Hey! Time for Some Summer Fun in Dunn!
Did Someone say "It's SUMMER?" The FUN Edition of What's Up Dunn County?
It is May and we have experienced some pretty awesome 80 plus degrees kind of weather along with some thunderstorms to add to the mix. I start to get giddy when the heat rises to 80 degrees which means Summer is upon us! When I think of Summer, I think of grilling out on the patio. Going camping in a tent lying underneath the stars. Standing on the lakeshore to cast a fishing line. Catching some flowers in bloom while on my Sunday drive along the countryside. Watching the 4th of July fireworks over Lake Menomin. Eating fair food at the Dunn County Fair. Checking out the Farmer’s Market at Wilson Park. Observing some vintage baseball at Phalen Park. Picking strawberries at Red Cedar Valley Farms. And lots of weeding in the garden : / I am not sure if weeding is exactly fun, but it is a common summer time chore which is one way to catch some summer sun. There will be some firsts this coming summer for me. I will be checking out Paint this Town on Saturday, July 19th at Wilson Park along with Pickle Fest in Boyceville. And guess what is coming back to Menomonie? Fourth of July Celebration at Wakanda Park 2025 (Freedom Fest)!
So right now could be a good time to get out your calendar or planner to make some room in your summer schedule to experience some summer fun in Dunn County : )
Let the good times roll! Shall we………
Spring 2025 Downsville Community Museum Pancake Breakfast
Serving homemade buttermilk pancakes with maple syrup and fruit toppings, sausage, milk, juice & coffee. Freewill donation. All ages welcome. Sat. May. 24 from 8-11am at Downsville Community Museum - E4541 County Road C, Menomonie, WI 54751
Memorial Day Ceremony at Evergreen Cemetery Menomonie
Monday, May 26th, 2025 at 9:30 am -The ceremony will be marked by a presentation of the colors, patriotic music and readings, the ritual casting of flowers on the water, roll call of Dunn County’s 2024 deceased veterans, release of homing pigeons to honor the fallen, and will close with the playing of “Taps.” You are encouraged to bring your own lawn chair.
Menomonie's community band is celebrating its 137th season. Gather with your friends and family as you enjoy pie, ice cream, & popcorn sold by local non-profits. Themed concerts include Patriotic Night, Circus Night, and Dance the Night Away. Benches are provided in the park, but seating is limited. Consider bringing your own lawn chair or a blanket. For all ages. Every Tuesday from Jun. 3 to Aug. 5, 7:30pm. Wilson Park Band Shell - Wilson Ave and 8th St - Menomonie, WI 54751
Music Over Menomin
Live music on the lawn of the Menomonie Public Library, played over scenic Lake Menomin. Kicks off on June 12th, 2025 and ends on August 14th, 2025.
Every Thursday from Jun. 12 to Aug. 14, 7pm. All ages welcome. Menomonie Public Library - 600 Wolske Bay Rd - Menomonie, WI 54751
Flag Day Ceremony
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Downtown Menomonie, Inc and The Community Foundation of Dunn County are hosting their annual Flag Day Ceremony honoring those veterans who have fallen for our country. The ceremony will take place on June 14 at 10 am at the Dunn County Veteran's Memorial (intersection of 2nd St & 6th Ave). The Community Foundation of Dunn County will be adding six new bricks to the memorial.
July 19th, 2025
Let’s Paint the Town Event will be at Wilson Park starting at 10 am. Bringing together the Menomonie Community with food, entertainment and vendor/craft booths.
July 23rd - 27th, 2025
August 1st - 3rd, 2025
Wheeler Days in Wheeler, Wisconsin that is sure to have something fun for everyone!! Kids games, beer tent, bands, craft show, parade, food and an amazing fireworks display by B & B Fireworks!!
August 15th - 17th, 2025
Boyceville Pickle Fest with many fun activities to enjoy such as softball tournaments at Pafko Park, games for all ages, variety of food stands, live music and the grand parade on Sunday afternoon.
August 23rd, 2025
Downsville Days - A one day festival with a bike race sponsored by Dunn County Pottery, a pancake breakfast at the Downsville Community Museum, and specialty beverage or pastry from Scatterbrain Cafe. Also have fun wandering up and down Cty Rd C in Downsville and enjoy children's games, vendors, an antique car show, face painting, meat raffle, kids tractor pull, pizza and bingo at Cubby's and music all day! There will be a parade at 1pm and be sure to stick around to see the band and fireworks at dusk at Timber Inn.
August 29th - September 1st, 2025
Ridgeland Community Fair - What a way to end the summer in Dunn County with a Demo Derby, Tractor Pulls, Horse Pull, Arts & Crafts, Farmer’s Market, Bean Bag Tournaments, Fun Run & Walk, Car Show, Street Dance, Carnival, Grand Parade, Live Music and Fireworks.
I must say, there are many different ways this summer to meet your Dunn County neighbors. It truly is a jammed packed summer in our county we call Dunn. I hope I helped you fill up your calendar for the summer : ) My pleasure!
From One Dunn County Neighbor to Another - Have Fun Living in Dunn This Summer!
Laurie J Christianson
