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2008 Events- January - February - March - April - May - June - July August - September - October - November - December
| January 5-March 31 |
| Winter film Festival- Effigy Mounds National Monument Films will be shown Saturdays and Sundays on the hour, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and also on Mondays at 1 p.m. free admission- 563-873-3491 |
| January 26 |
| Spaghetti & Poker Library Fundraiser Uncle Sam's Saloon-McGregor's Landing Event Center, 111 First Street, McGregor 5-end of tournament Spaghetti Dinner from 5-7 p.m. for a donation to the McGregor Public Library. Takeout available. Poker Tournament begins at 7:00 p.m.- Grand Prize is awarded at the end of the tournament. Hosted by the Hole in the Sock Gang Volunteer Reenactment Group- All proceeds benefit the McGregor Public Library |
| February |
| Winter film Festival- Effigy Mounds National Monument Films will be shown Saturdays and Sundays on the hour, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and also on Mondays at 1 p.m. free admission- 563-873-3491 |
| February 2 |
| Owl Prowl- Effigy Mounds National Monument Explore the fascinating owl, 5:30 p.m. 563-873-3491 |
| February 9 |
| Ice Fisheree Begins at Sny Magill Access, awards to follow at Riverview Inn- Business Hwy 18, McGregor 800-896-0910 |
| February 16 |
| Annual Progressive Dinner A five-course progressive dinner tour of the B&Bs & Inns of Marquette and McGregor! Advanced Reservations are required by calling 800-896-0910 or 873-2186 Package deals available- click here for more event info! |
| February 23 |
| Bald Eagle Appreciation Day Held on the grounds of the Prairie du Chien Wisconsin Welcome Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Live Bald Eagle programs, exhibits and presentations, viewing & children's activities 800-732-1673 CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| February 22-23 |
| The Annual Winter Triathlon Includes a Euchre tournament at participating area bars Friday night, parade Saturday with the Triathlon to follow- Bed Races, Turkey Bowling and a Clothes Relay. A weekend of Bar tournaments, benefit lunch, raffle & much more. Call 563-873-2186 for more details. |
| March |
| Winter film Festival- Effigy Mounds National Monument Films will be shown Saturdays and Sundays on the hour, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and also on Mondays at 1 p.m. free admission- 563-873-3491 |
| March 8 |
| Jose Cole Circus World Class Family Entertainment with live fire display, animal acts, elephant rides and lots of excitement! One show at 2 p.m., MFL Mar Mac McGregor Center 800-896-0910 |
| April 5-6 |
| Trader's Jubilee- River Junction Trade Co. & McGregor's Landing Event Center The premier cowboy social event! Trading, dinner and entertainment- period attire required for entrance 563-873-2387 CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| April 18-20 |
| City-Wide Garage Sales- Marquette & McGregor Garage sales throughout both communities 800-896-0910 or 873-2186 |
| April 26-27 |
| The Iowa Wine Trail's Spring Wine & Food Event- Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days 563-873-2509 |
| May 2 |
| Music on the River Cruise- Mississippi Explorer Cruises Enjoy a two hour cruise and the unique blend of folk, blues and bluegrass local musicians. Departs at 6 p.m. from the St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien 877-647-7397 |
| May 10 |
| Guided Bird Walk- Effigy Mounds National Monument 563-873-3491 |
| May 17-18 |
| Uff-da Fest- Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette 563-873-2509 |
| May 24-26 |
| Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette A wide array of Antiques, Crafts, Collectibles and food vendors 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day |
| May 24-26 |
| Spring Arts & Crafts Festival, Triangle Park, McGregor A wide array of Antiques, Crafts, Collectibles and food vendors 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day RULES REGISTRATION |
| May 31 |
| Back Home Boys- McGregor's Landing Event Center- Near Triangle Park, McGregor 7 p.m., Cover Charge at the door. Call 563-873-3150 for more details. |
| June-August |
| Mississippi Blackhawks Water Ski Show Every Friday night at 7 p.m. on St. Feriole Island. Local water ski enthusiasts display their talents, free admission 563-864-7588 |
| June 12-15 |
| Villa Rendevous, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien Fur Trading reenactment event and Flea Market, free admission 800-732-1673 CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| June 14 |
| Guided Bird Walk- Effigy Mounds National Monument 563-873-3491 |
| June 14-15 |
| Jesse James Trail Ride Enjoy an organized trail ride through beautiful Northeast Iowa- food, camping, entertainment and fun! 800-896-0910 CANCELLED |
| June 21 |
| Tour to Sny Magill Mounds- Effigy Mounds National Monument Board the Mississippi Explorer Cruises for a tour through the backwaters to visit an area of the Effigy Mounds seldom visited guided by an Effigy Park Ranger. Tour departs 8 a.m. from St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien- 4 hour cruise 877-647-7397 |
| June 21-22 |
| New Wine Release- Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette 563-873-2509 |
| June 28 |
| Hole in the Sock Gang Street Theatre- Triangle Park, McGregor Old tyme street theatre reenactment with action-packed bank robberies, cowboy shootouts and saloon girls, free show at 1 p.m. 800-896-0910 |
| July-August |
| Mississippi Blackhawks Water Ski Show Every Friday night at 7 p.m. on St. Feriole Island. Local water ski enthusiasts display their talents, free admission 563-864-7588 |
| July 5 |
| Tour to Sny Magill Mounds- Effigy Mounds National Monument Board the Mississippi Explorer Cruises for a tour through the backwaters to visit an area of the Effigy Mounds seldom visited guided by an Effigy Park Ranger. Tour departs 8 a.m. from St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien- 4 hour cruise 877-647-7397 |
| July 4-5-6 |
| Independence Day Celebration-Marquette Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette All weekend long 800-896-0910 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Parade Saturday 11 a.m. in Marquette THERE WILL BE NO FIREWORKS THIS YEAR CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| July 9 |
| Live River Music- McGregor's Landing- Uncle Sam's Saloon Featuring LaBarge, a father-daughter duo from Harpers Ferry. 7-10 pm Tickets are $4 at the door McGregor's Landing Event Center 111 First Street, McGregor 563-873-3150 |
| July 12 |
| Guided Bird Walk-Effigy Mounds National Monument 563-873-3491 |
| July 19 |
| Great River Car Show & Cruise- Triangle Park, McGregor 50s & 60s music, food and lots of great cars competing for trophies in 8 classes, show and registration begin at 10 a.m., cruise at 2 p.m., awards at 3 p.m. |
| July 19 |
| Sounds of Hope Concert- www.soundsofhope.org Marquette City Park, 7 p.m. An artistic and musical presentation of youth from more than 10 different countries. A great family event- fun for the whole family! 800-896-0910 |
| July 19-20 |
| Emma Big Bear Tribute- Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette Storytelling, remembrance and demonstrations 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day 563-873-2509 |
| July 25 |
| Live River Music- McGregor's Landing- Uncle Sam's Saloon Featuring Big Blue Sky's original river music 7-10 pm Tickets are $4 at the door McGregor's Landing Event Center 111 First Street, McGregor 563-873-3150 |
| July 26 |
| Hole in the Sock Gang Street Theatre- Triangle Park, McGregor Old tyme street theatre reenactment with action-packed bank robberies, cowboy shootouts and saloon girls, free show at 1 p.m. 800-896-0910 |
| August |
| Mississippi Blackhawks Water Ski Show Every Friday night through mid August at 7 p.m. on St. Feriole Island, free admission 563-864-7588 |
| August 1 |
| Mark Twain and the Laughing River, Starring Jim Post 7:30 pm, McGregor's Landing Event Center 111 First Street, McGregor Tickets $15.00, Children under 12 get in free. Call Tim at 608-994-2554 for reservations |
| August 9 |
| Summer Fare Tour Enjoy a summer-inspired appetizer feast while touring five B&Bs and Inns around Marquette and McGregor. 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Tickets are $30.00 and packages are also available including lodging and massages! Reserve by calling 800-896-0910 or 563-873-2186 Click here for flyer with more details! |
| August 15 |
| Live Music at McGregor Coffee Roasters- 211 Main St., McGregor 7 p.m. Featuring music by Hannah Haupt. 563-873-CAFE |
| August 15 |
| Live Music at Uncle Sam's Saloon- 111 First St., McGregor 7:30 p.m. Old Time Blue Grass with Kevin Dohse and Janet Keeley Tickets $5.00 at the door-children welcome. For more information call Tim at 608-994-2554 |
| August 16 |
| Moonlight Hike-Effigy Mounds National Monument Walk along the Yellow River board walk and hike along Fire Point Trail enjoying moonlit views of the Mississippi and Yellow River valleys 563-873-3491 |
| August 16-17 |
| Passport to Iowa wine Trail- Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| August 22 |
| Mark Twain and the Laughing River, Starring Jim Post 7:30 pm, McGregor's Landing Event Center 111 First Street, McGregor Tickets $15.00, Children under 12 get in free. Call Tim at 608-994-2554 for reservations |
| August 23 |
| Guided Bird Walk- Effigy Mounds National Monument 563-873-3491 |
| August 30-Sept. 1 |
| Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette A wide array of Antiques, Crafts, Collectibles and food vendors 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day 563-873-3521 CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| August 30 |
| Labor Day Parade & Festivities- Main Street, McGregor Starting at 11 a.m. with the Labor Day Parade, Corn Boil at McGregor Beer & Brats on the riverfront, Hole in the Sock Gang Reenactment, Mark Twain performance starting at 7:30 at McGregor's Landing Event Center (to reserve tickets for this performance call Tim 608-994-2554) and much more! Download Parade Registration Form Here! |
| August 30 |
| Hole in the Sock Gang Street Theatre- Triangle Park, McGregor Old tyme street theatre reenactment with action-packed bank robberies, cowboy shootouts and saloon girls, free show at 1 p.m. 800-896-0910 |
| August 30 |
| Mark Twain and the Laughing River, Starring Jim Post 7:30 pm, McGregor's Landing Event Center 111 First Street, McGregor Tickets $15.00, Children under 12 get in free. Call Tim at 608-994-2554 for reservations |
| September 6-7 |
| Carriage Classic, Villa Louis, Prairie du Chien The Midwest's most elegant and lavishly appointed equine sport driving event, over 100 new and restored carriages compete in a variety of arenas 608-326-2721 CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| September 12-13 |
| Cannons & Redcoats, Fort Crawford Museum, National Historic Landmark, Prairie du Chien A living history exhibit of life in 1814 during the British years. Over 20 historic stations, exhibits include American camp, candle making, bowl carving, lead pouring, cannon firing, French fur trading and more 608-326-6960 CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| September 19 |
| Mark Twain and the Laughing River, Starring Jim Post 7:30 pm, McGregor's Landing Event Center 111 First Street, McGregor Tickets $15.00, Children under 12 get in free. Call Tim at 608-994-2554 for reservations |
| September 20 |
| Railroad Days- Depot Museum, Marquette Enjoy storytelling, telegraphy demonstrations, raffle prizes, museum tours, food and much more! CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| September 20-21 |
| Harvest Days- Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day 563-873-2509 |
| September 27 |
| Hole in the Sock Gang Street Theatre- Triangle Park, McGregor Old tyme street theatre reenactment with action-packed bank robberies, cowboy shootouts and saloon girls, free show at 1 p.m. 800-896-0910 |
| September 27 |
| Guided Bird Walk- Effigy Mounds National Monument 563-873-3491 |
| September 27-28 |
| Gays Mills Apple Festival, Gays Mills, Wisconsin 40 miles Northeast of Marquette and McGregor Arts and Crafts, Flea Market- festival throughout the orchards of Gays Mills 608-735-4810 CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| October 3 |
| Music on the River Cruise- Mississippi Explorer Cruises Enjoy a two hour cruise and the unique blend of folk, blues and bluegrass local musicians. Departs at 6 p.m. from the St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien 877-647-7397 |
| October 4-5 |
| Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette A wide array of Antiques, Crafts, Collectibles and food vendors 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day 563-873-3521 CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| October 4-5 |
| 33rd Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival, Triangle Park, McGregor Numerous vendors sell arts & crafts items which are at least 50% handcrafted by the vendors themselves. Food, live music and lots of fun! 9-5 each day 800-896-0910 Download Registration Form Here! RULES REGISTRATION |
| October 4-5 |
| Hawk Watch Weekend- Effigy Mounds National Monument Live raptor demonstrations, adult educational programs, children's activities and hawk catch and release, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| October 11 |
| Moonlight Hike-Effigy Mounds National Monument Walk along the Yellow River board walk and hike along Fire Point Trail enjoying moonlit views of the Mississippi and Yellow River valleys 563-873-3491 |
| October 11-12 |
| Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette A wide array of Antiques, Crafts, Collectibles and food vendors 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day 563-873-3521 CLICK FOR LODGING LIST! |
| October 11-12 |
| 17th Annual Leaf Arts & Crafts Festival, Triangle Park, McGregor Numerous vendors sell arts & crafts items which are at least 50% handcrafted by the vendors themselves. Food, live music and lots of fun! 9-5 each day 800-896-0910 Download Registration Form Here! RULES REGISTRATION |
| October 18-19 |
| Oktoberfest in Marquette- Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette German food, strolling musician & free wine tasting, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day 563-873-2509 |
| October 25 |
| Hole in the Sock Gang Street Theatre- Triangle Park, McGregor Old tyme street theatre reenactment with action-packed bank robberies, cowboy shootouts and saloon girls, free show at 1 p.m. 800-896-0910 |
| November 1-2 |
| The Iowa Wine Trails Fall Holiday Wine & Food Event- Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day 563-873-2509 |
| November 21, 22 & 23 |
| The McGregor Iowa Gun Show Fri. 5-9 pm, Sat. 9-5, Sun 9-3. McGregor's Landing Event Center, 111 First St, Near Triangle Park, McGregor. 563-873-2387 or 563-873-3069 www.iowaantiquearmscollectors.com |
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