What's Up Walworth County

Always Patsy Cline Presented by the Lakeland Players

A musical tribute to a country-western legend comes to life as the Lakeland Players present Always Patsy Cline, opening Friday, September 24th. Licensed by the family and the estate of Patsy Cline, the show celebrates the life and legacy of one of the most influential vocalists of the 20th century. Get your tickets for opening weekend by calling 262-723-4848 or online at www.lakeland-players.org.

Harvest at Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge

Join Kettle Moraine Land Trust and Geneva Lake Conservancy for a seed-collection outing to Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge in celebration of 2021 Land Trust Days! Volunteers from throughout the Hackmatack region will be on hand to harvest native prairie seeds under the guidance of professional staff from Kettle Moraine Land Trust and Geneva Lake Conservancy. Volunteers are encouraged to wear long pants, long sleeves, closed-toe shoes or boots, and a sun hat. Please bring your own seed collection bag (a reusable grocery bag is fine) and your own water. Seeds collected there during the Land Trust Days event will be turned over to the US Fish & Wildlife Service for native species enrichment within the Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge.

2021 Discover Lake Geneva Bridal Showcase

Calling all 2022, 2023, and beyond brides! Step aboard the Lake Geneva Cruise Line fleet decorated by top wedding professionals and discover local vendors, planners, and premier partners to help make your wedding day the day of your dreams. The 2021 Discover Lake Geneva Bridal Showcase takes place, Sunday, September 26th on the Riviera Docks.

***What's Up Walworth County is brought to you by the Walworth County Fairgrounds and is produced by WLKG Lake 96.1. Original Air Date 9/23/2021***

Its the Autumnal Equinox and you're invited to celebrate with GLAS Education! Gaze at the gas giants Jupiter and Saturn — as well as other celestial objects — through 8-inch Dobsonian telescopes, and then learn about the Autumnal Equinox itself as one of an assortment of astronomy and night sky activities during this wonder-filled night among the stars. The Autumnal Equinox Star Party takes place this Friday evening on the 900 Block Main Street in Lake Geneva! Get your tickets for this once-in-a-lifetime evening of stargazing here.

Returning for its 21st year, Delavan Scarecrow Fest kicks off at 10 am on Saturday, September 18th in historic Downtown Delavan! Head to the brick streets of the downtown for a free festival full of surprises around every corner. Kiddos can meet fuzzy friends at the Gee Funny Farm Petting Zoo, take home a pumpkin courtesy of the Delavan-Delavan Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, and win prizes at the Duck Pond. Enjoy live entertainment throughout the day, shop the craft and vendor fair, check out the Scarecrow Fest Car Show, and chow down on delicious bites from local food trucks. Scarecrow Fest concludes with an epic laser light show and concert with Pink Fraud at the Phoenix Park Bandshell at 7pm. Learn more about the festival here.

Whether you've been visiting Pearce's Farm Stand for as long as you can remember or have just recently visited for the first time, you're invited to Customer Appreciation Weekend! Festivities run all weekend long and include live music on the farm, concessions and food trucks, family activities, and of course the grand opening of this year's corn maze! The fun doesn't stop there! Jumping bales, lookout tower, climbing tubes, human hamster wheel, and more will be ready for the kiddos to adventure on. See you on the farm!

It's also Oktoberfest Weekend at The Runaway Micropub and Nanobrewery in Burlington! Head over to The Loop for all types of fall fun featuring german fare, an alpine climbing wall, and biergarten! If you miss out on the fun this weekend, Oktoberfest will return on the 28th and 2nd of October. 

***What's Up Walworth County is brought to you by the Walworth County Fairgrounds and is produced by WLKG Lake 96.1. Original Air Date 9/16/2021***

You had us at tacos. Head over to Lake Geneva House of Music this weekend for the first ever Lake Geneva Taco Fest, September 10th-12th! This three day festival will bring together 20+ food trucks, restaurants, and individuals to compete in the first ever Taco Cook Off! Throughout the weekend, live entertainment and performances from So what are you waiting for!? Purchase tickets in advance at www.lghom.com or at the gates! It’s sure to be something to taco bout.

The sounds of bluegrass music and the fans who love it will once again take root in East Troy during East Troy Bluegrass Festival at Alpine Valley, September 11th and 12th. A full line-up of bluegrass bands and contests, plus lots of great food and East Troy Marketplace vendors, will take place from 10am to 5:30pm each day. Get your weekend wristbands at the gate!

Master Magician Brett Daniels takes to the stage for a limited-time residency at Tristan Crist Magic Theatre starting this weekend! The show is hip, bold and family-friendly. A fun theatrical experience suitable for all ages. The performance features several of Brett Daniels’ signature magic routines, free-flying parrots, award-winning sleight-of-hand, mentalism and audience involvement. NBC-TV declared, “Brett Daniels creates magic that not only fools you and me, but other magicians as well!” Purchase tickets today at www.lakegenevamagic.com before they dissapear.

***What's Up Walworth County is brought to you by the Walworth County Fairgrounds and is produced by WLKG Lake 96.1. Original Air Date 9/9/2021***

Calling all classic car guys! Madison Classics Summer Elkhorn Swap and Show returns to the Walworth County Fairgrounds Saturday and Sunday July 31st and August 1st.  Featuring over 1,000 vendors and countless show vehicles, even the most seasoned car guy will be impressed. If you've been on the hunt for a rare part, this might just be the place to find it! For more info, visit www.MadisonClassics.com.

If cars aren't quite your thing, lace up your dancing shoes and head to the Phoenix Park Bandshell on Friday, July 30th for Swing Dancing Lessons and the Jack Farina Band! Starting at 6pm, expert Swing Dancers from Danseuse Dance Academy will teach you how to chicken walk, sock hop, and charleston before the 16-piece Jack Farina Band takes the stage by storm. See you (and your sweetie) at the Bandshell. 

Speaking of Dancing, the legendary tale of Cinderella comes to life on stage at The Fireside Dinner Theater in Fort Atkinson. Enjoy a Sunday matinee performance of Rogers & Hammerstein's Cinderella with the whole family and relive the enchantment of the world's most enduring love story. 

After you've done ALL the things (and then some), you've more than likely worked up an appetite. Good thing we know exactly how (and where) to change that! Get your Friday Fish Fry fix at Lutherdale this week for the Wisconsin Lakeside Fish Fry. Corn and Brat Days are back on the Elkhorn Square, so get your fill and support your communtiy! The Big Foot Lions Club is hosting the 37th Annual Lobster Boil in Fontana's Reid Park on Saturday, and they'll be serving up 14 oz Canadian Cold Water Lobster and 14 oz Ribeyes courtesy of Lake Geneva Country Meats.

Whew, now we're sweating just thinking about everything that going on this weekend! And that's "What's Up"!

***What's Up Walworth County is brought to you by the Walworth County Fairgrounds and is produced by WLKG Lake 96.1. Original Air Date 7/29/2021***

The weekend we've all been waiting for is finally here! Ribfest returns to the Fairgrounds Thursday, July 15th through Sunday, July 18th. Ribfest brings together the nation's best pro pitmasters to the heart of Walworth County. Throughout the weekend, catch live entertainment, carnival rides, artisan alley, and so much more. The best part about it all? Free admission for all! For more information, visit www.WisconsinRibfest.com. Don't forget the wet wipes, things are about to get messy. 

Nothing goes better with BBQ than beer! Speaking of beer, join Lake Geneva Cruise Line for this weekend's Beer Barons Cruise. Set sail for an afternoon of history surrounding the legendary beer barons that called Lake Geneva home for the summer and sample local brews made right here in Wisconsin. Participants will embark on a private tour of Black Point Estate, receive a souvenir stein, and more! Reservations are required and can be made at www.CruiseLakeGeneva.com. If you're thirsty for more, sign up for the Walworth County Beer and Wine Trail and explore 14 area breweries and wineries with unique histories of their own. Sign up for free and receive exclusive deals and discounts at Explore.VisitWalworthCounty.com. 

Beer not your thing? More of a coffee person? Grab a cup of joe and get your DIY on with Nailed It DIY Studio's DIY Coffee Flight Workshop, Sunday, June 18th. Sip and sample unique coffee beverages and create your own tasting board at Perkup in Elkhorn. Learn more at Elkhorn.NailedItDIY.com.

It wouldn't be an episode of What's Up Walworth County without mention of live music. This Sunday, head out to Flat Iron Park in Lake Geneva for Lake Geneva Live concerts in the park featuring Split Hook. Pack up your beach blankets, grab some takeout from your favorite Lake Geneva restaurants, and enjoy a night out under the stars. The show begins at 6pm. 

For more details on the events mentioned in this week's episode (and SO much more), check out our Event Calendar at www.VisitWalworthCounty.com.

And that's "What's Up!"

***What's Up Walworth County is brought to you by the Walworth County Fairgrounds and is produced by WLKG Lake 96.1. Original Air Date 7/15/2021***

First up, Elkhorn Ribfest makes its way to the Fairgrounds next weekend and it's something you absolutely won't want to miss! Ribfest brings together the nation's best pro pitmasters to the Walworth County Fairgrounds, July 15th-18th. Throughout the weekend, catch performances by Bella Caine, ride your hog in the Ribfest Run, and shop the Artisan Market.  For more information, visit www.WisconsinRibfest.com.

Next up, we've got mouthwatering Food Trucks headed into the area this weekend. Head out to Staller Estate Winery in Delavan, Friday July 9th for the Little Lamb Food Truck by the Black Sheep.  Pair your Friday Fish Fry with your fave Staller Estate Blend and enjoy your dinner in the vineyards.  While you're there, don't forget to check-in and redeem exclusive discounts through your Walworth County Beer and Wine Traill Passport.  As always, get started for free at Explore.VisitWalworthCounty.com. 

We can't forget to mention--we're in peak Farmer's Market season! Shop local with us here in Walworth County and hit up our weekend Farmers Markets in Delavan, East Troy, Lake Geneva, Whitewater, Elkhorn, and Twin Lakes. For more details visit our Farmers Market Blog here. 

Weekends are prime for catching live music in Walworth County. Catch Mr. Meyers Band at Flat Iron Park, Fire and Rain: A Tribute to James Taylor at The Belfry Music Theatre, Made In America: A Tribute to Toby Keith at Lake Geneva House of Music, Tom Stanfield at The Abbey Resort, and ABBAFAB at the Fireside Theatre.

If that seems like a lot, there's always more fun over on our Event Calendar at www.VisitWalworthCounty.com. 

And that's "What's Up!" 

***What's Up Walworth County is sponsored by the Walworth County Fairgrounds and is produced by WLKG Lake 96.1***