Step Into a Scandinavian Summer Celebration Experience the mirthful magic of a Scandinavian “Midsomer,” or Midsummer, at Old World Wisconsin. An ancient seasonal tradition in Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Denmark, Midsummer celebrations have been held since the Iron Age as a means of leaving cold, dark winter nights behind in favor of bright, cheerful summers of bounty, fertility and prosperity. Immerse yourself in our faithful re-creation of this festive event!

Each summer since 2005, KidsOutAndAbout has sponsored a survey of the Top 20 Places to Take Kids as a way our community can thank those who provide family-friendly fun and learning... and also help create your summer bucket list! Please take 2 minutes to help us by selecting your three favorites. If you'd like, you can also write in favorites in the following categories: Arts Education, Sports Education, STEM Education, Museums, Outdoor Fun, Indoor Fun, Farms, Nature Centers, Festivals, and a few other categories. An effective (and quick, and painless!) way to express your appreciation in a way that really matters to the people who make our community a vibrant place to raise families. Voting is live through June 20.

Enjoy unforgettable, family-friendly entertainment under the BIG TOP circus tent! Step into a world where American showmanship shines bright and the spirit of celebration fills the air. Jubilee 250! is a star-spangled salute to joy, bringing together clever clowning, joyful juggling, and a parade of delightful critters in a performance that captures the heart of our nation’s love for laughter and spectacle.

Your dad has enough tools and socks... why not give him the gift of time well spent with family? This Father's Day, dads receive free admission to Old World Wisconsin! Watch sparks fly at the blacksmith forge, hike the nature trails of the Kettle Moraine Forest, share a beer at the Brewhouse or buy a round at Wittnebel’s Tavern, a 1930s-style tavern with indoor seating and an outdoor Biergarten. Whether your dad is a Wisconsin culture buff, a historic handyman or a nature appreciator, you're sure to have a fantastic Father's Day spent exploring Old World together.