Fun for all ages! We have a weekend full of great events planned including games and lots of fun! Other events include a softball tournament, 2-Day Arts & Craft Fair, Car show, Live music from 2nd Time Around Band & Austin Fire! As well as food vendors and a beer tent!

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend in Shell Lake with good old fashion small-town fun! There will be a variety of events throughout the weekend.  

We have been cautiously making plans for the 2021 Classic Boat & Schooner Rendezvous. As the Bayfield Festival of Arts will be in Memorial Park the same weekend, we are not planning anything elaborate for the event, other than having interesting and unique boats at the City Dock for viewing, and the boat parade at…

Salute to the cranberry growers in the northwest Wisconsin region. Events include wine tasting, marsh tours, pancake breakfast, and pie social.

The city of Shell Lake kicks off the Holiday Season with a day dedicated to all things “Holiday”.  Start the day with breakfast and photos with Santa.  Then, head downtown to find sales in all of the shops, an arts & crafts fair, and much more. For more information, call 715-468-4340.

Saturday, December 4th | 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Downtown Birchwood | Birchwood, WI 54817 Visit Birchwood for a day of fun and festivities to kick off the Holiday Season. Craft & vendor show at the school, used book sale, bake sales, soup and pie luncheon, meat raffle, visit with Santa Claus, lighting of the…

Washburn County / Tri-County Dairy Breakfast will take place Saturday, June 11th, 2022, from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Washburn County Fairgrounds. Adults $7.00 Children 5-12 years of age $5.00 and Under 5 FREE! Come enjoy Pancakes, Maple Syrup, Honey Butter, Sausages, Strawberries, Cheese, Milk, and Coffee while celebrating June Dairy Month and…

There is nothing quite like Runnin' with Sasquatch in the Northwoods on National Jerky Day... Join us for an exciting Family-Fun Run in Minong to celebrate our love for the World's Best Meat Snacks! 100% of proceeds from race registration will be donated to support the Minong Area Ambulance.​ After the race, stick around for…

The 19th annual Shell Lake Art Festival will be held in Memorial Park on the shores of beautiful Shell Lake on Hwy. 63. Artists booths will be spaced to allow more room to provide social distancing for patrons. This is a juried art festival showcasing local and regional artists. At this highly anticipated annual event,…

The ultimate summer concert! Gates will open at 4:00 PM with country music singer Dawn Marie starting the show at 5:00PM. A crowd favorite from previous years, GB Leighton takes the stage at 6:15PM. For you rock fans, Great White will be rocking on stage at 8:00 PM. And closing out the evening with be…

Since 1954, Spooner Rodeo has guaranteed -- and delivered -- the biggest thrills, spills and outright excitement that professional rodeo can offer. Every year at Spooner, top-ranked competitors pit their skills against the clock and Barnes Company's biggest, roughest and wiliest stock in pro rodeo's most exciting events: bareback and saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping,…

A 5k Run/Walk for everyone. Come to test your fitness and see how fast you can go or bring a group of friends to walk the course and enjoy sometime out being active!

Delicious selection of homemade pies served with vanilla ice cream. Root beer floats also available. Music by Good Medicine Band.

The Shell Lake Lions Club is hosting two events at 8 AM on Saturday, July 23, at the Shell Lake beach. Timing services are provided by Duluth Timing and Events. There are 2 events. The triathlon, a traditional swim/bike/run, is unchanged. Participants may also choose the duathlon, a run/bike/run event. Both events will run concurrently.  …

Live Music, Food Booths, Sand Volleyball Tourney, Bean Bag Tourney, Beer Tent, Craft Fair, Sidewalk Sales, Car Show and more! Community Fun For Everyone!!

Held over Labor Day Weekend, this festival is when the City folks invite the Country folks into town for fun and games. Town & Country Days features several events and fun activities for the whole family. The festival includes: Tractor pull, Garden Tractor pull, Truck pull, Lake Run, 5K and kid's 40-yard dash. Kid's pedal…

Spooner Police Department vs. Spooner Fire Department Charity Softball game! You’re not going to want to miss this family fun event. Raising money for 2 specific causes-Spooner Police Department is raising money to supply the Spooner School District with products to supply under privileged students the supplies they need for winter (coats, boots, mittens, etc)…

Enjoy a fun family festival with tons of kids’ games, pumpkin roll down Siegner Hill, pumpkin painting, inflatable bounce houses and much more.

We are so excited to be hosting this year's Tozer Turkey Trot! After last year’s hiatus we are back to having our annual in-person race! Please join us Thanksgiving morning for our fun run/walk benefiting The Washburn County Food Pantry.

We hope to see you this year for our annual Food & Wine Tasting Benefit hosted by the Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce benefiting local non-profits. Enjoy food from local restaurants, tasting of wines and beer, a raffle and silent auction. The Spooner Chamber asks for your generous donation and support to benefit our community!

Join the Spooner Police Foundation for the 8th Annual 5K Foot Pursuit. The race will begin & end at Spooner Physical Therapy & Wellness. Strollers and friendly dogs on a leash are welcome! All proceeds from the race go directly to the Spooner Police Foundation to support K-9 Rex. Early bird registration is open through…

More than twenty-five exhibitors are expected to attend the 13th annual Canoe & Wooden Boat Show held in the street in front of this former grain elevator turned museum. There will also be museum tours and open house in the museum exhibit hall, ongoing activities and demonstrations in the canoe workshop, a silent auction of…

Spend an afternoon with your family at the fun-filled family festival in Spooner. This event is completely free and includes family activities, entertainment, food, games, and more. Some of the fun includes a miniature train rides, face painting, craft projects and many other great activities. Be sure to also head over to the Yellow River…

One of the finest art fairs in northwestern Wisconsin! Local and regional artists will be displaying and selling their art work on the beautiful shores of Shell Lake in Memorial Park. This is a highly anticipated and “must attend” summer event. Once you have seen the variety of quality artwork, you'll put it on your…

Formerly known as Spooner Block Party, Freedom Music Fest WI, hosts talent known around the nation and continues to grow into a "can't miss" event! Be sure to grab your tickets and enjoy the Freedom Music Fest WI on July 1, 2023 in Spooner, Wisconsin! It's a summer night you won't want to miss. Smokin'…

Come celebrate the anniversary of our great nation with a hometown street dance and fireworks in downtown Shell Lake. Fireworks display will be on Shell Lake Beach starting at dusk and the dance will be held on 5th Street after the fireworks.

Since 1954, Spooner Rodeo has guaranteed -- and delivered -- the biggest thrills, spills and outright excitement that professional rodeo can offer. Every year at Spooner, top-ranked competitors pit their skills against the clock and Barnes Company's biggest, roughest and wiliest stock in pro rodeo's most exciting events: bareback and saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping,…

The Shell Lake Triathlon includes a 1/3 mile swim, 15 mile bike ride, and a 3 mile run. The area has a great lake to swim in, great roads to bike, great trails and roads to run. The event is organized by Tempo Tickets and the Shell Lake Lions Club. Awards will be presented to…

Come experience a real county fair with a carnival, food, entertainment, horse pull, kiddie tractor pull, livestock show and auction, 4-H and other exhibits.

This summer weekend is filled with fun for everyone. Events include live music Friday & Saturday nights, arts & crafts fair, sidewalk sales, Kid's Savage Dash, sport tournaments, car show, outdoor show, pancake breakfast and much more!  

Head over to stunning, Long Lake, for the annual Band on the Barge. Dave's Outboard Barge will be anchored off of the Big Island Sand Bar. This event is free and open to the public so grab your boat, pontoon, kayak or canoe and head out to enjoy some live music.

3 days of family fun that includes a parade, car show and UTV showcase, art and craft fair, food vendors, and softball tournament. Two awesome bands: Second Time Around, Friday 7 pm to 11 pm and Austin Fire, Saturday Night 7pm to 11pm. Come and enjoy this fun, family event!

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend in Shell Lake with a lake run, food booths, chocolate festival, truck pull, tractor pull, kiddie and grand parades, sailing regatta, games, contests, arts & crafts show, and a fly-in breakfast.  

The Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual Food & Wine Tasting event. Each year this event feature local restaurants showcasing some of their best menu items, and beer & wine distributors from around the area sample their best items. In addition to the Food & Wine Tasting there will be live music,…

The Shell Lake Art Festival is a juried event showcasing regional artists.  At this highly anticipated annual art fair, patrons will find an outstanding selection of fine art and craft to browse and purchase as they walk among the artisan displays.  Some of the original artwork you will find includes pottery, wood, jewelry, leather, painting…

We welcome you to this year’s edition of the legendary Spooner Rodeo. This coming year is our 70th year! Spooner Rodeo fans deserve the best, and as always, they will see professional rodeo’s top competitors here at Spooner, continuing that grand tradition. Determined pro rodeo contestants from around the country will be at Spooner to vie…

Join the Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce for an early Easter celebration with a traditional egg hunt. Participating children can come early to register to win one of the bikes donated to the event. Egg Hunting Groups will be split by age to keep things fair for all the kids participating. Registration will run from…

We hope to see you this year for our annual food and wine tasting benefit hosted by the Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy delicious food from local restaurants and food vendors, tasting of wines and beer, a raffle, silent auction, live music, and so much more! 2025 Beneficiary - Winged Freedom Raptor Hospital of…

Maps can be downloaded from Minong Area Chamber Facebook page

The Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum (WCHM) in Spooner is once again making plans to celebrate Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Day in 2025 on Saturday May 24 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.This free eventwill include open house in the museum exhibit hall, ongoing activities in the canoe workshop, live music and food and beverage outdoors in the…

Spend a day with family at the fairgrounds! Free to everyone! A fun day of games, activities for everyone, interesting exhibits, lunch, and so much more!  More details to come!

Come out to enjoy the Annual Tri-County June Dairy Breakfast hosted at the Washburn County Fairgrounds! This annual dairy breakfast is hosted to kick off National Dairy Month. There will be pancakes, maple syrup, honey butter, sausage, ice cream & strawberries, cheese, milk, juice and coffee served - a true Wisconsin Dairy breakfast! This event…

Since 1954, Spooner Rodeo has guaranteed -- and delivered -- the biggest thrills, spills and outright excitement that professional rodeo can offer. Every year at Spooner, top-ranked competitors pit their skills against the clock and Barnes Company's biggest, roughest and wiliest stock in pro rodeo's most exciting events: bareback and saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping,…

For over 100 years, the Washburn County Fair has been a staple event in Spooner. Bringing together both young and old to exhibit their hard work over the past year, the unique displays are an absolute must see. Of course, the animals steal the show, especially if you’re a kid headed to the fair. Everyone…

"Old Time Fun" Parade, Craft Sale, Car & Bike Show

It's time for the 5th Annual Ukulele Festival! Headlining performance by the energetic Aaron Baer. Performances by the Strum Brothers and Lil' Rev. Start the day with a jam/singalong with Uke On! Sessions for all skill levels taught by the talented ukulele players - Aaron Baer, Lil Rev, and Ukester Brown. End the day with…

Held over Labor Day Weekend, this festival is when the City folks invite the Country folks into town for fun and games. Town & Country Days features several events and fun activities for the whole family. The festival includes: Tractor pull, Garden Tractor pull, Truck pull, Lake Run, 5K and kid's 40-yard dash. Kid's pedal…

For over 45 years, the small town of Stone Lake has welcomed thousands of visitors to celebrate the annual cranberry harvest. For just one day, this community is home to some of the best arts & crafts and tastiest cranberry treats that you can find anywhere. Held rain, shine, or snow! Other fun happenings throughout…