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Find interactive art and dazzling light displays at GLEAM

2026/10/13

GLEAM at the Olbrich Botanical Gardens in Madison is a unique opportunity to see the gardens illuminated at night and enjoy several interactive displays that play with the natural beauty of the gardens.

Visit a megalithic site like Stonehenge right here in Wisconsin

2026/09/16

Kinstone is a modern megalithic sculpture park that features massive stones and hand crafted buildings amongst the natural beauty the state has to offer.

Enjoy live theater surrounded by nature at the American Players Theatre

2026/08/24

Wisconsin is home to a Tony Award-winning theater — the American Players Theatre.

Old World Wisconsin to celebrate 50th anniversary

2026/06/29

For 50 years, Old World Wisconsin has been immersing visitors in the history of our state. The 600 acre site gives visitors a look into the daily lives of Wisconsin’s 19th century immigrants.

Enjoy Native dance and culture at the 52nd annual Oneida Pow wow

2026/06/17

The 52nd annual Oneida Pow Wow is happening June 26-28. The powwow draws 10,000 visitors to Oneida to experience traditional music and dancing.

See all 15 crane species right here in Wisconsin

2026/05/21

The International Crane Foundation in Baraboo, WI is the only place in the world where you can see all 15 crane species.

Take an art class and connect with history and nature at Shake Rag Alley

2026/05/11

Shake Rag Alley is an art center in Mineral Point that attracts visitors from Wisconsin and beyond, offering a variety of classes throughout the year.

Racine Art Museum to host 17th annual PEEPS exhibition in April

2026/03/09

Peep the PEEPS pieces at the Racine Art Museum's 17th annual PEEPS exhibition starting April 1.

Wisconsin's first skating ribbon draws thousands to Boulder Junction Winter Park

2026/02/17

The Glide is essentially an ice skating trail through the woods. Wisconsin's first skating ribbon, The Glide, opened in the winter of 2025 at the Boulder Junction Winter Park.

Fond du Lac festival marks start of Wisconsin sturgeon spearing season

2026/01/29

The Sturgeon Spectacular in Fond du Lac celebrates the start of the sturgeon spearing season with winter activities.

Train for a biathlon at the Ariens Nordic Center in Wisconsin

2025/12/16

The Ariens Nordic Center is an outdoor recreation center that's a certified U.S. Biathlon Training Center.

Nutcracker in the Castle at Paine Mansion is an immersive twist on the holiday classic

2025/11/20

The Nutcracker in the Castle begins Nov. 21 at the Paine Art Center in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

Find a treasure trail of public art in the Stevens Point Sculpture Park

2025/10/17

For this month’s Wandering Wisconsin we’re heading to Stevens Point. There’s a sculpture park nestled in the woods there.

Wisconsin's first state park celebrates 125th anniversary

2025/10/01

Interstate Park hugs the western border of the state with Minnesota. The St. Croix National Scenic Riverway runs through the park, creating stunning views of steep rock cliffs. The park’s unique features offer a variety of recreational opportunities all in one place.

The Driftless Region boast both beauty and unbeatable fly fishing

2025/08/28

The Driftless Region is full of meandering streams and rivers with cold, spring-fed water pushing through the rocks — making it one of the best trout-fishing habitats in the country. Trout season runs through Oct. 15 with some of the best fishing conditions in the fall making it an ideal time to plan a trip to the Driftless.