The Lake Isn’t the Only One Sparkling: Explore Hidden Gems in the Village This Summer
It’s April. Summer is the nearest it’s been all year. Soon the lake will be warm enough for a dip (or maybe a few brave souls have already plunged?!) and the days will be long enough for swimming, paddling, gardening, the farmer’s market, al fresco dinners, taking a walk without a jacket, wearing flip flops,…
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New Sign Serves as Official Welcome to the Village of Elkhart Lake
We are thrilled to unveil our new Elkhart Lake Welcome Sign greeting all who enter the Village through the Hwy 67 south corridor. After months of planning meetings, we were excited for the installation in late October. This beautiful design helps to extend the welcoming spirit and brand experience people can expect to receive when…
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Christmas Dinner in the Village
Planning for the holidays during a pandemic has added new layers of stress for all of us. I come from a large Italian family with many holiday traditions. We are desperately trying to hold on to these delicious traditions, but honestly, many of them are sadly slipping away this year. Big gatherings and meals are…
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Elkhart Lake Village Square Park
Park & Play Square Park is located in the heart of the downtown, along N. Lake and Rhine Streets. Village Square Park offers a shady spot to eat lunch, use the playground equipment or play in the sandbox. This is a great park for families and is adjacent to the Elkhart Lake Public Library. Square…
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Exploring The Elkhart Way: Insights into a Sustainable Movement
The fact that Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin continues to be the place I call home no matter where I wander is an incredible gift. One of the luckiest things the stars above the lake have granted me. Growing up in a place that is deeply loved by locals and by visitors who continue to visit year…
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Farmers & Artisans Market
Elkhart Lake's Farmers & Artisans Market in the Village Square is a Saturday morning tradition. Pick up fresh seasonal vegetables, flowers, cheeses, local arts and specialty products from approximately 50 vendors. Every item sold is produced locally in the state of Wisconsin by the person right behind the stand! Grab your reusable grocery bags and…
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Snowflakes & Smiles: Schnee Days Weekend
With over 40 years of Schnee Days experience under their belt, you could say Elkhart Lake has deep-snow experience in winter fun. So, grab your winter gear, lace up your running shoes, and gather your friends and family for a winter weekend of Schnee fun. Schnee Days Weekend offers a variety of in and outdoor…
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Schnee Days
JANUARY 26, 27 & 28 Join us for a 3-day weekend of winter fun and various activities for the whole family! Test your cooking skills and take part in the famous chili cook-off or cure your cabin fever with the 5K or 2-mile SchneeLauf Run/Walk. Pray for Schnee! For an up-to-date list of events visit www.elkhartlakechamber.com/schnee-days…
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Pizza, Wine & Shopping: Get to know East Rhine Street’s newest businesses
Wisconsin weather has a way of keeping everyone on their toes and during this time of year it is not rare to experience two seasons in one day. As I am writing this snow is falling onto the autumn leaves surrounding Elkhart Lake’s village square. Witnessing the season change here is bittersweet. The shift into…
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Vintage Holiday Wine Tasting & Tree Lighting – SOLD OUT!
Join Vintage Elkhart Lake for a mini wine tasting during the annual Village Tree Lighting ceremony on November 25, 2023 from 4pm to 6pm. There will have three tables of wine from around the globe and locally made artisan cheese. Cost is $15+tax per person and all proceeds will benefit the Plymouth Food Pantry. Wristbands…
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Let’s Meat Up at Elktoberfest
Many are drawn to Elkhart Lake from June until August. Those who come just slightly later in the season will enjoy smaller flocks of visitors and boats as flocks of birds replace them on the lake. For some, September sets in with an end of summer melancholy. For others a welcomed slowness sets in over…
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ElkhartCares Root Beer Garten
This One's For the Kids The Root Beer Garden is back again this year, but in a new location! Head over to the Village Square Park, located behind the Elkhart Lake Visitor Center, for face painting, pumpkin painting, a bounce house, kids games, root beer floats, and a special appearance by Culver’s mascot, Scoopie, and…
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