Downtown Beloit Sip & Stroll

Visit Beloit and Downtown Beloit Association have collaborated to bring an exciting, new event to Beloit! The 2017 Sip & Stroll is a wine tasting event that will be held rain or shine at 14 venues throughout historic downtown Beloit! PLEASE NOTE: You must start at the Vision Center (500 Public Ave.) to check in.

Downtown Appleton Soup Walk

Warm up and walk along the streets of downtown Appleton and taste all kinds of soups from restaurants along the way. At the event?s conclusion, vote for your favorite soup.

Elkhorn Oktoberfest

Downtown Square Elkhorn

A growing favorite in the community, the 12th Annual Elkhorn Oktoberfest will fill the town square with fall fun Saturday, October 21st from 9am-5pm in Veterans and Pocket Parks. Walk around the downtown square to see over 100 crafters and vendors showcasing handcrafted items, antiques, produce and plants, home party consultants and more.

Boo at the Zoo

Calling all candy collectors for this day-long trick-or-treating event, which incorporates all of the zoo's furry and scaly friends. At the event, kids can also enjoy a straw bale maze, arts and crafts, and pumpkin decorating.

Madison Freakfest

This party on the street event is the region's largest annual Halloween party and music festival. Featuring over 15 popular artists on three different stages, Freakfest has been a spooktacular event for over 10 years. madfreakfest.com

Wisconsin Science Festival

This four-day statewide event celebrates science, technology, arts and culture, the natural world and more. (Many events take place at the Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery in Madison.) Challenge the mind to various science, engineering and math related activities that are fun for adults and children alike.

Wisconsin Book Festival

Every fall, thousands of people gather for this celebrated literary event that connects the active Midwest literary community with the great authors of today. Check out discussions, readings and activities based on the books themselves.

Beer and Spirits Festival

Brews, bites and so much fun, it?s scary! Featuring over 150 different beers to sample from, this Halloween-themed beer festival also includes a photo booth, multiple snack vendors, souvenirs and a hopped-up VIP experience.

Swissfest

Join this south central Wisconsin town in celebrating the 51st annual year of this Swiss-themed festival. Festivities include a diverse variety of ethnic dining options, live music and dancing in the town?s Grand Hall.

Opening Day at Granite Peak Ski Area

Granite Peak Ski Area, Wausau, WI Wausau

Celebrate opening day, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with the live music of Scott Kirby, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and fireworks at 8 p.m. Lift tickets are just $29 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and rentals are half-priced. Happy hour drink specials last all night in the Historic Chalet.