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Things to do in La Crosse, WI

Events, live music & more in the Coulee Region

🎫 $0📍The Freight House 107 Vine St. La Crosse, WI 54601

🎤 Ashtyn Barbaree, Gaby Allong

Team One Mile supports Veterans and their families by providing access for children of Veterans to Camp Hometown Heroes and by supporting disabled Veterans through Operation Guardian Angel. Team One Mile is supporting these efforts by conducting a five day bicycle ride around Wisconsin with a stop in La Crosse on September 8. Riders will arrive at the Freight House at 5 PM for a meet and greet followed immediately by entertainment by Ashtyn Barbaree and Gaby Allong

Sep 0810:00 PM GMT - 01:00 AM GMT

📍The Charmant Rooftop Terrace

🍻 Brews & Views: A Rooftop Brewery Takeover

Join us Wednesday, August 20, as 3 Sheeps Brewing Company takes over the terrace. Think frosty pints, wood-fired pizza, and golden-hour views of Downtown La Crosse. Bring your crew, grab a slice, and toast to summer nights done right.

Aug 2010:00 PM GMT - 12:00 AM GMT

📍Valley View Mall

🎪 Do Portugal Circus [AUG 21-24]

🎪 Do Portugal Circus is Coming to Valley View Mall! 🎪 📅 August 21st – 24th, 2025 🎟️ Fun for the whole family! Step into a world of wonder, excitement, and pure magic as Do Portugal Circus brings its spectacular show to Valley View Mall for four unforgettable days! 🕒 Showtime Schedule: Thursday, Aug 21 – 7:30 PM Friday, Aug 22 – 7:30 PM Saturday, Aug 23 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM, & 8:00 PM Sunday, Aug 24 – 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM ✨ “A combination of excellence and magic takes you on a journey of laughter and pure amazement. Our talented and passionate artists will have you gasping in awe as they perform their death-defying acts. And of course, no circus is complete without our wonderful clown that will have you grinning from start to finish.” 🎉 This is truly a show for all ages — create memories that will last a lifetime! 🎫 Get your tickets now at: www.doportugalcircususa.com 📍 Valley View Mall — August 21–24 Don’t miss out on the magic!

Thu, Aug 21

📍Riverside Park

🌙 Moon Tunes Free Concert - The Remainders and Phoenix

Two of the best bands in the coulee region partner up for a night of great music. This concert is a fan favorite every concert season.

Aug 2110:30 PM GMT - 01:00 AM GMT

📍Mt. La Crosse

Summit Run Alpine Challenge and Patio Party

Want to Run?! Don't miss this chance to run up one of Mid-America's steepest ski slopes...Damnation! Want some FUN?! Bring family and friends for a rare opportunity to party on the ski hill patio in the summer. Food and beverages for sale, live music from 6 - 8 pm. See you on the slopes this Saturday!

Aug 2309:00 PM GMT - 01:00 AM GMT

📍Myrick Park

🎉 The Children's Festival

Join Us for the 2025 Children’s Festival – A Day of Pure Play! Get ready for an adventure where children lead the way! At the Children’s Festival 2025, little explorers can dive into nearly 20 play stations designed to spark imagination. Best of all, it’s completely FREE! From digging in dirt piles and whipping up mud pies to crafting with buttons, beads, and more, there’s magic around every corner. Children can splash in water play, wander a sensory walk, zoom with cars and ramps, or build big with giant loose parts. It’s a play paradise like no other! This event is free to all, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors: Badger, Coulee Bank, O’Neill Law Firm, LLC, and Xcel Energy. Diaper donations for the Diaper Bank at The Parenting Place are warmly welcomed!

Aug 2302:00 PM GMT - 05:00 PM GMT

📍Riverside Park

🎻 Great River Folk Festival 2025

Join us for the 49th annual Great River Folk Festival! Wisconsin’s longest running non-profit music festival 🪕❤️ Tickets available at https://www.greatriverfolkfest.org This year Sunday is FREE! Thanks to the La Crosse Arts Board!

Aug 2210:00 PM GMT - 04:30 AM GMT

📍Coon Valley Veterans Memorial Park, Coon Valley

Coon Valley Heritage Day

Join us for a fun filled day at Coon Valley Veterans Memorial Park to celebrate and preserve Coon Valley history. Softball co-ed tournament, tractor ride, market, music, food, and fun for all!

Sat, Aug 23

August 2025

📍Radisson Hotel La Crosse - 200 Second St. S., La Crosse, WI 54601

Kick-Off Breakfast - United Way Week - Great Rivers United Way

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 7:00 to 8:30 a.m. Radisson Hotel La Crosse, 200 Second St. S. Register & pay online at: https://www.greatriversunitedway.org/breakfast Great Rivers United Way's annual Kick-Off Breakfast event is Wednesday, August 20, from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m., at the Radisson Hotel in Downtown La Crosse. Please join us for a morning of good food, fun, and friends, as we come together to celebrate our upcoming campaign season! Tickets are $5 each and include a hot, plated meal. Tables of 10 are available. Dietary needs should be communicated to Teri Booth at tbooth@gruw.org or (608) 796-1400 by the registration deadline - Tuesday, August 12, at 11:59 p.m. This event is part of Great Rivers United Way's first-ever United Way Week, taking place August 18-22, 2025. Check out our full line-up of fun and educational events at https://www.greatriversunitedway.org/unitedwayweek.

12:00 PM GMT - 01:30 PM GMT

📍Lost Island Wine/Skeleton Crew Brew

Boombox Bingo

Boombox Bingo is a free to play bingo for music lovers! Don't miss out on a night of fun, prizes and good vibes! Played every Wednesday!

12:00 AM GMT - 02:00 AM GMT

📍Kane Street Community Garden, 901 Kane St, La Crosse

Taste of the Garden 2025

🌿✨ Sip, Savor & Support! ✨🌿 Join us for an unforgettable evening in the garden — all in support of The Hunger Task Force! 🍷 Taste local beer & wine 🥕 Enjoy garden-inspired appetizers 🎶 Live music from Tom Conrad 🌼 Take a garden tour 🎟️ Bid in the silent auction & enter our wine raffle It’s the perfect mix of relaxation, community, and purpose — all under the summer sky. 🌙 21+ only | Casual event 🎟️ Tickets: $30 in advance / $35 day of Purchase online 🔗bit.ly/TOG_2025 or stop by The Hunger Task Force to grab yours!

10:00 PM GMT - 01:00 AM GMT

📍The Charmant Rooftop Terrace

🍻 Brews & Views: A Rooftop Brewery Takeover

Join us Wednesday, August 20, as 3 Sheeps Brewing Company takes over the terrace. Think frosty pints, wood-fired pizza, and golden-hour views of Downtown La Crosse. Bring your crew, grab a slice, and toast to summer nights done right.

10:00 PM GMT - 12:00 AM GMT

📍Fork & Fable Crafthouse

Teriyaki Flank Steak Bowl Night with Half Acre Beer Company

If you have Chef T putting anything in a bowl, you can bet your bottom dollar it's going to be delicious! Join us August 20th for a fantastic evening of Half Acre craft beer and what promises to be a delicious, featured food, a Teriyaki Flank Steak Bowl! Half Acre will be in the building doing giveaways, and answering any beer-related questions you might have! The Beer: - Daisy Cutter Pale Ale - Smoking Gull American Pale - Gossamer Golden Ale As always, the featured food will be presented on event day! See you soon!

10:00 PM GMT - 01:00 AM GMT

📍Grounded Patio Cafe

[DOGUST DAY] Patio Puppy Party for Coulee Region Humane Society

🎉 Dogust Day at Grounded Patio Cafe 🎉 Join us for a paws-itively fantastic afternoon at Grounded Patio Cafe on Wednesday, August 21st from 4-8pm! We’re celebrating all things dog with a fun-filled event benefiting the Coulee Region Humane Society (CRHS). 🎶 Live Music: Enjoy music from 5-8pm as you mingle with fellow dog lovers. 📸 Puppy Photo Booth: Capture adorable moments with our furry friends at our puppy photo booth! 🍽️ Doggy Menu: Treat your four-legged pals to some special goodies from our doggy menu, supporting CRHS 🎟️ Raffle Prizes: Don’t miss your chance to win exciting raffle prizes! All raffle ticket sales will help fund CRHS’s amazing work. 🐾 CRHS Tabling: Stop by and learn more about the Coulee Region Humane Society and how you can support their efforts. Bring your pups, your friends, and your love for dogs! Let’s make this a memorable day for our community and our furry friends. 🐶❤️ Mark your calendars and we can’t wait to see you there!

09:00 PM GMT - 01:00 AM GMT

📍Viking Memorial Park, Spring Grove

🎶 Music & Market

Spring Grove Music & Market happening every Wednesday, May through August. Come enjoy our Farmer's Market starting at 4pm and live music and food from 5pm-7pm every Wednesday in Viking Memorial Park in Spring Grove, MN. Food served by local community groups.

09:00 PM GMT - 12:00 AM GMT

September 2025

October 2025