Wisconsin Farm Technology Days is one of the largest agricultural shows in the nation. Being Wisconsin’s premier outdoor farm show, this three-day event showcases the latest improvements in production agriculture, including many practical applications of recent research findings and technological developments.
This year, the 65th annual Farm Technology Days takes place at the Walter Grain Farms in Johnson Creek, right in Jefferson County. Follow the signs off I-94, Highways 19, 26, or 89, or County Highways B (the old historic Highway 30, once the main road between Madison and Milwaukee) or Q to get to the property.
The “Cheesehead Express” and Ag Career Day on Tuesday
Get on board the Cheesehead Express on Tuesday, July 23rd for a FREE trip to Ag Career Day!
Buses from 10 different locations in the state will will embark to Jefferson County for the 65th annual Wisconsin Farm Technology Days. 1,000 students, going into grades 7th – 12th are invited to attend and will receive: A free Ag Career Day t-shirt, free admission to the show, free transportation, a coupon for a free scoop of Culver’s fresh frozen custard. Each student will also be provided with a lanyard holding a cow ear tag with an RFID button on it to participate in the Interactive Career Scavenger Hunt powered by Allflex Livestock Intelligence, with great prizes at the end. Students can register here.
Wednesday Block Party featuring Charlie Berens
Wednesday’s Block Party features Charlie Berens, da Manitowoc Minute guy. A guest of Bank First, greet Charlie at 3:30pm and follow him as he tours Tent City. From the center of Tent City at Innovation Square, Charlie will enjoy a sampling event featuring beer from local Wisconsin breweries, such as Tyranena Brewing Company: Legendary Wisconsin Beer. In addition to beer, he will sample local wine from area vintners and our favorite Wisconsin foods!
Charlie takes the stage at 5:30 pm to help ‘celebrate, toast and roast…all-the-things-we-love-about-Wisconsin!’ Admission to Wisconsin Farm Technology Days to see Charlie is $5 at 3pm. This is a rain or shine event. All ages show. Sampling event requires separate purchase and I.D. for alcohol.
The Oldest County Fair in Wisconsin celebrates 177 years in 2019! The Waukesha County Fair celebrates the county’s heritage with barnyard animals, crafts, foods, farm displays—and, of course, the midway. There’s also a Classic Car Show Sunday from 3-9pm, a Fair Fun Run, Demolition Derby, Dacy Air Shows, Fairest of the Fair, Shark Encounter Shows and Hot Air Balloon shows, and more!
On the Main Stage (shows are free, but VIP opportunities are available), you can enjoy:
Thursday, July 18th: Aaron Lewis
Friday, July 19th: Vince Neil with special guest Firehouse
Saturday, July 20th: Muddfest featuring Puddle of Mudd, Saliva, Trapt, Saving Abel, and Tantric
Sunday, July 21st: Starship featuring Mickey Thomas
Admission
At the Gate (Cash Only):
Adult = $10.00
Youth (6-12 years) = $5.00
Children 5 and Under FREE
Daily Parking $5.00 (vehicle entry is subject to availability)
Free Motorcycle Parking courtesy of Hupy and Abraham S.C.
Admission Re-Entry Wristbands are available at Gate 2 or the Fair Office (located north of the Forum Marketplace). They are valid for re-entry to the Fair for same-day admission only and do not include parking.
Hours:
Wednesday, Noon – 10 pm
Thursday, 10 am – Midnight
Friday, 10 am – Midnight
Saturday, 10 am – Midnight
Sunday, 10 am – 9 pm
Waukesha County Fair Address:
2417 Silvernail Road
Pewaukee, WI 53072
(262) 544-5922 Website
You’ll find the fair at the Waukesha County Fairgrounds, just south of I-94 between Exits 293 (County T) and 294 (County F). Highways 16, 59, 164, and U.S. 18 all bring you here – or close.
Racine welcomes the only Pro Watercross Tour stop in Wisconsin this summer July 13-14!
Watercross is basically motocross on Personal Watercrafts (PWCs or jet skis) – but these athletes compete on an unpredictable liquid track, varying from oceans, lakes and rivers. Competitors challenge the notion of what’s possible, utilizing the most advanced equipment reaching speeds of over 85 mph against a full line of competitors to the extreme freestylist landing a double back-flip in surf. This sport is driven by their passion, creating a lifestyle that combines adrenaline and pure enjoyment of being on the water.
Each race begins with one of the most gut-wrenching experiences in motorsports the side-by-side gated start. Similar to horse racing, a watercross racing start features 20 riders exploding off the line, each thinking to themselves “I’m going to be the first one to that buoy.” Surviving the first-turn is just the beginning. Speed, technique and racing ability will all come into play over the next 20 minutes, as the riders begin to negotiate a series of left and right hand turns.
This exciting event is part of a national tour with stops in Panama City Beach and Pensacola Beach in Florida; Hartwell, GA; and the National Championship in Charleston, WV.
Round Three takes place on the waters of Lake Michigan at Racine’s nationally-recognized North Beach, with plenty of action in Closed Course, Freestyle, Freeride, and Hydrodrag Racing both Saturday, July 13th and Sunday, July 14th.
You can get to Racine’s North Beach via Highways 11, 20, 32, or 38 towards downtown. North Beach is (like its name implies) just north of downtown. It’s just 15 minutes or so off I-41/94.
2019 Pro Watercross Tour Racine Address:
North Beach
100 Kewaunee Street
Racine, WI 53403
(262) 884-6400 Website
Schedule for spectators for the 2019 Pro Watercross Tour in Racine:
Saturday, July 13
Team Faith Devotional Practice: 9:30 am
Racing: Following practice
Pro Show: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm (moto 1)
Post Pro Show: Amateur racing continues (motos 1&2)
Saturday Night Pit Party: 8:00 pm | TBA
Make sure you have your wristband on for entry into the “Saturday Night Pit Party”
Sunday, July 14
Amateur Racing: 9:15 am (moto 3)
Pro Show: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm (motos 1&2)
Post Racing: Awards
Start:
July 13, 2019
End:
July 14, 2019
Venue:
North Beach
Phone:
262-884-6400
Address:
100 Kewaunee Street, Racine, WI, 53403, United States
The 167th running of the Jefferson County Fair runs July 10-14, 2019! Enjoy everything from animal exhibits and tractor pulls to the carnival and midway, complemented with food, drinks, live music and more on the extensive Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Check out the Fairest of the Fair competition and the Midway Hop Stop, featuring specialty beers from across Wisconsin’s breweries.
For live music at the Grandstand, it’s the Roots & Boots 90’s Throwdown featuring Aaron Tippin, Collin Raye, and Sammy Kershaw Friday night the 12th and Walker Hayes with Drake White and the Big Fire Saturday night the 13th!
Gates open daily at 8am. Tickets are $10 daily for adults, Children under 5 are admitted free. On Sunday, July 14th, members of our Military are admitted free with valid ID. There are other specials here, too. Any day, the carnival rides begin at noon and run until close each night.
Get all the details at the Jefferson County Fair website. U.S. 18 and Highways 26 and 89 bring you to – or close to – the Fairgrounds!
Jefferson County Fair Address:
Jefferson County Fair Park
503 N. Jackson Avenue
Jefferson, WI 53549
(920) 674-7148 Website
Jefferson County Fair Schedule of Events
Wednesday, July 10 8:00 am – Junior Horse & Pony Show – Junior Horse and Pony Show
8:30 am – Junior Beef Show
9:00 am – Junior Rabbit Show, Open Plant Judging
10:30 am – County Tractor Pull
1:00 pm – Junior Sheep Show, Open Sheep Judging
7:00 pm – Badger State Tractor Pull
Thursday, July 11
8:00 am – Junior Horse & Pony Show, Junior Swine Show
8:30 am – Junior Poultry- Market Class, Eggs & Posters
9:00 am – Junior & Open Goat Show: Junior Goat Show, Junior Cat Show
10:00 am – Junior Demonstations & Speeches: Junior Music & Drama Performance – Music & Drama
2:00 pm – The Jimmy Hartwig Band
6:30 pm – Badger Truck Pull
9:00 pm – Open Goat Judging – Open Goat – Classes D&E
Friday, July 12
8:00 am – Junior Poultry-Breeding Stock and Showmanship
8:30 am – Junior Dairy Show
11:00 am – Draft Horse – Halter Show
5:30 pm – Open Draft Horse- Cart Show – Open Draft Horse- Hitch Show 7:00 pm – Roots & Boots 90’s Electric Throwdown featuring Aaron Tippin, Collin Raye, and Sammy Kershaw
Saturday, July 13
8:00 am – Junior Horse & Pony Show
1:00 pm – Garage Band Extravaganza! Youth Livestock & Dairy Auction
5:00 pm – Small Animal Sale
5:30 pm – Draft Horse – Hitch Show – Draft Horse – Cart Show 7:00 pm – Walker Hayes with Drake White and the Big Fire
Sunday, July 14
9:00 am – Junior Horse & Pony Show
10:00 am – Future Showmanship
12:00 pm – La Movida Day
2:00 pm – Demolition Derby: Master Showman Contest – Supreme Showman Contest
4:00 pm – Herdsmanship Award Presentation
Start:
July 10, 2019
End:
July 14, 2019
Venue:
Jefferson County Fair Park
Phone:
920-674-7148
Address:
503 N. Jackson Avenue, Jefferson, WI, 53549, United States
Manawa hosts their annual PRCA Midwestern Rodeo Thursday-Saturday July 4-6, 2019! Voted the Great Lakes Circuit “Best Medium Rodeo,” the Manawa Midwestern Rodeo attracts over 15,000 spectators to this town of 1,300 in Waupaca County.
All weekend, you can check out all the action of Bull and Bronc riding, Steer Wrestling, Team and Tie Down Roping and Women’s Barrel Racing. There’s also a pony ride, vendors, free dances after the evening rodeo performances, a Chicken BBQ, and at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday morning, the Stampede 5K/10K run/walk takes place. Followed is a huge rodeo parade at 10am Saturday.
Purchase tickets by calling 1-800-747-6336. They can be picked up at will call at the rodeo grounds ticket booth. Tickets can also be purchased at the rodeo. U.S. 45 and Highway 110 both bring you to Manawa. Yee-ha!
Check out the Schedule of Events below.
Manawa Midwestern Rodeo Address:
Manawa Rodeo Grounds
E5888 County Highway B
Manawa, WI 54949
(920) 596-2005 Website
Manawa Midwestern Rodeo Schedule of Events:
THURSDAY, JULY 4
6:00 PM Vendor and food stands open
Rodeo arena gates open
7:00 PM Pre-rodeo music
7:30 PM RODEO – Family Night**
Intermission – Rodeo City Riders Drill Team
10:00 PM FIREWORKS
Free dance – Live music – Austin Healey Band
FRIDAY, JULY 5
TBA 2020 Manawa Rodeo Queen Contest
6:00 PM Vendor and food stands open
Rodeo arena gates open
7:00 PM Pre-rodeo music
7:30 PM RODEO – Military Appreciation Night*
The Mid-Western Rodeo invites all Military members to attend this special performance. Members must present Military ID or American Legion Membership Card at time of ticket purchase and will receive a free seat in the reserved Military/Veteran Seating Area. Fans are encouraged to wear red, white and blue in support of the military, its veterans and their families.
Intermission – Rodeo City Riders Drill Team
10:00 PM Free dance – Live music – The 308’S
SATURDAY, JULY 6
7:30 AM Stampede Fun Run/ Walk at Lindsay Park
10:00 AM Rodeo parade – Downtown Manawa
11:30 AM Vendor and food stands open
Chicken BBQ, Sizzlin’ Sonny’s Rockin’ Roadshow
Rodeo arena gates open
1:30 PM Pre-rodeo music
2:00 PM RODEO – Family Day**
Intermission – Pink Ribbon Rebels
5:30 PM Sizzlin’ Sonny’s Rockin’ Roadshow
6:00 PM Rodeo arena gates open
7:00 PM Pre-rodeo music
7:30 PM RODEO – Tough Enough to Wear Pink*
Intermission – Pink Ribbon Rebels
10:00 PM Free dance – Live music – The Texxas Band
Start:
July 4, 2019 7:30 am
End:
July 6, 2019 10:00 pm
Venue:
Manawa Rodeo Grounds
Phone:
800-747-6336
Address:
E5888 County Highway B, Manawa, WI, 54949, United States
Madison’s Shake the Lake celebrates summer with music, great food and drinks, aerialists, a human cannonball, petting zoo, and more… all topped with a fantastic fireworks show over Lake Monona.
Live music includes headliners Hairball on the WIBA-FM Metro Family Rock Stage; the 96.3 STAR Country Stage features Lee Brice, Dylan Scott, and Dylan Schneider.
More entertainment line-ups will be announced soon, since it’s June already…
At dusk, Festival Foods presents the Shake the Lake fireworks display, which will take place over the lake but light up not only the water, but the shoreline, downtown, The Capitol, and more in one of the highest-rated fireworks displays in the Midwest.
Shake the Lake runs Saturday, June 29th along John Nolen Drive (U.S. 151) and the Lake Monona shoreline. It’s a quick drive from The Beltline (U.S. 12/14/18), and U.S. 51 or Highways 30 or 113 from the east side. While there, check out the beauty of the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Monona Terrace, a crown jewel on the Madison skyline and a key stop along the Frank Lloyd Wright Trail!
Admission is free; there’s also the optional iHeartRadio Rooftop Party, providing a GREAT view of the fireworks, food stands, bars, and more activities for a $17 admission fee.
Shake The Lake Address:
1 John Nolen Drive
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 246-4277 Website
Start:
June 29, 2019 5:00 pm
End:
June 29, 2019 11:00 pm
Venue:
Monona Terrace
Phone:
608-246-4277
Address:
1 John Nolen Drive, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
The Hoard Historical Museum and National Dairy Shrine in Fort Atkinson has its annual Dairy Day at the “MOOseum” Saturday, June 15th, 2019. It’s a celebration of all things dairy!
Learn about the dairy industry—both past and present—from the cow to the final products of cheese, yogurt, and milk. Booths featuring dairy-related businesses, groups, and dairy samples available throughout grounds and Museum.
Inga from PBS’ Around the Farm Table will be here to talk about dairy tourism and hold a cooking demonstration at 11:30 a.m.
This year’s Dairy Cook-off theme is grilled cheese sandwiches, and you can buy a grilled cheese sandwich from Jefferson County Agribusiness or a Root-breed float in honor of your favorite dairy breed for lunch!
Family friendly activities include as barn games, dairy trivia, and the Cow Parade, which gets “moooo-ving” at 1:30 pm.
In addition, the Hoard Historical Museum and the National Dairy Shrine Museum will be open for visitors from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
You’ll find both in Fort Atkinson along U.S. 12 and Highway 89; Highways 26 and 106 also bring you to Fort.
Dairy Day at the MOOseum Address:
401 Whitewater Avenue (U.S. 12 & Highway 89)
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7769 Website
Start:
June 15, 2019 11:00 am
End:
June 15, 2019 2:00 pm
Venue:
Hoard Historic Museum & National Dairy Shrine
Phone:
920-563-7769
Address:
401 Whitewater Avenue, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Racine’s award-winning North Beach hosts EVP Beach Volleyball once again on Saturday, June 15, 2019! EVP is calling this the “$3,000 Beach Sports Festival” as they seek to support beach volleyball events that engage families, fans, athletes, students, communities and sponsors in a great day at the beach. At each event, spectators will not only see elite athletes compete on the sand for top honors, they also have the chance to interact with the pros by participating in contests and promotions.
Real Racine officially presents the EVP Beach Sports Festival. The volleyball courts will be set up on North Beach, adjacent to the Oasis. All events are free to spectators. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Two-person men’s and women’s volleyball teams will compete in pro and amateur divisions.
The pro and amateur teams that finish in first and second place are awarded a big to compete in the 2019 EVP World Finals of Beach Volleyball Championship held at Hampton, VA in August.
Friday’s event schedule
8:30 a.m., juniors tournament begins (open to ages 8 through 18).
Saturday’s event schedule
8 a.m. pro matches begin
9 a.m. men’s and women’s amateur tournament begins
11 a.m. center court contest
2 p.m. juniors playoffs begin
4 to 6 p.m, amateur finals.
Sunday’s event schedule
9:30 a.m., co-ed 2s and juniors sign in
10 a.m., men’s pro finals
11 a.m., women’s pro finals.
The EVP® Beach Volleyball Tour’s primary aim is to support beach volleyball events that engage families, fans, athletes, students, communities and sponsors in a great day at the beach. At each event, spectators will not only see elite athletes compete on the sand for top honors, they also have the chance to interact with the pros by participating in contests and promotions at hosting venues.
Teams who finish 1st and 2nd are awarded a bid to compete in the 2019 EVP® World Finals of Beach Volleyball Championship in Hampton, VA at Paradise Ocean Club on: Friday, August 9 (Juniors 12U & 14U) Saturday, August 11 (Pro, Adult & 16U, 18U)
Racing is back at the legendary Milwaukee Mile on Father’s Day Weekend this year! The ARCA Racing Series is coming to the Mile Saturday, July 15th and Sunday, July 16th with Saturday practices and Street Drags and Sunday races including the Midwest Truck Series, Mid-Am models, Vintage Stocks, and ARCAMTs.
Sunday’s main races include the ARCAMT Last Chance for 15 laps; Midwest Trucks in a 20-lap race; Vintage Stock Cars will race 12-15 laps; Mid-Am Stock Cars will race 20 laps; and Vintage Indy Registry Cars for 20 laps. It all culminates at 1pm Sunday – Father’s Day – for the main event: the ARCAMT Fathers Day 100 featuring some of the nation’s top up-and-coming drivers!
Check out the detailed Schedule of Events further below!
ARCA Racing at the Historic Milwaukee Mile Address:
Wisconsin State Fair Park
640 S. 84th Street
West Allis, WI 53214
(217) 764-3200 Website
You’ll find the historic Milwaukee Mile right along Highway 59 (Greenfield Avenue) in West Allis, just east of Highway 181 (84th Street). I-94 is just to the north and I-41/894 is just to the west, giving you fast access to the park and track.
ARCA Races at the Mile Schedule of Events
Saturday, June 15th
11:00 AM 3:00 PM Rotating Practice – MidAm/Trucks, Vintage Cars, Vintage Indy, ARCAMT
5:00 PM Street Drag Pits Open
6:00 PM Trial Runs/Grudge Matches
7:00 PM Street Drag Brackets Begin
10:00 PM Approx Finish Of Street Drags
Sunday, June 16th
9:00 AM Gates Open
9:30 AM Rotating Practice Begins
9:30 AM 9:55 AM ARCAMT Practice
9:55 AM 10:10 AM Midwest Truck Practice
10:10 AM 10:30 AM ARCAMT Practice
10:30 AM 10:45 AM Mid-Am Practice
10:45 AM 10:55 AM Vintage Stock Practice
11:00 AM Qualifying Begins
ARCAMT (Single Car, 2 Laps)
Truck Group Qualifying (As Time Allows)
Mid Am Group Qualifying (As Time Allows)
12:15 PM 12:35 PM Vintage Indy Registry Laps
12:30 PM 1:00 PM Top 16 ARCAMT Autograph Session In Stands
12:50 PM Opening Ceremonies
12:57 PM Invocation/National Anthem 1:00 PM Racing Begins ARCAMT Last Chance (15 Laps) Midwest Trucks (20 Laps) Vintage Stock Cars (12/15 Laps) Mid-Am Stock Cars (20 Laps) Vintage Indy Registry Laps (20 Minutes)
Out Of Car Intros If Time Allows ARCAMT Fathers Day 100
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Start:
June 15, 2019
End:
June 16, 2019
Venue:
Wisconsin State Fair Park
Phone:
217-764-3200
Address:
640 S. 84th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Steel Bridge Songfest is the “Greatest Original Songwriters’ Festival in the Midwest.” Songwriters of national, regional, and local acclaim come together to write songs inspired by Sturgeon Bay’s Historic Steel Bridge. It consists of a four-day songwriting collaborative called the Construction Zone; their slogan is “Music so fresh it hasn’t been written yet!”
Founded in 2005 by musician Pat MacDonald (of Timbuk3 fame) and his sister, Steel Bridge Songfest began as part of a grass-roots campaign to restore the historic “Steel Bridge” – the original route of Highways 42 and 57 as they crossed Sturgeon Bay. 2019 marks a renewed direction for Steel Bridge Songfest. The non-profit they operate is becoming the Steel Bridge Creative Foundation, and previous events like the pub crawl and the outdoor festival are being suspended for this year while they renew their focus on the music. As they noted:
“While the pub crawl has been an annual shot in the arm for the bar scene, and the outdoor festivals provide some good clean fun for the community, our strongest supporters know that the heart and soul of ALL of our events has always been The Construction Zone where the songwriting and recording happens. This collaborative group process, based on games of spin-the-bottle, is unlike anything else happening anywhere. And we happen to be blessed with the perfect performance venue for bringing it all to light. We love working with Third Avenue Playhouse (TAP) and we’re excited to begin focusing exclusively on the writing, recording, and presentation of our newest “music so fresh, it hasn’t been written yet” at TAP.” — from their site.
Over 200 musicians perform at Steel Bridge Songfest each year. Live performances take place across several venues around Sturgeon Bay, showcasing all of the newly written music as well as past favorites. A list of performers can be found on the festival website.
These “Construction Zone” participants write songs inspired by the bridge (or whatever), and then the songs are recorded on-site at the Holiday Music Motel and released as compilation albums. You can listen to Steel Bridge Radio here or by clicking on the icon.
Steel Bridge Songfest runs from Thursday, June 13th through Sunday, June 16th in venues across Sturgeon Bay. Highways 42 and 57 bring you there. The city will be buzzing with creative artists working on making music throughout the town. While there, check out everything both Sturgeon Bay and the Door Peninsula has to offer, from the beautiful sights, museums like the Door County Maritime Museum, tour a shipbuilding yard, rent a boat, or explore Potawatomi State Park and other natural attractions in this uniquely beautiful area.
Check the Steel Bridge Songfest website here for the latest lineup and details, including the always-growing list of songwriters and the separate list of performers. This is truly a unique event!
Astronomy lovers and people who just like “far out” things, this is for you! The Modine-Benstead Observatory is hosing one of its Open House Racine County events Saturday night, June 8th for free exploration of the observatory and the stars and planets its telescopes gaze upon.
Seriously, you can just go in for free and look at the universe through their telescopes. Depending on conditions, you can check out the moon, planets, and many deep sky objects. If they’re deep enough, remember that you’re actually looking back in time. For example, when you view the Andromeda galaxy, you are looking back in time 2.9 million years. Trippy, man!
These public open house events are held monthly from April through October. Parking is free along with free admission. The Racine Astrological Society, which runs the whole thing, is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization and of course small donations are welcomed to help defray the yearly costs of observatory maintenance and care. While families are welcome, be sure to keep young children close (it’s a dark area, since the grounds are not illuminated to promote better observing) and instruct them to be careful with the telescope equipment, which is provided by RAS members. Note that there may be lines to make observations through some telescopes. Questions are expected and welcomed, since part of their club mission is to educate and inspire people to participate in the world of amateur astronomy. Astronomical equipment you’ll find at the RAS observatory will range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars in value.The night of an open house there will be a message on the observatory answering machine (262-878-2774) if the skies are too cloudy.
The Modine-Benstead Observatory is located at the intersection of County Highway A & 63rd Drive in Yorkville, less than a mile south of Highway 20, a little over a mile east of U.S. 45, and less than 3 miles west of I-41/94 (take Exit 333/Highway 20 west.)
Open House at Modine-Benstead Observatory Event Address:
Modine-Benstead Observatory
112 63rd Avenue
Union Grove, WI 53182
(262) 878-2774 Website
Additional Modine-Benstead Observatory Open House Days in 2019:
Spring Astronomy Day
Sat., May 11th
8:30 – 11:00 PM
Friday, June 7th
8:30 – 11:00 PM
Solar Observing
Sat., June 8th
1:00 – 4:00 PM
Friday, July 12th
8:30 – 11:00 PM
Friday, August 16th
8:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday, Sept. 13th
8:00 – 11:00 PM
Fall Astronomy Day
Sat., October 5th
7:00 – 10:00 PM
Start:
June 8, 2019 8:00 pm
End:
June 8, 2019 11:00 pm
Venue:
Modine-Benstead Observatory
Phone:
262-878-2774
Address:
112 63rd Avenue, Union Grove, WI, 53182, United States
Hey, what’s a pirate’s favorite sock? ARRRR-gyle! The Port Pirate Fest hits this beautiful lakefront city June 7-9, 2019, with plenty of fun mayhem and merriment sure to please.
Port Washington’s picturesque setting has helped make this a “must attend” event for boaters, bikers, Buccaneers, Revolutionary War reenactors & families alike from all over the Midwest and beyond.
The event includes the Thieves Marketplace (see a list of vendors below), a Gruel Galley, a Buccaneer Bash, Parade, Children’s activities, demonstrations, educational exhibits, musicians, comedians, a Pirate Ship & much more.
On Saturday night June 8th, the Harborview 8K Run (that’s 5 miles for you non-metrics) will let you experience sunset views as you run next to Lake Michigan and through the Port Washington Marina. There will be commemorative finisher medals, a lightweight hoodie event shirt, free entry into the Port Pirate Family Daze and finally a free drink ticket for the big kids.
Also, feel free to explore the Port Exploreum in town, as well as the shops, restaurants, and more in this beautiful downtown.
Hours:
Friday 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am – 11:00 pm; Sunday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Port Pirate Fest Address:
Port Washington Lakefront
105 N. Lake Street
Port Washington, WI 53074
(262) 323-6612 Website Facebook page
To get to Port Washington, just follow Highway 32 or Highway 33 from I-43 or Highway 57. It’s only about 30 minutes north of Milwaukee. And stay tuned to find out more about their history with the Blues, events like Port Fish Day, and much more!
Thieves Marketplace Vendors:
Junque In Thy Trunk
DaSue Dragon Designs
LuLaroe By Deidre
Renewal By Anderson
LeafFilter
Singletree, Inc
The Froggy Viking
Captain Kuts Pirate Ware
MRM, LLC
US Cellular
Aurora’s Apothecary
Laughing Dawg Studio
Ever Dry Wisconsin
Archimedes Azure
Yellow Dog Treats
SaintA
Claire’s Creative Designs
Huasi Craft
Otavalo
L’BRI
Carp Fest is held at Central Park in Two Rivers, where you can enjoy live music, food and refreshments through out the weekend. The annual Carp Fest is a family fun event centered around the prized Golden Carp, which is found in the East and West Twin Rivers that make up why Two Rivers has its name.
The Wisconsin Carp Championship catch and release fishing tournament is held over the weekend, where World Class Carp Anglers are fishing not only to be the WI State Carp Champion, but earn a spot on Team USA and fish the World Carp Championship.
Come out and cheer for one of the Anglers at pegs found at Vets Park, Paddlers Park and Washington Park locations on the East and West Twin Rivers. Bring the kids out to meet Cliff Cousteau the Carp Fest Mascot!
You can find Central Park along Washington Avenue in Two Rivers; Highways 42, 147, and 310 all bring you there.
Schedule
Sat. June 1st:
Fishing Tournament Begins
Tent at Carp Fest opens – 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Conscious Pilot performs from 3:00 to 6:00
Annex performs from 7:00 to 11:00
Sun. June 2nd:
The tent at Carp Fest opens – 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Out of Time performs from 3:00 to 7:00
Fishing Tournament Awards Ceremony
Two Rivers Carp Fest Address:
1750 Washington Street
Two Rivers, WI 54241
(920) 793-0761 Website
Start:
June 1, 2019 2:00 pm
End:
June 2, 2019 7:00 pm
Venue:
Central Park
Phone:
920-793-0761
Address:
1750 Washington Street, Two Rivers, WI, 54241, United States
Racine’s Monument Square Art Festival – they sometimes shorten it to MSAF – takes place Saturday and Sunday June 1st and 2nd, 2019. It’s one of Wisconsin’s oldest and most respected juried fine arts events, with over 60 artists from around the country. You’ll find works in a wide variety of media.
The festival includes the Great Lakes Chalk Art Competition (GLCAC), sponsored by Real Racine, featuring regional arts creating works of art along Fifth Street from Wisconsin Avenue to Main Street all day Saturday. GLCAC is a juried event offering $1,000 in cash awards. Judging takes place at the end of the day Saturday. Awards will be announced at the evening GLCAC/MSAF artists’ reception.
Check out “Chalk It Up and Chow Down” – a selection of local food vendors set up near the GLCAC artists. Live entertainment, a silent auction, and children’s activities round out the fun this weekend in Racine.
Monument Square Art Festival is coordinated by Racine Arts Council, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. RAC’s mission is to encourage, support and advocate on behalf of emerging and established artists, artistic groups in our community, and young people interested in the arts.
Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free!
You can get to downtown Racine via Highways 11, 20, 32, or 38. The city center is about 4 miles east of Highway 31 and 8 miles east of I-41/94.
Monument Square Art Festival Address:
Monument Square
600 Main Street
Racine, WI 53403
(262) 635-0261 Website
Burlington is “Chocolate City, USA,” named so for its Nestle plant, which opened in 1965. Chocolate Fest started 22 years later in 1987 and has been delighting chocolate lovers ever since. Although the dates used to move around, it now takes place every Memorial Day weekend – this year, that means May 24-27, 2019.
That’s a lot of chocolate. Good!
Plenty of exhibits on chocolate, demonstrations on chocolate-making, and samples highlight the main theme of the festivals. Music from national and regional acts, family events, and more add to the fun. Need a sugar rush? There’s a cupcake-eating contest if you’re in a hurry for it!
It really is chocolate Jenga…
There’s also a Rotary Carnival, a Chocolate City Bike Ride, fireworks, and a Memorial Day Veterans Day Parade. Chocolate Jenga is a crowd-pleaser – and suspenseful at times! Chocolate carvings, treats, and more add to the tasty fun.
The Burlington Festival Grounds are just off Milwaukee Street (City Highways 36 & 83) along Maryland Avenue near the Fox River and Riverside Park, northeast of downtown. City Highway 11 just to the south, and Highway 142 approaches from the southeast. While in town, you can check out other places like the Spinning Top & Yo-Yo Museum and Fred’s, one of Wisconsin’s legendary burger joints.
Live music and other performances will take place on several stages across the grounds. The Main Stage will include performances from Cherry Pie Thursday night and Bella Cain and Clear Pioneer Friday night. Saturday will feature Squad 51, Chris Jones, Failure to Launch, the Dayrollers, Almight Vinyl, and the Petty Kings (a Tom Petty tribute band) Saturday. Sunday will include 76 Juliet, the Astro Blues Band, the Altered Five Blues Band, and Lunchmoney Bullies. Memorial Day Monday will include The Britins (an amazingly spot-on Beatles cover band), Taylor & Jamie, PF and the Flatheads, and Jeff Walski.
Tickets run $8 for people ages 12 and up, $5 for kids 5-12, and free for children 4 and under. On-grounds parking is also available for $5. Get more details and updates on the Chocolate Fest website.
The Lakefront Artists Fair, taking place the day after First Fridays downtown, is Racine’s first outdoor art fair of the season. Over 100 artists from across the Midwest descend upon the Belle City to showcase their wares and create new ones.
Every year on the first Saturday in May Racine Montessori holds their biggest fundraiser of the year, the Lakefront Artist Fair. Running simultaneously with the Racine Kiwanis Pancake Day at Festival Park, it is an unofficial start to Racine’s summertime festival season.
Artisans from all over the Midwest will show and offer:
Jewelry
Paintings
Pottery
Metal Art
Garden Art
Clothing and more
In addition to a wonderful variety of original art, there are many other reasons to visit the Lakefront Artist Fair:
RMS Raffle, featuring a variety of great prizes
Gift Basket Silent Auction
Artist’s Silent Auction (many participating artists donate an item)
Bake sale
Food Station – Burgers/Brats Chips & Drinks
Bring your family and come join the fun!
You can reach Festival Park by taking Highways 11, 20, 32, or 38 to downtown. Festival Park will be just off the lakefront, near the Racine Art Museum, Monument Square, and other downtown sights.
Racine Lakefront Artists Fair Address:
5 Fifth Street
Racine, WI 53403
(262) 637-7892 Website
Of course, Milwaukee is one of the beer capitals of the world, so you know Milwaukee Beer Week is epic. The city’s longest brewing tradition has risen to a whole new level with an explosion of craft breweries all over the city and suburbs. Participating breweries include Third Space Brewing, Good City Brewing, Milwaukee Brewing Company, New Glarus Brewing Company, 3 Sheeps Brewing from Sheboygan, Central Waters Brewing from Amherst, Founders Brewing, and even some out-of-state craft breweries like Sierra Nevada and Lagunitas.
Milwaukee Beer Week runs Saturday, May 4th – Saturday, May 11th with events at bars and breweries all over the area. A Schedule of Events is below, and you can find out more on their website and also their Facebook page for up-to-date additions and adjustments.
Milwaukee is a fun place to road trip to and around, but if you’re imbibing a lot in Craft Beer Week events remember there are plenty of taxis, Uber and Lyft options, and even some fun, easily rent-able Bublr Bikes you can use to go from event to event. Their hashtag is #MKEBeerWeek.
Milwaukee Craft Beer Week Schedule of Events
2nd Annual Brewers Brunch
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Stubby’s Gastrogrub and Beer Bar, 2060 N Humboldt Blvd #1 , Milwaukee
Enjoy a flight of coffee infused beer and brunch items including fresh house doughnuts. Local coffee vendors on site sampling and selling their products.
IPA Evolution
May 4 @ 11:00 am – May 11 @ 11:00 pm
Hooligan’s, 2017 E. North Ave. , Milwaukee
Come taste how IPAs have changed over the years with a flight of popular styles. $10.00 Flights and $5.00 Pints.
Haze Craze
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Rumpus Room, 1030 N Water St., Milwaukee
Stop in and try a huge variety of the latest beer craze, Hazy IPAs. Every draft line will be dedicated to this popular beer style with multiple breweries being represented.
THE GIDDY UP
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Vanguard, 2659 S Kinnickinnic Avenue, Milwaukee
Vanguard & 3 Sheeps Brewing Co. Present… THE GIDDY UP. Tap Takeover & Patio Party. Beer * Classic Country * Food. Featuring ‘The Long Line Riders’ Performing Live, with ‘Hot Dog’ Classic Country Spin. Plus a whole stable of new and rare beers. FUN.
May the 4th Be With You
May 4 @ 11:00 am – May 5 @ 2:00 am
Oak & Shield Gaming Pub, 600 E Ogden Ave., Milwaukee
One year ago, in a galaxy not so far away…The Oak & Shield Gaming Pub was born. May 4th marks their one hundred and eleventh birthday! (Minus 110 years…) Join Oak & Shield and Milwaukee Brewing Company in celebration with an epic one-year anniversary party, and a kickoff to Craft Beer Week with rare timed trappings all night long, and a Star Wars cosplay contest! 11 AM: Jabba’s Social Game Day- Play big games out on the patio all day…
Water Street Brewery – Throw Back Brewery Tours
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Water Street Brewery, 1101 N. Water Street, Milwaukee
Visit Milwaukee’s First Brew Pub for tours between 11am-6pm beginning every half hour focusing on the history of the Water Street Brewery and its original three brews Oktoberfest, Victory Amber and Sporten Lager. Throw a few back while you can of the limited release Sporten Lager while on tap for Milwaukee Beer Week. Three Free Samples of WSB Beer included with tours! There will also be free Water Street Brewery swag, and every tour participant receives a free refillable WSB…
FOUNDERS KBS TAPPING
May 4 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Craft Beer Cellar, 1230 George Town Dr. E, Pewaukee
Come join Craft Beer Cellar and the team from Founders Brewing Company for a KBS tapping! Also available will be Blushing Monk, All Day IPA. ad Rubeaus.
Feeling Surly…Throw an Axe
May 4 @ 2:00 pm – May 11 @ 11:00 pm
AXE MKE, 1924 Kenilworth Ave., Milwaukee
Hold an Axe Man in one hand and an Axe in the other while you take out your frustration after a long day. Enjoy a bucket of Surly Brewing cans while you chuck a few axes. Enter for your chance to win a great Surly prize pack.
Tour of WI
May 4 @ 3:00 pm – May 11 @ 8:00 pm
Whos On Third, 1007 N. Old World Third Street, Milwaukee
Stop in all Beer Week long. $15.00 gets you a Usingers brat and a side of cheese curds, paired with pint of any local beer on tap.
MKE Brewing Feature at Groppis
May 4 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
G Groppi Food Market, 1441 E Russell Ave., Milwaukee
Join us for a Milwaukee Beer Week kick off sampling at Groppi Food Market. MKE Brewing will be featured on tap and pouring all their best sellers down in the heart of Bay View. Grab some beer before the Derby gets underway.
Beer Week Brunch
May 5 @ 8:00 am – May 11 @ 3:00 pm
Fuel Cafe: Walkers Point, 630 S 5th Street, Milwaukee
Brunch and Beer pairings will be available all week. Tuesday May 7th the Bell’s Rep will be in offering swag, prizes, and samples.
Crafty Cow Burger Pairing
May 5 @ 11:00 am – May 11 @ 10:00 pm
Crafty Cow Bay View, 2675 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee
For the second year in a row, Third Space and Crafty Cow partner up to bring you a brand new burger. This years creation… Morning in Denver. This burger has a beef patty, topped with Canadian bacon, fried egg, friend onions, and sauteed green peppers. This bad boy is paired up with That’s Gold Kolsch. They will also be creating a brand new poutine to be partied with Happy Place Pale Ale.
Half Way to Halloween
May 5 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Draft & Vessel, 4417 N. Oakland Ave., Milwaukee, WI
We’re half way to Halloween. Come celebrate with a special tapping of Third Space Haunted Barrel. This beer is released every Halloween at Third Space Brewing and is an Imperial Porter aged in Bourbon and Rum barrels with cinnamon, vanilla, coconut, and cocoa nibs. Its like trick or treat in a glass.
Drink Third Space Win Prizes
May 5 @ 12:00 pm – May 11 @ 10:00 pm
Cafe Lulu, 2265 S Howell Ave., Milwaukee
All beer week long, Cafe Lulu is partnering with Third Space Brewing. Three different beers will be on tap all week, and for every Third Space beer you buy, receive an extra raffle ticket to win some awesome prizes. Finish beer week strong with a Tap Takeover on Saturday, May 11 starting at 11am. No purchase necessary to enter to win prizes.
Crafts & Drafts – Spring Beer Fest – Sponsored by Discount Liquor
May 5 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Serb Hall, 5101 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee
This is the 7th Year of Crafts & Drafts and we can’t think of a better way to kick off Milwaukee Beer Week! At Crafts & Drafts, you’ll have a chance to try different beers from an amazing array of breweries, as well as being able to chat with brewery owners, brewmasters, and brewery representatives. Tickets are available for purchase on the Crafts & Drafts website. http://www.craftsanddrafts.org/tickets.html
Good City Tap Takeover
May 5 @ 2:00 pm – 4:05 pm
Smoke Shack, 322 N. Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee
Join us Sunday, May 5th for brunch, lunch, or dinner as we showcase some fun beers brew by Good City Brewing Company. Meet the rep from 2pm to 4pm as she passes out samples and find your favorite beer.
HalfAcre AfterParty Burnhearts
May 5 @ 5:00 pm – May 6 @ 2:00 am
Burnhearts, 2599 S. Logan Ave., Milwaukee
Stop by for our annual Crafts & Drafts after party at Burnhearts featuring a killer line up from Half Acre Beer Co. All welcome, come grab some tasty suds.
Beat the Breweries
May 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Up Down, 615 E. Brady Street, Milwaukee
Challenge your favorite brewery to a variety of games, for your chance to win a prize package. $12 gets you a pint from any participating brewery, a slice of pizza and 40 tokens
Three Lions Beer Dinner
May 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Three Lions Pub, 4515 N Oakland Ave., Milwaukee
Join Three Lions Pub and Third Space Brewing for a one of a kind beer dinner. Specialties and rarities from Third Space Brewing will be paired with brand new creations from Three Lions. Call to reserve your spot today. 414-763-6992.
2nd Annual Wyeast Beer Dinner
May 7 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wy’east Pizza, 5601 W Vliet St., Milwaukee
For the second year in a row, Third Space Brewing and Wyeast Pizza are teaming up for Milwaukee Beer Week. The amazing kitchen staff at Wyeast will be creating brand new menu items utilizing finished beer, wort, and spent grain. Some rarities, seasonals, and core favorites will be on tap. Come early, and come hungry.
It’s Milwaukee Maifest time! Join the Milwaukee County Park System and neighbors from Milwaukee, Shorewood, Whitefish Bay and other nearby communities for the Official Kick Off to Beer Garden Season with Milwaukee Maifest at Estabrook Park. Festivities get underway on Thursday, May 2 at 5:30pm with the 2019 Maibock Anstich – Followed by Free beer until 6:30pm!
The fun lasts the whole weekend through Sunday, May 5th and includes Live Music, Food, Dance, Contests and Beer! Check out the beautiful trails in the park and the nice views of the Milwaukee River, which flows right past – and below – the Estabook Beer Garden.
The Milwaukee River has a nice rapids as its flows past Estabrook Park and the Beer Garden.
You can easily get to Estabrook Park and the Beer Garden via Estabrook River Parkway, just south of Hampton Avenue and about 3/4 mile north of Highway 190/Capitol Drive. Highway 32 goes along Lake Michigan less than two miles to the east, while Highway 57 and I-43 approach less than two miles to the west. Definitely easy to get to – just look for the huge radio towers in the park!
Milwaukee Maifest Schedule of Events at Estabrook Park Beer Garden
Thursday, May 2, 2019
4:30 PM: Austrian Express Live at Maifest
5:30 PM: 2019 Maibock Anstich – Opening Ceremony, Blessing of the Bock, Keg Tapping
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Free Beer with Friends of Estabrook Mug
6:30 PM: Masskrugstemmen Steinholding Contest
Friday, May 3, 2019
1:30 PM: Kenny Brandt Live in the Beer Garden
5:00 PM: King Solomon Reggae at Milwaukee Maifest
6:30 PM: Masskrugstemmen Steinholding Contest
Saturday, May 4, 2019
1:00 PM: Steve Meisner Band Live at Milwaukee Maifest
2:30 PM: D.A.N.K. German Dance Performance
4:30 PM: Spielmannszug Milwaukee Drum and Bugle Corps
5:00 PM: Blaskapelle Milwaukee Live at Milwaukee Maifest
6:30 PM: Masskrugstemmen Steinholding Contest
Sunday, May 5, 2019
1:00 PM: Squeezettes! Live at Milwaukee Maifest
2:00 PM: German Dance Performance
3:30 PM: Masskrugstemmen Steinholding Contest
The last full weekend in April, the get bEHIND the aRTS Studio Tour offers three days filled with art––inviting guests to explore an entire weekend of creativity in Southeastern Wisconsin.
You’ll get up close and personal with nearly 100 area artists at the 9th annual get beHIND the aRTS. This two-day open house takes you to 32 studios, galleries and artist workspaces in Racine and Kenosha Counties. The purchase of a $5 pin (available at any location) gets you admission to all the sites both days. Tour hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday for Racine County locations and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday for Kenosha County locations. This year’s free Preview Party, with exhibits, art demonstrations, entertainment and an artist meet-and-greet, is 6 to 10 p.m. Friday at 5700 7th Avenue in Kenosha. Click here for the map and more event details on their site.
The weekend kicks off with the art party of the year, the GBTA Preview Party on Friday, April 26 from 6:00 to 10:00pm at 5800 7th Avenue in downtown Kenosha (Kenosha News Building).
On Saturday, April 27, Racine artists’ studios are open to the public, and on Sunday, April 28, Kenosha studios welcomes visitors. Artists’ workplaces are open on both days from 11:00am to 5:00pm.
Pick up your tour maps during the Preview Party or at any studio location the day of the tour.
Highways 11, 20 and 38 bring you to Racine from I-41/94 or Highway 31; Highways 50 and 158 bring you to Kenosha from I-41/94 or Highway 31; and Highway 32 runs along Lake Michigan between the two cities. Should be a nice weekend for a drive and to check out both cities, too!
gET bEHIND the aRTS Hours:
Preview Party in Kenosha at the Kenosha News building, 5800 7th Avenue in downtown Kenosha Friday night, April 26.
Racine, Saturday, April 27, 11 am – 5 pm
Kenosha, Sunday, April 28, 11 am – 5 pm
If you’re an animal lover, you love working with different fibers, or are just looking for a free, family activity with over 300 alpacas, head to West Bend for the Wisconsin Alpaca & Fiber Fest!
WisAFF is the premiere alpaca halter and fleece show in Wisconsin. Throughout the weekend, alpacas will be on display in the show ring. This are also fleece shows, fiber arts contests, a spin off, fiber classes, and seminars for people interested in alpacas. There will also be many vendors selling fiber and alpaca themed items.
NEW FOR 2019 WALKING FLEECE SHOW, with Sara Jane Maclennan serving as the 2019 walking fleece judge.
Wisconsin Alpaca & Fiber Fest admission & parking are both free!
Public Schedule
Saturday, April 27th, 2019
7:00 AM – Doors Open for exhibitors
8:00 AM – Halter show opens
8:30 AM – Show opens to public. Free Parking!
8:30 AM – Vendors open in lobby, Ziegler building and Pavilion
9:30 AM – Halter show photographer set up
10:00 AM – Spin-Off Display opens. Good luck!
1:00 PM – Bar opens in Ziegler building
5:30 PM – Alpaca Halter Show ends for the day; building closed to public
7:00 PM – Bar closes
7:30 PM – Breeder’s Reception and Dinner at host hotel (invite only)
8:00 PM – Buildings close for day
Food and refreshments will be available for purchase all day long in the Ziegler building. We are pleased to have Washington County 4-H provide our food.
Sunday, April 28th, 2019
8:00 AM – Halter show begins
8:30 AM – Open to public, free parking
8:30 AM – Vendors open in lobby, Ziegler building and Pavilion
TBA – Production Classes – Breeder’s Best, Get of Sire, Produce of Dam, Showmanship, then balance of halter show classes
9:30 AM – Halter show photographer set up
1:30 pm Spin-Off Display and Fleece Show end. Owners may pick up items
3:30 PM Show closes to public
You’ll find the Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center just off U.S. 45 on County PV (Pleasant Valley Road.) Highway 60 is just to the south, Highways 33 and 144 are just to the north in West Bend.
Wisconsin Alpaca and Fiber Fest Address:
3000 County PV
West Bend, WI 53095
(608) 219-6369 Website
Start:
April 27, 2019 8:30 am
End:
April 28, 2019 3:00 pm
Venue:
Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center
Phone:
608-219-6369
Address:
3000 Highway PV, West Bend, WI, 53095, United States
Calendar of Events
Calendar of Events
July 23, 2019 – July 25, 2019
Wisconsin Farm Technology Days
Wisconsin Farm Technology Days is one of the largest agricultural shows in the nation. Being Wisconsin’s premier outdoor farm show, this three-day event showcases the latest improvements in production agriculture, including many practical applications of recent research findings and technological developments.
This year, the 65th annual Farm Technology Days takes place at the Walter Grain Farms in Johnson Creek, right in Jefferson County. Follow the signs off I-94, Highways 19, 26, or 89, or County Highways B (the old historic Highway 30, once the main road between Madison and Milwaukee) or Q to get to the property.
Get on board the Cheesehead Express on Tuesday, July 23rd for a FREE trip to Ag Career Day!
Buses from 10 different locations in the state will will embark to Jefferson County for the 65th annual Wisconsin Farm Technology Days. 1,000 students, going into grades 7th – 12th are invited to attend and will receive: A free Ag Career Day t-shirt, free admission to the show, free transportation, a coupon for a free scoop of Culver’s fresh frozen custard. Each student will also be provided with a lanyard holding a cow ear tag with an RFID button on it to participate in the Interactive Career Scavenger Hunt powered by Allflex Livestock Intelligence, with great prizes at the end. Students can register here.
Wednesday Block Party featuring Charlie Berens
Wednesday’s Block Party features Charlie Berens, da Manitowoc Minute guy. A guest of Bank First, greet Charlie at 3:30pm and follow him as he tours Tent City. From the center of Tent City at Innovation Square, Charlie will enjoy a sampling event featuring beer from local Wisconsin breweries, such as Tyranena Brewing Company: Legendary Wisconsin Beer. In addition to beer, he will sample local wine from area vintners and our favorite Wisconsin foods!
Charlie takes the stage at 5:30 pm to help ‘celebrate, toast and roast…all-the-things-we-love-about-Wisconsin!’ Admission to Wisconsin Farm Technology Days to see Charlie is $5 at 3pm. This is a rain or shine event. All ages show. Sampling event requires separate purchase and I.D. for alcohol.
Check out Pam Jahnke’s with Charlie here!
There are plenty of exhibits and other events to enjoy at Farm Technology Days, get the full lineup with the program below.
Farm Technology Days Address:
W5340 French Road
Johnson Creek, WI 53038
Website
Get the official 2019 Wisconsin Farm Technology Days Program right here!
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July 17, 2019 – July 21, 2019
Waukesha County Fair
On the Main Stage (shows are free, but VIP opportunities are available), you can enjoy:
At the Gate (Cash Only):
Adult = $10.00
Youth (6-12 years) = $5.00
Children 5 and Under FREE
Daily Parking $5.00 (vehicle entry is subject to availability)
Free Motorcycle Parking courtesy of Hupy and Abraham S.C.
Admission Re-Entry Wristbands are available at Gate 2 or the Fair Office (located north of the Forum Marketplace). They are valid for re-entry to the Fair for same-day admission only and do not include parking.
Hours:
Wednesday, Noon – 10 pm
Thursday, 10 am – Midnight
Friday, 10 am – Midnight
Saturday, 10 am – Midnight
Sunday, 10 am – 9 pm
Waukesha County Fair Address:
2417 Silvernail Road
Pewaukee, WI 53072
(262) 544-5922
Website
You’ll find the fair at the Waukesha County Fairgrounds, just south of I-94 between Exits 293 (County T) and 294 (County F). Highways 16, 59, 164, and U.S. 18 all bring you here – or close.
Their Website full schedules, and click here for specific ticket pricing and daily specials!
July 13, 2019 – July 14, 2019
2019 Pro Watercross Tour, Racine
Racine welcomes the only Pro Watercross Tour stop in Wisconsin this summer July 13-14!
Watercross is basically motocross on Personal Watercrafts (PWCs or jet skis) – but these athletes compete on an unpredictable liquid track, varying from oceans, lakes and rivers. Competitors challenge the notion of what’s possible, utilizing the most advanced equipment reaching speeds of over 85 mph against a full line of competitors to the extreme freestylist landing a double back-flip in surf. This sport is driven by their passion, creating a lifestyle that combines adrenaline and pure enjoyment of being on the water.
Each race begins with one of the most gut-wrenching experiences in motorsports the side-by-side gated start. Similar to horse racing, a watercross racing start features 20 riders exploding off the line, each thinking to themselves “I’m going to be the first one to that buoy.” Surviving the first-turn is just the beginning. Speed, technique and racing ability will all come into play over the next 20 minutes, as the riders begin to negotiate a series of left and right hand turns.
This exciting event is part of a national tour with stops in Panama City Beach and Pensacola Beach in Florida; Hartwell, GA; and the National Championship in Charleston, WV.
Round Three takes place on the waters of Lake Michigan at Racine’s nationally-recognized North Beach, with plenty of action in Closed Course, Freestyle, Freeride, and Hydrodrag Racing both Saturday, July 13th and Sunday, July 14th.
You can get to Racine’s North Beach via Highways 11, 20, 32, or 38 towards downtown. North Beach is (like its name implies) just north of downtown. It’s just 15 minutes or so off I-41/94.
2019 Pro Watercross Tour Racine Address:
North Beach
100 Kewaunee Street
Racine, WI 53403
(262) 884-6400
Website
Schedule for spectators for the 2019 Pro Watercross Tour in Racine:
Saturday, July 13
Team Faith Devotional Practice: 9:30 am
Racing: Following practice
Pro Show: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm (moto 1)
Post Pro Show: Amateur racing continues (motos 1&2)
Saturday Night Pit Party: 8:00 pm | TBA
Make sure you have your wristband on for entry into the “Saturday Night Pit Party”
Sunday, July 14
Amateur Racing: 9:15 am (moto 3)
Pro Show: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm (motos 1&2)
Post Racing: Awards
July 10, 2019 – July 14, 2019
Jefferson County Fair
The 167th running of the Jefferson County Fair runs July 10-14, 2019! Enjoy everything from animal exhibits and tractor pulls to the carnival and midway, complemented with food, drinks, live music and more on the extensive Jefferson County Fairgrounds. Check out the Fairest of the Fair competition and the Midway Hop Stop, featuring specialty beers from across Wisconsin’s breweries.
Gates open daily at 8am. Tickets are $10 daily for adults, Children under 5 are admitted free. On Sunday, July 14th, members of our Military are admitted free with valid ID. There are other specials here, too. Any day, the carnival rides begin at noon and run until close each night.
Get all the details at the Jefferson County Fair website. U.S. 18 and Highways 26 and 89 bring you to – or close to – the Fairgrounds!
Jefferson County Fair Address:
Jefferson County Fair Park
503 N. Jackson Avenue
Jefferson, WI 53549
(920) 674-7148
Website
Jefferson County Fair Schedule of Events
Wednesday, July 10
8:00 am – Junior Horse & Pony Show – Junior Horse and Pony Show
8:30 am – Junior Beef Show
9:00 am – Junior Rabbit Show, Open Plant Judging
10:30 am – County Tractor Pull
1:00 pm – Junior Sheep Show, Open Sheep Judging
7:00 pm – Badger State Tractor Pull
Thursday, July 11
8:00 am – Junior Horse & Pony Show, Junior Swine Show
8:30 am – Junior Poultry- Market Class, Eggs & Posters
9:00 am – Junior & Open Goat Show: Junior Goat Show, Junior Cat Show
10:00 am – Junior Demonstations & Speeches: Junior Music & Drama Performance – Music & Drama
2:00 pm – The Jimmy Hartwig Band
6:30 pm – Badger Truck Pull
9:00 pm – Open Goat Judging – Open Goat – Classes D&E
Friday, July 12
8:00 am – Junior Poultry-Breeding Stock and Showmanship
8:30 am – Junior Dairy Show
11:00 am – Draft Horse – Halter Show
5:30 pm – Open Draft Horse- Cart Show – Open Draft Horse- Hitch Show
7:00 pm – Roots & Boots 90’s Electric Throwdown featuring Aaron Tippin, Collin Raye, and Sammy Kershaw
Saturday, July 13
8:00 am – Junior Horse & Pony Show
1:00 pm – Garage Band Extravaganza! Youth Livestock & Dairy Auction
5:00 pm – Small Animal Sale
5:30 pm – Draft Horse – Hitch Show – Draft Horse – Cart Show
7:00 pm – Walker Hayes with Drake White and the Big Fire
Sunday, July 14
9:00 am – Junior Horse & Pony Show
10:00 am – Future Showmanship
12:00 pm – La Movida Day
2:00 pm – Demolition Derby: Master Showman Contest – Supreme Showman Contest
4:00 pm – Herdsmanship Award Presentation
July 4, 2019 – July 6, 2019
Manawa Midwestern Rodeo
All weekend, you can check out all the action of Bull and Bronc riding, Steer Wrestling, Team and Tie Down Roping and Women’s Barrel Racing. There’s also a pony ride, vendors, free dances after the evening rodeo performances, a Chicken BBQ, and at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday morning, the Stampede 5K/10K run/walk takes place. Followed is a huge rodeo parade at 10am Saturday.
Purchase tickets by calling 1-800-747-6336. They can be picked up at will call at the rodeo grounds ticket booth. Tickets can also be purchased at the rodeo. U.S. 45 and Highway 110 both bring you to Manawa. Yee-ha!
Check out the Schedule of Events below.
Manawa Midwestern Rodeo Address:
Manawa Rodeo Grounds
E5888 County Highway B
Manawa, WI 54949
(920) 596-2005
Website
Manawa Midwestern Rodeo Schedule of Events:
THURSDAY, JULY 4
6:00 PM Vendor and food stands open
Rodeo arena gates open
7:00 PM Pre-rodeo music
7:30 PM RODEO – Family Night**
Intermission – Rodeo City Riders Drill Team
10:00 PM FIREWORKS
Free dance – Live music – Austin Healey Band
FRIDAY, JULY 5
TBA 2020 Manawa Rodeo Queen Contest
6:00 PM Vendor and food stands open
Rodeo arena gates open
7:00 PM Pre-rodeo music
7:30 PM RODEO – Military Appreciation Night*
The Mid-Western Rodeo invites all Military members to attend this special performance. Members must present Military ID or American Legion Membership Card at time of ticket purchase and will receive a free seat in the reserved Military/Veteran Seating Area. Fans are encouraged to wear red, white and blue in support of the military, its veterans and their families.
Intermission – Rodeo City Riders Drill Team
10:00 PM Free dance – Live music – The 308’S
SATURDAY, JULY 6
7:30 AM Stampede Fun Run/ Walk at Lindsay Park
10:00 AM Rodeo parade – Downtown Manawa
11:30 AM Vendor and food stands open
Chicken BBQ, Sizzlin’ Sonny’s Rockin’ Roadshow
Rodeo arena gates open
1:30 PM Pre-rodeo music
2:00 PM RODEO – Family Day**
Intermission – Pink Ribbon Rebels
5:30 PM Sizzlin’ Sonny’s Rockin’ Roadshow
6:00 PM Rodeo arena gates open
7:00 PM Pre-rodeo music
7:30 PM RODEO – Tough Enough to Wear Pink*
Intermission – Pink Ribbon Rebels
10:00 PM Free dance – Live music – The Texxas Band
June 29, 2019
Shake the Lake
Live music includes headliners Hairball on the WIBA-FM Metro Family Rock Stage; the 96.3 STAR Country Stage features Lee Brice, Dylan Scott, and Dylan Schneider.
More entertainment line-ups will be announced soon, since it’s June already…
At dusk, Festival Foods presents the Shake the Lake fireworks display, which will take place over the lake but light up not only the water, but the shoreline, downtown, The Capitol, and more in one of the highest-rated fireworks displays in the Midwest.
Shake the Lake runs Saturday, June 29th along John Nolen Drive (U.S. 151) and the Lake Monona shoreline. It’s a quick drive from The Beltline (U.S. 12/14/18), and U.S. 51 or Highways 30 or 113 from the east side. While there, check out the beauty of the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Monona Terrace, a crown jewel on the Madison skyline and a key stop along the Frank Lloyd Wright Trail!
Admission is free; there’s also the optional iHeartRadio Rooftop Party, providing a GREAT view of the fireworks, food stands, bars, and more activities for a $17 admission fee.
Shake The Lake Address:
1 John Nolen Drive
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 246-4277
Website
June 15, 2019
Dairy Day at the MOOseum
The Hoard Historical Museum and National Dairy Shrine in Fort Atkinson has its annual Dairy Day at the “MOOseum” Saturday, June 15th, 2019. It’s a celebration of all things dairy!
Learn about the dairy industry—both past and present—from the cow to the final products of cheese, yogurt, and milk. Booths featuring dairy-related businesses, groups, and dairy samples available throughout grounds and Museum.
Inga from PBS’ Around the Farm Table will be here to talk about dairy tourism and hold a cooking demonstration at 11:30 a.m.
This year’s Dairy Cook-off theme is grilled cheese sandwiches, and you can buy a grilled cheese sandwich from Jefferson County Agribusiness or a Root-breed float in honor of your favorite dairy breed for lunch!
Family friendly activities include as barn games, dairy trivia, and the Cow Parade, which gets “moooo-ving” at 1:30 pm.
In addition, the Hoard Historical Museum and the National Dairy Shrine Museum will be open for visitors from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
You’ll find both in Fort Atkinson along U.S. 12 and Highway 89; Highways 26 and 106 also bring you to Fort.
Dairy Day at the MOOseum Address:
401 Whitewater Avenue (U.S. 12 & Highway 89)
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7769
Website
EVP Beach Sports Festival, Racine
Racine’s award-winning North Beach hosts EVP Beach Volleyball once again on Saturday, June 15, 2019! EVP is calling this the “$3,000 Beach Sports Festival” as they seek to support beach volleyball events that engage families, fans, athletes, students, communities and sponsors in a great day at the beach. At each event, spectators will not only see elite athletes compete on the sand for top honors, they also have the chance to interact with the pros by participating in contests and promotions.
Real Racine officially presents the EVP Beach Sports Festival. The volleyball courts will be set up on North Beach, adjacent to the Oasis. All events are free to spectators. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Two-person men’s and women’s volleyball teams will compete in pro and amateur divisions.
The pro and amateur teams that finish in first and second place are awarded a big to compete in the 2019 EVP World Finals of Beach Volleyball Championship held at Hampton, VA in August.
Friday’s event schedule
8:30 a.m., juniors tournament begins (open to ages 8 through 18).
Saturday’s event schedule
8 a.m. pro matches begin
9 a.m. men’s and women’s amateur tournament begins
11 a.m. center court contest
2 p.m. juniors playoffs begin
4 to 6 p.m, amateur finals.
Sunday’s event schedule
9:30 a.m., co-ed 2s and juniors sign in
10 a.m., men’s pro finals
11 a.m., women’s pro finals.
EVP Beach Sports Festival Address:
North Beach
1 Barker Avenue
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 884-6400
EVP Website
Real Racine Website
About EVP Beach Tours
The EVP® Beach Volleyball Tour’s primary aim is to support beach volleyball events that engage families, fans, athletes, students, communities and sponsors in a great day at the beach. At each event, spectators will not only see elite athletes compete on the sand for top honors, they also have the chance to interact with the pros by participating in contests and promotions at hosting venues.
Teams who finish 1st and 2nd are awarded a bid to compete in the 2019 EVP® World Finals of Beach Volleyball Championship in Hampton, VA at Paradise Ocean Club on: Friday, August 9 (Juniors 12U & 14U) Saturday, August 11 (Pro, Adult & 16U, 18U)
June 15, 2019 – June 16, 2019
ARCA Races at the Milwaukee Mile
Sunday’s main races include the ARCAMT Last Chance for 15 laps; Midwest Trucks in a 20-lap race; Vintage Stock Cars will race 12-15 laps; Mid-Am Stock Cars will race 20 laps; and Vintage Indy Registry Cars for 20 laps. It all culminates at 1pm Sunday – Father’s Day – for the main event: the ARCAMT Fathers Day 100 featuring some of the nation’s top up-and-coming drivers!
Tickets:
Reserved Tickets Adults (Advance) – $25 Adults (Day Of) – $30 Child (0-11) – $5
General Admission Tickets Adults (Advance) – $25 Adults (Day Of) – $25 Child (5-11) – $5 Child (4 & Under) – Free
Raceday Infield Tickets $20 / Kids 5-11 $5 / Kids 4 & Under Free
Raceday Infield Car Parking $10
Pit Pricing: $40
ARCA Racing at the Historic Milwaukee Mile Address:
Wisconsin State Fair Park
640 S. 84th Street
West Allis, WI 53214
(217) 764-3200
Website
You’ll find the historic Milwaukee Mile right along Highway 59 (Greenfield Avenue) in West Allis, just east of Highway 181 (84th Street). I-94 is just to the north and I-41/894 is just to the west, giving you fast access to the park and track.
ARCA Races at the Mile Schedule of Events
Saturday, June 15th
11:00 AM 3:00 PM Rotating Practice – MidAm/Trucks, Vintage Cars, Vintage Indy, ARCAMT
5:00 PM Street Drag Pits Open
6:00 PM Trial Runs/Grudge Matches
7:00 PM Street Drag Brackets Begin
10:00 PM Approx Finish Of Street Drags
Sunday, June 16th
9:00 AM Gates Open
9:30 AM Rotating Practice Begins
9:30 AM 9:55 AM ARCAMT Practice
9:55 AM 10:10 AM Midwest Truck Practice
10:10 AM 10:30 AM ARCAMT Practice
10:30 AM 10:45 AM Mid-Am Practice
10:45 AM 10:55 AM Vintage Stock Practice
11:00 AM Qualifying Begins
ARCAMT (Single Car, 2 Laps)
Truck Group Qualifying (As Time Allows)
Mid Am Group Qualifying (As Time Allows)
12:15 PM 12:35 PM Vintage Indy Registry Laps
12:30 PM 1:00 PM Top 16 ARCAMT Autograph Session In Stands
12:50 PM Opening Ceremonies
12:57 PM Invocation/National Anthem
1:00 PM Racing Begins
ARCAMT Last Chance (15 Laps)
Midwest Trucks (20 Laps)
Vintage Stock Cars (12/15 Laps)
Mid-Am Stock Cars (20 Laps)
Vintage Indy Registry Laps (20 Minutes)
Out Of Car Intros If Time Allows
ARCAMT Fathers Day 100
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June 14, 2019 – June 15, 2019
Steel Bridge Songfest
Steel Bridge Songfest
Steel Bridge Songfest is the “Greatest Original Songwriters’ Festival in the Midwest.” Songwriters of national, regional, and local acclaim come together to write songs inspired by Sturgeon Bay’s Historic Steel Bridge. It consists of a four-day songwriting collaborative called the Construction Zone; their slogan is “Music so fresh it hasn’t been written yet!”
Founded in 2005 by musician Pat MacDonald (of Timbuk3 fame) and his sister, Steel Bridge Songfest began as part of a grass-roots campaign to restore the historic “Steel Bridge” – the original route of Highways 42 and 57 as they crossed Sturgeon Bay. 2019 marks a renewed direction for Steel Bridge Songfest. The non-profit they operate is becoming the Steel Bridge Creative Foundation, and previous events like the pub crawl and the outdoor festival are being suspended for this year while they renew their focus on the music. As they noted:
“While the pub crawl has been an annual shot in the arm for the bar scene, and the outdoor festivals provide some good clean fun for the community, our strongest supporters know that the heart and soul of ALL of our events has always been The Construction Zone where the songwriting and recording happens. This collaborative group process, based on games of spin-the-bottle, is unlike anything else happening anywhere. And we happen to be blessed with the perfect performance venue for bringing it all to light. We love working with Third Avenue Playhouse (TAP) and we’re excited to begin focusing exclusively on the writing, recording, and presentation of our newest “music so fresh, it hasn’t been written yet” at TAP.” — from their site.
Over 200 musicians perform at Steel Bridge Songfest each year. Live performances take place across several venues around Sturgeon Bay, showcasing all of the newly written music as well as past favorites. A list of performers can be found on the festival website.
These “Construction Zone” participants write songs inspired by the bridge (or whatever), and then the songs are recorded on-site at the Holiday Music Motel and released as compilation albums. You can listen to Steel Bridge Radio here or by clicking on the icon.
Steel Bridge Songfest runs from Thursday, June 13th through Sunday, June 16th in venues across Sturgeon Bay. Highways 42 and 57 bring you there. The city will be buzzing with creative artists working on making music throughout the town. While there, check out everything both Sturgeon Bay and the Door Peninsula has to offer, from the beautiful sights, museums like the Door County Maritime Museum, tour a shipbuilding yard, rent a boat, or explore Potawatomi State Park and other natural attractions in this uniquely beautiful area.
Check the Steel Bridge Songfest website here for the latest lineup and details, including the always-growing list of songwriters and the separate list of performers. This is truly a unique event!
Steel Bridge Songfest Address:
Third Avenue Playhouse (TAP)
239 N. 3td Avenue
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Website
Here’s a taste of the festival from previous years:
June 8, 2019
Open House Racine County at Modine-Benstead Observatory
Astronomy lovers and people who just like “far out” things, this is for you! The Modine-Benstead Observatory is hosing one of its Open House Racine County events Saturday night, June 8th for free exploration of the observatory and the stars and planets its telescopes gaze upon.
Seriously, you can just go in for free and look at the universe through their telescopes. Depending on conditions, you can check out the moon, planets, and many deep sky objects. If they’re deep enough, remember that you’re actually looking back in time. For example, when you view the Andromeda galaxy, you are looking back in time 2.9 million years. Trippy, man!
These public open house events are held monthly from April through October. Parking is free along with free admission. The Racine Astrological Society, which runs the whole thing, is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization and of course small donations are welcomed to help defray the yearly costs of observatory maintenance and care. While families are welcome, be sure to keep young children close (it’s a dark area, since the grounds are not illuminated to promote better observing) and instruct them to be careful with the telescope equipment, which is provided by RAS members. Note that there may be lines to make observations through some telescopes. Questions are expected and welcomed, since part of their club mission is to educate and inspire people to participate in the world of amateur astronomy. Astronomical equipment you’ll find at the RAS observatory will range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars in value.The night of an open house there will be a message on the observatory answering machine (262-878-2774) if the skies are too cloudy.
The Modine-Benstead Observatory is located at the intersection of County Highway A & 63rd Drive in Yorkville, less than a mile south of Highway 20, a little over a mile east of U.S. 45, and less than 3 miles west of I-41/94 (take Exit 333/Highway 20 west.)
Open House at Modine-Benstead Observatory Event Address:
Modine-Benstead Observatory
112 63rd Avenue
Union Grove, WI 53182
(262) 878-2774
Website
Additional Modine-Benstead Observatory Open House Days in 2019:
Spring Astronomy Day
Sat., May 11th
8:30 – 11:00 PM
Friday, June 7th
8:30 – 11:00 PM
Solar Observing
Sat., June 8th
1:00 – 4:00 PM
Friday, July 12th
8:30 – 11:00 PM
Friday, August 16th
8:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday, Sept. 13th
8:00 – 11:00 PM
Fall Astronomy Day
Sat., October 5th
7:00 – 10:00 PM
June 7, 2019 – June 9, 2019
Port Washington’s Port Pirate Fest
Port Washington’s picturesque setting has helped make this a “must attend” event for boaters, bikers, Buccaneers, Revolutionary War reenactors & families alike from all over the Midwest and beyond.
On Saturday night June 8th, the Harborview 8K Run (that’s 5 miles for you non-metrics) will let you experience sunset views as you run next to Lake Michigan and through the Port Washington Marina. There will be commemorative finisher medals, a lightweight hoodie event shirt, free entry into the Port Pirate Family Daze and finally a free drink ticket for the big kids.
Also, feel free to explore the Port Exploreum in town, as well as the shops, restaurants, and more in this beautiful downtown.
Hours:
Friday 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am – 11:00 pm; Sunday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Port Washington Lakefront
105 N. Lake Street
Port Washington, WI 53074
(262) 323-6612
Website
Facebook page
To get to Port Washington, just follow Highway 32 or Highway 33 from I-43 or Highway 57. It’s only about 30 minutes north of Milwaukee. And stay tuned to find out more about their history with the Blues, events like Port Fish Day, and much more!
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DaSue Dragon Designs
LuLaroe By Deidre
Renewal By Anderson
LeafFilter
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The Froggy Viking
Captain Kuts Pirate Ware
MRM, LLC
US Cellular
Aurora’s Apothecary
Laughing Dawg Studio
Ever Dry Wisconsin
Archimedes Azure
Yellow Dog Treats
SaintA
Claire’s Creative Designs
Huasi Craft
Otavalo
L’BRI
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June 1, 2019 – June 2, 2019
Two Rivers Carp Fest
Carp Fest is held at Central Park in Two Rivers, where you can enjoy live music, food and refreshments through out the weekend. The annual Carp Fest is a family fun event centered around the prized Golden Carp, which is found in the East and West Twin Rivers that make up why Two Rivers has its name.
The Wisconsin Carp Championship catch and release fishing tournament is held over the weekend, where World Class Carp Anglers are fishing not only to be the WI State Carp Champion, but earn a spot on Team USA and fish the World Carp Championship.
Come out and cheer for one of the Anglers at pegs found at Vets Park, Paddlers Park and Washington Park locations on the East and West Twin Rivers. Bring the kids out to meet Cliff Cousteau the Carp Fest Mascot!
You can find Central Park along Washington Avenue in Two Rivers; Highways 42, 147, and 310 all bring you there.
Schedule
Sat. June 1st:
Fishing Tournament Begins
Tent at Carp Fest opens – 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Conscious Pilot performs from 3:00 to 6:00
Annex performs from 7:00 to 11:00
Sun. June 2nd:
The tent at Carp Fest opens – 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Out of Time performs from 3:00 to 7:00
Fishing Tournament Awards Ceremony
Two Rivers Carp Fest Address:
1750 Washington Street
Two Rivers, WI 54241
(920) 793-0761
Website
June 1, 2019 – June 2, 2019
Monument Square Art Festival, Racine
The festival includes the Great Lakes Chalk Art Competition (GLCAC), sponsored by Real Racine, featuring regional arts creating works of art along Fifth Street from Wisconsin Avenue to Main Street all day Saturday. GLCAC is a juried event offering $1,000 in cash awards. Judging takes place at the end of the day Saturday. Awards will be announced at the evening GLCAC/MSAF artists’ reception.
Check out “Chalk It Up and Chow Down” – a selection of local food vendors set up near the GLCAC artists. Live entertainment, a silent auction, and children’s activities round out the fun this weekend in Racine.
Monument Square Art Festival is coordinated by Racine Arts Council, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. RAC’s mission is to encourage, support and advocate on behalf of emerging and established artists, artistic groups in our community, and young people interested in the arts.
Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free!
You can get to downtown Racine via Highways 11, 20, 32, or 38. The city center is about 4 miles east of Highway 31 and 8 miles east of I-41/94.
Monument Square Art Festival Address:
Monument Square
600 Main Street
Racine, WI 53403
(262) 635-0261
Website
May 24, 2019 – May 27, 2019
Chocolate Fest in Burlington
Burlington is “Chocolate City, USA,” named so for its Nestle plant, which opened in 1965. Chocolate Fest started 22 years later in 1987 and has been delighting chocolate lovers ever since. Although the dates used to move around, it now takes place every Memorial Day weekend – this year, that means May 24-27, 2019.
There’s also a Rotary Carnival, a Chocolate City Bike Ride, fireworks, and a Memorial Day Veterans Day Parade. Chocolate Jenga is a crowd-pleaser – and suspenseful at times! Chocolate carvings, treats, and more add to the tasty fun.
The Burlington Festival Grounds are just off Milwaukee Street (City Highways 36 & 83) along Maryland Avenue near the Fox River and Riverside Park, northeast of downtown. City Highway 11 just to the south, and Highway 142 approaches from the southeast. While in town, you can check out other places like the Spinning Top & Yo-Yo Museum and Fred’s, one of Wisconsin’s legendary burger joints.
Live music and other performances will take place on several stages across the grounds. The Main Stage will include performances from Cherry Pie Thursday night and Bella Cain and Clear Pioneer Friday night. Saturday will feature Squad 51, Chris Jones, Failure to Launch, the Dayrollers, Almight Vinyl, and the Petty Kings (a Tom Petty tribute band) Saturday. Sunday will include 76 Juliet, the Astro Blues Band, the Altered Five Blues Band, and Lunchmoney Bullies. Memorial Day Monday will include The Britins (an amazingly spot-on Beatles cover band), Taylor & Jamie, PF and the Flatheads, and Jeff Walski.
Tickets run $8 for people ages 12 and up, $5 for kids 5-12, and free for children 4 and under. On-grounds parking is also available for $5. Get more details and updates on the Chocolate Fest website.
Have a chocolatey good time!
Chocolate Fest Address:
681 Maryland Avenue (Business Highway 36)
Burlington, WI 53105
(262) 763-7185
Website
May 4, 2019
Lakefront Artists Fair, Racine
Every year on the first Saturday in May Racine Montessori holds their biggest fundraiser of the year, the Lakefront Artist Fair. Running simultaneously with the Racine Kiwanis Pancake Day at Festival Park, it is an unofficial start to Racine’s summertime festival season.
Artisans from all over the Midwest will show and offer:
Jewelry
Paintings
Pottery
Metal Art
Garden Art
Clothing and more
In addition to a wonderful variety of original art, there are many other reasons to visit the Lakefront Artist Fair:
RMS Raffle, featuring a variety of great prizes
Gift Basket Silent Auction
Artist’s Silent Auction (many participating artists donate an item)
Bake sale
Food Station – Burgers/Brats Chips & Drinks
Bring your family and come join the fun!
You can reach Festival Park by taking Highways 11, 20, 32, or 38 to downtown. Festival Park will be just off the lakefront, near the Racine Art Museum, Monument Square, and other downtown sights.
Racine Lakefront Artists Fair Address:
5 Fifth Street
Racine, WI 53403
(262) 637-7892
Website
May 4, 2019 – May 11, 2019
Milwaukee Beer Week
Milwaukee Beer Week runs Saturday, May 4th – Saturday, May 11th with events at bars and breweries all over the area. A Schedule of Events is below, and you can find out more on their website and also their Facebook page for up-to-date additions and adjustments.
Milwaukee is a fun place to road trip to and around, but if you’re imbibing a lot in Craft Beer Week events remember there are plenty of taxis, Uber and Lyft options, and even some fun, easily rent-able Bublr Bikes you can use to go from event to event. Their hashtag is #MKEBeerWeek.
Milwaukee Craft Beer Week Schedule of Events
2nd Annual Brewers Brunch
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Stubby’s Gastrogrub and Beer Bar, 2060 N Humboldt Blvd #1 , Milwaukee
Enjoy a flight of coffee infused beer and brunch items including fresh house doughnuts. Local coffee vendors on site sampling and selling their products.
IPA Evolution
May 4 @ 11:00 am – May 11 @ 11:00 pm
Hooligan’s, 2017 E. North Ave. , Milwaukee
Come taste how IPAs have changed over the years with a flight of popular styles. $10.00 Flights and $5.00 Pints.
Haze Craze
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Rumpus Room, 1030 N Water St., Milwaukee
Stop in and try a huge variety of the latest beer craze, Hazy IPAs. Every draft line will be dedicated to this popular beer style with multiple breweries being represented.
THE GIDDY UP
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Vanguard, 2659 S Kinnickinnic Avenue, Milwaukee
Vanguard & 3 Sheeps Brewing Co. Present… THE GIDDY UP. Tap Takeover & Patio Party. Beer * Classic Country * Food. Featuring ‘The Long Line Riders’ Performing Live, with ‘Hot Dog’ Classic Country Spin. Plus a whole stable of new and rare beers. FUN.
May the 4th Be With You
May 4 @ 11:00 am – May 5 @ 2:00 am
Oak & Shield Gaming Pub, 600 E Ogden Ave., Milwaukee
One year ago, in a galaxy not so far away…The Oak & Shield Gaming Pub was born. May 4th marks their one hundred and eleventh birthday! (Minus 110 years…) Join Oak & Shield and Milwaukee Brewing Company in celebration with an epic one-year anniversary party, and a kickoff to Craft Beer Week with rare timed trappings all night long, and a Star Wars cosplay contest! 11 AM: Jabba’s Social Game Day- Play big games out on the patio all day…
Water Street Brewery – Throw Back Brewery Tours
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Water Street Brewery, 1101 N. Water Street, Milwaukee
Visit Milwaukee’s First Brew Pub for tours between 11am-6pm beginning every half hour focusing on the history of the Water Street Brewery and its original three brews Oktoberfest, Victory Amber and Sporten Lager. Throw a few back while you can of the limited release Sporten Lager while on tap for Milwaukee Beer Week. Three Free Samples of WSB Beer included with tours! There will also be free Water Street Brewery swag, and every tour participant receives a free refillable WSB…
FOUNDERS KBS TAPPING
May 4 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Craft Beer Cellar, 1230 George Town Dr. E, Pewaukee
Come join Craft Beer Cellar and the team from Founders Brewing Company for a KBS tapping! Also available will be Blushing Monk, All Day IPA. ad Rubeaus.
Feeling Surly…Throw an Axe
May 4 @ 2:00 pm – May 11 @ 11:00 pm
AXE MKE, 1924 Kenilworth Ave., Milwaukee
Hold an Axe Man in one hand and an Axe in the other while you take out your frustration after a long day. Enjoy a bucket of Surly Brewing cans while you chuck a few axes. Enter for your chance to win a great Surly prize pack.
Tour of WI
May 4 @ 3:00 pm – May 11 @ 8:00 pm
Whos On Third, 1007 N. Old World Third Street, Milwaukee
Stop in all Beer Week long. $15.00 gets you a Usingers brat and a side of cheese curds, paired with pint of any local beer on tap.
MKE Brewing Feature at Groppis
May 4 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
G Groppi Food Market, 1441 E Russell Ave., Milwaukee
Join us for a Milwaukee Beer Week kick off sampling at Groppi Food Market. MKE Brewing will be featured on tap and pouring all their best sellers down in the heart of Bay View. Grab some beer before the Derby gets underway.
Beer Week Brunch
May 5 @ 8:00 am – May 11 @ 3:00 pm
Fuel Cafe: Walkers Point, 630 S 5th Street, Milwaukee
Brunch and Beer pairings will be available all week. Tuesday May 7th the Bell’s Rep will be in offering swag, prizes, and samples.
Crafty Cow Burger Pairing
May 5 @ 11:00 am – May 11 @ 10:00 pm
Crafty Cow Bay View, 2675 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee
For the second year in a row, Third Space and Crafty Cow partner up to bring you a brand new burger. This years creation… Morning in Denver. This burger has a beef patty, topped with Canadian bacon, fried egg, friend onions, and sauteed green peppers. This bad boy is paired up with That’s Gold Kolsch. They will also be creating a brand new poutine to be partied with Happy Place Pale Ale.
Half Way to Halloween
May 5 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Draft & Vessel, 4417 N. Oakland Ave., Milwaukee, WI
We’re half way to Halloween. Come celebrate with a special tapping of Third Space Haunted Barrel. This beer is released every Halloween at Third Space Brewing and is an Imperial Porter aged in Bourbon and Rum barrels with cinnamon, vanilla, coconut, and cocoa nibs. Its like trick or treat in a glass.
Drink Third Space Win Prizes
May 5 @ 12:00 pm – May 11 @ 10:00 pm
Cafe Lulu, 2265 S Howell Ave., Milwaukee
All beer week long, Cafe Lulu is partnering with Third Space Brewing. Three different beers will be on tap all week, and for every Third Space beer you buy, receive an extra raffle ticket to win some awesome prizes. Finish beer week strong with a Tap Takeover on Saturday, May 11 starting at 11am. No purchase necessary to enter to win prizes.
Crafts & Drafts – Spring Beer Fest – Sponsored by Discount Liquor
May 5 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Serb Hall, 5101 W. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee
This is the 7th Year of Crafts & Drafts and we can’t think of a better way to kick off Milwaukee Beer Week! At Crafts & Drafts, you’ll have a chance to try different beers from an amazing array of breweries, as well as being able to chat with brewery owners, brewmasters, and brewery representatives. Tickets are available for purchase on the Crafts & Drafts website. http://www.craftsanddrafts.org/tickets.html
Good City Tap Takeover
May 5 @ 2:00 pm – 4:05 pm
Smoke Shack, 322 N. Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee
Join us Sunday, May 5th for brunch, lunch, or dinner as we showcase some fun beers brew by Good City Brewing Company. Meet the rep from 2pm to 4pm as she passes out samples and find your favorite beer.
HalfAcre AfterParty Burnhearts
May 5 @ 5:00 pm – May 6 @ 2:00 am
Burnhearts, 2599 S. Logan Ave., Milwaukee
Stop by for our annual Crafts & Drafts after party at Burnhearts featuring a killer line up from Half Acre Beer Co. All welcome, come grab some tasty suds.
Beat the Breweries
May 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Up Down, 615 E. Brady Street, Milwaukee
Challenge your favorite brewery to a variety of games, for your chance to win a prize package. $12 gets you a pint from any participating brewery, a slice of pizza and 40 tokens
Three Lions Beer Dinner
May 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Three Lions Pub, 4515 N Oakland Ave., Milwaukee
Join Three Lions Pub and Third Space Brewing for a one of a kind beer dinner. Specialties and rarities from Third Space Brewing will be paired with brand new creations from Three Lions. Call to reserve your spot today. 414-763-6992.
2nd Annual Wyeast Beer Dinner
May 7 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wy’east Pizza, 5601 W Vliet St., Milwaukee
For the second year in a row, Third Space Brewing and Wyeast Pizza are teaming up for Milwaukee Beer Week. The amazing kitchen staff at Wyeast will be creating brand new menu items utilizing finished beer, wort, and spent grain. Some rarities, seasonals, and core favorites will be on tap. Come early, and come hungry.
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May 2, 2019 – May 5, 2019
Milwaukee Maifest at Estabrook Park Beer Garden
It’s Milwaukee Maifest time! Join the Milwaukee County Park System and neighbors from Milwaukee, Shorewood, Whitefish Bay and other nearby communities for the Official Kick Off to Beer Garden Season with Milwaukee Maifest at Estabrook Park. Festivities get underway on Thursday, May 2 at 5:30pm with the 2019 Maibock Anstich – Followed by Free beer until 6:30pm!
The fun lasts the whole weekend through Sunday, May 5th and includes Live Music, Food, Dance, Contests and Beer! Check out the beautiful trails in the park and the nice views of the Milwaukee River, which flows right past – and below – the Estabook Beer Garden.
You can easily get to Estabrook Park and the Beer Garden via Estabrook River Parkway, just south of Hampton Avenue and about 3/4 mile north of Highway 190/Capitol Drive. Highway 32 goes along Lake Michigan less than two miles to the east, while Highway 57 and I-43 approach less than two miles to the west. Definitely easy to get to – just look for the huge radio towers in the park!
Scroll down for a Schedule of Events.
Estabrook Park Beer Garden
4620 Estabrook Parkway
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 219-9065
Website
Estabrook Park Beer Garden Facebook Page
Milwaukee Maifest Schedule of Events at Estabrook Park Beer Garden
Thursday, May 2, 2019
4:30 PM: Austrian Express Live at Maifest
5:30 PM: 2019 Maibock Anstich – Opening Ceremony, Blessing of the Bock, Keg Tapping
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Free Beer with Friends of Estabrook Mug
6:30 PM: Masskrugstemmen Steinholding Contest
Friday, May 3, 2019
1:30 PM: Kenny Brandt Live in the Beer Garden
5:00 PM: King Solomon Reggae at Milwaukee Maifest
6:30 PM: Masskrugstemmen Steinholding Contest
Saturday, May 4, 2019
1:00 PM: Steve Meisner Band Live at Milwaukee Maifest
2:30 PM: D.A.N.K. German Dance Performance
4:30 PM: Spielmannszug Milwaukee Drum and Bugle Corps
5:00 PM: Blaskapelle Milwaukee Live at Milwaukee Maifest
6:30 PM: Masskrugstemmen Steinholding Contest
Sunday, May 5, 2019
1:00 PM: Squeezettes! Live at Milwaukee Maifest
2:00 PM: German Dance Performance
3:30 PM: Masskrugstemmen Steinholding Contest
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April 27, 2019 – April 28, 2019
Get bEHIND the aRTS Studio Tour
The last full weekend in April, the get bEHIND the aRTS Studio Tour offers three days filled with art––inviting guests to explore an entire weekend of creativity in Southeastern Wisconsin.
You’ll get up close and personal with nearly 100 area artists at the 9th annual get beHIND the aRTS. This two-day open house takes you to 32 studios, galleries and artist workspaces in Racine and Kenosha Counties. The purchase of a $5 pin (available at any location) gets you admission to all the sites both days. Tour hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday for Racine County locations and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday for Kenosha County locations. This year’s free Preview Party, with exhibits, art demonstrations, entertainment and an artist meet-and-greet, is 6 to 10 p.m. Friday at 5700 7th Avenue in Kenosha. Click here for the map and more event details on their site.
The weekend kicks off with the art party of the year, the GBTA Preview Party on Friday, April 26 from 6:00 to 10:00pm at 5800 7th Avenue in downtown Kenosha (Kenosha News Building).
On Saturday, April 27, Racine artists’ studios are open to the public, and on Sunday, April 28, Kenosha studios welcomes visitors. Artists’ workplaces are open on both days from 11:00am to 5:00pm.
Pick up your tour maps during the Preview Party or at any studio location the day of the tour.
Highways 11, 20 and 38 bring you to Racine from I-41/94 or Highway 31; Highways 50 and 158 bring you to Kenosha from I-41/94 or Highway 31; and Highway 32 runs along Lake Michigan between the two cities. Should be a nice weekend for a drive and to check out both cities, too!
gET bEHIND the aRTS Hours:
Preview Party in Kenosha at the Kenosha News building, 5800 7th Avenue in downtown Kenosha Friday night, April 26.
Racine, Saturday, April 27, 11 am – 5 pm
Kenosha, Sunday, April 28, 11 am – 5 pm
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April 27, 2019 – April 28, 2019
Wisconsin Alpaca & Fiber Fest
Wisconsin Alpaca & Fiber Fest
If you’re an animal lover, you love working with different fibers, or are just looking for a free, family activity with over 300 alpacas, head to West Bend for the Wisconsin Alpaca & Fiber Fest!
WisAFF is the premiere alpaca halter and fleece show in Wisconsin. Throughout the weekend, alpacas will be on display in the show ring. This are also fleece shows, fiber arts contests, a spin off, fiber classes, and seminars for people interested in alpacas. There will also be many vendors selling fiber and alpaca themed items.
NEW FOR 2019 WALKING FLEECE SHOW, with Sara Jane Maclennan serving as the 2019 walking fleece judge.
Wisconsin Alpaca & Fiber Fest admission & parking are both free!
Public Schedule
Saturday, April 27th, 2019
7:00 AM – Doors Open for exhibitors
8:00 AM – Halter show opens
8:30 AM – Show opens to public. Free Parking!
8:30 AM – Vendors open in lobby, Ziegler building and Pavilion
9:30 AM – Halter show photographer set up
10:00 AM – Spin-Off Display opens. Good luck!
1:00 PM – Bar opens in Ziegler building
5:30 PM – Alpaca Halter Show ends for the day; building closed to public
7:00 PM – Bar closes
7:30 PM – Breeder’s Reception and Dinner at host hotel (invite only)
8:00 PM – Buildings close for day
Food and refreshments will be available for purchase all day long in the Ziegler building. We are pleased to have Washington County 4-H provide our food.
Sunday, April 28th, 2019
8:00 AM – Halter show begins
8:30 AM – Open to public, free parking
8:30 AM – Vendors open in lobby, Ziegler building and Pavilion
TBA – Production Classes – Breeder’s Best, Get of Sire, Produce of Dam, Showmanship, then balance of halter show classes
9:30 AM – Halter show photographer set up
1:30 pm Spin-Off Display and Fleece Show end. Owners may pick up items
3:30 PM Show closes to public
You’ll find the Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center just off U.S. 45 on County PV (Pleasant Valley Road.) Highway 60 is just to the south, Highways 33 and 144 are just to the north in West Bend.
Wisconsin Alpaca and Fiber Fest Address:
3000 County PV
West Bend, WI 53095
(608) 219-6369
Website