Heritage Days Events & Activities Iron County WI

08/05/2026

Today is the day!

Loon Day in Mercer!

Something for everyone

08/02/2026

🖤🩵 Calling All Loon Explorers! 🩵🖤

Looking for something fun for the kids at Mercer Loon Day? Be sure to stop by one (or all!) of these locations to pick up a FREE Loon Day Goodie Bag while supplies last!

🎁 Each goodie bag includes:
🦆 A specialty Mercer Loon Day Sticker
📖 Fun loon facts
✏️ Activities for kids
🎶 Information about the different loon calls

📍 Pick up your goodie bag at:
⛺ Mercer Chamber Tent – Between Krist Gas Station & The Wampum Shop
📚 Friends of the Library Booth – In front of the Mercer Library
🏒 North Lakeland Bucks Hockey Booth – Next to the DNR & North Lakeland Discovery Booth near the Loon Calling Contest Stage

📅 Wednesday, August 5, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Downtown Mercer

Goodie bags are available while supplies last, so be sure to stop by early!

We can't wait to see all of our young Loon Explorers enjoying a day of fun, learning, and adventure at the 46th Annual Mercer Loon Day!

08/01/2026

Keep updated on all things PAAVO 🏃‍♂️🏃🏼

07/31/2026

In our official count it was 28 votes class of 76 and 24 votes for Highline

Congrats to Class of 76 for being the fan favorite.

And thank you to all that participated

Already looking forward to next year 🇺🇸

07/30/2026

This Saturday in Mercer 🚴‍♀️🚴🏻‍♂️🚴🏼

🚴‍♀️ Join Us This Saturday for the 2nd Annual Mercer Bike Fest & Loon Ride! 🚴‍♂️

Get ready to explore the beautiful Northwoods on Saturday, August 1, 2026, while supporting the future of biking in Mercer!

Hosted by ICORE (Iron County Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts), the 2nd Annual Mercer Bike Fest & Loon Ride raises funds to help expand the Mercer bike trail from Carow Park along Highway J to WinMan Trails, ultimately creating a 26-mile loop connecting Mercer and Manitowish Waters as part of the Heart of Vilas County trail system.

🚴 Choose your ride:
✅ 7-mile route
✅ 24-mile route
✅ 50-mile route

📍 Ride starts at 9:00 AM from Carow Park on the shores of beautiful Grand Portage Lake.

After your ride, stick around for:
🎶 Live Music
🌭 Food & Lunch
🎁 Giveaways & Raffles
🏖️ Swimming at the beach
🎉 Kid-friendly activities

Your registration includes:
✔️ Moisture-wicking ride shirt
✔️ Lunch
✔️ Beverage

👨‍👩‍👧 Kids 10 and under ride FREE (with a paid adult) and do not need to register online.

Come enjoy a great day on the trails while helping build the future of cycling in the Northwoods!

📲 Register today and learn more: tinyurl.com/mercerbikefest

We hope to see you on the trails! 🚴☀️🌲

07/29/2026

🛍️✨ One of the best parts of Loon Day? Exploring hundreds of unique vendors!

This year, you’ll find hundreds of vendors lining the streets of downtown Mercer with something around every corner - from handcrafted jewelry, Northwoods décor, artwork, clothing, soaps, candles, woodworking, gourmet treats, specialty foods, local businesses, nonprofits, and so much more.

Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, treating yourself to something one-of-a-kind, or just love seeing what talented makers have created, you’ll want to give yourself plenty of time to browse.
See you there!

📅 Wednesday, August 5
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Downtown Mercer

07/29/2026

2026 Paavo Nurmi Marathon 🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍➡️

🏃💰 BIG NEWS, RUNNERS! 💰🏃

The 2026 Paavo Nurmi Marathon is raising the stakes!

We’re offering CASH PRIZES for our top finishers!

🏅 Full Marathon
💵 $250 – Overall Male Champion
💵 $250 – Overall Female Champion

🏅 Half Marathon
💵 $250 – Overall Male Champion
💵 $250 – Overall Female Champion

🏅 5-Person Relay
💵 $500 – 1st Place Team!

Whether you’re chasing a PR, qualifying for Boston, or simply looking for an unforgettable race experience, the Paavo has something for everyone.

✨ Wisconsin’s Oldest Marathon
🏅 Finisher Medal & Race Shirt
🍲 Famous Mojakka
🎉 Post-Paavo Party
🇫🇮 A celebration of Finnish heritage
🌲 Beautiful Northwoods scenery

📅 Saturday, August 8, 2026
📍 Hurley, Wisconsin

Tag your running partner, relay team, or that friend who always says, “Maybe next year…” 👇

Registration is OPEN—don’t wait!

07/27/2026