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Elkhorn Truck & Tractor Pulls & Free Country/Rock Dance
2020-09-06 16:00 - 22:30 (America/Chicago) | Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 East Court Street, Elkhorn, WI, 53121, United States
The Walworth County Fairgrounds gets some loud Labor Day weekend action with the Elkhorn Truck & Tractor Pulls, followed by live music and dancing on Sunday, September 6th, 2020. All proceeds from the Elkhorn Truck & Tractor Pulls will be donated to the Walworth County Fairgrounds to help them through this difficult season. This is an outdoor event so masks are recommended, but not required. The action starts at 4pm with various trucks and tractors showing their power, generating noise, and making everything a loud and fun time!
Badger Truck Pullers will manage all classes, including:

Super Farm Tractors
466 Hot Farm (Badger State Rules)
Pro Farm Tractors
Hot Farm Tractors
Diesel 2.5 Trucks
BTPA Super Stock
BTPA Open Stock
BTPA Pro Street Diesel

At 7pm, a free concert with Hillbilly Rockstarz and Janette King starts on the Park Stage.
Advance purchase grandstand tickets can be purchased online for $10; VIP Trackside tickets can be purchased online for $20. Kids 2 and younger are free, but they must sit on a parent’s lap. Tickets may also be purchased at Franks Piggly Wiggly, Petes Tire and A+ Powersports in Elkhorn, as well as Whitewater Wrap and Ship in Whitewater, or right at the event. No refunds or exchanges; no outside food/drinks or coolers are allowed into the facility. Customers must print all purchased tickets in order to gain admission.
COVID-19 CDC & Local Government Agency current Guidelines & Procedures are to be followed at the Elkhorn Truck & Tractor Pulls; the goal is to follow operating guidelines to ensure a safe and responsible family entertainment experience. If you are sick, have symptoms, or tested positive for COVID-19 – stay home. Please follow current CDC & Local Government Agency approved guidelines & procedures with maintaining social distancing/etc. & please sit with family members as a group as you enjoy the comforts of the large, covered grandstand.
You’ll find all the action Sunday, September 6th, 2020 at the Walworth County Fairgrounds. It’s right along Highway 11 (Court Street) on Elkhorn’s east side, right by I-43 and U.S. 12. Highway 67 is just to the west.
Elkhorn Truck & Tractor Pulls Event Address:
Walworth County Fairgrounds
411 E. Court Street (Highway 11)
Elkhorn, WI 53121
Website
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Bacon & Brews Fest, Oak Creek
2020-09-05 | Lake Vista Park, 4001 E. Lakeside Avenue, Oak Creek, WI, 53154, United States
Bacon & Brews Fest combines running, walking, bacon, and beer along the shores of Lake Michigan in Oak Creek’s Lake Vista Park on Saturday, September 5th, 2020. It begins with a 5K run and walk, which you can participate in in person along a twisty, turny course in the park, or participate in virtually from wherever you are. Why the 5th of September? Because that’s International Bacon Day!
After the 5K, at the Lake Vista location they’ll have an after party featuring the aforementioned bacon, brews in the form of great craft beers, plus soda, water, food of all kinds, and more. All participants will receive a finishers medal, Special Swag, a T-shirt, and a bacon/beer filled lunch. The party will include social distancing measures, and masks will be provided if participants don’t have one. But be sure to party after the run… you can bring a chair, enjoy delicious food and beverages, and take in the beautiful views of Lake Vista Park!
This is all happening in Oak Creek, right at the end of Highway 100 just past where it meets with Highway 32, which runs along the shores of Lake Michigan from Milwaukee to Racine, Kenosha, and all points south. When you’re done – or even before you go – check out Drexel Town Square, which offers a ton of shops, bars and restaurants, hotels, and more! They also have their Farmers Market in the Square on Saturdays from 9am – 1pm. You’ll find the whole complex just north of Drexel Avenue just west of Highway 38/Howell Avenue. IKEA also has its only Wisconsin location along Drexel just west of I-41/I-94 (Exit #320). This is all just minutes south of downtown Milwaukee.
Bacon & Brews Fest Address:
Lake Vista Park
4001 E. Lakeside Avenue
Oak Creek, WI 53154
Website
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Exeland Trout Festival
2020-09-04 - 2020-09-06 | WI
The 28th annual Exeland Trout Festival, sponsored by the Exeland Rod & Gun Club, will be held over Labor Day weekend, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, September 4, 5 & 6, 2020. A $3 Trout Fest button gets you admission to get on the Sports Center grounds, and the button is good for all three days. This year’s festival motto is “Make your day a keeper!”
Festivities begin Friday at the Sports Center at 5:00 p.m. A trout fish sandwich & chips basket will be the night’s specialty at Rod’s Bar & Grill. You can sign up for the cribbage tournament, which begins at 5:00 pm (play begins at 5:30 registration fee of $10 per team.) The men’s 8-team double elimination softball tournament also starts with games at 5:45 & 6:45 p.m. Everyone is welcome to play on the Bean Bag court during the evening. Presentation of the Medallion Hunt winner is at 7:00 p.m. DJ music will be played throughout the activities.
At 7:30 pm, Chris Kroeze performs. The former star on The Voice is from nearby and will put on a terrific show with great music! Fans are urged to bring a lawn chair.
Appropriately, Saturday’s events start with a trout fishing contest. Registration is on Main Street. The contest begins at 7:30 a.m. and concludes at 11:30 a.m. Entry fee is proof of a festival button. Contest is for brook trout only. Trophies will be awarded to the top three fish. The three winners of the contest will be invited to ride on the Exeland Rod & Gun Club float in Sunday’s parade. Once again, the trout fishing in the Exeland area this year has been unbelievable!
The Dave Lindau Memorial pancake breakfast will be from 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. inside the Exeland Rod & Gun Clubhouse located at the Sports Center.
Main Street will be busy on Saturday morning beginning at 8:00 a.m. Rummage sales, craft sales, garage sales, and a bake sale will be going on. If you have a craft booth or other items to sell, just show up, find a spot on the street, and start selling. There is no fee to vendors.
It’s a bike rider’s paradise! This will be the fourth year of the Trout Fest off road bike ride. A 27 mile loop through some of the most beautiful country northern Wisconsin has to offer. All ages are welcome but you should be in good physical shape as it’s a very challenging route. Registration is at 9:00 a.m. on Main Street in front of Superior Choice Credit Union and the ride will begin at 10:00 a.m. Cost is a Trout Fest button. A meal coupon will be presented to all participants after the ride to be redeemed at the Sports Center.
Follow the many sporting events taking place at the Sports Center. Enjoy watching the softball tourney (10 a.m. start) & volleyball tourney (11 a.m. start).
The horseshoe court will be open all day for everyone to enjoy and compete.
The 32-team co-ed Bean Bag Toss tournament begins at 10:30 a.m. 100% payback. Top 6 places will receive cash. Entry fee for the 2-person team is $20.
Inflatable games will be scattered on the grounds to entertain the kid’s. Enough fun to entertain them all day. A wrist band needs to be purchased to get into the games.
Nobody should go hungry. Stop at one of the Rod & Gun Club’s concession areas or pay the food vendors a visit. There’s a lot of good food everywhere.
At noon in the pavilion listen to the music of the “Bare Bones” of Rice Lake, formerly known as the Porch Dogs. 4 hours of great music.
The Texas Hold’em Tourney has been cancelled year but will return next year
At 4:30 p.m. a new Trout Festival queen will be crowned. Seven beautiful girls are competing for this year’s prestigious title. Last year’s queen Grace Zimmer will pass her crown onto the new winner. One of the 16 little gals competing for the Little Princess title will also be crowned at this time.
At 5:30 p.m. the Exeland Rod & Gun Club will make a little boy and girl happy when they draw to give away two free bikes and fishing poles.
Saturday concludes with a street dance at the Sports Center pavilion from 8:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Music will be provided by “The G Men”. The former Exeland band is reuniting for the first time in 30 years. Look for a fun night!
Sunday’s events continue in the morning at 7:30 a.m. with the pancake breakfast at the Rod & Gun Clubhouse located at the Sports Center. Blueberry pancakes are the specialty. Breakfast concludes at 10:30 a.m.
At high noon the “Joe Trcka Memorial Parade” with 75 units will move down Main Street. One of the best small town parades in the area with lots of candy being tossed out to the kids. If you haven’t registered your unit yet and would like to be in the parade, just show up at Swan Creek Park between 11 – 11:30 a.m. This year’s grand marshals are Neal & Marna Halberg, longtime Exeland residents who are very active in all community events.
After the parade, it’s back to the Sports Center to be part of the many events still going on. Watch the finals of all the sporting events. Once again, the kids can enjoy the inflatable games that are on the ground.

At 1:00 p.m. a delicious “chicken dinner” will be available at the new food shelter. Plus, a lot of other good food will be available all day long in and around the pavilion.
Cow Pie Bingo will take place south of the softball field shortly after the parade. $10 per square to win cash! Whichever one of the hundred spot the calf decides to crap on will determine the winner. Advance tickets are now being sold at local businesses. Event is compliments of North Star Acres Farm of Exeland.
At 2:00 p.m. the Jump River Valley Mow Masters lawn mower races will take place at the Club’s race track located southwest of the pavilion. An exciting & must see event.
If you want to stay near the pavilion and enjoy good food and cold beverages you can listen to the music of the popular “Man 2 Man” band. Denny Goin and his son will perform from 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
At 5:30 p.m. in the pavilion, all of the drawings will be held for the raffle prizes. The $100 cash raffle, Special 28th Anniversary raffle, the 4-wheeler, small cash prizes and a deer rifle will go to the lucky winners who have purchased raffle tickets. Two more kid’s bikes will also be given away.
Join the fun and help Exeland celebrate the 28th annual Exeland Trout Festival! Follow State Highway 48 to get to Exeland, east of Rice Lake off U.S. 53 or just a mile or so west of Highway 40 in Sawyer County. Truly a fun North Woods getaway event!
Exeland Trout Festival Address:
State Highway 48
Exeland, WI 54835
Info: (715) 943-2242 (ask for Jim)
Website

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Belgium Blues Bash
2020-08-28 17:30 - 2020-08-29 22:00 | Belgium Community Park, 106 Beach Street, Belgium, WI, 53004, United States
Hosted by the Paramount Music Association, this year’s big (and socially-distanced) music celebration takes place in Belgium, Wisconsin. It’s called the Belgium Blues Bash, and it celebrates the remarkable music history of the area. There’s a reason neighboring towns Grafton and Port Washington are the northernmost locations on the Mississippi Blues Trail, after all. A nice lineup is on deck, and there will be plenty of room for social distancing.
The Belgium Blues Bash is this year’s big music event that the Paramount Music Festival typically hosts. The whole idea is to celebrate Paramount Records, where artists during the 1917-1932 era – typically African-American – would come to a Wisconsin chair factory and record music in a studio the company had built. The songs would be distributed on Paramount Records, which is increasingly being recognized as one of the early trailblazers in Blues, R&B, Gospel, and even Country music. Get more background from our episode covering this fascinating story and topic on the State Trunk Tour Podcast.

Belgium Blues Bash Schedule:
FRIDAY AUGUST 28
6:00pm – The Jay Stulo Band
8:00pm – The Jimmys
SATURDAY AUGUST 29
12:30 – Luke Cerny
2:00 – Tommy Bentz Band
4:00 – Alex Wilson Band
6:00 – Shonn Hinton & Shotgun
8:00 – Stephen Cooper & the Nobody Famous
Reserved tables are SOLD OUT, but you can reserve a spot for a 10×10 pop up tent OR a 10×10 grass space. For $25, you can reserve a space that holds up to six people, and you get it for the weekend. A map of the grounds is available on their website.
The Belgium Blues Bash is FREE to attend in the general admission area. Food and drink will be available using tickets that you can purchase upon arrival; tickets are good for both days. Purchase your tickets when you arrive and they are good both days. You can pre-buy tickets at ParamountMusic.org.
Food available for purchase will include burgers, brats, Pulled Pork, meatballs, Tacos by Lunas Taqueria. Vendors will have products you can shop, too!
Belgium Blues Bash Address:
Belgium Community Park
106 Beach Street
Belgium, WI 53004
Website
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World Challenge America at Road America
2020-08-28 - 2020-08-30 | Road America, N7390 Highway 67, Elkhart Lake, WI, 53073, United States
The World Challenge America headlines an all Sports Car weekend at Road America August 28-30, 2020, bringing exotic GT3 machinery to the popular circuit. The series is a part of a global series racing in Europe, Asia, and America showcasing a new race format with 90-minute double-header races featuring full-service pit stops, driver changes, and increased strategy. The weekend will also feature Pirelli GT4 America, GT Sports Club America, TC America, and Skip Barber Race Series R for a jam-packed weekend of sports car racing!
Enjoy watching over 100 incredible cars featuring manufacturers like Acura, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, Nissan, Porsche, and so much more.
You can find the full schedule here. Gates open at 7am and the Paddock Shop is open from 10am to 4pm.
Disc Golf
Test your skills on our 18 hole disc golf course – FREE fun for everyone! The Front Nine begins with Tee #1, located across from Gearbox concessions in the paddock. The Back Nine kicks off with Tee #10 located west of the Sargento Bridge, towards the Motorplex. Rental discs are available in Paddock Shop.
Tickets can be purchased here, and students 16 and under are admitted FREE with a paying adult (gate only, proof of age required.) Students, with a valid Student ID, can also get $10 off at the gate.
Hit Highway 67 north of Highway 23 near Elkhart Lake to find Road America – social distancing and mask safety is required – especially with the mask mandate now – but it’s relatively easy to socially distance and still enjoy everything on these grounds. Under the guidance of public health officials, medical experts and local, state and federal authorities, all guests will be screened in their vehicles with contactless temperature checks before entering the facility, and only essential racing personnel will have access to the World Challenge garage area. A PPE kit that includes a face mask, as well as hand sanitizer, will be provided to each guest upon arrival to the track.
World Challenge Address:
Road America
N7390 Highway 67
Elkhart Lake, WI 53073
(800) 365-7223
Website

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Junction 45 Music Festival
2020-08-22 16:30 - 22:30 | Washington County Fair Park, 3000 Highway PV, West Bend, WI, 53095, United States
It’s an unusual year, but we can still enjoy a fun music festival safely! That’s what happening with the Junction 45 Music Festival on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at Washington County Fair Park just south of West Bend. Great music from bands like Battery, Nightrain, and Hairball, which rocks the “hair band” music of the 80s! Plus, we love that they named themselves after Highway 45, the main north-south U.S. highway through the West Bend area.
Gates open at 3:30pm. Nightrain plays at 4:30, Battery at 6:30, and Hairball at 8:30. Tickets range from $15 for general admission lawn seats to $25 for a reserved section. You can get tickets the day of the event by entering at Gate 8. They will have food and beverages available for sale; no carry-ins.
You can buy tickets here!
Junction 45 Music Festival Address:
Washington County Fair Park
3000 County Highway PV
West Bend, WI 53095
(262) 677-5060
Website

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12 Hours of Road America Run Ride Duathlon
2020-08-22 - 2020-08-23 | Road America, N7390 Highway 67, Elkhart Lake, WI, 53073, United States
12 Hours of Road America is an EPIC bike and run racing event that happens Saturday and Sunday, August 22-23, 2020. The legendary Road America race track in Elkhart Lake provides riders and runners the opportunity to race on the same pavement that has made history in auto racing since the 1950s. The racing happens overnight on the partially illuminated track and roads around the track to offer over 4 miles of twists, turns, and hills, making this a one-of-a-kind racing experience that welcomes all levels.
The paddock area for 12 Hours of Road America invites athletes and spectators to listen to live music, enjoy the beer garden, visit food trucks, enjoy a midnight pizza party, pancake breakfast and evening movies in victory lane.
All this fun, while enabling myTEAM TRIUMPH to continue their mission of building more inclusive communities and allowing athletes with disabilities to compete in races around the country. Registration closes Friday, August 21st; riders and runners are expected to have raised $500 in pledges by race day, and Road America offers some fundraising incentives, too! You can get a 10% discount when you register with the code LETSRIDE.
Road America, which has quite a few events yet to host during the 2020 season, is right along Highway 67 about five miles north of Plymouth and Highway 23, on the southern edge of Elkhart Lake. Highway 57 also brings you close, just angle west near Johnsonville (yes, that Johnsonville, where the bratwurst company is headquartered!)
12 Hours of Road America Run Ride Duathlon Address:
Road America
N7390 Highway 67
Elkhart Lake, WI 53073
(800) 365-7223
Website

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Cheese Capital Wine Walk, Plymouth
2020-08-21 | Downtown Plymouth
Plymouth is the Cheese Capital of the World, so it makes sense a wine walk would take on the name, too. The Cheese Capital Wine Walk takes place Friday, August 21st!
Of course, 2020 being 2020, the Cheese Capital Wine Walk will be different this year, with some needed rules in place including a) mask-wearing when not sampling wine; b) socially distancing your wine group from others; and c) use the hand sanitizer that will be made available at each location.
Now, for the fun stuff:
16 Downtown Plymouth businesses will be turned into Wine Tasting rooms. Ticketed participants will be able to go into each one and get a different taste of wine. Cheese samples and other snacks complement the wines. Live music will be at multiple stops.
You can get tickets by stopping in the Plymouth Chamber office at 647 Walton Drive (near where Highways 23 and 57 come together) Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm, or call them at 920-893-0079. Tickets are $30; you can pay by phone and have your tickets mailed ($1 extra) or pick them up at will call. Tickets must be purchased in advance!
Get to Plymouth via Highways 23, 57, or 67 to enjoy a nice evening out in Plymouth, the Cheese Capital of the World. Enjoy the murals downtown along Mill Street and nearby areas, and be sure to visit the Dairy Heritage Center, Plymouth Brewing Company, and more!
Cheese Capital Wine Walk Address:
Downtown Plymouth (Mill Street area, County C between Highways 57 and 67, south of Highway 23)
Plymouth, WI
(920) 893-0079
Website

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Sawyer County Agricultural Fair
2020-08-13 - 2020-08-16 | Sawyer County Fairgrounds, 14655 County Highway B, Hayward, WI, 54843, United States
It’s happening in 2020! The Sawyer County Fair runs August 13th through the 16th.
Of course with the way this year is, major safety precautions will be in place. But you can still check out exhibits, animal judging, watermelon bowling, veggie races, a Dilly Bar eating contest, the Pedal Power Tractor Pull, cranberry flicking, and on Sunday, the Dirt Dash & Demo Derby.

Here’s the full schedule, by day.
Major evening events include:

Chris Kroeze performing on Friday night, August 14th! $10 tickets will be sold in pairs to help ensure social distancing.
CBRA Bulls & Barrels Saturday night, with the Chad Edwards Band performing afterwards.
Sunday afternoon (1pm) features the Dirt Dash & Demo Derby.

Sawyer County Agricultural Fair Admissions:
Daily Pass(6 & up) – $10
Season Pass(6 & up) – $25
Age 5 & under – Free
Senior Citizens Daily Pass(65+) – $5
Senior Citizen Season Pass – $15
Sawyer County Fair Address:
Sawyer County Fairgrounds
14655 County Highway B
Hayward, WI 54843
(715) 296-9000
Website

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SEWERFest
2020-08-02 09:00 - 15:00 | Fountain Banquet Hall, 8505 Durand Avenue, Sturtevant, WI, 53177, United States
Interesting name, even more interesting event! SEWERfest actually stands for South East Wisconsin Exotic Reptiles, and SEWERfest features dealers and exhibits of captive-bred reptiles in Wisconsin’s largest reptile show.
In this unusual year, SEWERfest is taking place Sunday, August 2nd from 9am – 3pm and Sunday, November 8th from 10am – 3pm at Fountain Banquet Hall. The Hall is right along Highway 11/Durand Avenue, just east of I-41/94 in Sturtevant, just west of Racine in Racine County. SEWERFest includes a wide variety of diverse captive bred animals and lets you meet quality breeders across Wisconsin, the Midwest, and all over the United States.
“Animal House” Pets & Supplies will be there with over 60 terrariums and over 100 animals to see. They’ll also have Exo Terra terrariums and Zilla Front openings of every size, Zilla Top Openings in five popular sizes, Zoo med paladariums in both sizes, as well as Zilla vertical decor, Zilla spring caves, Driftwood, Cholla wood, Jungle wood, Bamboo, Waterfalls, and more.
Check out the Captive Bred Specialties booth, where you can get a free raffle ticket with ANY purchase as you check out 10 tables of reptiles, feeders, and supplies with great discounts up to 60% off retail. exoterra terrariums, crickets, goliathworms, mealworms, and waxworms, and CB baby Red Tegus, Sudanese Uromastyx (U.Ocellata), Redfoot Tortoises, Hermann Tortoises, Elongated Tortoises, Sulcatta Tortoises, Bearded Dragon Morphs, and Adult Bearded Dragons including a Yellow Ackie Dwarf Monitor (Adult Male), Red tail boa morphs, Monkey tail skinks, Green Tree Pythons, Ambilobe Panther Chameleons, Ball python Morphs, Baby PAC-Man frog Morphs, Driftwood/Corkbark, Wildlife Photography, and more.
SEWERfest is a great opportunity to see & learn about animals that you rarely see in zoos or museums; it can be a fun, learning experience for the whole family. Fountain Banquet Hall has a number of amenities including – in true Wisconsin style – a bar.
Admission pricing is dynamic, based on the time you arrive. They have it as follows:
9-10am Adults:$10, 12 and under:$5
10am-Noon Adults:$8, 12 and under:$2
Noon-3pm Adults:$5, 12 and under:$1
SEWERFest Address:
Fountain Banquet Hall
8505 Durand Avenue (Highway 11)
Sturtevant, WI 53177
(262) 994-4547
Website

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Rev Group Grand Prix Doubleheader at Road America
2020-07-09 - 2020-07-12 | Road America, N7390 Highway 67, Elkhart Lake, WI, 53073, United States
The NTT IndyCar Series takes center stage as an international lineup of drivers will have their chance to battle it out for glory on one of the world’s most majestic road courses during the REV Group Grand Prix presented by American Medical Response Doubleheader Weekend.
The weekend schedule will also be bolstered by Indy Pro 2000, and USF 2000 races which help develop the stars of tomorrow with many drivers on the NTT IndyCar Series grid as graduates.
Road America has also added Vintage Indy to the schedule. During the event, several historic open-wheel race cars will traverse the 4.048-mile road course in multiple sessions demonstrating the cars on-track, sandwiched between breaks where spectators can visit a designated paddock area to see the machines up close and personal.
On Saturday, July 11, there will be a 30-minute session for Vintage Indy from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. – followed by another 30-min session from 2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. On Sunday, July 12, Vintage Indy sessions are slated to run from 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and then from 2:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Corvette enthusiasts will have the rare opportunity to join in on the action during two exclusive ‘Corvette Only’ touring sessions. Corvette touring passes are only $20 and numbers for Corvette touring are limited to only 100 cars. Corvette touring passes must be purchased online in advance. Event admission is also required to participate in Corvette touring.
All active-duty first responders will receive FREE entry to the REV Group Grand Prix presented by American Medical Response weekend. First responders, including law enforcement, fire, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians, will be admitted free of charge by showing valid identification indicating active service in the form of a department-issued ID, badge, copies of certifications or an active roster copy from their department on department letterhead. FREE admission must be redeemed at the gate and is only valid during the event weekend.
Under the guidance of public health officials, medical experts and local, state and federal authorities, INDYCAR and Road America will observe safe social distancing practices and provide enhanced hygiene and safety precautions for all fans attending the event.
All guests will be screened in their vehicles with contactless temperature checks before entering the parking areas, and only essential racing personnel will have access to the INDYCAR garage area. A PPE kit that includes a face mask, as well as hand sanitizer, will be provided to each guest upon arrival to the track.
You’ll find the legendary Road America track along Highway 67 a few miles north of Highway 23 on the south side of Elkhart Lake. Highway 57 brings you close, too!

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Madison Craft Beer Week
2020-04-24 - 2020-05-03 | Madison, Madison, WI, 53701, United States
Madison Craft Beer Week promotes Madison’s thriving craft beer culture, enhancing beer knowledge and appreciation by sponsoring a ten-day countywide festival that attracts beer tourism, fosters knowledge of our regional brewing heritage, and serves as a showcase for the Madison area’s breweries, restaurants, pubs, caterers, retailers, entertainers, and other businesses with ties to the craft beer community.
Madison Craft Beer Week features a wide variety of events highlighting Dane County’s vibrant craft beer culture. MCBW features beer dinners, festivals, rare bottle tastings, cheese pairings, brewery tours, classes, movies, and more – there is truly something for everyone, from novices to connoisseurs. Craft beer week activities may include:

Brewery parties/meet the brewer events
Beer dinners
Beer education/classes
Cheese & beer/sausage & beer/chocolate & beer pairings
Beer vs. wine night (e.g., beer vs. wine with cheese pairing)
Real ale/Bourbon barrel aged/barleywine festivals
Homebrewing demonstrations/education
Pub crawls/beer crawls
Bike tours
Beer cook off
Rare beer night
Great Taste of the Midwest ticket sales

Check madcraftbeerweek.com for updates. This year, it runs April 24 – May 3, 2020!

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Wisconsin Sport Show, Eau Claire
2020-03-20 16:00 - 2020-03-22 16:00 | Chippewa Valley Expo Center at Old Mill Plaza, 5150 Menard Drive, Eau Claire, WI, 54703, United States
The 2020 Wisconsin Sport Show Presented by the Eau Claire Leader Telegram will be held March 20th-22nd at the Chippewa Valley Expo Center at Old Mill Plaza on the west side of Eau Claire.
The 11th Annual Wisconsin Sport Show will feature:

Over 150 Exhibits
Thousands of Dollars in Door Prizes
Hunting and Fishing Seminars
FREE Parking
Concessions and Busch Light Beer Garden
Boats, Pontoons, Docks & Lifts
ATVs, and Outdoor Vehicles
Over 5,000 square feet of retail vendors and new product displays
DOGS! Kennels, trainers, products & rescue organizations
Fishing and Hunting Retailers
Outdoor buildings, equipment, and hunting land specialists
Canadian and US Hunting Guides & Outfitters
Charter Fishing Companies
Petting Zoo
Caricatures available from Art by Jason Anhorn
Fun for the whole family!
Kids can meet and greet Bucky, the mascot!
Live chainsaw carving demonstrations

Tickets are available for $7.00 in advance, $10.00 at the door. Children 11 and under are free.
Advanced, discount tickets are available at Festival Foods and at the Eau Claire and Rice Lake Menards stores.
Freedom Friday: All retired and active-duty military members get in FRIDAY for just $5. ID/proof of service may be required.
Senior Sunday: All individuals 62 years of age and older get in SUNDAY only for just $5. ID/proof of age may be required.
Wisconsin Sport Show Address:
Chippewa Valley Expo Center
5150 Old Mill Plaza Drive
Eau Claire, WI 54703
(715) 579-7127
Website
Hours:
Friday 3pm – 8pm
Saturday 9am – 6pm
Sunday 9am – 4pm
Check the Wisconsin Sport Show website for additional details. You’ll find the Chippewa Valley Expo Center just off U.S. 12/Clairmont Drive and Highway 312, right by I-94 at Exit 59. U.S. 53 and Highways 37, 93, and 124 also bring you to Eau Claire.

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WBAY Home & Garden Show
2020-02-28 - 2020-03-01 | Lambeau Field, 1265 Lombardi Avenue, Green Bay, WI, 54304, United States
The WBAY Home & Garden Show is northeastern Wisconsin’s largest home & garden show. With its new location inside the Lambeau Field Atrium, you have one stop shopping to meet with professionals in all areas of home building, remodeling, landscaping, interior design, pools & spas, bedding & bath and much more. This large exhibit space is filled with the area’s best professionals to complete your home and garden projects no matter how large or how small. Check out presentations with Melinda Myers and many others who will help you with ideas, resources, and more. Save time and money by shopping for all your home improvement needs in one convenient location. Understand how affordable it is to improve your home while visiting with local and regional experts covering every topic on your “to do” list!
The WBAY Home & Garden Show runs Friday, February 28th – Sunday, March 1st at the Lambeau Field Atrium in Green Bay. Check out all the cool stuff around the Titletown District while you’re at it! I-41, U.S. 141, and Highways 29, 32, 54, 57, and 172 all bring you to Green Bay.
Hours:
Friday, 2pm-8pm
Saturday, 10am-7pm
Sunday, 10am-4pm
Admission:
Adults $9
Seniors (over 62) $8
Children 17 & Under: Free
Weekend Pass: $15
Parking $6
WBAY Home & Garden Show Address:
Lambeau Field Atrium
1265 Lombardi Avenue
Green Bay, WI 54304
(920) 494-3401
Website
Check out some schedule highlights below!

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World of Wheels
2020-02-21 15:00 - 2020-02-23 18:00 | Wisconsin State Fair Expo Center, 640 S. 84th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
The 58th annual O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels is back at State Fair Park’s Expo Center Friday, February 21st through Sunday, February 23rd! It’s Milwaukee’s largest indoor custom car show, featuring America’s finest Hot Rods, Customs, Trucks, and Motorcycles. The Motorcycle Show is sponsored by the House of Harley-Davidson in Milwaukee and Racine while Hop Up presents Traditional Rods, Customs, and Motorcycles. On the World of Wheels Celebrity Stage, you can meet Danny Koker & Kevin Mack from Counts Kustoms Friday night starting at 7pm; Marvel Superhero Spider-man Saturday 1pm – 5pm; Dave Kindig Saturday from noon – 3pm; and Steve Darnell from Discover Channel’s Welder Up Sunday from noon – 3pm!
There’s a Pin-up Girl Contest Saturday at 7:30 pm and the Pinstripe Legends Charity Auction benefiting Children’s Hospital Friday night at 6:30, Saturday at 3pm, and 6:30pm, and on Sunday at noon and 3pm.
World of Wheels Ticket Prices:
General Admission: $18
Children 6-12: $6
Children 5 and Under: FREE
Discount tickets are available at participating O’Reilly Auto Parts, where General Admission is $16 and Children 6-12 are $5.
World of Wheels Hours:
Friday, February 21st: 3 pm – 10 pm
Saturday, February 22nd: 10 am – 10 pm
Sunday, February 23rd: 10 am – 6pm
World of Wheels Address:
Wisconsin State Fair Park Expo Center
640 S. 84th Street (corner of Highways 59 & 181)
West Allis, WI 53214
(248) 373-1700
Website

Sky Circus on Ice
2020-02-14 - 2020-02-16 | Lakelawn Resort, 2400 E. Geneva Street, Delavan, WI, 53115, United States
Hit the Lakelawn Resort on Delavan Lake for free winter thrills during the 7th Annual Sky Circus on Ice February 14-16, 2020! This three-day spectacle will feature exciting airborne performances by professional kite teams from across North America, plus snow sculpting and ice carving by top regional artists. Kite making workshops and a mix of outdoor activities and games for all ages will round out the fun.
Check out the grand launches scheduled for 11 am both Saturday and Sunday as over 400 kites take flight. Between their synchronized kite performances, experts will provide flying instruction and handy tips to attendees as they harness winter winds with their own kites out on the frozen lake. Activities and displays spread throughout downtown Delavan will also take place.
See the rest of the Schedule of Events below!
You can get to Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan via Highway 50 and 67, just south of I-43. Parking is available at Lake Lawn Resort, at the Lake Lawn Airport, and Downtown Delavan. A complimentary trolley runs Saturday and Sunday between Lake Lawn Resort and the following locations from 9:30am – 5:30pm: Lake Lawn Resort, the Super 8, Downtown Delavan, and the Comfort Suites.
Sky Circus on Ice Address:
Lake Lawn Resort
2400 E. Geneva Street (along Highway 50)
Delavan, WI 53115
(800) 338-5253
Website

Sky Circus on Ice Schedule of Events:
Friday February 14 – Sunday February 16
Snow Sculptures & Ice Carvings @ Lake Lawn Resort and Downtown
Friday – Sunday with final judging to take place on Sunday at 5:00pm
Snow Carving class led by professional carvers @ Lake Lawn Resort
Saturday and Sunday from 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Blizzard Run Snow Slide along Lakefront at Lake Lawn Resort
Friday – Sunday from 10:00am – 4:00pm
Kite-Making Workshop for All Ages in Lake Lawn Room at Lake Lawn Resort
Saturday and Sunday beginning at 10:00am – 4:00pm ongoing for fee of $4.00 per person
Aerial Candy Drop Sponsored by Andes Candies
Saturday and Sunday afternoon during performances
Outdoor Kite Activities Saturday & Sunday at Lake Lawn Resort
Team warm-ups begin at 10:00am
Flying lessons begin at 11:00am and throughout the day
Opening ceremonies begin at 11:30am
Grand Kite Launch Sponsored by Gift of Wings Saturday and Sunday at 12:00pm
Outdoor team performances from 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Kids Mad Dash Sponsored by Lake Geneva Country Meats – First 100 kids to sign up and participate will receive free kites! Lakeside at approximately 2:30pm
Indoor Kite Performances at Lake Lawn Resort
Multiple daily performances by Connor Doran from NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” in our Great Room. Shows last approximately 45-50 minutes, and begin at:
Friday – 8:00pm, Saturday – 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 4:00pm, Sunday 12:30pm, 1:30pm
Windowed hallways along the lakefront inside the resort provide ample views of the performances. Refreshments and beverages will be available.
Overnight packages will be available.
PARKING:
There will be parking available at Lake Lawn Resort, at the Lake Lawn Airport, and Downtown Delavan.
There will be a complimentary trolley running Saturday and Sunday between Lake Lawn Resort and the following locations from 9:30am – 5:30pm:
 Lake Lawn Resort
 Super 8
 Downtown Delavan
 Comfort Suites

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Racine Zoo Lantern Festival
2020-01-24 - 2020-02-09 | Racine Zoo, 2131 N. Main Street, Racine, WI, 53402, United States
The Lantern Festival at the Racine Zoo is a spectacular nighttime event, covering the zoo with incredible works of art! From tigers, lions, pandas, exotic flora, and a colossal dragon, Racine Zoo will be transformed into a world of illumination with custom-made lanterns. To top it off, an array of food and drink options will make the Lantern Festival a truly unforgettable event.
The Racine Zoo Lantern Festival continues in 2020 to run on weekends through February 9th.
Lantern Festival Hours:
Fridays – Sundays: 5pm – 8pm (Last entry 8pm. Zoo closes at 9pm.)
Ticket Prices: $5!!
Kids 2 and under are admitted free.
**Children 15 and younger need to be accompanied by a paying adult**. Also, note a $2.50 processing fee may be added if you pay with a credit card at the gate. But still, that’s a great deal!
Racine Zoo Lantern Festival Address:
Racine Zoo
2131 N. Main Street
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 636-9291
Website

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Hot Chocolate Fest, Burlington
2020-01-17 17:00 - 2020-01-19 16:00 | Echo Park, 589 Milwaukee Avenue, Burlington, WI, 53105, United States
Burlington is “Chocolate City USA,” so it makes sense for them to have Hot Chocolate Fest in winter, right? This year, Hot Chocolate Fest runs Friday, January 17th through Sunday, January 19th.
The fest includes Pond Hockey and Broom Ball Tournaments on Echo Lake (weather permitting), the Cabin Fever 5K through downtown Burlington, campfire storytelling, a Red Chili contest with area restaurants competing, of course… a “Who has the best hot chocolate??” Contest.
Here’s the schedule Hot Chocolate Fest:
Friday- All at The Veteran’s Terrace
5pm – 9pm Open Skate
6:30pm – 8pm Un-Hich’d (Pop/Country/Rock Duo)
8:30pm – 11pm NEW Piano Guys DUELING PIANOS
Saturday-
10am – Free Family Movie- The Plaza
10am – 9pm Open Skate/Broomball/Bonfires/Smores at Vets
10am – 1pm Hot Chocolate Walk/Tasting Downtown
10am – Noon Snowman Decorating Contest at Vets
10am – 4pm Artisan Market at Mercantile Hall
1pm – 4pm Chili Walk/Tasting Downtown
6:30pm – 8pm Astro Blues Band (Classic Rock and Blues Band) at Vets
8pm – 11pm LUNCH MONEY BULLIES at Vets
Sunday-
7:30 Registration opens for Cabin Fever 5K at Vets
8 – 11am – Pancake Breakfast at the Veterans Terrace -Tickets $10 each. Proceeds will benefit both Driven Students and the new Santa Chalet.
9:00am Cabin Fever 5k begins at Veterans Terrace
Downtown Burlington has a lot of great places to check out, from the Yo-Yo Museum to Fred’s (famous for their burgers), and more. Follow Highways 11, 36, 83, or 142 – they’ll all bring you to Chocolate City USA and Hot Chocolate Fest.
Hot Chocolate Fest Address:
Echo Park
589 Milwaukee Avenue
Burlington, WI 53105
(262) 763-6044
Website

A sweeping game of pond hockey at last year’s Hot Chocolate Fest in Burlington. (Photo courtesy of the Racine Journal Times.)
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Bald Eagle Watching Days
2020-01-17 - 2020-01-18 | River Arts Center, 105 9th Street, Prairie du Sac, WI, 53578, United States
Prairie du Sac and Sauk City, collectively known as Sauk Prairie, is the home of Bald Eagle Watching Days along the Wisconsin River. Bald eagles naturally flock to Prairie du Sac every winter to fish the river’s open waters. Check out Birds of Prey shows, an eagle release, guided bus tours, Native American legends, aerial antics, and family activities at this free, family-friendly event Friday, January 17th and Saturday, January 18th.
For winter survival, eagles need open water for fishing, undeveloped shoreline with large trees for perching, and sheltered valleys for night-time roosting. Eagle watching is best during the morning when the birds are most active fishing and are frequently seen perching in trees along the river. Spotting scopes are available for your use at Ferry Bluff Eagle Council’s Overlook in Prairie du Sac.
Marge from REGIS (the Raptor Education Group Inc.) will be releasing up to 3 eagles, including one “magnificent” adult, starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 19, 2019. Eagle release is held at VFW Park in Prairie du Sac.
Check out this video about the event from last year:
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Prairie du Sac and neighboring Sauk City are often combined to be called “Sauk Prairie.” These two towns not only birthed Culver’s restaurants and host bald eagles in winter, they have a variety of great shops, galleries, restaurants, bars, and more. Vintage Brewing recently opened a satellite brewery in Sauk City and the riverfront views are fantastic across both towns. Highways 60 and 78 run through the heart of each downtown, while U.S. 12 provides high-speed access on the west side to Madison and Wisconsin Dells. Highway 188, on the other side of the river, offers access to the Wollersheim Winery & Distillery. You can truly make this an awesome road trip day or weekend!
Address for Bald Eagle Watching Days:
River Arts Center
105 9th Street (Highways 60/78)
Prairie du Sac, WI 53578
Website

51st Annual Wonderful World of Weddings
2020-01-04 10:00 - 2020-01-05 16:00 | Wisconsin State Fair Exposition Center, 8200 W. Greenfield Avenue, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Plan your dream wedding with guidance from the nearly 200 exhibitors at this year’s Wonderful World of Weddings in the Expo Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park. See the latest trends in wedding gowns, tuxedos, photographers, florists, music, and more. Sample wedding cakes and food tastings from local restaurants and catering companies! They’ve been hosting the Wonderful World of Weddings for over 50 years and are known as Wisconsin’s oldest, largest, and most prestigious wedding event. You won’t want to miss it! You know, if you like weddings or are planning on being in one…
The events takes place at Wisconsin State Fair Park’s Exposition Hall on the corner of Highways 59 and 181 (84th & Greenfield) in West Allis, just south of I-94 and U.S. 18.
Hours:
Saturday, January 4: 10am – 4pm
Sunday, January 5: 10am – 4pm
Admission:
Adult (13 and over): $12.00 ($8 in advance HERE)
Children (12 and under): FREE
Senior: $10.00
Military: $10.00
Advanced tickets are available to purchase online only.
For more information prior to the show, check out their website or call 262-719-8890 or 414-727-8862.
Wonderful World of Weddings Address:
Wisconsin State Fair Park Expo Center – Hall C
8200 W. Greenfield Avenue (Highway 59 at 181)
West Allis, WI 53214
(262) 719-8890
Website

A Pinecrest Christmas
2019-12-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Pinecrest Historical Village, 800 Pinecrest Road, Manitowoc, WI, 54220, United States
A Pinecrest Christmas brings holiday cheer to Pinecrest Historical Village, a beautiful and attractive 19th century village featuring actual historic – and generally relocated – original Manitowoc County buildings. A Pinecrest Christmas takes place Saturday, December 14th with a ton of events.
Help decorate the tree with the Sorenson family and participate in their holiday traditions. Head on over to the Print Shop to learn the art of printing while making your own holiday cards! In the Two Creeks Town Hall, enjoy decorating Christmas cookies and sipping hot cider during breaks from dancing to live music. While the kids visit Santa in the decorated Visitor Center, adults can shop for unique gifts in the Museum Store. Pinecrest Village is the perfect place to enjoy the simple traditions of the holiday season!
Kids can enlist in the American Junior Red Cross, print their own postcard, view the latest camera technology, and more! Check out the historic buildings too, from an original bank, tavern, and schoolhouse to a town hall – all originals from around Manitowoc County.
Pinecrest Historical Village will be trimmed for the holidays, and wood-fired stoves will beckon with the promise of warmth and good cheer. Be sure to meet their 20th-century Santa and his reindeer for your one-of-a-kind holiday photo from noon to 2 p.m.
Timed Performances for A Pinecrest Christmas, at Niles Church:
Lincoln Singers, Noon – 12:30 pm
Mishicot Soundwave, 1pm – 2pm
Baked goods, hot cider, and hot chocolate will be for sale, in support of youth education programs. The Museum Store will offer historically themed gifts for all ages.

Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children age 5 to 17, under age 5 is free
To get to Pinecrest Historical Village, follow County JJ west from I-43 and U.S. 10/Highway 42 (Waldo Drive) about six miles. Or follow County S to JJ north from US 151 just east of Valders. And of course, there’s plenty to explore in Manitowoc and Two Rivers, and throughout Manitowoc County any time of year!
Address for A Pinecrest Christmas:
Pinecrest Historical Village
924 Pinecrest Lane
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 684-4445
Website

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Timm House Christmas
2019-12-06 13:00 - 2019-12-22 16:00 | Timm House, 1600 Wisconsin Avenue, New Holstein, WI, 53061, United States
The Timm House was built in 1873 as a Greek Revival “stick style” home for one of the founders of New Holstein, with an addition competed in 1892. This year’s Timm House Christmas offers a once in a lifetime chance to view a collection of “Oz” related items which have been collected by a local historic society member over a 45-year period. You won’t see this in Kansas, or anywhere else!
As in past Timm House Christmases, the first floor of the restored Victorian residence has undergone a holiday transformation. During the month of December each first floor room is decorated to depict an element of the famous children’s book series and hit 1939 movie that introduced us to the “Land of Oz.”
The 2019 tour theme is “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” celebrating the 80th anniversary of Robert Lewis May’s 1939 story which introduced Rudolph. 2019 is also the 70th anniversary of Gene Autry’s singing rendition of “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer” which was the #1 hit single record during the 1949 Christmas season.
The 2019 Timm House Christmas will feature all of the restored Victorian home’s downstairs rooms decorated with specific Rudolph artifacts and other Christmas decor related to the famous reindeer. Local musicians will also be on hand to play Christmas carols on the Timm family’s 1894 Steinway Box Grand piano. And, as always, there will be something tasty in the Timm House kitchen.
Dates for the self-guided Timm House Christmas tours continue on weekends in December: the 6th-8th, 13th-15th, and the 20th-22nd. Friday hours are 5 to 8 pm. Saturday and Sunday hours are from 11 am to 3 pm. Admission for ages 13 and over is $5.00, age six to 12 is $2.50 and five and under are admitted at no charge.
Admission for adults is $5, children 12 and under are $2.50.
The Timm House is located at 1600 Wisconsin Avenue in New Holstein along Highways 32 and 57. Tours are also available at other times, by appointment, through a call to (920) 898-5746.
A Timm House Christmas Address:
1600 Wisconsin Avenue
New Holstein, WI 53061
(920) 898-5746
Website

Note for outside of Christmastime: adjacent to the Timm House, the Pioneer Corner Museum is open on Saturday & Sunday, 1 – 4 pm from the first weekend in May through the final weekend of October. Admission is $7.00 for a single ticket to either the Timm House or Pioneer Corner Museum. A $10.00 combo ticket provides admission to both the TH and PCM. Admissions purchased with a combo ticket do not have to occur on the same day. Combo ticket for a child, 12 & under, is $5.00.
Special appointment tours are also available by calling (920) 898-5746.
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Lake Geneva Beer & Spirits Festival
2019-11-16 13:00 - 17:00 | The Ridge Hotel, W4240 Highway 50, Lake Geneva, WI, 53147, United States
The 10th Annual Lake Geneva Beer & Spirits Festival takes place Saturday, November 16, 2019 at the Ridge Hotel right along Highway 50! Located just west of downtown Lake Geneva and open to the public, the Lake Geneva Beer & Spirits Festival will feature over 35 craft breweries and distilleries with over 120 different beers, spirits, ciders, and malt beverages for sampling. There will also be sample specialty liquors and foods that pair well with beer, plus music and a photo booth.
The 35+ brewers and distillers come from Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, Utah, Kentucky, Michigan, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Missouri, Ohio, and more.

Tickets:
$60 Early Admission (get in at noon instead of 1pm, commemorative souvenir, three exclusive beer tastings not available after 1pm)
$45 General Admission (commemorative tasting glass, unlimited sampling of craft brewery and distillery offerings)
$15 Designated Driver Ticket (unlimited soda, access to festival amenities)
Lake Geneva Beer & Spirits Festival Address:
The Ridge Hotel
W4240 Highway 50
Lake Geneva, WI 53147
(262) 729-4471
Website

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Taste of the North - Food As Art
2019-11-14 18:00 - 22:00 | Heyde Center for the Arts, 3 S. High Street, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729, United States
Taste of the North is a wonderful culinary experience covering two floors of the beautiful Heyde Center for the Arts in Chippewa Falls, right near the city’s downtown, Duncan Creek, the Chippewa River, and great places to visit like Irvine Park, the Leinenkugel Brewery, the Cook-Rutledge Mansion, and more! It takes place Thursday evening, November 14th.
Enjoy incredible food, drink and the company of friends – or meet new ones! Many of the Chippewa Valley’s best culinary artisans come out to share their skills and talents all the while raising money for the Heyde Center at Taste of the North. The funds raised will contribute to the Heyde Center’s mission to bring high quality, affordable arts to the Chippewa Valley.

So, you can help the Heyde Center while you sample these exceptional products, learn from the experts, browse the art galleries, and listen to live music while socializing. Admission is a minimum donation of $30 per person.
You can easily reach Chippewa Falls, just a few minutes north of Eau Claire and I-94, via the U.S. 53 or Highway 29 expressways, or via Highways 124 or 178.
Taste of the North Address:
Heyde Center for the Arts
3 S. High Street
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-9000 office; (715) 720-4961 for tickets
Website

See below for a list of participants!

Committed artisans so far for Taste of the North include:

Bloomer Brewing
Bushel and a Peck
Inn on Lake Wissota
Karl’s BBQ Express
Leinenkugel’s
Let’s Get Pickled
Little Wissota Bakehouse
Live Great Food
Nolechek’s Meats
O’Neil Creek Winery
Premium Waters
Sweet Clarisse Catering

Still more artisans to be confirmed!
Check their website for additional updates as the event draws closer!
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Trainfest
2019-11-09 09:00 - 2019-11-10 17:00 | Exposition Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S. 84th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Trainfest is America’s largest operating model railroad show! Join over 20,000 families and check out over FIVE football fields’ worth of serious train fun, as Trainfest has expanded into the Cream Puff Pavilion at State Fair Park! Explore well over 75 highly creative scenic railroads. Kids from 5 to 99 can run the trains at many of them, part of more hands-on opportunities than ever before! Build a Memory in the expanded Kids’ Activity Zone filled with Free crafts, new make ‘n takes, the “Junior Engineer” program, and plenty of train-themed fun! Trainfest 2019 has grown considerably too, with additional space, more layouts, and more activities… especially for kids!

Thanks to Wm. K. Walthers Inc., traditional train layouts will receive a brand new perspective when children ages 5-14, display their personal creative train layouts in the new “Trainfest Builders” Kids Layout Section. Trainfest is collaborating with a number of educators and clubs to ensure the program supports, promotes, and culminates the benefits of a STEAM education. (The grouping of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math academic disciplines to enable children to apply classroom knowledge successfully through analysis and problem solving.)
All children ages 5-14 are invited to participate. Three categories of exhibiting are offered: layouts of toy trains themed by the child; a display of running railroads that incorporates elements of model building; or creation of a Module to spec. Find out more about Trainfest Builders here!
Hobbyists can attend a variety of clinics, there’s a photo contest, and opportunities to buy and see models, from locomotives to accessories.
Rounding out this spectacular show are model train manufacturers and retailers from coast-to-coast. Trainfest has something for everyone in its 230,000 square feet of display area. Discounted advanced tickets available online.

You’ll find Trainfest at the Exposition Center inside Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis. The Expo Center is right at the corner of Highway 59/Greenfield Avenue and Highway 181/84th Street. I-94, U.S. 18, I-41/U.S 45, and Highway 100 all bring you close!
Trainfest Address:
State Fair Park Expo Center
640 S. 84th Street (Highways 59 & 181)
West Allis, WI 53214
(262) 820-3566
Website

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Stockholm Women's Weekend
2019-11-01 - 2019-11-03 | Village of Stockholm, 2040 Spring Street, Stockholm, WI, 54769, United States
Stockholm Women’s Weekend offers a slew of fun events along Highway 35 in this lovely town along the Mississippi River November 1-3, 2019. It’s a great time to take a moment to slow down and recharge, treat yourself, connect with friends, shop locally handcrafted items, and meet the artists.
Check out Friday’s Happy Hour & Welcome at Gelly’s Too, 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Saturday is “Wine & Wander” throughout the village, focusing on the hours from noon until 5 pm. Enjoy progressive wine tastings with complimentary pairings at each stop.
Sunday, enjoy “Sunday Samplings,” including a Mimosa bar with pastries. Check out the mimosas at Stockholm Village Bistro from 9:00 am – 11:00 am. During Sunday afternoons, check out Pie Flights with wine, beer, and cider pairing​s at Stockholm Pie & General Store from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm (that’s a special ticketed event, by the way.)
Check out some of the specialty stores, too, for Stockholm Women’s Weekend:
SANDY’S CLOTHING AND ART
Check out not only complementary wine pairings at the unique boutique known as Sandy’s Clothing and Art, but explore the inside porch, which will be filled with Holiday Dressings all at 50% off!
HUGGA BUGGA
“Take a Break Station” Rest and relax from your busy day of shopping with coffee and a homemade treat.
HUMBLE MOON FOLKSTEAD (aka Antique Furniture)… AN EXPERIENCE
Owners Dan & Sarah created Humble Moon Folkstead with the idea in mind that they could live out their dreams in having a creative outlet and also to create an experience and inspiration for visitors. They have been customizing the property to suit their family needs so that the business can nurture and become part of their family lifestyle, not dominate their life. It is designed to have something of interest to men, women and children. It is a cozy casual environment where all are welcome to be themselves.
THE PURPLE TURTLE ARTISAN COLLECTIVE
Trunk show with local jeweler, CS King, who produces Earth-inspired, dark-roasted jewelry. Also, Beth Yelesky will be showcasing her skin and self care products.
THE PALATE
The Palate will feature appetizers along with wine pairings, along with recipes and more to complement what they have to offer in their charming store. They also offer cooking classes.
ABODE GALLERY
Trunk show with Robbin Firth from Heart Felt Silks. Extraordinary handcrafted fashion, and home decor in Eco dyed felted wool and silk. Scarves, runners, clothing and more.
STOCKHOLM PIE & GENERAL STORE
Check out, among their other excellent options, the FYRA: four flaky wedges of our world famous crust baked with cinnamon and sugar, topped with cardamon whipped cream, lingonberry sauce and local honey. Definitely tasty!
AND MUCH MORE!
Reach Stockholm via Highway 35, one of the most beautiful drives in the nation.
Stockholm Women’s Weekend Event Address:
2040 Spring Street
Stockholm, WI 54769
(715) 442-2266
Website
Facebook Page
You’ll find beautiful Stockholm right along the Great River Road, Highway 35, in Pepin County where the Mississippi River widens into Lake Pepin. Definitely enjoy the drive, one of the most beautiful in America.

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Villa Louis After Dark
2019-10-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Villa Louis, 521 N. Villa Louis Road, Prairie du Chien, WI, 53821, United States
Prairie du Chien is Wisconsin’s second oldest city, and history abounds. Home to Fort Crawford, the area became a prosperous trading center; it’s where Hercules Dousman built his mansion, Villa Louis. On Saturday, October 26th, Villa Louis After Dark will let you explore this history and get some spooky tales (and treats) just ahead of Halloween as you explore the grounds in this lamplight tour.
Picture this on the Saturday evening before Halloween: the sun sets west over the Mississippi River while the long shadows of autumn cross the lawns of Villa Louis, conjuring spirits of the 19th century. Where Villa Louis sits, on St. Feriole Island, plenty of spooky tales await. Costumed interpreters will hand out treats and spin spooky tales across the 26-acre site. The Villa Louis Visitor Center, easily identifiable since it sits on stilts, is where the tours begin and end. You can also enjoy a bonfire and S’mores (really, what’s a better fall treat than those??) This lamplight tour beckons visitors into close encounters with historic figures of long ago.
Villa Louis After Dark begins at 6pm on Saturday, October 26, and runs until 9pm. Tours will run continuously. Villa Louis itself has tours year ’round, as well as a number of events to celebrate history, seasons, and more. Tours offer a glimpse into the life of a historic house museum. Highlighting the care and upkeep of a unique object from the Dousman collection, tours include visits to the nooks and crannies of this historic and beautiful restored mansion. You can plan your visit anytime, starting here.
Prairie du Chien lies just north of where the Wisconsin River flows into the Mississippi in one of the most beautiful areas of Wisconsin. U.S. 18 and Highways 27, 35, and 60 all bring you there!
Villa Louis After Dark Address:
521 N. Villa Louis Road
Prairie du Chien, WI 53821
(608)
Website

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UFO Day
2019-10-26 | Library Park, 18 S. Vine Street, Belleville, WI, 53508, United States
Belleville, straddling Dane and Green Counties, is not only a pretty town but apparently a draw for UFOs. Numerous sightings were reported in and around town, particularly in the late 1980s. They celebrate these unidentified flying objects with UFO Day every year.
This year, the 33rd annual UFO Day takes place on Saturday, October 26th with a parade, a craft fair, a Fun Run, kids’ costume contest, games, and the Monster Costume Ball. And check out the Belleville UFO Day Beer Fest, which will feature over 20 breweries offering up over 80 craft beers to sample!
Belleville is in far southern Dane County, brushing the Green County line. Highways 69 and 92 give you access to the town, which features historic buildings in Library Park and beautiful topography in any direction before and after the UFO Day festivities! It’s about 20 minutes from Madison, south of Verona on Highway 69.
Belleville UFO Days & Beer Fest Address:
Library Park
18 S. Vine Street
Belleville, WI 53508
(608) 438-4412
Facebook Page
See the Schedule of Events below!

Belleville UFO Day Schedule of Events
7:30 to 11 :30 am: ATV club pancake breakfast at Schwoegler’s Sugar River Lanes
10 am: Color run/walk at Library Park, registration at Senior Center 9 am
9-3 pm: Craft Show at CH Hageman Gym, Intermediate School
11 am: Saucer Toss at The Dam Bar
1 pm: PARADE ON MAIN STREET. Grand Marshall St. Vincent in his restored 1932 Packard Limo
After Parade: Music by Ken Lonnquist at Library Park, sponsored by Belleville Public Library
2 pm: Belleville UFO Day Beer Fest, featuring over 80 craft beers for tasting from over 20 breweries
2-5 pm :Alien Glow and Bowl – $2 Games at Schwoegler’s Sugar River Lanes
3 pm: Howl at the Moon Dog Show at Library Park to benefit the Library. Includes a Costume Contest • Stupid Pet Tricks • Dog Races and a Dog/Owner Look-a-Like Contest
3-7 pm: Music at The Dam Bar
8 pm: Monster Costume Ball, with music at Schwoegler’s Sugar River Lanes
Coffee & hot chocolate by McFarland House Cafe Mobile at Library Park and other various non-profit food vendors such as the Dayton Dairylander’s famous cheese curds

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Fall Brew Weekend, Bayfield
2019-10-25 08:00 - 2019-10-26 17:00 | Old Rittenhouse Inn, 301 Rittenhouse Avenue, Bayfield, WI, 54814, United States
Need a reason to hit Bayfield this weekend? Perfect! The Fall Brew Weekend is happening at the Old Rittenhouse Inn in Bayfield October 25th & 26th.
This is where Old Rittenhouse Inn partners with South Shore Brewery to present a weekend of great regional beer and pub fare with a gourmet flair. Over the weekend you can celebrate the joy of fresh micro-brewed beers and delicious food. The schedule includes a beer tasting with appetizer buffet on Friday, an afternoon brewery tour and tasting on Saturday, and a 6-course dinner on Saturday night with craft brews selected to match each dish.
Bayfield is located along Highway 13 on the shores of Lake Superior, about 15 minutes north of U.S. 2. U.S. 63 brings you towards Bayfield from the Hayward, Spooner, and Twin Cities areas; U.S. 51 north through the North Woods sends you toward U.S. 2 for the connection to Bayfield, too. Enjoy Bayfield, nearby Madeline Island, and great brews and food at the Fall Brew Weekend!
Fall Brew Weekend Address:
Old Rittenhouse Inn
301 Rittenhouse Avenue
Bayfield, WI 54814
(715) 779-5111
Website
Read details about schedules and packages below!

Weekend events are included in our discount lodging package, but can also be booked a’ la carte.
A’LA CARTE: OCTOBER 25-26, 2019
Beer Tasting and Reception
Friday, October 25 from 7-9pm
Enjoy a variety of brews to sample, and a buffet of gourmet appetizers and desserts. Meet expert brewers from South Shore Brewery. Swap stories, and meet new friends in a fun, casual atmosphere. Taste hoppy beers, fest brews, dark beers, and a special surprise brew from SSB. This event is included in the weekend package, or available ala carte for $50/person, plus 20% gratuity and tax. This event is held at Le Chateau, located at 7 Rice Avenue, Bayfield WI.
Brewery Tour and Tasting
Saturday, October 26 (time TBD)
During Saturday’s brewery tour, journey to nearby Washburn for a visit to the South Shore Brewery, where you’ll sample their fine beers and take a guided tour. This event and transportation to the Brewery is included in the weekend package, or available ala carte for $60/person, plus 20% gratuity and tax.
Fall Brew Dinner
Saturday, October 26 from 6:30-8:30pm
Save room for Saturday evening’s 6-Course Fall Brew Dinner where each course is accompanied by a tasty brew selected to compliment the food. Includes appetizer, salad, sorbet, entree and dessert. This event is included in the weekend package, or available ala carte for $75/person. plus 20% gratuity and tax.

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Zombie Days, Washburn
2019-10-25 - 2019-10-26 | Downtown Washburn, 101 W. Bayfield Street, Washburn, WI, 54891, United States
Zombie Days takes place in the Bayfield County seat of Washburn, and on the last full weekend of October, the town officially gets taken over by Zombies! Come join the fun and mayhem, because there will be plenty to see and do. Activities include a haunted house, dance, parade and various Zombie performances that range from Zombie Zumba to belly dancing. There will also be a Zombie pub crawl at night. Most of the activities will take place on Saturday. There will also be contests including pumpkin carving contests, spooky yard contest, undead tread scavenger hunt, Lions’ Club kids carnival, bike obstacle course, Library chili feed, bake-off & the zombie ball.
To reach Washburn, just head up Highway 13 from U.S. 2 near Ashland. Washburn is the seat of Bayfield County and hugs Chequamegon Bay. It’s a beautiful drive!
Zombie Days Schedule:
Friday, October 25th:
Blood Drive: Give it up to Dracula. 1PM-5PM. Chamber office.
Carved Pumpkin Contest. 5PM. Drop off your pumpkin Wed.-Fri. at Washburn Hardware & Sport. Categories: cutest, funniest, scariest & most complex.
Saturday, October 26th:
Undead Tread: Amazing Race. 11AM-1PM. $20.00 fee. Start and end at Washburn Chamber office. Amazing Race-like, teams of 2-6. Dress up, cash prizes. No transportation of any kind to be used.
Cyclo-Corpse Maze 1:00PM Test your pedal, mettle through a maze of goriness. All ages & bikes welcome. Front lawn of the Bayfield Co. Courthouse: 117 E 5th St. Co-sponsored by North Coast Cycling Association.
Zombie Day Parade. 2PM. Goes down Washington Avenue. Register at Chamber. Zombie Days Parade Entry Form
Kid’s Carnival by the Lion’s Club. 2:30PM-4PM. Washburn High School.
Haunted Hallway. 2:30PM-4PM. Washburn High School Basement.
Family Fun, Halloween Style. 4PM-7PM at Harbor View Event Center.
Arts & Crafts. 4PM-6PM. Arts & Crafts w/ Betty Sitbon (sm. fee). Face painting w/ Markie Anderson (sm. fee). Cupcake Decorating w/Malorie Peterson & Sponsored by Hansen’s IGA.
Chili Feed & Fixins. 4PM. Sponsored by Friends of the Washburn Public Library. A fundraiser for necessary Brownstone restoration of the Library.
Halloween Treats Bake Off Judging. 4:30PM Community wide baked entries for Fall & Halloween wanted. Washburn Zombie Days Bakeoff Registration Form After the judging the treats will be for sale as a fundraiser for Homecoming 2020. Sponsored by Hansen’s IGA.
Kids Costume Contest. 5PM Categories: Best Group & Best Individual: Girl & Boy.
Kids Games. 6PM. Wrap the mummy, Cake Walk (Spons. by Hansen’s IGA), Bubble wrap, Freeze, Limbo, Musical Chairs.
Tim Burton Themed Ball & Masquerade. 7-10PM. Live music by NIGHTFLYER.
Haunted Mansion: Zombie Wedding. 7PM-9PM at the Cultural Center. Murder mystery theater meets escape rooms. Ages: PG 13-Adult. Limit: 30 people
Zombie Days Address in Washburn:
Various locations through town
Washburn, WI 54891
(715) 373-5017
Website

Click below for a larger schedule of everything happening at Zombie Days!

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