One of the best beaches on Geneva Lake is right inside Bigfoot Beach State Park — and summer is the perfect time to enjoy it! Swimming, picnicking, hiking trails, and that gorgeous Geneva Lake scenery. A Wisconsin State Park sticker gets you in, and the memories are priceless.
Abbey Springs is one of the most scenic golf courses in Wisconsin — a beautiful semi-private course right in Fontana with stunning views and challenging play. Summer home families who are members love it, and visitors can often get a round in with advance notice.
Wisconsin fish fry meets living history museum — only at Old World Wisconsin! Every Friday evening, the Biergarten comes alive with cold beers, crispy fish, and the most unique backdrop you'll find anywhere: a 19th-century Wisconsin farm village. It's a Friday night tradition worth the short drive from Lake Geneva.
Saturday morning at the Lake Geneva Farmers Market is a summer ritual for locals and visitors alike. Fresh produce, artisan breads, local honey, handmade crafts, and the best people-watching in town — all with a gorgeous view of Geneva Lake. Get there early for the best selection!
The best summer ever starts where land ends! Geneva Lake Sailing School's summer camps kick off June 8th, and spots are going fast. From KinderPram for the littlest sailors (ages 4–6) all the way up to competitive race teams for teens, GLSS has a program for every age and skill level. This is the kind...
Give Dad the gift of history — and free admission! Old World Wisconsin is offering free admission for all dads this Father's Day. Explore 10 authentic ethnic settlements, watch blacksmithing and cooking demonstrations, and step back in time together. It's an unforgettable family day that won't break the bank.
Bigfoot Beach State Park is Lake Geneva's hidden gem — a beautiful Wisconsin State Park right on the shores of Geneva Lake with a sandy beach, swimming area, picnic facilities, and nature trails. July is peak season! A Wisconsin State Park vehicle sticker is required. Perfect for a summer day with the family. #KimandJoel
The famous Lake Geneva Mailboat Tour is a must-do for every visitor! Watch the incredible mailboat jumpers leap on and off the boat to deliver mail to the private estates along the shore — a tradition since 1873. Daily departures at 10:00 AM throughout July. Book early — this is one of Lake Geneva's most...
Old World Wisconsin is one of the Midwest's premier living history museums — and July is one of the best months to visit! Explore 60+ historic structures spread across 600 acres of beautiful Wisconsin countryside, with costumed interpreters bringing 19th-century immigrant life to life. Kids get in FREE every Wednesday! Special July events TBA. #KimandJoel
Every Thursday in July, join the Shore Path Stories & Estate Tour — a guided walk along Geneva Lake's famous Shore Path from The Abbey Resort to the historic Black Point Estate. Learn the fascinating stories of the Gilded Age mansions along the way, then tour the beautifully preserved Black Point Estate. July dates: July...
Fontana's beloved Music in the Park series kicks off July with Mr. Blotto at the Reid Park Gazebo! Mr. Blotto is a Chicago-area jam band institution known for their high-energy sets and eclectic mix of covers and originals. Bring your lawn chairs, grab a drink from a nearby restaurant, and enjoy a free summer concert...
Every Thursday evening in July, Flat Iron Park comes alive with free live music at the Brunk Family Pavilion! Concerts in the Park is one of Lake Geneva's most beloved summer traditions — bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and dancing shoes for an evening of music along the breathtaking shore of Geneva Lake. All...
Saturdays on the Square in Elkhorn is a wonderful farmers market on the historic Elkhorn City Square — one of the most beautiful small-town squares in Wisconsin! Fresh produce, local vendors, live music, and community spirit every Saturday morning in July. #KimandJoel
Bigfoot Beach State Park is the go-to spot for swimming, picnicking, and lakefront fun all August. A Wisconsin State Park vehicle sticker is required. The beach is one of the best on Geneva Lake — clean, beautiful, and family-friendly.
Every Thursday in August, walk the Geneva Lake Shore Path to Black Point Estate for a guided tour of this stunning 1888 Victorian summer home. The nature-themed stroll takes you along one of the most beautiful lakefront paths in the Midwest. Thursdays Aug 6, 13, 20, and 27.
Explore two lakefront icons — The Abbey Resort and Black Point Estate — on this guided Shore Path Stories & Estate Tour. Walk the historic Geneva Lake Shore Path and discover the stories behind the grand estates along the way. Thursdays Aug 6, 13, 20, 27.
Fontana's free summer concert series continues with Jazz Flux at the Reid Park Gazebo. Bring a lawn chair, grab something from a nearby restaurant, and enjoy a Thursday evening of live jazz on the lakefront. Free and open to all.
Fontana's Music in the Park wraps up the summer series with Benjamin Spoden at the Reid Park Gazebo. Free, outdoor, and always a great time — this is what summer evenings in Fontana are all about.
Thursday night at Venetian Fest brings The Toys — one of Wisconsin's premier tribute bands delivering iconic classic rock and pop hits with spot-on musicianship and an electric stage presence. Grab a lakefront spot early.
Nashville-based country singer-songwriter Kelly Daniels takes the Venetian stage Friday night. With nearly two decades of performing experience and a familiar down-home country sound, he's the perfect Friday night lakefront act.