BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Out & About Wisconsin - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Out & About Wisconsin 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;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808 DTSTAMP:20260525T170320Z 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:20260525T170320Z 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;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T140000 DTSTAMP:20260718T170629Z CREATED:20260717T214208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T170629Z UID:10010606-1786183200-1786197600@outandaboutwisconsin.com SUMMARY:Capital Flight Cruise-In: Aviation & Autos DESCRIPTION:Fly-In or Cruise-In for an amazing day at C-29 starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday\, Aug. 8. Get ready for a car show like you’ve never seen before! \nCombining aviation and autos\, this is one event you don’t want to miss! \nThe show is free to spectators and raises funds for Cars Curing Kids. Cruise-In is held at the Middleton Municipal Airport and is sponsored by Capital Flight. \nEnjoy family-friendly activities\, food trucks\, music and entertainment\, 50/50 raffle\, a huge silent auction and judged awards. Gates open at 10 a.m. \nFor those interested in participating in the show: $30/day for car entry (all proceeds benefiting Cars Curing Kids). \nParking will NOT begin until 9:30 a.m. Additional registration details can be found on the website or call 608-291-3360. URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/capital-flight-cruise-in-aviation-autos/ LOCATION:Middleton Municipal Airport\, 8264 AIRPORT ROAD\, MIDDLETON CATEGORIES:Car Show,Charity Event,Food and Drink,Live Music END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T210000 DTSTAMP:20260731T194814Z CREATED:20260731T175310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T194814Z UID:10010861-1786186800-1786222800@outandaboutwisconsin.com SUMMARY:Beloit Taco Takedown DESCRIPTION:Beloit Taco Takedown Returns for a Third Year on August 8\nFeaturing Local Vendors\, Live Music and a Jalapeño Eating Contest\nThe Beloit Taco Takedown is back for its third year of flavor\, competition and community. The community event will take place at the Ironworks Campus Spine just outside of Henry Dorrbaker’s in downtown Beloit on August 8 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is free\, with food\, drinks and Maestro Dobel VIP tickets available for purchase. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThis year there will be two champions crowned at the end of the night. A panel of local celebrity judges will award the coveted Taco Takedown Championship Belt to their top taco\, while event guests will crown the People’s Choice Champion\, who will take home the Taco Takedown Championship Chain. \nMeet the Competing Vendors:\n\nDoña Concha (Beloit\, Wisconsin)\nEl Centro Cocina (Madison\, Wisconsin)\nEl Ninos Kitchen (Beloit\, Wisconsin)\nEl Viejón De Michoacan (Janesville\, Wisconsin)\nE-Z Tacos (Rockford\, Illinois)\nJaliscoast Rayo (Rockford\, Illinois)\nLex’irriaz (Janesville\, Wisconsin)\nMr. Tacomex Grill (Wauconda\, Illinois)\nTaqueria don Regino (Janesville\, WI)\nTortas El Memo (Beloit\, Wisconsin)\ntruk’t (Beloit\, Wisconsin)\nVenenos Fiery Tacos (Beloit\, Wisconsin)\n\nEvent Highlights:\n \n\nFood and drink: Savor a variety of tacos\, sides\, margaritas and cold drinks.\n Jalapeño Eating Contest presented by Reyes Coca Cola: Watch as brave competitors test their spice tolerance to the limit in this fiery challenge.\nLive Music: presented by Corazon Tequila Fiesta Enjoy a lineup of live music featuring performances by Zack D\, DJ Proper\, Stereotype\, Clementine and MOTH.\nMaestro Dobel VIP Area: Exclusive front row access to all the happenings on Henry Dorrbaker’s Patio. Included in the price of admission are 4 cocktails\, an exclusive swag bag and other surprises.\n$1 of every Tito’s drink sold is donated to the Vet’s Roll organization to help Vets get to DC at no cost to them\n\n“We’re thrilled to bring back Taco Takedown for a third year\,” said Jamie Swan\, general manager of Henry Dorrbaker’s. “This event is a testament to the incredible taco vendors in the Stateline area. We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone in the community. Come hungry\, stay for the fun and help us crown the champions!” URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/beloit-taco-takedown/ LOCATION:TACO TAKEDOWN EVENT\, 605 3rd St.\, Beloit\, 53511\, United States CATEGORIES:Charity Event,Food and Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/featureImg-logo-Beloit-TacoTakedown.png ORGANIZER;CN="GERONIMO HOSPITALITY GROUP":MAILTO:INFO@BELOITTACOTAKEDOWN.COM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810 DTSTAMP:20260525T170320Z 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T150000 DTSTAMP:20260718T172715Z CREATED:20260717T214208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T172715Z UID:10010609-1786262400-1786287600@outandaboutwisconsin.com SUMMARY:Waukesha Old Car Club 46th Frame Park Car Show in the Park DESCRIPTION:Car enthusiasts will enjoy the variety of cars on display from antique\, classic\, custom and Tuner cars to street rods\, motorcycles\, trucks and vans at Frame Park in Waukesha. \nLive music\, food and beverage rounds out the afternoon of fun sponsored by Waukesha Old Car Club. \nThe Car Show is from 8:00 am to 3 pm with food\, refreshments and music and FREE to spectators. \nShow is held rain or shine. $15 day of show registration. \nShow Cars to enter the park at 8 AM from Baxter St.\, on the far west end of the Frame Park. \nContact Information: Phone (262)782-4066 URL:https://outandaboutwisconsin.com/event/waukesha-old-car-club-46th-frame-park-car-show-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Frame Park\, 701 E MORELAND BLVD\, WAUKESHA CATEGORIES:Car Show,Food and Drink,Live Music END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR