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Upcoming Events

Sun Prairie’s event calendar is filled with fun, one-of-a-kind events all year round.

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Promotional flyer for a giveaway of 4 tickets to Angell Park Sunday night races, with colorful race cars in the background. Giveaway ends June 23rd.
June 17 @ 8:00 am - June 23 @ 11:59 pm

Angell Park Giveaway

Nothing says summer in Sun Prairie like Sunday night races at Angell Park Speedway – and you could be there…

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June 18 - June 27

Sun Prairie Mural Fest

Join us in downtown Sun Prairie as muralists begin bringing new works of art to life.  Watch the first outlines…

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A person wearing sunglasses and overalls paints a colorful mural on an outdoor wall using a brush.
June 22 - June 26

Sun Prairie Mural Fest – Live Mural Painting

Join us in downtown Sun Prairie as muralists begin bringing new works of art to life.  Watch the first outlines…

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GO-CART logo with stylized trailer and colorful lines, reading "GO-CART Community Arts & Recreation Trailer" in bold and multicolored text.
June 26 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

GO-CART Kids Cabaret: Rising Star Paige Kleber

  Join the GO-CART for a special evening showcasing local youth performer, Paige Kleber! Paige became the youngest winner of…

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A modern stone building with a triangular roof section and large windows, set amidst landscaped greenery and flowers, marked by a sign reading "Sun Prairie Public Library.
June 27

Sun Prairie Library Events

The Sun Prairie Public Library serves as a central hub to the community, offering free programming and services for all…

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People gathered at a market stall with a cow-themed plush toy and various food items. A "Farmer John’s" sign hangs in the background beneath a yellow canopy.
June 27 @ 7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Downtown Farmers Market

Fresh-grown produce, locally made products, and more are available year-round at our Saturday Farmers Market. Additional farmers markets are held during the week as well.

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A woman and a boy stand at a market stall with handmade items, surrounded by other people under a canopy. The woman is smiling and holding a clipboard.
June 27 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mural Fest Reveal Party

Discover historic downtown Sun Prairie through art, music, and community during Mural Fest.  Explore newly created murals, meet the artists,…

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A hand draws colorful circles with chalk on pavement, featuring yellow, purple, and pink shapes outlined in white.
June 27 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Community Chalk Walk Competition

This event will feature the theme “Summer Vibes” and is free for all ages.  The top 3 winners will win…

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Artists on scissor lifts paint large murals on a building, while several people watch and take photos from the ground under a sunny sky.

Meet the 2026 Sun Prairie’s Mural Fest Artists


Emily Balsley – Sun Prairie City Hall Emily Balsley is an illustrator and muralist living…

Dive into Water Fun in Sun Prairie: Cool Off on a Hot Day


When the summer sun blazes down, there’s no better way to cool off than by…

Children, dressed for winter, participate in a sledding race on a snowy hill. One child rides a cardboard sled as others push and cheer. Snow is visibly falling around them.

Embrace Winter in Sun Prairie: A Guide to Cold-Weather Outdoor Fun: Sleds, Snowshoes and Ice Skates


Embrace the snowy season with some outdoor fun. Sun Prairie offers several parks and hills…

A young girl in a coat and beanie smiles with arms outstretched while surrounded by festive lights and falling confetti.

Celebrate the Holiday Magic of Fire & Lights Weekend in Sun Prairie


Kick off your holiday season with the enchanting Fire & Lights Weekend in Sun Prairie,…

Pizza in Sun Prairie: A Slice for Everyone


If you’re a pizza enthusiast, Sun Prairie is the place to be! With nearly 20…

Two adults help two children in a cardboard sled labeled "The Shooting Stars" down a snowy hill, with a crowd of people in winter clothing watching in the background.

Celebrate Groundhog Day with Frozen Fest in Sun Prairie


Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, proudly holds the title of Groundhog Capital of the World, making it…

Three people sit on the grass at a park, smiling and enjoying corn on the cob. Other people can be seen in the background.

Corn Fest Weekend Getaway 


Before the kids head back to school, get away to the greater Madison area with…

Crowd of people walking along a tree-lined sidewalk, some carrying children. The scene features autumn foliage, a parked car, and a pedestrian crossing sign in the background.

Experience the Charm of Sun Prairie in Fall: Your Seasonal Guide


As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, transforms into…

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