Sep.
12
Downtown Wisconsin Dells transforms into a carnival with arts and crafts fairs, the Maxwell Street Days flea market, live music, and a colorful parade. The street carnival rides and petting zoo appeal to families while fall colors set the scene.
Sep.
19
Country legends Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, and Sheryl Crow headline an all-day concert at Alpine Valley Music Theatre. Fans enjoy an authentic country gathering with gourmet food trucks and festival camaraderie.
Sep.
25
Known as the Midwest’s longest-running Oktoberfest, the fest features polka bands, stein races, Lederhosen Games, and a nightly Torchlight Parade. Visitors of all ages sample craft beers, dance to brass bands, and watch two parades celebrating German heritage.
Oct.
04
Food vendors and speakers unite to highlight compassionate plant-based living with cooking demos, tasting booths, and family-friendly activities. The festival promotes wellness through cruelty-free choices in the heart of Madison’s green spaces.
Oct.
04
Experience traditional crafts, local food trucks, and live folk music in this historic downtown Mount Horeb event. Kids can enjoy pumpkin painting and cider tastings while parents explore artisan stalls.
Oct.
11
Join a beachfront carnival featuring a 5K run/walk, pie-baking contest, and scarecrow sculpture display. Games, pony rides, and live entertainment engage families in this lakeside community celebration.
Oct.
11
Celebrate Bavarian culture with polka music, a family beer garden, and an artisan market along the lakefront. Children’s pumpkin painting and cornhole contests ensure fun for all ages in colorful autumn surroundings.
Oct.
16
Ten days of hands-on exhibits, lectures, and guided nature hikes across 52 counties. Events include science theatre shows, family expos, and pub nights that invite all ages to explore the art-science connection.