Fall Beer Taste
2026-09-19 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Downtown Sun Prairie, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Celebrate the season at our Fall Beer Taste in Downtown Sun Prairie! Stroll from business to business sampling approximately 20 different 3 oz. pours of Oktoberfests, fall beers, ales, seltzers, and ciders. It’s the perfect way to sip, explore downtown, and toast to all things fall with friends. 🍺🍂
Ticket sales open in August.

Sun Prairie Library Events
2026-09-26, 2026-10-03, 2026-10-10, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-24, 2026-10-31, 2026-11-07, 2026-11-14 | Sun Prairie Public Library, 1350 Linnerud Dr., Sun Prairie, 53590, United States
The Sun Prairie Public Library serves as a central hub to the community, offering free programming and services for all ages to Sun Prairie and the surrounding areas. Programming for children includes storytimes, book clubs, writers groups and gaming. Programming for adults include book clubs, genealogy, live music, and a variety of other fun and educational programming.
For more information, visit their events calendar: https://sunprairie.librarymarket.com/

Downtown Farmers Market
2026-09-26 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-03 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-10 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-17 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-24 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-31 07:00 - 12:00 | Cannery Square, 1 Cannery Square, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
The Sun Prairie Farmers Market is a year-round, full-service market that features local vendors that sell a variety of goods from vegetables, beef, pork, eggs, honey, plants and more! The market gives the customers the chance to get to know their area farmers; know your farmer, know your food!
OUTDOOR MARKET
The outdoor farmers market opens May 2, 2026, and will run until October 31, 2026, from 7AM – 12PM in Downtown Sun Prairie at Cannery Square and Market Street.
Check out the Sun Prairie Farmers Market Facebook page for day update!
Sun Prairie Farmers’ Market Vendors

Saturday Farmer's Market Special!
2026-09-26 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-03 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-10 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-17 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-24 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-31 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-11-07 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-11-14 09:00 - 14:00 | WI
Stop by Sun Prairie Flowers while you’re in town for the Farmers Market. Loose Wrap Local Amish Bouquets are only $24.95 and get 25% Off All Designed Arrangements for Carry-Out or Same-Day Delivery!

Mike Cunningham's Annual Scarecrow Contest
2026-10-03 - 2026-10-31 | Downtown Sun Prairie, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Join us for a fun and festive Scarecrow Contest, where creativity and community spirit come together!

Help us decorate Downtown Sun Prairie for fall! Create a scarecrow to be displayed October 3–31.
Design your scarecrow as a fairytale character, storybook figure, animal, fantasy creation—or anything you can dream up! Fun or frightening, bright colors and unique materials are encouraged.
View Scarecrows in person or on the Downtown Sun Prairie Facebook page.
Entry form will be available in August
Key Dates

Fame Pickup: Throughout September

Daily at Beans n Cream and Bank of Sun Prairie (downtown locations during regular business hours)
Saturday at the Farmers Market info tent

Entry Drop-Off: Saturday, October 3, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at the Downtown Sun Prairie Farmers’ Market.
Display Dates: October 3–31.

Construction Guidelines

Must withstand Wisconsin’s October weather (sun, wind, rain).
All decorations must be securely attached.
Shoes must be sewn on (if used).
No straw (fire hazard), lights, lanterns, or perishable items.
Must be able to move in one piece, with no loose props.
Size: Minimum height 4’, maximum height 10’; maximum width 4’.

Judging

Entries are judged at 12 pm on October 3rd on originality, quality, and design.
Winners will be announced on the Downtown Sun Prairie Facebook page by Monday, October 5th.
Crowd favorite is determined by voting on Facebook throughout October. Announced November 2nd.

Rules & Notes

Family-friendly entries only; inappropriate entries may be disqualified.
The City of Sun Prairie and the Business Improvement District are not responsible for the safety of scarecrows on display.

Pop-Up Beer Gardens - Abracadabra
2026-10-07 17:00 - 20:00 | Orfan Park, 2050 St. Albert the Great Dr, Sun Prairie, 53590, United States
At what age do we stop believing in magic? Well Ryan Martin will prove the answer to be, never! Enjoy having your mind blown by our roaming magician!We will be stocked with local brews, refreshing beverages, and delicious eats from some of the best food trucks around. This event is sponsored by Herzing University.

NEW THIS YEAR! Join the Beer Garden Mug Club! Community members can purchase a plastic, reusable 16 oz. beer stein and will get $1 off each beer for the entire season – mug must be presented at each transaction. 100 mugs will be sold for the season. Mug Club sponsored by West Prairie Dental.

For the full Pop-Up Beer Garden schedule, go https://www.cityofsunprairie.com/1751/Pop-Up-Beer-Gardens

Explore Children's Museum Day of Play
2026-10-15 09:00 - 19:00, 2026-11-19 09:00 - 19:00 | Explore Children’s Museum, 1433 W. Main Street, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
What is a Day of Play?
It’s a day of FREE ADMISSION for ALL visitors!
Thanks to our generous sponsors, a Day of Play is hosted the third Thursday of every month.

Fall Fun! in Downtown Sun Prairie
2026-10-17 | Downtown Sun Prairie, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Celebrate the sights, sounds, and flavors of fall with a full day of activities for the whole family. Stroll through the Farmers Market in Cannery Square, enjoy live music, pumpkin decorating, and fun activities for kids and adults alike. Downtown businesses will be offering special promotions, tasty treats, and festive happenings all day long.
Highlights include:

Live Music & Family Entertainment
Pie Baking Contest – Sample & Vote for Your Favorite!
Pumpkin Decorating
Scarecrow Displays Throughout Downtown
Business Specials, Games, and Giveaways

*Free event but some activities may have a fee.
Grab your friends and family, soak up the fall vibes, and make a day of it in Downtown Sun Prairie!

Spooktacular
2026-10-29 14:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Sun Prairie, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon in Downtown Sun Prairie at the annual Business Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat!
Visit participating businesses for trick-or-treating, Halloween activities, character appearances, festive music, and a chance to win raffle prizes when you stop at 10 or more locations. Enjoy a spooky public piano in Cannery Square, a photo booth area, a business decorating contest, and the brand-new Skeleton Scavenger Hunt — find all five hidden skeleton heads for an instant prize!
This community favorite event is planned by The Piano Gal Shop in sponsorship with Downtown Sun Prairie and is packed with festive fun for all ages. 🎃👻

Pop-Up Beer Gardens - Country Campfire
2026-11-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Wetmore Park, 555 North St., Sun Prairie, WI, 53590, United States
Enjoy a crisp November night by the fire, which can’t be complete without roasting some smores. Bring your flannel for a night in the great outdoors. Music by Mary Moore.We will be stocked with local brews, refreshing beverages, and delicious eats from some of the best food trucks around. This event is sponsored by Herzing University.

NEW THIS YEAR! Join the Beer Garden Mug Club! Community members can purchase a plastic, reusable 16 oz. beer stein and will get $1 off each beer for the entire season – mug must be presented at each transaction. 100 mugs will be sold for the season. Mug Club sponsored by West Prairie Dental.

For the full Pop-Up Beer Garden schedule, go https://www.cityofsunprairie.com/1751/Pop-Up-Beer-Gardens
