Events

Discover Something Special

A lot of folks come to St. Germain to get away from it all. But if you prefer a little more excitement, take a look at our Events Calendar. Think you're the best? Then prove it in our annual fishing tournament or on our world-class snowmobile trails. Or maybe it's simply the mouthwatering scent of our Pig in the Pines RibFest that's calling your taste buds. In St. Germain, you'll find temptingly good food, fun festivals and much more. There's always something to celebrate. Come celebrate with us in St. Germain.

Events marked with an * indicate Chamber sponsored events. Event times & dates are subject to change. Please call for verification. Information for crafters interested in participating in events can be found on our:

Crafter/Artist Participation Page.

 

2012: Recurring May June July August September October November December

2013: January February March

2012 Recurring Events

May 28 to

September 3

ST. GERMAIN FLEA MARKET

Held at the St. Germain Community Park every Monday from Memorial Day to Labor Day from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Held rain or shine! Presented by the St. Germain Fire Department Auxiliary.

(715) 891-7333

Click here for a list of other area flea & farmer's markets.

June 11 to

August 27

BINGO *

Held at the St. Germain Community Center every Monday starting at 7:00 PM. Food provided.

(715) 477-2205

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May 2012
May 27

CLASSIC SLED ROUNDUP

Held from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at St. Germain Community Park. Vintage and antique sled show and swap. Music and food all day. Sponsored by Arctic Cat, Inc. of Thief River Falls, MN.

(715) 542-4463

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June 2 & 3

WISCONSIN FREE FISHING WEEKEND

Every year, the first consecutive Saturday and Sunday in June are designated as Free Fishing Weekend when you can fish without a license throughout the state of Wisconsin. All the waters of the state are open, including state waters of the Great Lakes and rivers bordering Wisconsin. Residents and nonresidents of all ages can fish without a fishing license (or trout or salmon stamps) over these two days. However, all other fishing regulations (length limits, bag limits, etc.) apply.

(608) 266-2272

June 7

PARTY WITH THE PACK

Join select Green Bay Packers for an evening of fun, dinner, auctions of football memorabilia and autograph signing. Benefits Angel on My Shoulder. Held at Black Bear Lodge on Little St. Germain Lake.

(715) 477-1500 ext. 233

June 8

16th ANNUAL ANGEL ON MY SHOULDER GOLF SPECTACULAR

Charity golf outing held at St. Germain Golf Club to benefit Angel on My Shoulder.

(800) 860-4341

(715) 542-2614

June 9

5th ANNUAL WALK IN THE WOODS ART FAIR *

Artists from around the Midwest present pottery, paintings, photography, handmade jewelry, woodcarvings and furniture. Wine tasting and sales, fine artisan cheeses and live music. Held from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the park behind the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce. If you are an artist interested in participating in this event click here.

(715) 477-2205

June 10

CATHY'S 14th ANNUAL ICE CREAM SOCIAL

Held at Cathy's Ice Cream 'n Candy Shoppe. Raffle prizes, games and 32 flavors of ice cream! Benefits Camp Angel/Camp Teen Angel and Angel on My Shoulder.

(715) 479-3492

June 12 to 14

BOATER'S SAFETY CLASS


Held from 8:00 AM to Noon at the St. Germain Community Center.

(715) 477-2118

June 16

COMMUNITY-WIDE RUMMAGE SALE *


Back by popular demand! The St. Germain Chamber will sponsor Community Rummage Sale. This year it is FREE to participate if you sign-up online! If you wish to register in person, the fee would be $5.00. Any St. Germain resident can have their rummage sale included. All you have to do is fill out the online registration form. Held from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM throughout St. Germain.

(715) 477-2205

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July 2012
July 1

8th ANNUAL FREEDOM 5K FUN RUN

Registration at 7:30 AM and race starts at 8:30 AM. Trophies and medals awarded. Held at the St. Germain Community Park in conjunction with the Independence Day festivities.

(715) 542-2372

(715) 542-3022

July 1

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

Craft fair with rides and games at the St. Germain Community Park. Parade at 1:00 PM through the downtown. Fireworks at dusk.

(715) 479-8955

July 5

CHRISTMAS IN JULY CRAFT FAIR *

St. Germain's largest craft fair, children's attractions, pet parade and a visit from Santa! Great food will also be available. Held from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the St. Germain Community Park. If you are a crafter interested in participating in this event click here.

(715) 477-2205

July 7

3rd ANNUAL K-9 KARNIVAL

3rd annual benefit for the Vilas County Humane Society. Canine good citizen testing cgc, Dog Agility demo, 50/50 Raffle, Silent Auction, Dunk Tank, Ask the Vet Booth, Heartworm and Tick Screening, Nail Clipping Station, Bake Sale Table, Kids Games, Dog Games, Vendors and More! Well behaved dogs and kids welcome! PLEASE no flexi leads or females in heat.

(715) 479-9777

July 21

ANNUAL CAR & CRAFT SHOW

Held at the St. Germain Community Park & Pavilion from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Includes a Kids Carnival from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Brat fry and beverages. Hosted by the St. Germain PrimeTimers.

(715) 479-6310

July 27 to 29

NORTHWOODS SUMMER ART TOUR

The Northwoods Art Tour is a self-guided tour of 32 artists' studios, many which are rarely open to the public.  The purpose of the tours are to engage the public in the art making process.  The artists provide demonstrations during the 3 day tour and have artwork for sale at every location.  2012 Northwoods Art Tour dates are: July 27, 28, 29 and October 5, 6, 7 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily.

(715) 476-2910

(715) 476-7872

July 28

JOE BUCHER BLUES FEST

Held at the St. Germain Community Park & Pavilion. Great music, Memphis-style smoked ribs and pork butts. Proceeds benefit Northland Pines Youth Football and Cheerleading organizations.

(715) 891-1943

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August 2012
August 2 to 4

8th ANNUAL PIG IN THE PINES RIBFEST™ *

Professional award winning national rib vendors cooking ribs every day. Live bands. Games and rides for everyone! Held each day from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM in the St. Germain Community Park.

2012 event information is now online!

(715) 477-2205

August 25

BO-BOEN'S BENEFIT PIG ROAST & BASH

Held at Sportsmen's Chalet with serving starting at 5:30 PM. Proceeds benefit the Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club's trail maintenance.

(715) 479-8788

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September 2012
September 8

SUMMER'S END RUN & PADDLE *

End the summer with a weekend of fitness events in the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin! Events include half-marathon/5K footraces held at the St. Germain Community Park in the morning and canoe/kayak races on the scenic St. Germain River in the afternoon.

(715) 477-2205

Summer's End Run & Paddle
September 22

53rd ANNUAL COLORAMA *

St. Germain is the "Birthplace of Colorama". Events include a craft show, farmer's market, wine tasting, pumpkin painting and fall flower sale. Great food will also be available. Held from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the St. Germain Community Park. If you are a crafter or farmer's market vendor interested in participating in this event click here.

(715) 477-2205

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October 2012
October 5 to 7

NORTHWOODS FALL ART TOUR

The Northwoods Art Tour is a self-guided tour of 32 artists' studios, many which are rarely open to the public.  The purpose of the tours are to engage the public in the art making process.  The artists provide demonstrations during the 3 day tour and have artwork for sale at every location.  2012 Northwoods Art Tour dates are: July 27, 28, 29 and October 5, 6, 7 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily.

(715) 476-2910

(715) 476-7872

October 6 & 7

24th ANNUAL GREATER WISCONSIN MUSKIE TOURNAMENT *

Ten area lakes are included in this catch and release tournament. Awards, cash drawing and many fantastic door prizes are awarded to entrants.

(715) 477-2205

October 27

13th ANNUAL OKTOBEARFEST

Held at Black Bear Lodge from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Featuring craft exhibitors, hay rides, pumpkin painting, polka music, German food and beverages. Benefitting the Vilas County Historical Museum.

(800) 563-4340

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November 2012
November 10

NOVEMBER CHRISTMAS BAZAAR

Craft Show with an emphasis on Christmas benefiting Big Brothers/Big Sisters held in the Community Center. Fresh wreaths & garland for sale, bake sales & cookies, children's activities, a 50/50 raffle, holiday gourmet gifts and including a visit from Santa & Mrs. Claus!

(715) 542-2881

November 24

18th ANNUAL TOWN TREE LIGHTING *

Join us for the lighting of the Town Christmas Tree at the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce. Then take a ride around town to view the local Christmas decorations.

(715) 477-2205

December 2012
December 27 & 28

SNOWMOBILE SAFETY CLASS

DNR / Bo-Boen sponsored. Pre-registration required. First class starts at 9:00 AM on December 27th at the St. Germain Community Center. Lunch furnished by Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club.

(715) 479-4605

(715) 479-8007

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January 2013
January 5

13th ANNUAL ORIGINAL NORTHWOODS POLAR BEAR PLUNGE

Plunge begins at noon. Call for pledge sheets and registration form. In 2012, an astonishing $34,140 was raised by 100+ jumpers to benefit Camp Angel/Camp Teen Angel and other programs of Angel On My Shoulder.

(800) 860-3431

(715) 542-3433

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February 2013
February 1-3

SNOWMOBILE RADAR RUN

9th Annual St. Germain Radar Run in 2013! Race your snowmobile against the gun - 1,000' distance! 660' & 1,000' practice tracks.

(715) 479-2934

February 2

PLUM LAKE EMTs HOLES FOR LIFE

Annual Ice Fishing Tournament on Big St. Germain Lake. Registration at 7:00 AM at Fibber's on Big St. Germain Drive. Fishing begins at 8:00 AM & ends at 3:00 PM. There will be cash prizes, raffles, and door prizes. Entry Fee is $25.00.

(715) 891-0572

February 6 & 7

ANNUAL GROOMER SHOW

Always the newest equipment to test out. Food provided by the Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club. Wednesday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM & Thursday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

(715) 479-4200

February 16

30th ANNUAL RIDE WITH THE CHAMPS

Sponsored by HotDawg Garage Heaters by Modine. The Ride precedes the Hall's annual induction ceremony that evening. Starting from the Whitetail Inn at 7:30 AM with registration and breakfast, there are two routes scheduled. The vintage ride group will ride area trails and take part in the photo shoot. The other groups will take the traditional longer ride and return to the Whitetail for an autograph session, Hall of Fame Dinner (starting at 7:00 PM) followed by the Hall of Fame Induction.

(715) 542-4463

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March 2013
March 16

ICE GOLF TOURNAMENT

Benefiting the Vilas County Food Pantry. Held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Little St. Germain Lake. Includes 9 holes of golf, appetizer spread at the Bear's Den, trophies, raffles and door prizes.

(715) 479-5778

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