Spiders Alive! at MPM

Milwaukee Public Museum 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee

Spiders Alive October 5-January 12 Explore this exciting eight-legged exhibit with 17 species of live spiders from around the world. Learn about spiders’ anatomy and signature traits, like venom and silk-making. Discover little-known defense mechanisms such as mimicry and noise-making. Climb on a spider model that’s 50x larger than its life-sized counterpart! See a rare

Cranberry Festival

Stone Lake Stone Lake

During the first week of October, thousands of people gather to celebrate the cranberry harvest with parades, games, food and drinks. Also go on a cranberry marsh tour, watch the krate derby, do arts and crafts, and shop the flea market.

A Day on the Farm in Platteville

University Wisconsin-Platteville College Farm Hosted by Platteville Regional Chamber 29200 College Farm Road, Platteville

Enjoy a free family friendly event exploring a working farm. Guided tours, demonstrations and kids activities are all part of this day of learning about agriculture. Have lunch on the farm and support a local 4-H club as they will have food items for sale. Event runs 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The Gift of Poetry

Green Bay Botanical Garden 2600 Larsen Rd, Green Bay

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Sandy Johnson, Author & Retired Teacher Anyone can be a poet! Start your poetry journey by learning the process of writing the Japanese style poem of Haiku. Bring along a photo of a special person, place or object as inspiration as you create your Haiku. Sandy will share examples of

Mystery at MPM

Milwaukee Public Museum 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee

Explore the mysterious and spooky side of MPM as you put your sleuthing skills to the test! Solve diabolical riddles, interview shady characters, and gather tips to aid your investigation. Grab your magnifying glass and detective hat to follow a series of clues that lead you through the twisting corridors and shadowy corners of the

Feargrounds

Waukesha Waukesha

Rated #1 in America for haunted houses, the Wisconsin Feargrounds has terror at every turn. It features three haunted houses as well as a new escape room.

Fall Fest in Sparta, WI

Downtown Sparta Sparta

Sparta, Wisconsin will host their annual Fall Fest on Saturday, Oct 12 with a Farmers Market, food, craft and food vendors and more.

Historic Downtown Day

La Crosse La Crosse

Step back in time and celebrate La Crosse’s rich downtown history! Take a guided architectural walking tour of one of the largest historic commercial districts in Wisconsin. Tempt your taste buds with special fare from downtown eateries. Listen to a variety of street musicians and bands, watch craft demonstrations, and browse an antique sale and

Oktoberfest

Lake Geneva Lake Geneva

Enjoy bounce houses, pony rides, arts and crafts, live music and food in the heart of downtown Lake Geneva. New this year is a tent featuring Hofbräuhaus brews.

Kohler Food & Wine Experience

Kohler Kohler

One of the state’s most indulgent food celebrations, this extravaganza features celebrity chefs, cocktails, tastings, culinary seminars and parties, all held at the American Club in the idyllic town of Kohler. Learn about food and spirits pairings, matching up cheeses and chocolates, watch an “America’s Test Kitchen” 20th anniversary presentation and more.