Mayville Audubon Days 40th Anniversary
Mayville Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of Audubon Days with a Weekend of Family Fun, Live Entertainment, and Community Tradition
A cherished Dodge County tradition is reaching a major milestone as Audubon Days celebrates its 40th Anniversary with an unforgettable weekend of family fun, hometown traditions, and community spirit.
Held September 17–20, 2026, throughout downtown Mayville and Fireman’s Park, Audubon Days has spent four decades bringing together residents, visitors, businesses, and volunteers to celebrate everything that makes Mayville a special place to live, work, and visit. This year’s anniversary celebration promises favorite annual events along with special activities to commemorate 40 years of community memories.
The celebration begins on Thursday, September 17, with a special drive-in showing of Monster House in honor of the film’s 20th anniversary. Mayville native Rob Schrab, writer and producer of the animated feature, is unable to attend the event, but will be introducing the movie with a short video clip!
Throughout the weekend, visitors can enjoy many of the traditions that have made Audubon Days a community favorite for generations, including:
Friday Night Bed Races, which includes kids and adult bed races
Community Parade
Classic Car Show
5K Run/Walk
AND MORE:
- Arts & Crafts Fair featuring local artisans and vendors
- Live music and entertainment
- Duck Race on the rock river
- Bags Tournament, men’s and women’s Softball tournament, pickle ball tournament, golf outing, and Dart ball tournament.
- Bingo on Sunday.
- Kids Zone with inflatables, mini golf, punt/pass/kick, kids crafts, and family activities
- Petting zoo
- Delicious festival food, refreshments, and local favorites
- Community organizations, exhibits, and much more
Located along the Rock River and just minutes from the internationally recognized Horicon Marsh, Audubon Days celebrates the best of small-town Wisconsin while showcasing Mayville’s welcoming community, local businesses, and volunteer spirit.
The festival attracts thousands of visitors each year and has become a signature event in Dodge County’s fall calendar.
Many activities are free to attend, while select events require advance registration or participation fees.
For the latest schedule, event updates, entertainment announcements, volunteer opportunities, and registration information, visit the Audubon Days Facebook page or the Dodge County event listing.
Event Information Summary
Audubon Days
September 18–20, 2026 (Kickoff Drive-In Movie: September 17)
Downtown Mayville & Fireman’s Park
Mayville, Wisconsin
