Lake Geneva Events Calendar, Lodging Specials, Play & Stay

May 15th-
"Dancing With The Stars" Lake Geneva Style - Lake Geneva

7 - 11 pm
Riviera Ballroom
Downtown, Lake Geneva
(262) 325-5160, www.glwa.net
Local celebrities are paired with local professional dancers for this lively and sometimes dramatic competition - all in the spirit of the TV show! Put on your dancin' shoes and join us at the Riviera for an elegant evening of dance competition, featuring Kathy Spiegelhoff from the Gooseberries organization, Richard Vartanian from AT & T, Younguist Orthodontist's very own Dr. Bob Youngquist, Dr. Mona Hodkiewicz from the Lake Geneva Animal Hospital, Wyntree Construction's Bill Binn, and Julie Sarton, Keefe Real Estate Agent and local artist. Fabulous food and drink, and an evening of ballroom dancing! Heavy hors doeuvres from Gooseberries Catering, open bar, tickets $70 per person.

May 16th-
The Lake Geneva Community Orchestra marks the end of its regular 2009 season presenting "Grand Finale", which celebrates the final full season for Music Director Andrew Dogan at Delavan High School's Auditorium (click for map) at 7:30PM, May 16, 2009. Admission is free, but an $8 donation is suggested.

The concert will feature works from two of Mr. Dogan's favorite composers, Leonard Bernstein with his Overature to Candide, and Peter Tchaikovsky's monumental Symphony Number 5 in E Minor. The Orchestra will also play Czech composer Bedrick Smetana's Three Dances from his most popular work, The Bartered Bride.
www.lakegenevaorchestra.org/site/index.php

May 16th-
Farm Dinner - Elkhorn

Dietzler Farms
W4222 County Rd A, Elkhorn
(262) 642-7665, (773) 293-2489, www.dietzlerbeef.com
Michelle Dietzler will be on hand to discuss her practices and wonderful products. There will be a tour of the three sites of their farm, followed by a five course dinner paired with beers by Metropolitan Brewing. Doug will be on hand to discuss his process and sample his beers. FEAR NOT, our vegetarian friends, we will be happy to accommodate you as well. This is about learning the process of the cattle of Dietzler, eating some great food, and chilling out by a bonfire with like-minded friends. Call today, seats are limited to 36 guests.

May 16th-
Rituals of Spring - Eagle

10 am - 5 pm
Old World Wisconsin
S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle
(262) 594-6300, www.oldworldwisconsin.org

Join us in readying the farmsteads for the growing season. See draft horses plow the croplands and learn about the importance of sorghum as you observe its planting. Watch wool go from fleece to fiber, as you see how stock dogs herd sheep, the sheep are hand sheared, and the wool is carded, spun and dyed. Help the historic farmers assemble an antique saw mill. Plant a little history in your backyard with something from our heirloom plant sale.

May 17th-
Elkhorn Antique Flea Market
www.nlpromotionsllc.com

May 21st-

Brown's Lake Aquaducks Water-Ski Show Team - Burlington, 6 - 7pm

Location: Fischer Park on Brown's Lake, Burlington, (262) 763-9719, www.aquaducks.org
Browns Lake Aquaducks Water-Ski Show Team - Ski show every Thursday from Memorial Day thru Labor Day at Fischer Park on Browns Lake at 6 p.m. (Jr. show at 4:30 ). Shows on Saturdays on Holiday weekends at 6 p.m. Performance includes jump acts, trick & shoe skiing, swivel skiing, human pyramids, girls' ballet line and barefoot water skiing. Free and open to public. Check the website for tournament week when there will be no show.

Memorial Day Weekend - A few rental homes are still available!!!

May 23-24th-
Fontana Garden Fair - Fontana

The Park House
329 Third Ave., Fontana
(262) 275-5817
Raffle drawing at 1 pm on Saturday, homemade pies as well as cloth bags, t-shirts, and garden books will be on sale along with many varieties of plants. Proceeds from the fair go for scholarships to college students who qualify and who are studying for a career in a field that nourishes and protects our environment. Saturday 9 am - 4 pm, Sunday 9 am - 2 pm.

May 22-25th
Burlington ChocolateFest
Burlington , WI 53105
Friday, May 22, 2009
to Monday, May 25, 2009
phone: (262) 763-3300
fax: (262) 763-3631
web: www.chocolatefest.com
Family festival featuring chocolate, live entertainment, food and fun. Memorial Day Weekend.

May 28th-
Wine Divas of Lake Geneva- Fontana

6 pm
Gordy's Boat House & Cobalt Lounge
336 Lake Ave, Fontana
(262) 275-6800, www.gordysboats.com
Ladies only! Mark your calendars - great food, great wine and great company make these nights memorable. Join us the last Thursday of every month for appetizers, wine and marvelous views of Lake Geneva.

Every Weekend-
East Troy Electric Railroad - East Troy
Sunday, May 10 through October
East Troy Electric Railroad
2002 Church St, East Troy
(262) 642-3263, www.easttroyrr.org
Come Enjoy the Unique Experience of Wisconsin's Last Original Electric Railroad Line. Trolley Rides � Dinner Train � Railroad Museum � Gift Shop. The East Troy Electric Railroad runs from East Troy to Mukwonago in southeast Wisconsin. Regular weekend service begins May 10th and continues every weekend and holiday through October 30th. Weekday trains run from June 10th through September 4th on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. No reservations are required!

Every Saturday-
Organized Group Bike Ride - LaGrange
Saturdays, through October
9 am
LaGrange General Store
intersection of Hwys H & 12, LaGrange
(262) 495-8600, www.backyardbikes.com
Group Bike Rides, every Saturday, April through October, weather permitting. Departs at 9 am from LaGrange General Store. 30 to 40-mile bike rides. Bicycle the beautiful Kettle Moraine State Forest. Explore the less traveled and scenic named town roads and lettered country roads. We offer everything you need to make your outdoor adventure an experience of a lifetime.

Every Weekend-

Springtime Reflections: An Art Exhibition
Geneva Lake Art Association Gallery, 647 W. Main St., North Shore Pavilion, Lake Geneva
Friday, February 06, 2009 6:00 PM
to Monday, April 27, 2009 8:00 PM
phone: (262) 249-7988
web: www.genevalakeart.org

Every Saturday-
Cruise Night - East Troy

4 pm
Gus's Drive-In
3131 Main St, East Troy
(262) 642-2929, www.gussdrivein.com
Relive the '50's at Gus's Drive-In's fabulous Saturday Cruise Nights. Dine under the neon canapy while listening to a DJ spinning all the favorite hits from the '50's. Stay for the classic cars that stack up all around the restaurant. A great family activity!! Join us every Saturday until the snow flies!

Every Weekend-
Yerkes Observatory is open for free public tours every Saturday throughout the year. Regular Saturday tours are designed for families and other small groups. During the tours, the tour guide provides a brief talk on the history of Yerkes, astronomical research, and our amazing Universe. He will also take visitors into the 90-foot dome, one of the largest of its kind ever built. Here, visitors look at the famed 40-inch Refractor, the world's biggest lens-type telescope, and its impressive...
astro.uchicago.edu/yerkes/index.html

Every Weekend - "Legends" Show - Delavan Location: Miilies Restaurant & Shopping Village, N2484 County O, Delavan, (262) 728-2434, www.milliesshows.com

Millie's presents "Legends", featuring Mark & Gretch Hladish, a salute to timeless musical icons. Legends are timeless and ageless, their songs define the very fabric of our lives. With a succession of hits spanning often thirty or forty year careers, these performers have carved a unique space in the history of modern music. Delight your ears with the melodies of Elvis, Barbara Streisand, Tom Jones, Diana Ross, Barry Manilow, Aretha Franklin, Neal Diamond, Patsy Cline, Frank Sinatra and Celine Dion.
Matinee Show: Wednesday & Thursday, 2 pm; Sunday, 3 pm. $19.95 per person includes Legends show and $10 Millie's Money, applied towards any menu item or Gift Haus purchase.
Legends Show Matinee Dates: 4/8, 4/9, 4/15, 4/16, 4/19, 4/23, 4/29, 4/30, 5/3, 5/6, 5/13, 5/14, 5/17, 5/20, 5/21, 5/27, 5/28, 5/31, 6/3, 6/4, 6/5, 6/10, 6/11, 6/14, 6/17, 6/18, 6/24, 6/28, 7/1, 7/2, 7/9
Evening Show: Fridays, 6 pm dinner, 7 pm show. $27.95 per person includes Legends show and complete fish fry..

Women's Weekend Get-Away Package

Golf Weekend Play and Stay Packages

Start Planning for the PHISH Concert Weekend

June

June 5, 6, 7
June 12,13,14
June 19, 20, 21
June 26, 27, 28

The Lake Geneva Theatre Company presents:
The Mystery of Irma Vep by Charles Ludlam
This definitive spoof of Gothic melodramas, recently revived Off Broadway to raves, is a quick-change marathon in which two actors play all the roles. We will even feature a werewolf and vampire for good measure.

Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm
Historic Horticultural Hall 330 Broad Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
All tickets $22.00 Please call for group rates.
Call 262-325-4753 Or buy tickets online at www.lakegenevatheatre.org

June 13th - 14th -

9th Annual Paint-in, Geneva Lake Art Association, 10am-4pm. White umbrellas & tables mark the locations of local artists demonstrating and selling their art work on the downtown sidewalks of Lake Geneva. Sponsored by the Geneva Lake Art Association and the Chamber of Commerce. For information call (262) 249-7988 or visit www.genevalakeart.org

June 20th - 21st-

Native American Festival, "Honor the Firekeepers". Dunn Field, Lake Geneva, WI. 18th Annual Traditional Pow-Wow. Gates open at 10am. Grand Entry: Sat. 1pm and 7pm. Sun. 1pm. Traders Featuring Native American Art, Jewelry, Crafts, Craft Supplies, Music Tapes, CD's and much more. For general information contact Gary Adamson (262) 248-2784.

June 20th-
Dairy Breakfast - Walworth County Farm Bureau
6:00 AM - 11:00 AM
phone: 723-3228

"Scrambled eggs for 2700 please." Breakfast lovers won't believe their eyes, as the main course is prepared in a huge frying pan that can accommodate 360 eggs! Pancakes, sausage, coffee cake and all the fixins' are also on the menu at this "all-you-can-eat" affair. There's also a display of antique tractors, a petting zoo, and cow milking and hay bale throwing contests.

June 20th and 21st-

PHISH Concert at Alpine Valley Music Theatre

June 28th-
Elkhorn Antique Flea Market
www.nlpromotionsllc.com

PHISH Concert Weekend Packages

Golf Weekend Play and Stay Packages

July

July 2nd -

Brown's Lake Aquaducks Water-Ski Show Team - Burlington, 6 - 7pm

July 4th-

Old World Fourth of July - Eagle

10am - 5pm

Location: Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle, (262) 594-6300, www.oldworldwisconsin.org
Take part in a grand and historic event, like those of small towns from the 19th & 20th centuries, as Old World Wisconsin celebrates our nation's military. Enjoy old-fashioned games, a band concert, and other historic activities. Visit with reenactors from the Civil War-era Company F 29th Infantry USCT; see their camps, learn about their weapons, and understand what the life of a soldier was like. Admission to the museum is FREE for Veterans.

July 4th-

Fontana Fireworks & Boat House Party- Fontana, Location: Gordy's Boat House Bar & Restaurant, 336 Lake Ave, 262-275-6800, www.gordysboats.com

July 18th and 19th-

Old Fashioned Farm Fair
The Elegant Farmer, 1545 Main St., Mukwonago, WI
Saturday, July 18, 2009
to Sunday, July 19, 2009
phone: (262) 363-6770
web: www.elegantfarmer.com

Remember pie eating contests, needle in a haystack and other simple but fun games? Visit The Elegant Farmer for their Old Fashioned Farm Fair to participate in the fun & games for kids of all ages while enjoying your summer favorite grilled foods, brats and corn.

July 18th-
44th Annual CHICKEN ROAST
Edgewater Park, Williams Bay
Noon - 7:00 pm
phone: 262-245-6527

Williams Bay Volunteer Fire Department is doing it again! In fact, for the 44th time! Great eating from noon until 7:00 pm or until the chicken runs out. $10 donation. (Advance purchase from a firefighter or at Village...
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Williams Bay Volunteer Fire Department is doing it again! In fact, for the 44th time! Great eating from noon until 7:00 pm or until the chicken runs out. $10 donation. (Advance purchase from a firefighter or at Village Hall is $8). Menu: 1/2 chicken, potato, butter, roll, coleslaw, cake, drink and great socializing.
Proceeds go towards building maintenance and equipment.
Edgewater Park is coincidentally at the edge of the water. Hope to see you there!

July 25th and 26th-

JURIED Fine Art and Limited Craft Show
Edgewater Park, Williams Bay, WI
Saturday, July 25, 2009 10:00 AM
to Sunday, July 26, 2009 5:00 PM
8th annual presented by The Williams Bay Art Festival Committee.
Artists from all over the United States will participate. Mixed Media, Oil/Acrylic, Pastels, Photography, Watercolor, Fiber, Glass, Scupture, Wood and Jewelry will be shown.

Start Planning for the Jimmy Buffett Concert Weekend

August

August 7th - 8th-
Lake Geneva Antique Show & Sale
Horticultural Hall and Church Guild Hall, 330 Broad Street, Lake Geneva
Friday, August 07, 2009 Friday & Saturday 10:00 AM to Saturday, August 08, 2009 Friday 6:00 PM & Saturday 5:00 PM
phone: (262) 248-3522
web: www.holycommunionlakegeneva.org

53rd show featuring 25 outstanding dealers, crystal repair and one free appraisal. Hosted by Holy Communion Episcopal Church, the show will take place at Horticultural Hall and in the adjacent Church Guild Halls. Thursday's...
elegant Preview Party and Silent Auction, 6-9 pm, offers live chamber music, refreshments, hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, deliciolus desserts and early buying privileges. Friday's Luncheon & Lecture on Victorian and Vintage Gardens features horticulturist Rachel Catlett of Craig Bergmann Landscape Design, Inc. Tickets to Thursday's Preview Party & Silent Auction and Friday's Luncheon & Lecture are $20 each. General admission tickets are $5.

August 8th - 9th -

29th Annual Art in the Park, Geneva Lake Art Association's Fine Art Show, Library Park, Main Street (Route 50), Lake Geneva. Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm. An outdoor juried fine art show featuring 90 artists from across the country held in Library Park beside the lake, in Lake Geneva. Music, a children's art activity area, and food are also part of this family festival. Sponsored by the Geneva Lake Art Association. Call the Gallery for more information (262) 249-7988.

August 8th-
St. Benedict's Summer Bazaar
137 Dewey Ave. (& Hwy 67), Fontana, WI
Saturday, August 08, 2009 10:00 am
to Monday, January 01, 1900 2:00 pm
Crafts (Halloween/Thanksgiving/Christmas), gift basket raffle, handmade items, bakery goods, jewelry, luncheon.

August 9th-
Elkhorn Antique Flea Market
www.nlpromotionsllc.com

August 19th - 23rd

Venetian Festival, Flat Iron Park, Lake Geneva. Five day festival featuring a carnival, craft fair, water ski show, musical entertainment, local cuisine, and the festival's traditional lighted boat parade followed by a firework display high above Geneva Lake. Sponsored by The Lake Geneva Jaycees. Wednesday - Friday 6pm to Midnight. Saturday & Sunday Noon to Midnight. For information go to www.lakegenevaJaycees.org. Craft Fair Information: Rob Twyning (847) 917-9814. Entertainment information: Chad Bittner
(262) 248-9551.

August 28 - 30

Maxwell Street Days, Downtown Lake Geneva. (262) 248-4416.

August 28th-

Parrot Head Ball - Lake Geneva, WI

Friday Night at Hemingways

August 29th- in Lake Geneva

Jimmy Buffett at Alpine Valley Music Theatre

Golf Weekend Play and Stay Packages

Jimmy Buffett Concert Weekend Package

September

September 10th - 13th

3rd Annual Lake Geneva Wine Festival showcases nationally recognized vintners and chefs in a beautiful lakeside setting to support organizations benefiting children and families through education and outreach.While in town for the Lake Geneva Wine Festival, please enjoy shopping and dining in beautiful downtown Lake Geneva. Many stores have special events and promotions on Saturday and Sunday. Call (262) 245-8635 or visit www.lakegenevawinefestival.com

Wine Festival Play and Stay Package

September 12th-
Lake Geneva Triathlon
Fontana, WI
Saturday, September 12, 2009
phone: (262) 275-3577
web: www.lakegenevasports.com

Olympic, Half-Ironman, Sprint and Super Sprint Distances.

September 26 -

The Fat Tire Memorial Tour of Lake Geneva, 21.5 mile bicycle tour through Lake Geneva, Fontana and Williams Bay. www.fattirememorialtour.com, 262-248-1196.

September 27th-
Elkhorn Antique Flea Market
www.nlpromotionsllc.com

Golf Weekend Play and Stay Packages

October

October 10th - 11th

18th Annual Oktoberfest, Lake Geneva, WI. (262) 248-4416. Family Fall Festival includes music, magic, pony rides and the Great Pumpkin Giveaway. Food and craft booths, restaurant and shopping specials and carriage rides.

Golf Weekend Play and Stay Packages

December

Holiday Memories -Millie's Restaurant & Shopping Village www.milliesshows.com

14th Annual Christmas in the Country, Lake Geneva. Glorious celebration of lights, music, theatre, cuisine and merriment begins with the illumination of a half million lights across the resort's 1,300 acres of rolling countryside - one of the Midwest's largest lighting displays. Grand Geneva features dozens of mechanical holiday displays, daily holiday teas, gingerbread house building contests, and breakfast with Santa.

"Winter Exhibit" The Geneva Lake Art Association's spring exhibit featuring memberartist's works. Regular gallery hours are Saturdays 10am-4pm and Sundays 1pm-4pm. The GLAA Gallery is located in the NorthShore Pavilion at 647 W. Main St., Lake Geneva. For more information call262-249-7988 or visit the website at www.genevalakeart.org

"A Fireside Christmas" Fort Atkinson Saturday, The Fireside Dinner Theatre www.firesidetheatre.com

Christmas Barn - Elkhorn

Apple Barn Orchard and Winery www.applebarnorchardandwinery.com

Christmas at Northwind- Burlington You are invited to experience the magic of Christmas at Northwind.

www.northwindperennialfarm.com

"Find the Joy in East Troy" - East Troy Throughout East Troy, (262) 642-3770, www.easttroywi.org

"Ho, Ho, Ho" is what you will hear from Santa as he and his elves ride the East Troy Electric Railroad's Christmas Express. Come join in this family holiday tradition in heated train cars for a 45 minute ride departing from The Elegant Farmer's depot.

December 31st - New Year's Eve at Carvetti's in Downtown Lake Geneva -

Open Bar from 9 to 1 am $40 per person -$25 Bottles of Champagne - LIVE DJ's and WIN a trip to Cancun!!!

642 W. Main St.
Lake Geneva, WI 53147

www.carvettis.com

Christmas Play and Stay Packages

New Year's Eve Play and Stay Packages

Get your friend's together and book your reservation soon!!

262-949-1641 or 630-744-6610