Category Archives: Prairie du Chien
GREAT RIVER ROAD DAY at Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin
75th ANNIVERSARY EVENT — GREAT RIVER ROAD DAY Co-sponsored by Villa St Louis (a Great River Road Interpretive Center) and Prairie du Chien Parks & Recreation
“Droppin’ of the Carp”
New Year’s Eve festivities, bonfire, entertainment, countdown at 11:40 p.m., St. Feriole Island, Blackhawk Ave, Prairie du Chien.
Carp Fest
Week long family orientated activities including lighted sledding hill, torchlight ski/hike, skating party, bowling, snow bowl football, ice fishing and more. Event culminates with the annual Droppin’ of the Carp. For a list of activities contact the City Parks & … Continue reading
Holiday Parade
Downtown Prairie du Chien along Blackhawk Ave.
Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
Three mile run/walk, Hoffman Hall, Prairie du Chien.
Servants Supper
An afternoon hands-on adult cooking workshop for adults that takes place in the Mansion Kitchen and Preserve House. Themenu will reflect the ethnic diversity of the servant staff. Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien, reservations required.
Spooktober
Children will trick or treat in downtown businesses for a safe, fun Halloween experience. Enjoy a costume contest for ages 0-12, free trick or treat bags, wagon rides, pumpkin coloring contest, games, goodies and prizes. Blackhawk Avenue Business District trick … Continue reading
Hoffman Halls of Terror Haunted House
October 21-22 & October 29-30, Sponsored by the Parks & Recreation Dept.
Oktoberfest
Celebration to show the German Heritage of the area, German food, drink and music. Held at St. Feriole Island Gardens, Prairie du Chien.
Shihata Orchard Fest
Visit the Apple House with 19 varietiesof apples, jams & jellies, award winning cider, pumpkins, Wisconsin wine, cheese and sausage. Weekend outing of family fun with Country Fun Park, wagon rides in the orchard, U-pick apple, and The Pumpkin Patch. … Continue reading
“Visiting Our Ancestors”
Costumed interpreters present a guided tour of Prairie du Chien’s six historic cemeteries. The tour begins with the Old French Cemetery, the oldest cemetery in existence in the upperMississippi Valley, continues to St. Gabriel’s Cemetery behind the oldest church structure … Continue reading
Fall Foliage Cruises
Two hour Mississippi River cruise on heated boat departs from Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main. Cruises daily at 11 a.m., additional cruise on Saturday & Sunday at 2 … Continue reading
Bits & Pieces
History and music blend to tell the story of the Civil War and the U S Swift Army Hospital (1864-1865) in Prairie du Chien, marking the opening of a new exhibit on the Swift Hospital. Program at 1:30 p.m., Fort … Continue reading
Cannons at the Fort
Historic reenactors present aspects of early 19th century domestic and military life at Prairie du Chien, when a fort was the prominent part of the community. Musket and cannon firing demonstrations occur throughout the event. Fort Crawford Museum, Prairie du … Continue reading
Flea Market
Over 200 vendors, St. Feriole Island along the Mississippi River, Prairie du Chien.
Annual Villa Louis Carriage Classic
The mid-west’s most elegant and lavishly appointed equine sport driving event. Some of the region’s finest horses and over 100 new and restored carriages compete in a variety of arena and cross-country events. Learn how this event descends from the … Continue reading
Black Hawk War and Treaty of 1805 Mississippi River Cruise
Explore the confluence of the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers as a local historian tells the story of the Black Hawk War and treaty of 1805. This two-hour cruise is a must for river and history buffs, departs at 11 a.m., … Continue reading
Breakfast in a Victorian Kitchen
Hands-on cooking workshop for adults. Participants take a culinary tour of the late 19th century through the preparation and consumption of a Victorian breakfast – using the foods,utensils and technology of the time, family style breakfast served followed by tour … Continue reading
Cajun Fest
Enjoy a “Taste of Louisiana” with authentic Cajun food, Louisiana Beers and music. Various ball games all weekend, St. Feriole Island Ball Park, Prairie du Chien.
Bald Eagle Watching on the River
This two-hour cruise will visit active Bald Eagle nests, departs from Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
Breakfast in a Victorian Kitchen
Hands-on cooking workshop for adults. Participants take a culinary tour of the late 19th century through the preparation and consumption of a Victorian breakfast – using the foods,utensils and technology of the time, family style breakfast served followed by tour … Continue reading
Annual Fisheree
Ice fishing competition on waters near Prairie du Chien with headquarters at Lakeview Marina Bar & Restaurant, County K, Prairie du Chien, outing for the entire family, fishing prizes, and evening entertainment, (Fisheree WILL BE HELD – ice or no … Continue reading
Prairie du Chien Half Marathon & 5K Race
Race begins at St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien. Open to runners and walkers. Medals awarded!
Prairie Dog Blues Festival
Two stages in a park-like setting, international, national and regional blues bands performing. Camping on site. Event shuttle runs to motels in town. Food and beverage stands, various vendors with hand-made products. Ticket hotline opens May 1, St. Feriole Island … Continue reading
Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Come enjoy the celebration of the green, parade with festivities to follow at many local businesses, downtown Prairie du Chien.
Bald Eagle Appreciation Day
Live Bald Eagle and raptor programs, exhibits, birding experts on hand, outdoor viewing of Bald Eagles through spotting scopes, life-size Bald Eagle nest, activities for children, held on the grounds of the Prairie du Chien Regional Tourism Center/Prairie du Chien … Continue reading
Chamber of Commerce Annual Fireworks
Fireworks at dusk, St. Feriole Island,Prairie du Chien.
Mississippi River Refuge Cruises
June through September 16 - Wednesdays through Sundays: Mississippi River Refuge Cruises, Magnificent scenery, abundant wildlife, waterfowl and bald eagles welcome you around every bend. This two-hour cruise departs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays through Sundays with an additional cruise at 2 … Continue reading
Annual Prairie Villa Rendezvous
Recreating life as it was in 1840′s when Prairie du Chien was the hub of fur trading. Largest re-enactment in the Midwest, open to the public, free admission. St. Feriole Island along the Mississippi River. Jaycee Buffalo Burger Stands serving … Continue reading
Mother’s Day Mississippi River Cruise
“Bald Eagle viewing on the River” will be the theme of this two-hour cruise departing from Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, Prairie du Chien. Ticket booth at Blackhawk & Main.
Rivertown Reliques
Tour several early historic structures (1850s) in “Upper Town” Prairie du Chien, admission fee. Fort Crawford Museum.
Breakfast in a Victorian Kitchen
Hands-on cooking workshop for adults. Participants take a culinary tour of the late 19th century through the preparation and consumption of a Victorian breakfast – using the foods, utensils and technology of the time, family stylebreakfast served followed by tour … Continue reading
War of 1812 Re-enactment
A historic encampment and battle re-enactment on Wisconsin’s only War of 1812 battlefield, now the lawn of the Villa Louis estate. Learn about the British assault on U.S. Fort Shelby in a battle scenario each afternoon. Tour the camps and … Continue reading
Bird Walk at La Riviere Park
Meet at the La Riviere Park barn prior to 7:30 am. Wear appropriate clothing and foot gear. Binoculars and bird identification book recommended.
Prairie Motel
32 rooms, miniature golf Directions: Hwy 18, 60, and 35
Neumann House Bed & Breakfast
Start your day with a taste of a Victorian past. End your day with the comfort of a quilted feather bed. Walk from century-old home to downtown shops, restaurants and Mississippi River. Felines in residence, not suitable for individuals with … Continue reading
Microtel Inn & Suites
Offers 60 rooms, indoor pool, suites, whirlpool, free breakfast Directions: Highway 18 south in Prairie du Chien
Log House
Three bedroom log house, fireplace, whirlpool. Directions: East on Hwy 27
Holiday Motel
Featuring 18 rooms, whirlpool suites, specialty rooms, free breakfast, cable, nonsmoking rooms Directions: South on Highway 18, 60 and 35
Eagle Creek
Five-bedroom cottage, access to the Mississippi River, boat dock available, full kitchen and living area, close to downtown Prairie du Chien. Directions: Two blocks north on Main St.
Delta Motel
Adjoining rooms with king or queen beds available. Fridges in all rooms. Ample boat parking with plug-ins only. Three miles to river-boat casino. Directions: South on Hwy 18, 60 and 35
Captain’s Cove Motel
Featuring 8 rooms, air conditioning, cable, canoe rentals available, located near Wisconsin River. Canoe and Kayak Rental offered from this location on the Wisconsin River, Kickapoo River and the Mississippi River.
Brisbois Motor Inn
Family-owned motor inn featuring family and efficiency suites, restaurant adjacent, heated outdoor pool and hospitality/meeting room.
Bridgeport Inn Motel
Featuring 50 rooms, indoor pool and whirlpool, suites, Continental breakfast, fitness center, meeting room Directions: South on Hwy 18, 35 and 60
Best Western & Suites
Featuring 42 rooms, Continental breakfast, indoor pool with whirlpool, suites, lounge.
AmericInn
Featuring 44 rooms, an enhanced full breakfast, indoor pool with whirlpool, also whirlpool suites. Directions: Downtown Prairie du Chien
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson
Next to Cabela’s. Includes Bear Foot Bay Indoor Waterpark, Buckhorn Grill & Pub & Video Arcade. Beautifully appointed guest rooms including family suites with separate kid’s room and Playstation II, non-smoking rooms, in-room movies, cable, whirlpool, Continental breakfast, fitness center, … Continue reading
Wacouta Aquatic Park & Fort Fun
Outdoor swimming pool complete with waterslide, picnic area and Fort Fun play area. Open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
Villa Louis
An 1870 Victorian mansion built by the family of Hercules Dousman, an entrepreneurial frontiersman who parlayed various investments into a fortune. His son Louis and wife Nina Dousman built the Villa Louis as the centerpiece of their sprawling country estate. … Continue reading
St. Feriole Island
Area of earliest settlement and activity in Prairie du Chien. Located on the banks of the Mississippi River. Site of the Battle of Prairie du Chien during the War of 1812 and of the First Fort Crawford where three important … Continue reading
Shihata Orchards
Scenic apple orchard, over 20,000 apple trees producing 16 varieties of apples. Visit the Apple House which features apple varieties, unique jams, jellies, and apple butter, local cheese and sausages and fresh cider. Pumpkin patch and weekend wagon rides. Open … Continue reading
Prairie Fun Land
Open spring through the fall. Eighteen holes of miniature golf, golf driving range, go-kart racing, arcade, food. Family fun.
Prairie du Chien Country Club
Eighteen-hole scenic golf course open to the public. Par 17, power carts, full service bar and grill. Open spring through fall. Directions: Three miles south of Prairie du Chien on Hwy 18 and 35
Mississippi Explorer Cruises
Explore More. See More. Explore the wild and scenic backwaters of one of the world’s greatest eco-systems, the Mighty Mississippi River. Our unique cruises venture into the beautiful and protected backwaters of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge and … Continue reading
La Riviere Park
A 300 acre city park in its natural setting with native prairie. Provides hiking, nature, bird watching, skiing, riding trails, picnic area, and free horse camping. Directions: Hwy 18 south, turn left on Vineyard Coulee Road
Spring Lake Inn
Offering six rooms, air conditioning, cable. Pets allowed.
Super 8 Motel
Offers 30 rooms, located near restaurant. Directions: Hwy18/35 South.
Windsor Place Inn
Offering 34 rooms, indoor pool and whirlpool, near restaurant. Directions: Hwy 18, 60 and 35 South
Fort Crawford Museum
Museum of local history at the site of historic Fort Crawford, a National Historic Landmark. Includes Fort Hospital building with exhibits, early research on digestion by Dr. William Beaumont. Open May through October. Directions: Enter Prairie du Chien from East … Continue reading
Captain’s Cove Kayak & Canoe Rental
Canoe rental for a trip on the Wisconsin River summer and fall.
Cabela’s
One of just nine Cabela’s retail stores in the nation. Everything for the hunter, angler and outdoorsman. Hundred of trophy animals and an 8,000-gallon aquarium stocked with fish native to Wisconsin waters. Directions: 33901 State Hwy 35, north of Prairie … Continue reading
Barnyard 9
32-par golf course, open to public, rentals for golf clubs and carts Directions: Three miles north of Prairie du Chien on County K
Bald Eagle Watching
View Bald Eagles from Wisconsin Welcome Center at 211 South Main, Prairie du Chien or along the river on St. Feriole Island. Eagles can be found roosting in the trees at these locations during the winter months – December through … Continue reading
The Pickett Fence
Quilt shop, frame shop, candy store, and seasonal decor in downtown Prairie du Chien.
Valley Fish & Cheese Market
Hickory-smoked fish, chicken and jumbo shrimp, catfish and snapping turtle jerky, cheese curds, pickled fish, hickory-smoked chicken, hand-dipped ice cream beer sticks, specialty seafood and more. Hours Mon-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10:30am-5pm. Directions: East on Hwy 18 coming from Iowa
The Produce Patch
Women’s Casual wear Directions: North on the Highway 35.
The Cannery Antiques & Gifts
Over 30,000 square feet of antiques, crafts and gifts, ice cream and fudge parlor. Directions: North on Highway 35.
Stark’s Sport Shop
Variety of hunting and fishing gear, assortment of wine and liquor, cheeses and specialty foods Directions: Downtown Prairie du Chien.
Our Neck of the Woods
Two floors of rustic outdoor décor. Directions: North on Highway 35.
Eunice’s Liquor & Cheese
Specialty foods, liquor, variety of Wisconsin cheeses, and more. Directions: South of Prairie du Chien on Highway 18/35
Avalo Designs
Full line gift shop and home décor. Directions: South on Highway 18/35
The Barn Restaurant
Near marina and river area, fine dining, banquet facility, bar area, relaxed dining in a rustic barn style surrounded by antiques, party rooms available, Sunday Champagne brunch – seasonal 10am-1pm, nearby golf course Directions: Four miles north of Prairie du … Continue reading
Subway
Directions: Highway 18/35 South.
Spring Lake Inn
Serving lunch and dinner. Directions: Four miles north of Prairie du Chien on Highway 35
Simply
Serving breakfast or lunch in a coffee house atmosphere. Directions: Downtown Prairie du Chien
Pizza Hut
Serving lunch and dinner Directions: Highway 18/35 South.
McDonald’s
Directions: Highway 18/35 South
Lakeview Bar & Restaurant
Overlooking Greymore Lake, serving lunch and dinner, bar area Directions: north on County Road K three and a half miles
Kaber’s Restaurant & Spirits
Serving lunch and dinner, bar area. Close to river, close to motel. Directions: Downtown Prairie du Chien
Hungry House Cafe
Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, homemade pies, close to motel. Directions: Highway 35 north
Huckleberry’s Restaurant
Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, banquet facilities, close to motels, gift shop. Directions: Highway 18/35 south
Fort Mulligan’s
Unique atmosphere. Serving lunch and dinner. Directions: Downtown Prairie du Chien, close to the river.
Eddie’s Irish Pub
Irish pub atmosphere. Serving lunch and dinner. Directions: Highway 18/35 South
Culver’s Frozen Custard
Serving lunch and dinner, drive thru available. Directions: Highway 18/35 south
Coaches Family Restaurant
Family restaurant, senior discounts, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner Directions: Highway 18/35 South
Buckhorn Grill & Pub
Serving lunch and dinner, bar area included, next to Cabela’s. Directions: Two miles north of Prairie du Chien on Hwy 35
