Your browser is not supported for this experience. We recommend using Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. People's State Bank Sports Complex, 602 E Kent St., Wausau, WI 54403 Join us for the Hmong Wausau Festival, the premier Hmong cultural event in Central Wisconsin, proudly presented by the Hmong American Center, Inc., and in partnership with the Central Wisconsin Convention & Visitor Bureau. This vibrant festival celebrates the rich traditions of the Hmong community through a showcase of sports, music, and arts. Engage in thrilling competitions and witness the talents of the community in flag football, volleyball, soccer, and more. Experience the cultural pageantry of singing, dancing, and the Mr. Hmong Royalty Talent Pageant. Savor the flavors and crafts as food and merchandise vendors from across the nation converge in Wausau to offer their unique products. Since its inaugural even...
The Brady Street Business Improvement District (BID) represents Brady Street, located in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. We are home to some of the city’s finest restaurants, shops, taverns, salons, cafes, and so much more!
Turn up the tradition with us in 2027 from July 30th – August 1st* We wanted to give a HUGE thank you to all of our directors, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who came to German Fest! This event is not possible without our amazing community who supports us in every way possible. Stay tuned this week for more content from the weekend and an announcement on next years dates! To ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all guests, performers, staff, vendors, and contractors, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. (MWF) enforces the safety policies for all public and private events held at Henry Maier Festival Park (PARK). By entering the Park, you consent to security screening, bag inspection, and agree to comply with Park policies and lawful instructions issued by MWF Security. See more details about entering the gates on our admission page .
Waupun Fine Arts was founded in 1998 by two individuals who were passionate about the arts and showcasing them in Waupun’s beautiful and historic City Hall Auditorium. Since then WFA has been Dedicated to promoting and supporting local arts and artists of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Thank you to all who have helped us in our mission for the arts in Waupun! Waupun Fine Arts, Inc. (WFA) has been around since 1998. The organization began with two enthusiastic people, Lori Page and Melanie Williams who were interested in showcasing the beautiful and historic Waupun City Hall Auditorium. The Wisconsin Sesquicentennial was being celebrated that year and Lori and Melanie were interested in honoring this event with a Harvest Moon Ball. This gala event brought residents and visitors, dancers and spectators to the Auditorium. Men wore tuxedos and women graced the ballroom with elegant dress...
Sheboygan Brat Days returns to Kiwanis Park, 726 Kiwanis Park Road, on Friday, July 31, from 5 to 11 pm, continuing Saturday, August 1. The Sheboygan Jaycees have hosted the free festival since 1953, with free live music and bratwurst at the center of the celebration.
Thank you to our amazing sponsors whose support is essential in creating the annual State Fair! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of Wisconsin State Fair and adding your company to this list, check out our sponsorship opportunities by clicking the button below. SEPTEMBER 5, 2026 - Please join us for another exciting day of racing action at the Milwaukee Mile, America's longest-operating race track, brought to you by the Great Lakes Sport Car Club (GLSCC), Chicagoland Sports Car Club (CSCC) and sanctioned by Midwestern Council of Sports Car Clubs (MCSCC, MC). The action-packed weekend has MC points events on tap with Sprint Race #10, HPDE, and High-Speed Autocross #4. SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 - Featuring music from Bella Cain. Wednesday Night Live is a unique, FREE, weekly summer concert series held exclusively at the Bud Pavilion. SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 - Join us for the second annual...
Juried art fair on the Kneeland-Walker grounds, featuring artists working in ceramics, jewelry, glass, fiber, painting and other media.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-10-11): not yet open. Applications open November 1, 2026 and close February 27, 2027. Jury fee $15; accepted booth fee $155.
CelticMKE Milwaukee Irish Fest Irish Fest Scrapbook School of Music Summer School Ward Irish Music Archives A hundred thousand welcomes are waiting for you at Milwaukee Irish Fest. 17 stages of music, dance, and cultural entertainment. Each year, they depart from Ireland and lands beyond, some crossing the North Atlantic to American coastlines, some venturing even further. Colorful and charming, they travel in groups and as families, carrying a natural sense of return as they reach their destination. We’re speaking of puffins, of course, but the very same could be said of those who make the journey to Milwaukee Irish Fest. No matter where you’ve traveled from, sé do bheatha ‘bhaile (shay doh vaha wallya). Welcome home.
Art and craft fair within Ashley for the Arts. Vendor trading runs Friday and Saturday, August 13–14, rather than the full three-day music festival. Booth fees are $150 for 10x10 or $300 for 10x20.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-10-19): not yet open. 2027 vendor application is explicitly marked Coming soon.
Mexican Fiesta 2026 Mexican Fiesta brings the sound, culture, and taste of México to Milwaukee’s lakefront this coming August 21, 22 & 23, 2026. Join in on the fun as we celebrate three days of fun, food, Mariachi, and Fiesta for everyone. Mexican Fiesta is more
Now in its 29th year, the Donna Lexa Memorial Art Fair is held at Wales Community Park, 420 Brandybrook Road in Wales, Wisconsin, on August 22, 2026 from 9 am to 4 pm. Jurors select fine artists and craftspeople working in painting, photography, pottery, glass, wood, jewelry, metal, mixed media, drawing, and fiber art, with a $125 entry fee and no commission taken from artist sales. The day also includes live music, a kids area, food like hamburgers and brats, and a used book sale at nearby Jerusalem Presbyterian Church benefiting mission work.
Taste of Portage - Aug. 28 & 29, 2026 - Aug 28, 2026 to Aug 29, 2026 Join us in downtown Portage for summer fun! The event will continue on Cook Street, DeWitt Street and at Market Square. Live Music, Car Show, Food, Drinks, Vendors, Kid's Activities, Sidewalk Sales, Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk The event will continue at Market Square and include Cook and DeWitt Street this year for the Car Show. We will have live music, food, drinks, kid's activities, a classic car & truck show, craft vendors and a half marathon with a 5K. Events take place at Market Square Parking Lot at the corner of Hwy 33 and Adams Street and along Cook and DeWitt Street on Saturday. Bring a chair, listen to the music and enjoy the weekend. Dogs are welcome and need to be on a leash at the event. Activities at Market Square in downtown at the corner of Hwy 33 and Adams Street - Half Marathon and 5K. Half starts a...
Wander into the Unknown at The Pottsfield Pilgrim Market, where the quiet woodland mystery comes to life.
This enchanting art and craft vendor popup celebrates this strange and wonderful autumnal series.
What to expect:
Small Shops & Vendors: Browse a delightful array of handmade treasures including candles, graphic tees, tote bags, bag charms, cell phone cases, earrings, pottery, art prints, jewelry, and more — all featuring pop culture themes that echo the festive, mysterious energy of the day.
Tasty Themed Treats: Enjoy harvest-inspired bites & drinks
Free Parking: Ample, convenient parking means you can focus on the fun without any fuss.
Family-Friendly Atmosphere: A welcoming, place for all ages filled with cozy fall charm.
Come in Costume: Embrace the theme! Dress as your favorite characters from the Unknown, pilgrims, woodland creatures, or any autumn-inspired look for added magic, prizes, and community fun.
Pop Culture Pop Up, Pop Culture Pop Ups
Books Breath is about the voice that flows out of every book — the wisdom, the stories, the tiny words that wriggle from the author's mind and lodge themselves in the crevices of the reader's heart.This one-day event brings that feeling into one room: authors, booksellers, bookish crafters, stationery, and everything cozy. Sip tea, grab a coffee, and enjoy a pastry to keep you fueled while you shop. Meet local authors, find a hand-bound journal, discover your next favorite read, or just spend the day surrounded by people who understand the pull of a good story.
Downtown festival with food, vendor booths, music and children’s activities on Silver Street. The 2027 date is confirmed; current vendor fees and application availability are not yet verified.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-10-19): unknown. 2027 festival is announced, but printable vendor form still says 2026 and the online application could not be verified. Contact the Chamber for the new edition.
Welcome to The Hundred Acre Woods Market, a sweet stroll through the storybook forest where friendship is the greatest treasure of all. Grab your bestest friend and come shopping! You'll find local art, handcrafted apparel, and keepsakes inspired by a honey-loving bear and his woodland friends who remind us that the simplest adventures are likely the sweetest.
What Awaits You:
• Magical small shops
• Pin trading community area
• Artisan treats and beverages
• Free parking
• Family-friendly atmosphere
Outdoor juried arts and crafts festival. Booths are 15x12 and cost $100 without electricity or $135 with electricity. Vendors provide their own furnishings and remain open 9am–4pm.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-10-19): open. Official signed 2027 vendor agreement is available for mail-in applications.
Three-day community festival with arts, crafts, food and market vendors. Art and craft booths are 10x10, staffed 7am–5pm all three days. Application materials for the new edition are not yet released.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-10-19): not yet open. Current official vendor page announces January 18, 2027 for arts/crafts applications.
City guides with the venues that host festivals, who issues the permits, what the weather does to an outdoor season, and the local vendors worth calling.
