Jul.
01
Held along the Mississippi River in western Wisconsin where the Black, La Crosse, and Mississippi Rivers converge, this community festival has marked the Fourth of July holiday for decades with multiple days of live music across outdoor stages, food vendors, a carnival, family activities, and a fireworks display over the water, which is central to the festival's identity.
Jul.
09
Rev up at the Iola Car Show and Swap Meet, the Midwest auto epicenter. Explore 4,000 swap spaces and 2,400 show cars, plus a drone show, concerts and a pinup contest. This year's theme spotlights red, white and blue vehicles from 1995 and older. (July 9–11).
Jul.
09
Celebrate at the free Neillsville Heritage Days at Schuster Park and downtown. Enjoy live music, karaoke and an ATV pull, plus a quilt show and chicken BBQ. Kids will love water fights, bouncy houses and petting zoos. Don't miss the lively community parade. (July 9–12).
Jul.
10
Watch the skies glow at the Taste N Glow Balloon Festival in Marathon City. Marvel at hot air balloons and a dazzling Night Glow spectacle. Enjoy live music, food and crafts, plus log rolling, a classic car show and an exciting drone show.
Jul.
30
Discover the free Mile of Music Festival across 40 venues in downtown Appleton. Hear more than 700 original sets from over 200 artists and enjoy music education programs. Co-founded by Cory Chisel, this celebration of original music brings the community together.
Aug.
01
Spice up your day at the free National Mustard Day outdoor food festival at the National Mustard Museum in Middleton. Enjoy hot dogs, brats and mustard sampling galore. Live music, face painting and games make this a flavorful, family-friendly celebration you won't want to miss..
Aug.
15
Enjoy the Corn and Tater Festival at Grand Marsh Lions Park, Adams County's largest one-day festival. Browse arts and crafts tents, enjoy free live music and join in the family fun. Held rain or shine, it's a welcoming celebration for all ages.
Sep.
04
Wave goodbye to summer at the free Greenwood End of Summerfest and Car Show on Main Street. Enjoy tractor pulls, a car and truck show, bands and crafts. Kids love bounce houses and Hot Wheels races. Visit the Branstiter Museum wine and cheese tasting.
Sep.
06
Raise a stein at the free Oktoberfest USA in La Crosse, the Midwest's longest-running Oktoberfest and a USA Today Top 10 pick. Enjoy the Torchlite and Maple Leaf parades, polka music and carnival rides. Savor Wisconsin food and gather in the lively Biergarten.
Sep.
06
Savor the free Sausage Fest at Riverview Park in downtown Eagle River. Enjoy live music, dancing and raffles, plus locally made sausages and Oktoberfest beers. Kids' activities by the Northwoods Children's Museum add to the fun. Hosted by the Eagle River Lions Club.