January 2009
January 9, Sauk Prairie – Eagle Watching Days – While any winter day is a good day to watch Bald Eagles in Sauk Praire, special events are planed for Jan 16th & 17th. For more information visit www.saukprairie.com
January 17-18, Wisconsin Dells – Flake Out Festival - Wisconsin’s official snow sculpting competition, horse-drawn wagon rides, winter games and more. For more information call 800-223-3557.
February 2009
February 7, Wisconsin Dells – Candlelight Ski/Hike – Put on by Friends of Mirror Lake, the ski/hike/snowshoe event covers 2 one mile torch lit loops. There is food and beverages available and two big bonfires to keep you warm. Wisconsin State Park Admission stickers are required onall vehicles. For more information call (608)254-2333. – www.mirrorlakewisconsin.com
March 2009
March 7-8, Sauk Prairie – Wollersheim Winery Open House – Tour behind the scenes of our fermentation room, underground wine cellars and other production areas not usually open to the public. Grapevine pruning demonstrations, cooking with wine, and talks by our winemaker scheduled each day. Something for the whole family. No admission fee. Open to the public. 10:00 am- 4:00 pm – www.wollersheimwinery.com
March 7, Portage – Midwest Open – Freestyle skiing and snowboarding competition held at Cascade Mountain Resort near Portage. For more information call: 608-742-5588.
April 2009
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May 2009
May 2-3, Baraboo – Badger Steam and Gas Swap Meet. Antique tractors, antique car parts, antique gas engines and parts, literature, collectibles, tools, toys, machinery and crafts. Auction on Saturday. Food for sale on the grounds. For more information: 608-522-4905 or visit www.badgersteamandgas.com.
May 16-17, Baraboo – Circus World Museum Opening Weekend. Circus World’s 50th Anniversary Summer Performance Season begins with a classic American-style circus performance, Ring of Illusions Magic Show, KidsWorld Circus, Animal Encounters, tours, demonstrations exhibits and much, much more.
For more information visit www.wisconsinhistory.org/circusworld
May 16-17, Wisconsin Dells – Automotion Car Show – more than 900 show cars on display, a car corral with cars for sale, a swap meet, live entertainment and great food. Sat 7AM-5PM, Sun 7AM-3PM. 1410 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy. For more information call 800-223-3557.
May 16, Downtown Baraboo – Amocore Bank Faire on the Square 22nd annual art and craft event featuring 200 vendors, food court, farmer’s market, live entertainment, children’s activities, and festival court with games, rides and more. For more information visit www.downtownbaraboo.com.
June 2009
June 6-7, Baraboo – Free Fishing Weekend, Open House at Devil’s Lake State Park Free admission on Sunday. Visit www.devilslakewisconsin.com
June 6, Baraboo – Zoo Crew Day – Annual fundraiser for the zoo. “Pizza in the Park”, all you can eat pizza and pasta provided by Pizza Hut, served 11a-3p. Children’s games and activities, silent auction and arts & crafts fair.
June 20-21, Sauk Prairie – Wollersheim Winery Prairie Fume Picknic Days – A chance to relax and explore the winery on the outside like never before! Families of all ages are invited to picnic at the winery to kick-off summer. Bring your own food, picnic blankets or lawn chairs and the winery will have wine to purchase, live music, family adventure, and of course a unique atmosphere to enjoy. – www.wollersheimwinery.com
June 26-28, Baraboo – Baraboo-Dells Airshow – Air Show featuring thrilling feats of acrobatics. Friday Nite Air Show Spectacular. WWII Airplanes, Military Aircraft, Classic Car Show, Kid’s Zone, Trade Show, Helicopter and Bi-plane rides, Food and Beverages. Lawn chairs and blankets are recommended. For more information: www.baraboodellsairshow.com
June 28-July 5, Baraboo – Circus World Prepares For Great Circus Parade – Gaze upon the glorious colors of Circus World’s unparalleled collection of authentic circus parade wagons displayed throughout the museum grounds. It will be a photographer’s paradise of circus wonders as the wagons are made ready for their trip to Milwaukee and the Great Circus Parade on July 12. If you cannot attend the Great Circus Parade, make sure you see this stunning collection of wagons on display in Baraboo! – www.wisconsinhistory.org/circusworld
July 2009
July 4, Baraboo – Fireworks – Independance Day fireworks show held at the Baraboo High School. Free Event begins at Dusk. For information call 800-227-2266
July 25, Baraboo – Old Fashioned Days Festival – Annual Downtown Baraboo event featuring old fashioned sales area wide and activities. Farmer’s market, car show/display, old fashioned prices at retail stores, legendary water fights, music, food and more. – www.downtownbaraboo.com
August 2009
August 8, Baraboo – Summer Art Classic - One of the premiere small fine art festivals in Wisconsin attracting artists from throughout the Midwest. Juried artists in fine sculpture, glass, jewelry, painting, photography, ceramics, fiber art and more. Food, entertainment, and children’s activities, all in a park-like setting. Located in Downtown Baraboo amidst quaint shops, restaurants and pubs. Held rain or shine. – www.saukcountyartassociation.org
August 21-23, Baraboo – Badger Steam & Gas Show - See antique engines and tractors in action. This year’s feature is J.I. Case. Flea market, crafts, antiques, food vendors. – www.badgersteamandgas.com
September 2009
September 4, Baraboo – Baraboo River Rendezvous Reenactment of the pre-1840 fur trade era. Events include kids games & Candy Cannon, hawk & knife throws, pie baking contest, flint fire starting, trap toss, fry pan throw (women only), fishing on river, blanket bow shoot. No pets allowed. Period food available on site. For more information call: 608-356-8172.
October 2009
October 10 , Baraboo – Amocore Bank Fall Faire on the Square annual art and craft event featuring 200 vendors, food court, farmer’s market, live entertainment, children’s activities, and festival court with games, rides and more. For more information visit www.downtownbaraboo.com.
October 12 , Wisconsin Dells – Wisconsin Dells Autumn Harvest Festival Activities include scarecrow stuffing, pumpkin decorating, an arts & crafts fair, farmer’s market, hay and pony rides, live entertainment, micro-brew tasting, and fall color tours. Downtown Wisconsin Dells.
October 16-18 , Baraboo – Fall Art Tour – 15th annual event. A select collection of some of the best-known artists in southwest Wisconsin invites you on a self-guided driving tour into their private studios in Baraboo, Spring Green, Dodgeville and Mineral Point and points in between. – www.fallarttour.com
November 2009
November 21, Baraboo – WRPQ Holly Jolly Light Parade Celebrating with small hometown charm, this parade has captivated audiences from young to old. Families from miles around have made the parade a part of their holiday tradition. Grandparents, moms and dads and all the kids bundle up and line the streets of Downtown Baraboo to enjoy the dozens of glittering floats, costumed characters and novelty units that make up this holiday parade. Following the parade, children are invited to visit with Santa Claus and have their picture taken. For more information visit www.downtownbaraboo.com.
December 2009
December 11-12, Baraboo – The Very Merry Holiday Fair – “Artisans, Authors and Purveyors of good things to eat.” A fresh idea for holiday shopping. Local potters, bakers, jewelers, glass artists and so much more. 20-25 area artisans in one location.- www.theverymerryholidayfair.com
- FOR MORE EVENT INFORMATION VISIT WWW.DOWNTOWNBARABOO.COM -