EVENTS

Throughout the year, there are a variety of events and opportunities that showcase the creatuve talents of Waunakee and its residents, organizations, and businesses.

LIBRARY PROGRAMMING

The Waunakee Public Library offers creative activities and programs for residents of all ages.

WRAP EXHIBIT & WORKSHOP

WRAP is an opportunity for both emerging and experienced artists  to exhibit their work for the public, receive feedback from a professional artist, and participate in a guided workshop. Participants also have the chance to be chosen for display at the State exhibit later in the year.

ART ON MAIN

Public art project presented in collaboration with Endres Manufacturing and other partners to showcase the talent and creativity living within our community.

CHALK WALK

The Chalk Walk has a Sidewalk Art display created by local artists of all ages, a 1-mile Color Walk, a outdoor movie night, a DJ, and photo booth!

LIVE FROM THE PARK

A summer concert series plays out on Tuesday nights in Village Park.  Concerts take place underneath the gazebo. Food carts are also onsite and change weekly so concert-goers can experience the fun flavors that Madison-area food carts have to offer.  

STEM DAYS

Fun and interactive Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math activities. Watch demos of BadgerBOTS and CNC machines, make your own chocolate molds, rubber band rockets and more!

WAUKTOBERFEST

A yearly festival held on the Endres Manufacturing grounds featuring food, beer, music, inflatables,

a pop up market, hammer sluggin, pumpkin decorating & more!

CREATIVE WALL AT THE HALL

An opportunity for artists from the Waunakee area to share their work with the community. 

WAUNAKEE 
COMMUNITY BAND

The Waunakee Community Band (WCB) was founded in 1985. The WCB is primarily a summer band, with rehearsals starting in April and the concert season from June through August.

WAUNAKEE SCHOOL DISTRICT ACTIVITIES

District Calendar of month-to-month events found throughout the community.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVENTS

The Chamber organizes events and opportunities for the community throughout the year. View the monthly calendar for up-to-date activities.

PUBLIC ART INSTALLATIONS

Take a tour through the village and view a series of public art including the High School sculpture, main street mural, street surface murals and more!

SPORTS & RECREATION

The Waunakee Village Center offers many different recreational activities and programs for residents of all ages.

CULTURAL HERITAGE EVENTS

Schumacher Farm park is a 

40-acre farmstead with trails leading through a 10-acre prairie just east of Waunakee. They offer many programs and events throughout the year focusing on cultural heritage.

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IMAGINATION CELEBRATION

A festive afternoon of exhibits,
performances, demonstrations, and activities for all ages. 

Uncover the endless possibilities, talents, and artistic abilities that reside right here in Waunakee.

WAUNAFEST

A local celebration of music, food, arts and crafts, and more! It's where you'll Wauna be!

"Events like (the Imagination Celebration) create an opportunity to see the threads of the community and where your thread is in the tapestry."

- Sondra Bonnici Hoecherl of the Madison Children's Museum -

These projects, along with their predecessors, “focus on highlighting local artists and what makes Waunakee unique."

- Kristina Coopman, Public Art Volunteer Coordinator -

ARTISAN MARKET

The Waunakee Artisan Market is a juried one day show being held on the historic 40-acre Schumacher Farm Park in Waunakee on October 2, 2021.  This unique market blends the charm of fall on the farm with quality art exhibitors and food carts.

Cultural Awareness Events

By telling the stories of our community members, we discover our similarities, learn about our differences and share the contributions we bring to the place we all call Home. Together we will travel in time or get to know somewhere new!