Additional Information:
Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce
221 S. Main St.
Waupaca, WI 54981-1522 (USA)
(715) 258-7343 or toll-free (888) 417-4040
Chamber office hours:
8 am-5 pm, M-F.
Summer office hours:
8 am-5 pm, M-F;
9 am-1pm Saturdays & Holidays;
closed Sundays. (Memorial Day - Labor Day).
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The Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce Proudly Presents:Strawberry
Fest, June 20-22, 2008 Artisans Can Download Applications Here Hometown Celebration, July 4, 2008The Annual HOMETOWN CELEBRATION features a 10 a.m. parade on Main Street, a Knights of Columbus chicken barbecue lunch, a Kiwanis food stand at South Park following the parade, bands Cottonmouth 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a beer tent for the adults, a 6:30 p.m. Chain Skiers Show at the Veterans Home, and a 9:30 p.m. fireworks display over Shadow Lake. |
All events are planned well in advance and subject to change. Please call ahead to confirm, and/or check back here for regular updates.
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Traditional Summer ActivitiesJune, July and August, water ski shows by the Waupaca Chain Skiers on Rainbow Lake at the Wisconsin Veterans Home, Hwy. QQ, Saturdays and July 4: Junior Show, 6 p.m.; Regular show at 6:30 p.m. See web site or call the Chamber office for the complete schedule. Late June-July, band concerts in the city bandstand on Main Street, Friday nights at 7. Sunday morning ecumenical church services at 9 a.m. at the Camp Cleghorn Chapel, just off Cleghorn Road on Camp Road. Chapel of the Lakes cruises on the Chain of Lakes, Wednesday evenings at 6, mid-June to mid-August. Call (715) 258-7688 for reservations. The cruise departs from Clear Water Harbor, Hwy. QQ. |
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Other Area Events(All Events Are Subject to Change, Please Check Dates and Times before Attending) Waupaca Polar Bear Plunge, January 1, 2009 Quite a crowd gathers for this annual event on the shores of Limekiln Lake, Cty. Q, at Becker Marine. In 2009, a pre-party begins at 10 a.m. at the Wheel House Restaurant and the plunge into the lake takes place at 1 p.m. The event is open to all. (715) 258-8289. Iola Winter Carnival, February 7-8, 2009 Come see a Scandinavian winter carnival complete with ski jumping contests, ice sculpting, ice fishing, lutefisk dinner and indoor craft fair, in Iola, 15 miles north of Waupaca on Hwy. 49. (715) 445-4005. Badger State Games, February 7-8, 2009 The region's Badger State Winter Games are held in conjunction with the Iola Winter Carnival. Norseman Ski Hill, Iola. "Fire on Ice" Snowmobile Races, February 15-17, 2008 USSA Pro-Star Sanctioned Snowmobile Races will be held at the Weyauwega Fairgrounds. Waupaca County Job Fair, March 13, 2008 Job seekers and area employers have a great opportunity to meet and network at this event, held at the Waupaca Recreation Center. For information, contact the Chamber office or the Waupaca Area Job Center at (715) 258-8832. Gamefest, March 21, 2009 Sponsored by the Waupaca Rotary Club, will take place at the Waupaca Rec Center beginning at 7:30 a.m. Cribbage, Sheepshead, Settlers of Catan and Backgammon. For more information 262) 898-9665. April Community Oratorio Chorus Concert, April 6, 2008 This annual spring oratorio concert features a mixed chorus, orchestra and guest soloists. Held at 2:30 p.m. in the new Waupaca High School auditorium, E2325 King Road. (Hwy. 22 south from city to stop light, then right on King Road.) WDUX Home Show, April 5-6, 2008 Held annually at the Waupaca EXPO, near the intersection of Hwys. 10 and 54, this home show showcases home and building products from throughout Central Wisconsin. Wisconsin Singers Concert, April 26,2008 This concert will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the Waupaca High School Performing Arts Center. Waupaca Art Show, April 27-May 2, 2008Sponsored by the Waupaca Fine Arts organization, this annual art show runs from the last Sunday in April through the following Thursday. Artists from the upper Midwest, Wisconsin and the local area take part in this juried show at the Waupaca EXPO, near the intersection of Hwy. 10 and 54 on the west side of the city. Hours: April 27, 1 p.m.-7 p.m.; April 28-May 1, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; May 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Annual Riverside Medical Center Fun Run, May 3, 2008This annual 5K walk/run, including a 1-mile walk/run, is based at the old Riversisde School and open to the public. Entry forms available at the Chamber or register online at active.com. Phone RMC at (715) 258-1000 for more information. Amherst Quilt, Amish Furniture and Craft Auction, May 17, 2008These popular Amish quilt auctions and consignment sales are held twice a year about 11 miles from Waupaca, in Amherst just off Hwy. 10. Amish bake sale, lunch and refreshments. All in a 200 foot tent, rain or shine. Information: 715-467-2800. Wisconsin Veterans Home Open House and Old Car Show, King, May 18, 2008 A full day of activities includes the Old Car Show military vehicles, tours, excursions on the Chain O' Lakes, band concerts, food and refreshments at the Veterans Home, N2665 Cty. Rd QQ, Waupaca. Information: Rich Calcut, (715) 258-4247. Memorial Day Observance at Wisconsin Veterans Home, King, May 26, 2008 Annual observance is one of two in Waupaca. Lakeside service begins at 9:30 a.m. Cemetery program follows at 10 a.m. Volunteers arrive at 6 a.m. to set flags on over 5,000 graves. Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonial Program in Downtown Waupaca, May 26, 2008 VFW observance begins with water ceremony on Waupaca River at the State Street bridge at 9 a.m., followed by a parade to the city bandstand, where a traditional program starts at about 9:30 a.m.
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Fest, June 20-22, 2008 Waupaca Model Railroad Show, June 21-22, 2008 Fun for the whole family at annual show at the new Waupaca Recreation Center, 407 School Street. June 17: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; June 18: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Annual Lions Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast, June 15, 2008 A chance to eat a hearty breakfast while visiting with pilots and viewing airplanes at the Waupaca Municipal Airport, east of the city on Hwy. 10. Waupaca Area Garden Walk & Art Stroll, June 28, 2008 A rare chance to stroll some of the area's most scenic gardens while viewing work by area artists, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets $10 day of event. General information: (715) 256-4145. Art Director: JoAnn Adkins, (715) 258-3289. Annual Energy Fair, June 20-22, 2008 The Midwest Renewable Energy Association organizes this "Energy Fair", the world's largest venue for learning about renewable energy and sustainable living technologies, in Custer, WI. The fair features hundreds of workshops, demonstrations and exhibits. More information: (715) 592-6595. Chain O' Lakes Antique & Classic Wooden Boat Show & Parade, June 21, 2008 The Chain O' Lakes Association sponsors this antique and classic wooden boat show and parade. An in-water Boat show will take place at the Harbor Bar from Noon - 3 p.m. and the parade through the Chain will begin at 3 p.m. To enter or get more information, call Barry at (715) 258-3414.
Manawa's Midwestern Rodeo, July 4-6, 2008Cowboys and cowgirls, bronc riding and steer wrestling are all a part of this annual rodeo, part of the professional rodeo circuit. There's even a special Sunday morning church service. Waupaca Hometown Celebration, parade, fireworks, July 4, 2008 Held annually, this celebration begins with a 10 a.m. parade on Main Street, followed by a chicken barbecue and Kiwanis food concession at South Park - complete with music and activities. The Chain Skiers present a show at 6 p.m. on Rainbow Lake at the Wisconsin Veterans Home on Cty. Trk. QQ, and the city's fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. at South Park. Iola Old Car Show and Swap Meet, July 10-13, 2008Tens of thousands attend the annual Iola Old Car Show in Iola, the Midwest's largest old car show and swap meet, featuring 2,500 show cars, more than 4,308 swap meet spaces. Admission is free for spectators and show cars on Sunday. Phone for information: 715-445-4000. Waupaca Firemen's Dance, July 12, 2008 This annual shindig takes place in Waupaca's Swan Park from 8 p.m. to midnight. Music and raffle tickets are available in advance at several area locations. Admission $7 in advance or $10 at the door. Call the Chamber office for more information at (715) 258-7343. Tickets available at Fletcher's Jewelry, Nelson's Churchill Street Shell or any fireman. Thresheree and National Antique Tractor Pull in Symco, July 25-27, 2008Steam engines power some of the antique tractors at this annual thresheree, 4 miles north of Manawa on Hwy. 22. Remember a favorite tractor used in your childhood? It may well be shown at this event. (920) 596-2446 or (920) 596-3683. Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Convention in Oshkosh, July 28-August 3, 2008Oshkosh, WI's Wittman Airfield and EAA Museum (40 miles from Waupaca) become a community unto themselves during the annual EAA Convention and Fly-In that draws over 3/4 million spectators and participants from around the world. Information: 800-564-6322. Waupaca Sidewalk Sale Days, August 6-8, 2008 Businesses throughout the Waupaca area will feature sidewalk sales, special promotions, and more. Watch for details as the date approaches. Scandinavia
Corn Roast, August 1-3, 2008, Scandinavia Ferg's Oktoberfest, August 9, 2008 Ninth annual German fest under the tent at Ferg's Bavarian Village. Music and entertainment, spanferkel, wooden dance floor, ethnic attire appreciated. Rain or shine, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (920) 596-2946. Iola Vintage Military and Gun Show with Vintage Tractors and Equipment, August 9-10, 2008Battlefield reenactments are only one of the activities at this Iola show, which features a vintage military vehicles exhibit, tractor and professional vehicle exhibit, swap meet, gun show, exhibits, camping and vehicle parade. Information: 715-445-4005. Kids' Mini Triathlon, August 15, 2008 Special event for children ages 10 and under. Distances will vary according to age groups. 6 p.m. at South Park. Waupaca Area Triathlon, August 16, 2008 Waupaca's annual triathlon, a 1/2 mile swim, 20-mile bike ride and 5K run, will start at 7 a.m. on beautiful Shadow Lake. Registration forms available at the Chamber. Online registration available from event website. Art on the Square, August 16, 2008 The Waupaca Community Arts
Board presents a fine arts celebration called "Arts on the Square" on
Saturday, Aug. 18, in conjunction with Waupaca's Sesquicentennial. A
juried fine arts festival featuring over 50 artists will form the base
for a multidimensional celebration of the arts. This event will take
place around the Waupaca Town Square. The festival will include a
24-hour theatrical installation; arts workshops in which all community
members will be encouraged to participate; an expanded farmer's market;
an entertainment stage, and wandering street performers. A listing of
the days' events will be forthcoming. Visit our website at:
www.waupacaarts.org. Waupaca Rod & Classic Car Show, August 23, 2008 A rod and classic car show with all the summer amenities of Waupaca's South Park. Information: (715) 256-1099. EAA Young Eagles Day, Waupaca, TBA The Waupaca Airport will
host an EAA Young Eagles Day on TBA.
Kids between the ages of 8 to 17 can get a free plane ride! Start time
is 8:30AM at Riverside Aviation (Terminal Building) on Runway
Drive on that day. Interested parents can contact Trevor at 920-867-2800 or
trevor@aviationgroupltd.com with any questions
or RSVPs (recommended). This popular quilt and consignment auction features traditional hand-made Amish quilts and furniture, Amish baked goods and more. Location: Portage County Fairgrounds, Amherst, WI, Hwy. 10 and Portage County B. Preview starts at 7 a.m.; auction, at 9:30 a.m. Call 715-467-2800 for upcoming dates and more information. Waupaca County Fair, Weyauwega, August 20-24, 2008Waupaca County holds its county fair at grounds in Weyauwega. This traditional rural fair offers animal exhibits, home making exhibits, races, grandstand shows, a midway, and all the other things you associate with this great slice of Americana. Grandstand show tickets available after May 1. 920-867-3395. Weyauwega Horse and Buggy Days, September 5-6, 2008 An old time parade, hay rides, pool tournament, live music, lost arts demonstrations, a teen dance and hometown talent are all included in this annual event in Weyauwega, WI. For more information, call 920-867-2500.
Hidden Studios Tour - Art Along the Ice Age Trail, October 3-5, 2008 See fine art in the making when these working artist studios open their doors to the public for tours, demonstrations, and the opportunity to purchase original art. www.hiddenstudiosarttour.com Wisconsin Solar Tour of Homes at Artha Sustainable Living Center, October 3-5, 2008 The public is invited to see renewable energy up close during the 2008 Wisconsin Solar Tour, October 3-5. Come to Artha Bed & Breakfast and home, at 9784 County Road K, Amherst and learn how you can lower your energy costs. For directions, visit www.arthaonline.com . The tour features nearly 150 sites around the state that are open to the public for free tours. Sites will showcase advances in energy efficient construction, new products, sustainable landscaping and renewable energy technologies. Veterans Day Program, November 11, 2008 Program starts at 10:30 a.m. at the Wisconsin Veterans Home Marden Center. Annual Red Cross Holiday Craft Show, November 22, 2008 This annual event is held at the Waupaca Recreation Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 11th Annual Amherst Village Christmas, December 6-7, 2008 Area merchant sales and bake sales by various organizations, Craft Show at the Jensen Center, 715-446-3974 and B&B Open House, 10am-6pm (1st), noon-5pm (2nd) , 715-824-2326 Pearl Harbor Day Program, December 7, 2008 Guest speaker and performance by the Waupaca high school band at the Wisconsin Veterans Home, King, Cty. Hwy. QQ, 7:30 a.m. (715) 258-4247. |
8th Annual
Waupaca Area Triathlon,
Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008
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