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Barron County
Events

Chetek Pontoon Olympixs
Chain of Lakes - Chetek

Water Mania – Chetek
Back and wetter than ever! August 28 & 29, 2021. 8 classes of high-speed TCPBA boat racing.

Xtreme Bulls vs. Broncs Event
Barron County Fairgrouds 101 Short Street, Rice Lake, WI, United StatesComing to Barron County Fairgrounds, this event is an action-packed night for all. Competition ranges from bareback riding, saddle broncs, to bull riding.

Chamber Christmas – Turtle Lake
Visit with Santa, and friends while you enjoy some refreshments. Each child will receive a complimentary gift bag from the Turtle Lake Chamber of Commerce. Prize drawings for Chamber Bucks and a picture with Santa for everyone who is young at heart. Bring the family for a warm and wonderful evening to begin your Christmas celebration. This event is immediately…

Winterfest – Chetek
Let's have another BIG BIG year for Chetek Winter Fest and Pink Ribbon Advocacy. Click above to get your Bikini Run forms and start getting sponsors and pledges. We topped $10K in donations again in 2021 so let's DOUBLE IT for 2022!! Spectator gates open at 8 a.m Saturday, racing begins at 10 a.m. Under…

Aquafest – Rice lake
Aquafest is Northwest's Largest Festival! With 10 days of family fun and 3 nights of world renown entertainment open to all ages, you won't want to miss this fun-filled annual event!

Chetek – Museum Hosta Fundraiser
Saturday, June 4, 2022 9:00 AM 1:00 PM

Taste of Chetek
If you’re looking for a sampling of food from our great area establishments, this is the event for you. Join us at Main Street park for delicious eats and treats. Follow us on Facebook for more information. Monday, June 6, 2022 5:00 PM 7:00 PM

Turtle Lake Inter-County Fair
Turtle Lake Village Park Hwy 8 & 63, Turtle Lake, WI, United StatesThis annual fair is three days of food, music, rides and games. Other events include sheep and dairy shows, horse, truck and tractor pulls, pancake breakfasts, turtle derby, prize drawings, and Miss Turtle Lake and Little Miss Turtle Lake coronation. Register early for the Annual Turtle Trot 2 Mile Run/Walk or 10K Race.

Jamboree Days
Lion's Memorial Park New Auburn Park St, New Auburn, WICommunity festival which includes; softball and volleyball tournaments, kids activities, charcoal chicken dinner, live music, beer gardens, firefighter water games, and parade at noon on Sunday.

Wild Rice Pow Wow
Mak'oode Arena 777 US Highway 8 & 63, Turtle Lake, WIShare the culture of the St. Croix Chippewa of Wisconsin at the Annual Wild Rice Pow-wow, one of the largest competitive pow-wows in the Midwest. This annual event includes competitive dancing and drumming, performances, prizes and entertainment all weekend. Craft and Food Vendors will be on site all weekend. Grand entries at 1pm and 7pm…

Cars, Crafts & Rock-N-Roll in the Park
Turtle Lake Village Park Hwy 8 & 63, Turtle Lake, WI, United StatesAnnual show with dash plaques to the first 200 entries and 1st, 2nd & 3rd place trophies awarded to all classes. More than 50 craft vendors display their creations, classic 50's - 60's Rock-n-Roll music.

Barron County Pro Rodeo
Barron County Fairgrouds 101 Short Street, Rice Lake, WI, United StatesSee one of the best & largest professional rodeo events presented in the state of Wisconsin. A new event awaits you! The Pink Ladies Night September 8th 7pm.

Harvest Fest
Downtown Chetek Chetek, WI, United StatesCraft show, flea market, farmers market, and Scouts' BSA chicken dinner & high speed lawn tractor pull--all in downtown Chetek

Barron County Truck Show
Barron County Fairgrouds 101 Short Street, Rice Lake, WI, United StatesThe event includes Semi Trucks of all makes and models, vendors and delicious food, PLUS new additions every year. The Barron County Truck Show is a non profit event. Barron County Truck Show chooses a family or Non Profit from Barron County or the surrounding communities to donate to every year.

Wine & Beer Festival
UWEC - Barron County Gym 1800 College Dr, Rice Lake, WIThe event offers more than 100 wines and craft beers to sample along with many great Hors d’oeuvres. There will be more than 150 valuable raffle prizes.

Beer Crawl
Downtown Chetek Chetek, WI, United StatesThe Witches Brew and Warlocks Too beer crawl is Friday, Oct. 28. Upon paying $15 to attend the event, witches and warlocks will receive a beer stein and one free beer sample from each participating business. Thirteen retailers will be providing the samples for the crawl. This is a cash and check only event. The…

Hunters Feed
Rice Lake Chamber 37 S Main St, Rice Lake, WI, United StatesThe Rice Lake Chamber of Commerce invites hunters and nonhunters alike to the 17th annual Hunters Feed this Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Chamber building. Enjoy a lunch of hamburgers and hot dogs hot off the grill, baked beans, chips and beverage. Before or after the meal, view raffle prizes and…

Artscape on Main
Northern Star Theater 12 W Marshall St, Rice Lake, WISupport area students as they unveil their art. Paintings will be up for auction following the unveiling. All to benefit Downtown Rice Lake Artscape Scholarship Fund. Businesses and individuals are encouraged to attend.

In Remembrance 5K Run/Walk
Veteran's Memorial Park 20 E Stout St, Rice Lake, WIDoor prizes for the most patriotically dressed adult & kids. Adults: $35 per runner/walker Kids 6-12: $25 per runner/walker - 5 and under: Free

Chetek City-Wide Garage Sales
Chetek Chetek, WILook for advertisements in The Chetek Alert for more information on citywide garage sales

Aqua Fest
Aqua Fest 37 S Main St, Rice Lake, WINorthwest Wisconsin's largest music and events festival!

Kid’s Fishing Derby
Veterans Memorial Park - Rice Lake 20 E Stout St, Rice Lake, WIA great family fishing event and more! Free for kids 12 and under on the shore of Rice Lake. This event is hosted by the Rice Lake Area Men's Club and sponsored by McCain Foods. Kids are eligible win great prizes. Kids can hone their skills with our casting contest too.

Taste of Chetek
Main Street Park 624 2nd St, Chetek, WIIf you’re looking for a sampling of food from our great area establishments, this is the event for you. Join us at Main Street park for delicious eats and treats. Follow us on Facebook for more information.

Summer Solstice Celebration
Turtle Lake American Legion Hall 320 Maple St S, Turtle Lake, WisconsinVenture Downtown - A Not For Profit organization presents: Summer Solstice Celebration. Food and Craft Vendors, Live Music by the Stringsmiths, Sidewalk Chalk Art for the Family.

Hungry Hollow Steam & Gas Engine Show
Hungry Hollow Show Grounds 1509 19th Ave, Rice Lake, WIGrounds open 7 AM Pancake breakfast 7 AM Parade of Power 11:30 AM Silent Auction ends Saturday 3:33 PM Church service Sunday 9:00 AM Demonstrations & Activities Steam plowing Working steam & gas engines Working blacksmith shop Working saw mill & shingle mill Threshing exhibits Corn shredding & shelling Vintage Fire truck rides Model trains…

Turtle Lake Inter-County Fair
Turtle Lake Village Park Hwy 8 & 63, Turtle Lake, WI, United StatesThis annual fair is three days of food, music, rides and games. Other events include sheep and dairy shows, horse, truck and tractor pulls, pancake breakfasts, turtle derby, prize drawings, and Miss Turtle Lake and Little Miss Turtle Lake coronation. Register early for the Annual Turtle Trot 2 Mile Run/Walk or 10K Race.

Cars & Crafts in the Park
Turtle Lake Village Park Maple Street N & USH 8 & 63, Turtle Lake, WisconsinAnnual car show with dash plaques to the first 200 entries and 1st, 2nd & 3rd place trophies awarded to all classes. More than 50 craft vendors display their creations.

Turtle Lake Inter-County Fair
Turtle Lake Village Park Hwy 8 & 63, Turtle Lake, WI, United StatesFood, carnival rides, live music, horse and tractor pull competitions. Don't forget about the Turtle races and the Grand Parade on Sunday! A full weekend of fun and entertainment! The Turtle Lake Inter-County Fair is Free! Sponsored by the Turtle Lake Lions Club.

Fisherman’s Feed
Lumbering Hall of Fame Park Main Street, Rice Lake, WI1st Annual Fisherman’s Feed. Lumbering Hall of Fame Park (Behind Airtec Sports) Free hot dogs, hamburgers, beans, chips and drinks.

Rice Lake Aqua Fest
Rice Lake Rice Lake, WIThe 61st Annual Rice Lake Aquafest is gearing up for an exciting ten-day celebration of family fun! This year's event features an impressive lineup of musical acts, including Chris Kroeze, Joe Nichols, Quiet Riot, and Great White. In addition to these performances, attendees can look forward to a parade, Art in the Park, children's games,…

Hungry Hollow Steam Engine Days
Hungry Hollow Show Grounds 1509 19th Ave, Rice Lake, WIGrounds open 7 AM Pancake breakfast 7 AM Parade of Power 11:30 AM Silent Auction ends Saturday 3:33 PM Church service Sunday 9:00 AM Demonstrations & Activities

Barron County Fair
Barron County Fairgrouds 101 Short Street, Rice Lake, WI, United StatesCheck out all amazing events at the fair.

Water Mania
Chetek Hydroflites Ski Site 728 Lakeview Dr, Chetek, WIFriday, August 8, 2025. The day kicks off with Chetek Retailers Wine Walk and wraps up with a downtown street dance featuring live music by Home Grown Tomatoes Band. $5 at the Gate or FREE with your Wine Walk Lanyard. Saturday & Sunday August 9 & 10, 7 classes of high speed TCPBA boat go…

Past Reflections Car Show
Pioneer Village Museum 1870 13 1/2 Ave, Cameron, WI, United StatesThis is one of the most popular car shows in Northwest Wisconsin . Cars will be on display from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and the museum will be open until 5:00 pm. The Pioneer Kitchen will be open for your dining pleasure, as well.

Cameron Bluegrass Festival
Pioneer Village Museum 1870 13 1/2 Ave, Cameron, WI, United StatesEstablished in 2005 and housed at the Pioneer Village Museum near Cameron, the Cameron Bluegrass Festival offers toe-tapping music and fun for the whole family. Featuring three days of traditional bluegrass and gospel music, this annual festival draws enthusiastic musicians and visitors from near and far each year. Food and refreshments are available all weekend,…

Barron County Pro Rodeo
Barron County Fairgrouds 101 Short Street, Rice Lake, WI, United StatesThe Barron County Pro Rodeo Event is a full PRCA Rodeo presenting steer wrestling, WPRA Women's barrel racing, tie-down roping, team roping, saddle bronc riding, bareback riding and bull riding . One of the best rodeo events presented in Wisconsin.