June 6 – October 31 Saturdays 7:30am – 11am The West Bend Farmers’ Market is one of the largest in the area with over 65 regular and seasonal vendors selling the freshest locally grown produce, flowers, bakery, frozen meats and poultry, dairy, eggs, cheese and so much more. The North Main Expansion is home to more specialty vendors selling organic produce, doggy bakery items, handmade oils and personal care items and much, much more. Stop by Old Settler’s Park for live entertainment and demonstrations like soap making, gourmet cooking and square dancing. Each week is something new!

June 11 – August 20 Thursdays 6:30pm – 9pm Kick off your weekend in Downtown West Bend with Music on Main- a 10 week Thursday night concert series in Old Settler’s Park. Music on Main is a free musical event for people of all ages offering a variety of musical genres each week including blues, jazz, alternative rock, classic rock, country and 70’s and 80’s with a little Reggae thrown in for good measure. Food and beverages are available for purchase and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. This event is made possible by the following sponsors- Shooting Star Travel, Jeff’s Spirits on Main, WOW, Januli’s Pizzeria and Italian Deli, and Westbury Bank.

Friday, August 28 - 10am to 11pm Saturday, August 29 - 8am to 11pm Sunday, August 30 - 11am to 7:30pm Celebrate West Bend’s German Heritage! This outdoor festival features two stages of continuous German music, authentic German food and dancing, daily Sheepshead tournaments and raffles. A traditional Wisconsin Fish Fry, Saturday pancake breakfast, Farmers’ Market and the Riverwalk Art Fair round out the fun. This year’s 24th Annual Celebration is dedicated to the memory of Ernst Frankenberg, and is made possible through the generosity of many sponsors and volunteers.

December 4 – Friday, 6pm – 9pm December 5 – Saturday, 10am – 2pm Bring the whole family for carriage and wagon rides, holiday carols, hot cocoa, a traditional tree lighting ceremony, holiday lights and, of course, SANTA! The Cultural District joins the fun with even more holiday activities at the Washington County Historical Society and the Museum of Wisconsin Art such as holiday music, and a tour of homes. Our many merchants invite you to take the stress out of your holiday- bring your gift lists and shop locally. Then enjoy a relaxing meal and plenty of holiday spirit in Downtown West Bend. NEW- Indoor Holiday Farmers’ Market!

Sunday, November 29 at 5pm Enjoy the 2nd oldest Christmas Parade in Wisconsin as it winds its way from Regner Park through historic Downtown to Badger Middle School. A West Bend tradition for 57 years, please visit www.westbendchristmasparade.com for more information.