Oconomowoc Festival Week
The third weekend in August is the perfect time to hang out in Oconomowoc. Whether you are a seasoned visitor or looking for a perfect Midwest spot for an easy late summer getaway, schedule your first visit to "The Heart of Lake Country" and you will not be disappointed.
A week of free family fun
"Festival Week" is a week-long celebration that centers on the weekend's Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts. The park art show is considered one of the top outdoor fine art festivals in the Midwest and boasts a juried art exhibition featuring 110 artists from all over the United States.
The arts festival isn't the only thing going on that weekend, check out the full calendar of events. You need not leave Oconomowoc to find days full of fun.
Festival Week Events
Mon. Aug. 12
- Oconomowoc Historic Boat Tours, at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. on Lac La Belle. Must purchase tickets in advance. Purchase tickets.
Tues. Aug. 13
- Oconomowoc Historic Boat Tours, at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. on Lac La Belle. Must purchase tickets in advance. Purchase tickets.
Weds. Aug. 14
- Oconomowoc Historic Boat Tours, at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. on Lac La Belle. Must purchase tickets in advance. Purchase tickets.
- Yoga on the Green, 6pm, Community Center Lawn - Grab a towel or mat and join this community yoga class.
- Legion Band Concert, 7:30pm. Enjoy a concert by the 100-year-old Oconomowoc American Legion Band in City Beach Park.
Thurs., Aug. 15
Oconomowoc's 85th Wizard of Oz celebration.
Fri. Aug. 16
- Downtown Village Green Beer Garden, 5-9pm, Village Green Park. Wisconsin craft beer, trivia and music.
- Bands at the Beach, 7:30pm, City Beach. Free outdoor concert by The Decade.
Sat. Aug. 17
- Farmers Market 8am-12pm Campus Parking lot across from Community Center.
- Yoga on the Green, 8am, Community Center Lawn - Grab a towel or mat and join this community yoga class.
- Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts, 10am-5pm, Fowler Park. Juried art festival, music, food and more.
- Downtown Village Green Beer Garden, 5-9pm, Village Green Park. Wisconsin craft beer, trivia and music.
- Light up Lac La Belle Celebration, 7:30pm City Beach Park. Legion Band concert; fireworks.
Sun. Aug. 18
- Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts, 10am-5pm, Fowler Park. Final day to visit the art fest.
Where to Stay
Oconomowoc is home to three hotels and one incredible Bed and Breakfast.
Check out accommodations for your stay at: