SUMMER IN WISCONSIN®
Maybe it’s the taste of juicy, organic fruit straight from a farmer’s stand or the live music that beats throughout parks and outdoor venues from June through August, but summer is sweeter here. Home to the world’s largest music festival, water capital of the world and many state parks, trails and recreation areas, Wisconsin is a place where summer fun is summer livin’.
Our favorite ways to enjoy Wisconsin summer include zipping around on a speedboat on one of our many freshwater lakes with friends in tow, soaking in the sun on our Great Lakes beaches with a locally brewed beer in hand and toasting marshmallows around a campfire while the stars glimmer brightly and clearly above us. Whether it’s splashing a paddle in the Wisconsin River, biking through one of our state parks or simply taking in the serenity of a Northwoods silent forest, there’s something here for everyone. Summer entertainment is so endless that you’ll find yourself wishing you had more than a few months to take in Wisconsin summer, and with any luck, you will.
SUMMER FACTS
15,000+
FRESHWATER LAKESWisconsin DNR, 2017
WATERPARK
CAPITAL OF THE WORLDOfficial Site For Wisconsin Dells, 2017
LARGEST
MUSIC FESTIVAL IN THE WORLDSummerfest.com, 2017
Summer Events
Dane County Farmers Market
May - October
Madison
Summerfest
June - July
Milwaukee
Country Jam USA
July
Eau Claire
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HAVE A LOOK IN WISCONSIN®
One thing Wisconsin’s regions all have in common is how unique they are. Every community in Wisconsin holds its own individual charm and characteristics, making our state one of the best options for fulfilling your personal and career goals.
From the natural playground of our forests and lakes to the vibrant communities hosting world-renowned festivals and farmers markets, Wisconsin balances enriching experiences with the essentials of a superior education and high-quality healthcare. Regardless of what you’re looking for, one of our safe, diverse neighborhoods is a good place to start being more you.
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Our residents are some of the happiest and most ambitious people in the nation—but don’t just take our word for it. Take theirs.
“It’s no surprise we ended up in Wisconsin. The state has everything we were looking for: good schools, four wonderful seasons, a tremendous quality of life, exceptional cost of living, low crime rate and much more.”
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