BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Out & About Wisconsin - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Out & About Wisconsin REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T183000 DTSTAMP:20260531T155808 CREATED:20260315T001345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T222658Z UID:10009761-1780221600-1780252200@outandaboutwisconsin.com SUMMARY:Festa Italia 2026 - Cultural Picnic & Music Festival DESCRIPTION:Where can you find a delectable selection of Italian foods\, live musical entertainment\, insight into Italian culture\, cooking demonstrations\, a variety of kids activities and unique sporting events?\nThe answer is Festa Italia 2026!\nWhat started over sixty years ago as a small Greenbush neighborhood block party has grown to become one of Dane County’s premier ethnic festivals.\nPlanned\, organized and staffed by members of the Italian Workmen’s Club of Madison (IWC)\, this celebration of all thing’s Italian offers something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to share a nice meal with your family\, enjoy live music with friends\, or simply sip a glass of wine in the sun\, Festa Italia is the place to be. \nFOOD\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nFood options start with a spaghetti and meatball dinner\, complete with salad and bread. Other offerings from area restaurants and food providers range from Italian sausage\, roast beef and meatball sandwiches to pizza\, calamari\, arancini\, sfingi\, mozzarella sticks\, olive salad\, gelato\, cannoli\, ice cream\, a variety of home-made Italian cookies\, kettle corn\, cheese curds and snack chips. \n\nMUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT\n \nThe music gets started on the main stage on Saturday afternoon with Marisa Balistreri performing a wonderful variety of international folk-jazz tunes. That’s followed by a mix of rock\, blues and pop from John Masino Band. On Saturday night\, get ready to enjoy some great classic rock by Generation Jones. Joe Scalissi kicks things off on Sunday with his renowned “Happy Hour” impersonation and tribute to Dean Martin. Then\, get up and dance to the irresistible sound of the disco/funk party band VO5. \n  \nITALIAN CULTURE\, KIDS ACTIVITIES & SPORTS\n \nA Culture Tent filled with historical pictures of the old Greenbush Neighborhood comes alive with cooking demonstrations and presentations with an Italian flare. A “Flags of Italy” parade and presentation on Saturday afternoon honors and educates. Wayne the Wizard fascinates children of all ages with his magic act and balloon animal skills\, while Karen delights young and old with her face painting artistry. A variety of children’s games will challenge and entertain kids all weekend long. There’s also a pasta-eating contest on Saturday afternoon and bocce (Italian lawn bowling) tournaments on Saturday and Sunday. \nFesta Italia begins on Saturday\, May 30th at 11:00 AM and runs through 6:30 PM Sunday\, May 31st. \nCheck out www.iwcmadison.com for specific hours and more details. You can also find Festa Italia on Facebook. URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/festa-italia-2026-cultural-picnic-music-festival/2026-05-31/ LOCATION:McKee Farms Park\, 2930 Chapel Valley Road\, Fitchburg\, 53711\, United States CATEGORIES:Charity Event,Family Fun,Festival,Food and Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Festa-Italia-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704 DTSTAMP:20260531T155808 CREATED:20260413T160918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T163248Z UID:10009852-1783036800-1783123199@outandaboutwisconsin.com SUMMARY:Shell Lake 3rd of July Celebration DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 3rd of July in Shell Lake with Live Music\, Street Dancing & Fireworks\n \nThere’s no better place to kick off your Independence Day celebrations than in Shell Lake\, where the community comes together for an unforgettable night of music\, dancing\, and dazzling fireworks on July 3rd. \nThis beloved annual tradition brings locals and visitors alike to downtown Shell Lake for a lively street dance followed by a spectacular fireworks display over the lake. It’s everything you love about summer in the Northwoods—great music\, good company\, and a sky full of color to top it all off. \nThe evening begins with a high-energy street dance in the heart of downtown. As the music gets going\, the streets fill with people ready to dance\, laugh\, and celebrate. Whether you’re out with friends\, enjoying a date night\, or bringing the whole family along\, the atmosphere is welcoming\, festive\, and full of small-town charm. \nLocal food vendors and nearby businesses will be open throughout the evening\, offering everything from classic summer eats to refreshing drinks. Grab a bite\, find your spot\, and soak in the excitement as the night builds toward the main event. \nAs dusk settles in\, the celebration shifts lakeside for a stunning fireworks show over Shell Lake. Reflected in the water and lighting up the night sky\, the fireworks are a can’t-miss highlight that draws crowds year after year. It’s the perfect grand finale to an already memorable evening. \nHere’s what you can look forward to:\n 🎶 Live Music & Street Dance – Dance the night away in downtown Shell Lake\n 🌭 Food & Drinks – Enjoy local eats and summer favorites\n 🎇 Fireworks Over the Lake – A breathtaking display you won’t forget\n 👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly Fun – A celebration for all ages \nWhether you’re continuing a long-standing tradition or experiencing it for the first time\, Shell Lake’s 3rd of July celebration is the perfect way to start your holiday weekend. Bring your lawn chairs\, gather your friends and family\, and get ready for a night filled with music\, memories\, and a sky full of sparks. \nFor more information and event updates\, visit discovershelllake.com or follow Washburn County\, WI on Facebook.  URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/shell-lake-3rd-of-july-celebration/ LOCATION:DOWNTOWN SHELL LAKE\, Shell Lake\, 54871\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Festival,Food and Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Shell-Lake-Washburn-County-Logo-Final-Color-11052025-e1776096089500.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:shelllakechamber@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808 DTSTAMP:20260531T155808 CREATED:20260525T165223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T170320Z UID:10010077-1786060800-1786147199@outandaboutwisconsin.com SUMMARY:Irishfest La Crosse DESCRIPTION:Join the Celebration\nas Irishfest La Crosse marks its 21st year in 2026! From August 7–9\, downtown La Crosse will come alive with the sights\, sounds\, and spirit of Ireland. This beloved non-profit\, family-friendly festival is powered by a dedicated volunteer board and hundreds of enthusiastic community volunteers who bring Irish culture to life each year. \nFestival-goers can look forward to a stellar lineup of Irish and Celtic music spanning traditional tunes\, lively harp melodies\, Celtic rock\, and everything in between. Beyond the music\, Irishfest offers a full weekend of dance performances\, cultural displays\, hands-on workshops\, storytelling\, genealogy research\, Highland games\, two days of Tug of War\, the lively Kilt Run\, an Irish Market\, and plenty more. A wide variety of food and beverages will be available to satisfy every appetite. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThe popular Harp Stage returns with the crowd-favorite Harp Twins\, known for their unique and eclectic sound. Families will love the Wee Folks Area\, filled with games\, activities\, contests\, puppets\, music\, sheep shearing\, and even Irish dogs. Older kids (and kids at heart) can enjoy the arcade and additional activities throughout the grounds. The Cultural Tent’s theme this year is “Irish Rock” featuring displays\, photo ops\, Irish karaoke and more. In the adjacent\, Arts Tent a presentation of the  “History of U2” will be offered. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nAll musical performances take place under tents\, rain or shine. The 2026 entertainment lineup includes The High Kings\, Gaelic Storm\, Scythian\, Screaming Orphans\, BIIRD\, Mairtín de Cógáin\, Rory Makem\, who will record a live episode of their podcast “The Ballad Lounge\,” along with Murphy & Mancuso\, Billow Wood\, The Harp Twins\, Ian Gould & Lukas Jaeger\, and more. Dance performances throughout the weekend will feature Glencastle Irish Dancers and Amanda’s Academy of Dance. Sunday highlights include Irish Mass and a lively fiddle competition. \nThere truly is something for everyone at Irishfest La Crosse—whether you come for the music\, the culture\, the food\, or the fun. \nAdvance tickets are available online for $30 for a 3-day pass or $15 for a single day at www.irishfestlacrosse.org. One-day tickets will also be available at the gate for $20. Youth 17 and under are admitted free. Visit the website or Facebook page for the latest updates and full schedule details. URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/irishfest-la-crosse/2026-08-07/ LOCATION:Downtown Festival Grounds\, 601 2nd Street N\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54603\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Festival,Food and Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IrishFestLaCrosseFeatImg_800x450.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTSTAMP:20260531T155808 CREATED:20260525T165223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T170320Z UID:10010078-1786147200-1786233599@outandaboutwisconsin.com SUMMARY:Irishfest La Crosse DESCRIPTION:Join the Celebration\nas Irishfest La Crosse marks its 21st year in 2026! From August 7–9\, downtown La Crosse will come alive with the sights\, sounds\, and spirit of Ireland. This beloved non-profit\, family-friendly festival is powered by a dedicated volunteer board and hundreds of enthusiastic community volunteers who bring Irish culture to life each year. \nFestival-goers can look forward to a stellar lineup of Irish and Celtic music spanning traditional tunes\, lively harp melodies\, Celtic rock\, and everything in between. Beyond the music\, Irishfest offers a full weekend of dance performances\, cultural displays\, hands-on workshops\, storytelling\, genealogy research\, Highland games\, two days of Tug of War\, the lively Kilt Run\, an Irish Market\, and plenty more. A wide variety of food and beverages will be available to satisfy every appetite. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThe popular Harp Stage returns with the crowd-favorite Harp Twins\, known for their unique and eclectic sound. Families will love the Wee Folks Area\, filled with games\, activities\, contests\, puppets\, music\, sheep shearing\, and even Irish dogs. Older kids (and kids at heart) can enjoy the arcade and additional activities throughout the grounds. The Cultural Tent’s theme this year is “Irish Rock” featuring displays\, photo ops\, Irish karaoke and more. In the adjacent\, Arts Tent a presentation of the  “History of U2” will be offered. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nAll musical performances take place under tents\, rain or shine. The 2026 entertainment lineup includes The High Kings\, Gaelic Storm\, Scythian\, Screaming Orphans\, BIIRD\, Mairtín de Cógáin\, Rory Makem\, who will record a live episode of their podcast “The Ballad Lounge\,” along with Murphy & Mancuso\, Billow Wood\, The Harp Twins\, Ian Gould & Lukas Jaeger\, and more. Dance performances throughout the weekend will feature Glencastle Irish Dancers and Amanda’s Academy of Dance. Sunday highlights include Irish Mass and a lively fiddle competition. \nThere truly is something for everyone at Irishfest La Crosse—whether you come for the music\, the culture\, the food\, or the fun. \nAdvance tickets are available online for $30 for a 3-day pass or $15 for a single day at www.irishfestlacrosse.org. One-day tickets will also be available at the gate for $20. Youth 17 and under are admitted free. Visit the website or Facebook page for the latest updates and full schedule details. URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/irishfest-la-crosse/2026-08-08/ LOCATION:Downtown Festival Grounds\, 601 2nd Street N\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54603\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Festival,Food and Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IrishFestLaCrosseFeatImg_800x450.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810 DTSTAMP:20260531T155808 CREATED:20260525T165223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T170320Z UID:10010079-1786233600-1786319999@outandaboutwisconsin.com SUMMARY:Irishfest La Crosse DESCRIPTION:Join the Celebration\nas Irishfest La Crosse marks its 21st year in 2026! From August 7–9\, downtown La Crosse will come alive with the sights\, sounds\, and spirit of Ireland. This beloved non-profit\, family-friendly festival is powered by a dedicated volunteer board and hundreds of enthusiastic community volunteers who bring Irish culture to life each year. \nFestival-goers can look forward to a stellar lineup of Irish and Celtic music spanning traditional tunes\, lively harp melodies\, Celtic rock\, and everything in between. Beyond the music\, Irishfest offers a full weekend of dance performances\, cultural displays\, hands-on workshops\, storytelling\, genealogy research\, Highland games\, two days of Tug of War\, the lively Kilt Run\, an Irish Market\, and plenty more. A wide variety of food and beverages will be available to satisfy every appetite. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThe popular Harp Stage returns with the crowd-favorite Harp Twins\, known for their unique and eclectic sound. Families will love the Wee Folks Area\, filled with games\, activities\, contests\, puppets\, music\, sheep shearing\, and even Irish dogs. Older kids (and kids at heart) can enjoy the arcade and additional activities throughout the grounds. The Cultural Tent’s theme this year is “Irish Rock” featuring displays\, photo ops\, Irish karaoke and more. In the adjacent\, Arts Tent a presentation of the  “History of U2” will be offered. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nAll musical performances take place under tents\, rain or shine. The 2026 entertainment lineup includes The High Kings\, Gaelic Storm\, Scythian\, Screaming Orphans\, BIIRD\, Mairtín de Cógáin\, Rory Makem\, who will record a live episode of their podcast “The Ballad Lounge\,” along with Murphy & Mancuso\, Billow Wood\, The Harp Twins\, Ian Gould & Lukas Jaeger\, and more. Dance performances throughout the weekend will feature Glencastle Irish Dancers and Amanda’s Academy of Dance. Sunday highlights include Irish Mass and a lively fiddle competition. \nThere truly is something for everyone at Irishfest La Crosse—whether you come for the music\, the culture\, the food\, or the fun. \nAdvance tickets are available online for $30 for a 3-day pass or $15 for a single day at www.irishfestlacrosse.org. One-day tickets will also be available at the gate for $20. Youth 17 and under are admitted free. Visit the website or Facebook page for the latest updates and full schedule details. URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/irishfest-la-crosse/2026-08-09/ LOCATION:Downtown Festival Grounds\, 601 2nd Street N\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54603\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Festival,Food and Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IrishFestLaCrosseFeatImg_800x450.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR