Join us for the Annual Cranberry Blossom Festival Wisconsin Rapids is in the heart of cranberry country and we are proud to celebrate where the berries begin. The festival is filled with “berry” fun events including, live music, a parade, arts and crafts, a carnival and of course culinary treats featuring Wisconsin’s #1 fruit crop, the cranberry!

Schedule of Events:

June 19, 2025

Berry Fest Raffle (ongoing)
Purchase your ticket from a gal in the yellow vest of the Wisconsin Rapids Lioness Club. Look for them at Cranberry Blossom Festival events including the Dairy Berry Pancake Breakfast and Cranberry Blossom Festival Parade. Buy a ticket for a chance to win up to $500 cash!  $5 / ticket; multiple winners; do not need to be present to win.

Winners will be drawn on Sunday, June 22nd at 12:45 PM

Dive Into the World of Whales – An Ocean Adventure (10:30 AM – 4:30 PM)
Step inside an incredible 65-foot, life-size inflatable whale and journey into the world of these gentle giants like never before. This free program is supported by the Helen Mead Fund through Incourage.

Wisconsin Rapids Municipal Zoo
1911 Gaynor Ave, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Lunch by the River event - large group of people sitting on grassy area of local park under shade from trees
Lunch By The River (11:30 AM – 1 PM)
Join us for Lunch by the River at the beautiful Veterans Memorial Park in Wisconsin Rapids, WI for delightful entertainment and exceptional food. 2025 Cranberry Blossom Festival Posters will be available for purchase, provided by the Central Wisconsin Cultural Center.

Veterans Memorial Park Wisconsin Rapids
Downtown along the east side of the river between the Grand Ave. & Jackson St. bridges
Hosted by the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce. For more information visit, www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com
Cranberry Guy standing on side of street + kid drawing with chalk on sidewalk
Chalk It Up! (1 PM – 4 PM)
Participants of all ages are invited to create their own sidewalk chalk designs. Register anytime during the event from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. A small chalk kit will be provided, though bringing your own supplies is encouraged. Themes for this year include food, agriculture, and cars. Must be present to win.

Boys & Girls Club of Wisconsin Rapids Area
 501 West Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
For more information visit, www.bgcwra.org
Group of young kids riding carousel ride at Cranberry Blossom Festival
Cranberry Blossom Festival Carnival (6 PM – 10 PM)
Rides, games, food & fun for the whole family all four days!  Parking $5 / vehicle (cash only please), proceeds benefit local Boy Scouts of America.  Admission is free!

Visit the Carnival anytime from 6 PM to 10 PM.

Four-hour unlimited ride wristbands are available at the ticket booth. Please note one wristband is good for one 4-hour time slot on any day throughout the weekend.  Time slots set by Tri-State Amusements are:

(6 PM-10 PM)
Grand Rapids Lions Club
2411 36th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 (Hwy W & 36th Street)
For information on the location visit www.facebook.com/lions7154211888.
For carnival information visit Tri-State Amusements.
Outdoor movie setup + group of people sitting in lawn chairs near white semi truck
Cinema Under the Stars – 20th Anniversary! (Opens at 6:00 PM)
Enjoy a movie, The Wizard of Oz, under the stars in downtown Wisconsin Rapids. Admission is FREE. Bring your own lawn chairs or spread out a blanket and make a picnic. Popcorn and snacks will be available for purchase. The movie will begin at dusk. Hosted by Sunrise Rotary.

West side of the river, along 1st Avenue South between West Grand Avenue and Goggins Street (in front of Tribune Building)
Hosted by Sunrise Rotary. For more information visit, www.wisconsinrapidsrotary.org
Wisconsin Rapids Aqua Skiers in double pyramid formation on water
Aqua Skiers Water Ski Show (Pre-Show at 6:00 PM)
Watch the FREE water ski show set to the theme of “Talladega Nights.” This hour-long show is family friendly and will highlight many ways you can move across the water. Music, dancing, barefooting, jumping, pyramids, and the graceful ladies performing ballet and swivel skiing are all part of this event.

Red Sands Beach at Lake Wazeecha
6411 South Park Road, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
For more information visit, aquaskiers.org.
Group of people standing and sitting in front of McMillan Memorial Library
McMillan Concert Series – Daddio Jazz Band (7PM)
Daddio Jazz Band is a contemporary improvisational group, comprised of some of the most experienced players in Wisconsin.

McMillan Memorial Library
490 East Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

June 20, 2025

Berry Fest Raffle (ongoing)
Purchase your ticket from a gal in the yellow vest of the Wisconsin Rapids Lioness Club. Look for them at Cranberry Blossom Festival events including the Dairy Berry Pancake Breakfast and Cranberry Blossom Festival Parade. Buy a ticket for a chance to win up to $500 cash!  $5 / ticket; multiple winners; do not need to be present to win.

Winners will be drawn on Sunday, June 22nd at 12:45 PM
Cranberry Guy mascot and man near pancake griddle
Dairy Berry Pancake Breakfast (6 AM – 10 AM)
Enjoy a delicious breakfast including pancakes, sausage, cheese curds, coffee, and more!  Adults $10; kids age 5-12, $7; age 4 and under free. Cash only.

Lincoln High School Cafeteria
1801 16th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI  54494
Park in student lot between football field and PAC
Hosted by the Grand Rapids Lions Club. For more information visit, www.facebook.com/lions7154211888
Car covered in handmade quilt and parked in driveway
Material Girls Quilt Show (9 AM – 4 PM)
Quilt and basket raffles, vendors, food, and special displays including Log Cabin Quilts. Vote for Viewers Choice and check out the Silent Bid Quilts. See the Historic Point Basse group do manual quilting. Check out the Something Old & Something New shop or have your sewing machine cleaned by Brubaker’s. A “Quilt of Honor” presentation will be held Saturday, June 2st at 11:00 AM. Don’t miss the Quilted Car!

Assumption High School
445 Chestnut Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Hosted by the Material Girls Quilt Club.
Group of young kids riding carousel ride at Cranberry Blossom Festival
Cranberry Blossom Festival Carnival (1 PM – 10 PM)
Rides, games, food & fun for the whole family all four days!  Parking $5 / vehicle (cash only please), proceeds benefit local Boy Scouts of America.  Admission is free!

Visit the Carnival anytime from 1 PM to 10 PM.

Four-hour unlimited ride wristbands are available at the ticket booth. Please note one wristband is good for one 4-hour time slot on any day throughout the weekend.  Time slots set by Tri-State Amusements are:

(1 PM-5 PM OR 6 PM-10 PM)
Grand Rapids Lions Club
2411 36th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 (Hwy W & 36th Street)
For information on the location visit www.facebook.com/lions7154211888.
For carnival information visit Tri-State Amusements.

Downtown on Tap (5 PM – 9 PM)
8th annual live music, food, and fun along the Wisconsin River!  No cost to attend. Face painting until around 7 PM. Food trucks & beverages available for purchase. Bring your sealed, purchased beverages from downtown establishments. No carry-ins. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live music by Barefoot Americans.

Veterans Memorial Park
112 2nd Street North, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Hosted by Current Young Professionals – Wisconsin Rapids

June 21, 2025

Berry Fest Raffle (ongoing)
Purchase your ticket from a gal in the yellow vest of the Wisconsin Rapids Lioness Club. Look for them at Cranberry Blossom Festival events including the Dairy Berry Pancake Breakfast and Cranberry Blossom Festival Parade. Buy a ticket for a chance to win up to $500 cash!  $5 / ticket; multiple winners; do not need to be present to win.

Winners will be drawn on Sunday, June 22nd at 12:45 PM
Car covered in handmade quilt and parked in driveway
Material Girls Quilt Show (9 AM – 4 PM)
Quilt and basket raffles, vendors, food, and special displays including Log Cabin Quilts. Vote for Viewers Choice and check out the Silent Bid Quilts. See the Historic Point Basse group do manual quilting. Check out the Something Old & Something New shop or have your sewing machine cleaned by Brubaker’s. A “Quilt of Honor” presentation will be held Saturday, June 2st at 11:00 AM. Don’t miss the Quilted Car!

Assumption High School
445 Chestnut Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Hosted by the Material Girls Quilt Club.

Cranberry Blossom Festival Arts & Crafts Vendor Fair (10 AM – 3 PM)
Stroll through downtown Wisconsin Rapids for a free, family-friendly outdoor event, happening rain or shine! Shop over 80 vendors from across the state. Be sure to bring your appetite to fully enjoy a wide variety of food options.

West Grand Avenue (between the bridge & 3rd Avenue South)
Hosted by the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce. For more information visit, www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com
Little Girl Fishing in pond with Cranberry Guy standing on shore
Kids Learn to Fish (11 AM – 1 PM)
Learn to fish & tie fishing knots at this catch & release free event.  Kids of all ages and experience are welcome; gear will be provided or bring your own.

Grand Rapids Lions Club
2411 36th Street S., Wisconsin Rapids, WI  54494 (Hwy W & 36th Street)
For more information visit, www.facebook.com/lions7154211888
Street view of the South Wood County Historical Museum
Ice Cream Social (1 PM – 3 PM)
Stop by the South Wood County Historical Museum for the annual Ice Cream Social. Serving up vanilla ice cream with delicious cranberry topping. The museum will be open to visitors during the event.

South Wood County Historical Museum
540 3rd Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
For more information visit, www.swch-museum.com
Group of young kids riding carousel ride at Cranberry Blossom Festival
Cranberry Blossom Festival Carnival (12 PM – 10 PM)
Rides, games, food & fun for the whole family all four days!  Parking $5 / vehicle until 4:30 PM then goes to $10 / vehicle (cash only please), proceeds benefit local Boy Scouts of America.  Admission is free!

Visit the Carnival anytime from 12 PM to 10 PM.

Four-hour unlimited ride wristbands are available at the ticket booth. Please note one wristband is good for one 4-hour time slot on any day throughout the weekend.  Time slots set by Tri-State Amusements are:

(12 PM-4 PM OR 6 PM-10 PM)
Grand Rapids Lions Club
2411 36th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 (Hwy W & 36th Street)
For information on the location visit www.facebook.com/lions7154211888.
For carnival information visit Tri-State Amusements.

Grand Rapids Lions Club Concert (5 PM – 10:30 PM)
The Grand Rapids Lions Club proudly presents Blue Monday Group from 5:00-6:30 PM with special guest Back 40 Band from 7:00-10:00 PM. Plenty of food, beverages & fun!  Parking $10 / vehicle starting at 4:30 PM. Music begins at 5PM. Parking is $10 / vehicle starting at 4:30 PM

Grand Rapids Lions Club
2411 36th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 (Hwy & 36th St.)
For more information visit, www.facebook.com/lions7154211888

June 22, 2025

Berry Fest Raffle (ongoing)
Purchase your ticket from a gal in the yellow vest of the Wisconsin Rapids Lioness Club. Look for them at Cranberry Blossom Festival events including the Dairy Berry Pancake Breakfast and Cranberry Blossom Festival Parade. Buy a ticket for a chance to win up to $500 cash!  $5 / ticket; multiple winners; do not need to be present to win.

Winners will be drawn on Sunday, June 22nd at 12:45 PM
Police officer kneeling next to kid holding fish near river
Wisconsin Rapids Police Department
Kids Fishing Contest (9 AM – 11:30 AM)
Annual free event for kids 17 and under.  Snacks, drinks, and prizes for everyone who participates.

East Wisconsin River riverbank (South of Grand Avenue & former Elk’s Club)
Hosted by the Wisconsin Rapids Professional Police Association.
Group of young kids riding carousel ride at Cranberry Blossom Festival
Cranberry Blossom Festival Carnival (12 PM – 4 PM)
Rides, games, food & fun for the whole family all four days!  Parking $5 / vehicle (cash only please), proceeds benefit local Boy Scouts of America.  Admission is free!

Visit the Carnival anytime from 12 PM to 4 PM.

Four-hour unlimited ride wristbands are available at the ticket booth. Please note one wristband is good for one 4-hour time slot on any day throughout the weekend.  Time slots set by Tri-State Amusements are:

(12 PM-4 PM)
Grand Rapids Lions Club
2411 36th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 (Hwy W & 36th Street)
For information on the location visit www.facebook.com/lions7154211888.
For carnival information visit Tri-State Amusements.
Cranberry Blossom Festival Parade + crowd on side of street watching firetrucks drive by
Cranberry Blossom Festival Parade
“Blast from the Past”  (12 PM – 2 PM)
Get ready for theme-filled floats and fun for all! Gather along Grand Avenue for a parade featuring live music and plenty of candy.

The parade starts at the SWC YMCA and heads east down Grand Avenue, ending at 9th Street South.
Hosted by the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce. For more information visit, www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com
Two people in red rubber boat on river using nets to catch yellow rubber ducks
Wisconsin Rapids Fire Department Duck Derby
(After Parade, approximately 2:30 PM)
Purchase a raffle ticket to "adopt" a rubber duck at Wisconsin Rapids Fire Station #1 or #2.  Watch it swim down the Wisconsin River for a chance to win prizes!  Winners do not need to be present.

Date: June 19 - 22, 2025

Location: Various Venues in Wisconsin Rapids, WI

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