8th Streatery
2026-07-28 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-04 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-11 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Downtown Sheboygan, 8th Street, Sheboygan, WI, 53081
8th Streatery is a lively weekly outdoor dining experience that transforms 8th Street into a vibrant, in-street destination in the heart of downtown Sheboygan. This popular community event brings residents and visitors together to enjoy great food, local businesses, and the energetic atmosphere of downtown. Guests can explore a unique, multi-restaurant dining experience while soaking in live music, social energy, and the charm of the district. 8th Streatery is the perfect way to gather with friends and neighbors, support local restaurants, and savor the best of Sheboygan’s culinary scene—right in the street.
Tuesdays June 9-August 11, 2026
8th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue in Sheboygan

Motul SportsCar Endurance Grand Prix Featuring IMSA
2026-07-30 - 2026-08-02 | Road America, N7390 HWY 67, Elkhart Lake, WI, 53020, United States
North America’s premier sportscar series returns to America’s National Park of Speed, bringing several familiar names for race fans and a handful of down-to-the-wire battles. IMSA races feature elite sportscars from nearly 20 different manufacturers, including Mercedes, Ferrari, Chevrolet, and Aston Martin. The skill of the drivers, paired with advanced automotive technology, creates a high-stakes, adrenaline-fueled race weekend you do not want to miss.
The midsummer WeatherTech Championship race at Road America will evolve into a six-hour endurance event in 2026, with Motul continuing as the title sponsor. The new format aligns Road America with endurance classics such as the Rolex 24 at Daytona, Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen, and Motul Petit Le Mans.

Levitt AMP: Tuvergen Band
2026-07-30 18:00 - 20:30 | City Green, Corner of New York Ave & 7th St, Sheboygan, WI, 53081, United States
Music from 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Free, family friendly
7:00 p.m.
Headliner: Tuvergen Band
Mongolian Throat Singing/Folk Rock/Blues​
Gather with friends and neighbors on Sheboygan’s City Green for free live music! Enjoy art-making activities for all ages, a lineup of local food trucks, and a beverage tent.
Let the music move you!

Brat Days
2026-07-31 16:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-01 11:00 - 23:00 | Kiwanis Park, 726 Kiwanis Park Rd, Sheboygan, WI, 53081, United States
Join us for the 73rd Annual Brat Days
Friday, July 31, 2026 from 4pm to 11pm and Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 11am to 11pm
brat-days.com
The “Sheboygan Jaycees present Johnsonville Brat Days” is the traditional king of Sheboygan’s summer festivals which benefits local charities. This annual event began in 1953 and pays homage to a grand culinary tradition — the bratwurst. Brat Days has something fun for people of all ages! Pumping tunes, entertainers, wild rides, contests, and so much more. Come down and join us at Kiwanis Park to see what it’s all about!
Admission is free and so is the music! Brat Days does not charge entry fees to attend the festival or the live music acts. Check out the FREE entertainment we bring to Sheboygan just for you! Your support of Brat Days enables the Sheboygan Jaycees to donate event proceeds to local charities.
• View the lineup at www.brat-days.com/lineup
• Connect with us on Facebook: facebook.com/BratDays

Elkhart Lake's Farmers & Artisans Market
2026-08-01 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-08 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-15 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-22 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-29 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-05 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Elkhart Lake, 41 E Rhine Street, Elklhart Lake, WI, 53020, United States
Elkhart Lake’s Farmers & Artisans Market in the Village Square is a Saturday morning tradition. Pick up fresh seasonal vegetables, flowers, cheeses, local arts and specialty products from approximately 50 vendors. Every item sold is produced locally in the state of Wisconsin by the person right behind the stand! Grab your reusable grocery bags and head to the square every Saturday morning.

Plein Air: Art in the Gardens
2026-08-01 09:00 - 15:00 | Christopher Farm & Gardens, Garton Road, Sheboygan, WI, 53083, United States
Join Sheboygan Visual Artists for this wonderful event celebrating the splendor of nature. Stroll the beautiful gardens along Lake Michigan and watch our members creating one-of-a-kind works of art. All artwork is for sale along with limited food and drinks.
This is a donation with limited entries and no refunds. We’ll see you in the garden!
Rain date is August 2.
Admission: $20

Fairyfolk Festival
2026-08-04 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-09 09:00 - 17:00 | Bookworm Gardens, 1415 Campus Dr, Sheboygan, WI, 53081, United States
Escape the ordinary and step into a world of wonder at our longest-running, fan-favorite event Fairyfolk Festival! For six magical days, the Gardens come alive with mythical creatures, interactive experiences, and enchanting surprises designed for all ages.
Perfect for families, date days, and anyone who loves imagination and nature, this immersive festival transforms every corner of the Gardens into a whimsical adventure. Come for the magic—stay for the memories.
Each day you will discover:
Full access to the Gardens, transformed into storybook landscapes
Dance at the Dragon Disco—a high-energy favorite for kids and adults
Live magical storytimes that spark imagination
Hands-on fairy house and gnome home building experiences
Vote in the Fairy Garden Contest and see incredible creative displays
Garden-wide I Spy gnome hunt—fun for all ages
Unexpected surprises and pop-up magic throughout the week. Stay tuned for more!
Whether you’re discovering fairy tales for the first time or rediscovering your sense of wonder, the Fairyfolk Festival offers joy, creativity, and connection in a stunning outdoor setting.
Plan your visit and let the fairy tale begin, magic like this only happens once a year!
TICKETS

Public Adult (18+) – $15

Public Child (3-17) – $13

2 Years and Younger Admission – $0

Bookworm Members – $0

Levitt AMP: Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road​
2026-08-06 18:00 - 20:30 | City Green, Corner of New York Ave & 7th St, Sheboygan, WI, 53081, United States
Music from 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Free, family friendly
7:00 p.m.
Headliner: Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road
Bluegrass​
Gather with friends and neighbors on Sheboygan’s City Green for free live music! Enjoy art-making activities for all ages, a lineup of local food trucks, and a beverage tent.
Let the music move you!

4th Annual Mercury Racing Midwest Challenge
2026-08-07 10:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-08 08:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-09 08:00 - 17:30 | Sheboygan Lakefront, South Pier to King Park, Sheboygan
Enjoy exhilarating powerboat and jet ski racing on Lake Michigan. Best viewing is along lakefront at the end of South Pier Drive.
FRIDAY: Block party/boat viewing party from 6-10 pm.
SATURDAY: races from 10:30am – 6:00pm
SUNDAY: races from 10:30am – 5:30pm
More details to come!

Levitt AMP: Plenazo Tribe
2026-08-13 18:00 - 20:30 | City Green, Corner of New York Ave & 7th St, Sheboygan, WI, 53081, United States
Music from 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Free, family friendly
7:00 p.m.
Headliner: Plenazo Tribe
Puerto Rican Plena​
Gather with friends and neighbors on Sheboygan’s City Green for free live music! Enjoy art-making activities for all ages, a lineup of local food trucks, and a beverage tent.
Let the music move you!

Cheese Capital Wine Walk
2026-08-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Stayer Park, 39 S Stafford Street, Plymouth, Wisconsin, 53073
Join us for the 10th Annual Cheese Capital Wine Walk!
16 downtown Plymouth businesses will be transformed into wine tasting rooms. Tickets are $35 each, and will be available starting on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at our Mill Street Festival booth. You can pay for your tickets with credit card, cash or check. Your ticket includes a wine tasting glass, a map to the locations, and your wristband.
If you don’t like wine, we also have Designated Driver tickets available for $15! This ticket gets you a glass, map, the snacks, and wristband, just no wine.
Tickets will be available for purchase at our office and online on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. *Tickets that are paid for online and over the phone will be brought to the event, otherwise you’re welcome to pick them up at our office Monday-Friday, 8 am – 4 pm. You must purchase a ticket in advance for this event and BRING YOUR ID. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD DAY OF EVENT. There are a limited number of tickets available.

Family Fun: The Lorax
2026-08-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Bookworm Gardens, 1415 Campus Dr, Sheboygan, WI, 53081, United States
Step into a story during this special Family Fun event inspired by the beloved book The Lorax! Designed to spark imagination and meaningful connection, this experience invites the young and young at heart to explore how stories and nature work together to inspire care for our world.
Discover The Lorax garden, where playful design, hands-on activities, and storytelling bring the Lorax’s timeless message to life. As families wander from space to space, they’ll learn how small acts-like planting a seed, caring for a tree, or speaking up—can create a big impact on the environment.
Event admission includes:
Full access to the Gardens, including The Lorax garden
Lorax-themed educational activities that connect books, nature, and stewardship
The Lorax storytime in the Magic Tree House
Interactive moments that show how small actions lead to meaningful change
Light concessions available (for purchase)
This family-friendly day celebrates the power of reading, the beauty of nature, and the idea that everyone, no matter how small, can help make the world a better place!
TICKETS

Public Adult (18+) – $15

Public Child (3-17) – $13

Bookworm Member Adult (18+) – $10

Bookworm Member Child (3-17) – $8

2 Years and Younger Admission – $0

GT World Challenge America
2026-08-28 - 2026-08-30 | Road America, N7390 HWY 67, Elkhart Lake, WI, 53020, United States
The GT World Challenge America headlines an all-sportscar weekend at Road America August 28-30, 2026. In addition, the event will feature rounds for GT America powered by AWS, the Toyota Gazoo Racing North America GR Cup Series, Pirelli GT4 America, McLaren Trophy America and TC America powered by Skip Barber. This weekend of thrilling sportscar racing will bring exotic GT3, GT4, and Touring Car machinery from global luxury auto brands like Acura, Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, and Porsche to America’s National Park of Speed in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.
These performance racing machines will take to the popular 4-mile, 14-turn road race circuit as part of a worldwide racing series spanning Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. The GT World Challenge at Road America will showcase two 90-minute races featuring full-service pit stops, driver changes, and non-stop excitement on Saturday and Sunday.

Art on Wheels Vintage Weekend with VSCDA
2026-09-18 - 2026-09-20 | Road America, N7390 HWY 67, Elkhart Lake, WI, 53020, United States
With a rich history and an unwavering commitment to preserving the legacy of vintage racing, this three-day racing spectacle promises to captivate enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Over 300 meticulously restored vintage and historic race cars, spanning 11 racing classes, will grace the iconic Road America track, presenting a mesmerizing journey through automotive history. From the graceful curves of classic sports cars to the raw power of muscle machines, every era and every passion will be showcased.
A unique highlight of the event is the open-access paddock, inviting spectators to immerse themselves in the world of vintage racing. This is a rare opportunity to get up close and personal with these magnificent racing machines, each prepared to era specifications, and witness the dedication and craftsmanship of maintaining these automotive treasures.
