Rendezvous
January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August
September | October | November | December
Events are subject to
change, please call ahead to confirm.
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January 1: New Year’s Day Brunch,
Prairie du Chien Rotary Club fundraiser. Held at
Huckleberry’s Restaurant, 1916 Marquette Rd, Prairie du
Chien, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 608-326-5488.
January 7 - March 26: Winter Film
Festival, Special display and movies (variety of local and
national topics) shown Saturdays and Sundays on the hour, from
10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Mondays at 1 p.m., free admission, open to
the public daily, Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of
Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
January 21-22: Snowball Fest,
Let the snowballs fly. Free wine tasting, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,
Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
January 28-29: McGregor Fiber &
Fabric Arts Fest, McGregor’s Landing Event
Center, McGregor, IA. Demos, vendors, seminars on quilting,
sewing, spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting. Sat. style
show of hand-made garments, antique sewing machine displays.
Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 563-880-0093 or
563-880-8677.
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February - March 26: Winter Film
Festival, Effigy Mounds National Monument, (See Jan. 7 for
description), 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
February 4-5: Annual Fisheree,
Ice fishing competition on waters near Prairie du Chien with
headquarters at Lakeview Marina Bar & Restaurant, County
K, Prairie du Chien, outing for the entire family, fishing
prizes, and evening entertainment, (Fisheree WILL BE HELD -
ice or no ice), 800-732-1673.
February 6: Lions Spaghetti Supper, Held at Bluffview
School, Prairie du Chien.
February 11: Progressive Dinner,
Five-course Valentine’s Day dinner tour of the B&Bs
& Inns in Marquette & McGregor, IA, 800-896-0910.
February 18: Bucks of Crawford
County Deer Show, Display of deer head mounts and racks,
prizes awarded, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., 608-326-2718, National Guard
Armory, Hwy 35 N, Prairie du Chien.
February 18-19: Cabin Fever
Weekend, Free wine tasting, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Eagles Landing
Winery, Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
February 25: Bald Eagle
Appreciation Day, Live Bald Eagle and raptor programs,
exhibits, birding experts on hand, outdoor viewing of Bald
Eagles through spotting scopes, life-size Bald Eagle nest,
activities for children, held on the grounds of the Prairie du
Chien Regional Tourism Center/Prairie du Chien Chamber, 211 S
Main, Prairie du Chien, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. All activities and
events are free to the public. The event is co-sponsored by Effigy
Mounds National Monument ,and the Prairie du Chien Chamber of
Commerce/ Tourism Council, 800-732-1673. Click
here for schedule of activities.
February 25: Downtown Walking Eagle
Gallery, During Eagle Appreciation Day join us downtown
Prairie du Chien for a chance to see scenic photos of eagles
in our area provided by local photographers and artists.
Sponsored by PDRI, 608-326-7374.
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March - March 26: Winter Film
Festival, Movies shown Saturdays and Sundays on the hour,
from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Mondays at 1 p.m., free admission,
open to the public daily, Effigy Mounds National Monument, N
of Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
March 2-4: McGregor Gun
Show, 4-state area of dealers & collectors of hunting,
antique, classic, investment-grade firearms. Historical
exhibits of hunting guns, rare pieces, artifacts, 100s of
guns, knives, accessories, McGregor's Landing Event Center,
McGregor, IA, 563-880-4588.
March 3: Bald Eagle Day, Eagle
programs, Ferryville, WI, 608-734-9406.
March 17: Annual St. Patrick's Day
Parade, Come enjoy the celebration of the green, 10 a.m.
parade with festivities to follow at many local businesses,
downtown Prairie du Chien, 608-326-8555.
March 17: Girls Get Away, This is
a special treat for “Ladies Only”. Shopping
discounts, entertainment, and more. Pre-registration is
required. For information contact McGregor/Marquette Chamber 563-873-2186 or
Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
March 24-May 5: Timberdoole Dance,
Courtship of the American Woodcock, various evenings during
these dates, call for information, 608-326-2718.
March 30-31: Quilter's Retreat,
Spend two days of uninterrupted sewing at Hoffman Hall,
Prairie du Chien, Friday 8 a.m.-8 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.-5
p.m. Demonstrations, vendor displays, meals & snacks
included in registration. Call for registration deadline.
Contact Prairie du Chien Park & Rec, 608-326-7207.
March 31-April 1: Home and Garden
Show, Exhibitors display spring-time merchandise, share
gardening and remodeling tips, home buying options, decorating
ideas, and more, Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.,
National Guard Armory, Hwy 35 N., Prairie du Chien,
608-326-8555.
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April 13-15: Traders Jubilee,
Show-Sale of Old West representing collectors, horsemen,
competition shooters, re-enactors, artisans, historians,
musicians, gun dealers, gun makers, craftsmen. Cowboy Jubilee
Social Saturday night. River Junction Trade Co.
& McGregor's Landing Event Center, McGregor, IA,
563-880-4588.
April 13-15: Prairie du Chien
City-wide Garage Sales, maps available two days prior, at
the Wisconsin-Iowa Shopping News, 405 N Marquette Road,
Prairie du Chien.
April 21: Girl’s Day Out,
Downtown Prairie du Chien will hold workshops, classes,
pampering, shopping and more. Evening entertainment to be
announced, PDRI, 608-326-7374.
April 21-29: National Park Week,
Bird walk Saturday, 10 a.m., Special Earth Day hikes, National
Jr. Ranger Day program all held Saturday, April 21, call for
times and info, Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of
Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
April 26: Best of the Region,
Showcasing the finest in culinary creations, wines, brews,
organic cuisine, art, music and more, 6-9 p.m., admission
charged, held at the Dousman House, St. Feriole Island,
Prairie du Chien. Sponsored by the Prairie du Chien Area
Chamber of Commerce, 608-326-8555.
April 28-29: Spring Iowa Wine
Trail, Enjoy food and wine, free wine tasting, Eagles
Landing Winery, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
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May - Saturdays: Farmers Market,
Downtown Prairie du Chien.
May Saturdays & Sundays:
"Bald Eagle Watching on the River" Cruise, This
two-hour cruise will visit active Bald Eagle nests, departs at
11 a.m. Saturday & Sunday, Mississippi Explorer Cruises,
St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
May - Saturdays: Market in the Park,
starting May 19, Ferryville, WI, 608-734-9406.
May 5: Prairie du Chien Half
Marathon & 5K Race, Race begins at 7:30 a.m., St.
Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien, open to runners and walkers,
medals awarded, www.pdchalfmarathon.com,
608-412-0156.
May 5: Bird Walk, La Riviere Park,
62036 Vineyard Coulee Rd, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-2718, meet
at the park barn prior to 8 a.m. Wear appropriate clothing and
foot gear. Binoculars and bird identification book
recommended.
May 5: Bird Walk, 10 a.m.
Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of Marquette, IA,
563-873-3491 ext. 113.
May 11-13: Spring Festival,
Robb Park in Gays Mills, WI, 608-735-4341.
May 12: Rivertown Reliques, Tour
several Prairie du Chien historic homes and structures in the
“Court House Square” neighborhood, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.,
admission fee. Fort Crawford Museum, 717 S. Beaumont Rd,
Prairie du Chien, 608-326-6960.
May 12: Bird Walk, La Riviere
Park, See May 5 description listing, 608-326-2718.
May 12: Plant Sale, 8
a.m.-noon, St. Feriole Gardens, Prairie du Chien, proceeds go
towards the gardens, 608-326-8602.
May 13: Special Mother’s Day
Mississippi River Cruise, “Bald Eagle viewing on the
River” will be the theme of this two-hour cruise departing
at 11 a.m., Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island
river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at
Blackhawk & Main.
May 14: International Migratory
Bird Day, Bird Walk, 10 a.m., Effigy Mounds National
Monument, N of Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
May 19: Breakfast in a Victorian
Kitchen, Hands-on cooking workshop for adults.
Participants take a culinary tour of the late 19th century
through the preparation and consumption of a Victorian
breakfast - using the foods, utensils and technology of the
time, family style breakfast served followed by tour of
the estate, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., reservations required, Villa
Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien,
608-326-2721.
May 19-20: Uff Da Fest,
Celebrate Norwegian Independence Day 10 a.m.-5 p.m., live
music Saturday 1-4 p.m. in the wine garden, Sample Uff Da
award winning wines, free wine tasting, Eagles Landing Winery,
Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
May 20: “Bird Watching for
Dummies and Experts too” Mississippi River Cruise, Join
resident bird experts as they share their birdbrain wisdom and
bird watching expertise. This is a great time for birdwatchers
at all levels to find birds on the river. Neo-tropicals and
Bald Eagles abound. This two-hour cruise departs at 7 a.m.,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie
du Chien, 1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk &
Main.
May 21-June: Mississippi River
Tours, Open boarding on Maiden Voyage, Mondays - Fridays
at 2 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., leaving
McGregor's riverfront, "The Day of the
Hunter-Gatherer", 563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
May 26: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, Sit back relax and enjoy a romantic
sunset on the river as we travel the majestic backwaters
viewing Bald Eagles and wildlife aboard the Mississippi
Explorer Cruises, two-hour cruise departing at 6:30 p.m., St.
Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397.
Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
May 26-28: Spring Arts & Crafts
Festival, Various handmade arts and crafts of many types
of media, McGregor, IA, 800-896-0910.
May 26-28: Flea Market,
Marquette, IA, 563-873-3521.
May 27: “Bird Watching for
Dummies and Experts too” Mississippi River Cruise, See
May 20 description listing, Mississippi Explorer Cruises,
Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397.
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June - Saturdays: Farmers Market,
Downtown Prairie du Chien.
June - Wednesdays through Sundays:
"Bald Eagle Watching on the River" Cruise, This
two-hour cruise will visit active Bald Eagle nests, departs at
11 a.m. Wednesdays through Sundays with an additional cruise
at 2 p.m. on Saturdays, Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St.
Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397.
Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
June - Mondays through Saturdays:
Mississippi River Tours, Open boarding on Maiden Voyage,
Mondays - Fridays at 2 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 2
p.m., leaving McGregor's riverfront, "The Day of the
Hunter-Gatherer", 563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
June - Saturdays: Market in the
Park, Saturdays, Ferryville, WI, 608-734-9406.
June 2: Visitor Appreciation Day,
Celebrate the new season of the Villa Louis with tours of the
mansion 10 a.m.-4 p.m., historic style baseball game, reduced
admission, refreshments, Villa Louis Historic Site, St.
Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-2721.
June 2: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, Sit back relax and enjoy a romantic
sunset on the river as we travel the majestic backwaters
viewing Bald Eagles and wildlife aboard the Mississippi
Explorer Cruises, two-hour cruise departing at 6:30 p.m., St.
Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397.
Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
June 2-3: Great River Road Wine
Trail, Sample a fine selection of food and wine, free wine
tasting, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA,
563-873-2509.
June 8-9: Cajun Fest, Enjoy a
“Taste of Louisiana” with authentic Cajun food, Louisiana
Beers and music. Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.,
Ball games all weekend, St. Feriole Island Ball Park, Prairie
du Chien, 608-326-2060.
June 9: Bird Walk, Join birders
for a ranger-led walk at Effigy Mounds National Monument,
north of Marquette, IA. Meet at visitor center at 8 a.m. For
more information contact the park 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
June 9: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, See June 2 description listing,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397.
June 14-17: Annual Prairie Villa
Rendezvous, Fur Trading era environment recreating life as
it was in 1840's when Prairie du Chien was the hub of the fur
trading, largest re-enactment in the Midwest, open to the
public, free admission, St. Feriole Island along the
Mississippi River. Jaycee Buffalo Burger Stands serving real
buffalo. For participant registration information call
608-822-6916 or mail request to: Big River Long Rifles, 4840
Greenwood Rd, Fennimore, WI 53809.
June 14: Free Summer "Concerts
in the Park" series, Held each Thursday evening on
the banks of the Mississippi River at Lawler Park's South
Gazebo, Prairie du Chien, from 6:30-8 p.m. Bring your lawn
chair, snacks or blanket. Sponsored by Prairie du Chien Park
& Rec, 608-326-7207.
June 15-17: Flea Market with
over 200 vendors, St. Feriole Island along the Mississippi
River, Prairie du Chien. For vendor registration write:
Prairie du Chien Jaycees, PO Box 341, Prairie du Chien, WI
53821. Or call 608-326-2280 and leave your name and complete
mailing address for registration to be mailed.
June 15-17: Crawford County Dairy
Days, carnival, parade, tournaments, street dance, food,
and more, Soldiers Grove, WI, 608-624-3253.
June 16: Breakfast in a Victorian
Kitchen, Hands-on cooking workshop for adults.
Participants take a culinary tour of the late 19th century
through the preparation and consumption of a Victorian
breakfast - using the foods, utensils and technology of the
time, family style breakfast served followed by tour of the
estate, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., reservations required, Villa Louis
Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien,
608-326-2721.
June 16: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, See June 2 description listing,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397.
June 16: Junior Ranger Program,
Call for more information. Effigy Mounds National Monument, N
of Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
June 16-17: Annual New Wine Release
Weekend, Be the first to sample new wines, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,
live music in the wine garden from 1-4 p.m., free wine
tasting, Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
June 16-Sept. 3: Ranger/Interpreter
Guided Programs, Hikes, walks and talks presented daily,
11 a.m. and 2 p.m., other activities throughout the day,
Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of Marquette, IA,
563-873-3491 ext. 113.
June 20: Free Summer "Movies
in the Park" series, Held each Wednesday evening at
various city parks in Prairie du Chien. Bring your lawn chair,
snacks or blanket. For details contact Prairie du Chien Park
& Rec, 608-326-7207.
June 21: Free Summer "Concerts
in the Park" series, Held each Thursday evening at
Lawler Park's South Gazebo, Prairie du Chien, 6:30-8 p.m.
Prairie du Chien Park & Rec, 608-326-7207.
June 22: Texaco Country Showdown,
Nationwide country music talent contest featuring the area’s
newest talent, held in historic downtown Prairie du Chien,
contest begins at 6 p.m., admission charged. Sponsored by the
Prairie du Chien Area Chamber of Commerce, 608-326-8555 and
WQPC/Q94 Radio Station.
June 23: Bits & Pieces,
History and music blend to tell the story of the Civil War and
the U S Swift Army Hospital (1864-1865) in Prairie du Chien,
marking the opening of a new exhibit on the Swift Hospital.
Program at 1:30 p.m., Fort Crawford Museum, 717 S. Beaumont
Rd, Prairie du Chien, 608- 326-6960.
June 23: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, See June 2 description listing,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397.
June 23: Annual Lazy River Beer
& Wine Festival, A premier wine & beer tasting
event featuring handcrafted wine from Iowa wineries and
handcrafted beer from Iowa breweries, food vendors, live bands
throughout the day. Marquette Riverfront, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Must
be 21 to attend. For tickets call 800-896-0910.
June 27: Free Summer "Movies
in the Park" series, Held each Wednesday evening at
various city parks in Prairie du Chien. For details contact
Prairie du Chien Park & Rec, 608-326-7207.
June 28: Free Summer "Concerts
in the Park" series, Held each Thursday evening,
Lawler Park's South Gazebo, Prairie du Chien, 6:30-8 p.m.,
Prairie du Chien Park & Rec, 608-326-7207.
June 30: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, See June 2 description listing,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397.
June 30: Independence Day
Celebration, Fireworks at dusk, McGregor/Marquette, IA,
800-896-0910.
June 30: Hole in the Sock Gang
1880s Street Theatre, The Old West comes alive in downtown
McGregor, IA, with a reenactment of action-packed bank
robberies, cowboy shootouts, saloon girls and more, free show
1 p.m., 319-390-7789.
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July - Saturdays: Farmers Market,
Downtown Prairie du Chien.
July - Wednesdays through Sundays:
Mississippi River Refuge Cruises, Magnificent scenery,
abundant wildlife, waterfowl and bald eagles welcome you
around every bend. This two-hour cruise departs at 11 a.m.
Wednesdays through Sundays with an additional cruise at 2 p.m.
on Saturdays, Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island
river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at
Blackhawk & Main.
July : Free Summer "Movies in
the Park" series, Held each Wednesday evening (final
movie July 18) at various city parks in Prairie du Chien.
Bring your lawn chair, snacks or blanket. For details contact
Prairie du Chien Park & Rec, 608-326-7207.
July: Free Summer "Concerts in
the Park" series, Held each Thursday evening on the
banks of the Mississippi River at Lawler Park's South Gazebo,
Prairie du Chien, from 6:30-8 p.m. Bring your lawn chair,
snacks or blanket. Sponsored by Prairie du Chien Park &
Rec, 608-326-7207.
July - Daily: Mississippi River
Tours, Open boarding on Maiden Voyage, 7 days a week, 10
a.m. and 2 p.m., leaving McGregor's riverfront, "The Day
of the Hunter-Gatherer", 563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
July - Saturdays: Market in the
Park, Ferryville, WI, 608-734-9406.
July 1: Zeb Pike & the War of
1812 Mississippi River Cruise, Explore the confluence of
the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers as a local historian
tells the story of Explorer Zebulon Pike and the War of 1812.
This two-hour cruise is a must for river and history buffs,
departs at 2 p.m., Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole
Island river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397. Ticket
booth at Blackhawk & Main.
July-Sept. 5: Ranger
Interpreter/Guided Programs, Hikes, walks and talks
presented daily, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., other activities at 10
a.m., 1 and 3 p.m., Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of
Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
July 4: Fourth of July Celebration,
Parade, games, music, fireworks at dusk, 608-874-4204,
Eastman, WI.
July 6: Music on the River Cruise,
Blend of folk, blues, and bluegrass of local musicians aboard
the Mississippi Explorer Cruises, two hour cruise departs at
6:30 p.m., St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
July 7: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, Sit back relax and enjoy a romantic
sunset on the river as we travel the majestic backwaters
viewing Bald Eagles and wildlife aboard the Mississippi
Explorer Cruises, two-hour cruise departing at 6:30 p.m., St.
Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397.
Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
July 11: Mississippi River Dinner
Cruise, Includes boat tour aboard Maiden Voyage Tours,
with music and stories by captain, and evening meal at local
restaurant. Cruise departs at 5 p.m. from McGregor’s
riverfront. Reservations required, call for details,
563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
July 14: Chamber of Commerce Annual
Fireworks, At dusk, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien,
608-326-8555.
July 14-15: War of 1812
Re-enactment, A historic encampment and battle
re-enactment on Wisconsin’s only War of 1812 battlefield,
now the lawn of the Villa Louis estate. Learn about the
British assault on U.S. Fort Shelby in a battle scenario
Saturday evening at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.. Tour the
camps and learn about military life in 1814. Villa Louis
Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien, admission
charged, 608-326-2721.
July 14: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, See July 7 description listing,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397.
July 14: Bird Walk, Join
birders for a ranger-led walk at Effigy Mounds National
Monument, north of Marquette, IA. Meet at visitor center at 8
a.m. For more information contact the park 563-873-3491 ext.
113.
July 18-22: Crazy Days in Prairie
du Chien, Take advantage of fantastic bargains as the
merchants in Prairie du Chien get crazy with prices!
July 18: Mississippi River Dinner
Cruise, See July 11 description listing, Maiden Voyage
Tours, McGregor, IA, 563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
July 21: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, See July 7 description listing,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397.
July 21: Annual 5 Mile Run/3Mile
Walk, 9 a.m., Wacouta Aquatics Park, 1401 E. Wells,
Prairie du Chien, sponsored by PDC Park & Rec Dept.
608-326-7207.
July 21-22: Wine-A-Rita Weekend,
Free wine tasting 10 a.m.-5 p.m., live music in the wine
garden Saturday 1-4 p.m., Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette,
IA, 563-873-2509.
July 21: Great River Car Show &
Cruise, Vintage cars compete for trophies, music,
McGregor, IA, 800-896-0910.
July 25: Mississippi River Dinner
Cruise, See July 11 description listing, Maiden Voyage
Tours, McGregor, IA, 563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
July 27-28: Prairie Dog Blues
Festival, Two stages in a park-like setting,
international, national and regional blues bands performing.
Camping on site. Event shuttle runs to motels in town. Food
and beverage stands, various vendors with hand-made products,
608-326-0085, www.prairiedogblues.com,
ticket hotline opens May 1, St. Feriole Island along the
Mississippi River, Prairie du Chien, 888-567-1567.
July 28: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, See July 7 description listing,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397.
July 28: Hole in the Sock Gang
1880s Street Theatre, The Old West comes alive in downtown
McGregor, IA, with a reenactment of action-packed bank
robberies, cowboy shootouts, saloon girls and more, free show
1 p.m., 319-390-7789.
July 28: Moonlight Hike,
Reservations taken by phone starting July 23, Effigy Mounds
National Monument, N of Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491.
July 28: River Bluff Daze,
Antique tractor pull, fireworks at dusk, food, Ferryville, WI,
608-734-9406.
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August - Saturdays: Farmers Market,
Downtown Prairie du Chien.
August - Wednesdays through
Sundays: Lily & Lotus Flower and Wildlife Refuge Cruises,
Thousands of beautiful, fragrant water lily and lotus flower
blossoms will be in full bloom. This two-hour cruise departs
at 11 a.m. Wednesdays through Sundays with an additional
cruise at 2 p.m. on Saturdays, Mississippi Explorer
Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
August - Daily: Mississippi River
Tours, Open boarding on Maiden Voyage, 7 days a week, 10
a.m. and 2 p.m., leaving McGregor's riverfront, "The Day
of the Hunter-Gatherer", 563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
August - Wednesdays: Mississippi
River Dinner Cruise, Includes boat tour aboard Maiden
Voyage Tours, with music and stories by captain, and evening
meal at local restaurant. Cruise departs at 5 p.m. from
McGregor’s riverfront. Reservations required, call for
details, 563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
August- Sept. 3: Ranger
Interpreter/Guided Programs, Hikes, walks and talks
presented daily, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., other activities at 10
a.m., 1 and 3 p.m., Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of
Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
August - Saturdays: Market in the
Park, Ferryville, WI, 608-734-9406.
August 1: Wacouta Aquatic Park All
City Pool Party, Games, contests and fun! For details
contact Prairie du Chien Park & Rec, 608-326-7207.
August 2: Free Summer
"Concerts in the Park" series, Last concert,
held on the banks of the Mississippi River at Lawler Park's
South Gazebo, Prairie du Chien, from 6:30-8 p.m. Bring your
lawn chair, snacks or blanket. Sponsored by Prairie du Chien
Park & Rec, 608-326-7207.
August 3: Music on the River Cruise,
Blend of folk, blues, and bluegrass of local musicians aboard
the Mississippi Explorer Cruises, two hour cruise departs at
6:30 p.m., St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
August 3-4: Country on the River
Music Fest, National acts as well as regional and local
bands, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien. Tickets available
online or call 1-800-864-1771. Camping available on the
grounds for a fee, held rain or shine.
www.countryontheriver.com
August 4: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, Sit back relax and enjoy a romantic
sunset on the river as we travel the majestic backwaters
viewing Bald Eagles and wildlife aboard the Mississippi
Explorer Cruises, two-hour cruise departing at 6:30 p.m., St.
Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397.
Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
August 4: Peek at Prairie's Past,
180th Anniversary of the Black Hawk War. Native American music
and storytelling are part of a program that relates the
history of Black Hawk and his association with Prairie du
Chien, including his surrender to Zachary Taylor, commandant
of Fort Crawford. Program at 1:30 p.m., Fort Crawford Museum,
717 S. Beaumont Rd, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-6960.
August 8-12: Crawford County Fair,
Fairgrounds, Gays Mills, WI, 608-326-0224, www.crawfordcountywisconsinfair.com
August 11: Kids Archeology Day,
Kids will learn about archeology through hands-on activities
from 1-3 p.m., Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of
Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
August 12: Marquette &
Joliet’s Voyage of Discovery Mississippi River Cruise,
Explore the confluence of the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers
as a local historian tells the story of Explorers Marquette
and Joliet. This two-hour cruise is a must for river and
history buffs, departs at 2 p.m., Mississippi Explorer
Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
August 18: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, See August 4 description listing,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397.
August 18: Junior Ranger Program,
call for detail, Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of
Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
August 18-19: End of Summer Blast,
Wine-A-Rita Weekend, Free wine tasting 10 a.m.-5 p.m., live
music in the wine garden Saturday, 1-4 p.m., Eagles Landing
Winery, Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
August 19: “The Science and
Sacredness of the Upper Mississippi Cruise”, Cruise this
historic region and learn about the sacred prehistory of the
Upper Mississippi River. Guest experts share scientific
research revealing archaeology along the river and the
documentation of Indian mounds. This cruise is a must for
history buffs. Two-hour river cruise aboard the Mississippi
Explorer Cruises, Sunday departing at 2 p.m. Call for
reservations 877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk &
Main.
August 25: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, See August 4 description listing,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397.
August 25: National Park Service
Birthday (Founders Day), Celebrate the birthday of the
National Park Service- August 25,1916. Night hike held –
reservations can be made
after Aug. 20, Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of
Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
August 25: Hole in the Sock Gang
1880s Street Theatre, The Old West comes alive in downtown
McGregor, IA, with a reenactment of action-packed bank
robberies, cowboy shootouts, saloon girls and more, free show
1 p.m., 319-390-7789.
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September - Saturdays: Farmers
Market, Downtown Prairie du Chien.
September 1-16 - Wednesdays through
Sundays: Mississippi River Refuge Cruises, Magnificent
scenery, abundant wildlife, waterfowl and bald eagles welcome
you around every bend. This two-hour cruise departs at 11 a.m.
Wednesdays through Sundays with an additional cruise at 2 p.m.
on Saturdays, Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island
river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at
Blackhawk & Main.
September - Mondays through
Saturdays: Mississippi River Tours, Open boarding on
Maiden Voyage, Mondays - Fridays at 2 p.m. and Saturdays at 10
a.m. and 2 p.m., leaving McGregor's riverfront, "The Day
of the Hunter-Gatherer", 563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
September - Saturdays: Market in
the Park, Saturdays, Ferryville, WI, 608-734-9406.
September 1: Sunset Cruise on the
Mississippi River, Sit back relax and enjoy a romantic
sunset on the river as we travel the majestic backwaters
viewing Bald Eagles and wildlife aboard the Mississippi
Explorer Cruises, two-hour cruise departing at 6:30 p.m., St.
Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397.
Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
September 1: Hole in the Sock Gang
1880s Street Theatre, The Old West comes alive in downtown
McGregor, IA, with a reenactment of action-packed bank
robberies, cowboy shootouts, saloon girls and more, free show
1 p.m., 319-390-7789.
September 1-3: Good Ol' Summertime
Celebration, Festivities in McGregor, IA, flea market all
weekend in Marquette, IA, 800-896-0910.
September 2: River Pirate Family
Cruise, Aaarrrrr!!! Come meet the original River Pirate
Captain Jack and his swashbuckling crew… An experience you
won’t soon forget as they share stories of pirates on the
river. Two-hour river cruise, Sunday departing at 2 p.m. Call
for reservations 877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk &
Main.
September 2: Music on the River
Cruise, Blend of folk, blues, and bluegrass of local
musicians aboard the Mississippi Explorer Cruises, two hour
cruise departs at 5:30 p.m., St. Feriole Island river front,
Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk
& Main.
Sept. 3: Ranger Interpreter/Guided
Programs, Hikes, walks and talks presented daily, 11 a.m.
and 2 p.m., other activities at 10 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m., Effigy
Mounds National Monument, N of Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491
ext. 113.
September 3: Black Hawk War and
Treaty of 1805 Mississippi River Cruise, Explore the
confluence of the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers as a local
historian tells the story of the Black Hawk War and treaty of
1805. This two-hour cruise is a must for river and history
buffs, departs at 11 a.m., Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St.
Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397.
Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
September 8-9: Annual Villa Louis
Carriage Classic, Midwest's most elegant and lavishly
appointed equine sport driving event. Some of the region's
finest horses and over 100 new and restored carriages compete
in a variety of arena and cross-country events. Learn how this
event descends from the Dousman era when the Villa Louis was
known as the Artesian Stock Farm and was home to one of the
Midwest’s finest racehorse farms. Villa Louis Historic Site,
St. Feriole, Island, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-2721.
September 9: "Life on the
Mississippi" River Cruise, Captain Jack, a noted
Smithsonian Archivist, will share his personal life
experiences onboard various Mississippi River transportation
which includes keelboats, steamboats, towboats and barges.
This cruise will transit the navigation channel, backwaters
and view massive barge loading and unloading facilities. The
two-hour cruise departs at 2 p.m., Mississippi Explorer
Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien,
1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
September 14-16: Prairie du Chien
City-wide Garage Sales, maps available two days prior, at
the Wisconsin-Iowa Shopping News, 405 N Marquette Road,
Prairie du Chien.
September 14-15: Cannons at the Fort,
A popular living history event. Historic interpreters present
life in Prairie du Chien from the time of the fur trade
through the Civil War with Native American storytelling, craft
demonstrations, and musket and cannon firing. Held 9 a.m.-3
p.m., Museum is open until 4 p.m., admission fee. Fort
Crawford Museum, 717 S. Beaumont Rd, Prairie du Chien,
608-326-6960.
September 15: Mississippi Mud Run,
Come join the fun for the first annual mud run on St. Feriole
Island, Prairie du Chien. Four miles of river valley terrain
and various obstacles. Race begins at 9 a.m. with registration
at 7 a.m. Various age group categories, cash prizes and
medals. Groups and costumes encouraged. For information or to
register contact the Family Resource Center, 608-357-2135.
September 15: Bird Walk, Join
birders for a ranger-led walk at Effigy Mounds National
Monument, north of Marquette, IA. Meet at visitor center at 10
a.m. For more information contact the park 563-873-3491 ext.
113.
September 15: Ferryville Fall Fest,
Market in the Park, vendors, music, food, Ferryville, WI,
608-734-9406.
September 15: Railroad Days,
Railroad program and activities, Marquette Depot &
Information Center, Marquette, IA, 800-896-0910.
September 15-16: Grape Harvest,
Sample award winning wines 10 a.m.-5 p.m., live music in the
wine garden Saturday 1-4 p.m., Eagles Landing Winery,
Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
September 15-16: Driftless Area Art
Festival, Beauford T. Anderson Memorial Park, Soldiers
Grove, 866-452-7967.
September 15: Kickapoo BRAVE Ride
and Harvest Dinner, Riverside Park, Gays Mills,
866-452-7967.
September 19-30 - Daily: Fall
Foliage & Refuge Cruises, Heated boat! Two hour
Mississippi River cruise departs at 11 a.m. daily with an
additional cruise at 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Mississippi
Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du
Chien, 1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
September 22: Breakfast in a
Victorian Kitchen, Hands-on cooking workshop for adults.
Participants take a culinary tour of the late 19th century
through the preparation and consumption of a Victorian
breakfast - using the foods, utensils and technology of the
time, family style breakfast served followed by tour of the
estate, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., reservations required, Villa Louis
Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien,
608-326-2721.
September 22: National Public Lands
Day, Call for activities for the day, Effigy Mounds
National Monument, N of Marquette, IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
September 29-30: Fall Foliage
Mississippi River Tours, Open boarding on Maiden Voyage,
Daily at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., leaving McGregor's riverfront,
563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
September 29-30: Gays Mills Apple
Festival, Tourists 608-735-4810, art & crafts
608-735-4643, flea market 608-735-4521, parade, 608-735-4695,
Gays Mills, WI.
September 29: Breakfast in a
Victorian Kitchen, Hands-on cooking workshop for adults.
See description for September 22 date.
September 29: Hole in the Sock Gang
1880s Street Theatre, The Old West comes alive in downtown
McGregor, IA, with a reenactment of action-packed bank
robberies, cowboy shootouts, saloon girls and more, free show
1 p.m., 319-390-7789.
September 29: Spirits of Wyalusing
Past, Wyalusing State Park, 608-996-2261.
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October - Saturdays: Farmers Market,
Downtown Prairie du Chien.
October-Daily: Fall Foliage &
Refuge Cruises, Heated boat! Two hour Mississippi River
cruise departs at 11 a.m. daily with an additional cruise at 2
p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St.
Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397.
Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
October - Daily through Oct. 14:
Fall Foliage Mississippi River Tours, Open boarding on
Maiden Voyage, Daily at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., leaving McGregor's
riverfront, 563-586-2123, cell 563-880-8970.
October - Saturdays: Market in the
Park, Saturdays, Ferryville, WI, 608-734-9406.
October 5: Witches & Warlock
Night Out, Downtown Prairie du Chien will be filled with
an evening of whimsical fun. Costume contest, fortune tellers,
door prizes, witches brew, games, food and more. Sponsored by
PDRI, 608-326-7374.
October 6: Music on the River
Cruise, Blend of folk, blues, and bluegrass of local
musicians aboard the Mississippi Explorer Cruises, two hour
cruise departs at 6:30 p.m., St. Feriole Island river front,
Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk
& Main.
October 6: Villa Louis After Dark,
As the sun sets west over the Mississippi River, the long
shadows of Autumn cross the lawns of the Villa Louis conjuring
spirits of the 19th century. This lamplight tour beckons
visitors into close encounters with historic figures of long
ago. Special evening tours run from 5:30-8 p.m. Held at the
Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du
Chien, 608-326-2721.
October 6: "Spirits" of
Prairie du Chien Bus Tour, Take a 2 1/2 hour haunting tour
of people and places of Prairie du Chien's past, reservations
required. For adults only. Includes entertainment by Scream
Extreme. The tour will span all parts of town and over 10
sites. Admission charged. Bus departs from the Sawmill Saloon
Beer Gardens at 7 p.m. To pre-register call 326-7207.
October 6: "Visiting Our
Ancestors", Costumed interpreters present a
guided tour of Prairie du Chien's six historic cemeteries.
The tour begins with the Old French Cemetery, the oldest
cemetery in existence in the upper Mississippi Valley, The
afternoon ends at the Brisbois Cemetery atop a bluff
overlooking Prairie du Chien. The tour starts at 1 p.m. at the
Fort Crawford Museum, 717 S. Beaumont Road, Prairie du
Chien, admission fee, 608- 326-6960.
October 6-7: Hawk Watch, Event
includes live raptor demonstrations, adult educational
programs, children's activities, guided hikes and more, 10
a.m.- 4 p.m., Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of Marquette,
IA, 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
October 6-7: Shihata Orchard Fest,
Visit the Apple House with 19 varieties of apples, jams &
jellies, award winning cider, pumpkins, Wisconsin wine, cheese
and sausage. Weekend outing of family fun with wagon rides in
the orchard, U-pick apple, Country
Fun Park, and The Pumpkin Patch. Free samples of many
Apple House products, six miles north of Prairie du Chien on
Hwy 27, left on Limery Rd., 608-326-2785.
October 6-7: Fall Arts & Crafts
Festival, Triangle Park, McGregor, IA, various handmade
arts and crafts, 800-896-0910.
October 6-7: Flea Market,
Marquette, IA, 800-896-0910.
October 13: "Spirits" of
Prairie du Chien Bus Tour, See October 6 description
listing. To pre-register call 326-7207.
October 13-14: Breakfast in a
Victorian Kitchen, Hands-on cooking workshop for adults.
Participants take a culinary tour of the late 19th century
through the preparation and consumption of a Victorian
breakfast - using the foods, utensils and technology of the
time, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., family style breakfast served followed
by tour of the estate, reservations required, Villa Louis
Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien,
608-326-2721.
October 13-14: Leaf Arts &
Crafts Festival, Triangle Park, McGregor, IA,
800-896-0910.
October 13-14: Flea Market,
Marquette, IA, 563-873-3521.
October 19-20: The Halls of Terror
Haunted House, Location to be determined, Prairie du
Chien, 7-10 p.m. each night, Sponsored by the Parks &
Recreation Dept., 608-326-7207.
October 20: Oktoberfest,
Celebration to show the German Heritage of the area, German
food, drink and music. Parade held at 10 a.m. in downtown
Prairie du Chien. Celebration held at St. Feriole Island
Gardens, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-2060.
October 20: Victorian Harvest,
A hands-on food focused event that takes place in the Villa
Louis Kitchen and Preserve House. Help make sausage, apple
cider and other seasonal treats and learn about
Victorian-style food. Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole
Island, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-2721.
October 20: Haunted River Cruise,
Join us onboard for a spooktacular two hour cruise, as we
share haunting tales of riverboats and Lore. We provide the
“treats” as well as the “thrills.” Families welcome,
costumes optional, heated boat. Departs at 4:30 p.m.,
Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front,
Prairie du Chien, 1-877-647-7397. Ticket booth at Blackhawk
& Main.
October 20-21: Oktoberfest
Celebration, Food, fun and festivities, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,
free wine tasting, live music in the wine garden both days
from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA,
563-873-2509.
October 26-27: The Halls of Terror
Haunted House, See October 19-20 description listing,
608-326-7207.
October 27: Spirits of Villa Louis,
Join historic figures from Villa Louis' past for an evening of
trick or treating! Costumed interpreters will hand out treats
and historic facts at many of the buildings on site that are
not often open to the public. Trick or Treating begins at the
Villa Louis Visitor Center, 6-8 p.m., admission charged.
Family event, Villa Louis, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du
Chien, 608-326-2721.
October 27: Spooktober, Children
will trick or treat in downtown businesses for a safe, fun
Halloween experience. Enjoy a costume contest for ages
0-12, free trick or treat bags, wagon rides, pumpkin coloring
contest, games, goodies and prizes. Blackhawk Avenue Business
District trick or treating (3-5 pm), Blackhawk Junction Mall
in Prairie du Chien, co-sponsored by PDRI and Blackhawk
Junction, 608-326-7374.
October 27: Hole in the Sock Gang
1880 Street Theatre, The Old West comes alive in downtown
McGregor, IA, with a reenactment of action-packed bank
robberies, cowboy shootouts and saloon girls, free show 1
p.m., 319-390-7789.
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November 2-4: McGregor Gun
Show, 4-state area of dealers & collectors of hunting,
antique, classic, investment-grade firearms. Historical
exhibits of hunting guns, rare pieces, artifacts, 100s of
guns, knives, accessories, McGregor's Landing Event Center,
McGregor, IA, 563-880-4588.
November 3-4: Iowa Wine Trail Event,
Free wine tasting, Eagles Landing Winery, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,
Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
November 10: Supper with the Villa
Louis Servants, Late afternoon hands-on cooking workshop
for adults that takes place in the Mansion Kitchen and
Preserve House. The menu reflects the ethnic diversity of the
servant staff. Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole Island,
Prairie du Chien, reservations required, 608-326-2721.
November 10-11: Great River Road
Wine Trail, Selection of food and wine tasting, Eagles
Landing Winery, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Marquette, IA, 563-873-2509.
November 16: Annual Chili Cook-off,
Sample free homemade chili by last year’s champion & new
chili contenders, watch live-radio contestant bantering, sell
past-champion’s famous chili & refreshments, Santa Claus
visit, co-sponsored by PDRI & Blackhawk Junction,
608-326-7374.
November 16: Blackhawk Avenue’s
Fallfire Art Gallery, Regional artisans display & sell
their works of art, meet some of the artists, wine &
cheese party, Historic Knowlton House, 109 W Blackhawk Avenue,
5-7 p.m., co-sponsored by PDRI, 608-326-7374.
November 17: Holiday Craft &
Gift Fair, 10 a.m.-3p.m., Hoffman Hall, 1600 S Wacouta
Ave, Prairie du Chien, 326-7207.
November 17-18: Home for the
Holidays, Sample warm mulled wines, free wine tasting, 10
a.m.-5 p.m., Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA,
563-873-2509.
November 22: Thanksgiving Day
Turkey Trot, Three mile run/walk, Hoffman Hall, 1600 S
Wacouta, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-7207.
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December 1: Holiday Open House,
Effigy Mounds National Monument, N of Marquette, IA, 9 a.m.-4
p.m., 563-873-3491 ext. 113.
December 7: Holiday Parade,
Downtown Prairie du Chien along Blackhawk Ave beginning at
5:30 p.m., 608-326-8555.
December 8 - January 1: Trail of
Trees, lighted Christmas trees encircle the Fort Crawford
Hospital and Museum grounds. Open house December 9 with
holiday cookie sale and shopping in the Museum Store. Fort
Crawford Museum, 717 S. Beaumont Road, Prairie du Chien,
608-326-6960.
December 15-16: Home for the
Holidays, Sample warmed mulled wines, free wine tasting,
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA,
563-873-2509.
December 26-Jan. 1: Carp Fest,
Week long family orientated activities including lighted
sledding hill, torchlight ski/hike, skating party, bowling,
snow bowl football, ice fishing and more. Event cumulates with
the annual Droppin’ of the Carp. For a list of activities
contact the City Parks & Rec, 608-326-7207.
December 31: "Droppin' of the
Carp", New Year's Eve festivities, 9 p.m. bonfire,
entertainment, countdown at 11:40 p.m., St. Feriole Island,
Blackhawk Ave, Prairie du Chien, 608-326-8602.
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