JULY
July 23-25, 2010
Northwoods Fall Art Tour - a self-guided tour of 32 artists' studios, many of which are rarely open to the public. The purpose of the tours are to engage the public in the art making process, and many artists encourage people to try their hand at the medium. The artists provide demonstrations during the 3 day tour, and have artwork for sale at every location. 2010 tour dates are: July 23,24,25 and October 1,2,3, from 10-5 daily. For more information or a brochure, contact Riverrun Center for the Arts, 715-277-4224, riverrun@newnorth.net, or go to the art tour website at www.northwoodsarttour.com where a brochure can be downloaded.
July 31, 2010
Joe Bucher Blues Fest - 11th Annual at the St. Germain Community Park. Live music by legendary nationally syndicated guide Joe Bucher, also serving his famous Memphis ribs & pork butts prepared by authentic Memphis smokers. (715) 362-7800 ext. 2605 Click Here for more information
AUGUST
August 5 - 7, 2010
6th Annual Pig In The Pines Ribfest - Professional Award Winning National Rib Vendors cooking ribs every day; try a sampler or have a meal. Live bands performing all three days! Scheer's Lumberjack Show will perform three shows daily. Great Lakes Climbing will have games and rides for everyone. Event hours are 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM each day. Daily admission is $5.00 and there is always free parking. We will turn back time in 2009! Visit www.piginthepines.com for more details. (715) 477-2205 | (800) 727-7203
August 12-15, 2010
Vilas County Fair - Midway by Rainbow Valley Rides. No Gate Charge! Visit www.co.vilas.wi.us/fair for more information.
(715) 479-2057
August 18, 2010
Paul Bunyan Fest -
10am - 4pm, Downtown Eagle River. This fun filled family fun event features chain saw carving demonstrations, over 60 arts-n-crafts vendors, live musical entertainment and a Paul Bunyan Roast Cook-off by area businesses. Come on down and enjoy a Paul Bunyan size luncheon which includes a heap'n help'n of potato salad, corn, a HUGE BEEF sandwich and a cookie. Food is served starting at 11:00 am and until gone. For more information contact the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce at 800-359-6315
August 20 - 22, 2010
25th Annual National Championship
Musky Open
The Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center along with the Musky Clubs Alliance of Wisconsin each year host a very exciting family oriented catch and release musky tournament held on 6 different lake families, including St. Germain. For information on the tournament or for registration information contact the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center at 800-359-6315
August 28, 2010
Bo-Boen's Benefit Pig Roast & Bash - Sportsmen’s Chalet, starts at 2:00 PM with serving starting at 5:30 PM. Proceeds go to trail maintenance by Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club
(715) 479-8788
August 28 & 29, 2010
Festival Of Flavors - featuring culinary and narture artisans showcasing their unique Wisconsin wines, cheeses and cuisine that is specially made for this event. Held at Riverview Park in Eagle River. For more infomation contact Ron or Cindy at (715)479-6425, or (715)477-0645 Eagle River Revitalization.
SEPTEMBER
September 17, 2010
Town Scarecrow Contest Judging - Celebrate the autumn season by viewing the many scarecrows decorating St. Germain. Judging will begin at Noon.
(715) 477-2205 (800) 727-7203
September 18, 2010
51th Annual Colorama - St. Germain is the “Birthplace of Colorama”. Craft Show from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Silent auction, farmers’ market, wine tasting and pumpkin painting for the children. “Mums the Word” fall flower sale. A variety of great food will be available. Held in St. Germain Community Park. (715) 477-2205 (800) 727-7203
September 18, 2010
Lions Paintball Turkey Shoot - Paintball turkey shoot, meat raffle, gun & knife raffle, 50/50 raffle, scatterboard, paddlewheel and money drawing. Fun for all ages! (715) 479-8788
September 21, 2010
Women's Service Club Fashion Show - Held at the Whitetail Inn. (715)542-2454
September 24 - 25, 2010
46th Annual Beef-a-rama - Friday eve dance 6-9:30pm. Saturday 9am - Rump Roast Run sponsored by the Lakeland Area Rotary Clubs.
The downtown beef cook-offs begin bright and early in the morning along with live music and other tasty treats. Early sandwich sales begin at 1pm. Other all day activities include a craft show at Torpy Park from 9am to 5pm, kids activities, and of course the famous parade of beef at 2:45 down main street. Cap off the day by purchasing one of these succulent beef sandwiches at 3pm at Torpy Park, Minocqua.
OCTOBER
October 2 & 3, 2010
31th Annual Cranberry Fest - Eagle River, WI.
October 1-3, 2010
Northwoods Fall Art Tour - a self-guided tour of 32 artists' studios, many of which are rarely open to the public. The purpose of the tours are to engage the public in the art making process, and many artists encourage people to try their hand at the medium. The artists provide demonstrations during the 3 day tour, and have artwork for sale at every location. 2010 tour dates are: July 23,24,25 and October 1,2,3, from 10-5 daily. For more information or a brochure, contact Riverrun Center for the Arts, 715-277-4224, riverrun@newnorth.net, or go to the art tour website at www.northwoodsarttour.com where a brochure can be downloaded.
October 2 & 3, 2010
21st Annual Greater Wisconsin Muskie Tournament - Ten area lakes are included in this catch & release tournament. Cash drawing and many fantastic door prizes are awarded to the entrants. More information, entry forms, and regulations available at our Greater Wisconsin Muskie Tournament page.
October 30, 2010
11th Annual OKTOBEARFEST - Held 10AM to 4PM at Black Bear Lodge featuring craft and art exhibits displayed in the resort's accommodations, hay rides, pumpkin painting, polka music, German food & beverages and more! Event benefits the Vilas County Historical Museum.
(715) 479-5778 or (800) 563-4340
NOVEMBER
November 13, 2010
November Christmas Bazaar - Craft Show with an emphasis on Christmas benefiting Big Brothers/Big Sisters. From 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the Community Center. Fresh wreaths & garland for sale, bake ales & cookies, children's activities, a 50/50 raffle, holiday gourmet gifts and including a visit from Mr. & Mrs. Claus!
November 20-28, 2010
Gun-Deer Season - Deer hunting season open
November 20-28, 2010
Thanksgiving Holiday Special - Black Bear Lodge serves Turkey dinner right to your room! (715) 479-5778 or
(800) 563-4340
November 27, 2010
Winter Magic & Town Decorating Contest - St. Germain
DECEMBER
December 4, 2010
Brunch With Santa - St. Germain
Christmas Magic at Black Bear Lodge
December 31, 2010
New Year's Eve Celebration at The Bear's Den!
JANUARY
January 8, 2011
11th Annual Original Northwoods Polar Bear Plunge - At St. Germain Lodge & Resort. Plunge begins at noon. Call for pledge sheets and registration form. To benefit Angel on My Shoulder, a non-profit cancer support foundation. In 2009, an astonishing $29,000+ was raised by 144 jumpers and over 1,000 spectators to benefit Camp Angel/Camp Teen Angel and other programs of Angel On My Shoulder. For more information, visit www.angelonmyshoulder.org or email them at angel@nnex.net. (715) 542-3433 (800) 860-3431
January 15 & 16, 2011
World Championship Kitty Kat Races - Black Bear Lodge Held on Little St. Germain Lake. Wisconsin Kids Snowmobile Racing Association or WKSRA information from Black Bear Lodge
January 7 - 16, 2011
AMSOIL World Championship Snowmobile Derby, in Eagle River.
January 15 & 16, 2011
Great Northern Sno-Cross Series, in Eagle River.
January 21& 22, 2011
Snowmobile Radar Run, in St. Germain on Lt. St. Germain Lake.
FEBRUARY
February 2 & 3, 2011
Vogel Enterprises Groomer Show - Equipment displays and demonstrations from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Food served by the Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club. (715) 479-4200
February 11- 13, 2011
National Adult Pond Hockey Championships on Dollar Lake in Eagle River; named the recipient of SportTravel Magazine's 2009 SportsTravel Award for the nation's best amateur single-sport event. Watch exciting hockey action as more than 200 teams compete on 24 lake rinks for the National Championship.
Click here for complete tournament information
February 19, 2011
27th Ride With The Champs - Join us in St. Germain for the nnual inductions into the Snowmobile Hall of Fame. Ride with past and present race champions and snowmobile VIP's, and then attend the induction ceremony.For information, visit www.snowmobilehalloffame.com, email info@snowmobilehalloffame.com or call (715) 542-4488
February 26, 2011
Bo-Boen Hosted Vintage Snowmobile Race
Held at the St. Germain Community Park with registration at 7:00 AM and racing starting at 10:00 AM, this event is hosted by the Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club. There will be food and drinks available. Part of the Northern Vintage Snowmobile Race Series. For details, visit the NVSRS website at www.nvsrs.org or email them at info@nvsrs.org.
(715) 493-4981 or (715) 272-1722
March 5 & 6, 2011
Klondike Days - Voted Wisconsin's #1 Winter Festival! Held in Eagle River, take a trip back to the pioneer days with River Red's Rendezvous, witness an actual Lumberjack competition and learn about our great history with the Native American cultural exposition. Sleigh rides, dog sled races, snowshoe races, food, arts and crafts, the list goes on and on! Visit Klondike Days.org or call 1-800-359-6315
MARCH
March 19, 2011
3rd Annual Ice Golf Tournament At The Black Bear Lodge Benefiting the Vilas County Food Pantry. Held from 9am - 2pm on Little St. Germain Lake. Includes 9 holes of golf, appetizer spread at the Bear's Den, trophies, raffles and door prizes. Special package prices available! Click for more information
March (2011 dates TBA)
Silver Blades Ice Show - Saturday Shows: 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm, Sunday Show: 2:00 pm, held at the Eagle River Ice Arena. For more information contact Tina Yakel at 715-477-2513
March (2011 dates TBA)
Ice Masters 3 on 3 Hockey Tournament - Held at the Eagle River Ice Arena. For more information contact Randy Athens at 715-479-3471.
APRIL
April 3, 2011
Easter Holiday At Black Bear Lodge - ask about our Spring Break and Easter Weekend Specials that include a delicious meal for the holiday!
MAY
May 7, 2011
Fishing Season Opening Weekend - Statewide
May 7, 2011
Annual Spring Stampede for Stampers and Scrapbookers - Sayner, More Info at: www.themark-itplace.com/schedule.htm
May 7, 2011
Journey's Marathon - Eagle River - Full marathon, half marathon, 13.1 power walk, 5K and kids fun run. For more information and registration contact the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce at 800-359-6315.
May 27 - 28, 2011
Eagle River Gun Show - Eagle River
May 28 - 29, 2011
Strawberry Fest Craft Show - Eagle River
May 29, 2011
Classic Sled Roundup : Sponsored by Arctic Cat, Inc. of Thief River Falls, Minnesota on Sunday. Vintage and antique sled show and swap meet at the Community Park. For additional information visit the web site at www.snowmobilehalloffame.com and to view photos and judging results from past Roundups.
info@snowmobilehalloffame.com
JUNE
June 4 & 5, 2011
Wisconsin Free Fishing Weekend: This event is designed to encourage families to get out and fish together. No fishing license needed! However, all other fishing regulations (length limits, bag limits, etc.) apply. (608) 266-2621
www.dnr.state.wi.us/fish/kidsparents_freefishingweekend.html
June 4 & 5, 2011
Spring Art & Craft Show - Minocqua
June 10, 2010 (2011 TBA)
PARTY WITH THE PACK at The Bear's Den - 6 to 9 PM Join us for an evening with Green Bay Packer greats Gilbert Brown, William Henderson, and Dorsey Levens. Dinner, autographs, Packer memorabilia and more, alll to benefit Angel On My Shoulder.
June 11, 2010 (2011 TBA)
13th Annual Angel On My Shoulder Golf Spectacular - To benefit Angel on My Shoulder, a non-profit cancer support foundation. In 2008, over 185 golfers came out swinging to make a positive difference to those living with or affected by cancer and raised over $100,000 to benefit Angel On My Shoulder and the causes they champion. For more information, visit www.angelonmyshoulder.org or email them at
angel@nnex.net. | (715) 542-2614 | (800) 860-3431
June 12, 2010 (2011 TBA)
Great Northern Beer Fest - Hi-Pines Eagle River Campground, in Eagle River
June 12, 2010 (2011 TBA)
3rd Annual Walk In The Woods Art Fair - 3rd Annual Fine Art Fair in St. Germain! Held in the park behind the Chamber of Commerce from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Featuring many talented artists from around the area and their works, including but not limited to: pottery, paintings, photography, handmade jewelry and furniture. There will be wine from Brigadoon Winery for sale by the glass as well as a wine tasting with fine cheeses to accompany and live music. (715) 477-2205 | (800) 727-7203
June 13, 2010 (2011 TBA)
Cathy's 12th Annual Ice Cream Social - 2:00 PM. To benefit Angel on My Shoulder, a non-profit cancer support foundation. Raffle prizes, games and 32 flavors of ice cream! In 2008, over $1,200.00 was raised to benefit Camp Angel/Camp Teen Angel. For more information, visit www.angelonmyshoulder.org or email them at angel@nnex.net.
(715) 479-3492
June 18, 2011
7th Annual Eagle River Antique & Classic Boat Show- Wild Eagle Lodge, Eagle River
June 25 - 26, 2011
Professional Musky Tournament Trail - one of the most exciting, educational and entertaining musky tournament in the country. The PMTT's high energy format has been developed not only with the Pro's in mind, but also the dozens of other excellent musky anglers who may have the desire and ability to become Pro's or just want to have a good time, no matter what your skill level. Come join the PMTT and have fun. For more information contact the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce at 800-359-6315 or the PMTT at 815-478-4351
June 26, 2011 Independence Day Celebration - Start your Independence Day celebrations in St. Germain! Parade is at 1 PM in downtown St. Germain. Rides and games for all ages at Community Park. Area's best Fireworks at dusk. Lions food booth and Lioness desserts.
(715) 477-2205 | (800) 727-7203
June 26, 2011
6th Annual Freedom 5K Fun Run - Race registration begins at 7:30 AM and race starts at 8:30 AM. Trophies and medals warded by age categories and separated by male and female. Held in conjunction with the Independence Day festivities in St. Germain Community Park. Come for the run and stay for the fun! Visit www.freedom5k.org for more
details. (715) 542-2372
July 2 - 4, 2010
18th Annual Eagle River Holiday Antiques Show - Held at the Northland Pines High School. More than 50 quality dealers featured. Largest antique show "up north". Everything from sterling thimbles to a country cupboard!
For more information contact Audre Hanson At (715) 355-5144
July 2 - 4, 2010
Watermelon Days - Held at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. For more info contact MAC Productions at (715) 675-6201
** ASK at Black Bear Resort Office for listing of all Independence Day Celebrations throughout the area!
July 4, 2010
Eagle River's 4th of July Parade - Downtown Eagle River. Then at dusk come view the colorful fireworks shot high in the sky over the Hi-Pines Campground.
July 8, 2010
29th Annual Guides/Kids Day - Vilas County Fairgrounds
This is a fun-filled day for children between the ages of 7 and 12 years of age.
July 8, 2010
Christmas In July Craft Fair - St. Germain’s largest craft fair 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Children’s attractions, pet parade, climbing wall, and a visit from Santa. Great food will be available in the shelter at St. Germain Community Park. (715) 477-2205 | (800) 727-7203
July 17, 2010
2nd Annual Car & Craft Show in St. Germain. There will also be a Kids Carnival from 10:00 to 2:00. The location is the St. Germain Park and Pavilion. For further information contact Fred at 715-479-6310 or email fradtke@verizon.net
For detailed information on events throughout our area, click on events of interest for more information.
