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SUMMARY:ART 64® Painting Tournament
DESCRIPTION:ART 64® Painting Tournament\nReturns to The Village of Wauwatosa June 5 & 6\n$20\,000 prize to be awarded in nation’s largest live\, bracket-style painting competition\n  \nDiscover Wauwatosa will host ART 64® presented by North Shore Bank in The Village of Wauwatosa on Friday\, June 5 and Saturday\, June 6. This is the fifth year of the one-of-a-kind\, bracket-style live painting tournament with a $20\,000 grand prize. It’s the largest juried live painting tournament of its kind\, featuring 64 artists that were selected from a pool of hundreds of applicants coming from across the country. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMembers of the public are invited to watch the paintings come to life during the competition and can vote for their favorite paintings online. The artist in each pairing with the most votes advances to the next round. The third (and final) round features 16 artists competing for the grand prize. Paintings created at the event will be available for purchase at the event. \n  \nART 64 also hosts an artist market during the event on Saturday\, June 6\, with additional works by the participating artists available for purchase. \n  \nOver 13\,000 people visited The Village of Wauwatosa during the event in 2025\, more than quadruple the amount of the 3\,000 visitors that attended the original 2022 event. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n“ART 64 is a one-of-a-kind experience\, offering visitors not only the opportunity to watch art being created but also the chance to interact with the artists\, while the competition component takes this public art experience to a whole new level\,” says Beth Gleesing\, Tourism Specialist at Discover Wauwatosa. “The Village of Wauwatosa offers the perfect backdrop for the event where guests can explore great local dining\, shopping and entertainment.” \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nThe free\, family-friendly event will take place in The Village of Wauwatosa on Friday\, June 5 between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. and on Saturday\, June 6 between 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (with the Tosa Farmers Market happening a short walk away Saturday morning). Food and musical entertainment will be available on the streets holding the tournament\, as well as a dedicated North Shore Bank-sponsored kids’ area. Local businesses will add to the festive ambiance with unique experiences. Limited edition ART 64 merchandise will be available for purchase during the event. To accommodate the event\, Harwood Avenue\, State Street\, and Underwood Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nGuests are encouraged to support local businesses in the event area before\, during\, and after the tournament\, including at ART 64 major sponsors Frank & Larry’s Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club and Hollander Grand Café. \n  \n“ART 64 brings a special kind of magic to the heart of The Village of Wauwatosa each summer\, and we’re excited to be back sponsoring another great year\,” says Eric Wagner\, founder and CEO of Lowlands Group. “As one of the premier events in the Milwaukee area\, it’s a celebration of art\, music\, and local hospitality that Café Hollander and Buckatabon are proud to support.” \nART 64 continues to elevate Wauwatosa as a destination for live art\, creativity\, and community connection. \n\nLast year\, the winner of the $20\,000 grand prize was Kansas City-based artist Jianqiao Luan. \n \n“Winning the grand prize has made me more confident\, and it has encouraged me to create more artworks\,” said Jianqiao Luan. “The prize money helped me with my art career in so many different ways. ART 64 has changed how I think and my process when I paint. It was a great opportunity to try new things and challenge myself.” \n\n\n  \nFor more information about ART 64 and to RSVP for event updates\, please visit: discoverart64.com. \n  \n\nThe City of Wauwatosa is an urban enclave with a charming small-town feel located 15 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee. Home to hundreds of locally-owned shops and restaurants\, picturesque outdoor activities\, a downtown district known as The Village\, a burgeoning arts scene that features Mama Rosa the troll\, and affordable accommodations\, Wauwatosa provides the amenities of a major city while maintaining a close-knit and welcoming community atmosphere. Learn more at DiscoverWauwatosa.com. 
URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/art-64-painting-tournament/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:The Village Downtown Wauwatosa\, Wauwautosa\, 53213\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Family Fun,Food and Drink,Live Music
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SUMMARY:ART 64® Painting Tournament
DESCRIPTION:ART 64® Painting Tournament\nReturns to The Village of Wauwatosa June 5 & 6\n$20\,000 prize to be awarded in nation’s largest live\, bracket-style painting competition\n  \nDiscover Wauwatosa will host ART 64® presented by North Shore Bank in The Village of Wauwatosa on Friday\, June 5 and Saturday\, June 6. This is the fifth year of the one-of-a-kind\, bracket-style live painting tournament with a $20\,000 grand prize. It’s the largest juried live painting tournament of its kind\, featuring 64 artists that were selected from a pool of hundreds of applicants coming from across the country. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nMembers of the public are invited to watch the paintings come to life during the competition and can vote for their favorite paintings online. The artist in each pairing with the most votes advances to the next round. The third (and final) round features 16 artists competing for the grand prize. Paintings created at the event will be available for purchase at the event. \n  \nART 64 also hosts an artist market during the event on Saturday\, June 6\, with additional works by the participating artists available for purchase. \n  \nOver 13\,000 people visited The Village of Wauwatosa during the event in 2025\, more than quadruple the amount of the 3\,000 visitors that attended the original 2022 event. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n“ART 64 is a one-of-a-kind experience\, offering visitors not only the opportunity to watch art being created but also the chance to interact with the artists\, while the competition component takes this public art experience to a whole new level\,” says Beth Gleesing\, Tourism Specialist at Discover Wauwatosa. “The Village of Wauwatosa offers the perfect backdrop for the event where guests can explore great local dining\, shopping and entertainment.” \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nThe free\, family-friendly event will take place in The Village of Wauwatosa on Friday\, June 5 between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. and on Saturday\, June 6 between 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (with the Tosa Farmers Market happening a short walk away Saturday morning). Food and musical entertainment will be available on the streets holding the tournament\, as well as a dedicated North Shore Bank-sponsored kids’ area. Local businesses will add to the festive ambiance with unique experiences. Limited edition ART 64 merchandise will be available for purchase during the event. To accommodate the event\, Harwood Avenue\, State Street\, and Underwood Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nGuests are encouraged to support local businesses in the event area before\, during\, and after the tournament\, including at ART 64 major sponsors Frank & Larry’s Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club and Hollander Grand Café. \n  \n“ART 64 brings a special kind of magic to the heart of The Village of Wauwatosa each summer\, and we’re excited to be back sponsoring another great year\,” says Eric Wagner\, founder and CEO of Lowlands Group. “As one of the premier events in the Milwaukee area\, it’s a celebration of art\, music\, and local hospitality that Café Hollander and Buckatabon are proud to support.” \nART 64 continues to elevate Wauwatosa as a destination for live art\, creativity\, and community connection. \n\nLast year\, the winner of the $20\,000 grand prize was Kansas City-based artist Jianqiao Luan. \n \n“Winning the grand prize has made me more confident\, and it has encouraged me to create more artworks\,” said Jianqiao Luan. “The prize money helped me with my art career in so many different ways. ART 64 has changed how I think and my process when I paint. It was a great opportunity to try new things and challenge myself.” \n\n\n  \nFor more information about ART 64 and to RSVP for event updates\, please visit: discoverart64.com. \n  \n\nThe City of Wauwatosa is an urban enclave with a charming small-town feel located 15 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee. Home to hundreds of locally-owned shops and restaurants\, picturesque outdoor activities\, a downtown district known as The Village\, a burgeoning arts scene that features Mama Rosa the troll\, and affordable accommodations\, Wauwatosa provides the amenities of a major city while maintaining a close-knit and welcoming community atmosphere. Learn more at DiscoverWauwatosa.com. 
URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/art-64-painting-tournament/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:The Village Downtown Wauwatosa\, Wauwautosa\, 53213\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Family Fun,Food and Drink,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Summer at Shell Lake Town & Country Days
DESCRIPTION:One of Shell Lake’s favorite traditions is back! Town & Country Days returns over Labor Day Weekend\, bringing a full lineup of family fun\, community events\, live entertainment\, and classic small-town celebration to the heart of Shell Lake. \nFrom longtime locals to first-time visitors\, Town & Country Days is the kind of event that brings people together and captures everything there is to love about summer in the Northwoods. Throughout the weekend\, downtown Shell Lake and the surrounding community will come alive with activity\, offering something for all ages to enjoy. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nVisitors can expect a packed schedule filled with exciting events and beloved traditions. Crowd favorites like the Tractor Pull\, Garden Tractor Pull\, and Truck Pull bring plenty of action and energy to the weekend\, while the Car\, Truck & Bike Show gives visitors a chance to admire classic and custom rides. Families can cheer on participants during the Lake Run\, 5K\, and Kids’ 40-Yard Dash\, or watch kids test their strength during the always-fun Kids’ Pedal Pull. \n \nThe celebration also includes the beloved Kiddie & Grand Parades\, bringing festive floats\, community spirit\, and plenty of candy-filled excitement to downtown Shell Lake. Visitors can browse handmade goods and local treasures at the Arts & Crafts Fair\, enjoy lakeside action during the Sailing Regatta\, or grab a seat for a few rounds of Bingo. \n \nAnd of course\, no Town & Country Days weekend would be complete without great food. From local food booths serving up festival favorites to the popular Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast\, there are plenty of ways to fuel up while enjoying the festivities. \n \nTown & Country Days is more than just an event—it’s a chance to experience the welcoming spirit of Shell Lake. The weekend offers the perfect opportunity to slow down\, reconnect with friends and family\, and enjoy one last Northwoods getaway before summer fades into fall. Visitors are encouraged to spend the weekend exploring local shops and restaurants\, relaxing on the lake\, and taking in everything the community has to offer. \nThis year’s event features:\n 🎶 Live music & entertainment throughout the weekend\n 🚜 Tractor Pull\, Garden Tractor Pull & Truck Pull\n 🏃 Lake Run\, 5K & Kids’ 40-Yard Dash\n 🚗 Car\, Truck & Bike Show\n 🎨 Arts & Crafts Fair\n 🎈 Kiddie & Grand Parades\n ⛵ Sailing Regatta\n 🥞 Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast\n 🍔 Food booths\, Bingo\, family fun & much more \nWhether you’re continuing a family tradition or discovering the event for the first time\, Shell Lake Town & Country Days is the perfect way to celebrate the close of summer. Gather your friends and family\, plan your getaway\, and experience a weekend full of fun\, community\, and Northwoods charm. \nFor a full schedule of events\, lodging information\, and updates\, visit discovershelllake.com or follow Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce on Facebook.
URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/celebrate-summer-at-shell-lake-town-country-days/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:SHELL LAKE\, Shell Lake\, 54871\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Aviation,Car Show,Craft Show,Family Fun,Food and Drink,Live Music,Outdoor Recreation
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Summer at Shell Lake Town & Country Days
DESCRIPTION:One of Shell Lake’s favorite traditions is back! Town & Country Days returns over Labor Day Weekend\, bringing a full lineup of family fun\, community events\, live entertainment\, and classic small-town celebration to the heart of Shell Lake. \nFrom longtime locals to first-time visitors\, Town & Country Days is the kind of event that brings people together and captures everything there is to love about summer in the Northwoods. Throughout the weekend\, downtown Shell Lake and the surrounding community will come alive with activity\, offering something for all ages to enjoy. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nVisitors can expect a packed schedule filled with exciting events and beloved traditions. Crowd favorites like the Tractor Pull\, Garden Tractor Pull\, and Truck Pull bring plenty of action and energy to the weekend\, while the Car\, Truck & Bike Show gives visitors a chance to admire classic and custom rides. Families can cheer on participants during the Lake Run\, 5K\, and Kids’ 40-Yard Dash\, or watch kids test their strength during the always-fun Kids’ Pedal Pull. \n \nThe celebration also includes the beloved Kiddie & Grand Parades\, bringing festive floats\, community spirit\, and plenty of candy-filled excitement to downtown Shell Lake. Visitors can browse handmade goods and local treasures at the Arts & Crafts Fair\, enjoy lakeside action during the Sailing Regatta\, or grab a seat for a few rounds of Bingo. \n \nAnd of course\, no Town & Country Days weekend would be complete without great food. From local food booths serving up festival favorites to the popular Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast\, there are plenty of ways to fuel up while enjoying the festivities. \n \nTown & Country Days is more than just an event—it’s a chance to experience the welcoming spirit of Shell Lake. The weekend offers the perfect opportunity to slow down\, reconnect with friends and family\, and enjoy one last Northwoods getaway before summer fades into fall. Visitors are encouraged to spend the weekend exploring local shops and restaurants\, relaxing on the lake\, and taking in everything the community has to offer. \nThis year’s event features:\n 🎶 Live music & entertainment throughout the weekend\n 🚜 Tractor Pull\, Garden Tractor Pull & Truck Pull\n 🏃 Lake Run\, 5K & Kids’ 40-Yard Dash\n 🚗 Car\, Truck & Bike Show\n 🎨 Arts & Crafts Fair\n 🎈 Kiddie & Grand Parades\n ⛵ Sailing Regatta\n 🥞 Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast\n 🍔 Food booths\, Bingo\, family fun & much more \nWhether you’re continuing a family tradition or discovering the event for the first time\, Shell Lake Town & Country Days is the perfect way to celebrate the close of summer. Gather your friends and family\, plan your getaway\, and experience a weekend full of fun\, community\, and Northwoods charm. \nFor a full schedule of events\, lodging information\, and updates\, visit discovershelllake.com or follow Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce on Facebook.
URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/celebrate-summer-at-shell-lake-town-country-days/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:SHELL LAKE\, Shell Lake\, 54871\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Aviation,Car Show,Craft Show,Family Fun,Food and Drink,Live Music,Outdoor Recreation
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Summer at Shell Lake Town & Country Days
DESCRIPTION:One of Shell Lake’s favorite traditions is back! Town & Country Days returns over Labor Day Weekend\, bringing a full lineup of family fun\, community events\, live entertainment\, and classic small-town celebration to the heart of Shell Lake. \nFrom longtime locals to first-time visitors\, Town & Country Days is the kind of event that brings people together and captures everything there is to love about summer in the Northwoods. Throughout the weekend\, downtown Shell Lake and the surrounding community will come alive with activity\, offering something for all ages to enjoy. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nVisitors can expect a packed schedule filled with exciting events and beloved traditions. Crowd favorites like the Tractor Pull\, Garden Tractor Pull\, and Truck Pull bring plenty of action and energy to the weekend\, while the Car\, Truck & Bike Show gives visitors a chance to admire classic and custom rides. Families can cheer on participants during the Lake Run\, 5K\, and Kids’ 40-Yard Dash\, or watch kids test their strength during the always-fun Kids’ Pedal Pull. \n \nThe celebration also includes the beloved Kiddie & Grand Parades\, bringing festive floats\, community spirit\, and plenty of candy-filled excitement to downtown Shell Lake. Visitors can browse handmade goods and local treasures at the Arts & Crafts Fair\, enjoy lakeside action during the Sailing Regatta\, or grab a seat for a few rounds of Bingo. \n \nAnd of course\, no Town & Country Days weekend would be complete without great food. From local food booths serving up festival favorites to the popular Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast\, there are plenty of ways to fuel up while enjoying the festivities. \n \nTown & Country Days is more than just an event—it’s a chance to experience the welcoming spirit of Shell Lake. The weekend offers the perfect opportunity to slow down\, reconnect with friends and family\, and enjoy one last Northwoods getaway before summer fades into fall. Visitors are encouraged to spend the weekend exploring local shops and restaurants\, relaxing on the lake\, and taking in everything the community has to offer. \nThis year’s event features:\n 🎶 Live music & entertainment throughout the weekend\n 🚜 Tractor Pull\, Garden Tractor Pull & Truck Pull\n 🏃 Lake Run\, 5K & Kids’ 40-Yard Dash\n 🚗 Car\, Truck & Bike Show\n 🎨 Arts & Crafts Fair\n 🎈 Kiddie & Grand Parades\n ⛵ Sailing Regatta\n 🥞 Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast\n 🍔 Food booths\, Bingo\, family fun & much more \nWhether you’re continuing a family tradition or discovering the event for the first time\, Shell Lake Town & Country Days is the perfect way to celebrate the close of summer. Gather your friends and family\, plan your getaway\, and experience a weekend full of fun\, community\, and Northwoods charm. \nFor a full schedule of events\, lodging information\, and updates\, visit discovershelllake.com or follow Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce on Facebook.
URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/celebrate-summer-at-shell-lake-town-country-days/2026-09-06/
LOCATION:SHELL LAKE\, Shell Lake\, 54871\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Aviation,Car Show,Craft Show,Family Fun,Food and Drink,Live Music,Outdoor Recreation
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