Great summer festivals
Here are the best of the fests in the Upper Midwest.
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A boat races past Fairlawn Mansion at the Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival in Superior.
When summer comes, there's no time to waste.
Everyone is throwing a party, and you're invited.
For even more festivals, see Celebrating roots, a comprehensive list of ethnic festivals.
For food festivals, see A feast of festivals.
For outdoor art fairs, see Art al fresco.
For dragon-boat festivals, see Waking the
dragon.
For beer festivals, see Best brew fests.
For more events, see our Events Calendar.
Here are some of the best in 2013.
Always check before you go to verify dates and to make sure you catch the best parts of a festival, especially the parades.
Memorial Day weekend
ChocolateFest in Burlington, WI This big festival in southeast Wisconsin features a battle of the chefs, a geocache treasure hunt, Project Yum-way candy-wrapper design contest and Chocolate Olympics, plus a crafts fair and carnival. May 23–27.
North Iowa Band Festival in Mason City, IA There's a carnival, craft show and car cruise, but don't miss the 10 a.m. Saturday band parade in this northern Iowa town, which Meredith Willson made famous in "The Music Man.'' May 23–27.
Dylan Days in Hibbing, MN Bob's hometown celebrates his 72nd birthday with a film festival, singer-songwriter contest, jam session at Zimmy's and a Bobby Zimmerman bus tour. May 23–26.
World's Largest Brat Fest in Madison, WI It's a music festival featuring the world's largest touring grill (a Johnsonville semi that can cook 750 brats at a time), the Oscar Meyer Wienermobile and brats. There are also carnival rides and a Cut the Mustard high-school band competition. Admission is free. Outside the Alliant Energy Center. May 24–27.
Festival of Nature in Baileys Harbor, WI Ridges Sanctuary hosts this annual festival, with programs and field trips on wildflowers, birds, trees and insects held around Door County. May 24–25.
Fort Michilimackinac Pageant in Mackinaw City, MI This free pageant at Colonial Michilimackinac features a cast of more than 400, re-enacting events that took place between the French, British and Indian tribes on June 2, 1763. There are also 18th-century fashion shows, voyageur contests, kids' games and a 1 p.m. Saturday parade. May 25–27.
Native American Festival in St. Ignace, MI This family-friendly festival at the Museum of Ojibwa Culture features drumming, dancing, singing, Ojibwa games, artisan workshops and Sunday mass in Ojibwa. May 25–26.
BobFest in Spring Green, WI The Spring Green General Store in this artistic town on the Wisconsin River celebrates Bob Dylan's 72nd birthday with free outdoor music. May 26.
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Winona royalty rides a float during the town's Steamboat Days.
First weekend in June
Bluegrass Festival in Niles, MI Listen to American roots music on two stages along the banks of the St. Joseph River. May 30–June 2.
Irish Festival in Oshkosh, WI This festival in Riverside Park on the Fox River includes Irish music, food and dancing. May 31–June 2.
Street Faire at the Lakes in Detroit Lakes, MN This western-Minnesota lake town hosts a juried arts show with music, fair food and a beer garden. May 31–June 1.
Milk Days in Harvard, IL The festival in this small town just south of Lake Geneva, Wis., is the longest running in the state. There's a milk-drinking contests, milking demonstrations, cow-chip lotto, bed races and a parade at 1 p.m. Saturday. May 31–June 2.
Great Wisconsin Cheese Festival in Little Chute, WI This Fox Cities festival includes cheese-curd eating, cheese-carving and cheesecake contests and a 10:30 a.m. Saturday cheese parade. May 31–June 2.
Edina Art Fair in Edina, MN The juried show in this posh southern Minneapolis suburb draws 375 exhibitors and 60,000 people. May 31–June 2. 50th & France website
Buffalo Days in Luverne, MN This festival in the southwest corner of Minnesota features a cow-chip throwing contest, fire-truck ladder rides, duck races, an arts show and a big parade at 10 a.m. June 1.
Rhubarb Festival in Lanesboro, MN There’s a Rhubarb Olympics, featuring the Rhubarb Stalk Throw and Green Eggs and Rhubarb, and a Rhubarb Rant Speakers Corner for opinionated folks. The Rhubarb Sisters entertain. It's 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Sylvan Park. June 1.
Milwaukee Highland Games in Wauwatosa, WI Listen to bagpipe bands, eat Scottish food and watch sheepdogs, Highland dancers and athletes. June 1.
Grand Old Day in St. Paul, MN When the weather's nice, crowds turn out for this street fair, during which Grand Avenue is divided into "districts'': entertainment, family fun, sporting and art. A parade starts at 10 a.m. from Grand and Dale. June 2.
Ride the Drive in Madison, WI Ride, walk or skate a car-free six-mile loop along Lake Monona, around the State Capitol and through downtown. There are also family activities, parades, food and music. It's free and nearly all day, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 2.
Ride for the Arts in Milwaukee, WI This bicycle ride along the Lake Michigan lakefront includes routes of 5, 12, 25, 50 and 75 miles. The three longer routes will include the Hoan Bridge on I-794, which will be closed to cars for two hours, and the longest route goes as far north as Port Washington. The rides start and end at the Summerfest grounds, and there's a party afterward. June 2.
Wisconsin state-parks open house in All state parks, WI Visit a state park without paying the daily vehicle fee, $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents. June 2.
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Fans listen to music at the Winnipeg Folk Festival.
Second weekend in June
Blues Festival in Chicago, IL This is the largest of Chicago's free music festivals, drawing 750,000 people to Grant Park. Headliners include Shemekia Copeland, Bobby Rush, Irma Thomas, Jimmy Johnson, Otis Clay, the Bar- Kays, Eddie Floyd and Sir Mack Rice. June 6–9.
Butterfest in Sparta, WI There's the usual arts and crafts show, flea market and carnival but also milking and butter-carving contests. The big parade is Sunday. June 6–9.
2 Rivers Wine & Jazz Festival in Ottawa, IL The festival in this town on the Fox and Illinois rivers features wine from 25 Illinois vineyards and jazz and blues in Washington Park. June 7–9.
Pirate Festival in Port Washington, WI The festival in this Lake Michigan town north of Milwaukee (motto: "We love the smell of black powder in the morning'') includes a pirate invasion, cruises, Saturday-night fireworks and a parade at noon Sunday. June 7–9.
Lilac Festival in Mackinac Island, MI Most of the events of this festival charge a fee, except for the closing-day grand parade, but the island really is gorgeous when its lilacs are blooming. June 7–16.
Stamman Scandinavian Folk Festival in Nisswa, MN This festival in the Brainerd Lakes area features visiting musicians from Denmark, Sweden and Norway as well as many North American folk musicians. June 7–8.
Lighthouse Festival in Door County, WI The Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay offers tours of the peninsula's 10 lighthouses by foot, boat, trolley and minibus. Tickets go on sale April 1; some tours sell out quickly. June 7–9.
Pride of the Fox Riverfest in St. Charles, IL See dragon-boat racing, a water-ski show, Dock Dogs and car shows, all along the Fox River. June 7–9.
Spring Art Tour in Mount Horeb, WI Artists open their studios in Mount Horeb and other towns in the Wisconsin River valley: Mazomanie, Black Earth, Cross Plains, Blue Mounds and Verona. June 7–9.
Iowa Arts Festival in Iowa City, IA This free downtown festival features an art show, a Global Village, a Culinary Row and music and dance. Sunday is Children's Day, with 10 booths of hands-on activities. June 7–9.
Ribfest Chicago in Chicago, IL This street festival in the Northcenter neighborhood, on Lincoln Avenue between Irving Park Road and Warner Avenue, features barbecue plus indie, roots, rock and alt country music. There's a Kids Square with games and a rib-eating contest Friday with professional eaters. June 7–9.
Winstock Country Festival in Winsted, MN Dierks Bentley, Sawyer Brown and the Pistol Annies are among the performers at this festival just west of Minneapolis. June 7–8.
Wells Street/Old Town art fairs in Chicago, IL Together, the Wells Street Art Festival and nearby Old Town Art Fair two fairs have more than 500 exhibitors and draw 110,000 visitors. June 8–9. Wells Street website
Northern Spark in St. Paul, MN From sunset to sunrise, artists perform a variety of projects at museums and outdoor venues around the newly renovated Union Depot in St. Paul's Lowertown. June 8.
Steamboat Days in Burlington, IA There's a carnival, music on two stages, a parade at 11 a.m. Saturday and a Sunday art fair on Snake Alley. June 11–16.
Third weekend in June
Lilac Festival in Mackinac Island, MI Most of the events of this festival charge a fee, except for the closing-day grand parade, but the island really is gorgeous when its lilacs are blooming. June 7–16.
Steamboat Days in Burlington, IA There's a carnival, music on two stages, a parade at 11 a.m. Saturday and a Sunday art fair on Snake Alley. June 11–16.
Steel Bridge SongFest in Sturgeon Bay, WI More than 150 musicians and songwriters perform in more than 15 venues around town to benefit the historic Michigan Avenue canal bridge. June 13–16.
Polish Fest in Milwaukee, WI This big festival on the lakefront features lots of rollicking, zydeco-laced polka and hearty food. June 14–16.
Great Galena Balloon Race in Galena, IL Eagle Ridge Resort hosts two balloon races, two night glows and rides for the public. An Alefest Friday includes tastings of more than 100 beers. June 14–16.
Balloon Rally in Monroe, WI The capital of cheese country hosts Wisconsin's longest-running rally. There's a balloon launch and glow Friday evening and a 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. launch Saturday, as well as an arts and crafts fair, classic-car show, live music, games and food. June 14–15.
More on 34 in Aurora to Galesburg, IL A 131-mile yard sale along U.S. 34 from Aurora to Galesburg, with events in many towns. June 14–15.
Stone Arch Bridge Festival in Minneapolis, MN 250 artists show their wares on the banks of the Mississippi at St. Anthony Main. There are also three stages, art for kids and a car show. June 14–16.
Blues on the Fox in Aurora, IL Ten blues artists perform at the festival grounds on the Fox River, in the town where Chicago blues musicians recorded for RCA's Bluebird label in the 1930s. June 14–15.
Old Canal Days in Lockport, IL Lockport was the headquarters of the Illinois & Michigan Canal and site of the first lock; now it's on the National Register of Historic Places. At its festival, there are historic reenactors, horse-drawn carriage tours of the canal, duck races, a juried craft show, music and a Friday parade. June 14–16.
America's River Festival in Dubuque, IA Lynyrd Skynyrd and Dierks Bentley headline this riverside festival, which includes a zipline, motocross show, movie tent and children's games and rides. June 14–16.
Fyr Bal Festival in Ephraim, WI It's the 48th annual Scandinavian midsummer festival in this Door County village. There's a regatta, historic walking tours, art fair, trolley rides, Fur Ball pet parade, cake walk and, of course, a fish boil. June 15.
Custer's Last Stand in Evanston, IL This big fair in the Custer Avenue-Main Street shopping district features 250 artists, 50 variety performers, a medicine show, powwow dancing, children's activities and music on two stages. June 15–16.
Swedish Days Festival in Geneva, IL This Fox River town on the western edge of Chicago offers music, a zipline, a carnival, a Swedish cottage walk and a big parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. June 18–23.
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On Madeline Island, the Fourth of July parade follows the Lake Superior shoreline.
Fourth weekend in June
Swedish Days Festival in Geneva, IL This Fox River town on the western edge of Chicago offers music, a zipline, a carnival, a Swedish cottage walk and a big parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. June 18–23.
Steamboat Days in Winona, MN The main event is the 12:31 p.m. Sunday parade, one of the region's largest. There's also a carnival, craft show, power-boat races and car show. June 19–23.
Musky Fest in Hayward, WI A carnival, crafts, ice cream-eating contest and lots of festivities downtown, capped by the 1:30 p.m. Sunday parade. June 20–23.
Gospel Festival in Chicago, IL This free festival opens in Millennium Park, moves to the Chicago Cultural Center on Friday and is in Ellis Park on the weekend. June 20–23.
Harborfest in South Haven, MI There's dragon-boat racing, a boat parade, pirate-chaser sails on the Friends Good Will, music and a craft fair. June 20–23.
Wooden Boat Show and Summer Solstice Festival in Grand Marais, MN The harbor-side North House Folk School on Lake Superior kicks off summer with a boat parade, dancing, craft demonstrations, mini-courses and a solstice parade. June 21–23.
Bridgefest in Houghton/Hancock, MI There will be helicopter rides, a water-ski show, a Friday parade and Saturday fireworks. The two towns are linked by the Keweenaw Peninsula's massive Portage Lift Bridge. June 21–23.
Strawberry Festival in Cedarburg, WI During this popular event in an old mill town north of Milwaukee, there's music, kids' games, shortcake-eating and bubblegum-blowing contests and strawberries in everything — brats, wine, slush. June 22–23.
Midsummer Fest in Coon Valley, WI This family festival at Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center, in the coulees near La Crosse, features the best of Scandinavian culture: food, music and crafts. For children, there will be a visit from the trolls by the bridge, fjord horses and a scavenger hunt. June 22–23.
Afton Strawberry Festival in Afton, MN This village on the St. Croix River revives an old tradition with a European-style flea market, art fair, music and children's activities. June 22–23.
Spring Iowa Barn Tour in Johnson/Iowa counties, IA This year's tour of historic barns is in Madison, Clarke and Decatur counties, in south-central Iowa. June 22–23.
Country USA in Oshkosh, WI Lady Antebellum, Sheryl Crow, Billy Currington, Toby Keith and Dierks Bentley are the headliners of this year's big festival. June 25–29.
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The Clown Band from Scottville, Mich., marches in Mackinac Island's Lilac Festival parade.
Fifth weekend in June
Country USA in Oshkosh, WI Lady Antebellum, Sheryl Crow, Billy Currington, Toby Keith and Dierks Bentley are the headliners of this year's big festival. June 25–29.
Summerfest in Milwaukee, WI They call this the world's largest music festival. Big-name musicians perform on 11 stages along Lake Michigan. June 26–30.
Twin Cities Jazz Festival in St. Paul, MN Listen to jazz in Mears Park, in St. Paul's Lowertown. June 27–29.
Country Fest in Cadott, WI This year's big outdoor festival near Chippewa Falls features Miranda Lambert, Montgomery Gentry, Toby Keith and Jason Aldean. June 27–30.
Water Ski Days in Lake City, MN There's music, an arts and crafts fair and, on Sunday, a 2 p.m. parade followed by a water-ski show on Lake Pepin, where water-skiing was invented. June 28–30.
Des Moines Arts Festival in Des Moines, IA This big, juried arts fair at Western Gateway Park downtown includes street theater, live music and a film festival. June 28–30.
Cedar Basin Jazz Festival in Cedar Falls, IA There's 42 hours of free entertainment in Sturgis Park, including a Sunday morning gospel set and a jazz brunch. June 28–30.
Midwest Viking Festival in Moorhead, MN This festival at the Hjemkomst Center includes demonstrations, performances and goods that tell about society and culture in Viking-age Scandinavia and beyond. June 28–29.
Lakes Jam in Brainerd, MN REO Speedwagon headlines this music-and-camping festival at Brainerd International Raceway. June 28–29.
Engineers Day/Bridge Walk in Sault Ste. Marie, MI It's the biggest week of the year for boat nerds at the Soo Locks. Friday is the Engineers Day open house (people can walk across the locks). Saturday is the 2.8-mile International Bridge Walk (people can walk to Canada). June 28–29. Bridge Walk site
National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, MI This town on Lake Michigan attracts half a million people to events that include air shows, an arts fair, music, races, the big Cherry Royale Parade and many contests, including pie-eating and pit-spitting. June 29–July 6.
River Rendezvous in Manitowoc, WI The Wisconsin Maritime Museum hosts the schooner Denis Sullivan for tours and Lake Michigan cruises and offers a boat-building contest and race, music and guided canoe paddles on the Manitowoc River. June 29–30.
Avett Fest in Somerset, WI This all-ages music-and-camping fest along the Apple River features the Avett Brothers, Brandi Carlile, Dr. Dog and Wheeler Brothers. June 29.
Eyes to the Skies Festival in Lisle, IL This large festival on the west edge of Chicago features a daily hot-air balloon launches, glows and fireworks shows, plus children's activities and a craft fair. July 3–7.
Petunia Festival in Dixon, IL This festival in the Hometown of Ronald Reagan features music, a carnival, fireworks and a Sunday parade. July 3–7.
Riverfest in La Crosse, WI This big riverfront festival features water-ski and air shows, music on four stages, a lip-sync contest, a Venetian and family parade Wednesday and children's races Saturday. July 3–6.
Red White and Boom in Minneapolis, MN On Wednesday, there's a 5K fun fun, followed by music and a movie. On Thursday, there's a half-marathon in the morning, and music and family activities starting at 5 p.m., followed by fireworks. Festivities are along the riverfront downtown. July 3–4.
Ribfest in Naperville, IL Big-name bands perform in Knoch Park, where there's also magic shows, kids' games, food and fireworks on the last evening. July 3–7.
Fourth of July weekend
National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, MI This town on Lake Michigan attracts half a million people to events that include air shows, an arts fair, music, races, the big Cherry Royale Parade and many contests, including pie-eating and pit-spitting. June 29–July 6.
Summerfest in Milwaukee, WI They call this the world's largest music festival. Big-name musicians perform on 11 stages along Lake Michigan. July 2–7.
Eyes to the Skies Festival in Lisle, IL This large festival on the west edge of Chicago features a daily hot-air balloon launches, glows and fireworks shows, plus children's activities and a craft fair. July 3–7.
Petunia Festival in Dixon, IL This festival in the Hometown of Ronald Reagan features music, a carnival, fireworks and a Sunday parade. July 3–7.
Riverfest in La Crosse, WI This big riverfront festival features water-ski and air shows, music on four stages, a lip-sync contest, a Venetian and family parade Wednesday and children's races Saturday. July 3–6.
Red White and Boom in Minneapolis, MN On Wednesday, there's a 5K fun fun, followed by music and a movie. On Thursday, there's a half-marathon in the morning, and music and family activities starting at 5 p.m., followed by fireworks. Festivities are along the riverfront downtown. July 3–4.
Ribfest in Naperville, IL Big-name bands perform in Knoch Park, where there's also magic shows, kids' games, food and fireworks on the last evening. July 3–7.
Fourth Fest in Duluth, MN Duluth claims to have Minnesota's largest fireworks show, part of festivities in Bayfront Festival park. Watch from Skyline Parkway. July 4.
National Women's Music Festival in Middleton, WI In addition to concerts, this musical and cultural festival at the Marriott Madison West features comedy, theater, film and writers' workshops. July 4–7.
Mississippi Valley Blues Festival in Davenport, IA In LeClaire Park on the river, blues musicians celebrate the music that traveled up the Mississippi. July 4–6.
Blues Festival in Thunder Bay, ON This festival has a scenic location in Marina Park, on the Lake Superior waterfront. Headliners include Collective Soul, Los Lobos, Los Lonely Boys, Great Big Sea, the Groove Merchants and Davina and the Vagabonds. July 5–7.
Iowa City Jazz Festival in Iowa City, IA This downtown festival features a Culinary Row, Fun Zone for kids and Sunday fireworks in addition to music. July 5–7.
80/35 Music Festival in Des Moines, IA This rock festival (named for the junction of two interstates) is at Western Gateway Park. July 5–6.
Wild Rice Festival in Deer River, MN This northern town near Grand Rapids offers a powwow Friday, wild-rice lunch, bike rodeo, sawdust scramble, singing competition and fireworks Saturday and a parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. July 5–7.
Twin Ports Bridge Festival in Duluth, MN Performers at this festival in Bayfront Park include hometown and regional bands. July 6.
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The Minnesota State Fair includes rides on the Kidway.
Second weekend in July
Winnipeg Folk Festival in Winnipeg, MB This easy-going, family-friendly festival features 70 performers, food and hand-made art from around the world plus a fun play area for children. Many people camp on-site at Birds Hill Provincial Park. Tickets are cheapest when bought in advance. July 10–14.
Taste of Chicago in Chicago, IL The big free festival in Grant Park continues with national headliners but a shorter length and more emphasis on food. July 10–14.
Bastille Days in Milwaukee, WI Look for minstrels, beignets, French lessons, a Mardi Gras celebration and a 43-foot replica of the Eiffel Tower in Cathedral Square Park. July 11–14.
Heart of the North Rodeo in Spooner, WI Look for the four R's in this western Wisconsin town: roping, bull riding, steer wrestling and barrel racing. A parade is on Saturday. July 11–14.
Iola Old Car Show in Iola, WI This show and swap meet brings up to 130,000 people to this village east of Stevens Point. July 11–14.
Hodag Country Festival in Rhinelander, WI This year, performers at this big fest include Gretchen Wilson, Lee Brice and the Charlie Daniels Band. There's a band contest, too. July 11–14.
Balloon Rally/Ribfest/Chalkfest in Wausau, WI At the airport, Balloon Rally & Glow features barnstormer plane rides, kite-flying, pig-racing, music and fireworks. Also at the airport, the Big Bull Falls BBQ Ribfest is Thursday through Saturday. On Saturday and Sunday, artists decorate downtown during Chalkfest. July 11–14.
Tall Ship Celebration in Bay City, MI This Lake Huron town is a port on the 2013 Tall Ships Challenge, commemorating War of 1812 battles on the Great Lakes. July 11–14.
Karl Oskar Days in Lindstrom, MN The festival in this Swedish town just north of the Twin Cities features a tug of war and fireworks Friday, a car show and 6 p.m. parade Saturday and a lumberjack show Sunday. July 11–14.
Aquatennial in Minneapolis, MN Among the highlights of this big festival are the Lake Calhoun milk-carton boat races and sandcastle contest, the Hennepin Avenue Torchlight Parade and Mississippi River fireworks show. July 12–20.
Laura Ingalls Wilder pageant in Walnut Grove, MN The festival in this western Minnesota town revolves around the book "On the Banks of Plum Creek.'' Family Festivals are held each Saturday. July 12–13.
Northwest Water Carnival in Detroit Lakes, MN This big festival celebrates its 78th year with a sand-castle contest, water fights, ship-building (in less than 30 minutes), beer tasting, hat hunt, bike tour and more. On the last day, there's a big parade at 1 p.m. July 12–21.
Basilica Block Party in Minneapolis, MN This family-friendly outdoor rock festival on the grounds of the Basilica of St. Mary benefits its restoration and outreach programs. July 12–13.
Blissfest in Petoskey, MI This very eclectic, family-friendly folk and roots festival includes reggae, country, zydeco, hip-hop, jazz and Celtic music. July 12–14.
Windmill City Festival in Batavia, IL There's a carnival, pet parade, ice-cream eating contest and live bands in the town on the Fox River. July 12–14.
Fiesta Days in McHenry, IL There's a Music Fest, carnival and car show in Petersen Park the first weekend and family entertainment, arts and crafts and a Sunday parade the second weekend in Veteran's Memorial Park. July 12–21.
Phelps Mill Festival in Phelps, MN There's a juried arts and crafts fair, children's activities and music in this bucolic, tucked-away park along the Otter Tail River, next to an 1889 brick and clapboard mill that's open for tours. The hamlet of Phelps is just west of Otter Tail Lake and north of Underwood. July 13–14.
Art Fair On/Off the Square in Madison, WI Nearly 500 artists from around the nation will be selling on Capitol Square and 140 Wisconsin artists around Monona Terrace, attracting more than 200,000 people. July 13–14. On the Square website
Grand Marais Arts Festival in Grand Marais, MN This juried art show along the Lake Superior harbor includes children's activities, art demonstrations, a pie social and live music. July 13–14.
Festival of Flavors in Eagle River, WI This north-woods fest includes chef demos, music, a street-food row, a cheese carver and root-beer float and church-basement supper contests. July 13.
Agate Days in Moose Lake, MN See the beautiful stones on display, then dig for them at 2 p.m. Saturday during the Agate Stampede, when a load of rocks seeded with 500 pounds agates and $400 in quarters is dumped downtown. Fireworks are Friday night. On Saturday, there's also an art fair and antique-car show. July 13–14.
Rock USA in Oshkosh, WI This big rock festival is held in Ford Festival Park. July 17–20.
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In June, pirates invade Port Washington, Wis.
Third weekend in July
Aquatennial in Minneapolis, MN Among the highlights of this big festival are the Lake Calhoun milk-carton boat races and sandcastle contest, the Hennepin Avenue Torchlight Parade and Mississippi River fireworks show. July 12–20.
Northwest Water Carnival in Detroit Lakes, MN This big festival celebrates its 78th year with a sand-castle contest, water fights, ship-building (in less than 30 minutes), beer tasting, hat hunt, bike tour and more. On the last day, there's a big parade at 1 p.m. July 12–21.
Fiesta Days in McHenry, IL There's a Music Fest, carnival and car show in Petersen Park the first weekend and family entertainment, arts and crafts and a Sunday parade the second weekend in Veteran's Memorial Park. July 12–21.
Rock USA in Oshkosh, WI This big rock festival is held in Ford Festival Park. July 17–20.
Rock Fest in Cadott, WI This year's big outdoor festival near Chippewa Falls features top national musicians. July 18–21.
Moondance Jam in Walker, MN This big classic-rock and camping festival celebrates its 22nd year. July 18–20.
Festa Italiana in Milwaukee, WI A celebration of all things Italian at the lakefront Henry Maier Festival Park. July 18–21.
Bavarian Blast in New Ulm, MN "Das Fest Mit Fun'' features German music, food and beer at the Brown County Fair Grounds in this Minnesota River Valley town. The big parade is Sunday. July 19–21.
Laura Ingalls Wilder pageant in Walnut Grove, MN The festival in this western Minnesota town revolves around the book "On the Banks of Plum Creek.'' Family Festivals are held each Saturday. July 19–20.
Highland Fest in St. Paul, MN This street fair in St. Paul's Highland Park neighborhood includes an arts fair, music, carnival rides and food. On Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m., there's beer tasting at The Beer Dabbler Showcase. July 19–21.
Sinclair Lewis Days in Sauk Centre, MN The hometown of the famous novelist celebrates with music and fireworks Friday, a craft fair, family fun festival and parade Saturday. July 19–21.
RiverSong Music Festival in Hutchinson, MN This family-friendly festival on the Crow River, west of the Twin Cities, features folk, blues, jazz and other grassroots music on three stages, including one for children. There's onsite camping and food. July 19–20.
Tall Ships Festival in Sault Ste. Marie, ON In 2013, the nonprofit Tall Ships Challenge comes again to the Great Lakes, commemorating War of 1812 military battles. July 19–21.
Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago, IL Headliners for this festival in Union Park include R. Kelly, Bjork and Belle & Sebastian. July 19–21.
Celtic Fair in Thunder Bay, ON This festival on the grounds of Fort William Historical Park features rock, folk and flamenco as well as Celtic music, plus jousting, juggling, magic and Highland Games. There's camping on-site. July 19–21.
Stockholm Art Fair in Stockholm, WI This hamlet on Lake Pepin, a favorite day trip destination for Twin Citians, becomes a shopping mecca during this big fair. July 20.
Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival in Duluth, MN Hear island music on Lake Superior, from Bayfront Festival Park. July 20.
Oregon Trail Days in Oregon, IL This town on the Rock River, south of Rockford, celebrates its heritage with a Native American encampment and cowboy and frontier acts, including a medicine show, gun-spinning and rope-cracking. There are covered-wagon rides and and a canoe rally and 8K run on Sunday. Rent a tepee or covered wagon to stay in. Proceeds go to restore Oregon's 48-foot statue of Chief Black Hawk, made in 1911. July 20–21.
Charlevoix Venetian Festival in Charlevoix, MI A week of music and games winds up with an 11 a.m. street parade and 10 p.m. lighted boat parade, followed by fireworks. July 20–27.
ArtBike + ArtCar Parade in Minneapolis, MN Decorated bikes, cars and one Couchmobile will circle Lake Harriet at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome to bring a decorated conveyance and join the parade; meet at 5 p.m. at the Rose Garden. July 20.
Ethnic Arts Festival in Evanston, IL Dawes Park on Lake Michigan turns into a global village for this celebration of music, dance, arts and food. July 20–21.
Woodstock Folk Festival in Woodstock, IL Music on the square in this town not far over the Wisconsin border from Lake Geneva. July 21.
Chinatown Summer Fair in Chicago, IL This neighborhood street festival includes a lion-dance procession, baby and cutest dog contests and food from the many restaurants. July 21.
Waterama in Glenwood, MN This festival on the shores of Lake Minnewaska is famous for its lighted pontoon parade, followed by fireworks. On Sunday, there's a parade on land, followed by a water-ski show. July 23–28.
Tall Ships Duluth in Duluth, MN In 2013, the nonprofit Tall Ships Challenge comes again to the Great Lakes, commemorating War of 1812 military battles. July 24–30.
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At Buffalo Days in Luverne, Minn., tiny dancers perform to the tune "On the Good Ship Lollipop.''
Fourth weekend in July
Charlevoix Venetian Festival in Charlevoix, MI A week of music and games winds up with an 11 a.m. street parade and 10 p.m. lighted boat parade, followed by fireworks. July 20–27.
Waterama in Glenwood, MN This festival on the shores of Lake Minnewaska is famous for its lighted pontoon parade, followed by fireworks. On Sunday, there's a parade on land, followed by a water-ski show. July 23–28.
Tall Ships Duluth in Duluth, MN In 2013, the nonprofit Tall Ships Challenge comes again to the Great Lakes, commemorating War of 1812 military battles. July 24–30.
Nordic Fest in Decorah, IA Ole and Lena host this friendly, authentic, very fun and very large festival of Scandinavian culture. The parade, one of the region's best, is at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. July 25–27.
German Fest in Milwaukee, WI Look for dachshunds, dirndls and lots of oompah music at this big party at Henry Maier Festival Park on Lake Michigan. July 25–28.
Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward, WI You can't see this kind of thing just anywhere: cut-throat log rolling, boom running, springboard chopping and speed climbing. July 25–27.
North Star Stampede in Effie, MN The rodeo in this town of 90 is a good excuse to explore the Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway, which winds through Chippewa National Forest north of Grand Rapids. July 26–28.
Pierogi Fest in Whiting, IN This suburb of Chicago exalts the plump Eastern European dumplings, filled with cheese, mashed potatoes or sauerkraut, with pierogi eating and tossing contests, a Mr. Pierogi songfest and a Polka Parade. July 26–28.
Laura Ingalls Wilder pageant in Walnut Grove, MN The festival in this western Minnesota town revolves around the book "On the Banks of Plum Creek.'' Family Festivals are held each Saturday. July 26–27.
National Balloon Classic in Indianola, IA This giant hot-air balloon festival includes daily flights, rides for the public, music, night glows, fireworks and a parade. July 26–Aug. 3.
Taste of Wisconsin in Kenosha, WI This free harborfront festival features locally produced specialties as well as cooking demonstrations, gardening workshops and music on three stages. July 26–28.
Coast Guard Festival in Grand Haven, MI There's nightly entertainment on the waterfront, a downtown carnival, tours of Coast Guard cutters, a Grand Parade and fireworks. July 26–Aug. 4.
Prairie Dog Blues Festival in Prairie du Chien, WI This Mississippi River festival on historic St. Feriole Island features 12 bands on two stages, with onsite camping. July 26–27.
Riverfest in Ottawa, IL At the confluence of the Fox River with the Illinois, there's a carnival, paddleboat races, Art in the Park, Taste of Ottawa, live bands and a parade at 1 p.m. Aug. 4. July 26–Aug. 4.
Riverboat Days in Wabasha, MN There's a lighted boat parade Friday, and on Saturday an arts fair, firemen's water fight, waterfront carriage rides and a 6 p.m. Grande Parade. July 26–27.
Kickapoo Country Fair in La Farge, WI The festival in this hotbed of sustainable living features music, food, children's activities and workshops. July 27.
Circus Celebration Day in Baraboo, WI In the downtown square, there will be circus-themed performances, walking tours, music, children's activities and a Big Top parade. July 27.
Lakefest in Clear Lake, IA The charming lakeside park in this northern Iowa town hosts three festivals, Lakeside DixieFest Saturday and Sunday and the Iowa Storytelling Festival and Art Sail arts fair on Saturday. July 27–28.
EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI This huge Experimental Aircraft Association festival includes air shows, fireworks, big-name concerts, children's activities, workshops, exhibits and rides in historic aircraft. Reserve lodgings early; it fills rooms within a 60-mile radius. July 29–Aug. 4.
Mississippi Valley Fair in Davenport, IA There are chainsaw artists, a zip line and alligator and bear shows as well as a carnival and grandstand acts that include national country musicians. July 30–Aug. 4.
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A boom runner competes in Hayward's Lumberjack World Championships.
First weekend in August
National Balloon Classic in Indianola, IA This giant hot-air balloon festival includes daily flights, rides for the public, music, night glows, fireworks and a parade. July 26–Aug. 3.
Coast Guard Festival in Grand Haven, MI There's nightly entertainment on the waterfront, a downtown carnival, tours of Coast Guard cutters, a Grand Parade and fireworks. July 26–Aug. 4.
Riverfest in Ottawa, IL At the confluence of the Fox River with the Illinois, there's a carnival, paddleboat races, Art in the Park, Taste of Ottawa, live bands and a parade at 1 p.m. Aug. 4. July 26–Aug. 4.
EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI This huge Experimental Aircraft Association festival includes air shows, fireworks, big-name concerts, children's activities, workshops, exhibits and rides in historic aircraft. Reserve lodgings early; it fills rooms within a 60-mile radius. July 29–Aug. 4.
Mississippi Valley Fair in Davenport, IA There are chainsaw artists, a zip line and alligator and bear shows as well as a carnival and grandstand acts that include national country musicians. July 30–Aug. 4.
Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis, WI The fair in this Milwaukee suburb features lots of contests, including hog-calling, cookie-stacking and cream puff-eating. Aug. 1–11.
Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival in Davenport, IA Since 1972, fans of this Jazz Age cornetist and composer have held this festival in his hometown on the Mississippi. Aug. 1–4.
WE Fest in Detroit Lakes, MN This big fest in west-central Minnesota snags the biggest names in country music -- this year, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood and Eric Church. There's camping onsite. Aug. 1–3.
Country on the River in Prairie du Chien, WI Sara Evans and Trace Adkins headline the national acts performing on two stages on St. Feriole Island. Aug. 1–3.
Vintage Band Festival in Northfield, MN Bands from around the United States and some from Europe present more than 100 performances in and around Northfield. Aug. 1–4.
Brat Days in Sheboygan, WI This town on Lake Michigan is sausage central. There's music, a carnival, beer and, of course, a brat-eating contest. The parade is Saturday. Aug. 1–3.
Fishermen's Picnic in Grand Marais, MN There's a lot going on at the North Shore's biggest festival, including loon-calling, log-rolling, doughnut-racing and rock-skipping contests; Saturday fireworks; and the grand parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. Aug. 1–4.
Pie Day in Braham, MN Minnesota's official Pie Capital near Cambridge holds pie-eating contests, a pie trivia contest and performances of the Pie-Alleuia Chorus. Aug. 2.
River City Days in Red Wing, MN In this Mississippi River town, there's music, food and games in Bay Point Park and an arts show in Levee Park. There's a Venetian boat parade at dusk Saturday and the grand parade Sunday. Aug. 2–4.
Buffalo Bill Days in Lanesboro, MN Ride the Root River State Trail then enjoy music, games and food in this bluff-country burg. A parade is Sunday. Aug. 2–4.
Uptown Art Fair in Minneapolis, MN This large juried art fair in the Uptown neighborhood draws crowds. Take the Art Hop bus to avoid congestion and to get to the two other art fairs in south Minneapolis. Aug. 2–4.
Lollapalooza in Chicago, IL This big music festival features dozens of bands and, unlike other Grant Park festivals, is not free: Three-day passes are $175-$215. Headliners are Mumford and Sons, Phoenix, Vampire Weekend and The Killers. Aug. 2–4.
Bayfront Jam Music Festival in Duluth, MN It's the second year for this festival on the lakefront. Aug. 2–4.
Blues on the Chippewa in Durand, WI Just up the Chippewa River from Lake Pepin, this free blues festival in Memorial Park features 16 bands. Aug. 2–4.
Loring and Powderhorn arts festivals in Minneapolis, MN These smaller festivals in Powderhorn Park, in south Minneapolis, and Loring Park, on the edge of downtown, are not far from the Uptown Art Fair. All are easily reached by bus shuttle or by bicycle on the Midtown Greenway. Aug. 3–4. Loring Park Art Festival
Air and Water Show in Milwaukee, WI This show, between Bradford and McKinley beaches on the lakefront, features the Air Force Thunderbirds, Army Black Daggers and many aerobatics. Aug. 3–4.
Bluesmore Music Festival in Cedar Rapids, IA The historic Brucemore estate hosts this blues fest on its expansive lawn. Aug. 3.
Red House Barnfest in Red Wing, MN This festival of folk, bluegrass, Americana and blues music is at Hobgoblin Music on Minnesota 19 west of Red Wing. There's also a Kidfest and family stage. Aug. 3.
Folklorama in Winnipeg, MB This Manitoba prairie town celebrates its heritage with pavilions representing 44 nationalities, offering music, dance and food at many venues. Aug. 4–17.
Taste of Dorset in Dorset, MN Ride the Heartland State Trail to this tiny "burp in the road'' near Park Rapids, then eat your way down the street. And don't forget to vote (or run) for mayor. Food is served 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 4.
Tall Ships Chicago in Chicago, IL In 2013, the nonprofit Tall Ships Challenge comes again to the Great Lakes, commemorating War of 1812 military battles. The festival starts Wednesday with an International Parade of Sail and continues with ship tours, crew challenges, music and fireworks. Aug. 7–11. Navy Pier calendar
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The Portage Lake Lift Bridge connects Houghton and Hancock on the Keweenaw Peninsula.
Second weekend in August
Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis, WI The fair in this Milwaukee suburb features lots of contests, including hog-calling, cookie-stacking and cream puff-eating. Aug. 1–11.
Folklorama in Winnipeg, MB This Manitoba prairie town celebrates its heritage with pavilions representing 44 nationalities, offering music, dance and food at many venues. Aug. 4–17.
Tall Ships Chicago in Chicago, IL In 2013, the nonprofit Tall Ships Challenge comes again to the Great Lakes, commemorating War of 1812 military battles. The festival starts Wednesday with an International Parade of Sail and continues with ship tours, crew challenges, music and fireworks. Aug. 7–11. Navy Pier calendar
Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA See a diaper derby, outhouse races and mullet contest, and don't miss the butter sculptures. Aug. 8–18.
Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Festival in Richmond, MN This 34th annual family-friendly festival includes music on five stages and workshops at El Rancho Mañana Campground, 20 miles west of St. Cloud. Aug. 8–11.
Tug Fest in LeClaire and Port Byron, IAIL The two towns stretch a 680-pound, 2,400-foot rope across the Mississippi River for the ultimate tug of war. (Over 26 years, the score is Illinois 16, Iowa 10.) There's also a parade, fireworks, children's games, concerts and carnival rides. Aug. 8–10. Event website/Port Byron
National Blueberry Festival in South Haven, MI Eat until you're blue in the face during the festival in this Lake Michigan beach town. There's a pie-eating contest, riverfront concerts , an arts fair and a big parade on Saturday. Aug. 8–11.
Festival of the Horse in Mackinac Island, MI There's a carriage parade, saddle-horse parade, horseback riding and driving demos, historic stable tours and pony rides. Aug. 8–11.
Sweet Corn Festival in Mendota, IL The festival in this town between Rochelle and La Salle features nearly 50 tons of free buttered corn, live music, a flea market, a carnival and a parade. Aug. 8–11.
Grand Portage Powwow & Rendezvous in Grand Portage, MN Re-enactors from across the continent gather at Grand Portage National Monument for the annual fur-trade rendezvous; next door, the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa holds a powwow. Reserve lodgings far in advance. Aug. 9–11.
Bayfront Blues Festival in Duluth, MN The 25th annual music fest on the Lake Superior harbor showcases national and regional acts on three stages. Aug. 9–11.
Irish Fair in St. Paul, MN This big heritage fest on the banks of the Mississippi includes Irish Got Talent and best legs in a kilt contests, hurling demonstrations, dancing and lots of music. Aug. 9–11.
Cache Ba$h in West Bend, WI This town north of Milwaukee calls itself the Geocache Capital of the Midwest. For the festival, it hides 50 new caches and gives away $1,000 in cash prizes. Aug. 9–10.
Twin Cities Polish Festival in Minneapolis, MN This celebration of Polish culture is on the St. Anthony Main riverfront across from downtown, with music, art, food and free polka lessons. Aug. 9–11.
Legends & Logging Days in Park Rapids, MN There will be a lumberjack and -jill competition, loon-calling contest, artisan market, food and music at the Antique Tractor Club grounds. Aug. 9–10.
Ship & Shore Festival in New Buffalo, MI In this Lake Michigan beach town, there's a lighted boat parade, fireworks, microbrew-sampling, an art fair and ice-cream and watermelon-eating contests. Aug. 9–11.
Bud Billiken Parade & Picnic in Chicago, IL It's the 84th year for this big parade on the South Side, which draws 75,000 participants and 1.5 million spectators. Aug. 10.
Venetian Festival in Lake Geneva, WI In this southeast Wisconsin vacation area, the festival includes a carnival, arts and crafts fair, firefighter water fight and, on Sunday, a water-ski show followed by a lighted boat parade and fireworks. Aug. 14–18.
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A tugboat passes through the Soo Locks during the annual tugboat parade.
Third weekend in August
Folklorama in Winnipeg, MB This Manitoba prairie town celebrates its heritage with pavilions representing 44 nationalities, offering music, dance and food at many venues. Aug. 4–17.
Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA See a diaper derby, outhouse races and mullet contest, and don't miss the butter sculptures. Aug. 8–18.
Venetian Festival in Lake Geneva, WI In this southeast Wisconsin vacation area, the festival includes a carnival, arts and crafts fair, firefighter water fight and, on Sunday, a water-ski show followed by a lighted boat parade and fireworks. Aug. 14–18.
Irish Fest in Milwaukee, WI The nation's largest Irish festival features more than 300 entertainers on 17 stages, plus children's activities and demonstrations by Irish dog breeds. In Henry Maier Festival Park. Aug. 15–18.
Oronoco Gold Rush in Oronoco, MN The antiques show and flea market in this friendly little village just north of Rochester off U.S. 52 includes more than 400 vendors and 1,200 booths. There's also pancakes for breakfast, homemade pie and music. Aug. 16–18.
Big Bull Falls Blues Fest in Wausau, WI Enjoy national and local blues musicians in Fern Island Park. There's a beer garden, of course. Aug. 16–17.
Tall Ship Festival in Green Bay, WI Tall ships come to Leicht Memorial Park for the 2013 Tall Ships Challenge, commemorating War of 1812 battles on the Great Lakes. Aug. 16–18.
Air & Water Show in Chicago, IL The 54th annual free show features aerobatics, extreme flying, wave riding, water-skiing and wakeboarding off North Avenue Beach. Aug. 17–18.
HarborPark Jazz & Blues Festival in Kenosha, WI This free festival is in the lakefront Celebration Place. Aug. 17.
Lakes Bluegrass Festival in Pine River, MN This family-friendly festival at the Cass County Fairgrounds, just off the Paul Bunyan State Trail, features more than 35 bluegrass shows and free workshops. Aug. 21–25.
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Milk-carton boat races on Lake Calhoun are part of Aquatennial in Minneapolis.
Fourth weekend in August
Lakes Bluegrass Festival in Pine River, MN This family-friendly festival at the Cass County Fairgrounds, just off the Paul Bunyan State Trail, features more than 35 bluegrass shows and free workshops. Aug. 21–25.
Minnesota State Fair in St. Paul, MN See the Luminarium, try beer flights at the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild, eat food on a stick and listen to free concerts. Aug. 22–Sept. 2.
Potato Days in Barnesville, MN This goofy central-Minnesota festival features mashed-potato wrestling, a golden potato hunt, potato car races, peeling and eating contests and a Saturday parade. Aug. 23–24.
Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival in Superior, WI The festival on Barker's Island begins Friday with a parade of teams, fireworks and a concert and continues Saturday with races in the harbor and family entertainment. Aug. 23–24.
Vinton Boomtown in Vinton, IA Fireworks provided by the Iowa Pyrotechnic Association are the centerpiece for this fest, which includes arts & crafts, food and kids' activities. Aug. 23–24.
Artstreet in Green Bay, WI Artists, performers and craft and food stands fill streets downtown near the Fox River. Aug. 23–25.
Porcupine Mountains Music Festival in Silver City, MI Few settings are more beautiful than Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park on Lake Superior; 25 national and regional blues, folk and bluegrass acts perform. Aug. 23–25.
Mexican Fiesta in Milwaukee, WI Enjoy the best of Mexican culture at the Henry Maier festival park on Lake Michigan. Aug. 23–25.
Maritime Heritage Festival in Port Washington, WI Tour a schooner and go for a day sail at this Lake Michigan festival. There's also music and fireworks on Saturday. Aug. 23–25.
Crossroads Blues Festival in Byron, IL A day of blues downtown, with food from local restaurants. Advance tickets are just $5. Aug. 24.
National Old Time Country Bluegrass Festival in LeMars, IA More than 600 musicians perform on 10 stages in this town in northwest Iowa. Aug. 26–Sept. 1.
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Interpreters at Grand Portage National Monument re-enact the fur-trade era.
Labor Day weekend
Minnesota State Fair in St. Paul, MN See the Luminarium, try beer flights at the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild, eat food on a stick and listen to free concerts. Aug. 22–Sept. 2.
National Old Time Country Bluegrass Festival in LeMars, IA More than 600 musicians perform on 10 stages in this town in northwest Iowa. Aug. 26–Sept. 1.
Chicago Jazz Festival in Chicago, IL This free festival features one day of music at the Chicago Cultural Center, one evening at the Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park and two days in Grant Park. Aug. 29–Sept. 1.
Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary in Milwaukee, WI Festivities include a music festival at the lakefront Summerfest grounds. Headliners include Kid Rock, Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, Katey Sagal & The Forest Rangers, the Doobie Brothers and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts. Aug. 29–Sept. 1.
Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw in Prairie du Sac, WI There's chip-chucking contests in this Wisconsin River town, but also music, kids' games and an arts and crafts fair. The Tournament of Chips parade is at noon Saturday. Aug. 30–31.
Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion in Rollag, MN Revel in the past during this show of antique machinery, which includes rides on trains and a carousel, square dancing, roving musicians and nightly jamborees. Aug. 30–Sept. 2.
Wilhelm Tell Festival in New Glarus, WI This Swiss town near Madison has been putting on an outdoor William Tell pageant since 1938. Festivities include a children's lantern parade, yodeling, an arts show and ethnic fashions. Aug. 31–Sept. 1.
Taste of Madison in Madison, WI This free benefit festival on Capitol Square includes 300 menu items from more than 80 restaurants, all priced at $1-$4. There's also music on three stages. On Sunday, there's a lighted boat parade on Lake Mendota, followed by fireworks. Aug. 31–Sept. 1.
Frankfort Fall Festival in Frankfort, IL The festival in this southern suburb of Chicago features more than 300 artisans, entertainment, a carnival and a parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. Aug. 31–Sept. 2.
Marquette Area Blues Fest in Marquette, MI Two days of music in Mattson Lower Harbor Park on Lake Superior. Aug. 31–Sept. 1.
Fox Valley Folk Music & Storytelling Festival in Geneva, IL Musicians and storytellers perform on eight stages at this festival in Island Park on the Fox River. Sept. 1–2.
Mackinac Bridge Walk in Mackinaw City, MI Once a year, on Labor Day, people can walk across the five-mile span, the third-longest suspension bridge in the world. Sept. 2.
For the best events in autumn, see Great fall festivals.
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