CAN'T MISS!
GIANT PUMPKIN REGATTA
Watch skippers paddle their carved, hollowed-out 700 pound pumpkins across Cedar Creek to win money for a local charity of their choice!
SUNDAY ONLY
10AM - 1:30 PM Carving
1:50 PM Judging
2:00 PM Regatta!​​​​​​​​
WINE BISTRO
Stop by our NEW Wine Bar and discover wines you won't find anywhere else at the Festival (plus some local favorites). Local connoisseurs will be on hand to answer questions and provide samples. Charcuterie bites will also be available for purchase here.
TYPEWRITER POET
Stop by the Good Vibes Beverage Bar in front of the Kuhefuss House and get a personalized poem inspired by your story, memory, or imagination—typed on a vintage typewriter while you wait!
SUNDAY ONLY
10AM - 5:00 PM​​​​​​​​
GRAPE STOMP COMPETITIONS
Teams of 4 race to stomp as many grapes as they can. Fun for participants and spectators alike! Competitors names are drawn at random.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
1PM & 3PM // Adult & Kid Stomps
In-person registration begins at 11AM daily. ​​
Questions? Call 262-377-8020​​
GLASS MAKING WORKSHOP
Join Mack Glass for an interactive glass making workshop! Create one of the following projects to take home:
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Pendant necklace
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Pumpkin
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Marble
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Planter pick
Workshops are $40 and are 20-30 min. Open to ages 12+. No experience necessary. ​​​​
Grab the mic (or a drink or two) and enjoy some karaoke!
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SUNDAY ONLY: 3-5PM
THIRD SPACE BEER GARDEN
Take a break and enjoy a beverage in the Third Space Brewing Beer Garden on the City Hall Lawn! Featuring a selection of Third Space Brewing favorites, it's the perfect place to relax, catch live music from the Main Stage, or grab some food from the Festivals Food Court.
GIANT PUMPKIN CARVING
Watch carving master Steve Dahlke create 2 different masterpieces on massive pumpkins!
SPECIAL FEATURES
Feeding & Changing
A respite for anyone with little ones! Stop by Advent Lutheran Church between 10am - 5 pm. Enter through the Prayer Garden on the lower level. W63N642 Washington Ave.
Seating Area
Take a break at the City Hall Seating Area! Chairs and loungers are generously provided by the Amish Craftsman Guild.
Lost Child Prevention
Visit the Festival Info Booths at Mill St. or Bridge Rd. to grab your FREE safety wristbands and stickers for kids. Sponsored by Port Washington State Bank.
GENERAL INFO
Weather
Pets
Accessibility
Festivals will be held rain or shine! We only close down if instructed to do so by Cedarburg Emergency Services. Please be advised that severe conditions may delay or cancel performances/events.
Security
Police officers, Firemen, and EMTs will be present throughout the Festival grounds, and all streets will be blocked with barricades. The following are not allowed within the Festival footprint: Outside alcohol Firearms / Weapons Pets (service animals only)
Lost & Found
If you lose or find an item, fill out this form and staff will be in touch as soon as possible.
For the safety and comfort of all Festival attendees, please leave all pets at home (unless they are a certified service animal). If you attend with 4-legged friend, you may be asked to take them home. We would LOVE to see your pets during the K9 Carnival in July!
Getting Here
Washington Ave. between Bridge Road and Western Ave. in Cedarburg
Brochure
Click below to view the 2026 brochure
Due to the historic nature of Downtown Cedarburg, many buildings are not easily accessible for persons with mobility challenges or strollers. Please visit the 'accessibility' section of this page for further information.
First Aid
First Aid booths (staffed by Aurora Health Care) are located in Cedar Creek Park and across the street from the Community Gym on Washington Ave.
Entrance
All of our Festivals are free to attend, and no tickets are required. Additionally, there is no entrance gate. Click below to view an interactive map of the Festival footprint.
ACCESSIBILITY
PARKING
Please visit our Parking page for more information
RESTROOMS
Accessible bathrooms can be found at:
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the Community Gym (South side of building)
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Cedar Creek Park (North side)
Accessible portable toilets can be found at:
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Sheboygan & Washington
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The Settlement at Washington
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Washington & Bridge (NW Corner)
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Washington & Cleveland
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Cedarburg Art Museum
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Lincoln Building (South & West sides)
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Cedarburg Cultural Center (South wall)
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Portland & Mill (NW corner)
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Washington & Mill
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Turner & Hanover ​​
THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING SPONSORS!
They make our Festivals possible, so be sure to show them some love!
PRESENTING SPONSOR
COMMUNITY MAIN STAGE SPONSOR
HARVEST ALLEY SPONSOR
BEER GARDEN SPONSOR
HARVEST HOLLOW SPONSORS
SPONSORS
