2026 Waupun Entertainment Guide

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WAUPUN ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! LOOK INSIDE FOR A CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Celebrate Waupun is a free, three-day community festival. It

highlights the unique qualities of Waupun to its’ visitors and residents in order to promote the city as an excellent community for families and businesses. The festival brings a variety of activities for all ages, plus local and regional music, along with art, history, culture and the natural surroundings of Waupun providing an entertaining and educational atmosphere.

A special thank you to the Waupun Business Community for supporting Waupun Festivals and Celebrate Waupun. These businesses believe in the growth of our city. Please support them! Shop, dine or utilize the services of these businesses. We would also like to thank the City of Waupun and greatly appreciate their partnership and support.

Waupun Festivals Welcomes You. Waupun Festivals is a non-profit organization committed to

promoting the City of Waupun by highlighting our quality of life through a variety of cultural events and fun-filled experiences.

Waupun Festivals Committee:

President: Nick Rusch Secretary: Sue Haefemeyer Treasurer: Jon Clark City Administrator/Director of E. Development: Kathy Schlieve Mayor: Rohn Bishop Jeff Daane, Amie Wagner Clark, Erin Lund, Rick Vant Hoff, Bobbi Jo Kunz, Jill Embertson-Majors, Police Chief Jeremy Rasch, Mike Beer and Priscilla Gonzalez.

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Thank You!

Celebrate Waupun Driven by: Homan Auto Sales Main Stage Sponsor: Horicon Bank Fireworks Sponsor: National Exchange Bank and Trust Media Sponsor: The Source (93.7 FM / AM 1170 / 103.3 FM) Sunny 97.7, 96.1 WTCX, and Great 98 Friday Fish Fry Sponsor: Fox Valley Savings Bank Car Show Sponsor: Homan Auto Sales Pier Pups Sponsor: Werner Harmsen of Waupun Bags Tournament Sponsor: Central Cable Contractors Printing Sponsor: Westphal’s Printing Can Koozie and Wristband Sponsor: Fox Valley Savings Bank City of Waupun Sculpture Tour Sponsor: Destination Lake Winnebago Region Other Sponsors Include: City of Waupun, SSM Health, Beaver Dam Area Community Foundation, Stobb Plumbing and Heating, Glamour Shop, W&D Navis, Edward Jones of Waupun, SIA Insurance, O’Connor Wells and Vander Werff, Dentistry of Wisconsin, Central Wisconsin Mutual Insurance Company, Waupun Equipment, Brooks Shoes and Repair, C. Braaksma Electric, Piggly Wiggly of Waupun, Envision Greater Fond du Lac, The Wild Boar, All Phase Heating, Cooling, Geo-Thermal, Marine Credit Union, Hoya Hop House Brewing Company, Eagle Flexible Packaging, Gysber’s Jewelry, Hansen’s Metalworks, Bentz Automotive, Verhage’s Furniture Special thanks to Madison Media Partners-Beaver Dam for their continued support,

to Kara Premo-Rake and Missy Boehler for their work on the Waupun Entertainment Guide.

Thanks to Abby Luedtke for the Waupun Festivals Brochures, Posters and Banners.

Thank you to all the volunteers that make Celebrate Waupun possible!

Enjoy the shows and festivals this year!

Nick Rusch, Waupun Festivals President

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Greetings!

We at Waupun Festivals promote the city as an excellent community for families and businesses. We strive to provide a variety of activities for all ages by exploring the local and regional music and arts, history, culture and natural surroundings of Waupun in an entertaining and educational atmosphere.

Remember to mark down June 26, 27, 28 for Celebrate Waupun 2026. This Annual “Celebrate Waupun” 2026 Festival will again be held at Tanner Park. The biggest event all year long in the City! Some musical highlights include Boogie and the Yo Yo’z, Madison County, American Honey, performances by Waupun Community Players K-Pop Boot Camp and more local bands!

BACK BY POPULAR REQUEST: PIER PUPS DOG JUMPING! • Kiddie Pedal Pull • A HUGE A&P Carnival with rides and games

• Friday Fish Fry • Sculpture Tours • Bigger Fireworks Show

• Homan Auto Sales Car Show • Worship Service • Bingo

• Bob Viking Family Fun! • OK Corral Inflatables

Thank you to the City of Waupun and Waupun Public Works for their continued Celebrate Waupun support and assistance.

Jeff Daane and his crew work endless hours for set up, take down, and during the event itself!

Thank you Nick Rusch Waupun Festivals President

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Please consider donating to Waupun Festivals for the continuation of the event!

Waupun Festivals needs your HELP! VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES are available for Information Booth Workers, Bartenders, Wristband Checkers, and More!

Please email

waupunfestivals@gmail.com to sign up and get more information.

Waupun Festivals is a 501C3 Non Profit that depends on sponsorships and donations. We use these funds to: Pay for bands, acts, and attractions, cover the costs to keep the event going. Please consider donating to Celebrate Waupun through the Beaver Dam Area Community Foundation.

Please make sure you clearly label “Waupun Festivals” as your donation!

Where does your donation go? Operations of the Festival including rental of the tent, equipment, bands, attractions, marketing, security, fireworks, insurance, etc…Our sponsors are wonderful for stepping forward to assist and we THANK THEM. They cover some of the cost associated with the Festival.

Choose a Participating Sponsorship Option! ❑ NIFTY $850 Count us in for a $750 tax deductible donation. For this donation, you will receive:

1. 75 radio recognition announcements on the air as a matching donor.

2. Social Media Posts listing you as a sponsor!

3. Listing in the Tall Tab as a sponsor AND Recognition as a Fireworks Sponsor

❑ SUPER $600 Count us in for a $500 tax deductible donation. For this donation, you will receive:

1. 50 radio recognition announcements on the air as a matching donor.

2. Listing in the Tall Tab as a sponsor AND Recognition as a Fireworks Sponsor

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Count us in for a $350 tax deductible donation. For this donation, you will receive:

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1. 35 radio recognition announcements on the air as a matching donor.

2. Recognition as a Fireworks Sponsor AND Listing in the Tall Tab as a sponsor

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Any other monetary donation is greatly appreciated.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

DEADLINE - MAY 13, 2026

$40 FOR 18 HOLES

Make checks payable to Waupun Festivals.

Please mail your donation to: Waupun Festivals P.O. Box 507 Waupun, WI 53963

Come experience the challenging 9 hole straits and the mature wooded front nine.

With Cart

Mon. - Wed. All Day, Fri. - Sun. after Noon Must present coupon. Tee times required. Offer good thru 9/30/2026.

• Driving Range and Rolled Greens • Pro Shop & Bar • Banquet Facilities Visit our website for more specials and discounts

Also donate online at beaverdamacf.com Please make sure you clearly label “Waupun Festivals” as your donation!

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JUNE 26, 27, 28, 2026 Tanner Park - Waupun FRIDAY, JUNE 26 Opens at 4pm

SUNDAY, JUNE 28 Opens at 12pm

4pm - NEW Fish Fry 6pm - Firefighter Water Barrel Fights Horicon Bank Main Stage 5pm - 7:30pm - Redfish Remix 8pm - 11pm - Boogie and the Yo-Yo’z

9am - 2pm - Homan Auto Car Show (Rock River Intermediate School Parking Lot) 1pm - Kindschi Kiddie Pedal Pull 1pm - OK Kiddie Corral Inflatables for the kids!

Horicon Bank Main Stage 11:30am - Community Worship Service 1pm - 2pm - BINGO 2pm - 4pm - Bob Viking Family Fun 4:30pm - 6pm - Piano Man Band (Tribute to Billy Joel) 6:30pm - 9:30pm - American Honey 9:30pm - National Exchange Bank & Trust Fireworks (with partnership from the City of Waupun)

SATURDAY, JUNE 27 Opens at 12pm

12pm - Cornhole Tournament located inside the Waupun Ice Rink benefiting Waupun Hockey Association 1pm - DJ & Record Entertainment Karaoke 2pm & 3pm - Performances by Waupun Community Players K-POP Group 1pm, 3pm & 5pm - City of Waupun Sculpture Tours (Depart from Rock River School) Horicon Bank Main Stage 5:30pm - 7:30pm - Misbehavin 8pm - 11pm - Madison County

ALL 3 DAYS!

Pier Pups Dog Jumping Rides • Games • Carnival Vendors • Food & Beverages

All Weekend Long!

First 1,000 people Friday AND Saturday get a FREE FVSB can koozie!

A & P CARNIVAL Advanced Sale Wristbands are $50 at Waupun’s Piggly Wiggly and online at hometowntickets.com.(Available after May 1) Advanced Sale Wristbands end on Thursday, June 25 at 12pm.

Wristbands are $75 at the gate.

Thank you to our Celebrate Waupun Partners:

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JUNE 26-28 2026 CELEBRATE WAUPUN Friday Night Fish Fry! FRIDAY, JUNE 26 • 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sponsored by Fox Valley Savings Bank Get a delicious 3 piece fish fry with all the fixings.

Get tickets at www.hometowntickets.com and Fox Valley Savings Bank of Waupun after May 1.

WELCOME BACK!

Pier Pups Dog Jumping FRIDAY, JUNE 26 STARTING AT 5:00 PM SATURDAY, JUNE 27 and SUNDAY, JUNE 28 STARTING AT 1:00 PM Pier Pups is a unique Dock Diving venue that features novice jumpers all the way to pro jumpers, with an emphasis on the “family dog”.

Pier Pups was founded in 2007 as one of the many canine sporting events offered at the yearly Wisconsin K9 Sport Show.

The Pier Pups staff is patient and experienced with novice dogs and will take the time to make sure each dog is comfortable with the pool and the dock. They have 4 skill divisions to ensure that each dog is competing with dogs with similar experience. These divisions also help small dogs compete on a more level playing field.

Pier Pups Dog Jumping is sponsored by Werner Harmsen of Waupun.

Celebrate Waupun Firefighter Water Barrel Fights FRIDAY, JUNE 26 • 6:00 PM

Find out who will earn bragging rights as firefighters from around the area square off in the Celebrate Waupun Water Fights. Two teams, in a best of 3 format, get 2 minutes to push a keg suspended 15’ in the air to the opponents pole.

Come on down and cheer on fire fighters from your local community as 24 teams vie for the top spot.

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JUNE 26-28 2026 CELEBRATE WAUPUN

PRESEN]ED BY Celebrate Waupun Car Show SUNDAY, JUNE 28 • 9:00AM - 2:30PM

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NEW LOCATION at Rock River Intermediate School Parking Lot! 451 East Spring St., Waupun (Enter off of Madison St.) All makes and models are welcome.

New awards for 2026 sponsored by Nick Fischer Trophy and Engraving

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• Mayor’s Pick • Fire Chief’s Pick • Police Chief’s Pick • Homan Auto Group’s Pick

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SATURDAY, JUNE 27 • 1:00PM

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City of Sculpture Trolley Tours SATURDAY, JUNE 27 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM

Waupun has one of the highest concentrations of public art per capita in the United States, thanks to Clarence Shaler. Hop on the The City of Sculpture Trolley tour and experience the eight beautiful sculptures placed within the historic downtown and the surrounding area. The trolley loading location is the northeast corner of the Rock River Intermediate School Parking Lot. Please arrive 15 minutes beforehand to board the trolley – while seating lasts. Tours are sponsored by Destination Lake Winnebago Region.

DJ, Live Music, and a Twist Contest by The Wolf Man Troy Show

Food sales benefiting the• Waupun Figure Skaters

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JUNE 26-28

2026 CELEBRATE WAUPUN Celebrate Waupun Worship Service SUNDAY, JUNE 28 • 11:30AM

This worship service is an opportunity for Christians in the Waupun area, whatever their background or church affiliation, to come together and worship the God who loves all people and wants unity among His people. It will be a time for singing, for hearing God’s word from the Bible, reflecting on it, praying for God’s help, and proclaiming the Good News to and for all.

Bigger Fireworks Show To Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday!

Marsh Haven Nature Center Display SUNDAY, JUNE 28 • 12:00PM - 6:00PM

Stop by and see caterpillars, butterflies, make seed balls, learn about native plants, make a craft and take along some resources.

Celebrate Waupun BIG BINGO! SUNDAY, JUNE 28 • 12:30PM

Win Prizes, Have Fun, Play Bingo. Sponsored by the Waupun Senior Center.

A chance at Dock Spiders Tickets, Wisconsin Dells Stays, and more!

Kiddie Pedal Pulls SUNDAY, JUNE 28 • 1:00PM

National Exchange Bank and Trust

A Pedal Pull competition for kids ages 4-12. There will be a memento for every puller plus trophies for 1st-3rd place in all nine age categories. Sign up starts one hour prior to listed pull start time. All tractors are provided. See the Kindschi Pedal Pulls facebook page for more information.

FIREWORKS!

Sunday, June 28 • 9:30PM

OK Kiddie Corral Inflatables SUNDAY, JUNE 28 • 1:00PM

Kids will have a blast bouncing inside the OK Kiddie Corral!

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Waupun Family Aquatic Center The Waupun Family Aquatic Center is a beautiful facility located at 701 County Park Road. It features a zero depth entry, two water slides, a kiddie slide, water spouts, fountains, lap pool, basketball hoops, and a diving board. A wide variety of food and beverages are available for sale in the concession stand. There is a shelter on the grounds of the aquatic center that can be rented for private use. The aquatic center is open seasonally and offers swim lessons, water aerobics, lap swim, swim team, open swim and more.

For more information, find the Waupun Family Aquatic Center on Facebook.com or call (920) 324-7924 during pool hours or the Waupun Senior Center at (920) 324-7930 during off-season hours.

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Monday - Saturday 9am - 9pm Sunday 9am - 6pm

420 Fond du Lac St.,Waupun Hours: Wed - Thur 4-8pm; Fri & Sat 4 - 9pm; Sun 4-8pm https://www.tonyspizzawaupun.com/

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Horicon Marsh Bird Festival Marsh Haven Nature Center

WHERE NATURE IS APPRECIATED, CONSERVED, AND CELEBRATED! The seasons of spring, summer, and fall all offer unique opportunities to visit Marsh Haven Nature Center, located on the north end of the famous Horicon Marsh. This non-profit, volunteer-supported nature center is located just three miles east of Waupun on Highway 49. Visitors often see numerous bird species, including a well-established Purple Martin colony. Wildlife may be seen while wandering through the woodland, prairie, or wetland trails on our 46-acres. Marsh Haven Nature Center also offers a bunkhouse and camping area for overnight group stays, a picnic shelter and campfire area, observation tower, a classroom, and indoor theater for presentations.

Museum displays and exhibits teach the history and wildlife of the Horicon Marsh area. Displays include Glacier, Native American, Pioneer, Bird Gallery, Wetland, and Woodland. The Nature Nook Children’s Area offers young visitors a hands-on area to learn and explore. Crawl in the wolf den or visit with our animals in the Critter Corner. Our traveling animal ambassador program shares a message of respect, concern, and education for all animals, including our local wildlife. In addition, there is an art gallery with a diverse collection of displays and photography.

Horicon Marsh Bird Club invites birders of all skill levels – as well as anyone who enjoys the great outdoors – to the 29th Annual Horicon Marsh Bird Festival, May 8-10, 2026. This weekend-long event provides family-friendly activities and educational experiences designed to showcase Horicon Marsh’s role as an important habitat for birds and wildlife.

Wildlife feeding stations are located on either side of the gift shop and visitors often see a variety of birds up close. Marsh Haven has a large Purple Martin colony and over 40 additional nest boxes for tree swallows, bluebirds, chickadees, and wrens.

Highlights of this year’s Bird Festival include a NEW trip highlighting the Rock River basin, night sounds, waterfowl ID, LIVE birds of prey, smaller more intimate guided tours, and so much more!

Nature education and enjoyment is a focus at Marsh Haven Nature Center and there is a wide variety of nature education programs and opportunities for visitors of all ages. Whether it is a bird of prey program, a guided hike, or our monthly Storytime with a Critter, there are a variety of ways to experience Marsh Haven Nature Center. Contact our director to discuss educational opportunities or programs either at your facility or on a visit to Marsh Haven Nature Center.

This vast wetland is both a State Wildlife Area and a National Wildlife Refuge.

Horicon Marsh has been designated as a Wetland of International Importance by the Ramsar Convention and a Global Important Bird Area by the American Bird Conservancy.

No group of wildlife better represents the vitality of this marsh better than its birds.

Over the years, a total of 304 species of birds have been sighted on this marsh.

Marsh Haven Nature Center hosts several events throughout the year starting with Winter at Marsh Haven in February, Earth Day in late April, Horicon Marsh Bird Festival over Mother’s Day weekend, Fall Living History in September, Hops at Marsh Haven in October, and Christmas at Marsh Haven in December. For a full list and details of each event be sure to check out our website and follow us on Facebook for up to date event information.

Open Thursday and Friday 12pm - 4pm and weekends 10am - 4pm.

Open weekends only in February, March, November, and December from 10am - 4pm. There is a small fee for the museum displays. Go to www.marshhaven.org for more information and a calendar of events.

W10145 State Road 49, Waupun | (920) 318-9518

Learn more about Bird Fest by visiting https://horiconmarshbirdclub. com/bird-festival/ Check out the full festival calendar for event descriptions, dates, times, and more.

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Three miles east of Waupun on Highway 49. On the north end of the Horicon Marsh Museum Displays, Hiking Trails, Gift Shop, Educational Programs, Rentals, & Special Events

Opening date for the 2026 Season - April 9 Open Thursdays & Fridays 12-4pm Weekends 10am-4pm Trails are open year round 10am to sunset

www.marshhaven.org director@marshhaven.org or 920.318.9518

A non-profit, volunteer-supported nature center where nature is appreciated, conserved, and celebrated!

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IN THE PARK

THURSDAYS IN JULY JULY 9 ✦ Del Ray’s

JULY 2 ✦ My So Called Band

Coming to us from the Sheboygan area bringing our favorite fun and danceable rock and pop hits from the 80s and 90s.

The “DEL RAY’S” are a four-piece band that have been performing together since the late 1970’s. They perform a variety of rock & roll from the 50’s, 60’s, and the 70’s. The “DEL RAY’S” have performed with national acts such as; Sha-Na-Na; the Crystals; Bobby Vee; Fabian; the Fireballs; Bill Hailey’s Comet’s; Chubby Checker; the Buckingham’s, Loving Spoonful, the Romantics, and others.

JULY 23 ✦ Cajun Strangers

JULY 16

The Country Renegades

This band performs a great variety of music.

Performing songs from artists like: Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Merle Haggard, George Strait, Waylon Jennings, Dolly Parton, The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Alan Jackson, Willie Nelson, Jimmy Buffet, The Rolling Stones, The Doors, CCR, David Alan Coe, Garth Brooks, ZZ Top, and many more.

The Cajun Strangers are an award-winning band from Madison, that plays traditional Cajun dance music, as you would hear down in Southwest Louisiana and East Texas. A Madison institution, they’ve been playing dances, festivals, events, and backyards for nearly 20 years.

A free will offering taken.

Bring your lawn chair or blanket.

JULY 30

Scotty Meyer Trio

Scotty also shines as a solo artist and as part of a trio, showcasing his talent across various musical settings. With a career marked by innovation and passion, Scotty Meyer continues to leave an indelible mark on the music scene.

Concerts are held at West End Park, on the corner of Beaver Dam St. and Brown St.

Concessions at 5:30 p.m. | Concerts 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Rain Venue: Community Ice Arena 510 E Spring street

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SEPTEMBER 11-12

Volksfest

Held in the Recreation Arena next to Tanner Park, East Spring St., Waupun Although it’s an ethnic festival, everyone is welcome. “Volksfest” loosely translates to a “festival for all people.” This FREE German Festival brings the traditional tastes of Munich to Waupun. Enjoy polka and live music from some of Wisconsin’s best polka bands, Oktoberfest beer and other German craft beer brewed locally along with German wine! There will be a Friday Fish Fry at 5pm and a Pancake Breakfast hosted by Kiwanis on Saturday from 8-10am.

German attire is encouraged. Other activities include the Stumpffiddle, Hammerschlagen, and Stein contest. There will also be a car show at Tanner Park on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 7am - 4pm.

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APRIL Joe ‘Schmoes 25 Comedy Improv

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

7:00pm Waupun City Hall Auditorium 201 E. Main St., Waupun For more information go to https://waupunfinearts.org/event

MAY

Day Parade 25 Memorial 9:00am

Parade down Main Street, followed by a ceremony at Shaler Memorial Park.

Downtown Waupun / Shaler Park 400 N Madison St. • 920-324-7900

JUNE Market 5 Midtown 6:00pm-8:00pm

New Location: Food Truck Alley East Main St., Waupun - Between Stone & Suede and Thrivent

Martinfest 27 9:00am - 3:00pm Ever wanted to know about Purple

Martins? There will be bird banding demonstrations, local organizations and bird conservation booths, educational talks, and a wonderful raffle. Plus there will be food available for purchase.

Marsh Haven Nature Center W10145 State Road 49, Waupun https://marshhaven.org/events/ martinfest/

Stroll through charming streets, sip on some tasty wines, and enjoy great company. This event is perfect for wine lovers and anyone looking to have a blast while discovering local spots.

Plus, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to our Police and Fire Departments Regular Ticket: $35 Mocktail Ticket: $25 Grab your online tickets NOW on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/1983880719637?aff=oddtd tcreator Horicon Marsh Bird Festival

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There will be boat tours of the marsh, bird hikes, presentations, bus trips, educational programs, and much more throughout the weekend. Check out the Horicon Marsh Bird Festival website, https://horiconmarshbirdclub.com/bird-festival/, for a full list of events and details. You’ll have the opportunity to potentially see sandhill cranes, rose-breasted grosbeak, blacknecked stilts, bald eagles, and many more migratory bird species.

Marsh Haven Nature Center W10145 State Road 49, Waupun

https://marshhaven.org/events/ horicon-marsh-bird-festival/

Waupun’s FREE festival featuring Music, Fireworks, Carnival Rides and Games, Car Show, Waupun Firefighters Water Barrel Fights, Karaoke, Kiddie Tractor Pedal Pull, Pier Pups Dog Jumping and more!

Headliners include: Boogie & The Yo-Yoz, Madison County and American Honey Tanner Park (across from the Recreation Arena) 510 E Spring St. 920-979-0024 waupunfestivals@gmail.com www.waupunfestivals.com

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9:30pm

Juniper Hill, E Spring St. waupunfestivals@gmail.com www.waupunfestivals.com

JULY in the Park 2 Concert 6:00pm - 8:00pm

My So Called Band West End Park, on the corner of Beaver Dam St. and Brown St.

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Concert in the Park 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Del Ray’s West End Park, on the corner of Beaver Dam St. and Brown St.

Market 10 Midtown 6:00pm-8:00pm

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Midtown Market 8:00am-12:00pm

New Location: Food Truck Alley East Main St., Waupun - Between Stone & Suede and Thrivent

in the Park 23 Concert 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Cajun Strangers West End Park, on the corner of Beaver Dam St. and Brown St.

Market 25 Midtown 8:00am-12:00pm

in the Park 30 Concert 6:00pm - 8:00pm

New Location: Food Truck Alley East Main St., Waupun - Between Stone & Suede and Thrivent

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The Country Renegades West End Park, on the corner of Beaver Dam St. and Brown St.

New Location: Food Truck Alley East Main St., Waupun - Between Stone & Suede and Thrivent

Market 13 Midtown 8:00am-12:00pm Wine Walk 1 Spring 5:00 - 9:00pm

in the Park 16 Concert 6:00pm - 8:00pm

New Location: Food Truck Alley East Main St., Waupun - Between Stone & Suede and Thrivent

Market 11 Midtown 8:00am-12:00pm

New Location: Food Truck Alley East Main St., Waupun - Between Stone & Suede and Thrivent

Scotty Meyer Trio West End Park, on the corner of Beaver Dam St. and Brown St.

AUGUST

Fine Art & Craft Fair 1 Waupun 10:00am – 3:00pm

Waupun Fine Arts is again supporting local artists and the arts in an outdoor venue, featuring 60+ of Wisconsin’s best fine artists and crafters. Food and beverages available. Live Music by Scotty Meyer.

West End Park, 200 Beaver Dam Street, info@waupunfinearts.org www.waupufinearts.org

Market 7 Midtown 6:00pm-8:00pm

New Location: Food Truck Alley East Main St., Waupun - Between Stone & Suede and Thrivent

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Market 8 Midtown 8:00am-12:00pm

New Location: Food Truck Alley East Main St., Waupun - Between Stone & Suede and Thrivent

and other German craft beer brewed locally. German Wine! Friday fish fry at 5pm, Pancake Breakfast hosted by Kiwanis Sat. 8-10am. German attire encouraged. Car Show, Stumpf-fiddle, Hammerschlagen, and Stein contest.

Recreation Arena 510 E Spring Street, Waupun Check facebook for event updates.

Marsh Haven Nature Center W10145 State Road 49, Waupun https://marshhaven.org/events/hops-atmarsh-haven/

on Main 24 Halloween 2:00 - 4:00pm Downtown Waupun www.facebook.com/waupundp

NOV

12-13 Alto Fair

Carnival rides, tractor pulls, 4-H exhibits, a parade, live music, fireworks, food, fun and much more!

Located 4 miles north of Waupun on Hwy 49 to Cty E to EE or 4 miles South of Brandon on Hwy.49 to Cty AS www.altofair.com

Market 22 Midtown 8:00am-12:00pm

New Location: Food Truck Alley East Main St., Waupun - Between Stone & Suede and Thrivent

SEPT

History 25-27 Living The annual Fall Living

History Festival welcomes re-enactors and artisans who will share their role in history and skills from the past. Tents and encampments will be set up for the weekend.

Marsh Haven Nature Center W10145 State Road 49, Waupun https://marshhaven.org/events/fallliving-history-festival/

OCT Senior Expo 8 Waupun 9:00am - 1:00pm

Door Prizes, Exhibitors, Entertainment, Presentations, Activities, Food and More!

Waupun Community Center 520 McKinley St., Waupun

Hops at Marsh Haven 10 4:00pm - 8:00pm An evening filled with craft beer tastings

Volksfest German 11-12 Ethnic Festival FREE German Festival. Brings traditional

tastes of Munich. Polka, Oktoberfest beer

while exploring the beauty of the Marsh Haven nature center and trails. Tickets include a commemorative 8 oz. glass mason jar to enjoy 3oz. samples from 4 local breweries. Once the sun goes down the trails will be lit with lanterns guiding walkers to their next station. A food truck will also be at the event.

DEC

Business Saturday 28 Small Shop Waupun’s small businesses.

Christmas at Marsh Haven 13 10:00am - 3:00pm The day will be filled with many fun, family-themed holiday activities including horse and wagon rides, local craft and vendor tables, live animal ambassador programs, and a silent auction and raffle with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the John Moser’s Children’s Radiothon.

Marsh Haven Nature Center W10145 State Road 49, Waupun https://marshhaven.org/events/ christmas-at-marsh-haven-2/

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2026 WAUPUN ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

2026 CELEBRATE WAUPUN June 26-28 TANNER PARK - WAUPUN - FREE ADMISSION - FREE PARKING

FRIDAY, JUNE 26 BOOGIE & THE YO-YO’Z

They are an Everything band!

It’s safe to say, whatever your musical taste, they will have something for you.

They are always moving, singing, and entertaining.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27 MADISON COUNTY

An award winning 7-piece country show band, based out of Madison, that has evolved its high-energy, engaging show over the years to stay fresh and distinctive.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28 AMERICAN HONEY

Music from the 60’s to today.

They play the great songs you stop your radio for!

SUNDAY, JUNE 28 9:30PM FIREWORKS

~ Plus ~ CAR SHOW – FIREWORKS – BAGS TOURNAMENT - WATER BARREL FIGHTS – CARNIVAL – GAMES – RIDES – FOOD

www.homanauto.com Homan Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram - Waupun 920.324.7979 • Homan Chevrolet - Waupun 920.324.3585 Homan Value Center - Waupun 920.324.6055 • Homan Chevrolet GMC - Ripon 920.748.3377 • Homan Ford Ripon - 920.748.7777