Don’t miss these annual events in Dodge County

Dodge County’s communities offer a wide range of events all year round, from community celebrations to bird festivals to the county fair. Here are a few annual events you shouldn’t miss.

Hustisford Toilet Bowl: This New Year’s Day tradition features a parade, water barrel fights between local fire departments, music, food, and more

Horicon Marsh Bird Festival: Head to the Horicon Marsh in May for this annual event that features a full weekend of educational experiences, fun activities, and lots of opportunities for birdwatching

Celebrate Waupun: This community celebration held every June features fireworks, a car show, a parade, a motorcycle rally, live music, art displays, and fun for all ages

Lake Sinissippi Lake Fest: Get on the water on Lake Sinissippi in Hustisford at this festival held every July that features pontoon rides, live music, food vendors, family-friendly activities, and a fireworks show

Dodge County Fair: Head to the Dodge County Fairgrounds in Beaver Dam for five days of fun every August, including carnival rides, fair food, a demolition derby, tractor pulls, live entertainment, and agriculture shows

Watertown Riverfest: The area’s largest free festival, Riverfest takes place the second weekend of August (Thursday to Sunday) ever year and features nationally touring musical acts, a car show with more than 500 vehicles, midway rides, and a huge craft show

Audubon Days: Highlights of this September event in Mayville include bed races, craft fairs, live music, a petting zoo, a 5K run/walk, a car show and much more

See more Dodge County featured events here.