September is a season of change from summer to fall. The State of Wisconsin is scenic, with the colors changes from rich green to the fall reds, yellows and oranges. The entire state is a popular getaway destination and a makes a beautiful fall color drive. Wisconsin hosts a number of festivals that honor the heritage of original settlers and Native American Indians. Fall festivals include the Wilhelm Tell Festival in New Glarus, Indian Summer in Milwaukee, Laura Ingalls Wilder Days in Pepin, Wine and Harvest Fest in Cedarbury, Warrens Cranberry Festival in Warrens, Manitowish Waters and Cornish Festival in MIneral Point.
Wilhelm Tell Festival and Schuetzen Fest, New Glarus Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend tradition has been charming visitors since 1938. The Swiss ethnic styles festival features a live theater presentation of the legend of Willhelm Tell in English and German. Cast includes over 200 local volunteers, goats, horses and cows. The Story of Wilhelm Tell tells the how he gained Independence for Switzerland from Hapsburg, using a crossbow and apple. Performance tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. The 70th Willhelm Tell Festival has events during the entire Labor Day weekend, including a Children's Lantern parade, yodel concert, Swiss camping, Worship at Ruetli and the Friends of New Glarus Library Book Sale. Schuetzen Fest is a shooting competition on Monday.
Indian Summer Festival on the Lake front, September 5-7, 2008
Milwaukee, WI: Indian Summer is celebrated on the Milwaukee lake front of Lake Michigan at Henry Maier Festival Park, known by many as the Summerfest Grounds.the weekend event features authentic Pow Wow, fireworks, five stages of entertainment, Traditions Passed On, Indian Summer Village with a recreation of traditional dwellings, Circle of Friend Art and traditional Indian and American foods. Tickets are $12 Adults, $7 children.
Laura Ingalls Wilder Days, Pepin, WI. September 13-14, 2008
Pepin is the birthplace of Laura Ingalls Wilder. This two day festival commemorates the settlers and pioneers of Wisconsin in the late 1800's. Authentic trading area with artisans demonstrating the arts and crafts of the 1800's. Feature music, Laura Ingall's contest and Old Tyme Fiddler's content. Admission free. Laura Ingalls Wilder Days in Pepin Wisconsin
Wine and Harvest Festival. Cedarburg, WI. September 20-21, 2008
36th Annual Wine and Harvest Festival with farmers market, two art shows, shearing and weaving demonstrations, sheep, llamas, hayrides, grape stomping, apple bobbing, new quilt museum and more. Wine tasting and winery tours are featured at Cedar Creek Settlement,
Warrens Cranberry Festival. Warren, WI. September 26-28, 2008
The World's Largest Cranberry Festival attracts more that 100,000 people every year to celebrate the State Fruit of Wisconsin. . Popular event features souvenirs and craft items from local vendors. good fun, contests, and more. On Friday and Saturday Cranberry marsh tours educate visitors about the cranberry industry. will be offered for $6 per person. Warrens Cranberry Festival in Wisconsin
Manitowish Waters Wisconsin. September 27, 2008
Cranberry harvest marsh tours at the markets on Little Trout Lake, airplane rides, pontoon rides, crafts sales and more.
Cornish Festival Mineral Point, WI. September 26-27, 2008
16th annual Cornish Festival is a three day event that includes a traditional Friday night pub night at at historic living museum, Pendarvis, Taste of Mineral Point and a variety of Cornish entertainment for a lively weekend.
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