Events
Sheboygan Area Events
This is your go-to for events happening in and around Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan, WI from restaurant dining specials and live entertainment to community and special holiday events.
Featured Events
SHOP LOCAL & WIN
Make any purchase at any business in the Harbor Centre BID area during April and submit your proof of purchase to be entered to win a drawing for a $250 shopping spree!
Mother's Day Luncheon
Treat Mom to our special Mother's Day Luncheon in The Beacon Restaurant on Sunday, May 12th from 11am to 4pm. Mom will get a complimentary Mimosa with purchase!
LAKE LIFE SHEBOYGAN
If you're anything like us, you are ready for spring! The latest issue of Lake Life Sheboygan features spring break attractions, family-friendly outings, Wisconsin supper club day trips, and hoppin' spring events.
April Events
Bound to Happen Books, Sheboygan's Poet Laureate: Lisa Vihos, Wisconsin Fellowship of Poets, and WordHaven BookHouse, LLC are hosting this Poetry Walk all month in April!
An Exhibition by SuperMonster市 City!
Included with regular admission
Brittish Playwright Tom Stoppard, who went on to write the screenplay for Shakespeare in Love, takes on a satirical, behind-the-scenes perspective of the two somewhat minor characters from Shakespeare's Hamlet. The play takes place mainly "in the wings" of Hamlet, with brief moments from the original play. Between these episodes, the main characters express their confusion about the events occurring around them, of which they never really receive any direct knowledge.
7pm
Erin Krebs sings Ella & Etta - A Tribute to 2 Legends of Jazz and Blues
For one night only enjoy a backstage experience at the Weill Center. Plan for the ultimate night out with lounge seating available and a martini bar as WAMI-award-winning performer, Erin Krebs, sings Ella & Etta!
From sultry Jazz to Blues and Soul, Erin's electrifying performances captivate audiences with her genuine passion and zest for life. Recognized as the Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI) Jazz Artist of the Year in 2023 and 2018 and Female Vocalist of the Year in 2019, she continues to shine in the music industry.
Growing up in Southern Wisconsin, Erin's love for music began at an early age, belting out tunes on table tops at just three years old. With a Bachelor of Music Education Degree from UW-Oshkosh, she dedicated a decade to teaching music before focusing on her career as a vocalist and private lessons.
Erin often works with her partner, guitarist Jeff Johnston. With over 30 years of experience, Jeff's musical fluency perfectly complements Erin's diverse repertoire and unique songwriting style. Together, they create a dynamic and versatile musical experience for audiences.
In addition to the duo, Erin also leads her Jazz group, fronts the Blues & Soul band called Mama Ginger & the Red Hots, and collaborates with Oshkosh's Big Band, The Water City Jazz Orchestra. Throughout her career, Erin has been a featured guest with esteemed local groups in the Fox Valley and beyond.
With a string of successful releases under her belt, including her 2023 album “Brighter Days”, Erin Krebs continues to captivate listeners with her remarkable talent and unwavering dedication to her craft.
Theme: Eco-Justice & the Poet’s Task
The WFOP holds a conference once a year, usually in late April or early May, with locations rotating around the state. Fifty to a hundred of the state's most passionate poets gather to engage in workshops, readings, open mics and book fairs. Distinguished poets are frequent guest speakers. Please check back here for more information, and consult our opportunities and resources pages for news of other activities.
Keynote: Nickole Brown
Nickole Brown received her MFA from the Vermont College, studied literature at Oxford University, and was the editorial assistant for the late Hunter S. Thompson. She worked at Sarabande Books for ten years. Her first collection, Sister, a novel-in-poems, was published in 2007 with a new edition reissued in 2018. Her second book, a biography-in-poems about her grandmother called Fanny Says, came out from BOA Editions in 2015 and won the Weatherford Award for Appalachian Poetry. The audio book of that collection came out in 2017.
She has received grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Kentucky Foundation for Women, and the Kentucky Arts Council. She was an Assistant Professor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for four years and was the co-editor of the Marie Alexander Poetry Series for ten. Currently, she teaches periodically at a number of places, including the Sewanee School of Letters MFA Program, the Great Smokies Writing Program at UNCA, and the Hindman Settlement School.
She lives with her wife, poet Jessica Jacobs, in Asheville where she periodically volunteers at a three different animal sanctuaries. Since 2016, she’s been writing about these animals, resisting the kind of pastorals that made her (and many of the working-class folks from the Kentucky that raised her) feel shut out of nature and the writing about it. Her work speaks in a Southern-trash-talking way about nature beautiful, damaged, dangerous, and in desperate need of saving. To Those Who Were Our First Gods, a chapbook of these first nine poems, won the 2018 Rattle Prize, and her essay-in-poems, The Donkey Elegies, was published by Sibling Rivalry Press in 2020. In 2021, Spruce Books of Penguin Random House published Write It! 100 Poetry Prompts to Inspire, a book she co-authored with her wife Jessica Jacobs, and they regularly teach generative writing sessions together as part of their SunJune Literary Collaborative. Learn more on her website.
7:30pm
Presented by: Brumar Productions
Five skilled professionals with chemistry, synergy, and intuition set Tusk apart as the ultimate Fleetwood Mac tribute band. With an affection and respect for the experience, Tusk brings over 50 years of musical and cultural evolution to the stage. Tusk is more than a band, they are a family. Experience the wonder of a Tusk show for yourself.
Ticket Pricing
- Tier 1: $ 59+fees
- Tier 2: $ 49+fees
- Tier 3: $ 39+fees
Additional information:
-Doors open 1 hour prior to the show.
-No refunds, exchanges or weather cancellations.
-We are not affiliated with any secondary ticket markets.
Tickets can be purchased over the phone at 920-208-3243, in person at 826 N 8th St., or online. The Ticket Office is open Tuesday-Friday, 12-4 p.m.
9AM-NOON
Join staff and other volunteers to get ready for summer! Depending on the weather, projects may include trail, cordwalk, or campground maintenance, Nature Center setup, and other activities to prepare for the busy season ahead. Volunteers should wear work shoes/boots, long pants, and gloves. Bring shovels, rakes, and wheelbarrows if you have them. Individuals and groups are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the indoor shelter in the north campground for assignments. Noon refreshments will be provided. Park admission is free for those volunteering. Pre-registration is not required for individuals. Large groups can contact us prior to the 19th to be sure we’re ready for your help.
Contact the Park Office at 920-451-4080 for details or email Phyllis.mckenzie@wisconsin.gov.
Site Opens: 9am
Program Starts: 9:50am
Walk Kickoff: 10am
1 or 3-mile routes.
New Experience - Same Mission
Walk MS 2024 includes a powerful new experience where you’ll witness how your support changes the lives of people with MS and gets us closer to our ultimate goal: a cure. Whether you live with MS, love someone who does, or are a part of the wider community, you can proudly display your role in the movement and be celebrated for the important part you play. This dynamic new program is a powerful reminder that people with MS are at the center of everything we do and includes Circles of Support — an interactive way for you to self-identify your place in the MS community.
Emagining Sheboygan
Discover more Sheboygan fun with our Marketing Coordinator, Em as she shares A First-Timer's Guide to 48 Hours in Sheboygan and more insider information on her Emagining Sheboygan blog!
My Top 5 Travel Essentials for Wanderlust and Relaxation
Summer is right around the corner and I am ready and eager for the summer weather, activities, vibes, and most of all: travel. I love a beach vacation as much as I love an exploring vacation, so I’m combining my favorite elements of relaxation and wanderlust by sharing with you my top 5 travel essentials that will fulfill both travel needs for your next trip.
A Peak Behind the Curtain at a Taste of Sheboygan
This week was the first inaugural Taste of Sheboygan event in the conference center at Blue Harbor Resort, and I had the fortune of partaking in the event and being involved in the process of bringing this event to life. This event was so fun and successful, I thought I’d share about the event and the experience, as well as some cool behind the scenes tidbits.
Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Tips for Travelers
In honor of Earth Day being this month, I wanted to dedicate a post to suggestions for eco-friendly and sustainable habits for travelers to keep in mind, not just during the month of April, but year round.
May Events
Create a wicked trio of sauces your family and friends will rave about!
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Vanilla Bean Rum Sauce: Buttery, rich and creamy with vanilla and rum flavors. This smooth sauce is perfect served over fruit or a dip for graham crackers or vanilla wafers.
Bourbon Pecan Caramel Sauce: This award-worthy sauce takes the traditional pairing of freshly toasted pecans and melt-in-your-mouth caramel and kicks it up a notch. With a dash of cinnamon and the sweet, oaky heat of bourbon, it’s a perfectly sinful indulgence you’ll want to eat with a spoon!
Make and Take Home jars of sweet sauces!
7:30 pm
Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, the Broadway series show Little Women at the Weill Center follows the adventures of sisters Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy March, each determined to live life on her own terms. With a powerful score highlighting personal discovery, heartbreak, hope, and everlasting love, Little Women will leave audiences filled with a sense of adventure and joy as well as heartache, but ultimately will lift the spirit.v
Patrons can receive a 10% discount if purchasing two or more Broadway shows! Offer only available in person or via phone. (920) 208-3243
Ticket Pricing
- Tier 1: $85 +fees
- Tier 2: $75 +fees
- Tier 3: $65 +fees
- Tier 4: $55 +fees
- RESERVED SEATING
Additional Information
- Doors open 1 hour prior to the show.
- No refunds, exchanges or weather cancellations.
- We are not affiliated with any secondary ticket markets.
- 8 tickets per order
4PM
Spring Candlelight Hike: Saturday, May 4 from 8:00 – 10:00pm
Listen to the springtime night sounds as you enjoy a self-guided walk on torch-lit trails. After your hike, enjoy entertainment and activities for all ages around the campfire. Start and finish at the indoor shelter above parking lot P7.
7pm
The adventure continues in this "Star Wars" sequel. Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia and Chewbacca face attack by the Imperial forces and its AT-AT walkers on the ice planet Hoth. While Han and Leia escape in the Millennium Falcon, Luke travels to Dagobah in search of Yoda. Only with the Jedi master's help will Luke survive when the dark side of the Force beckons him into the ultimate duel with Darth Vader.
JMKAC Theatre
12:00 p.m.
Register
6:30pm
Pre-registration is required.
FOR SPECIAL OFFER (each project is $60 instead of the normal $73!)
Malt beverages are are available for purchase in the studio.
Please note, BYOB is not permitted.
Student teams will launch their self-made rockets over Lake Michigan. Viewing is open to the public. Awards are given to top three teams in each division. Teams are evaluated for Presentations, Rocket Construction, Displays and Team Worksheet.
FRI & SAT 9AM-6PM
SUN 9AM-5PM
Book, Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson
Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon. with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Based loosely on Puccini's La Boheme, Jonathan Larson's Rent follows a year in the life of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York's Lower East Side. How these young bohemians negotiate their dreams, loves and conflicts provides the narrative thread to this groundbreaking musical. This is theatre at its best – exuberant, passionate and joyous.
(Rated R)
10AM-5PM
Doors open at 9am to book readings.
Spirit Fair FAQ’s
Whether this is your first time coming to one of our events, or perhaps it’s been a while, here are some of the most frequently asked questions we get about our spirit fairs.
Q: When can I book a reading?
A: Doors open at 9am (One hour before the fair starts) JUST to book appointments with our readers and body workers. No appointments will be made before this time. We HIGHLY recommend coming early to ensure you get the time and reader you want.
Q: How much are readings?
A: 15 minutes: $20
30 minutes: $40
45 minutes: $50
60 minutes: $60
CASH ONLY!
Q: How much is admission?
A: We request a donation of one nonperishable food item per person or cash donation that will be given directly to the area food bank/pantry. (Read more below!)
Lakeshore Lanes – 2519 S. Business Dr. Sheboygan
7:30pm
The biggest entertainment platform for teachers in the world Bored Teachers presents its first-ever comedy tour with the funniest teacher-comedians from the BT videos and beyond! Their hilarious skits have amassed HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS of views on the internet, and they're all joining comic forces on the stage for a night of laughter you DO NOT want to miss... Put that red pen down, pause that Netflix series you've been bingeing, throw on your comfiest teacher tee, call your teacher besties, and come burn off some of that stress this school year has been dumping all over you already!
Having gained popularity and hundreds of millions of views on the internet, Bored Teachers are a group of teacher-comedians who perform hilarious skits to bring a lighthearted approach to the stress and struggles that come along with the profession. This platform of educators of various grade levels brings relatable, laugh out loud skits that teachers and comedy lovers alike will enjoy.
Ticket Pricing
- Tier 1: $55 +fees
- Tier 2: $45 +fees
- Tier 3: $35 +fees
- RESERVED SEATING
9am-5pm
Celebrate the mother in your life! Explore the beauty of spring at the Gardens with birds chirping, flowers blooming, and stories being read. Mothers choose a Bookworm-inspired gift to take home (while supplies last). Admission $8-$12, Mothers and those 2 and younger are free.
6pm
Instructor: Chef Trevor Koch
Class Type: Hands-on
Springtime favorites are starting to make appearances at the grocery stores! Welcome back to spring peas, herbs, tender baby carrots and bulb spring onions. Harvest the new season with new seasonal dishes starring the best of the spring crop.
Menu: Fava Bean Pesto on Rosemary Focaccia ; Spring Pea Risotto with Lemon and Pancetta ; Porcini-dusted Duck Breast with Red Onion Jam
7:30 pm
Barber: Violin Concerto
John Bion, violin
Mahler: Symphony No. 1, "Titan"
Ticket Pricing
- Tier A: $60 +fees
- Tier B: $35 +fees
- Tier C: $20 +fees
- RESERVED SEATING
Additional Information
- Doors open 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to the show.
- No refunds, exchanges or weather cancellations.
- We are not affiliated with any secondary ticket markets.
- A pre-concert talk is offered at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium. There is no charge.
Founded in Sydney, Australia in 2012 by Mark Hawwa and inspired by a photo of TV show's Mad Men's Don Draper astride a classic motorcycle wearing his finest suite, The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride has since raised $45 million dollars for Men's Health and showcased 500,000 classic and vintage riders in 121 countries around the world.
On the same day across the world, participants dress dapper and ride to raise funds and awareness for men’s mental health and prostate cancer research and this year for the first time, a ride will be held in Sheboygan, WI!
Stay with us and get 10% off best available rates!
8AM-5PM
Racing’s glorious past comes to life May 17-19, 2024, as the SVRA Vintage Festival Weekend returns to Road America. The 2024 season kick-off event will showcase all the sights and sounds from motorsport’s pioneering age to modern-era racecars.
The event features a packed schedule. Races will feature cars spanning several decades — many of the entries having previously competed at Le Mans and the Indy 500.
SVRA (Sportscar Vintage Racing Association) SpeedTour events offer tightly regulated, wheel-to-wheel racing with a lineup that includes race groups for all SVRA classes. Classes include Formula 5000, Formula Ford, sports racing, and production sports cars from marques such as Lotus, Alfa Romeo, Jaguar, Porsche, and Corvette from the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s.
MAY 25TH & AUGUST 31ST
11AM-12:30PM
The Pudgie Pie Iron Guy will be back to share the fun of cooking over a campfire with a pie iron. Looking for ideas to take your campfire cooking to the next level? Try your hand at creating tasty treats while learning tips from a pro. Jon provides the gear and food; you put it together! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Meet Jon at the park amphitheater near parking lot P4.
- May 18, 2024 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Wildwood Baseball Park (2024)
2276 New Jersey Avenue
Sheboygan, Wisconsin 53081
- May 29, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Wildwood Baseball Park (2024)
2276 New Jersey Avenue
Sheboygan, Wisconsin 53081
- May 30, 2024 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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Wildwood Baseball Park (2024)
2276 New Jersey Avenue
Sheboygan, Wisconsin 53081
7:30pm
Hot off its Off-Broadway premiere, ‘A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ hits stages across the USA this May, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Performed by former World Irish dance champions, and featuring dancers from the West End’s Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles and heartwarming story telling.
Featuring revamped classics of Danny Boy, Tell Me Ma, Wild Rover, and many more well known songs, the show’s reimagined contemporary score blossoms alongside the brash Irish charm of the live dance cast. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ merges cultural traditions, modern flair, and craic galore, to deliver a performance that has been leaving audiences across the globe jigging on their feet for the last decade.
8AM- 5PM
MotoAmerica Superbikes races are returning to America’s National Park of Speed on May 31-June 2, 2024. Enjoy qualifying on Friday and all-day racing on Saturday & Sunday! Seven classes of road racing – Medallia Superbikes, Supersport, Stock 1000, Junior Cup, Mission King of the Baggers & Royal Enfield Women’s Build.Train.Race. Meet the riders in our open race paddock! Camping, VIP, and Fan Lap packages are available. Saturday features Vintage MotoFest, which includes a ride-in bike show and competition, live bands, and stunt shows. Children 16 years old and younger receive free general admission at the gate with a paying adult
Get up-to-speed on all MotoAmerica classes HERE!
Kickin' It Lakeside is the area's premier soccer tournament hosted by Lakeshore United FC and features some of the best Select and Academy teams from across Wisconsin and the Midwest!
Ranging from U8 thru U19, Kickin' It Lakeside includes 2 brackets for boys and girls at each age group, ensuring competitive play for all with a guaranteed 3-game minimum.
Recurring Resort Activities
Adult Gaming
Guests 21 or older can stop into On the Rocks Bar & Grill during bar hours for a little adult gaming including pull tabs!
S'mores
FRI & SAT | 6PM-9PM
Grab a packet of s'mores from the front desk to enjoy at the bonfire! One per person, while supplies last.
Kids' Crafts
SAT & SUN | 9AM-11AM
Bring the kiddos for crafts like coloring piggy banks, sand art, or painting sun catchers.
Bonfires
FRI & SAT | 6PM-9PM
Settle in with the family around a cozy bonfire to take in the fresh, crisp air and lake views!
June Events
June 1, 2024 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM | Sheboygan Uptown Parklet (N. 8th & St. Clair, Sheboygan, WI 53081)
In collaboration with Sheboygan Active Transportation, SCM invites you to travel outside the walls of the museum and discover stories of people creating a stronger Sheboygan County community through safer, easier, and more diverse active transportation choices. This bike show features objects used and collected by bicycle enthusiasts to help illustrate the power of such vehicles.
- SCM will contribute to the display with our ride-on Garton Pedal Cars (yes, kids CAN ride these at the show!)
- SCM also invites participants and viewers alike to be photographed and record histories about the power of travel in their lives.
This bike show is part of a whole week of events put on by Sheboygan Active Transportation called “Bike and Walk Week.” Find out more: Click Here!
This event is free and open to the public!
11AM-12:30PM
With 30 years of experience cooking with Dutch ovens, Pat and Mike Ward have a wealth of information to share on the how-tos of Dutch oven cooking whether it be for the next camping trip or backyard cookout. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All vehicles will need a state park admission sticker.
Meet at the Outdoor Shelter near parking lot P8.
8am-5pm
On Free Fishing Weekend, you can drill a hole and drop a line without a fishing license, trout stamp or salmon stamp. What a great opportunity for family and friends to give it a try! Please be aware that while you can fish without a license, all fishing regulations remain in effect, including seasons, bag limits and length limits. Please review the regulations before you start. Free Fishing Weekends are always held the third full weekend in January and the first full weekend in June. Watch for clinic announcements in the months ahead.
Wildwood Baseball Park (2024)
2276 New Jersey Avenue
Sheboygan, Wisconsin 53081
$10 for Team Maywood Participants
Registration deadline May 15
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES XPEL Grand Prix presented by AMR takes center stage at Road America, as an international lineup of drivers will have their chance to battle it out for glory on one of the world’s most majestic road courses.
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES is North America’s premier open-wheel series, with athletes representing over 11 countries worldwide. The diverse schedule is made up of superspeedways, short ovals, road courses, and street courses that put athletes’ physical and mental strength to the test, reaching speeds up to 240 mph.
The weekend schedule at Road America will also be bolstered by the junior development series’, the INDY NXT Series presented by Firestone, the USF Pro 2000 series, and the USF 2000 series, of which many drivers of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES are graduates.
As a celebration of the rich history of INDYCAR racing, Vintage Indy will be showcasing a selection of vintage INDYCAR vehicles from the past century. Fans can see these historic vehicles, from classic open-wheel racers to modern Indy cars, up close and learn about the evolution of INDYCAR racing while witnessing parade laps on the track during the weekend.
Fans will also have the opportunity to check out a special Saturday night Road America Challenge winged sprint car doubleheader at the Plymouth Dirt Track featuring the Bumper to Bumper IRA Outlaw Sprint Series. Located just five miles from Road America at Sheboygan County Fair Park. The Plymouth Dirt Track pits will open at 2 p.m., gates at 4 p.m., warmups & hot laps start at 5:30 p.m., qualifying begins at 6 p.m., and racing is at 7p.m. Road America Challenge advance tickets also include a scannable QR code where fans can enjoy $15 off their Sunday Ticket for the XPEL Grand Prix.
7:30pm
Who says #Throwbacks are reserved for Thursdays? The Pop 2000 Tour delivers the TRL moments that will bring you right back to the early 2000s. POP 2000 TOUR features Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, Ryan Cabrera and LFO.
Ticket Pricing
- Tier 1: $60 +fees
- Tier 2: $45 +fees
- Tier 3: $35 +fees
- RESERVED SEATING
7:30pm
A spirited blend of originality and the pursuit of excellence have taken Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles” to a level of recognition normally reserved for Gold and Platinum recording artists.
By respectfully and accurately reproducing the Grammy award winning sounds of our generation’s Greatest American Songbook, this legendary Southern California group, has touched the hearts of fans all over the world. The most successful and longest running show of it’s kind, Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles”, is the ONLY show to have ever received “Official Authorization” to perform the Eagles catalog of music.
So join us on a trip down a dark desert highway… Feel the cool wind in your hair … It’s time to check into …The Hotel California.
Details coming soon!
FREE ADMISSION 7AM - 4PM
Airplane rides, classic car and tractor display, model trains, antique wooden boats, rockets for schools, and food trucks from the Sheboygan area.
Father's Day Pancake Breakfast ~ All you can eat pancakes 7am-11am
Adults: $9, Children (6 and under): $5, Children under two years: FREE
Pilots who fly in: FREE
At the Sheboygan County Memorial Airport
N6191 Resource Drive, Sheboygan Falls
UW-Green Bay and Mental Health America Lakeshore are partnering to host the second annual Mind the Mind Symposium to be held at Blue Harbor Resort and Conference Center, Wednesday, June 19, 2024. The goal of the event is to educate community and business influencers on the importance of mental health and to bring to light the changing landscape of mental health.
7:30pm
In 1977, Junior was invited to join both Stevie Wonder’s band and Bob Marley & The Wailers band. His parents and musician friends helped him decide to accept Bob Marley’s invitation because they were both Jamaicans. The rest is history. The acclaimed Exodus LP became Junior’s debut with Bob Marley & The Wailers. In 1999, Time Magazine declared Exodus The Album Of The Century, while “One Love” was named Song of the Millennium in 2000. Junior was lead guitarist and musical contributor on all subsequent Bob Marley & the Wailers albums and toured worldwide with the Wailers until Bob’s passing in 1981. Since then, Junior has released four CDs with The Wailers: ID, Majestic Warriors, Jah Message and My Friends (Live), plus numerous solo projects include “Wailin’ For Love”, “Smokin’”, “To The Big M Music”, and “Lion To Zion Dub Wise”. In 2002, Junior was included in Guitar World Magazine’s “Top 100 Guitarists of All Time” for his guitar solo on “Africa Unite” from the Bob Marley & The Wailers Survival album. Junior has also been a featured player on albums by Burning Spear, Bunny Wailer, Beres Hammond, Culture, Joe Higgs, SOJA, The Meditations, Israel Vibration, Alpha Blondy, The Congos, and Alborosie among others. After touring with many incarnations of The Wailers since Bob Marley’s passing, Junior has stepped out to front his own unique version of The Wailers, playing and singing Bob Marley & the Wailers hit songs the way Bob intended them to be heard.
8AM-5PM
The WeatherTech Chicago Region SCCA June Sprints return to Road America June 21-23, 2024. The June Sprints have been held every year at Road America since 1956. The 69th WeatherTech® Chicago Region SCCA June Sprints at Road America will feature everything from showroom stock to highly modified purpose-built race cars from eight distinct race groups.
With Road America’s park-like setting, trackside viewing, up-close access to drivers and teams, and legendary cuisine appealing to drivers and fans alike, it’s no wonder the June Sprints remains one of the nation’s premier amateur sports car racing events.
The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli dates back to 1966. Throughout the years, some of the greatest names in motorsports have participated in the Trans Am Series. Names like Tommy Kendall, Mark Donohue, Peter Gregg, Bob Tullius and Wally Dallenbach, Jr. have all won multiple championships under the Trans Am name.
Several distinct classes take center stage in today’s Trans Am Series as it is positioned to power into the future. Trans Am grids are populated by Mustangs, Camaros, Challengers and Corvettes— a massive dose of pure Americana. A Trans Am Series race is 100 miles in length, and does not require a mandatory pit stop for fueling, tires or driver changes. As a sprint, it is driver versus driver, and that means its flat out racing from start to finish. Learn more about Trans Am.
Formula Race Promotions (FRP) is set to support the Trans Am Speed Tour Weekend at Road America with the F1600 (FF/Formula Ford) Championship Series, F2000 Championship Series, F1000 Championship Series, and the Atlantic Championship Series. Learn more about FRP.
International GT, a North American racing series that includes three different championships for late model Porsche and Ferrari competitors, will also compete during the 2024 Trans Am Speed Tour weekend at Road America. Learn more about International GT.
3PM-8:30PM
5PM-9PM
This will be the second installment of the art show at Longhouse Axe Bar and will be a collaborative event featuring over 30 local artists. The theme for this show is color.
10am-3pm
Amateur players of all skills levels are welcome to join us on our beautiful campus to play an exciting round of disc golf during this 18-hole flex tournament!
Play anytime between 10 am – 3 pm to be eligible for prizes and giveaways.
CASH PRIZES
1st - $500
2nd – 300
3rd - $100
- Groups are required to have at least three players. Individuals who register as single players will be grouped with other single players.
- Entry fee includes a player pack containing a t-shirt, disc, lunch voucher, and other items.
- $25 per person for pre-registration. $30 per person on day of the event.
- There is no fee to attend the tournament to watch players.
- Food and beverages will be available and open to the public 11 am – 1 pm.
Registration will also be available the day of the tournament.
July Events
Wildwood Baseball Park (2024)
2276 New Jersey Avenue
Sheboygan, Wisconsin 53081
Sheboygan celebrates Independence Day with the annual Freedom Fest event:
Independence Day Parade
9am – North 8th Street & Center Avenue to Michigan Avenue to Broughton Drive
Sponsored by Wisconsin Bank & Trust
Freedom Fest – Music, Food and Fun:
Noon – 11pm – Deland Park
Sponsored by Plenco
Live Music Lineup: TBA
Stay tuned – more details to come!
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Festival Fireworks
9:30pm – lakefront near South Pier
Sponsored by Festival Foods
8AM-5PM
A mid-summer tradition, the WeatherTech® International Challenge with Brian Redman at Road America, taking place July 11-14, 2024, is one of the largest vintage racing events in the United States. The WeatherTech® International Challenge road race features over 400 vintage and historic racecars competing across several days.
The iconic Formula Ford racecar will take center stage as the featured marque for the highly anticipated 2024 WeatherTech International Challenge with Brian Redman at Road America. This momentous occasion will commemorate the 55th Anniversary of the Formula Ford racer’s illustrious history, paying homage to the legendary machines that have graced the track over the years. Formula Ford has long been revered as a breeding ground for aspiring racing drivers, nurturing talent and showcasing exhilarating competition. The 2024 event promises to be a fitting tribute to the remarkable legacy of these open-wheel racecars, highlighting their enduring impact on motorsport.
An additional feature that is sure to thrill participants and attendees is the Ragtime Racers exhibition. Dressed in period coveralls, goggles, and leather helmets, they bring the spirit of early racing to life while ensuring everyone’s safety. The Ragtime Racers offer an immersive journey into history. Their pits feature a mesmerizing 100-foot diorama, replicating a race shop from over a century ago, complete with authentic tools, a forge, vintage equipment, and period-specific signage.
The Ragtime Racers are the only group where race organizers permit a “rider” in race cars on track, creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience for hundreds of guests, VIPs, and news media. At Road America, be prepared to step back in time and witness the Ragtime Racers’ living tribute to motorsports heritage. It’s not just racing; it’s a captivating journey through history at America’s National park of Speed.
The WeatherTech International Challenge is a premier vintage gathering featuring everything from the sights and sounds of the past 100 years of racing to a special Concours d’Elegance on Friday and Saturday along the streets of Elkhart Lake. The 2024 event is a can’t miss spectacle for any racing enthusiast. Come out to Road America to witness this impressive racing legacy.
4:30pm-8:30pm Rain or Shine
-Sandwiches – burgers, brats, chicken breasts, and MORE
-Proceeds support the future of Sheboygan County through Education and other Early Bird Rotary initiatives!
Summer Candlelight Hike: Saturday, July 20 from 8:30 – 10:30pm
Bring your friends and family to the park for a self-guided hike along the cordwalk and beach. Torches will light the way along the beach cordwalk and between Parking lots three and five. No pets or strollers for the candlelight hike, please. The Sanderling Nature Center will be open from 8–10:30pm. We recommend parking in lots P3, P4, P5 or P6.
Get ready for the GRIDLIFE Summer Apex, the ultimate blend of music and motorsports, landing at Road America from July 26-28.
This festival is your ticket to a weekend packed with high-speed racing, killer live music, and the best kind of summer chill.
ON TRACK FEATURES
NOS Energy TrackBattle Time Attack Series, presenting the fastest time attack cars in North America in a battle for lap time supremacy.
GRIDLIFE Touring Cup (GLTC) The fastest growing Club Race series in the country returns to Road America with FOUR Races Friday and Saturday. Each of the four sprints will present over 50 cars in this incredibly diverse class of custom built touring cars.
DRIFTING comes to Road America presenting nearly 100 drift cars on two tracks, presenting both on the Motoplex as well as a special high speed session on the main circuit.
GRIDLIFE RUSH SR This fast growing racing series presents the spec Rush SR Sports Racer in a Flat out Driver VS Driver battle for 4 Races throughout the weekend.
Sunday, take your own car out on the track in our HPDE or Sunday Driver program where you can get easy track instruction and guided lead follow laps on the historic turns of Road America.
OFF TRACK FEATURES
AFTERGRID Music festival, The full GRIDLIFE festival experience finally comes to Road America featuring main stage headliners Saturday night along with pop up music experiences throughout the track all weekend long.
The GRIDLIFE Concours / Showcase brings the best builds right to the heart of the paddock. Hand picked feature cars along with show categories for every build.
Between the races, hang out in the GRIDLIFE Arcade, Jump in on the Disc Golf tournament or just cruise around the track and vibe out with friends new and old.
Whether you’re a hardcore motorsports fan or just looking for a unique way to spend your summer weekend, GRIDLIFE Summer Apex at Road America has you covered.
Bring your crew, soak in the summer vibes, and make some memories at the crossroads of music and motorsport. See you on the GRID
August Events
North America’s premier sportscar series returns to America’s National Park of Speed, bringing several familiar names for race fans and a handful of down-to-the-wire battles. IMSA races feature elite sportscars from nearly 20 different manufacturers, including Mercedes, Ferrari, Chevrolet, and Aston Martin. The skill of the drivers, paired with advanced automotive technology, creates a high-stakes, adrenaline-fueled race weekend you do not want to miss.
Brat Days is back in Sheboygan with free admission and free music in Kiwanis Park! The park is open 4pm to 11:30pm on Friday and 11am-11:30pm on Saturday with a marketplace, amusement rides, memorabilia tent, family area, and of course live music on the Johnsonville Main Stage and plenty of food and drinks at the Sheboygan Jaycees Main Food and Soda Stand. With limited parking at Kiwanis park, a shuttle service is available both days.
It’s BACK! The Coho Derby is returning to Deland Park this August with three days of bands, fishing, family fun, and big fish on display.
August 9th-11th, 2024
Sheboygan, WI welcomes powerboat racing back to the western shore of Lake Michigan for a second year! This year's event will be open to all offshore classes. Race teams are expected from around the world, including Australia, Italy, Sweden, Canada, and Norway.
Speed seekers, water enthusiasts, and families will all enjoy this inaugural competition and exhibition weekend in Sheboygan, WI on the pristine waters of Lake Michigan right in front of Blue Harbor Resort. Bring your own chairs or blankets, food and drinks for watching the races from one of the public viewing areas. You will also find food trucks stationed in various spots near the viewing areas.
Stay tuned for further information as it becomes available!
6:30PM-8:30PM
Blending his background in jazz with the sounds of indigenous music from around the globe, Ryan Meisel’s “Spiritual Currents” is a presentation of music that blurs the lines between performance, meditation, and soulful exploration. Ryan’s music honors his deep spiritual connection to the earth and nature while providing a context for his personal expression through organic sound. Come for the concert; stay for the drumming circle.
Meet at the amphitheater.
8AM-5PM
The Fanatec GT World Challenge America headlines an all-sportscar weekend at Road America August 16-18, 2024. In addition, the event will feature rounds for GT America powered by AWS, the Toyota Gazoo Racing North America GR Cup Series, Pirelli GT4 America, and TC America powered by Skip Barber. This weekend of thrilling sportscar racing will bring exotic GT3, GT4, and Touring Car machinery from global luxury auto brands like Acura, Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, and Porsche to America’s National Park of Speed in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.
These performance racing machines will take to the popular 4-mile, 14-turn road race circuit as part of a worldwide racing series spanning Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. The SRO GT World Challenge at Road America will showcase two 90-minute races featuring full-service pit stops, driver changes, and non-stop excitement on Saturday and Sunday.
8PM-9PM
Master naturalist instructor Jim Buchholz and his wife Kathy will lead a hike along the Woodland Dunes Trail to experience what can be heard and “seen” in the dark of the night. Family-friendly hike: children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring insect repellent and wear comfortable shoes. No pets allowed.
Meet near the outdoor shelter in the south picnic area, parking lot P8.
11AM-12:30PM
The Pudgie Pie Iron Guy will be back to share the fun of cooking over a campfire with a pie iron. Looking for ideas to take your campfire cooking to the next level? Try your hand at creating tasty treats while learning tips from a pro. Jon provides the gear and food; you put it together! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Meet Jon at the park amphitheater near parking lot P4.
September Events
7:30pm
STAYIN' ALIVE is the largest and most definitive production of its kind, offering big screen video clips, photos and dazzling imagery. STAYIN' ALIVE has played intimate settings as a six piece band and huge venues with a 62 piece orchestra. STAYIN' ALIVE is the quintessential tribute band to the Bee Gees, capturing the excitement of live performance and the tender subtleties of the human voice!
8AM-5PM
With a rich history and an unwavering commitment to preserving the legacy of vintage racing, this three-day racing spectacle promises to captivate enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Over 300 meticulously restored vintage and historic race cars, spanning 11 racing classes, will grace the iconic Road America track, presenting a mesmerizing journey through automotive history. From the graceful curves of classic sports cars to the raw power of muscle machines, every era and every passion will be showcased.
A unique highlight of the event is the open-access paddock, inviting spectators to immerse themselves in the world of vintage racing. This is a rare opportunity to get up close and personal with these magnificent racing machines, each prepared to era specifications, and witness the dedication and craftsmanship of maintaining these automotive treasures.
October Events
The Sports Car Club of America returns to Road America in 2024 and 2025 for the 61st and 62nd running of the annual SCCA National Championship Runoffs, a gathering where the top SCCA racers in the country go head-to-head and prove who is best. Throughout its 50+ year history, the Runoffs have been held at legendary tracks. It is an event that caps the SCCA Road Racing program each year and has evolved into what is widely known as the pinnacle of U.S. amateur road racing.
Join us for German food, craft beer, music, raffles, and fun! The Mayor’s International Committee (MIC) is hosting the annual Esslingen Fest to celebrate our Sister City relationship with Esslingen, Germany. The MIC is a group of Sheboygan residents appointed by the Mayor of Sheboygan, empowered to represent and further the City’s commitment to understanding and friendship between the Sister Cities and the City of Sheboygan.
Fall Candlelight Hike: Saturday, October 12 from 6:30 – 8:30pm
Listen to the autumn night sounds as you enjoy a self-guided walk on torch-lit trails. After your hike, enjoy entertainment and activities for all ages around the campfire. Start and finish at the indoor shelter above parking lot P7.