Events

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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™ Rib Fest 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's Details Page.

2010: Recurring Events February MarchMay June July August September October November December

2011: January February

2010 Recurring Events

May 1 to

June 30

ARTIST'S INTERACTIVE

Art shows, hands-on demonstrations and classes taught by artists who live and work in the Northwoods. Feel free to browse the website to learn more about the artists of Wisconsin’s Northwoods.

(715) 477-2205

Artists Interactive

June 14 to

August 30

BINGO *

Held every Monday, June 14 thru August 30 at the St. Germain Community Center – 7:00 PM. Food provided.

(715) 477-2205

May 31 to

September 6

FLEA MARKET

Every Monday from Memorial Day thru Labor Day held at the St. Germain Community Park from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM by the St. Germain Fire Department Auxiliary. Food by the Lioness Club. Rain or Shine! For more information, visit www.st-germainfleamarket.com.

(715) 891-7333

June 16 to

September 4

WATER SKI SHOW

The Plum Lake Ski-ters perform regular shows held on Plum Lake (west of Sayner) every Saturday and Wednesday starting at 7:00 PM. Regular shows run from June 16 to August 21. Shows start at  6:30 PM from August 25 to September 4.

  • Click here to view the Plum Ski-ter's 2010 Show Schedule! (PDF)

(715) 542-3789

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February 2010
February 20

27th RIDE WITH THE CHAMPS

presented by MODINE HotDawg Garage Heaters

Starting from the Whitetail Inn at 7:30 AM with registration and breakfast, there are two routes scheduled. The vintage ride group will head to Minocqua and 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. For information, visit www.snowmobilehalloffame.com or email info@snowmobilehalloffame.com.

(715) 542-4488
2009 Ride with the Champs
February 27

BO-BOEN HOSTED VINTAGE SNOWMOBILE RACE

Held at the St. Germain Community Park with registration at 7:00 AM and racing starting at 10:00 AM, this event is hosted by the Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club. There will be food and drinks available. Part of the Northern Vintage Snowmobile Race Series. For details, visit the NVSRS website at www.nvsrs.org or email them at info@nvsrs.org.

(715) 493-4981

(715) 272-1722
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March 2010
March 20

ICE GOLF TOURNAMENT

Headquartered at Black Bear Lodge with golfing on Little St. Germain Lake from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, enjoy your first day of spring on the lake! Entry fee ($25) includes 9 holes of golf on ice (balls provided), appetizer spread at the Bear’s Den, trophies, raffles and door prizes. Proceeds benefit the Vilas County Food Pantry.

(800) 563-4340
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May 2010
May 15

10th ANNUAL EARLY SEASON TEAM CHALLENGE

Get ready for fishing! 2, 4 or 6 man team fishing tournament on Big St. Germain Lake, Lake Content or Fawn Lake. Join us for great fishing, great food, fun & prizes! Lodging packages available. For information, call Fibber's Restaurant at 715-542-3810 or St. Germain Lodge at 715-542-3433.

(715) 542-3810

(715) 542-3433

May 30

CLASSIC SLED ROUND-UP

Presented Sponsored by Arctic Cat, Inc. of Thief River Falls, Minnesota on Sunday, May 30, 2009. Vintage and antique sled show and swap at the Community Park. Show registration starts at 8:00 AM. Music and food all day. Awards presentation at 3:00 PM. Sled registration is $5.00 (max $25.00) and swap space is $20.00 for a standard size area. For additional information, visit the web site at www.snowmobilehalloffame.com and to view photos and judging results from past Roundups.

(715) 542-4488

2009 Classic Sled Round-Up
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June 2010
June 10

PARTY WITH THE PACK

Join select Green Bay Packers for an evening of fun, dinner, auctions of football memorabilia and autograph signing. Held at The Bear’s Den at Black Bear Lodge from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in St. Germain and benefits Angel on My Shoulder, a non-profit cancer support foundation. For more information, visit www.angelonmyshoulder.org or email them at angel@nnex.net.

(715) 477-1500 ext. 233
June 11

14th ANNUAL ANGEL ON MY SHOULDER GOLF SPECTACULAR

To benefit Angel on My Shoulder, a non-profit cancer support foundation. Event starts at 9:30 AM. This gives golfers a chance to come out swinging to make a positive difference to those living with or affected by cancer and to raise money to benefit Angel On My Shoulder and the causes they champion. For more information, visit www.angelonmyshoulder.org or email them at angel@nnex.net.

(715) 542-2614
Angel On My Shoulder
June 12

3rd ANNUAL WALK IN THE WOODS ART FAIR *

3rd Annual Fine Art Fair in St. Germain! Held in the park directly behind the Chamber of Commerce from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Featuring talented artists from around the Midwest and their works, including but not limited to: pottery, paintings, photography, handmade jewelry and furniture. There will be wine for sale by the glass and by the bottle from Brigadoon Winery as well as a wine tasting with fine artisan cheeses provided by Sartori Foods. Also, live background music can be enjoyed by Bret and Frisk, throughout the day.

(715) 477-2205

June 13

CATHY'S 12th ANNUAL ICE CREAM SOCIAL

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. To benefit Angel on My Shoulder, a non-profit cancer support foundation. Raffle prizes, games and 32 flavors of ice cream! Money is raised to benefit Camp Angel/Camp Teen Angel. For more information, visit www.angelonmyshoulder.org or email them at angel@nnex.net.

(715) 542-2614
Cathy's Ice Cream Social
June 15-17

BOATER'S SAFETY CLASS

Held at the St. Germain Community Center from 8:00 AM to noon each day. A reminder that boater education certification is required by law for anyone born on or after 1/1/89 and 16 years or older before they may operate a motorboat on Wisconsin waterways.

(715) 477-2118

June 18 & 19

COMMUNITY WIDE RUMMAGE SALE *

For more information contact the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce.

(715) 477-2205

June 27

6th ANNUAL FREEDOM 5K FUN RUN

Headquartered at the St. Germain Community Park with registration starting at 7:30 AM and race starts at 8:30 AM, trophies and medals awarded by age and gender categories. Held in conjunction with the Independence Day festivities. For more information, visit www.freedom5k.org.

(715) 542-2372

(715) 542-3022

June 27

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION *

Start your Independence Day celebrations in St. Germain! Held at the St. Germain Community Park, start your holiday celebration with the parade at 1:00 PM in downtown St. Germain followed by rides and games for all ages at the Community Park. Fireworks at dusk.

(715) 479-7634

2009 Independence Day Parade
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July 2010
July 8

CHRISTMAS IN JULY CRAFT FAIR *

St. Germain's largest craft fair is held from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the St. Germain Community Park. Children's attractions, pet parade, climbing wall and a visit from Santa! Great food and beverages will be available at the shelter.

(715) 477-2205

Christmas in July 2009
July 17

2nd ANNUAL CAR & CRAFT SHOW

The St. Germain PrimeTimers will be hosting a Car Show and Craft Show. There will also be a Kids Carnival from 10:00 to 2:00. The location is the St. Germain Park and Pavilion. For further information contact Fred at 715-479-6310 or email fradtke@verizon.net

(715) 479-6310

July 31

JOE BUCHER BLUES FEST

11th Annual Blues Fest. Held from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM at the St. Germain Community Park. Live music and Memphis ribs & pork butts prepared by authentic Memphis smokers. Fundraiser for Northland Pines Youth Football & Cheerleaders.

(715) 362-7800 ext. 2605

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August 2010
August 5-7

6th ANNUAL PIG IN THE PINES™ RIBFEST *

Professional Award Winning National Rib Vendors cooking ribs every day; try a sampler or have a meal. Live bands performing all three days! Games and rides for everyone. Event hours are 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM each day.

Don't miss out in 2010 on the best music line-up yet!

Click here for details.

(715) 477-2205

6th Annual Pig in the Pines™ RibFest
August 28

BO-BOENS BENEFIT PIG ROAST & BASH

Held at Sportsmen's Chalet starting at 2:00 PM with serving scheduled for 5:30 PM, enjoy a great meal with proceeds to Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club trail maintenance.

(715) 479-8788

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September 2010
September 17

TOWN SCARECROW CONTEST JUDGING *

Celebrate the autumn season by viewing the many scarecrows decorating St. Germain. Judging will begin at Noon. Call the Chamber to have your name put on the list of residents or businesses participating.

(715) 477-2205

2009 Scarecrow Contest Winner
September 18

51st ANNUAL COLORAMA *

St. Germain is the “Birthplace of Colorama”. Craft Show from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Auction, farmers’ market, wine tasting and pumpkin painting for the children. “Mums the Word” fall flower sale. A variety of great food available. Held in St. Germain Community Park.

(715) 477-2205

2009 Colorama
September 18

LIONS PAINTBALL TURKEY SHOOT

Sportsmen’s Chalet-1:00 PM.

(715) 479-8788

September 21

WOMEN'S SERVICE CLUB FASHION SHOW

Held at the Whitetail Inn starting at noon with the door opening at 10:30 AM, sponsored by the Women's Service Club.

(715) 542-2454

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October 2010
October 2 & 3

22nd ANNUAL GREATER WISCONSIN MUSKIE TOURNAMENT *

Ten area lakes are included in this catch & release tournament. Cash drawing and many fantastic door prizes are awarded to the entrants. More information, entry forms, and regulations are available online. 2009 results and highlights are now posted on the Greater Wisconsin Muskie Tournament webpage.

(715) 477-2205

2009 Muskie Tournament Winner
October 30

11th ANNUAL OKTOBEARFEST

On the grounds of Black Bear Lodge from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Featuring cabin crafts exhibitors, hay rides, pumpkin painting, polka music, German food and beverages. Event benefits Vilas County Historical Museum.

(715) 479-5778

(800) 563-4340

11th Annual OktoBEARfest
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November 2010
November 13

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 27

16th ANNUAL TOWN TREE LIGHTING *

The Town Christmas Tree at the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce will be lit at 6:30 PM.

(715) 477-2205

2009 Town Tree Lighting
November 27

TOWN CHRISTMAS DECORATING CONTEST *

Call the Chamber by 11/24 to sign up! Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.

(715) 477-2205

2009 Winner-St. Germain Bed & Breakfast
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December 2010
December 4

BRUNCH WITH SANTA

Held at the St. Germain Community Center from 9:30am-Noon, children enjoy activities and eating with Santa.

(715) 542-3008

December 27 & 28

SNOWMOBILE SAFETY CLASS

DNR / Bo-Boen sponsored. Pre-registration required. First class starts at 9:00 AM on December 28th. Lunch furnished by Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club.

(715) 479-4605

(715) 479-8007

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January 2011
January 8

11th ANNUAL ORIGNINAL NORTHWOODS POLAR BEAR PLUNGE

At St. Germain Lodge & Resort. Plunge begins at noon. Call for pledge sheets and registration form. To benefit Angel on My Shoulder, a non-profit cancer support foundation. In 2010, an astonishing $28,000+ was raised by 125 jumpers to benefit Camp Angel/Camp Teen Angel and other programs of Angel On My Shoulder. For more information, visit www.angelonmyshoulder.org or email them at angel@nnex.net.

(715) 542-3433

(800) 860-3431

Original Northwoods Polar Bear Plunge
January 8

PRIMETIMERS SNOWFLAKE DANCE

Held at the St. Germain Community Center from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. There will be live entertainment by The Music Connection, food and beverage served. Public is welcome.

(715) 479-6310

January 21 & 22

SNOWMOBILE RADAR RUN

Held on the West Bay of Little St. Germain Lake - race your snowmobile against the gun - 1,000' distance! 660' & 1,000' practice tracks. Friday - practice runs & Saturday - trophy runs.

(715) 479-6310

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February 2011
February 2 & 3

VOGEL ENTERPRISES GROOMER SHOW

Equipment displays and demonstrations from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Food served by the Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club.

(715) 479-4200

Vogel Enterprises Groomer Show
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