Celebrate Mom and More: What’s Happening at the Lake | May 7–12, 2026
Hello, Lake Geneva friends and visitors! This week is bursting with excitement as we roll into Mother’s Day weekend, one of the most heartwarming times of the year here at the lake. Whether you’re treating Mom to a lakeside brunch, catching live music, or exploring unique local experiences, we’ve got your week covered with something special for everyone. Dive into our featured events and discover all the fun happening around Lake Geneva, Fontana, Williams Bay, Delavan, Elkhorn, and beyond!
⭐ FEATURED EVENTS: Mother’s Day & More!
Thursday, May 7 – All Day
Mother’s Day Weekend Activities at The Abbey Resort The Abbey Resort, Fontana-on-Geneva Lake Kick off the weekend with a full slate of activities, delicious dining, and live music all weekend long. Don’t miss the Friday Fish Fry and lakeside fun! Details →
Friday–Sunday, May 8–10
Moms & Daughters Retreat Covenant Harbor Bible Camp & Retreat Center, Lake Geneva An inspiring weekend filled with faith, fun, and connection. Perfect for moms and daughters looking to bond in a beautiful lakeside setting. Adults $159–$269 | Kids $139–$249. Registration required. Details →
Friday, May 8 & Saturday, May 9 – 7:00 PM
Alabama Tribute: Roll On — Belfry Music Theatre Belfry Music Theatre, Williams Bay Experience the iconic hits of Alabama in this heartfelt tribute show. Two nights of country rock nostalgia! Tickets $72–$88. Details →
Friday–Sunday, May 8–10 (Fri/Sat 7:30 PM | Sun 2:00 PM)
Into the Woods — Lakeland Players Sprague Theater / Lakeland Players Ltd, Elkhorn Stephen Sondheim’s magical fairy-tale musical classic. Tickets $20. Details →
Saturday, May 9 – 7:00 PM
Ocean’s Rat Pack — The Cove of Lake Geneva The Cove of Lake Geneva, 111 Center Street, Lake Geneva Get swept away by the smooth sounds of Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, and Sammy Davis Jr. Tickets →
Saturday, May 9 – 7:00 PM (Lobby opens 6:00 PM)
Preacher Lawson — Young Auditorium, UW-Whitewater Young Auditorium, Whitewater America’s Got Talent finalist performs live. Clean, high-energy stand-up comedy. Tickets from $25. Details →
Sunday, May 10 – 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM & 2:00 PM
Mother’s Day Cruise — Lake Lawn Queen, Delavan Lake Lake Lawn Resort, Delavan Scenic cruise on Delavan Lake. Pair with the Champagne Brunch at 1878 on the Lake. Details →
Sunday, May 10 – All Day
Old World Wisconsin — Moms Get In FREE Old World Wisconsin, Eagle Wisconsin’s largest outdoor history museum. Moms free! Adult $24, Teen $24, Senior $20. Details →
Sunday, May 10 – 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet — The Abbey Resort (240 West) The Abbey Resort, Fontana-on-Geneva Lake Lakeside views and a full buffet of brunch classics with live music. Details →
Sunday, May 10 – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Mother’s Day Brunch — PIER 290 PIER 290, Williams Bay Spectacular lakefront dining with chef-inspired dishes and Geneva Lake views. Details →
Sunday, May 10 – 1:00 PM
Dancing Horses Mother’s Day Show — Moms Get In FREE The Dancing Horses Theatre, Delavan Magical live horse show. Moms get in FREE (limit 1 per group). Free pony rides included. Details →
Thursday, May 7
| Time | Event | Venue | City | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Day | Mother’s Day Weekend Activities | The Abbey Resort | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Resort guests |
| 7:00 PM | The Little Mermaid Jr. | Catholic Central High School | Burlington | Ticketed |
Friday, May 8
| Time | Event | Venue | City | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 AM | Lively Lake Geneva Scavenger Hunt | Downtown Lake Geneva | Lake Geneva | Ticketed |
| 4:00 PM–5:30 PM | Spring has Sprung Welcome Reception | The Abbey Resort | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Resort guests |
| 5:00 PM–9:00 PM | Friday Fish Fry | The Abbey Resort – 240 West | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Varies |
| 7:00 PM | ⭐ Alabama Tribute: Roll On | Belfry Music Theatre | Williams Bay | $72–$88 |
| 7:30 PM | ⭐ Into the Woods | Sprague Theater / Lakeland Players | Elkhorn | $20 |
| 7:30 PM–10:30 PM | Friday Night Bar West Live Music | The Abbey Resort – Bar West | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Free (resort) |
| All Day | ⭐ Moms & Daughters Retreat (starts) | Covenant Harbor | Lake Geneva | $159–$269 |
| Varies | Open Paint at Creative Forces Art Studio | Creative Forces Art Studio | Lake Geneva | Varies |
| Varies | Yerkes Observatory – Space & Spaces Tour | Yerkes Observatory | Williams Bay | Adults $46 |
| Evening | Exploring the Night Sky – Great Refractor | Yerkes Observatory | Williams Bay | Ticketed |
Saturday, May 9
| Time | Event | Venue | City | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:00 PM–5:30 PM | Spring has Sprung Welcome Reception | The Abbey Resort | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Resort guests |
| 4:15 PM & 5:00 PM | Mother’s Day Trivia | The Abbey Resort | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Resort guests |
| 7:00 PM | ⭐ Alabama Tribute: Roll On (Night 2) | Belfry Music Theatre | Williams Bay | $72–$88 |
| 7:00 PM | ⭐ Ocean’s Rat Pack | The Cove of Lake Geneva | Lake Geneva | Ticketed |
| 7:00 PM | ⭐ Preacher Lawson (Comedy) | Young Auditorium, UW-Whitewater | Whitewater | From $25 |
| 7:30 PM | ⭐ Into the Woods | Sprague Theater / Lakeland Players | Elkhorn | $20 |
| 7:30 PM–10:30 PM | 240 West Live Music | The Abbey Resort – 240 West | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Free (resort) |
| Evening | Saturday Night Waterfront Live Music | The Abbey Resort – Waterfront | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Free (resort) |
| 8:00 PM | Glen Gerard Magic & Comedy Show | The Abbey Resort | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Tickets at desk |
Sunday, May 10 — MOTHER’S DAY
| Time | Event | Venue | City | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 AM–3:00 PM | Mother’s Day Brunch | Grand Geneva Resort – Grand Cafe | Lake Geneva | Varies |
| 9:00 AM–3:00 PM | ⭐ Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet | The Abbey Resort – 240 West | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Varies |
| 9:30 AM & 12:30 PM | Mother’s Day Brunch – Destination GN | Geneva National Resort – Crafted Italia | Lake Geneva | Ticketed |
| 10:00 AM | Blooms & Books: A Mother’s Day Special | Lakeside Books | Lake Geneva | Free |
| 10:00 AM–3:00 PM | ⭐ Mother’s Day Brunch | PIER 290 | Williams Bay | Varies |
| 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM | ⭐ Mother’s Day Cruise – Lake Lawn Queen | Lake Lawn Resort | Delavan | Ticketed |
| 1:00 PM | ⭐ Dancing Horses Show – Moms FREE | The Dancing Horses Theatre | Delavan | Moms FREE |
| 2:00 PM | Into the Woods – Sunday Matinee | Sprague Theater / Lakeland Players | Elkhorn | $20 |
| 9:00 AM–1:00 PM | Sunday Brunch – 240 West Live Music | The Abbey Resort | Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | Varies |
| All Day | ⭐ Old World Wisconsin – Moms FREE | Old World Wisconsin | Eagle | Moms FREE |
| TBD | Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise | Grand Belle of Geneva | Lake Geneva | Ticketed |
Monday, May 11
| Time | Event | Venue | City | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | Mahjong at Inspired Coffee | Inspired Coffee | Lake Geneva | Free |
Tuesday, May 12
| Time | Event | Venue | City | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | Mahjong at Inspired Coffee | Inspired Coffee | Lake Geneva | Free |
| 9:30 AM | Family Storytime | Matheson Memorial Library | Elkhorn | Free |
That’s a wrap! For the full calendar and updates, visit LakeGenevaWeekend.Com
