Festivals & Special Events
Prancing Carousels
Lake Geneva Area
800.345.1020 or 262.882.3470
www.horsingaroundtown.net
Through September 19
In the spirit of Chicago's "Cows on Parade", carousel horses will adorn the streets of Lake Geneva this summer as Special Methods in Learning Equine Skills, Inc. (SMILES), a therapeutic riding center for adults and children with disabilities, mounts a public art exhibition featuring fiberglass carousel horses transformed into works of art by area artisans.
Don't miss "The Final Prance" Auction September 19
Cruise Nights
East Troy
262.642.2929
www.gussdrivein.com
Saturdays until the snow flies!
Dine under the neon canopy while listening to a DJ spinning all the favorite hits from the '50's and enjoy the classic cars that stack up around the restaurant.
Minneiska Water Ski Show
Scenic Ridge Campground, Whitewater
608.883.2920 or 262.472.8911
www.whitewaterskiteam.org
Saturdays through September
Providing free entertainment with great music, great costumes, and exciting performances.
Darien Corn Fest
Darien
www.dariencornfest.com
September 11-13
Featuring FREE delicious sweet corn Saturday & Sunday 11 am - 3 pm. Live music, food, carnival, and much, much more.
Lake Geneva Wine Festival
Lake Geneva Area
September 11-13
This three-day festival features nationally and locally recognized vintners and chefs.
Native American Heritage Days
Delavan
262.740.2335
September 18-20
Celebrate the Native American people's cultural traditions. Enjoy singing and dancing, educational displays and informative speakers, and unique arts & crafts.
9th Annual Scarecrow Fest
Delavan
262.728.5095
www.delavanwi.org
September 19
Scarecrow building, craft fair, music, food, & activities for the whole family.
Fall Color Festival
Kettle Moraine State Forest, Southern Unit
www.fallcolorfestival.org
September 26
A full day of heart-pounding, side-aching, gear-grinding, mountain bike excitement for the entire family.
The Fat Tire Memorial Tour of Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva Area
262.248.1196
www.fattirememorialtour.com
September 26
The route is strictly road, a beautiful scenic tour through Wisconsin's most beautiful terrain. So come on road riders and mountain bikers and join us for a day of fun in the sun.
Geneva Lakes Antique & Classic Boat Show
Fontana
847.395.8902
www.blackhawkacbs.com
September 26-27
Antique, classic, and contemporary wood boats from the early 1900's grace the shoreline of Geneva Lake. Featuring boat show, food, music, boat parade, & more.
Antique Flea Market
Elkhorn
414.525.0820
www.nlpromotionsllc.com
September 27
Over 500 dealers offer a wide range of merchandise from furniture to glassware, decoys to dolls, and everything else in between.
Oktoberfest
East Troy
262.642.37710
www.easttroywi.org
October 3
Community-wide celebration.
Walworth County Farm Tour
Throughout Walworth County
262.723.3980 or 800.395.8687
October 3
Experience life on a farm. Farms from throughout the county have opened their doors and are offering special events throughout the day.
18th Annual Lake Geneva Oktoberfest
Lake Geneva
800.345.1020
www.lakegenevawi.com
October 10-11
Featuring music, magic, and the Great Pumpkin Giveaway. Food and craft booths, restaurant and shopping specials and wagon rides make this a memorable weekend for all ages!
Oktoberfest
Elkhorn
262.723.5788
www.elkhorn-wi.org
October 17
Enjoy a chili cook off, scarecrow contest, kids games and fun for the whole family.
Haunted Trails
Scenic Ridge Campground, Whitewater
608.883.2920
www.scenicridgecampground.com
October 17, 23, 24
Get scared on the haunted trails on Whitewater Lake.
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