Live Beats & Cozy Seats

Experience the casual and cozy atmosphere of live music in The Osthoff Resort’s Elk Room. Enjoy captivating performances by skilled musicians, offering everything from soothing acoustic melodies to lively two-piece band performances. Grab a drink, a bite to eat, and cozy up by the grand fireplace for a relaxing evening. Open to the public.

Snowshoeing in a Winter Wonderland

During the colder months explore the Wade House grounds by snowshoe! Available for pick up from the Wade House Visitor Center ticket desk when there’s at least 4 inches of snow glittering on the ground.

Please provide a valid driver’s license or other ID to hold until the snowshoes are returned.

Step Back In Time

Nestled in the heart of Elkhart Lake, Schamberger Gallery is a quaint gallery where each piece tells a unique story of Elkhart Lake’s history.

Unique Gifts for Special Friends & Family

Gifts of Grace enters the Elkhart Lake shopping scene on the corner of Rhine Street and N East Street in the downtown area. This quaint boutique store carries a variety of gifts made in the USA and Scotland and specializes in gifts you can’t find other places. Like their sister stores, Gifts of Grace offers a full assortment of Christian books, gifts, cards, signs and so much more.

Something for Every Room, and Everybody

AspenOak Home Store made its debut to the Elkhart Lake shopping scene in May of 2023. Bringing you a unique collection of home décor and gifts from funny cards, flowers, and just a taste of sweets. AspenOak’s vibrant aesthetic is worth the stop in itself.

A Little Market with Mighty Taste

Saturdays, May 25th to October 5th, 2024 | 8am to Noon

Enjoy a Saturday morning tradition in Elkhart Lake during the summer months of the season. The Elkhart Lake Farmers & Artisans Market offers artisan goods such as clothing, jewelry, bath products, paper good, home and garden décor, and even treats for you pet. Make sure to pick up fresh produce and plenty of other food items to be enjoyed as you are walking around the market. Grab your friends, family, and reusable grocery bags and head over to The Square (located next to the Elkhart Lake Train Depot).

Claim Your Power, Embody Your Truth

Get Your Groove On

The Brown Baer hosts world renowned musicians that will have your dancing the night away. The chill atmosphere with lounging sofas and swinging chairs, make this a favorite local hangout.

Do Whatever Floats Your Boat

Pontoon Rentals
Cruise the lake with family or friends on the 24′ pontoon with 40 HP engine. This boat holds 12 passengers and you can have a driver upon request for an additional cost.
No towing of any kind and no pets please. WI state law requires driver to be born before Jan 1, 1989  with valid drivers license or 25 years of age with boating license, and a valid credit card.

Ski / Wakeboard / Tube Rentals
Looking to get out on the lake but don’t have a boat? Don’t worry, Elkhart Lake Watersports has you covered with skiing, wakeboard, and tubing rentals! These boats are always driven by the driver that Elkhart Lake Watersports provides. You can have 5 other passengers on the boat and this boat runs Monday to Friday during the summer. 

Please see Elkhart Lake Watersports website for pricing and more details. 

The Best Way to Cruise the Lake 

The Osthoff Resort offers two cruises per day, a coffee cruise and evening cruise, that allow you to experience a panoramic tour of Elkhart Lake. Both cruises are open to the public.