Come see why fall is one of the best times to visit Vilas County in the heart of Wisconsin’s Northwoods. Communities throughout northern Wisconsin hold Colorama events and other fall festivals celebrating the season—here are a few you shouldn’t miss this year.
Boulder Junction’s 34th Annual Colorama Arts and Crafts Fair (September 12)
This annual arts and crafts show is held at the Boulder Junction Community Center, 5386 Park St., and features autumn décor, fall produce, and more.
68th Annual Colorama, St. Germain (September 19)
St. Germain has welcomed visitors to its fall celebration for nearly 70 years. Head to St. Germain Community Park for crafts, a farmers’ market, a mum sale, and children’s activities like pumpkin painting.
Colorama Weekend in Downtown Sayner (September 25-27)
This fall color celebration in the Sayner-Star Lake-Cloverland area is packed with fun, family-friendly events and activities all weekend long.
Other fall events
- Wild Rice Fest, Lac du Flambeau (September 4-6): Events include a traditional wild rice harvest demonstration, a powwow, live entertainment, games, and vendors
- Oktoberfest, Land O’ Lakes (September 12): Head the Snowflake Ice Rink in downtown Land O’ Lakes for this classic German-themed celebration
- Phelps Scarecrow Festival (September 19): This festival in downtown Phelps features food vendors, wine tasting, free chili, a craft and quilt show, and kids’ activities.
- Manitowish Waters Harvest Festival (September 19): Celebrate the start of fall and cranberry harvest season with local artisans and vendors, baked goods, and more.
Find more events in Vilas County and the Northwoods of Wisconsin here.
