Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in true Wisconsin style! Menomonie is rolling out the red carpet with a weekend packed full of live music, food trucks, local flavors, and fireworks that light up the summer sky. Whether you’re looking for small-town charm, outdoor adventures, or family-friendly fun, Menomonie is the perfect place to make your 4th of July memories.
Thursday Night: Kickoff at Elk Point Resort
Why wait until Friday to start celebrating? On Thursday evening, head out to Elk Point Resort for a night of live music, local vendors, and an early fireworks show over Tainter Lake. It’s a relaxed, fun-filled evening, perfect for kicking off your holiday weekend with family and friends.
Elk Point Resort
📍 N8535 618th St, Colfax, WI 54730
🔗 facebook.com/elkpointresort
Friday, July 4th: Fireworks at Wakanda Park
Looking for a classic, small-town Independence Day celebration? Menomonie, Wisconsin, is bringing back its beloved 4th of July festivities at Wakanda Park, complete with massive fireworks, live music, delicious food, and activities for all ages. From a morning fun run to an evening under the stars, this is the perfect place to celebrate America’s birthday with friends, family, and neighbors.
🎆 Morning Activities
• Fun Run through scenic Wakanda Park
• Pickleball fundraiser for a great cause
• Baseball games to cheer on local teams
•Rassbach Museum and Historical Society exhibits with hands-on maker activities
🎆 Afternoon Fun (starting at 3 PM in the lower park)
• Live music from 3 PM to 11 PM
• Beer tent with refreshing local brews
• Food trucks offering crowd favorites
• Pudding feed for a sweet treat
• Eating contests for a bit of friendly competition
• Bouncy houses for family-friendly fun
🎆 Evening Highlights
• The Dweebs live on the main stage at 7 PM
• Spectacular fireworks show at dusk
Wakanda Park
📍 909 Pine Avenue, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576567784326
Tickets
• Adults: $5
• Children 12 and under: Free
• Veterans and active-duty military: Free (with a special VIP section)
• Family discounts available
Saturday: Explore and Experience
With a fresh start on Saturday morning, explore the Red Cedar State Trail, where you can wander along the river beneath shady trees and spot wildlife along the way. Whether you’re on foot or bike, it’s an easygoing trail that shows off Dunn County’s beauty.
Red Cedar State Trail
📍910 Hudson Rd, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/redcedar
After your trail time, swing by the Menomonie Farmers Market at Wilson Park. The market buzzes with fresh produce, local crafts, and warm community chatter. It is a perfect spot to grab a sweet treat and browse handmade goods.
Wilson Park
📍 800 Wilson Avenue, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗menomoniefam.org
By lunchtime, downtown Menomonie is a hub of local flavor. Pop into Ted’s Pizza for a slice, grab a table at The Log Jam for pub classics, or enjoy the lakeside views at The Waterfront.
Ted’s Pizza
📍 306 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 tedspizzapie.com
The Log Jam
📍 709 South Broadway, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 logjambarandeatery.com
The Waterfront
📍 512 Crescent Street, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 thewaterfrontwi.com
As evening approaches, music lovers can swing by The bEAT at Wilson Park, a lively fundraiser with Uncommon Denominator performing, food, drinks, and the unmistakable energy of a small-town summer night.
Wilson Park
📍 800 Wilson Avenue, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 facebook.com/events/1210659540562675
Sunday: Brunch and Brews
If you’re not quite ready to head home Sunday morning, treat yourself to a relaxing brunch. Just south of Menomonie in Downsville, Scatterbrain Café dishes up farm-to-table favorites and fresh coffee that make it worth the drive.
Scatterbrain Café
📍 E4507 County Rd C, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 scatterbrain-cafe.square.site
If you’d like to keep exploring, Menomonie’s local breweries offer a great way to wind down your weekend. Brewery nønic pairs its Summer Sundays with craft beer and unique brunch options in a laid-back taproom. Or head over to Zymurgy Brewing Company for a rotating selection of local favorites and seasonal brews. If you’re craving a classic Wisconsin vibe, stop in at Lucette Brewing Company, known for its wood-fired pizzas and signature beers.
brewery nønic
📍 621 4th Street West, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 brewerynonic.com
Zymurgy Brewing Company
📍 624 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 zymurgybrew.com
Lucette Brewing Company
📍 910 Hudson Road, Menomonie, WI 54751
🔗 lucettebrewing.com
Make Menomonie Your Fourth of July Tradition
From local food to trails, history, live music, and fireworks, Menomonie is the place to celebrate the Fourth of July in Wisconsin. Whether you come for a day or make it a weekend, you’ll find the kind of classic summer experiences that keep families and friends coming back year after year.
