• September 28-30, 2023
• LA CROSSE, WI

One of the most popular autumn festivals in the state, Oktoberfest promises nine days of food, fun, and German tradition. With over 150,000 people in attendance, where else do you get to listen to German music, eat authentic German food, and take part of a tradition that started in 1961?

• September 30 - October 1, 2023
• Downtown Main Street Mount Horeb, WI 53572 in MOUNT HOREB, WI

Hundreds of artists line 'The Trollway,' Mount Horeb's historic main street, the first weekend in October for the annual Fall Heritage Festival. Enjoy a taste of Norwegian food and culture with live performances, buggy rides, a quilt show, farmer's market, and antique tractor show.

• October 6, 7 - 2023
• Downtown and Lakeside Bayfield, WI 54814 in BAYFIELD, WI

Just in time for fall, the October Bayfield Apple Festival offers an experience like no other. Deemed the "Best Festival in Wisconsin by Wisconsin Trails Magazine, it has the small town atmosphere needed to pull off a festival centered on apples. Gorge yourself on fresh apple pies, tarts, and caramel apples.

• Nov, 17-19 - 2023
• Downtown Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 in STURGEON BAY, WI

The holiday season kicks off in November with the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony and Santa parade through beautiful downtown Sturgeon Bay. Bring the kids to have their picture taken with Santa, enjoy a holiday hayride, or get in some early shopping during the special extended hours.

• November 18 - 20, 2023
• West Allis, WI in WEST ALLIS, WI

Travel the world without getting on an airplane at the annual Holiday Folk Fair International in November. Explore the heritage, music, dance, crafts, and foods of more than 60 national groups at America's premier multicultural festival.

• December 1 - 10, 2023
• 101 Osthoff Avenue Elkhart Lake, WI 53020 in ELKHART LAKE, WI

Experience the warmth and wonder of the centuries-old Christkindlesmarkt in Nüremberg, Germany, at the Old World Christmas Market in December. Browse the handcrafted ornaments and wooden toys of European and regional vendors while snacking on bratwursts, potato pancakes, and apple strudel.