Spring Fair on the Square

Experience the charms of downtown Baraboo at this semi-annual arts and crafts fair with 150-plus Midwest artists, complete with a farmers’ market, live music and family activities.

Syttende Mai Festival

Celebrate Norwegian independence through Norwegian dance, food, music, parades and other cultural events.

Wisconsin State Polka Festival

Roll out the barrel and experience a cultural and musical tradition through dance lessons and music by big bands.

Civil War Living History Festival

Civil War reenactors from foot soldiers to President Lincoln bring new life to the Milton House Museum. Enjoy a reenactment tour of the house, or watch historic military and cannon demonstrations.

ChocolateFest

This cocoa-lover’s paradise presents fun for the whole family, with games, rides, music and of course, chocolate.

Brat Fest

The World’s Largest Brat Fest takes over Madison on Memorial Day Weekend. Enjoy Johnsonville brats and Boar’s Head hot dogs in addition to music, entertainment, carnival and a charity bike ride.

Cows on the Concourse

Meet cows up-close on the Capitol Square at this family-friendly event perfectly paired with the Saturday farmers’ market.

Cars on State Classic Car Show

Classic cars line downtown’s State Street in this summertime tradition. Enjoy classic cars and views of the Capitol, as well as the shops, boutiques and restaurants of downtown.