Port Edwards Village Events

09/01/2026

08/30/2026

What a great night! Thanks so much to everyone that came out, we hope you had a fantastic time!

08/29/2026

We’re all set up and ready to go! The weather is looking great, come on down to Port Palooza from 4-8pm TODAY! 🥳

08/25/2026

🎉 PORT PALOOZA BLOCK PARTY IS THIS SATURDAY! 🎉

School is almost back in session, so let’s have ONE LAST BIG PARTY with our families, friends, and neighbors!

📚 Start the afternoon with Story Time with Kathy McGrath from 3:00–4:00 PM in the El Café Event Room. Come for the stories and stay for the Port Palooza Block Party!

There will be something for everyone:

🎸 Live bands (Ramshakel and Boogie Train)
🍺 B**r tent
🚚 Food trucks
🌽 Fresh corn on the cob—sold by the ear!
🎨 Face painting
🏰 Bounce houses
🌽 Co****le Tournament
🏃 5K Fun Run/Walk
🥧 Pie-eating contest
🏆 Family Olympics

Think your family or team has what it takes to be the best in Port Edwards? Challenge your neighbors in the:

🏃 Relay Race
🥔 Potato Sack Race
💦 Water Bucket Challenge

Come ready to compete, laugh, cheer each other on, and have a great time! Trophies will be awarded to the winning families or teams. Registration for the Family Olympics is greatly appreciated so we can plan for everyone.

🥧 PIE-EATING CONTEST—ONLY SIX SPOTS AVAILABLE! 🥧

Pre-registration is required for the pie-eating contest.

Register ahead of time at El Café or online:

https://forms.gle/GrDCyEAEiWDGHhkY6

❤️HUGE thank you to everyone that has put time into making this event happen. See you Saturday!

08/23/2026

🏃Did you know that there will be a FREE 5k Fun Run/Walk at Port Palooza?! That's right - registration is free, just meet in front of the Nekoosa Port Edwards State Bank (240 Market Ave.) to sign up and get more information before the 5K begins at 6pm.

The course will begin at the bank, cross Letendre Ave., and follow the beautiful Ahdawagam trail that runs through Port Edwards.

08/23/2026

🎸 Join us at Port Palooza on 8/29 from 4-8pm in downtown Port Edwards. There will be live music performed by Ramshakel and Boogie Train throughout the night!

08/22/2026

🍔 Port Palooza will have some delicious options for food! Here is a peek at the lineup we have for Port Palooza on 8/29 from 4-8pm in downtown Port Edwards (Market Ave.)

8 Byte - Gourmet Grilled Cheese
El Sembrador Food Truck
Chix N Roll
The Daily Special Food Truck
Fusco's Chow Bella
Sarah Sweets
Just 1 More Scoop
Bread by Jamie
Sweet Treats by Arin
Honey dipped sweet corn

08/21/2026

📖Join retired kindergarten teacher Kathy McGrath at Port Palooza for a children's story time shortly before the festivities begin!
Storytime will begin at 3pm in the community room at El Café.

🎉Make sure you join us afterwards for a fun filled night at Port Palooza - 8/29 from 4-8pm in downtown Port Edwards (Market Ave.)

08/17/2026

Think your family has what it takes to become the 2026 Port Palooza Family Olympics champions? 🏆 Get a team of 4 together and head to El Café to sign up!

**Team check in will take place at 4pm in front of El Cafe**

08/14/2026

✨Sponsor Spotlight✨
We would like to thank Tom's Garage for their contribution to this year's Port Palooza!

Located at 311 Letendre Ave. in Port Edwards, Tom is a knowledgeable local mechanic who can help you with vehicle repairs and maintenance.

Make sure you join us for a fun night of activities at Port Palooza - 8/29 from 4-8pm in downtown Port Edwards (Market Ave.)