Events in Wisconsin

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• 1 Johnson Creek - Live Music at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets. The Summer Music Series, presented by Coca Cola, will offer free live music throughout the summer at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets. On September 1 Our House will perform from 12:30-4:30PM. This is a family fun, kid-friendly, free event for all. Johnson Creek Premium Outlets, 575 W. Linmar Lane. For more information call (920) 699-4112.
• 1 - 2 Madison - Taste of Madison. Taste of Madison showcases more than 80 local restaurants and three entertainment stages. The participating restaurants sell a vast variety of both unique and traditional dishes to the estimated 225,000 attendees over the two-day period. And every food item is reasonably priced. Best of all, admission is free and open to the public. Capitol Square. For more information call (608) 276-9797.
• 1 Nekoosa - Lake Arrowhead Craft Show. Annual craft show of quality handmade items. Demonstrations on site with refreshments/food available. One of central Wisconsin's best shows. Admission free. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 3:00PM. For more information call (715) 325-2904.
• 1 - 3 Redgranite - Redgranite Labor Days Festival. Annual festival is one of Wisconsin's longest running Labor Day celebrations. Three day event with music, food and fun for the entire family. Only Handcrafted Arts and Crafts are accepted. Admission free. Veterans Memorial Park. For more information call (920) 566-4015.
• 2 New Glarus - Wilhelm Tell Festival Art in the Park. Annual, juried, fine arts and fine crafts outdoor art fair. Admission free. New Glarus Village Park, 319 2nd Street. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (608) 527-5642.
• 2 Phillips - Southern Blues BBQ & Crawdad Fest. Come by water or road to join in celebrating this end-of-summer bash and feast on crawdads along with other summer barbeque fixins', plus enjoy live music and lots of fun on the beautiful shores of Wilson Lake! Call for admission info. Birch Island Resort, N8221 E. Wilson Flowage Road. For more information call (715) 339-3151.
• 5 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885 X 17.
• 7 - 9 Jefferson - Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival. Fiber arts classes, stock dog trial, Country Store, Border collie demonstrations and "Sheep 101", sheep & fleece shows, kids' activities, educational workshops & demonstrations, used equipment sale, Hall of Breeds demonstration, lambing barn, Make It With Wool competition. Free Parking. Call for admission info. Jefferson Fair Park. For more information call (608) 868-2505.
• 7 - 8 Waupun - Volksfest German Ethnic Festival. A festival for all people featuring traditional German food & drink, live music & dancing, craft fair & more. Free admission, parking, and RV parking. Under the Big Tent in Downtown Waupun. For more information call (920) 324-2610.
• 8 Brantwood - A Country Afternoon. New exhibits, crafts, demos, bread sale, bake contest and raffles, music. Picnic meal. Knox Creek Heritage Center, N4517 W. Knox Rd.. For more information call (715) 564-2525.
• 8 Germantown - St. John UCC Fall Fair. Youth booths available. Bake sale, raffles, silent auction, theme basket raffles, food and more fun! N104W14181 Donges Bay Road. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (262) 251-0640.
• 8 Green Bay - History of the Automobile . Be transported through time with owners and view 40+ automobiles dating from 1908 to current years. Event starts at 10AM and ends at 4:30PM. 2640 S. Webster Avenue. For more information call (920) 448-5150.
• 8 Nekoosa - 4th Annual Lake Classic Car Show. Concourse judged along beautiful South Lake Center Marina, Lake Arrowhead, Rome, WI All profits donated to "Never Forgotten Honor Flight". 348 13th Drive. For more information call (715) 325-5843.
• 8 Pardeeville - Pardeeville Watermelon Festival. U.S. Watermelon Speed Eating and Seed Spitting Championship. Watermelon contests, arts, crafts, flea and/or farmers market, kids games, music, food & beverage, located on beautiful Park Lake. Admission free. Chandler Park. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (608) 429-2312.
• 8 - 9 St. Germain - Summer's End Paddle & Run. End the summer with a weekend of fitness events in the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin! Events include canoe/kayak races at the St. Germain Lodge & Resort on Big St. Germain Lake and a half-marathon/5K footraces held at the St. Germain Community Park. Community Park, Hwys. 70 & 155. For more information call (715) 477-2205.
• 8 Watertown - Rock River Wine Fest & Craft Show. The largest Wisconsin Wine Fest in the state. Wisconsin wines for tasting, wine retail booth, 100 crafters, food, cheese, music, contest and more. Admission free. Riverside Park, 812 Labaree Street. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 5:00PM. For more information call (920) 261-9460.
• 8 Waukesha - Walk to End Alzheimer's. The Walk to End Alzheimers is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. 8:30AM - registration. 10AM walk begins. Frame Park, 1200 Frame Park Drive. For more information call (414) 479-8800.
• 8 Waukesha - Waukesha Art Fest. A juried fine art show. Live entertainment as well as children's activities. Silent Auction proceeds are used for art scholarships for local students. Admission free. Main Street in Downtown Waukesha. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 5:00PM. For more information call (262) 549-1408.
• 8 - 9 Wausau - Art in the Park. 37th annual fine arts/craft show. A part of Wausau "Artrageous" weekend. Free shuttle buses. Food vended by nonprofit groups. Kids' activities and butterfly release. Sat 9AM - 5PM, Sun 9AM - 4PM. Admission free. 1000 Stewart Avenue. For more information call (715) 581-1484.
• 8 Wisconsin Dells - Celebrate Life! Dells Area's American Cancer Society Event at Marley's. The Dells area's only American Cancer Society event. Buy a raffle ticket & win $1000 cash prize! Enjoy live music of Brian Beebe while enjoying Marley's excellent food. The kids will love this great family fun day. You can bid in the silent or live auction with our own Todd Nelson doing the auctioneering. The dunk tanks will be splashing again! Bring the family and have a relaxing day with the locals at Marley's. Follow us on our Facebook event page "Celebrate Life!" Event tickets & raffle tickets may be purchased in advance at Marley's. Marleys, 1470 Wisconsin Dells Parkway. Event starts at 3:00PM and ends at 8:00PM. For more information call (608) 254-1800.
• 14 Brookfield - Hidden River Arts Festival. Enjoy the beautiful environment of Brookfield's Mitchell Park, while discovering the work of more than 80 Wisconsin fine artists at this unique three-day festival. Fri 1PM -7PM, Sat 10AM - 6PM, Sun 11AM - 4PM. Admission charged. Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 19805 W. Capitol Drive. For more information call (262) 781-9470.
• 14 - 16 Hayward - Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival. Mountain bike racing, vendor expos, bicycle parade, food, awards and demonstrations. Main Street. For more information call (715) 798-3594.
• 14 - 16 Wisconsin Dells - Wo-Zha-Wa Fall Festival. A festive celebration of autumn, Wo-Zha-Wa Days is filled with free family activities, including an arts and crafts fair, antique flea market, Maxwell Street Days, live entertainment and a 100-unit parade. Enjoy great food from service clubs and downtown restaurants, visit attractions and the street carnival. Downtown Wisconsin Dells.
• 15 Bonduel - Bonduel Founders Day. Arts,crafts,and food vendors; Public Safety and Bonduel Archives open houses; music; kid's bouncers;run/walk event. Admission free. Downtown Bonduel. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 3:00PM. For more information call (715) 758-2450.
• 15 - 16 Cedarburg - Ozaukee Art Center Wine Harvest Fine Arts/Crafts Fair. The Ozaukee Art Center features juried exhibitors both local and from out of state selling fine arts and crafts. Wine & Harvest Festival is a citywide, two-day festival with multiple exciting events drawing over 50,000 visitors. Sat 10AM - 6PM, Sun 10AM - 5PM. Admission free. Closed Main Street of Cedarburg (Washington)Ave. For more information call (262) 377-8230.
• 15 - 16 Cedarburg - Wine & Harvest Fine Arts & Crafts Fair. Fine art & craft with a contemporary flair distin-guishes this lively event, held outdoors at the Cultural Center during a city-wide festival that draws 50,000 visitors. Food tent, music, and free exhibits indoors. Sat 10AM - 6PM, Sun 10AM - 5PM. Admission free. Cedarburg Cultural Center, W62 N546 Washington Avenue. For more information call (262) 375-3676.
• 15 Cross Plains - Hill and Valley Antique Auto and Americana Show. Antique auto show with old time crafts such as quilting, blacksmithing, sauerkraut making, etc. Historical society displays, corn on the cob steamed by an antique steam engine. Admission free. County P, Baer Park. Event starts at 6:45AM and ends at 4:30PM. For more information call (608) 798-3040.
• 15 Green Bay - Heritage Festival at Heritage Hill. Heritage Hill invites the public to a fun family event celebrating Belgian, Polish, German, French and the Native American people. Visit with members of the Polish Heritage Society, Belgian American Club, Seymour Dairy Products, Evergreen Quilters and the Oneida Nation. Call for admission info. 2640 S. Webster Avenue. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 4:30PM. For more information call (920) 448-5150.
• 15 - 16 Hubertus - Holy Hill Art & Farm Market. Unique marketplace featuring artists and farmers presenting their goods in a natural setting. Enjoy a wide range of treasures that will fill the barn and homestead during each market weekend. Sample produce, products and refreshments prepared by local farmers and bakers. Live music! 4958 Hwy 167. For more information call (262) 644-5698.
• 15 Hubertus - Holy Hill Arts & Crafts Fair. 230-240 Artists & Craftsmen present their work in a natural setting on the grounds of Holy Hill. Door prizes are selected from Fair Exhibitors. Free parking. Admission charged. 1525 Carmel Road. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 5:00PM. For more information call (262) 966-7172.
• 15 - 16 Jefferson - Gemuetlichkeit Days German Heritage Festival. German food and music,craft fair, contests,dancing, card tournament, car show, and huge parade. Sat 10AM - 8PM, Sun 1:30PM - 6PM. Admission charged. 503 N. Jackson Avenue. For more information call (920) 674-6124.
• 15 Lake Geneva - Walk to End Alzheimer's. The Walk to End Alzheimers is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. 8:30AM - registration. 10AM walk begins. Library Park, 1200 West Main Street. For more information call (414) 479-8800.
• 15 - 1 Marshfield - Maple Fall Fest. A celebration of fall and a fitting finish to summer. Pancake breakfast on both days. Maple syrup & maple dessert contest, maple village. Fun for the whole family all weekend. Sat 9AM - 5PM, Sun 10AM - 4PM. Admission free. Wildwood Park & Zoo. For more information call (800) 422-4541.
• Sep 15 - Oct 31 Mauston - Haunted Halloween at Red Ridge Ranch. Something for everyone from painting and designing a pumpkin face to going for a fall tractor/horse drawn hay ride in the countryside. Feed the farm animals in the petting zoo, find your way out of our famous hay maze, or just go for a stroll in the corn maze. On Fri & Sat evenings we will spook the fun out of you in our haunted corn maze. We have the headless horseman working here! Also offered are pony rides and guided trail rides. W4881 Hwy 82. For more information call (608) 847-2273.
• 15 Mukwonago - Mukwonago Fall Fest. Celebration of fall, fun for the whole family! Crafters/vendors, live music, numerous kids activities, chili contest, apple bakeoff. Admission free. Field Park (HWY 83 and NN). Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (262) 363-7758.
• 15 - 16 Soldiers Grove - Driftless Area Art Festival. Celebrating the visual, performing, and culinary arts of the Driftless Area; featuring painting, photography, woodworking, ceramics, fiber, sculpture, jewelry, and live music. Sat 10AM - 5PM, Sun 10AM - 4PM. Admission free. Beauford T. Anderson Memorial Park, Hwys 131 & C. For more information call (608) 624-3600.
• 15 Wisconsin Dells - Charley Pride at Crystal Grand Music Theatre. Crystal Grand Music Theatre, 430 Munroe Street. Event starts at 3:00PM. For more information call (800) 696-7999.
• 16 Fond du Lac - Market Day. Market Day event with 30 vendors selling different items to benefit the Amaranth Diabetes Foundation. 500 West Arndt Street. For more information call (414) 526-2715.
• 21 Appleton - Fox Cities Marathon & Kids Fun Run. 1/2 mile, 1/4 mile and mini dash runs will take place on the warming track and around the bases with activities, games, refreshments, and fun all over the Stadium grounds! Time Warner Cable Field at Fox Cities Stadium. For more information call (920) 882-9499.
• 21 - 22 Waukesha - MJC Memorial Craft Fair. Craft show featuring handcrafted arts and crafts, and unique gifts. Something for everyone on your shopping list. Door prizes drawn every hour, food, silent auction, bake sale and free parking and admission. Fri 10AM - 6PM, Sat 10AM - 4PM. Admission free. 1240 Grand Avenue. For more information call (262) 404-5763.
• 22 Columbus - 12th Annual Boxer Bash. Family friendly event open to the public. All dogs welcome. Largest fundraiser for Green Acres Boxer Rescue of WI, a 501c3 non-profit. Firemans Park, 1049 Park Ave.. For more information call (608) 566-7039.
• 22 - 23 Fort Atkinson - City-Wide Rummage Sale. Over 100 sales throughout the Fort Atkinson area. Maps and listings available at the Fort Chamber, Sentry, and Pick 'n Save. Throughout the Fort Atkinson area. For more information call (920) 563-3210.
• 22 Green Bay - Rails & Ales Brewfest. An evening of craft beer, wine and food sampling among the historic trains of the National Railroad Museum. Stroll among the Museum's full-size trains while sampling dozens of local and regional craft beers and wines along with hors d'oeuvres. You'll receive a sampling glass that is yours to keep. The evening will also feature entertainment, raffles and other prizes. Call for ticket info. National Railroad Museum 2285 S. Broadway. For more information call (920) 437-7623.
• 22 Hayward - Hayward Fall Festival. Fine art and crafts, food, music, kids' games. Main Street. For more information call (715) 634-8662.
• 22 St. Germain - 52nd Annual Colorama. St. Germain is the "Birthplace of Colorama". Events include a craft show, farmers' market, wine tasting, pumpkin painting and fall flower sale. Great food will also be available. Held from 9AM to 3PM in the St. Germain Community Park. Community Park, Hwys. 70 & 155. For more information call (715) 477-2205.
• 22 St. Germain - 53rd Annual Colorama. In addition to the craft fair, there will be a live auction, farmers market, wine tasting, pumpkin paint-ing contest, mum sales and great food. Admission free. St. Germain Community Park. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 3:00PM. For more information call (715) 477-2205.
• 22 Waukesha - Apple Harvest Festival. Autumn family festival with a heritage theme. Many apple varieties; auction, hay ride, childrens' activities, concert, artist/exhibitors, food, pies, cider and fun! Demonstrations encouraged. Expanded Learning Center will be open! Admission charged. Retzer Nature Center, S14 W28167 Madison Street. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 5:00PM. For more information call (262) 896-8007.
• 22 West Bend - Walk to End Alzheimer's. The Walk to End Alzheimers is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. 8:30AM - registration. 10AM walk begins. Regner Park, 800 N. Main Street. For more information call (414) 479-8800.
• 23 Horicon - Autumn Art on the Marsh. Takes place in a beautiful park setting with unique and varied artists and crafters. Admission free. Discher Park, Jersey Street. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (920) 485-3200.
• 28 - 30 Warrens - Warrens Cranberry Festival. 600 exhibitors. Admission free. Village Streets, Lawns, Ball field. Event starts at 7:00AM and ends at 6:00PM. For more information call (608) 378-4200.
• 29 Fish Creek - 10th Annual Settlement Shops Fall Art Fair. Local and regional artists exhibit their original art and fine craft in park-like setting. Surrounding shops and galleries feature unique shopping all season. Food, music, and friendly atmosphere. 9100 Highway 42. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 5:00PM. For more information call (608) 213-0976.
• 29 Franksville - Pumpkin Harvest Art and Craft Fair. Free outdoor event held in conjunction with the pop-ular Tucker 4-H Pancake Breakfast. Enjoy a fall day in the country with food, art, crafts, petting zoo, hayrides and corn maze. (exhibitors may stay later than 1PM). Admission free. Swan's Pumpkin Farm, 5930 Highway H. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 1:00PM. For more information call (262) 634-1482.
• 29 - 30 Green Lake - Harvest Fest. 24th Annual Harvest Fest with hundreds of crafters, food & entertainment. Fun for the whole family! Sat 10AM - 5PM, Sun 10AM - 5PM. Admission free. Mill Street, Downtown Green Lake. For more information call (920) 294-3231.
• 29 Kohler - Walk to End Alzheimer's. The Walk to End Alzheimers is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. 8:30AM - registration. 10AM walk begins. Sports Core, 100 Willow Creek Drive. For more information call (414) 479-8800.
• 29 Minocqua - Prime Choice Arts & Craft Show / Beef-A-Rama. Kick the weekend off with a street dance from 6PM-10PM. Saturday 9AM Rump Roast Run sponsored by the Lakeland Area Rotary Clubs. The downtown Beef Cook-offs begin bright and early in the morning along with live music. Other activities: Craft Show at Torpy Park 9AM-5PM, Culver's Beef Eating Contest 11:30AM and the famous Parade of Beef at 2:45PM down main street! Purchase a succulent beef sandwich at 3PM at Torpy Park, awards ceremony at 4PM. Torpy Park, Downtown Minocqua. For more information call (800) 44-NORTH.
• 29 Phillips - Phillips Fall Harvest Festival. Enjoy the annual festival featuring arts & crafts, a unique variety of food, farmers market, cranberries, live music, kids' pumpkin decorating, scarecrow display and magnificent autumn tree color! Admission free. Lake Avenue. Event starts at 9:00AM and ends at 3:00PM. For more information call (715) 339-4100.



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• May 6 through Nov 25 Milwaukee - Milwaukee Marketplace Rummage Sale. Milwaukee's Monster Rummage Sale at Miller Park for 15 Sundays this year. Vendors and visitors wanted. Sundays only. 1 Miller Park Way, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For more information call (414) 219-9081.
• May 19 through Sep 9 Green Bay - Football the Exhibit. The Green Bay Packers present Football the Exhibit, the Neville's new, interactive display which explores the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) behind the game. Football includes a mixture of artifacts, text, video and hands-on activities with something for everyone! Call for admission info. Neville Museum, 210 Museum Place, GB, WI 54303. For more information call (920) 448-4460.
• May 28 through Sep 3 St. Germain - St. Germain Flea Market. Held at the St. Germain Community Park every Monday from Memorial Day to Labor Day from 8AM to 3PM. Held rain or shine! Presented by the St. Germain Fire Department Auxiliary. Community Park, Hwys. 70 & 155, St. Germain, WI. For more information call (715) 891-7333.
• Jun 2 through Oct 6 Portage - 2012 Portage Flea Market. 1st Saturday of each month. Crafts, produce, antiques, collectibles, rummage sale items. Vendors call for additional information. Fairgrounds, 300 Superior Street. For more information call (608) 742-2178.
• Aug 23 through Oct 21 Fort Atkinson - Hello Dolly. The first lady of musical comedy comes complete with a carpetbag full of good intentions, clever schemes, hilarious mishaps and some of Broadway's best-loved songs. Winner of 10 Tony Awards including best musical. Call for ticket info. Fireside Dinner Theatre, 1131 Janesville Ave. For more information call (800) 477-9505.
• Aug 29 through Sep 3 Walworth - 163rd Walworth County Fair . Located on the 99-acre Walworth County Fairgrounds, this family-friendly event features traditional attractions such as tractor pulls, pig races, horse shows, square dancing and country music headliners alongside unique attractions such as a hay bale throwing contest, demolition derby, mounted shooters show, milk can toss, chainsaw artists, bee keeping demos, barnyard Olympics and a woodcarving auction. Open 7AM until midnight all days except Labor Day with closing at 9PM. Walworth County Fair Grounds. For more information call (262) 723-3228 .
• Aug 31 through Sep 2 Shell Lake - Town & Country Days. Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with street dances, food booths, sports contests, tractor pull, kiddie and grand parades, flea market, sailing regatta, games, contests, arts & crafts, and fly-in breakfast. Hwy 63. For more information call (715) 468-4088.

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