in southeast Wisconsin. Food,fun and classics for all to enjoy andadmire. Racine Zoo. 10am-4pm.262/636-9189. www.racinezoo.org/(Racine Co.)

AUG 20-24 WED-SUNLOYALLoyal Corn Festival: Horseshoetournaments, horse, truck and tractorpulls, Spanky’s Run/Walk, carnival, livemusic, great food including Loyal’sfamous corn on the cob, and one of thearea’s best parades including hometown

celebrities Steady Eddie and Travis,Guinness Book of World Record’s StiltWalkers. Various locations. 715/255-8772. www.loyalcornfest.com (Clark Co.)

AUG 21-24 THU-SUNCUMBERLANDRutabaga Festival: Live entertainment, apedal tractor pull, pepper-eating contest,basketball shootout, craft show, bike tour, and grand parade. Downtown. 8am-noon. 715/822-3378.www.cumberland-wisconsin.com (BarronCo.)

IRON RIVERBayfield County Fair: Horse shows,animals, music in the beer garden,demolition derby, dirt dash, carnival andmuch more. Bayfield County Fairgrounds.715/373-6125.www.bayfieldcounty.org/fair (Bayfield Co.)

WAUSAUKEEMarinette County Fair: The fair features 4-H and open class exhibits, merchant’sexhibits, music, midway entertainment,truck and tractor pulls and the demoderby. Fairgrounds. Gates open 9am-10pm. 715/582-0622.marinettecountyfair.com (Marinette Co.)

AUG 22-23 FRI-SATPORTAGETaste of Portage Market Fair: Bring yourappetite and get ready to fill your stomachwith samples of great food from our localrestaurants and non-profit groups. Music,art and craft show, car and truck show,kids’ activities, live music and food andbeer court area in the evening and more.Market Square. 608/742-6242, 800/474-2525. www.portagewi.com (Columbia Co.)

SUPERIORLake Superior Dragon Boat Festival:Dragon Boat racing all day Saturday. Food and beverage vendors, arts andcrafts fair, entertainment Friday eveningand Saturday throughout the day.Barker’s Island. Fri 4-10pm. Sat 7am-10pm. 218/260-9850.www.lakesuperiordragons.com (DouglasCo.)

AUG 22-24 FRI-SUNEDGARNorth Central Wisconsin Antique Steamand Gas Engine Show: Gas and steamengine powered machinery on exhibit,flea market, refreshments, one roomschool house, log home, general store,gas station, blacksmith shop, homesteaddemonstrations, weaving, wine making,flour grinding, and ice cream making.Petting zoo and games for children andmusic throughout the weekend. KurtUmnus Farm. Fri 8am-11pm, Sat 7am-11pm, Sun 7am-7pm. 715/352-2978.www.edgarsteamshow.com (MarathonCo.)

GREEN BAYArtstreet: Showcases over 200 artists fromthroughout the country. Music andperforming arts on multiple stages, ediblearts and artist demonstrations, literaryevents, creative art activities for children,and cultural exhibits. Downtown. Fri 5pm-mid, Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 10am-5pm.Art Fair hours: Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun.10am-5pm. 920/435-5220.www.artseventsinc.com/artstreet (BrownCo.)

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HUSTLERHustlerfest: Tractor pulls, food, music,contests, games, races, pig wrestling,parade and much more. DowntownHustler - Village Park. 608/427-2070.www.hustlerfest.com (Juneau Co.)

MILWAUKEEMexican Fiesta: Spice up your life withauthentic Mexican food, rousing mariachibands, the foot-stomping rhythms andcolorful swirl of traditional dancers, andthe handmade treasures of themarketplace. Fri 11am-11:30pm, Sat &Sun noon-11:30pm. 414/383-7066.www.mexicanfiesta.org (Milwaukee Co.)

ONALASKALegion Community Days: Food,entertainment, fireworks, bingo, softball,bean bag toss, euchre and Texas Hold’emtournaments, grande parade, kids’parade, kids’ fishing derby, AmericanHonor Riders Motorcycle Run, OnalaskaFire Dept. Fireman’s Dance, 5K Fun Walkfor ALS Festival Grounds, and Show andShine Car Show. American Legion.608/783-3300. www.onalaskapost336.org(La Crosse Co.)

AUG 23 SATFORT ATKINSONRhythm On The River: Experience anevening of live music, great food and funon the riverwalk in beautiful downtownFort Atkinson. Downtown. 920/563-3210.www.fortchamber.com (Jefferson Co.)

HAYWARDSeeley Lions Club Pre-Fat Bike Race:Three divisions of races. 25 mile Expert-Fat, 15 mile Sport-Fat, 10 mile Citizen-Fatand 3k Cub Race. Seeley Hills Trails.715/634-6449.www.seeleywis.com/lionsprefat (SawyerCo.)

HILBERTCheesehead Run 5K, Half Marathon, &Half Marathon Relay: This great Wisconsinrace course traces the countryside of thesmall Village of Hilbert. Fun themedcostumes, unique awards, collectible t-shirts, and an amazing finish line feast.Competitive and casual runners andwalkers welcome. Village HearthstoneRestaurant. 7:30am (tentative). 920/205-3310. www.pacesettersrun.com (CalumetCo.)

NEW RICHMONDCorn Fest: Free family fun event with livemusic, free corn on the cob and rootbeer, kids games, a 5k and 10k race and1 mile youth run. There will be additionalconcessions for sale and activities thatmay have a small fee. Glover Park.8:30am 5k & 10k race; 10am-2pm.715/246-2252. www.nracentre.com (St.Croix Co.)

WAUPACAWaupaca Rod & Classic Car Club CarShow and Cruise: A rod and classic carshow with all the summer amenities.South Park. 715/256-1099. (WaupacaCo.)

AUG 23-24 SAT-SUNCORNELLChippewa River Rendezvous: Learn aboutthe history of Wisconsin in the 1600s.There will be prize drawings, silentauctions, historical demonstrations,worship service, delicious food and a

large modern day flea market, car show,craft fair and a farmers’ market. Mill YardPark. 715/579-4571.chippewarendezvous.wix.com/home(Chippewa Co.)

AUG 24 SUNGREENBUSHWade House Annual Arts and Crafts Fair:Artisans and craftspeople from Wisconsinand across the Midwest display and selltheir wares at one of the most popularand longstanding fairs of its kind ineastern Wisconsin. Baskets, grapevinewreaths, oil paintings, country crafts,ornaments, toys, dolls, teddy bears,handmade lace, jewelry, dried flowers,furniture, wooden bowls, rugs and muchmore. 10am-5pm. 920/526-3271.www.wadehouse.org (Sheboygan Co.)

AUG 27-SEP 1 WED-MONELKHORNWalworth County Fair: Livestock judging,exhibits, carnival rides, concessions,harness racing, tractor and truck pulls,demolition derby, and free grandstandshows. Walworth County Fairgrounds.7am-midnight; Labor Day until 9pm.262/723-3228.www.walworthcountyfair.com (WalworthCo.)

AUG 28-SEP 1 THU-MONMILWAUKEEMilwaukee Rally: All motorcycles andriders are welcome. Poker Run, 100s ofvendors, non-stop entertainment, hottestbikes, scenic road trips, and hometownhospitality. Harley-Davidson Dealers inMilwaukee. 800/241-1340, 414/350-4070. www.milwaukeerally.com(Milwaukee Co.)

AUG 29-30 FRI-SATPRAIRIE DU SACWisconsin State Cow Chip Throw:Featuring two stages of entertainment,arts and crafts fair, food booths, 5k and10k run and much more. Marion Park.608/643-4317. www.wiscowchip.com(Sauk Co.)

AUG 29-31 FRI-SUNBARABOOBaraboo River Rendezvous: Fur trade re-enactment and rendezvous held on thesite of the first settled part of Baraboo.Camps, traders, events and food vendors.Spirit Point. 9am-5pm. 608/356-8172.www.baraboo.com (Sauk Co.)

CRANDONWorld Championship Off-Road Races:Premier off-road racing at its best.Attended each year by over 40,000 fans.Crandon International Off-Road Raceway.715/478-2222. www.crandonoffroad.com(Forest Co.)

EXELANDTrout Festival: Fishing contest, 5KObstacle Run, ATV pull, kids’ carnival,street parade, live music, volleyballtourney, softball tourney, horseshoetourney, Queen contest, bow shoot,pancake feed, trout sandwich and raffles.Main St. 715/266-4181.www.exelandrodandgunclub.org (SawyerCo.)

FOND DU LACWisconsin Street Rod Association CornRoast & Car Show: Annual event withmore than 600 flashy street rods ondisplay. Parade, corn roast, purchase carparts, souvenirs, music, kids’entertainment, and much more. Fond duLac County Fairgrounds. 920/979-4601.www.wirod.com (Fond du Lac Co.)

HOLMENWestern Wisconsin Regional High SchoolRodeo: Bareback riding, saddle bronc andbull riding, steer wrestling, calf roping,cutting teams, barrel racing, pole bendingand break-away-roping. Coulee RegionRiders Club. 608/526-4684.www.ridersclub.org (La Crosse Co.)

NEW GLARUSWilhelm Tell Festival: 75th anniversary ofthe Wilhelm Tell Festival including thefinal pageant performance in German.Highlights include Swiss music, yodelingcontest, parade, Art in the Park, andchildren’s lantern parade. 608/527-2095.www.wilhelmtell.org (Green Co.)

PARK FALLSFifield Dirt Devils Labor Day Weekend ATVRally: Approximately 200 miles of trail,poker run, mud run, and off-roadchallenge plus trail riding, music, foodand refreshments. Wojcieszak’s FlambeauResort. 715/762-2703, 877/762-2703.www.parkfalls.com (Price Co.)

PRENTICEProgress Days: Events include kickball,Neon Glow 5k Fun Run/Walk, co-edsoftball tournament, volleyball court open,dunk tank, arts and crafts, parade,Optimists Snack Shack, BBQ chickendinners and pulled pork sandwiches, piesand goodies, free inflatable rides andbouncies, music, genealogical research,historical display, log loading contest, livemusic, airplane rides, fire truck rides,kids’ activities and more. Lions Park. Fri6-10pm; Sat 9am-1am, Sun 8am-8pm,715/428-2964, 715/428-2124. (Price Co.)

SHELL LAKETown & Country Days: Celebrate LaborDay Weekend with street dances, foodbooths, chocolate festival, sports contests,tractor pull, kiddie and grand parades,flea market, sailing regatta, games,contests, arts and crafts, and fly-inbreakfast. Downtown. 715/468-7289.www.washburncounty.org (Washburn Co.)

SUPERIORGreat Northern Classic Rodeo: MRA/URA-sanctioned professional rodeo includingsaddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, calfroping, team roping, bareback riding,cowgirl’s barrel racing, and bull riding.Other events that weekend include a 5Kwalk/run, miracle rodeo, children’s gamesduring all performances and numerousfood/merchandise vendors. Fairgrounds.Hours vary. 218/727-6336.www.greatnorthernclassicrodeo.com(Douglas Co.)

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WAUKESHAWisconsin Highland Games: Scottish andIrish athletics, rugby tournament,Highland dancing, pipe and drumcompetition, kids’ area, cultural area, pubtent, live music all day, demonstrations,workshops, animals, parades, food, andmore. Waukesha Expo Center. Fri 5-10pm, Sat 9am-10pm, Sun 10am-8pm.262/548-7200. www.wisconsinscottish.org(Waukesha Co.)

AUG 29-SEP 1 FRI-MONCHILTONCalumet County Fair: Carnival rides,exhibits, stock car racing, demolitionderby, live music, and grandstandentertainment. Calumet CountyFairgrounds. 920/853-3338.www.calumetcountyfair.com (CalumetCo.)

HILLSBOROHillsboro Firemen’s Labor Day Celebration:Activities start on Friday evening andinclude a junior fair, farmers’ market,carnival, tractor pulls, demolition derby,rodeo, Vernon County’s Largest Labor DayParade, refreshments, music andentertainment, softball and many otheractivities for the entire family. Firemen’sMemorial Park. 608/489-2521.www.hillsborofire.info (Vernon Co.)

JIM FALLSLion’s Sturgeon Festival: Amusements onthe midway, bands nightly, demolitionderbies, truck and tractor pull, and aparade. Anson Park. Opens Fri 5pm, Sat& Sun 9am, Mon 9am-5pm. 715/382-4538. www.visitchippewafallswi.com(Chippewa Co.)

LA CROSSELa Crosse Area Labor Day WeekendBicycle Festival: Enjoy four days of onand off road, self-supported bike rides inWisconsin’s scenic Driftless Region.Includes mountain biking, architecturaltours, coffee and muffin rides, ice creamrides, 30-100 mile road rides, live musicand entertainment. Cameron Park. Ridesdepart from Cameron Park dailybeginning at 7am. 800/658-9424.www.bicyclelacrosse.com (La Crosse Co.)

AUG 30-31 SAT-SUNCABLEBlue Moon Art Tour: Visit artists studiosalong Blue Moon Road in the beautifulCable/Drummond region in northernWisconsin. Sara Balbin - DragonflyStudio, Sara Qualey - S. Qualey Studio,Diana Randolph - Once in a Blue MoonStudio, Reg Behrends - Blue MoonPottery. Blue Moon Rd. 715/798-3833.www.bluemoonarttour.blogspot.com(Bayfield Co.)

EAGLE RIVERApple Harvest Craft Fest: Juried craft andgift event. Family entertainment andplenty of good food. Free admission. VilasCounty Fairgrounds. 9:30am-4:30pm.715/675-6201. www.eagleriver.org (VilasCo.)

MADISONTaste of Madison: Event showcases morethan 80 local restaurants, 20 beveragestands and three entertainment stages.The participating restaurants sell a vastvariety of both unique and traditionaldishes to the estimated 225,000attendees over the two-day period. CapitolSquare. 608/276-9797.www.tasteofmadison.com (Dane Co.)

PARK FALLSFlambeau 40 On-Road Bike Race & TimeTrials, The: 35-mile on-road bike raceconsisting of beautiful rolling hills alongthe Flambeau River. Race is open toanyone who wants to safely participate ina self-imposed challenge with friendlycompetition. St. Anthony’s Church. Sat:Road Race - Registration 8:30-9:30am,race 10am. Sun: Time Trials- Registration7:30-8:30am, trials 9am. 715/762-2703,877/762-2703. www.parkfalls.com (PriceCo.)

PHILLIPSGreat Wisconsin Northwoods PoweredParachute, Light-Sport & Ultralight AircraftFly-In: Join us and learn about poweredparachutes, ultra-light and light sportaircrafts or bring your own to this uniquefly-in. Join in comradeship, sharingexperiences and pilot briefing prior toflight times, mowed grass runways,camping available at the airport andnearby campgrounds. Price CountyAirport. Reg & set-up Fri at 3pm, then allday Sat & Sun. 715/339-6030, 715/820-0600. (Price Co.)

PORT WINGPort Wing Arts & Craft Show: Regional artsand crafts show and sale. Port Wing TownHall & Memorial Park. 715/774-3624.(Bayfield Co.)

SUPERIORDuluth-Superior Pride Festival: Bonfire onWisconsin Point, juried art show, studyGLBTAQI history through the lens of theTretter Collection, rock out in BayfrontFestival Park, attend a night of poetry,relax with an amateur film exhibit, ride aparade float through downtown Superior,and sail away on the fabulous Fruit Float.715/394-4009. www.dspride.com(Douglas Co.)

TWO RIVERSKites Over Lake Michigan: Giant showkites, precision stunt kite teams flyingdual-and quad-line kites, spectacular andcolorful ground displays, and games forkids. Night fly on Saturday night and abonfire on the beach. Release of 400+

MARATHONMarathon Fun Days: Marathon’scelebration featuring a carnival, games,music and the crowning of the Fun DaysQueen. The parade kicks off at 1pm onSunday featuring polka bands and highschool marching bands. DowntownMarathon. 715/355-8788. (Marathon Co.)

AUG 30 SATBALSAM LAKECorn-on-the-Curb: Sweet corn served bythe Girl Scouts. Live music and dancingat local establishments. Turtle CrunchDemolition Derby. Downtown. 10am-7pm.715/825-3188.www.polkcountytourism.com (Polk Co.)

HURLEYFestivale Italiano: Craft fair and fleamarket 11am-5pm, Marty’s GoldenairesSenior Drum and Bugle Corpperformance, kids’ games, refreshmentsand great Italian food. Downtown. Craftfair 11am-5pm, event hours 11am-9pm.715/561-4334. www.hurleyii.com (IronCo.)

NEW LISBONFly In-Drive In: Breakfast, lunch, aircrafton display, antique-classic cars ondisplay, arts and crafts, and chopper ridesavailable. Mauston-New Lisbon Airport.6:30am-4pm. 608/547-6503. (JuneauCo.)

PORT WINGFish Boil: Annual traditional and tastyLake Superior fish boil with white fish,potatoes and onions. Plus arts and craftsshow, parades, a flower show, 10K run 5Kwalk, food prizes and more. Town Hall.10am-8pm. 715/774-3555.portwingwi.com (Bayfield Co.)

SISTER BAYMarina Fest: Live entertainment, food andbeverages, water ski show by theWaterboard Warriors, fireworks and more.Sister Bay Marina. 920/854-2812.www.sisterbaytourism.com (Door Co.)

sky lanterns at about the same time onSaturday evening followed by a fireworksfinale. Free kite making for kids onSunday. Neshotah Beach. 11am-4pmand Saturday night fly. 920/793-9599.www.uniqueflyingobjects.com (ManitowocCo.)

AUG 30-SEP 1 SAT-MONBLACK RIVER FALLSHo-Chunk Nation Pow-wow: Twice a yearthe Ho-Chunk welcome all friends andneighbors to attend their pow-wow heldas a celebration of thanks. It provides atime to gather and enjoy drums, dancing,and a wide variety of crafts available fromvendors across the country. Visitors spendtheir day enjoying the vibrant colors anddesigns of the dancers’ outfits andadmiring their fluid, beautiful dancing.Pow-Wow Grounds. 715/284-9343.(Jackson Co.)

JANESVILLELabor Fest: Teen mud volleyball, clowns,rock climbing walls, games, petting zoo,puppet show, co-ed volleyball, car display,live music, beer garden. Parade onMonday beginning at 1pm on MilwaukeeStreet to Main St. UAW Hall Grounds.Gates open Noon Sat; 8am Sun & Mon.608/755-5120. www.laborfest.org (RockCo.)

AUG 31 SUNHARRISVILLEHarrisville Bratfest: “Largest One Day BratFest in the State.” Midway rides, antiquetractor pull, truck pull, modified tractorpull, softball and volleyball, food, andcarriage rides. Live music. Fireman’sPark. 608/296-4146.www.marquettenow.com (Marquette Co.)

PARK FALLSPike Lake Chain Firefighters Fun Day:Annual event with hourly raffles,horseshoe tournament, games for adultsand children, refreshments, music after6:30pm, cash drawing, and fireworks.Pike Lake Fire Hall. Noon-10pm.715/588-9522, 715/762-3872.www.pikelakechain.net/ (Price Co.)

PHILLIPSSouthern Blues BBQ & Crawdad Festival:Join the fun and feast on crawdads and adelicious southern BBQ spread with allthe fixins’ while listening to some greatlive music on the beautiful shore ofWilson Lake. Birch Island Resort, Bar &Grill. 4-8pm. 715/339-3151.www.birchislandresortllc.com (Price Co.)

PORT WINGSouth Shore Lions Club Fall Festival:Annual Fall Festival includes Port WingClassic Car Show, kiddie parade, grandparade, arts and craft show, 5K walk, 10Krun, food booths, and flower show. PortWing Town Hall & Memorial Park. 8am-4pm. 715/774-3624. portwingwi.com(Bayfield Co.)

RACINETaste of Racine: Features numerous arearestaurants, children’s games, facepainting and musical entertainment.Racine Civic Center. 11am-8pm.262/634-2391. www.tasteofracine.com(Racine Co.)

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AUG 27-SEP 1 WED-MONELKHORNWalworth County Fair: Livestock judging,exhibits, carnival rides, concessions,harness racing, tractor and truck pulls,demolition derby, and free grandstandshows. Walworth County Fairgrounds.7am-midnight; Labor Day until 9pm.262/723-3228.www.walworthcountyfair.com (WalworthCo.)

AUG 28-SEP 1 THU-MONMILWAUKEEMilwaukee Rally: All motorcycles andriders are welcome. Poker Run, 100s ofvendors, non-stop entertainment, hottestbikes, scenic road trips, and hometownhospitality. Harley-Davidson Dealers inMilwaukee. 800/241-1340, 414/350-4070. www.milwaukeerally.com(Milwaukee Co.)

AUG 29-SEP 1 FRI-MONCHILTONCalumet County Fair: Carnival rides,exhibits, stock car racing, demolitionderby, live music, and grandstandentertainment. Calumet CountyFairgrounds. 920/853-3338.www.calumetcountyfair.com (CalumetCo.)

HILLSBOROHillsboro Firemen’s Labor Day Celebration:Activities include a junior fair, farmers’market, carnival, tractor pulls, demolitionderby, rodeo, parade, refreshments,music and entertainment, softball andmany other activities for the entire family.Firemen’s Memorial Park. 608/489-2521.www.hillsborofire.info (Vernon Co.)

JIM FALLSLion’s Sturgeon Festival: Amusements onthe midway, bands nightly, demolitionderbies, truck and tractor pull, and aparade. Anson Park. Opens Fri 5pm, Sat& Sun 9am, Mon 9am-5pm. 715/382-4538. www.visitchippewafallswi.com(Chippewa Co.)

LA CROSSELa Crosse Area Labor Day WeekendBicycle Festival: Four days of on and off-road, self-supported bike rides in thescenic Driftless Region. Includesmountain biking, architectural tours,coffee and muffin rides, ice cream rides,30-100 mile road rides, live music andentertainment. Cameron Park. Ridesdepart daily beginning at 7am. 800/658-9424. www.bicyclelacrosse.com (LaCrosse Co.)

MARATHONMarathon Fun Days: Carnival, games,music and the crowning of the Fun DaysQueen. Parade at 1pm on Sundayfeaturing polka bands and high schoolmarching bands. Downtown. 715/355-8788. (Marathon Co.)

AUG 30-SEP 1 SAT-MONBLACK RIVER FALLSHo-Chunk Nation Pow-wow: The Ho-Chunk Nation invites all friends andneighbors to attend their pow-wow heldas a celebration of thanks. Enjoy drums,dancing and crafts available from vendorsacross the country. Pow-Wow Grounds.715/284-9343. (Jackson Co.)

JANESVILLELabor Fest: Teen mud volleyball, clowns,rock climbing walls, games, petting zoo,puppet show, co-ed volleyball, car display,live music, beer garden. Parade Mondayat 1pm. Gates open noon Sat; 8am Sun &Mon. 608/755-5120. www.laborfest.org(Rock Co.)

SEP 1 MONELTONAnnual Elton Evergreen Day Celebration:Music, crafts, raffles, door prizes, games,and plenty of food and refreshments.11am. 715/623-3078. (Langlade Co.)

MERRILLLabor Day Celebration & Merrill Lion’s CarShow: Huge parade downtown at 10am.Events at the fairgrounds begin at noonand include a classic car show, fleamarket, farmers’ market, Habitat forHumanity silent auction, entertainmentfor the kids and concessions.Fairgrounds. 10am-5pm. 715/536-7313.www.merrillparkandrec.com (Lincoln Co.)

PEARSONLabor Day Picnic: Live music, large raffle,food and drink, games for all ages, hourlydrawings, rummage sale, and crafts.Rolling Stone Building. 11am-11:30pm.715/484-2403. (Langlade Co.)

SEP 3-7 WED-SUNRICHLAND CENTERRichland County Fair: Annual fair includesentertainment, games, rides, exhibits,food, music, harness racing, truck andtractor pulls, and commercial vendors.Fairgrounds. 608/647-6859.www.fair.co.richland.wi.us (Richland Co.)

SEP 4-7 THU-SUNANTIGOStumble Stump Rendezvous: Return to thefur trading years of 1790-1860s. Craftdemonstrations, candle making, leatherworking, cooking, hawk and knifethrowing, and black powderdemonstrations. Camping available.Springbrook Trail - Trail Head. 9am-8pm.715/623-5219. antigochamber.com(Langlade Co.)

SEP 5-6 FRI-SATHUDSONGirls Just Want 2 Have Fun Bike Ride:Choose either a 15 mile, 30 mile, or 45mile bike ride through historic downtownHudson which will take place Saturday.Fee to participate. All bike rides will beginwith check in at 7am with a lightbreakfast and bike fittings. Lunch will beprovided following the ride at 1:30pm.Downtown. 715/386-8411.www.hudsonwi.org (St. Croix Co.)

MENASHASeafood Fest: Two evenings of music, foodand fun. Lobster, crab leg and salmondinners plus a full array of other seafoodand grilled items. Live music on Fridayand Saturday night. Jefferson Park. 4-10:30pm. 920/734-3358.www.neenahrotary.org (Calumet Co.)

WAUPUNVolksfest German Ethnic Festival: LiveMusic, German food and beverages,Volkswalk sculpture tour, wild goosechase run, and fun for the whole family.Waupun Community Center. Fri 10am-11pm, Sat 7am-11pm. 920/324-2531.www.waupunvolksfest.com (Dodge Co.)

SEP 5-7 FRI-SUNBELOITFestival on the Rock: Festivities includecarnival rides, craft tents, bagstournament, food vendors, beer tent, livemusic and more. Saturday includes aPatch Toy and Game Sale (9am-4pm)and fireworks 8:30pm. Sunday includes aPacker Tailgate Party that starts at noon.Preservation Park. Fri 4pm-midnight, Sat9am-midnight, Sun 9am-6pm. 608/362-4612. www.festivalontherock.com (RockCo.)

Heritage Days: Tour historicneighborhoods and buildings, tour Beloit’soldest cemetery, and attend specialevents at Beckman Mill and AngelMuseum. Tour the Indian Effigy moundson the Beloit College Campus and enjoylive music and demonstrations of old-fashioned crafts. Throughout Beloit.Times vary during the weekend. 608/365-4838. www.visitbeloit.com (Rock Co.)

BOULDER JUNCTIONWorld Championship Musky Classic:Trophies awarded in annual catch andrelease musky tournament held on arealakes in four communities: BoulderJunction, Presque Isle, ManitowishWaters and Winchester. Area lakes. Timesvary depending on the day oftourmanament. 715/543-2657.www.wcmuskyclassic.com (Vilas Co.)

BRILLBrill Harvest Days: Saturday: softball,volleyball and horseshoe tournaments,“biggest vegetable” competition, ATV pull,Wooly Mammoth Run/Walk, street dance,garden tractor pull, food and music.Parade and chicken dinner on Sunday.Downtown. 715/234-9833. (Barron Co.)

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GRANTONGranton Fall Festival: Annual festivalincludes a carnival, games, flea market,flower show, bed races, mini-rod pull,tractor pull, music, softball tournament,and parade. Downtown. 715/238-7440.www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org (ClarkCo.)

JEFFERSONWisconsin Sheep and Wool Festival:Family event featuring stock dog trials,sheep, Shetland and Border Collie shows,auction, fiber art classes and demos,fleece show and sale, hooked-rug show,and giant country store. Food andbeverages served all day. JeffersonCounty Fair Park. 608/868-2505.www.wisconsinsheepandwoolfestival.com(Jefferson Co.)

MILWAUKEEIndian Summer Festival: Indian Nation’slargest cultural celebration onMilwaukee’s beautiful lakefront. Veteransparade, traditional pow wow, fireworks,Indian dance troupes, Native MusicAwards Program (ISMA), Tribal Villages,cultural demonstrations, storytellers,

Airport. 8am-4pm. 715/755-3300.www.dot.wisconsin.gov (Polk Co.)

PARDEEVILLEU.S. Watermelon Speed-Eating and Seed-Spitting Championships: Free watermelon,watermelon carving, arts and crafts fair,contests for all ages and the speed-eatingand seed-spitting competition.Concessions and lots of family fun.Chandler Park. Event starts 10am.608/697-6744.www.pardeevillewatermelonfestival.com(Columbia Co.)

PEWAUKEEPewaukee Celtic Fest: Come celebrate theIrish in all of us along the shorefront ofPewaukee Lake with cultural tent anddemonstrations, children’s craft area,marketplace, live music, food andrefreshments. Pewaukee Lakefront Park.2pm-10:30pm. 262/695-9735.www.positivelypewaukee.com (WaukeshaCo.)

PORTAGEPortage Skate Marathon: Second annualskateboard marathon to raise funds forthe Portage Family Skate Park. The ride isjust under 10 miles around the sceniclevee trail and ends at Riverside Park.Bicycles, roller skates, and roller bladesalso welcome. Portage Canal IndustrialHistoric District. 10am. 608/334-4779.www.portageskatepark.org (Columbia Co.)

RIVER FALLSArt on the Kinni: This event showcasesunique, handcrafted items from some 60local and regional artists, day-long musicon two stages, a wide variety of foodvendors, and a children’s art activitiestent. Heritage Park-White Pathway. 9am-5pm. 715/425-7143.www.riverfallscab.org (Pierce Co.)

SUPERIORBurrito Union 10 and 5 Hour Triathlon:Located in and around beautiful PattisonState Park. Triathlon is open to individualsor relays teams of two or three people.600 meter swim, 14 mile on-road bikeride, and 3.1 mile run. Pattison StatePark. 7:30am until racing is done.320/492-1275.www.burritounion10hourtri.com (DouglasCo.)

WAUKESHAWaukesha Art Fest: Juried fine art andcrafts with a collective mix of art frommore than 40 artists from across thecountry. All mediums will be showcased.Face painting for the kids, music and asilent auction. Main Street. 10am-5pm.262/542-1522. www.waukeshaart.com(Waukesha Co.)

SEP 6-7 SAT-SUNPRAIRIE DU CHIENVilla Louis Carriage Classic: More than100 drivers hitch finely trained horses ofmany breeds to new and restoredcarriages. Visitors may tour the restoredDousman family home and enjoy full foodand beverages service on the mansionlawn. Villa Louis. 8am-4pm (mansiontours 10am-4pm). 608/326-2721.www.villalouis.org (Crawford Co.)

Lacrosse demos and tournament, JuriedFine Art, American Indian traditional andcontemporary entertainers, authenticfoods, a Native farmers market, and anextensive Native Marketplace featuringauthentic jewelry, arts and crafts, clothingand so much more. Fri 4pm-mid, Satnoon-mid, Sun 11am-8pm. 414/774-7119. www.indiansummer.org (MilwaukeeCo.)

OSCEOLACommunity Fair & Parade: Midway thrills,exhibits, truck and lawn tractor pulls,concessions, talent contest, queencoronation, music, craft fair, classic carsand air show and Grand Parade.Downtown. 715/755-3300, 800/947-0581. www.myosceola.com (Polk Co.)

PLATTEVILLEDairy Days: Midway rides, concessions, 4-H exhibits, arts and craft fair, fleamarket, dairy show, truck/tractor pull,family entertainment, parade on Saturday,and car show on Sunday. Legion Park.608/348-8888.www.plattevilledairydays.com (Grant Co.)

Historic Re-enactment: The 17th AnnualHistoric Re-enactment is a wonderfulopportunity to step back in time whilewatching re-enactors portray a part ofhistory. Every year dozens of area schoolscome on Friday ‘school day’ andthousands of others come from milesaround to watch demonstrations fromhistorians and local teachers and learnabout our Wisconsin history. Mound ViewPark. Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun10am-3pm. 608/348-8888.www.platteville.com (Grant Co.)

SEP 6 SATCARLSVILLECorn Festival: Corn maze, children’sgames, bakery items, food, raffles andsilent auctions plus corn and pie eatingcontests. Schopfs Hilltop Dairy. 10am-4pm. 920/743-7943.www.sunshinehouseinc.org (Door Co.)

CHILTONCrafty Apple Fest: Special apple-relatedfood dishes, apple and pumpkin beer, livemusic, games, activities andentertainment for the kids, pumpkinbowling, entertainment stages, food courtand crafters. County Highway DepartmentGrounds. 9am-4pm. 920/418-1650.www.chiltonchamber.com (Calumet Co.)

ELROYElroy Apple Dumpling Festival: AppleDumpling Festival coincides with the ElroyLions races, consisting of the TunnelTrails Half Marathon, Apple dumplingDash - a 5K run/walk, and Green Apple.75K Kids Fun Run. Elroy Schultz Park.8am-6pm. 608/462-8308. (Juneau Co.)

FOND DU LACFond du Lac Fondue Festival: Three stageswith all genres of music, a huge KidsZone, art and craft vendors, farmer’smarket vendors, cheese and chocolatefondue and more. Downtown. 9am-5pm.920/322-2006. www.fonduefest.com(Fond du Lac Co.)

GREEN BAYArt Harvest and Fall Family Festival:Anniversary event combining the annualArt Harvest and Fall Family Festival intoone great day at the garden. Join thegarden for BAD buds Daylily sale and theGreen & Gold Hosta Society Sale.Admission is free. Green Bay BotanicalGarden. 9am-4pm. 920/490-9457.www.gbbg.org (Brown Co.)

MANITOWOCSputnikfest: A celebration of the 1962crash landing of a piece of the satelliteSputnik in Manitowoc. Festivities willinclude wacky costume contests, MissSpace Debris Pageant, juried art fair,entertainment, food and much more.Rahr West Art Museum. 920/686-3090.sputnikfest.blogspot.com (Manitowoc Co.)

MERRILLMerrill Airport Days: Airplane buffs cansee ultralights to business aircraft,skydivers, short flight displays, a fleamarket and a craft show. MerrillMunicipal Airport. 8am-4pm. 715/536-2024. (Lincoln Co.)

OSCEOLAWheels & Wings: This year’s annualcelebration will include an Aviation fly-inwith pancake breakfast, air show, radio-controlled model planes, collector carshow, helicopter rides, entertainment,food and fun. L O Simenstad Municipal

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WAUSAUArt World: Juried craft and gift vendorsfrom across America. Entertainment andfood available. Free admission. MarathonPark. Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 9am-4pm.715/675-6201.www.macproductionllc.com/2.html(Marathon Co.)

Wausau’s Artrageous Weekend: Two daysof art hopping and shopping at threeevents: Art in the Park, the Festival ofArts, and the opening weekend of “Birdsin Art” at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson ArtMuseum. Artist demonstrations, musicalperformances, children’s activities, andfood. Wausau’s River District -Downtown.9am-5pm. 715/842-1676.www.wausaufoa.org (Marathon Co.)

WILMOTAll Breed Dog Shows and ObedienceTrials: Kenosha Kennel Club AKClicensed All-Breed Dog Shows andObedience/Rally Trials. Over 900 dogsrepresenting 124 different breeds. Freeadmission; $5 parking fee. KenoshaCounty Fairgrounds. 8am-5pm. 262/654-4831. (Kenosha Co.)

SEP 7 SUNALMAAlma Music & Arts Festival: Live musicthroughout the day, fine art and craftvendors, food from local Almaorganizations and restaurants, children’sactivities including pony rides. All eventsheld under the tree lined shore of thegreat Mississippi River in Alma. AlmaBeach/Harbor Recreation Area. 11am-7pm. 608/685-4859.www.almawisconsin.com (Buffalo Co.)

MADISONIronman Wisconsin Triathlon: Cheer onmore than 2,000 athletes as they swim2.4 miles, bike 112 miles and run 26.2miles. The competition begins at 7am atthe Monona Terrace Community andConvention Center and concludes atmidnight around the Capitol Square.Monona Terrace Community andConvention Center. 7am-11:59pm.608/255-2537. www.ironman.com (DaneCo.)

STURGEON BAYDoor County Century Ride: Riders canfollow the lakeshore northward on routesof 30, 64 (Metric Century), 75 and 100-miles. Rest stops, refreshments andrestroom facilities. By advancedregistration only. 920/606-2458.www.doorcountycentury.com (Door Co.)

SEP 11-14 THU-SUNAMERYAmery Fall Festival: Grand parade,pageant, arts & crafts fair, tent dance,high school football game, quilt show, anddemolition derby. Various locations.715/268-8101. ameryfallfestival.org (Polk Co.)

SEP 12-13 FRI-SATALGOMAWet Whistle Wine Fest: A celebration ofthe senses with award-winning wines,grape stomps, live music, heritage foods,a fine arts show, games, and more. vonStiehl Winery. Fri evening & Sat. 920/487-5208. vonstiehl.com/events (KewauneeCo.)

PRAIRIE DU CHIENCannons at the Fort: Living history exhibitof life in 1814 Prairie du Chien during theBritish years. Exhibits include AmericanCamp, candle making, bowl carving, leadpouring, cannon firing, and French furtrading. Fort Crawford Museum. 9am-4pm. 608/326-6960.www.fortcrawfordmuseum.com (CrawfordCo.)

SEP 12-14 FRI-SUNCABLEChequamegon Fat Tire Festival Weekend:Saturday riders can participate in a 40mile, mass start, point-to-point off-roadbicycle event travels from downtownHayward over the famed AmericanBirkebeiner Ski Trail, forest roads,snowmobile trails and other wooded lanesto the finish line at Telemark Resort inCable. Riders can also choose the shorter16 mile mass start race/tour. Hayward toCable. 715/798-3594.www.cheqfattire.com (Bayfield Co.)

JEFFERSONGemuetlichkeit Days: Gemuetlichkeit isGerman for “good times, good fun, goodfellowship.” Event features fellowship,good food, great music for dancing andlistening pleasure, and an arts and craftsfair. Fun for the whole family and a hugeparade on Sunday at noon. JeffersonCounty Fair Park. Fri 5pm-mid. Sat. 9am-mid, Sun 12noon-7pm. 920/674-4511.www.gdays.org (Jefferson Co.)

PLYMOUTHVSCDA Elkhart Lake Vintage Festival:Festival celebrates the amazing beautyand speed of the classic race cars: AlfaRomeo, Austin Healey, MG, Porsch, Jag,Triumph and Loti, Ferrari, Maserati,Bugatti and Aston-Martin. The final publicracing event of the season at RoadAmerica. Road America, Inc.. 920/892-4576, 800/365-7223.www.roadamerica.com (Sheboygan Co.)

UNION GROVEFall Harvest Days: Display of antiquetractors and gas engines. Demos ofsteam-powered corn shelling, hay baling,threshing, and sawmill operation. Dailytractor parades. Crafts, flea market, farmtoys, food, and free horse-drawn wagonrides. Admission fee. Racine CountyFairgrounds. 9am-5pm. 262/620-9584.www.fallharvestdays.com (Racine Co.)

WISCONSIN DELLSWo-Zha-Wa Days Fall Festival: A festivecelebration of autumn including an artsand crafts fair, antique flea market,Maxwell Street Days, live entertainmentand a 75-unit parade. Visitors are alsoinvited to participate in a street carnivalwith concessions and the Wo-Zha-WaRun. Bowman Park & Downtown.800/223-3557. www.wisdells.com(Adams Co.)

SEP 13 SATBOULDER JUNCTIONColorama Arts & Crafts Fair: Artisans showand sell. Also enjoy a farmers’ market andwild game sandwiches. Boulder JunctionCommunity Center. 9am-3pm. 715/385-2400. www.boulderjct.org (Vilas Co.)

BRANTWOODA Country Afternoon: An old-time countrysocial and picnic/cookout including abaking contest/auction, sale of grain &cardamom bread, artisan & craft items,quilt raffle, new museum exhibits,demonstrations, plus tour of the historicbuildings. Live music provided by localmusicians. Knox Creek Heritage Center.11am-4pm. 715/564-2520, 715/564-2525. (Price Co.)

CAMBRIDGECambridge Volunteer Fire Dept. AnnualDance and Poker Run: Fun, food andmusic. Bingo in the afternoon, firemengames, ice cream social and dance held3pm-9pm. Poker Run starts at 11am.Fire Station. 11am-midnight. 608/423-2013. www.visitcambridgewi.com (DaneCo.)

ELKHART LAKEElkhart Lake Vintage Festival: Annualcelebration of vintage road racing withevents include car rally, car show, roadcourse re-enactment, banquet, receptionand guest speaker. Osthoff Resort.920/876-3366. www.historiccircuits.com(Sheboygan Co.)

JANESVILLERock River Valley Wood Carvers Show andSale: Event will include chain sawcarvers, vendors, demonstrations,People's Choice Awards, Best TableAward, raffles and food available forpurchase. Rock County Fairgrounds.10am-4pm. 608/868-4522.www.rockrivervalleycarvers.com (RockCo.)

LAC DU FLAMBEAUWild Rice Fest: This celebration of NativeAmerican heritage includes a 5K run/walkevent, wild rice harvestingdemonstrations, wild rice and Indian frybread cooking contest, pie eating contest,health fair, arts and crafts, traditionalNative American food vendors, and kids’games. Downtown. 9am-3pm; 5KRun/Walk Event - 8am registration, 9amwalk/run begins. 715/588-3346.www.lacduflambeauchamber.com (VilasCo.)

MILWAUKEERock the Green: Join us on Milwaukee’slakefront for music by Third Eye Blind,Metric, Switchfoot, Imagine Dragons,Atlas Genius, and Morning Parade. Pluslocal organic food, near-zero waste efforts,interactive experiences, and more!.Veterans Park. 2-9pm. 414/755-0422.www.rockthegreen.com (Milwaukee Co.)

MOUNT HOREBThirsty Troll Brew Fest: Taste beers fromWisconsin and the surrounding area.Twenty-five brewers will be showcasingup to 100 different brews. Music, foodand Jorgen the Troll. Grundahl Park. 1-5pm. 608/437-5914. www.trollway.com(Dane Co.)

PHELPSColorama “Try-athlon:” The triathlon willconsist of biking, canoeing or kayakingand a 5K walk/run. Available toindividuals or 3 person relay teams. Aseparate 5K race will be offered toindividuals who want only to participate inthe walk/run. 715/545-3800.www.phelpscofc.org (Vilas Co.)

PLEASANT PRAIRIEPleasant Prairie Mud Run: 5K trail runwith obstacles perfect for recreationalrunners competing in their first 5K racebut challenging enough for competitiveathletes. Lil Mudder (ages 4-7) and MudRun Jr (ages 7-12) are also offered.Prairie Springs Park. 9am. 262/925-6742. www.recplexonline.com (KenoshaCo.)

RACINEGreat Lakes Brewfest: 75 craft brewersfrom across the country offer unlimitedsampling of more than 150 craft brewsalong with live music, food, and a specialperformance by the Racine Kilties Drum& Bugle Corps. Racine Zoo. 262/681-2052. www.greatlakesbrewfest.com(Racine Co.)

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RIB LAKESpirit Lakes Musky Tournament: Up to 25teams of two fishermen per boat mayparticipate in this tournament. Prizemoney for most and longest muskiescaught out of Spirit Lake. Entry feeincludes a meal served at Spirit Lake Bar& Grill during the wrap-up ceremony.Spirit Lake Bar & Grill. 6:30am kick-off;7am fishing starts; 3pm wrap-upceremony. 715/573-8014, 715/427-1049.www.spiritlakeassoc.org (Taylor Co.)

SISTER BAYPeninsula Century Ride: Door County’snewest century ride, featuring routes of25, 50, 62, and 100 miles throughnorthern Door County’s beautifullandscape of waterfront vistas and tree-lined roads. Ride starts and ends at SisterBay’s Waterfront Park, with live musicand post-ride food and beer.ThePeninsula Century Ride is brought to youby the same team that produces the Ridefor Nature to benefit the RidgesSanctuary and the Door County HalfMarathon. Waterfront Park. 920/421-1519. www.peninsulacentury.com (DoorCo.)

SUN PRAIRIESun Prairie Blues Fest: Annual festivalfeaturing music by local, Midwestern andnational performers. Along with greatblues, patrons can enjoy a variety of foodand beverages including a beer garden.Angell Park. Noon-10pm. 608/298-3475.www.spbluesfest.com (Dane Co.)

WILLIAMS BAYLand Rover TriRock Lake Geveva Triathlon:This event includes Half Extreme,Olympic, Sprint, and SuperSprint distancetriathlons. Relays are allowed for all racesexcept the SuperSprint. Edgewater Park.Register on Fri; sunrise start for Extremeand 1/2-Extreme; 6:30am start forInternational. 858/731-6517.trirock.competitor.com (Walworth Co.)

SEP 13-14 SAT-SUNAMERYApple River Quilt Guild Annual Quilt Show:Silent auction, guild challenge, quilt raffle,vendors, and demonstrations. St. JosephCatholic Church. Sat 9am-5pm, Sun11am-4pm. 715/268-2564.www.polkcountytourism.com (Polk Co.)

BARABOODevil’s Challenge Triathlon: Devil’sChallenge Off-Road Triathlon includes ¼mile swim, 10 mile bike and 5k run.Challenging yet fun for the entire family.Post-race festivities includeentertainment, music and food. Devil’sChallenge Sprint Triathlon will be a ¼mile swim, 16 mile bike, 5k run. Part ofthe Wisconsin Triathlon Series. Devil’sLake State Park. 8am. 608/356-8301.www.witriseries.com (Sauk Co.)

BELMONTBelmont School Community Fair: Stuntnight and coronation ceremony, footballgame, parade, carnival, kids’ games,musical entertainment, exhibits andlivestock show/auction at school grounds,evening dance, horse show, and tractorpull. Belmont School Grounds. 608/762-5600. (Lafayette Co.)

CALUMETVILLERS Vintage Steel Steam and Gas EngineShow: View antique farm equipmentworking on site. Rock crushing, threshing,log-sawing, blacksmithing and more.Featuring Garden Tractors and Wisconsin-made machinery. N10895 Highway 151.10am-6pm. 920/795-4531.www.upsteamandgasengine.org (CalumetCo.)

EAST TROYEast Troy Bluegrass Festival: TopBluegrass bands, fiddle, banjo, mandolinand guitar competitions, gospel musicservice, food and craft vendors. East TroyVillage Square. 10am-6:30pm. 262/642-3770. www.easttroywi.org (Walworth Co.)

JANESVILLEWorld Water Ski Show Tournament: Thetournament features an all-star show skiteam from the US plus teams fromaround the world. Concessions, beer tent,and on site and off site parking with ashuttle. Rock Aqua Jay Stadium-TraxlerPark. 608/757-3171.www.janesvillecvb.com (Rock Co.)

RIVER FALLSRiver Falls Bacon Bash: This two-dayfestival celebrates all things bacon. Pig-themed activities for the entire family, livemusic, merchandise from localartists/vendors and much more. Samplebacon-inspired dishes from localrestaurants and food vendors. Downtown.11am-4pm. 715/425-2533.tourism.rfchamber.com/ (Pierce Co.)

SEP 14 SUNMILWAUKEEMexican Independence Day Festival &Parade: Features Mexican music, folkloricdancers, carnival rides, prize drawings,children’s activities, community resourcesexhibit, information booths, crafts, food,merchandise, and much more. UMOSCenter. Parade starts at 11am. Festivalnoon-8pm. 414/389-6002. www.umos.org(Milwaukee Co.)

PEWAUKEEClark House Museum Harvest Fair: Home-grown garden produce, home bakedgoods, demonstrations and live music.Clark House. 1-4pm. 262/691-0233.www.pewaukeehistory.org (Waukesha Co.)

SEP 19-20 FRI-SATPLYMOUTHOktoberfest: Music by Copper Box andPolka Potion Band. Burgers/brats, ethnicfoods, a spanferkel (pig roast), andBiergarten. German music all daySaturday with a bake sale, excellentGerman food and beer, and children’s artactivities in the Arts Center. Plymouth ArtsCenter. Fri 5-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm.(check with Plymouth Arts Center fordefinitive hours). 920/892-8409.www.plymoutharts.org (Sheboygan Co.)

VIOLAViola Horse & Colt Show: Free horse showfeaturing horse exhibits and pulls,carnival rides, food, truck and tractorpulls, huge raffle, music and more.Downtown. Fri 6-8pm Sat 8am-10pm.608/627-1911.www.horseandcoltshow.com (RichlandCo.)

SEP 19-21 FRI-SUNCHIPPEWA FALLSOktoberfest: A full weekend of Germanfun. Three stages with live entertainment,amazing family fun activities, scrumptiousfood, and much more. NorthernWisconsin State Fairgrounds. Fri & Sat11am-11pm, Sun 10am-4pm. 715/723-0331, 866/723-0340.www.oktoberfestcf.com (Chippewa Co.)

FOND DU LACWind Power Championships: Competitionincludes long distance racing, courseracing, slalom and freestyle forwindsurfing and windkiting. The LakeWinnebago Super Crossing is also heldthe Friday before WindpowerChampionships. Roosevelt Park. 11am.920/922-2550.www.windpowerwindsurfing.com (Fonddu Lac Co.)

MENASHACommunity First Fox Cities Marathon:Marathon, wheelchair division, relay, halfmarathon, and competitive walk. Expo onFriday and Saturday at UW-Fox ValleyCampus Field House. UW Fox Valley.Expo Fri 4-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm. Kids runFri 4-7pm; Sat 5k 9am; Sun Marathonearly start 6am, Marathon, relay, halfmarathon start 7am. 920/882-9499.www.foxcitiesmarathon.org (Calumet Co.)

MONROEGreen County Cheese Days: Events includeCheese Days chase, big cheese tent, oldtime copper kettle cheesemakingdemonstration, cow milking contest,family farm adventure for kids, dairy farmtours, barn quilt tours, threeentertainment stages, and more.Courthouse Square. Fri noon-midnight,Sat 9am-midnight, Sun 9am-6pm.608/325-7771. www.cheesedays.com(Green Co.)

WAUKESHASoutheastern Wisconsin Festival of Books:Festival includes an exhibition of authors,publishers and book sellers, music anddrama performances, a cook book stagefeaturing chef demonstrations, achildren’s festival with children’s authorsand activities, an art exhibit, food andentertainment. UW Waukesha. Fri 5pm-8pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 12pm-5pm.262/547-1060. www.sewibookfest.com(Waukesha Co.)

SEP 20 SATANTIGOFly In Air Show: Pancake and wafflebreakfast served 8-11:30am. Free YoungEagle flights for first time flyers ages 8-17.Lunch served from 11:30am-3pm.Aerobatic demo, aircraft on display andmusic. Antigo Airport. 715/623-4525.antigochamber.com/ (Langlade Co.)

BOULDER JUNCTIONColorama Dinner: An annual traditionfeaturing wild game and baked chickenserved in historic Nash Hall at CampManitowish YMCA. Entertainment anddoor prizes. Camp Manito-wish. 6pm.715/385-2400. www.boulderjct.org (VilasCo.)

BRISTOLFall Fun Fest: There will be hayrides, kids’crafts, food, green vendors and more!Free admission. Pringle Nature Center.11am-3pm. 262/857-8008.www.pringlenc.org (Kenosha Co.)

CAMBRIDGECambridge Fall Fest: Antiques and artsmarket including demos in Veterans Park,petting zoo, family wellness expo, hotcider, caramel apples and other fall treats,scarecrow contest, face and pumpkinpainting, family fun games, hayrides andfarmers’ market. Veterans Park. 10am-4pm. 608/423-3780.www.cambridgewi.com (Dane Co.)

CRANDONArt In The Square: Arts & craft fair,specialty food booths, horse and wagonrides, pumpkins, live entertainment andfun for the family. Forest CountyCourthouse Square. 10am-4pm.715/478-3450. www.visitforestcounty.com(Forest Co.)

FALL RIVERSorghum Fest: See sorghum processedfrom field to jar, giant inflatables for thekids, face painting, games and make/takeprojects, outdoor farm, flea market, “All UCan Eat” pancake breakfast, live musicand many bucket raffle prizes. Jars ofsorghum available for purchase and freesorghum recipes. Savanna OaksCommunity Center. 7am–3pm. 920/484-6257, 920/623-5319.www.savannaoakscenter.com (ColumbiaCo.)

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FERRYVILLEFerryville Fall Fest & Market in the Park:Features Amish baskets, quilts,needlework, baked goods, produce andAmish-made furniture. Browse organicproduce and food, jams, jellies,birdhouses, flowers, plants and tools.Large number of vendors. Music andfood. Sugar Creek Park. 9am-4pm.608/734-9406. www.ferryville.com(Crawford Co.)

HAYWARDHayward Fall Festival: Fine arts andcrafts, food, brew and wine garden, livemusic, sidewalk sales, farmers’ marketitems, children’s games, trail run, biketour, Harvest Baking Contest andScarecrow Contest. Downtown. 715/634-8662. www.haywardareachamber.com(Sawyer Co.)

LAONALumberjack Steam Train Fall Festival:Award-winning Green Treasure ForestTour, pumpkin patch, face painting,marshmallow roast and fresh apple cider.Lumberjack Special Steam Train & CampFive Museum Complex. 715/674-3414.www.lumberjacksteamtrain.com (ForestCo.)

MILWAUKEEMilwaukee River Challenge: Dozens ofcollegiate and club teams from across thenation test their stamina and precision onthe Milwaukee and Menomonee Rivers.Take in spectacular views and cheerteams on as they voyage through thepicturesque, three-mile route. PereMarquette Park. 414/223-6901.www.milwaukeeriverchallenge.com(Milwaukee Co.)

PARK FALLSRuffed Grouse Fall Festival: Community-wide activities to celebrate the vastoutdoor resources and heritage of thearea. Outdoor enthusiasts share theircollections of furs, traps, guns and more.Demonstrations and lessons of outdoorsporting and recreational skills, familyactivities, “Home Grown” market andcraft fair, flea market, ATV Poker Run,pumpkin decorating, pie eating, pettingzoo, dumpling feed and “October Fest”foods. Triangle Park. 7am-7pm. 715/762-2703, 877/762-2703. parkfalls.com(Price Co.)

ST. GERMAINColorama in St. Germain: Events includecraft show, farmers’ market, wine tasting,pumpkin painting and fall flower sale. St.Germain Community Park. 9am-3pm.715/477-2205. www.st-germain.com(Vilas Co.)

STURGEON BAYHarvest Festival & Street Art Auction:Harvest Festival is a celebration ofautumn’s bounty featuring a craft show,car show, food booths, live music, andStreet Art Auction. Citywide. HarvestFestival 9am-5pm. 920/743-6246.www.sturgeonbay.net (Door Co.)

SUMMIT LAKEAnnual Lakes and Leaves Bike Ride:Annual ride offering some of the mostbeautiful road riding in the Northwoods.Helmets are required, SAG support, restareas, food and refreshments. SummitLake Park. 715/623-4134.www.antigochamber.com (Langlade Co.)

TWO RIVERSEthnic Festival: Music, dance, food andmany vendors selling items from everycontinent. Join in the celebrationbeginning with the parade of flags downWashington Street to the Central ParkBandstand. Central Park. 9am-5pm.920/794-1482. tworiversmainstreet.com(Manitowoc Co.)

WAUKESHAApple Harvest Festival: Autumn familyfestival with a heritage theme. Auction,hay ride, children’s activities, concert,artists/exhibitors, food pies, cider and fun!Demonstrations encouraged. ExpandedLearning Center will be open. RetzerNature Center. 9am-5pm. 262/896-8007.www.waukeshacountyparks.com(Waukesha Co.)

WEYAUWEGAHorse & Buggy Days: An old-time parade,hayrides, pool tournament, live music,lost arts demonstrations, a teen danceand hometown talent. Downtown.920/867-2500. weyauwegachamber.com(Waupaca Co.)

SEP 20-21 SAT-SUNCEDARBURGWine & Harvest Festival: Activities includea farmers’ market, Arts on the Avenue,scarecrow contest, pumpkin carving,grape stomping and grape spittingcontests. Enjoy food courts, wine tasting,live bands, hayrides, kids’ corner activitiesin Cedar Creek Park and more.Downtown. Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm. 262/377-9620.www.cedarburgfestivals.org (Ozaukee Co.)

SOLDIERS GROVEDriftless Area Art Festival: Once a year,artists that draw their inspiration from theDriftless area gather together in CrawfordCounty at the Driftless Area Art Festival todisplay their work. Beauford T. AndersonPark. Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm.608/624-3600.www.driftlessareaartfestival.com (CrawfordCo.)

SEP 21 SUNBELOITAutorama: The cars in each class areparked as a group together so peopleattending the show can see their favoritevintage vehicles in the same area. Theparts swap, flea market and arts and craftarea feature over 200 vendor spaceswhere that special car part or collectibleitem can be found. The car corral areafeatures over 120 classic andperformance cars which are for sale.Preservation Park. 9am-3pm. 608/290-3628. www.beloitautorama.com (RockCo.)

RIVER FALLSThe Autumn Trek Ride: Experience fourscenic country routes from moderate tothe ultimate challenge for bikingenthusiasts of all ages. Each route ismarked and mapped with rest stopsalong the way. Hoffman Park. Registration7am. 715/425-2533.www.rivervalleytrails.org/trek.html (PierceCo.)

WAUKESHAPedal the Kettle: The Spring City SpinnersBicycle Club hosts their annual fully-supported, classic century tour throughthe backroads of scenic WaukeshaCounty. 30, 64 or 100 miles. Held rain orshine. Meal at the end of ride.Meadowbrook Elementary School.262/607-2722.www.springcityspinners.org (WaukeshaCo.)

SEP 25-27 THU-SATSIRENSiren Harvestfest & Taste of Siren:Festivities include the annual Taste ofSiren followed by the hand-made artisanand crafter show, carriage rides, carshow, farmers’ market, pumpkin bowling,petting zoo, walk for the animals, contestsand more. Village of Siren. 715/349-5999, 800/788-3164. www.visitsiren.com(Burnett Co.)

SEP 25-OCT 9 THUMILWAUKEEMilwaukee Film Festival: The festival willscreen 150+ of the world’s top films inthree city venues. Oriental Theatre.414/755-1965. mkefilm.org (MilwaukeeCo.)

SEP 26 FRIAPPLETONOctoberfest License to Cruise Car Show:Classic car show with more than 400cars, live entertainment and food.Downtown. 6-10pm. 920/734-3377.www.octoberfestonline.org (Calumet Co.)

MINERAL POINTCornish Festival Pub Night: Evening of livemusic, a cash bar, and a variety of pubgames. The event kicks off MineralPoint’s weekend-long Midwest CornishFestival and Celtic Celebration. Pendarvis.7-10pm. 608/987-2122.www.pendarvishistoricsite.org (Iowa Co.)

SEP 26-27 FRI-SATCABLECable Area Fall Fest: Enjoy a pumpkinpecan pancake breakfast, great localwines and artisan cheeses, an oldfashioned pig and corn roast, ice coldbeverages and non-stop liveentertainment. Also featuring a giant craftfair, one of Northern Wisconsin’s bestclassic car shows and games for the kids.Downtown. 715/798-3833.www.cable4fun.com (Bayfield Co.)

SEP 26-28 FRI-SUNGAYS MILLSApple Festival: Festival includes arts andcrafts fair, huge flea market, 2K & 5K runand walk, horseshoe tournament,pancake breakfast, numerous foodstands, music, and parade at 1:30pmSunday. Downtown. 9am-5pm. 608/735-4341. www.gaysmills.org (Crawford Co.)

JEFFERSONFall Jefferson Car Show: Swap meet, carcorral and car show for classics, col-lectibles, street rods and trucks. Morethan 3,100 vendor stalls and over 1,000cars for sale. Swap and car corral allthree days; car show Sat & Sun. Fordsfeatured. Huge event, cars for sale, this iswhere you want to be if you're looking forparts for that special vintage car you own.Jefferson County Fair Park. Fri 10am-6pm, Sat & Sun 6am-4pm. 608/244-8416. www.madisonclassics.com(Jefferson Co.)

LADYSMITHLeaf it to Rusk Fall Festival: Annual fallfestival features farmers’ market, artdisplays by area artists, hikes and tours,chair lift rides and other activities in theBlue Hills area at Christie Mountain andat the Reclaimed Flambeau Mine, railroaddisplay and tours, airport fly-in andpancake breakfast, Gravel Grinders bikeride, ATV guided rides, beer, wine andcheese tasting kick-off event, garage salesand much more. Throughout RuskCounty. Friday is kick-off event in theevening; Sat & Sun events throughout theday. 715/532-7328.www.ladysmithchamber.com (Rusk Co.)

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BAILEYS HARBORBaileys Harbor Autumn Fest: Arts andcrafts, entertainment, food andbeverages. Town Hall. 9am-4pm.920/839-2366. www.baileysharbor.com(Door Co.)

BRODHEADAutumn Fest: Community celebration withfarmers’/craft market, food, chili contest,children’s activities and costume parade,music, and sidewalk sales of retailers andvendors. Downtown Square. 608/897-8411. www.brodheadchamber.org (GreenCo.)

FISH CREEKFall Harvest Fest: Live music, free guidedtours and free wine and beer tasting. Hopaboard a horse drawn wagon ride or jumpin an inflatable castle. Other activitiesinclude a pie eating contest and pick yourown apples. Orchard Country Winery andMarket. 10am-5pm. 920/868-3479.www.orchardcountry.com (Door Co.)

GREEN BAYRails & Ales Brewfest: Guests are invitedto stroll among the Museum’s full-sizetrains while sampling dozens of local andregional craft beers and wines along withhors d’oeuvres. The evening will alsofeature entertainment, raffles and otherprizes. Dinner Train from 5-6:30pm.National Railroad Museum. 6:30-10pm.920/437-7623.www.nationalrrmuseum.org (Brown Co.)

HAYWARDBirkie Trail Run & Trek: Offers several funand challenging events including theIndividual Marathon Run, Half Marathon,Marathon Relay, Birkie Trek Nordic Walkand the 5K Fun Run. The events areguaranteed to challenge even thestrongest runners and Nordic Walkers. Allevents take place on the famous and hillyBirkie trail at one of the most beautifultimes of the year in the Cable-Haywardarea. 715/634-5025. www.birkie.com(Sawyer Co.)

LA CROSSEMaple Leaf Road Races: A fun and activeway for the entire family to kick off theOktoberfest Celebration and support theYMCA’s Strong Kids Campaign. Askfriends, family and coworkers to pledgemoney for you to walk or run our 5K orrun our 5-mile or Half Marathon.Riverside Park. 6:45am. 608/784-3378.www.oktoberfestusa.com (La Crosse Co.)

LAONALumberjack Steam Train Fall Festival:Award-winning Green Treasure ForestTour, pumpkin patch, face painting,marshmallow roast and fresh apple cider.Lumberjack Special Steam Train & CampFive Museum Complex. 715/674-3414.www.lumberjacksteamtrain.com (ForestCo.)

MERRILLColorama Bike Tour: 10, 30 and 50-milebike tours along the Wisconsin River.Enjoy the wonderful fall colors. Stange’sKitchenette Park. Registration begins at9am, ride starts at 10am. 715/536-7313.www.merrillparkandrec.com (Lincoln Co.)

MINERAL POINTPendarvis Crowdy Crawn: “Crowdy Crawn”is a Cornish expression for “a mixture offun.” Expect a mixture of storytelling,creatures from Cornish legend, andtraditional domestic crafts. The event ispart of Mineral Point’s weekendcelebration of Cornish culture. Pendarvis.11am-4pm. 608/987-2122.www.pendarvishistoricsite.org (Iowa Co.)

MONROEGreen County Fall National Tractor andTruck Pull: Tractor pullers with categoriesfor limited prostock, light limited superstock, prostocks, 466 hotfarm, unlimitedsuper stock, 640 profarm, TWD modtrucks, super stock diesel trucks, andmini rods. Fairgrounds. 608/558-2316.www.greencountyfallnationals.com/(Green Co.)

OGEMAChristmas Tree Festival: Christmas treecontest, tree toss contest, parade, foodand refreshments, “Run to the Peak”race at Timm’s Hill, library book sale andquilt raffle, tours of Pioneer HouseMuseum, large arts and crafts fair, ATVpull, and annual Fireman’s Dance.Elementary School. 9am. 715/767-5989,715/767-5836. (Price Co.)

PESHTIGOPeshtigo Historical Day: Firetowerwalk/run. Parade with main events atBadger Park. Live music, craft booths,food, balloon jumping equipment andgames all day. Badger Park. FiretowerRun/Walk registration 6:30am-7:45am.Parade at 10:30am. Live music 11:30am-9:30pm. 715/582-0327.www.peshtigochamber.com (MarinetteCo.)

PHILLIPSFall Harvest Festival: Arts and craft fair onthe courthouse lawn with live music,bakery sales, sidewalk sales, farmers’market, scarecrow contest, A Taste of Fallin Phillips, family movie, pumpkindecorating, special craisin and cranberrymenu items at participating eateries anda run/walk at 9am at Birch Island Resort.Downtown. 9am-3pm. 715/339-4100,888/408-4800. www.phillipswisconsin.net(Price Co.)

PRAIRIE DU CHIENBreakfast in a Victorian Kitchen: Hands-on cooking workshop for adults whereparticipants take a culinary tour of thelate 19th century through the preparationand consumption of a Victorian breakfastusing the foods, utensils and technologyof the time. Tours of the Villa Louis estatefollow breakfast. By reservation only. VillaLouis. 8:30am-1pm. 608/326-2721,866/944-7483. www.villalouis.org(Crawford Co.)

NEW GLARUSNew Glarus Oktoberfest: Live music infestival tent all weekend. Ceremonialtapping of a keg of New Glarus Brewery’sStaghorn Octoberfest beer. Wagon rides,activities for the kids, food stands by localrestaurants, fondue demonstration andtasting, and antique tractor pull.Downtown. 608/527-2095.www.swisstown.com (Green Co.)

NEW RICHMONDHeritage Weekend: A weekend of funfamily activities. Spaghetti dinner, 5K/5mile race, Heritage Festival with music,food, vendors, exhibitors and crafters.Fun and games for all ages. Freeadmission. Museum buildings open to thepublic. New Richmond Heritage Center.Fri 4:30-7pm, Sat. 8:00am, Sun 11am-5pm. 715/246-3276.www.nrheritagecenter.org (St. Croix Co.)

SAYNERColorama Weekend & Sunday Brunch:Something special at all stores. ColoramaBrunch and Craft Show on Sunday at theSayner Community Center. Raffles everyhour. Sayner Community Building.715/542-3789. www.sayner-starlake.org(Vilas Co.)

WARRENSWarrens Cranberry Festival: World’s largestcranberry festival with over a thousandarts and crafts/flea/antique/farm marketbooths, cranberry harvest tours, a giganticparade, midway, and cranberry recipecontest. Downtown. 7am-5pm. 608/378-4200. www.cranfest.com (Monroe Co.)

WEST ALLISWorld Beef Expo: A variety of educationalseminars, youth sweepstakes contests,the World Beef Expo elite sale and a tradeshow. All events are open to the public.Case IH Coliseum. 920/479-0658.www.worldbeefexpo.com (Milwaukee Co.)

SEP 27 SATAPPLETONOctoberfest: Enjoy more than 100 foodbooths serving ethnic delights, live musicon five stages, a large arts and crafts areaon the campus of Lawrence University,the Applefest recipe contest, and a familyfun area. Downtown. 9am-6pm. 920/734-7101. www.octoberfestonline.org(Calumet Co.)

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SEP 27-28 SAT-SUNCENTURIABaker Orchard Art Festival: The artists inthe Earth Group will show and sell theirworks. The Orchard and Gallery will beopen to the public. Live music. Hayridesthrough the apple orchard, fresh applecider and pie. Baker Orchard & Gallery.9am-5pm. 763/439-9535.www.bakerorchard.com (Polk Co.)

GREENBUSHWade House Civil War Weekend: LargestCivil War re-enactment and encampmentin Wisconsin. A full schedule of activitiesboth days with two authentic battles re-enacted each day. Wade House. 9am-5pm. 920/526-3271. www.wadehouse.org(Sheboygan Co.)

HUDSONSpirit of the St. Croix Art Festival: Over 80juried artists gather in Hudson’s LakefrontPark for this two day event. The ArtistVillage will be open both days of theevent, hosting some of the top artistsshowcasing their products. Come hungryfor great food and beverages and enjoylive entertainment and “The Art of”demonstrations. Lakefront Park. Sat10am-5pm; Sun 10 am-4pm. 715/386-8411. www.sayhellotohudson.com (St.Croix Co.)

LA POINTEAnishinaabe Cultural Days: Two days ofcelebration of Ojibwe culture on theisland that the Ojibwe people think of astheir spiritual home. Madeline IslandMuseum. 10am-3:30pm. 715/747-2415.www.madelineislandmuseum.org(Ashland Co.)

MARATHONWausau Snowmobile Grass Drags & SwapMeet: Annual snowmobile grass dragsevent featuring Wisconsin’s largestsnowmobile/ATV swap meet &powersports dealer/vendor expo. ATV/minirod pulls. Food and refreshments ongrounds. Admission fee. Wausau GrassDrags Site. Gates open 8am daily.715/571-9768. www.trailmatesclub.com(Marathon Co.)

SEP 28 SUNHORICONAutumn Art on the Marsh: An arts andcrafts sale in its 39th year with a variedcraft selection featuring vendors withhand crafted items that beautify yourhome and make unique gifts. Freeadmission. Discher Park. 10am-4pm.920/485-3200.www.horiconchamber.com (Dodge Co.)

PRESQUE ISLEChamber Wild Game Cookoff: Sample theentries to judge the “Wildest Cook in theNorth.” Presque Isle Community Center.11am-2pm. 715/686-2910.www.presqueisle.com (Vilas Co.)

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APR 1- MAY 16APPLETONFood: Who We Are and What We Eat:Explore Wisconsin’s most iconic food tra-ditions, including fish fries, brandy oldfashioneds, frozen custard, lager beer &sausages. History Museum at the Castle.Tue-Sun 11am-4pm. Closed Mon andholidays. 920/735-9370. www.myhistorymuseum.org (Calumet Co.)

APR 11-JUN 8STURGEON BAYSeason of Blossoms: Enjoy a month longcelebration of spring as the cherry andapple blossoms, wildflowers and gardensexplode into life. Special events includegarden tours, a shipyard tour, fishingtournaments, community festivals andmore. Door County. 920/743-4456. www.doorcounty.com (Door Co.)

APR 25-MAY 4MADISONDesign MMoCA: A unique opportunity fordesign professionals to develop an ideawith a level of creative freedom not typi-cally experienced in day-to-day designwork. Both a fundraiser for MMoCA and asignature event, activities include previewgala, public meet-the-designer session,series of gallery talks, and more. MadisonMuseum of Contemporary Art. 608/257-0158. www.mmoca.org (Dane Co.)

MAY 16-JUN 15BAYFIELDBayfield In Bloom: Visit Bayfield and enjoythe vibrancy of 50,000 daffodils that wel-come you into this quaint harbor town.Other local events that celebrate Springinclude an annual Garden tour, plantsales, golf events, music concerts & the-atre, and much more. ThroughoutBayfield. 715/779-3335, 800/447-4094.bayfield.org (Bayfield Co.)

MAY 16-OCT 19Sunset Mississippi River Cruises: Enjoy ascenic sunset on the Mississipppi Riverduring this two-hour cruise. Departingtimes are early evening and change asthe days get shorter. St. Feriole Island -Lawler Park. Call for times. 563/586-4444. www.mississippiexplorer.com(Crawford Co.)

MAY 17-OCT 19PRAIRIE DU CHIENBald Eagle River Cruises: Enjoy the splen-dor of the Mississippi River ecosystem asyour knowledgeable, US Coast Guardlicensed Captain safely navigates throughmeandering channels and endless back-waters. Wed, Thu & Sun at 11am withadditional cruise at 2pm Sat. River FrontPark. 563/586-4444, 877/647-7397.www.mississippiexplorer.com (CrawfordCo.)

MAY 25-AUG 31JANESVILLERock Aqua Jays Waterski Shows: Watchthe eighteen-time National Championteam hone their performance at TraxlerPark stadium. Enjoy pyramids, ballet,jumping and barefoot water skiing. Freeadmission. Traxler Park, RAJ Stadium.Shows Sun 7pm; 6:30pm Aug & Sept;Special Memorial Day Show at 2pm.608/774-3699. www.rockaquajays.org(Rock Co.)

MAY 26-SEP 1PEWAUKEEPewaukee Lake Water Ski Show: Enjoy anentertaining water ski show complete withcolorful costumes, music, and a liveemcee announcing the acts. Free familyfun. Lakefront Park. 6:30pm (moves to6:45pm 8/7. Memorial Day & Labor DayShows at 5:30pm. 414/350-8713. pewaukee.waterski.org (Waukesha Co.)

WAUKESHABadgerland Water Ski Show: Free waterskiing shows with barefoot skiing, jumps,human pyramids, jazz dancing, eye-catching costumes and more. FramePark. Wed 7pm. 262/640-6361. www.badgerland.org (Waukesha Co.)

JUN 2-AUG 25BELOITDancin’ at Harry’s Place: Learn swing, chacha, tango, line dance, waltz and morewith free dance lessons every Mondaynight Jun-Aug. Harry Moore Pavilion inRiverside Park. Lessons at 7pm, opendancing 8pm-9pm. 608/365-4838. www.friendsofriverfront.com (Rock Co.)

JUN 4-AUG 27GREEN BAYDine on the Deck: Enjoy fantastic foodfrom 10 downtown restaurants in a water-front dining setting. Light entertainmentand seating provided. City Deck. Wed11:30am-1:30pm. 920/437-5972.www.downtowngreenbay.com (Brown Co.)

JUN 5-AUG 28BARABOOConcerts on the Square: Free concerts onBaraboo’s historic courthouse square.Some chairs provided or bring your ownchair or blanket. Refreshments for sale.7pm Thursday evenings. 608/356-8333.www.baraboo.com (Sauk Co.)

JUN 5-SEP 4MILWAUKEEJazz in the Park: One of downtown’s mostpopular after-work activities with excitinglocal and national jazz performers. Freeadmission. Bring a picnic or try deliciousfood and wine from local vendors.Cathedral Square Park. Thursdays 6pm.414/271-1416. www.easttown.com(Milwaukee Co.)

JUN 15-OCT 22MARIBELMaribel Cave Tours: Guided undergroundwalking cave tours suitable for all ages.See water worn river passageways, stalac-tites, flowstone, a giant rock column, andunique geologic rock formations. It is thelargest cave in Manitowoc County.Donations only. Cherney Maribel CavesCounty Park. Sundays 10am-3pm.920/683-4189. 920/860-6123.www.maribelcaves.com (Manitowoc Co.)

JUN 18-AUG 20WAUSAUConcerts on the Square: Free concertseries every Wednesday night during thesummer at The 400 Block in downtownWausau. Bring a picnic, blanket or lawnchair, and settle in for an evening of greatmusic. Wed 6-8pm. 715/843-0748,www.wausauareaevents.org (MarathonCo.)

JUN 25-JUL 30MADISONWisconsin Chamber Orchestra’s Concertson the Square: The Capitol Square comesalive with music for six consecutiveWednesdays during the summer months.Blankets may be placed on the lawn at3pm. Bring a cooler, or enjoy some of thegreat food from local vendors. CapitolSquare. Wed 7pm. 608/257-0638. www.wcoconcerts.org (Dane Co.)

JUN 26-AUG 21PHILLIPSThursday Evening Paddle Outings: Hostedby The Crazy Loon, these are fun andeasy outings meant for all skill levels.Meet at an area waterway for a 11/2 to 2hour easy out-and-back paddle. Dependson weather. Price County area lakes.6pm. 715/339-6254.www.thecrazyloon.com (Price Co.)

JUN 6-JUL 27PLATTEVILLEUW-Platteville’s Heartland Festival: Asummer-long festival of the performingarts including musical theater productionsand live music. Enjoy numerous perform-ances and varied show times. Center ofthe Arts, UW-Platteville. 608/342-1298.tickets.uwplatt.edu (Grant Co.)

JUN 6-SEP 5BELOITMusic & More Sponsored by Friends ofRiverFront: Free concerts on the riverfront.The series features jazz, blues, swing andbig band. Bring your lawn chairs or blan-kets and relax under the stars. Food ven-dors on site. Riverside Park. Fri 7pm-9pm. Except Aug 2. 608/365-4838. www.friendsofriverfront.com (Rock Co.)

JUN 14-AUG 9KINGChain Skiers Water Ski Shows: Excitingwater ski show filled with family fun, bothon and off the water. Rainbow Lake.Saturdays Junior show 6pm, main show6:30pm. 715/256-9377. (Lincoln Co.)

JUN 15-DEC 30JANESVILLEBreadbasket: Seed to Spoon: A year-longprogram to educate the public about thearea’s food history while helping area foodpantries. The program includes an exhib-it, events, and a website offering multime-dia galleries, free recipes and healthy eat-ing tips. Helen Jeffris Wood MuseumCenter. 9am-4pm daily Jun-Sep & 9am-4pm weekdays Oct-May. 608/756-4509,rchsbreadbasket.com (Rock Co.)

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APPLETONHistory Museum at the Castle330 E College AvenueAppleton WI 54911920/735-9370www.myhistorymuseum.orgMay 15, 2013-May 16, 2014 Food: Who We Are and

What We Eat

BRILLIONBrillion Nature CenterW1135 Deerview RoadBrillion WI 54110920/756-3591www.brillionnaturecenter.netAug 9 Art in the Prairie

CABLEDowntownCable WI 54821715/413-0396www.cablehaywardarts.orgJun 1-Aug 31 Gallery On Main Street

DURANDOld Courthouse Museum & Jail315 W Madison StreetDurand WI 54736715/672-8188www.freshpaintevent.orgMay 18-May 24 Fresh Paint

EAU CLAIREDowntownEau Claire WI 54701715/737-1106www.sculpturetour.comApr 30, 2013-Apr 30, 2014 Sculpture Tour Eau Claire

FISH CREEKPeninsula School of Art & TheGuenzel Gallery3900 County Road FFish Creek WI 54212920/868-3455peninsulaschoolofart.comMay 2-Jul 12 Five Objects of Inspiration

exhibitionAug 22-Oct 18 Out of the Woods:

Contemporary WoodblockPrints

GREEN BAYHazelwood Historic House Museum1008 S Monroe AvenueGreen Bay WI 54301920/437-1840www.browncohistoricalsoc.orgJun 6-Jun 8 Petals & Porcelain

JANESVILLELower Courthouse ParkMain StreetJanesville WI 53545608/757-3171www.janesvillecvb.comSep 20-Sep 21 Art Infusion... along the

Janesville Mile

LA CROSSEPump House Regional Arts Center119 King StreetLa Crosse WI 54601608/785-1434www.thepumphouse.orgJan 30-Apr 5 Fast BreakJul 16-Sep 6 MusingsJul 18-Sep 6 With New Eyes

LA POINTEMadeline Island Museum226 Colonel Woods AvenueLa Pointe WI 54850715/747-2415www.madelineislandmuseum.orgJul 12-Jul 13 Connecting Cultures:

Exploring the LakeSuperior Fur Trade

MADISONMadison Museum of Contemporary Art227 State StreetMadison WI 53703608/257-0158www.mmoca.orgApr 25-May 4 Design MMoCAJun 7, 2013-June 30, 2014 Los Grandes del Arte

Moderno MexicanoOverture Center for the Arts201 State StreetMadison WI 53703608/258-4141overturecenter.comApr 29 Exploring Mars: Rovers of

the Red Planet

MILWAUKEEMilwaukee Art Museum 700 N Art Museum DriveMilwaukee, WI 53202414/224-3200mam.orgJan 31-May 4 Uncommon Folk:

Traditions in American ArtJune 5-Sep 1 Kandinsky: A Retrospective

MONROEMonroe Arts Center1315 11th StreetMonroe WI 53566608/325-5700www.monroeartscenter.comMar 21-May 2 Wisconsin Regional Arts

ExhibitMar 21-May 2 Babylon in Heart and MindJun 27-Aug 22 Point of Color

OSHKOSHPaine Art Center and Gardens1410 Algoma BoulevardOshkosh WI 54901920/235-6903www.thepaine.orgJun 28-Oct 19 Matisse as Printmaker

PLYMOUTHPlymouth Arts Center520 E Mill Street Plymouth, WI 53073 920/892-8409www.plymoutharts.orgJun 6-Aug 3 A Joan Kohn Juried

Exhibition: Alive in the Arts

RACINERacine Art Museum441 Main StreetRacine, WI 53403 262/638-8300www.ramart.orgFeb 2-May 4 Magic Mud: Masterworks

in Clay from RAM’sCollection

Feb 9- Jun 1 White Gold: The Appeal ofLustre

Feb 23- Jun 8 Collection Focus: SergeiIsupov

Feb 23- Jun 8 Much of What is Seen isNot: Frank Boyden asPrintmaker

Mar 18- May 4 RAM’s Fifth AnnualInternational PEEPS®

ExhibitionMay 25- Aug 31 Once Upon A Time: Fairy

Tales, Fantasy, andContemporary Art

Jun 22- Oct 19 Collection Focus: RobertW. Ebendorf

WAUSAULeigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum700 N 12th StreetWausau WI 54403715/845-7010www.lywam.orgApr 12-Jun 15 ReDress: Upcycled Style

by Nancy JuddApr 12-Jun 15 Salvage and Selvage:

Artwork by the Fiber ArtistsCoalition

Jun 21-Aug 24 Pop Art in America:Selections from theMuseum of Art - FortLauderdale

Sep 6-Nov 9 Birds in Art

WEST BENDMuseum of Wisconsin Art205 Veterans AvenueWest Bend WI 53095262/334-9638www.wisconsinart.orgJan 17-Apr 13 Wisconsin Pastel ArtistsFeb 7-Apr 13 Beth Lipman: Precarious

PossessionsMar 21-Jun 8 Milwaukee Handcrafts

ProjectApr 25-Jul 27 Carl Corey: For Love and

MoneyApr 25-Jul 20 Coalition of Photographic

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Changing Exhibits

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JUL 5-SEP 1KENOSHABristol Renaissance Faire: Escape to asummertime of fun where knights arenoble, and maids are merry. Enjoymedieval shopping, food (Titanic turkeylegs), games of skill and 16 stages ofcontinuous entertainment. I-94 at theWisconsin/Illinois state line. Open Sat &Sun, plus Labor Day, 10am-7pm.847/395-7773, www.renfair.com(Kenosha Co.)

SEP 1-OCT 15STATEWIDEColorama: The amber hues of autumnsweep through Wisconsin from north tosouth as the forests sparkle with fall color.Enjoy an auto tour through the spectacu-lar scenery of Wisconsin in the fall.800/432-8747.

SEP 3-20BAYFIELDApostle Islands Lighthouse Celebration:The celebration offers daily cruises thatdock at Raspberry, Sand, Devils andOuter Island to explore the lighthousegrounds, a new shipwreck & lighthousecruise. Learn about Keepers and theirfamilies who lived and worked in thissecluded setting on the greatest of theGreat Lakes, Lake Superior. Other activi-ties include visiting artists, book signings,lectures, Keeper’s Reunion and a photog-raphy contest. Apostle Islands Cruises.715/779-5619, 800/779-4487. www.lighthousecelebration.com (BayfieldCo.)

SEP 5-27GLENDALEOktoberfest: Celebrate the oldest andmost authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest inthe Midwest. Continuous entertainmentincludes traditional German brass bands,Schuhplatter folk dancing, singing, yodel-ing, sing-alongs, German food & beer, &dancing for everyone. Heidelberg Park.Fri 5-11pm, Sat 3pm-12am. 262/646-8048. www.oktoberfestmilwaukee.com(Milwaukee Co.)

SEP 6-28EAGLEAutumn on the Farms at Old WorldWisconsin: Celebrate the season of har-vest and pitch in to help farmers and vil-lagers bring in the crops, stock the larderand put up the produce for winter. OldWorld Wisconsin. Sat & Sun 10am-5pm.www.oldworldwisconsin.org (WaukeshaCo.)

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APPLETONFox Cities Performing Arts Center400 W College AvenueAppleton WI 54911920/730-3760foxcitiespac.comApr 11-13 Disney’s Beauty and the

BeastApr 25 Daryl Stuermer of GenesisApr 29 Mariachi Los Camperos de

Nati CanoMay 6-11 Sister ActMay 16 Tent Show Radio’s 20th

Anniversary TourCelebration

Jun 11-Jun 22 The Phantom of the OperaLawrence Memorial Chapel410 E. College AvenueAppleton WI 54911920/832-9700www.newvoices.orgMay 3 newVoices Annual

Fundraiser: CarminaBurana

The Trout Museum of Art111 W College AvenueAppleton WI 54911920/733-4089www.troutmuseum.ort/jazz/htmApr 17 Jazz at the Trout

BARABOODowntown Historic CourthouseSquareBaraboo WI 53913608/356-8333www.baraboo.comJun 5-Aug 28 Concerts on the Square

(Thursdays)

BAYFIELDBig Top Chautauqua32525 Ski Hill RoadBayfield WI 54814888/244-8368www.bigtop.orgJun 13-Sep 6 29th Season of Music

Under CanvasMemorial Park15 Front StreetBayfield WI 54814715/779-3335, 800/447-4094business.bayfield.orgJul 1-Sep 2 Bayfield’s Concerts by the

Lake (Tuesdays)

BELOITGantry ParkState and GrandBeloit WI 53511608/365-0150www.downtownbeloit.comMay 23-Aug 29 Fridays in the ParkRiverside Park1160 Riverside ParkBeloit WI 53511608/365-4838www.visitbeloit.comJul 4 Pops on the Rock

BOULDER JUNCTIONDowntownMain StreetBoulder Junction WI 54512715/385-2400www.boulderjct.orgJul 2-30 Music on Main Street

(Wednesdays)

BRODHEADVeterans Memorial ParkState Road 11 & 12th StreetBrodhead WI 53520608/897-8411Jun 15-Aug 10 Twilight in the Park

Concerts (Sundays)

BROOKFIELDSharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts19805 W Capitol DriveBrookfield WI 53045262/781-9520www.wilson-center.comApr 11-Apr 12 PilobolusApr 23 Say Goodnight GracieApr 25 Gabriel KahaneMay 17 Broadway’s Elite

CEDARBURGCedarburg High School AthleticFieldW68 N611 Evergreen BoulevardCedarburg WI 53012262/377-9620www.cedarburg.orgJul 3 Rotary Music FestivalCedarburg Performing Arts CenterW68N611 Evergreen BoulevardCedarburg WI 53012262/376-6161www.cedarburgpac.comMay 16 Jim Witter -

“Feelin’Groovy”

CHETEKMain Street ParkChetek WI 54728715/924-4440Jun 7-Aug 16 Music in the Park

(Saturdays)

DENMARKPalace of Reifs Mills Dinner EventTheatre10025 Reifs Mills RoadDenmark WI 54208920/732-3172www.palaceofrm.comApr 25-27 Grand ol’ Branch River

OpryJun 27-29 Those Golden GalsAug 15-17 Reifs Mills Late Night #1

Cable Show

DEPERESt Norbert College100 Grant StreetDePere WI 54115920/403-3557www.snc.eduJul 8-Aug 5 Knights on the Fox

Summer Concert Series(Tuesdays)

EDGERTONEdgerton Performing Arts Center200 Elm High DriveEdgerton WI 53534608/561-6093www.edgerton.k12.wi.usApr 5 Dragonfly Orchestra

Theatre, Music & Dance

EGG HARBORBirch Creek Music PerformanceCenter, Inc.3821 County Rd EEgg Harbor WI 54209920/868-3763www.birchcreek.orgJun 19-Aug 9 Birch Creek Concert Series

ELKHART LAKEVictorian Village Resort’s Theatre276 Victorian Village DriveElkhart Lake WI 53020920/876-3323www.vicvill.comJun 18-Aug 20 Victorian Village’s: Summer

Musical Revues

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FISH CREEKAmerican Folklore Theatre10169 Shore RoadFish Creek WI 54212920/854-6117www.folkloretheatre.comJun 11-Aug 23 Three shows performed in

repertory - summerDoor Community Auditorium3924 State Road 42Fish Creek WI 54212920/854-4060www.musicfestival.comAug 5-23 Peninsula Music FestivalPeninsula Players TheatreW4351 Peninsula Players RoadFish Creek WI 54212920/868-3287www.peninsulaplayers.comJun 17-Oct 19 Five plays in repertory.

Professional Broadway andOff-Broadway

FOND DU LACButtermilk Creek Park753 S Park AvenueFond du Lac WI 54935920/907-7678www.fdlsymphonicband.orgJun 18-Aug 20 Buttermilk Festival

(Wednesdays)Fond du Lac High SchoolPerforming Arts Center800 Campus DriveFond du Lac WI 54935920/907-7678www.fdlsymphonicband.orgApr 6 Symphonic Band 35th

Annual Pops ConcertApr 26 South Shore ChoraleGoodrich Little Theatre72 W 9th StreetFond du Lac WI 54935920/923-2206www.fdlct.orgApr 10-Apr 12 Never Kiss a Naughty

NanaMemorial Baptist Church645 Forest AvenueFond Du Lac WI 54935920/922-1568www.fdl.comMay 18 Women’s Chorus Spring

Concert

FORT ATKINSONFireside Dinner Theatre1131 Janesville AveFort Atkinson WI 53538800/477-9505, 920/563-9505www.firesidetheatre.comFeb 27-Apr 20 Mary PoppinsApr 8-9 Booth BrothersApr 24-Jun 8 Fiddler on the RoofJun 12-Jul 20 Driving Miss DaisyJun 20 Collingsworth FamilyJul 24-Aug 31 Smokey Joe’s CafeJul 29-30 Triumphant QuartetSep 11-Oct 26 Les Miserables

GREEN BAYCityDeck101 Cherry StreetGreen Bay WI 54301920/437-5972www.downtowngreenbay.comJun 27-Aug 15 Fridays on the FoxGreen Bay Botanical Garden2600 Larsen RdGreen Bay WI 54303920/490-9457www.gbbg.org/things-to-do/garden-eventsJun 26-Aug 21 Green Bay Botanical

Garden - Concerts in theGarden Series (Thursdays)

Heritage Hill State Park2640 S Webster AvenueGreen Bay WI 54301920/448-5150www.heritagehillgb.orgJun 9-Aug 25 Heritage Hill - Music on

the Green (2nd or 4thTuesdays)

Weidner Center for the Performing Arts2420 Nicolet DriveGreen Bay WI 54311920/494-3401, 800/895-0071www.weidnercenter.comApr 2 Man of La ManchaApr 5 The Official Blues Brothers

RevueApr 10 The Intergalactic Nemesis

Live-Action Graphic Novel,Book One: Target Earth

May 22 Bring It On: The Musical

JANESVILLEJanesville Performing Art Center408 S Main StreetJanesville WI 53545608/314-8500, 608/758-0297www.janesvillepac.orgApr 5 Dancing with the StarsApr 13 American VoicesApr 25 Jamie-Sue Seal & John

LatiniApr 25-27 Wait Until DarkLower Courthouse Park51 S Main StreetJanesville WI 53545608/755-3040www.janesvillecvb.comJun 10-Jul 15 Main Street Tuesday

Evening EntertainmentRiverside Park, Janesville2200 Parkside DriveJanesville WI 53546815/988-9650Aug 17 Riverside Music Festival

KENOSHAReuther Auditorium913 57th StreetKenosha WI 53140262/654-9080www.kenoshasymphony.orgApr 5 Kenosha Symphony

OrchestraRhode Center for the Arts514 56th StreetKenosha WI 53140262/657-7529www.rhodecenter.orgApr 4-6 Children’s Theatre Series:

Disney’s 101 Dalmatians -KIDS!

May 23-24 L@tR Series: BleacherBums

Apr 25-27 Lakeside Players Presents:The Diary of Anne Frank

Sesquicentennial Bandshell atPennoyer Park3601 7th AvenueKenosha WI 53140262/496-9400Jul 8-Aug 26 Tuesday At The ShellVeterans Memorial Park54th Street and 6th AvenueKenosha WI 53140262/653-4177www.kenoshaevents.comJul 10-Aug 28 Peanut Butter & Jam

Concert Series (Thursdays)

KEWAUNEEParallel 44 Vineyard & WineryN2185 Sleepy Hollow RoadKewaunee WI 54216920/388-4400www.parallel44.comJun 21-Aug 9 Parallel 44 Summer

Saturday Live Music

LA CROSSEPump House Regional Arts Center119 King StreetLa Crosse WI 54601608/785-1434www.thepumphouse.orgApr 10-12 Pass the TatersMay 3 Will Porter: Concert

Whitney Park400 N Van Buren StreetGreen Bay WI 54301920/437-5972www.downtowngreenbay.comJun 5-Aug 28 Summer in the Park

Concert Series (Thursdays)Jul 8-29 Live on Main (Tuesdays)

GREENWOODGeorge Scherer AthleticPark/Grassland Bandstand212 S Main StreetGreenwood WI 54437715/267-6205www.clarkcountytourism-wi.orgJul 2-30 Chamber Concerts in the

Park

HARTFORDSchauer Arts & Activities Center147 N Rural StreetHartford WI 53027262/670-0560www.SchauerCenter.orgApr 4 Pianist Alpin HongApr 6 Step Afrika! A Perfect

Rhythmic StormApr 11 Whiskey Belles Original

Vocals & Country RootsApr 26 Daryl Stuermer of GenesisMay 2 Laura Ingalls Wilder Based

on the ‘Little House’ BooksMay 9 Chicago Farmer Working-

class Folk MusicianMay 30 I Am Not a Pilot

Milwaukee Indie RockBand

Jun 6 The Second City HappilyEver Laughter

HORICONKiwanis ParkSouth Hubbard StreetHoricon WI 53032920/485-0216horiconphoenix.comJun 4-Aug 27 Music at the Market – The

Summer Concert Series(Wednesdays)

HUDSONBethel Lutheran Church920 Third StreetHudson WI 54016715/386-8409, 715/386-2305www.thephipps.orgApr 13 The Phipps Oratorio

Society with organistWilliam Kuhlman

Lakefront ParkFirst & Walnut StreetHudson WI 54016715/386-8411www.sayhellotohudson.comSep 27-28 Spirit of the St. Croix Art

FestivalPhipps Center for the Arts109 Locust StreetHudson WI 54016715/386-8409, 715/386-2305www.thephipps.orgApr 11-May 4 The Fox on the FairwayMay 18 Minneapolis Guitar QuartetMay 31 Jared Sherlock, Illusionist

& Comic MagicianJun 13 Dennis James, Organist

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LAKE GENEVAFlat Iron ParkWrigley DriveLake Geneva WI 53147262/248-4416, 800/345-1000www.lakegenevawi.comJul 3-Aug 28 Concerts In The Park

(Thursdays)

LUCKTriangle Park, Centennial PavilionLuck WI 54853715/472-2221www.luckwisconsin.comJun 3-Aug 12 Luck Music in the Park

(Tuesdays)

MADISONCapitol SquareMadison WI 53703608/257-0638www.wcoconcerts.orgJun 25-Jul 30 Wisconsin Chamber

Orchestra’s Concerts onthe Square (Wednesdays)

Kohl Center601 W DaytonMadison WI 53703608/265-4120www.badgerband.comApr 24-Apr 26 UW Varsity Band Spring

ConcertMosse Humanities Building455 N Park StreetMadison WI 53706608/263-5615www.music.wisc.eduApr 3 Jim Doing, Tenor and

Martha Fischer, Piano;Faculty Concert Series, UWSchool of Music

Apr 4 Marc Vallon, Bassoon;Faculty Concert Series, UWSchool of Music

Apr 5 Uri Vardi, Cello, andguests; Faculty ConcertSeries, UW School ofMusic

Apr 6 Annual Beethoven PianoCompetition Winners’Recital

Apr 7 Kostas Tilakos, Oboe;Faculty Concert Series, UWSchool of Music

Apr 11 The Center for New Music,University of Iowa, GuestArtist Series

Apr 11-15 UW University Opera,Berloiz’s “Béatrice etBénédict”

Apr 12 The Perlman Piano TrioApr 12 UW Concert Choir and UW

Chamber OrchestraApr 13 UW ChoraleApr 14 Anthony Di Sanza,

Percussion; FacultyConcert Series, UW Schoolof Music

Apr 16 UW Guitar EnsambleApr 17 Pro Arte Quartet; Faculty

Concert Series; UW Schoolof Music

Overture Center for the Arts201 State StreetMadison WI 53703608/258-4141overturecenter.comApr 5 Nobodies of ComedyApr 13 RAIN - A Tribute to the

BeatlesApr 16 STREB: FORCESApr 18 Golden Dragon AcrobatsApr 25 I Wish for All Time:

Celebrating the Genius ofMichael Jackson andStevie Wonder

Apr 25 Dead Man WalkingMay 10 Big Top Chautauqua: Tent

Show Radio Live!May 13-18 Million Dollar QuartetJun 10-15 War Horse

MILWAUKEECathedral Square ParkMilwaukee WI 53201414/271-1416www.easttown.comJun 5-Sep 4 Jazz in the Park

(Thursdays)Marcus Center for the PerformingArts929 N Water StMilwaukee WI 53202414/273-7206, 414/273-7121www.marcuscenter.org/broadway.htmlApr 10 The Improvised

Shakespeare CompanyApr 25-27 Rocky Mountain High -

The Music of John DenverMay 16-17 Letters HomeJul 23-Aug 3- The Phantom of the OperaMilwaukee Repertory Theater108 E Wells StreetMilwaukee WI 53202414/224-9490www.milwaukeerep.comMar 14-May 18 Ain’t Misbehavin’Apr 8-May 4 The History of

InvulnerabilityPere Marquette Park900 N Plankinton AvenueMilwaukee WI 53202414/276-6696www.westown.orgJun 11-Aug 27 Westown’s River Rhythms

(Wednesdays)

MONROEMonroe Arts Center1315 11th StreetMonroe WI 53566608/325-5700www.monroeartscenter.comApr 5 Green County Harmony

ChorusApr 12 Two on TapApr 27 Bel Canto SingersMay 17 SalsabrosaJun 7 Mac Arnold and Plate Full

O’Blues

NESHKORORivers’ Edge ParkNeshkoro WI 54960920/293-4423www.neshkorowisconsin.comJun 13-Aug 8 2014 Gazebo Concerts

(Fridays)

NEW RICHMONDNew Richmond Heritage Center1100 Heritage DriveNew Richmond WI 54017715/246-3276www.nrheritagecenter.orgJul 9-Aug 20 Heritage Hillside Series

(Wednesdays)

OSCEOLAMillpond ParkOsceola WI 54020715/755-3300www.vil.osceola.wi.usJul 3-Aug 28 Osceola Music in the Park

(Thursdays)

OSHKOSHGrand Opera House100 High AvenueOshkosh WI 54901920/424-2350www.grandoperahouse.orgApr 12 Oshkosh on BroadwayMay 17 Steve March-Tormé - Snap,

Sizzle and Pop!

PEWAUKEEPewaukee LakePewaukee WI 53072262/695-9735www.positivelypewaukee.comJun 4-Aug 27 Waterfront Wednesday

Concerts

PHILLIPSClub 13784 N Lake Avenue/Highway 13Phillips WI 54555715/339-2057, 715/339-6333www.northwoodsplayers.comJul 15-17 Northwoods Players Ltd

Dinner Theatre

PLATTEVILLECenter of the Arts, UW-Platteville755 West Main StreetPlatteville WI 53818608/342-1298tickets.uwplatt.eduJun 6-Jul 27 UW-Platteville’s Heartland

FestivalPlatteville’s City Park75 N Bonson StreetPlatteville WI 53818608/348-8888www.platteville.comJun 19-Aug 21 Music In the Park Summer

Series (Thursdays)UW-Platteville Center for thePerforming Arts700 West Main StreetPlatteville WI 53818608/342-1298www3.uwplatt.eduApr 13 Wisconsin Brass QuintetApr 17 HAIRApr 30 Northern Illinois University

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PLYMOUTHCity ParkPlymouth WI 53073920/893-0079, 888/693-8263www.plymouthwisconsin.comJun 19-Aug 14 Summer Concert Series at

City Park (Thursdays)DowntownPlymouth WI 53073920/892-8409plymoutharts.orgAug 8 Cheese Capital Jazz Crawl

for the ArtsPlymouth Arts Center520 East Mill StreetPlymouth WI 53073920/892-8409www.plymoutharts.orgMay 16-17 Plymouth Arts Center

Singers Spring Concert

PORTAGEPortage Center for the Arts301 E Cook StreetPortage WI 53901608/742-5655portagecenterforthearts.comApr 26 MadHatters

RICE LAKECity Park Band ShellDouglas Street & Lakeshore DriveRice Lake WI 54868715/234-2126www.ricelakechamber.orgJun 5-Aug 7 Music in the Park

(Thursdays)

RIPONThe Village Green101 W Seward StreetRipon WI 54971920/748-7466, 920/748-6764www.downtownripon.comJun 6-Aug 29 Summer Concert Series

(Fridays)

SHEBOYGANJohn Michael Kohler Arts Center608 New York AvenueSheboygan WI 53081920/458-6144www.jmkac.orgApr 4 Festive Friday: VO5, discoApr 26 Family Festival: EgyptMay 2 The Golden Horse Ranch

Band, western/squaredance

Apr 22 Fatoumata Diawara, MalianSinger/Songwriter

SHELL LAKELakeside PavilionShell Lake WI 54871715/468-2414www.shelllakeartscenter.orgJun 30 Northwoods Jazz Combo

Concert with Randy SabienJul 7 Northwoods Concert Band

ConcertJun 16 Northwoods Jazz Combo

Concert

WASHINGTON ISLANDTrueblood Performing Arts Center870 Main RoadWashington Island WI 54246920/847-2689www.washingtonislandmusicfestival.comAug 4-15 Washington Island Music

Festival

WAUKESHADowntown342 W Main StreetWaukesha WI 53186262/544-8030www.waukeshafreemanfridaynightlive.comJun 6-Sep 26 Waukesha Freeman Friday

Night Live

WAUPACAWaupaca High School AuditoriumE2325 King RoadWaupaca WI 54981715/258-4131Apr 6 Waupaca Community

Oratorio Chorus Concert

WAUSAUGrand Theater401 Fourth StreetWausau WI 54403715/842-0988www.grandtheater.orgApr 8 Intergalactic NemesisApr 15 HairApr 23 The Texas TenorsMay 3 Storybook Weekend: Alice

in WonderlandMay 8 Mark Nizer 4-DMay 14 5 BrownsMay 21 Bring It OnThe 400 Block401 North Third StreetWausau WI 54403715/843-0748www.wausauareaevents.orgJun 18-Aug 20 Concerts on the Square

(Wednesdays)

WEST BENDUW Washington County CampusTheatre400 University DriveWest Bend WI 53095262/335-5208www.washington.uwc.eduApr 6 Alpin Hong

WHITEWATERYoung Auditorium – University ofWisconsin930 W Main StreetWhitewater WI 53190262/472-2222, 262/472-4444uww.edu/youngauditoriumApr 6 Pinocchio - Florentine

OperaApr 9 Sonic EscapeApr 12 A Mighty Fortress is Our

Basement - The ChurchBasement Ladies

Apr 25 Summer Stories - JohnMcGivern

Shell Lake Arts Center802 1st StreetShell Lake WI 54871715/468-2414www.shelllakeartscenter.orgJun 25 Tribute to the Big Bands

with Northwoods Big Band

SIRENCrooked Lake ParkSiren WI 54872715/349-8399, 800/788-3164www.visitsiren.comJun 5-Aug 21 Siren Music in the Park

(Thursdays)

SPARTAEvans-Bosshard ParkEast AveuneSparta WI 54656608/269-4123www.bikesparta.comMay 28-Aug 27 Concerts In the Park

(Wednesdays)

SPRING GREENAmerican Players Theatre608/588-2361americanplayers.orgJun-Oct Eight plays in rotating

repertory; five in the out-door amphitheater Up theHill and three in the indoorTouchstone Theatre. Call orcheck website for sched-ule.

ST CROIX FALLSOverlook on the St Croix RiverSt Croix Falls WI 54024715/483-3580www.musicontheoverlook.comJun 6-Aug 22 Music 0n The Overlook

(Fridays)

STEVENS POINT@1800 Theater1800 Northpoint DriveStevens Point WI 54481715/345-2976cwso.orgApr 12-13 CW Symphony Orchestra -

Choral Jubilee

STOUGHTONStoughton Opera House381 E Main StreetStoughton WI 53589608/877-4400www.stoughtonoperahouse.comApr 3 Rhonda Vincent & The

RageApr 4 Davina & The VagabondsApr 5 Jerry Apps: A Farm StoryApr 10 Maggie Mae & the

Heartland Country BandApr 11 Red MollyApr 12 The PersuasionsApr 25 The Sweetback SistersApr 26 Jim Brickman - The Love

TourApr 30 Literary Artist Michael

Hecht presents: “Beyondthe Canvas: Vincent VanGogh”

May 2 Roger McGuinnMay 3 Dailey & VincentJun 1 Stoughton Chamber

Singers presents: “Sing MeA Song and Play Me ATune”

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Forest County Chamber of Commerce715/478-3450, 800/334-3387www.visitforestcounty.comFort Atkinson Area Chamber ofCommerce920/563-3210, 888/733-3678www.fortchamber.comFox Cities Convention & VisitorsBureau920/734-3358, 800/236-6673www.foxcities.orgFremont Chamber of Commerce920/446-3838www.travelfremont.comGalesville(see Trempealeau County)Gays Mills, Village of608/735-4341www.gaysmills.org/Geneva Lake West Chamber ofCommerce262/275-5102, 877/275-5102www.genevalakewest.comGermantown Area Chamber ofCommerce262/255-1812www.germantownchamber.orgGrant Co. UWEX Office608/723-2125, 866/472-6894www.grantcounty.org/visitorGrantsburg Chamber of Commerce715/463-2405www.grantsburgwi.comGreen Bay Convention & VisitorBureau, Greater920/494-9507, 888/867-3342www.greenbay.comGreen County Tourism 608/328-1838, 888/222-9111www.greencounty.orgGreen Lake Area Chamber ofCommerce920/294-3231, 800/253-7354www.visitgreenlake.comGreen Lake, Community of, VisitorsCenter800/662-6927www.glcountry.comHartford Area Chamber of Commerce262/673-7002www.hartfordchamber.orgHartland Area Chamber of Commerce262/367-7059www.hartland-wi.orgHayward Lakes Visitors & ConventionBureau715/634-4801, 800/724-2992www.haywardlakes.comHazelhurst Information Center715/356-7350www.hazelwi.netHidden Valleys608/739-3500, 800/592-6968www.hiddenvalleys.comHoricon Chamber of Commerce920/485-3200www.horiconchamber.comHudson Area Chamber of Commerce &Tourism Bureau715/386-8411, 800/657-6775www.hudsonwi.orgHurley Area Chamber of Commerce715/561-4334, 866/340-4334www.hurleywi.comIron County Development Zone Council715/561-2922www.ironcountywi.com

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Do you need information on lodging,attractions or local events? Go right tothe source! Here we’ve listedWisconsin’s convention bureaus,chambers of commerce, county andarea tourism offices. Theseorganizations are ready and waiting tohelp you plan your Wisconsin getaway.

Destinations highlighted in red aremembers or associate members of theWisconsin Association of Convention &Visitors Bureaus. They offer meetingand convention facilities.

Adams County Chamber of Commerce& Tourism608/339-6997, 888/339-6997www.adamscountywi.comAlgoma Area Chamber of Commerce920/487-2041, 800/498-4888www.algoma.orgAlma Chamber of Commerce608/685-4442www.almawisconsin.comAntigo/Langlade County Chamber ofCommerce715/623-4134, 888/526-4523www.antigochamber.comAppleton(see Fox Cities)Arbor Vitae(see Minocqua-Arbor Vitae-Woodruff)Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce715/682-2500, 800/284-9484www.travelashlandcounty.comAugusta, City of715/286-2555www.cityofaugusta.orgBalsam Lake, Village of715/485-3424BalsamLakeWI.comBaraboo Area Chamber of Commerce608/356-8333, 800/227-2266www.baraboo.comBarron County Economic Development715/637-6871, 800/529-4148www.barroncounty.comBayfield Chamber of Commerce715/779-3335, 800/447-4094www.bayfield.orgBayfield County Tourism & Recreation715/373-6125, 800/472-6338www.bayfieldcounty.org Beaver Dam Area Chamber ofCommerce920/887-8879www.beaverdamchamber.comBeloit Convention & Visitors Bureau608/365-4838, 800/423-5648www.visitbeloit.comBerlin Chamber of Commerce920/361-3636www.berlinchamber.netBirchwood Area Lakes Association715/354-7846, 800/236-2252www.birchwoodwi.comBlack River Area Chamber ofCommerce715/284-4658, 800/404-4008www.blackrivercountry.netBloomer Chamber of Commerce715/568-3339www.bloomerchamber.com

Boscobel Chamber of Commerce608/375-2672www.boscobelwisconsin.comBoulder Junction Chamber ofCommerce715/385-2400, 800/466-8759www.boulderjct.orgBrodhead Chamber of Commerce608/897-8411www.BrodheadChamber.orgBrookfield Convention & VisitorsBureau262/789-0220, 800/388-1835www.brookfieldcvb.comBuffalo County Clerk’s Office608/685-6209www.buffalocounty.comBurlington Area Chamber of Commerce262/763-6044www.burlingtonchamber.orgBurnett County Dept. of Tourism &Information715/349-5999, 800/788-3164www.burnettcounty.comBurnett County Resort & CampgroundAssociation715/349-5725, 800/788-3164www.burnettcountylodging.comCable Area Chamber of Commerce715/798-3833, 800/533-7454www.cable4fun.comCadott Chamber of Commerce715/289-3338www.cadottchamber.orgCalumet County/Travel Calumet920/849-1493 ext 200www.travelcalumet.comCambridge Chamber of Commerce608/423-3780www.cambridgewi.netCassville Department of Tourism608/725-5855www.cassville.orgCastle Rock-Petenwell LakesAssociation608/847-1904www.castlerockpetenwell.comCedarburg Chamber of Commerce &Visitor Center262/377-9620, 800/237-2874www.cedarburg.orgChetek Area Chamber of Commerce715/924-3200, 800/317-1720www.chetekwi.netChetek Resort Owners Association715/924-4440, 800/431-0980www.chetek.net

Chilton Chamber of Commerce920/418-1650www.chiltonchamber.com

Chippewa Falls Area Visitors Center715/723-0331, 888/723-0024www.chippewachamber.orgClark County Economic DevelopmentCorporation715/267-3205, 888/252-7594www.clark-cty-wi.orgColumbia County Visitor Bureau608/742-6161www.travelcolumbiacounty.netColumbus Area Chamber of Commerce920/623-3699www.cityofcolumbuswi.comConover Chamber of Commerce715/479-4928, 866/394-4386www.conover.org

Cornell, City of715/239-3710www.cityofcornell.comCrivitz Recreation Association800/236-6681www.crivitzrecreation.comDarlington(see Lafayette County) DeForest Area Tourim Commission608/846-9022visitdeforestarea.comDelafield Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Council262/646-8100, 888/294-1082www.visitdelafield.orgDelavan-Delavan Lake Area Chamberof Commerce262/728-5095, 800/624-0052www.delavanwi.orgDodge County Tourism Association920/386-3701, 800/414-0101www.dodgecounty.comDodgeville Area Chamber ofCommerce 608/935-9200, 877/863-6343www.dodgeville.comDoor County Chamber of Commerce920/743-4456, 800/527-3529www.doorcounty.comDouglas County(see Superior-Douglas County)Eagle River Area Chamber ofCommerce & Visitors Center715/479-6400, 800/359-6315www.eagleriver.orgEast Troy Area Chamber of Commerce262/642-3770www.easttroywi.orgEau Claire (Visit Eau Claire)715/831-2340, 888/523-3866www.visiteauclaire.comEau Claire Lakes Area BusinessAssociation 715/376-2322www.eauclairelakes.comEdgerton Area Chamber of Commerce608/884-4408www.edgertonchamber.comElkhart Lake Tourism Commission920/876-2385, 877/355-4278www.elkhartlake.comElkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce262/723-5788www.elkhorn-wi.orgElroy Commons Tourist Info Center608/462-2410, 888/606-2453www.elroywi.com

Ephraim (see Door County)Evansville Area Chamber of Commerce& Tourism608-882-5131www.evansvillechamber.orgFennimore Chamber and EconomicDevelopment Office608/822-3599, 800/822-1131www.fennimore.comFish Creek Civic Association920/868-2316, 800/577-1880visitfishcreek.comFlorence County Tourism715/528-5377, 888/889-0049www.florencewisconsin.comFond du Lac Area Convention & Visitors Bureau920/923-3010, 800/937-9123www.fdl.com

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Iron River Area Chamber of Commerce715/372-8558, 800/345-0716www.visitironriver.com Jackson County(see Black River Area)Janesville Area Convention & VisitorsBureau608/757-3171, 800/487-2757www.janesvillecvb.comJefferson Chamber of Commerce920/674-4511www.jeffersonchamberwi.comJefferson County Area Tourism Council920/563-3210www.enjoyjeffersoncounty.com Juneau Chamber of Commerce920/386-3359www.juneauwi.org Juneau County VisitorsBureau/Economic Development608/427-2070, 888/898-2550www.juneaucounty.com/tourism.asp Kaukauna(see Fox Cities)Kenosha Area Convention & VisitorsBureau262/654-7307, 800/654-7309www.kenoshacvb.comKewaunee Chamber of Commerce920/388-4822, 800/666-8214www.kewaunee.orgKewaunee County Promotions &Recreation Dept.920/388-0444www.kewauneeco.org/rec Kickapoo Valley Association608/629-5911www.driftlesswisconsin.comKickapoo Valley Reserve608/625-2960http://kvr.state.wi.usKohler Visitor Information Center800/344-2838www.destinationkohler.comLa Crosse Area Convention & VisitorsBureau608/782-2366, 800/658-9424www.explorelacrosse.comLac du Flambeau Chamber ofCommerce715/588-3346, 877/588-3346www.lacduflambeauchamber.comLadysmith(see Rusk County)Lafayette Development Corporation608/776-8080, 866/304-7229www.lafayettecounty.org Lake Geneva Area Convention &Visitors Bureau262/248-4416, 800/345-1020www.lakegenevawi.comLake Mills Area Chamber of Commerce920/648-3585www.lakemills.orgLake Tomahawk Information Bureau715/277-2602Lakewood Area Chamber of Commerce715/276-6500www.lakewoodareachamber.comLancaster Area Chamber of Commerce608/723-2820, 866/876-2665www.lancasterwisconsin.comLand O’ Lakes Chamber of Commerce715/547-3432, 800/236-3432www.landolakes-wi.orgLanglade County(see Antigo Area)

Lodi/LakeWisconsin Chamber ofCommerce608/592-4412www.lodiwisconsin.comLincoln Co. Forestry, Land & Parks715/536-0327www.co.lincoln.wi.us Long Lake Chamber of Commerce715/354-3533Longlakewisconsin.orgMadeline Island Chamber ofCommerce715/747-2801, 888/475-3386www.madelineisland.comMadison Convention & VisitorsBureau, Greater608/255-2537, 800/373-6376www.visitmadison.comManitowish Waters Chamber ofCommerce715/543-8488, 888/626-9877www.manitowishwaters.orgManitowoc Area Visitor & ConventionBureau920/683-4388, 800/627-4896www.manitowoc.org Manitowoc County, The Chamber of920/684-5575, 866/727-5575www.manitowoc.infoMarinette/Menominee Area Chamberof Commerce715/735-6681, 800/236-6681www.mandmchamber.com Marquette NOW888/318-0362www.marquettenow.com Marshfield Convention & VisitorsBureau715/384-4314, 800/422-4541www.visitmarshfieldwi.comMauston Area Chamber of Commerce,Greater 608/847-4142, 866/516-1646www.mauston.comMayville Area Chamber of Commerce920/387-5776, 800/256-7670www.mayvillechamber.comMedford Area Chamber of Commerce715/748-4729, 888/682-9567www.medfordwis.comMellen Area Chamber of Commerce715/274-2330www.mellenwi.comMenasha(see Fox Cities)Menominee Tribal Public Relations715/799-5217Menomonie Area Chamber ofCommerce & Visitors Center, Greater800/283-1862www.menomoniechamber.orgMercer Area Chamber of Commerce715/476-2389www.mercercc.comMerrill Area Chamber of Commerce715/536-9474, 877/907-2757www.merrillchamber.org Merrimac(see Lodi/Lake Wisconsin)Middleton Tourism Commission800/688-5694www.visitmiddleton.comMilton Area Chamber of Commerce608/868-6222www.maccit.comMilwaukee (VISIT Milwaukee)414/273-7222, 800/554-1448www.visitmilwaukee.org

Mineral Point Chamber of Commerce608/987-3201, 888/764-6894www.mineralpoint.comMinocqua-Arbor Vitae-Woodruff AreaChamber of Commerce715/356-5266, 800/446-6784www.minocqua.orgMonroe Chamber of Commerce andIndustry608/325-7648www.monroechamber.org Monroe Co Department of Tourism608/372-2166www.bikesandberries.com Montello Area Chamber of Commerce608/297-7420, 800/684-7199www.montellowi.comMount Horeb Area Chamber ofCommerce608/437-5914, 888/765-5929www.trollway.comMuscoda, Village of608/739-3182www.muscoda.comNeenah(see Fox Cities)Neillsville Area Chamber of Commerce715/743-6444, 888/252-7594www.neillsville.orgNew Glarus Chamber of Commerce &Tourist Information608/527-2095, 800/527-6838www.swisstown.comNew London Tourism920/982-5822www.newlondontourism.comNew Richmond Area Chamber ofCommerce & Visitors Bureau715/246-2900, 800/654-6380www.newrichmondchamber.comOconomowoc Area Chamber ofCommerce262/567-2666www.oconomowoc.orgOconomowoc Convention & VisitorsBureau262/569-3235, 800/524-3744www.oconomowoc-wi.govOconto Area Chamber of Commerce920/834-6967www.ocontoareachamber.com Oconto County Tourism920/834-6969, 888/626-6862www.ocontocounty.orgOconto Falls Area Chamber ofCommerce920/846-8306www.ocontofallschamber.com Omro Area Chamber of Commerce920/685-6960www.omro-wi.comOnalaska Tourism Commission608/781-9570, 800/873-1901www.discoveronalaska.comOntario (Hill Country Chamber ofCommerce)608/462-2245www.hillcountrychamberwi.org Osceola Area Chamber of Commerce715/755-3300, 800/947-0581www.vil.osceola.wi.us Oshkosh Convention & Visitors Bureau920/303-9200, 877/303-9200www.visitoshkosh.com Osseo City Hall715/597-2207www.cityofosseo.com

Ozaukee County Tourism Council262/284-9288, 800/403-9898www.ozaukeetourism.comPark Falls Area Chamber of Commerce715/762-2703, 877/762-2703www.parkfalls.comPelican Lake Chamber of Commerce715/487-5222www.pelicanlakewi.org Pepin County Visitor Information715/672-5709, 888/672-5709www.visitpepincounty.com Pepin Visitor Information Center715/442-3011, 800/442-3011www.pepinwisconsin.comPeshtigo Chamber of Commerce715/582-0327www.peshtigochamber.com Phelps Chamber of Commerce715/545-3800, 877/669-7077 www.phelpscofc.org Phillips Area Chamber of Commerce715/339-4100, 888/408-4800www.phillipswisconsin.netPickerel-Pearson BusinessAssociation715/484-3634www.pickerel-pearson.com Platteville Area Chamber of Commerce608/348-8888www.platteville.comPlymouth Chamber ofCommerce/Visitor Information Center920/893-0079, 888/693-8263www.plymouthwisconsin.comPolk County Information Center715/483-1410, 800/222-7655www.polkcountytourism.comPortage Area Chamber of Commerce608/742-6242, 800/474-2525www.portagewi.comPotosi-Tennyson Chamber ofCommerce608/763-2261www.potosiwisconsin.comPrairie du Chien Area Chamber ofCommerce608/326-8555, 800/732-1673www.prairieduchien.orgPrescott Area Chamber of Commerce715/262-3284www.prescottwi.comPresque Isle Chamber of Commerce715/686-2910, 888/835-6508www.presqueisle.com Price County Tourism Dept.715/339-4505, 800/269-4505www.pricecountywi.netPrinceton Area Chamber of Commerce920/295-3877www.princetonwi.comReal Racine 262/884-6400, 800/272-2463realracine.comReedsburg Area Chamber ofCommerce608/524-2850, 800/844-3507www.reedsburg.orgRhinelander Area Chamber ofCommerce715/365-7464, 800/236-4386www.explorerhinelander.comRice Lake Area Chamber of Commerce715/234-2126, 877/234-2126www.rice-lake.com

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Rice Lake Tourism800/523-6318http://ricelakewis.comRichland Center Area Chamber/MainStreet608/647-6205www.richlandchamber.comRipon Area Chamber of Commerce920/748-6764www.ripon-wi.comRiver Falls Area Chamber ofCommerce 715/425-2533www.rfchamber.comRock County Tourism Council866/376-8767www.rockcounty.orgRusk Co. Visitors Center & RailDisplays715/532-2642, 800/535-7875www.ruskcountywi.comSauk Prairie Area Chamber ofCommerce608/643-4168, 800/683-2453www.saukprairie.comSayner-Star Lake Chamber ofCommerce715/542-3789www.sayner-starlake.org Shawano Country Chamber ofCommerce715/524-2139, 800/235-8528www.shawanocountry.comSheboygan County Chamber ofCommerce800/457-9497www.sheboygan.orgSheboygan Falls Chamber/Main Street,Inc.920/467-6206www.sheboyganfalls.org/Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce715/468-4340www.shelllake.org Shullsburg Community DevelopmentCorp.608/965-4579www.shullsburgwisconsin.orgSiren Area Chamber of Commerce715/349-5999, 800/788-3164www.visitsiren.comSister Bay Advancement Association920/854-2812www.cometosisterbay.comSomerset Chamber of Commerce715/247-3366www.somersetchamber.com Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce608/269-4123, 800/354-2453www.bikesparta.orgSpooner Area Chamber of Commerce715/635-2168, 800/367-3306www.spoonerchamber.org Spring Green Chamber of Commerce608/588-2054, 800/588-2042www.springgreen.comSt. Croix Falls (Falls Chamber ofCommerce)715/483-3580www.scfwi.comSt. Germain Chamber of Commerce715/477-2205, 800/727-7203www.st-germain.com

Stevens Point Area Convention &Visitors Bureau715/344-2556, 800/236-4636www.stevenspointarea.comStockholm Merchants Association715/442-2266stockholmwisconsin.comStone Lake Area Chamber ofCommerce715/865-3378www.stonelakewi.com Stoughton Chamber of Commerce608/873-7912, 888/873-7912www.stoughtonwi.comSturgeon Bay Visitor & ConventionBureau920/743-6246, 800/301-6695www.sturgeonbay.netSun Prairie Chamber of Commerce608/837-4547, 800/400-6162www.sunprairiechamber.comSuperior-Douglas County Convention & Visitors Bureau715/392-2773, 800/942-5313www.superiorchamber.orgTaylor County Tourism 715/748-4729, 888/682-9567www.medfordwis.comThree Lakes Area Chamber ofCommerce and Welcome Center715/546-3344, 800/972-6103www.threelakes.comTomah Convention & Visitors Bureau608/372-2166, 800/948-6624www.tomahwisconsin.comTomahawk Regional Chamber ofCommerce715/453-5334, 800/569-2160www.gototomahawk.comTrempealeau Chamber of Commerce608/534-6780www.trempealeau.netTrempealeau County Tourism Councilwww.ruralexperiences.comTurtle Flambeau Flowage Association715/769-3680www.turtleflambeauflowage.com Twin Lakes Area Chamber & BusinessAssociation262/877-2220www.twinlakeschamber.comTwo Rivers(see Manitowoc Area VCB)Uplands of Southwest Wisconsin608/437-6580, 800/279-9472www.uplandsguide.comVernon County Tourism Council608/637-5396www.driftlesswisconsin.comVilas County Advertising & PublicityDept.715/479-3649, 800/236-3649www.vilas.orgViroqua Tourism608/637-2575viroquatourism.comWalworth County Visitor’s Bureau262/723-3980, 800/395-8687www.visitwalworthcounty.comWarrens Area Business Association608/378-4200www.cranfest.comWashburn Area Chamber of Commerce715/373-5017, 800/253-4495www.washburnchamber.com

Washburn County Tourism715/635-9696, 800/367-3306www.washburncounty.orgWashington County Convention &Visitors Bureau262/677-5069, 888/974-8687www.visitwashingtoncounty.comWashington Island Chamber ofCommerce920/847-2179washingtonisland-wi.comWatertown Area Chamber ofCommerce920/261-6320, 877/733-9886www.watertownchamber.comWaukesha & Pewaukee CVB262/542-0330, 800/366-8474www.visitwaukesha.orgWaupaca Area Chamber of Commerce715/258-7343, 888/417-4040www.waupacamemories.comWaupun Chamber of Commerce920/324-3491www.waupunchamber.comWausau-Central Wisconsin Convention& Visitors Bureau715/355-8788, 888/948-4748www.visitwausau.comWaushara Area Chamber of Commerce920/787-3488, 877/928-8662www.wausharachamber.comWebster(see Burnett County)West Bend Area Chamber ofCommerce262/338-2666, 888/338-8666www.wbachamber.orgWestby Chamber of Commerce608/634-4011, 866/493-7829www.westbywi.comWeyauwega Area Chamber ofCommerce920/867-2500www.weyauwegachamber.comWhitewater Tourism Council 262-473-4005; 866-499-8687www.discoverwhitewater.org Winchester Chamber of Commercewww.winchester-wi.orgWinneconne Area Chamber ofCommerce920/582-4775www.winneconne.orgWinter Area Chamber of Commerce715/266-2204, 800/762-7179www.winterwi.comWisconsin Dells Visitor & ConventionBureau608/254-4636, 800/223-3557www.wisdells.comWisconsin Indian Head CountryTourism715/924-2970, 800/826-6966www.wisconsinindianhead.orgWisconsin Rapids Area Convention &Visitors Bureau715/422-4650, 800/554-4484www.visitwisrapids.comWoodruff(see Minocqua-Arbor Vitae-Woodruff)

MORE SOURCESFOR TOURISMINFORMATIONACCOMMODATIONSWisconsin B&B Association www.wbba.org Wisconsin Hotel and LodgingAssociationwww.wisconsinlodging.info

AGRICULTURAL INFOWisconsin Department ofAgriculturewww.savorwisconsin.com Wisconsin Milk Marketing Boardwww.eatwisconsincheese.com

ARTS AND CULTURE Wisconsin Arts Boardwww.artsboard.wisconsin.gov The Cultural Coalitionwww.portalwisconsin.org NATOWwww.natow.org

ATTRACTIONSAssociation of Wisconsin TourismAttractions www.wiattraction.com Wisconsin Association ofConvention and Visitor Bureauswww.escapetowisconsin.com Wisconsin State Historical Societywww.wisconsinhistory.org

DININGWisconsin Restaurant Associationwirestaurant.org

MEETINGS & CONVENTIONSWI Association of Convention andVisitors Bureauwww.thinkwisconsin.com

RECREATION INFORMATIONWisconsin ATV Associationwww.watva.org Bicycle Federation of Wisconsinwww.bfw.org Off-Road Bicyclingwww.worba.org Wisconsin Association ofCampground Ownerswww.wisconsincampgrounds.com Wisconsin Dept. of NaturalResourcesdnr.wi.gov Golf Course Owners of Wisconsinwww.gcow.org Association of WisconsinSnowmobile Clubswww.awsc.org

HIGHWAYS AND ROADS Wisconsin Road Conditions andConstructionwww.511wi.gov Rustic Roads, Rest Areas andTransportation www.dot.wisconsin.gov

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