Featured Events

Welcome to our events page! From Monday Night Bingo, to Wednesday and Saturday Night Water Ski Shows, to Sundays at Music in the Park, we have some of the best events in the area. You'll be sure to find something for every day of your trip!

Wheels, Wings, Watercraft Show

May 23rd, 2026

At The Manitowish Waters Community Center

This annual family-friendly event features airplanes, classic cars/trucks, vintage boats, motorcycles and more on display. Great food, music, kid's activities and more! Visit with old friends, and make new ones. Spend the day, or stay longer. Relax in the beauty of Manitowish Waters and Vilas County.

More information on registration and classes to come soon!

Night Markets

June 19, July 17, August 14 - 2026

At The Manitowish Waters Community Center

What Is A Night Market?

The Manitowish Waters Night Market is a free, outdoor event showcasing a variety of local vendors, food and drink, and live music. The Manitowish Waters Night Market exists to create a vibrant, family-friendly space that is reminiscent of night markets internationally and to celebrate our community’s entrepreneurs, art, music, food, drink, culture and more! Vendors will range from Arts & Crafts, Food Trucks, Farmer/Grower/Rancher, Artisan Food, Non-Profits, and more!

4th of July Celebration

Saturday July 4th, 2026

We are excited for another wonderful 4th of July celebration this year!

Visit our 4th of July page for more information! 

Manitowish Waters 3rd Annual Scarecrow Contest

Manitowish Waters Community Center Grounds 

Join us for a fun-fall scarecrow contest, open to all businesses, non-profit organizations, schools, and families within our community!

Scarecrows will be displayed along HWY 51 at the MW Community Center Grounds from September 15th - October 3rd 2025. 

Harvest Festival 

September 19th, 2026

The Manitowish Waters Harvest Festival is a free, outdoor event showcasing a variety of local vendors, food and drink. The Harvest Festival is a “kick-off” to the fall season and the start of cranberry harvest in the Manitowish Waters area!

A Night On The Red Carpet

Check back for the 2026 date!

This much-anticipated event celebrates our local businesses, volunteers, and community members. Please join us as we recognize key contributions to business and our community during our annual award presentation and learn about what the Bureau has prepared for your business. 

MW Small Town Christmas

December 4th, 2026

Join us as we kick off the Holiday Season with our Manitowish Waters Small Town Christmas! Holiday themed games, crafts and activities for children, the lighting of the Christmas Tree, bonfire, and more. Stay on your best behavior, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be stopping by!