2026

JUNE 6 Green Lake—Green Lake Bike 100 7 Green Lake—Bike the Farms 12-13 Markesan—June Dairy Days JULY 2-5 Princeton—Princeton’s Independence Day Celebration 4 Green Lake—Light Up the Lake July 4 Celebration AUGUST 6-9 Green Lake—Green Lake County Fair 7 Green…

Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin, with miles of shoreline and a year-round array of events and activities, Green Lake welcomes everyone, from the foodie to the outdoors enthusiast, to come and enjoy the good life. The city is adjacent…

Ripon could easily be known for its university. It could be known for its history or for its acres of parks, trails, rivers, and lakes. It could be known for the wide array of shops and restaurants downtown or its…

Local shops, antique stores, and the famous Flea Market make Princeton a great place to experience small-town charm with idyllic character. However long your stay, here are some ideas to get the most out of your day, weekend, or week….

With top-notch educational facilities and comfortable living options for all ages, the friendly neighborhoods of Markesan truly form a community that puts people first. There’s also a wealth of rich history to discover when visiting. Markesan’s past is rooted in…

… and How Visitors Can Help Keep It Special If you’ve spent even a day in Green Lake, you’ve likely felt it—that quiet pull that makes people return year after year. People often say the lake is the heart of…

In an area like Greater Green Lake, how the community looks matters. Parks, storefronts, lakefront homes, and everyday yards all shape the experience of living or vacationing here. For a landscaping company, earning a role in that picture takes years…

Wisconsin lakes are often the backdrop to our picturesque environments and play vital roles in the lives of those around them. Essential to the Greater Green Lake area, Big Green Lake stands as a prime example of the connection between…

On a warm summer day, grandma and grandpa spread out a picnic blanket for an afternoon with the grandkids. The scene would feel right at home on a beach or at the park, but this picnic is happening right outside…

Biking in Greater Green Lake offers a wealth of opportunities and experiences. Whether for the history, the beauty, or the culture, miles of country roads can take you anywhere between Green Lake, Ripon, Berlin, Princeton, and Markesan. There are also…

When you’ve been a staple in your community long enough, the passing of time doesn’t always look the way you expect. It might be hiring the son of a former employee or watching your retired seventh grade math teacher clock…

World-class golf has long been a defining feature of the Greater Green Lake area. Whether looking for something scenic, something historic, or a course to challenge your game, golfers of every ability are sure to enjoy chipping the day away….

Robin Wallenfang is a freelance artist and mural painter living in Green Lake, Wisconsin. Her mural paintings of the Green Lake area can be found in the Kraft Dining Hall at the Green Lake Conference Center, Wallenfangs of Green Lake,…