Watching classical plays by Shakespeare is one of the many activities you can do in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin plays host to various festivals, fairs, events and crafts shows throughout the year. If you're planning a vacation in the Badger State, be sure to bring the whole family along. From musical and fruit festivals to winter celebrations and summer art shows, there's always something for everyone. Planning ahead and being informed about upcoming festivals, fairs, events and craft shows will enable you to make an itinerary that will suit parents and kids alike.
Summerfest
Watch the music industry's top stars in Summerfest, Milwaukee's largest music festival. Beginning in late June, it's 11 days and nights of pop, rock, country, blues and folk music. It not only attracts the big names of music, but also emerging artists and local talents. The venue is the Markus Amphitheater, with Lake Michigan as the backdrop for this musical event like no other.
Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival
Experience a little bit of Asia by watching dragon boats compete at the Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival. This event is an annual fundraising activity organized by the Superior Rotary Club, Duluth's Harbortown Rotary Club and the Superior Sunrise Centennial Rotary Club; the proceeds help charitable organizations. Held at Superior Bay, other activities aside from dragon boat racing include musical performances and fireworks.
American Players Theater
Enjoy outdoor plays at the American Players Theater (APT), located amidst the forest in Spring Green, Wisconsin. The APT takes pride in its outdoor amphitheaters, which play host to various classical plays. See its take on the works of literary masters such as Shakespeare, Tennessee Williams and John Steinbeck. The Spring Green area also offers outdoor activities such as canoeing, fishing and hiking.
Polar Dash
Spend winter with your family at Olbrich Botanical Gardens in Madison and join the Polar Dash. Let your kids race around a snow-covered racetrack with their very own stuffed polar bear on a sled. The Polar Dash is for kids 12 and under and is presented by Physicians Plus. This event promotes healthy living and encourages kids to be active and on the go. After the fun-filled race, the kids can go inside the Olbrich's tropical Bolz Conservatory for more activities.
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