Festivals in New Glarus, WI.
Festival Concerts, Food Festivals
Lake Country Art Festival
July 11, 2026
lakecountryartfestival.com
(262) 717-5817
Naga-Waukee Park - Delafield, WI
We are located at beautiful Naga-waukee Park, which is just north if I-94 on Highway 83 in Delafield. There is something for everyone to enjoy with over 100 artists specializing in textiles, woodwork, pottery, glass, fine art and jewelry. A $10 donation per carload will be collected
Midsummer Festival of the Arts
July 18 - 19, 2026
jmkac.org/engage/programs/midsummer-festiva..
(920) 694-4695
John Michael Kohler Arts Center and Sheboygan's City Green - Sheboygan, WI
This highly anticipated free event brings thousands of festivalgoers and artists together. The festival features more than 100 juried artists, offering original works of art in a wide variety of categories, including ceramics, painting, photography, metal, fiber, watercolor, wood, jewelry, and others. The weekend also includes live music and performances, exhibitions, hands-on art making, demonstrations, food, and fun. The emerging artist area for up to five invited artists, offers an opportunity for collegiate and rising artists to learn about business in the arts. Applications may be submitted online at zapplication.
Hayward Fall Festival
September 26, 2026
haywardareachamber.com/fall-festival
(715) 634-8662
Main Street - Hayward, WI
A large variety of art/craft vendors with hard to find and one-of-a-kind items. Join us for this Northern Wisconsin, family friendly tradition - plus, enjoy the many glorious fall colors.
Holiday Fair
November 19 - 22, 2026
Holiday Fair Website
(608) 789-7415
La Crosse Center - La Crosse, WI
Area's largest craft show. $5 admission fee, concessions available on site, hourly door prizes, Santa & Rudolph on hand for photos, carolers. No retailers, buy/sell or kits allowed.
The Midwest Paracon
April 23 - 24, 2027
The Midwest Paracon
(715) 514-8331
Woodman's Sports and Conference Center - Janesville, WI
The Midwest Paracon is a gathering of paranormal celebrity guests from television and big screen welcoming fans and the curious to 2 days of interesting experiences. 80+ vendors will be available for the fair-goers of all types from artisans and crafters to psychic mediums and crystal vendors. Friday and Saturday night special events let by the celebrity guests along with a Friday and Saturday ghost hunt at Brodhead Manor for VIP ticket holders. Great opportunity to meet and greet with the stars.
Events in New Glarus, WI — upcoming
July 18, 2026
Blues, Brews and Food Truck Festival
New Glarus Village Park, New Glarus, WI
Status: Updated 3/10/2026
This Wisconsin Food Festival will have no exhibit booths and 15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-8pm.
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Wilhelm Tell Festival Art in the Park
300 Railroad Street, New Glarus, WI
Status: Updated 7/22/2025
This Wisconsin Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm. This event will also include kid's area.
September 24 - 27, 2026
New Glarus Oktoberfest
Downtown, New Glarus, WI
Status: Updated 3/10/2026
This Wisconsin Festival will have no exhibit booths and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 6pm-10pm; Fri 5pm-12 midnight; Sat 9:30am-12 midnight; Sun 10:30am-6pm. This event will also include: farm wagon rides, bake sale, local historical displays, children's activities.
December 4 - 6, 2026
Christkindli Market
Downtown, New Glarus, WI
Status: Updated 3/10/2026
This Wisconsin Marketplace Expo will have commercial/retail, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 3pm-7pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm.
June 2027 (dates not updated)
Polkafest
Downtown, New Glarus, WI
Status: Updated 3/10/2026
This Wisconsin Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat 10am-8pm.
June 2027 (dates not updated)
Beer, Bacon and Cheese Festival
418 Railroad St, New Glarus, WI
Status: Updated 3/10/2026
This Wisconsin Food Festival will have no exhibit booths and 44 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 1pm-5pm. Admission tickets are $30 - $60.
