September is that magical time when summer’s golden glow lingers just long enough to savor, while fall’s crisp air and festive cheer begin to take hold. In WalCo, you can enjoy the best of both seasons—sunny days on the lake, apple-picking afternoons, and lively, upcoming Oktoberfest celebrations that mark the best of autumn’s favorite traditions.
There are so many ways to make the most of this time in WalCo. There’s something for everyone of every age to enjoy. Here’s a look at the top activities and events waiting for you in WalCo.
Festivals & Seasonal Fairs
September and October bring a full lineup of fun across Walworth County! From tacos and bluegrass to scarecrows, artisan markets, high-energy competitions, and music festivals, every weekend offers a reason to celebrate fall with friends and family.
Sept 12–14, 2025
Lake Geneva Taco Fest – Lake Geneva House of Music, Lake Geneva. A fiesta of tacos, live music and festive vibes—great for food lovers and families.
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Sept 13, 2025
Scarecrow Fest (Delavan) – Downtown Delavan. Stroll downtown decorated with whimsical scarecrows, local vendors, crafts, music and festivities celebrating fall in true small-town style. End the day with Radio Gaga: Lady Gaga & Queen Tribute band at the Phoenix Park Bandshell.
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Sept 13-14, 2025
East Troy Bluegrass Festival – DowntownEast Troy. Enjoy live bluegrass music in outdoor settings—perfect for fans of roots tunes in a rural, community-driven environment.
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Sept 20, 2025, 9 AM – 3 PM
Artisan Festival – Congdon Gardens, Delavan. Enjoy handmade goods, live music, food, kids’ activities, and more—all supporting local service projects and scholarships. Free admission, family fun for all!
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Sept. 20, 2025
Red Bull Rush Delivery – Riviera Beach, Lake Geneva. Red Bull brings a thrilling twist to Lake Geneva’s mailboat tradition! Forty competitors leap from moving boats to deliver packages, racing for speed, agility, and cash prizes. Excitement hits the lake like never before!
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Oct 4, 2025
Strange LaGrange Music & Arts Festival – The Greene House, Whitewater. 12 bands, live art, and vendors on five acres in LaGrange, WI. Don’t miss it—early bird tickets available on their website.
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Oct 4, 2025, 9 AM – 4 PM
Elkhorn Holiday Craft Bash – Walworth County Fairgrounds, Elkhorn. Browse handmade crafts, holiday gifts, and treats at the Elkhorn Holiday Craft Bash at Walworth County Fairgrounds. All proceeds benefit Barnyard Adventure’s agricultural education—perfect for festive shopping & family fun!
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Oct 6-31, 2025
Scarecrow Walk (Williams Bay) – Williams Bay Lake Path. Festive scarecrows themed displays for cheer and fear will decorate the Williams Bay section of the Lake Geneva Shore Path for an enchanting stroll. Vote for your favorites.
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Apple-Picking & Farmstands
Late summer and early autumn in Walworth County means fresh-picked apples, cozy farm stands, and bustling markets. From orchards and pumpkin patches to local produce and baked treats, these seasonal stops offer the best flavors—and family fun—of Wisconsin’s harvest season.
Apple Barn Orchard & Winery – Elkhorn, WI. Seasonally open (Fri–Sun typically). U-pick apples and pumpkins, winery and bakery, cider donuts, family-friendly atmosphere with live bands—perfect autumn outing.
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Pearce’s Farm Stand – Williams Bay / Walworth area. Open daily; offers produce, bakery items, corn maze, hayrides, cider donuts and kettle corn. Great harvest-time stop with family-friendly activities.
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Elegant Farmer, Harvest Fest – North of East Troy. Autumn Harvest Festival takes place Saturdays and Sundays (Sept–Oct), with u-pick apple orchards, hayrides, pony & train rides, corn maze and market—on bucket-list for fall vibes.
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PLUS great farm fresh selections at:
Bowers Produce – East Troy
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Geneva Lakes Produce – between Lake Geneva and East Troy
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Larryville Gardens – east of Elkhorn
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Sweet Corn Lady – Delavan, in the Delavan Lake inlet
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East Troy Farmers Market – Honey Creek Collective, East Troy. Fridays 3-6 PM through October 3.
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Geneva Outdoor Market – Lake Geneva House of Music, Lake Geneva. Sundays 10 AM-2 PM through October.
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Genoa City Farmers Market – Veteran’s Park, Genoa City. Fridays 3-7 PM through September 26.
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Lake Geneva Farmers Market – Horticultural Hall, Lake Geneva. Thursdays 8 AM-1 PM through October.
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Whitewater City Market – Cravath Lakefront Park, Whitewater. Tuesdays 4-7 PM through October.
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Plan ahead to enjoy Oktoberfest celebrations
Oktoberfest season will be in full swing across Walworth County! From lakeside celebrations to bustling downtown festivals and brewery bashes, each community offers its own flavor of German tradition, local music, food, and family fun—prost to fall!
Oct 4, 2025. 10 am–10 pm.
Duesterbeck’s Oktoberfest – Duesterbeck’s Brewing Company, N5543 County Rd O, Elkhorn, WI. Free admission; features German music (bands like Mike Schneider Band, Alpine Blast Trio), barrel-aged Oktoberfest beer at noon, games (cabbage bowling), food trucks, vendor fair, and dancing—prost!
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Oct 11, 2025, noon–6 pm
Town of Delavan Oktoberfest – Waters Edge on Delavan Lake, 1220 S Shore Dr, Delavan Lake. . Free; includes live music, authentic German dancers, food, drinks, and activities with lakefront ambiance, food and beverages—a relaxed lakeshore celebration. Try your luck at Hammerschlagen all day!
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Oct 11–12, 2025, Sat 11 am–8 pm / Sun 11 am–5 pm
Lake Geneva’s Annual Oktoberfest – Downtown Lake Geneva (Broad & Geneva Streets, Lake Geneva, WI). Free admission; enjoy a beer garden, artisan market, live music, family fun and quirky contests like pie-eating and dachshund races. Great for traditional Germanfest meets lakeside fun.
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Oct 18, 2025, 9 am–5 pm
Elkhorn Oktoberfest – Downtown Square, Elkhorn, WI. Free; starts with a 2-mile to 5k run, then stroll through vendor & craft booths, classic car show, stein-hoisting contests, beer/wine tastings throughout the entire downtown area and park—small-town charm meets German heritage.
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The WalCo website event calendar has the largest events and sponsored activities in the area. To discover even more festivals, markets, concerts, and seasonal happenings, check out the WalCo Wisconsin Events Facebook group! —perfect for planning your trip and enjoying the WalCo vibe.
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Come celebrate the close of summer, welcome fall with open arms, and plan your next WalCo adventure today!