Every spring, Delavan throws one of the most spirited celebrations in all of Walworth County. The Elena P. Godina Cinco de Mayo Fest fills downtown Delavan with live music, authentic food, carnival rides, and a parade that the whole family will be talking about on the drive home. Friday night kicks things off with music...
Mom rides free this Mother's Day weekend on the East Troy Electric Railroad. Treat her to a scenic vintage trolley ride through the Wisconsin countryside -- no ticket required for Mom. It is a sweet, memorable, and genuinely fun way to celebrate the day. #KimandJoel #EastTroy #MothersDay #ElectricRailroad #FamilyFun #ThingsToDoLakeGeneva
Pull on your boots and head out to Duesterbeck's Brewing Company in Elkhorn for a free afternoon of line dancing instruction. Terri DellaMaria leads the class from 1 to 4pm -- no experience needed, no registration required, and all ages are welcome. This is exactly the kind of spontaneous Saturday afternoon fun that makes Walworth...
Start Mother's Day morning with a delicious buffet brunch in East Troy. A local tradition that brings families together around the table before the day really gets going. Check easttroy.org for venue details and reservation information. #KimandJoel #EastTroy #WalworthCounty #MothersDay
Grand Geneva Resort knows how to do Mother's Day right. Brunch is served at both the Geneva ChopHouse and the Evergreen Ballroom on Sunday May 10, with a full spread and resort views that make every table feel like a special occasion. Reservations are strongly recommended -- this one fills up fast. #KimandJoel #GrandGeneva #LakeGenevawi...
This is the Mother's Day brunch that moms actually want. The Baker House -- a stunning turn-of-the-century Victorian mansion right on the shores of Lake Geneva -- pulls out all the stops with a lavish buffet, bottomless mimosas, prime rib carving station, and lake views that make every table feel like the best seat in...
One of the most unique evenings you can have in the Geneva Lake area. Yerkes Observatory in Williams Bay opens its doors for a themed open house -- this month the focus is art at Yerkes, exploring the intersection of astronomy, architecture, and creative expression inside the legendary observatory. Reservations are required. Tickets at yerkesobservatory.org....
Lace up your shoes and get ready to be covered in color for a great cause. The 5th Annual Walk for Wellness Color Run in Fontana-on-Geneva Lake is a 5K run or walk supporting mental health awareness. All ages and fitness levels welcome -- this is about community, color, and making a difference. #KimandJoel #Fontana...
This Memorial Day weekend, The Abbey Resort invites guests to honor a veteran in the most personal way -- by creating a luminary in their name. Luminary-making stations are open May 22 and 23 from 9am to 6pm, with the luminaries displayed in a tribute on the resort grounds. A meaningful and moving way to...
Memorial Day weekend kicks off Friday night at The Abbey Resort with a patriotic bonfire on the grounds. From 7:30 to 9:30pm, guests gather around the fire for an atmospheric and festive start to the holiday weekend. Bring the family, grab a drink, and let the weekend begin. #KimandJoel #TheAbbeyResort #Fontana #MemorialDay #Bonfire #LakeGenevawi
Delavan's Phoenix Park Bandshell hosts a special afternoon-into-evening double feature on May 30! At 2 PM, the Delavan-Darien Schools present Jazz in the Park -- a wonderful showcase of local student talent. Then at 7 PM, the Joel Baer Band takes the stage for a full evening of live music. Both shows are completely free,...
The Carden International Circus comes to the Walworth County Fairgrounds in Elkhorn on June 3 for a one-night grandstand spectacular! Acrobats, clowns, animals, and all the wonder of a classic American circus -- this is a fantastic outing for families with kids of all ages. Check the fairgrounds website for ticket information and show times....
Grab the kids and head to Phoenix Park in Delavan for Movies in the Park! On June 5, the City of Delavan Park & Recreation Department screens the Minecraft Movie at dusk (approximately 8:45 PM). This free outdoor movie night is a beloved community tradition -- bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks and enjoy...
Queen Bee Artisan Market in Lake Geneva hosts a fascinating up-close experience with observation beehives and a local beekeeper on June 6. This is a wonderful educational event for kids and adults alike -- you will learn about the incredible world of honeybees, see a live hive up close, and probably leave with a new...
The 20th Anniversary Season of free concerts at Phoenix Park Bandshell in Delavan rolls on with The Britins, a fantastic Beatles tribute band! If you love the Fab Four -- and who doesn't -- this is a must-do summer evening. Pack a blanket, grab some food from the concession stand, and settle in for a...
Treat Dad to something truly memorable this Father's Day with a dinner train ride on the East Troy Electric Railroad on June 20. This vintage train journey through the Wisconsin countryside combines a delicious meal with a one-of-a-kind experience that Dads of all ages will love. Reservations are required -- book early as this one...
Sweet Caroline! Eric Diamond brings the timeless music of Neil Diamond to the Phoenix Park Bandshell in Delavan on June 27. If you love the classics -- Cherry Cherry, Cracklin Rosie, America -- this is your Saturday night. Free admission, all ages, and the concession stand will be open. Wrap up June with a bang...
You're killin' me, Smalls! The City of Delavan Park & Recreation Department screens The Sandlot at Phoenix Park on June 29 at dusk (approximately 8:45 PM). This free outdoor movie night is the perfect summer evening for families -- bring blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks and enjoy this classic baseball movie under the stars. #KimandJoel...
Delavan's Phoenix Park Bandshell goes all-out for the Fourth of July! The afternoon kicks off at 4 PM with Gary Stebnitz, followed at 5:45 PM by the US Military Veterans Parade of Colors and National Anthem. Then at 6 PM, Ain't That America -- a John Mellencamp tribute -- takes the stage. The evening wraps...
Swing into the last day of July at Phoenix Park Bandshell in Delavan! Ladies Must Swing brings the joy of big band swing music to the outdoor stage on July 31. Free admission, all ages, and a wonderful way to end the month. Dust off your dancing shoes and come on out. #KimandJoel #PhoenixParkBandshell #Delavan...