West Coast of Wisconsin Kicks Off the “Thankful • Grateful” Holiday Celebration this Holiday Season
An Eight-Week-Long Festivity Along the West Coast of Wisconsin
West Coast of Wisconsin (September 2024): Each weekend from November 2nd through December 21st finds the charming villages of the West Coast of Wisconsin – Bay City, Maiden Rock, Stockholm, Pepin, and Nelson filled with nostalgic celebrations of the Season. A nostalgic step back into holidays in the small river villages.
The West Coast of Wisconsin invites visitors to experience the charm of small towns, whether for an extended weekend or just one night. Over eight weekends, enjoy holiday markets, food, drinks, shopping, and warm, welcoming accommodations along the West Coast.
November Weekend Highlights:
November 2nd – 3rd: Thankful for Those We Love
Celebrate your cherished friends and loved ones with meaningful time spent at the special events along the coast.
Featured Events
- Nov 1st-3rd: Tin Roof Boutique kicks off the holidays with Christmas Elegance, Enjoy in-store events and follow us on Facebook for details.
- Nov. 2nd: Hugga Bugga’s Sconnie Sota Girls Friendship Celebration, and Sandy’s Bites and Beverages Bash in the Back Room
- Saturday Night Out in Pepin: Live music and specials at various restaurants and bars.
- Nov. 3rd: Brunch with New York Times-featured author Mary Logue and artist Dodie Logue at Stockholm Pie.
- RiverTime offers live music every weekend in November and December.
- Art Orchard Gallery will showcase printmaking and painting demonstrations every Saturday.
Nov. 9th & 10th: Thankful for the Season – Food & Fun
Kick off your holiday entertaining by exploring wineries, distilleries, gourmet shops, bakeries, and restaurants across all five Villages.
Featured Events
- Hugga Bugga: Textiles for Entertaining by Joyce Garcia—handmade table runners, hot mats, towels.
- Best of Wisconsin Foods, Spirits and Wine tasting at Stockholm Pie’s Marketplace (Nov 9th)
- Sandy’s (Nov. 9th): Free apron with the purchase of comfy cooking clothes.
- Stockholm Pie (Nov. 10th): Holiday Pie Flight—sample our newest holiday pies.
- RiverTime: Live music every weekend in November and December
- The DitchLilies on Nov. 09 from 4-6 PM at Township 23 Distillery.
- Art Orchard Gallery: Printmaking and painting demos every Saturday, 11 AM-4 PM.
Nov. 16th & 17th: Thankful For The Season – Let the Celebration Begin
Kick off the season at Villa Bellezza’s Outdoor Christmas Market, with events in shops and restaurants across all five Villages.
Featured Events
- Pepin: Villa Bellezza Outdoor Christmas Market
- Nov. 16: Warm up with hot cider at Sandy’s.
- Nov. 16-17: Pamper your pets at Hugga Bugga—handmade treats, toys, and sweaters.
- RiverTime: Live music every weekend in November and December.
- Art Orchard Gallery: Printmaking and painting demos every Saturday, 11 AM-4 PM.
Nov. 23rd & 24th: Thankful For The Season – Share Your Thankfulness
Donate at shops throughout the five Villages to help families in need. Funds will be administered by Pepin Area Schools and the Pepin Area Food Shelf.
Featured Events
- Pepin: Villa Bellezza Outdoor Christmas Market
- Sandy’s (Nov. 23rd): Shop the GIVE BACK RACK—all proceeds go to the local food bank.
- Hugga Bugga (Nov. 23-24): Donate for area schools and receive a sweet treat!
- Pepin Nouveau Celebration: Celebrate the first wine of the harvest at Villa Bellezza, on Saturday and Sunday.
- Stockholm Pie (Nov. 24th): Pumpkin Pie Celebration—tickets at stockholmpie.com.
- RiverTime: Live music every weekend in November and December.
- Art Orchard Gallery: Printmaking and painting demos every Saturday, 11 AM-4 PM.
- Events in shops and restaurants across all five Villages.
For December’s schedule and to learn more visit https://www.thewestcoastofwisconsin.com/holiday-events.
About The West Coast of Wisconsin Villages
The Great River Road along Lake Pepin has been known for its scenic drives, soaring bluffs, and quaint villages. The stretch from Bay City to Nelson is lovingly referred to as “The West Coast of Wisconsin,” with its majestic vistas and charming, almost maritime feel of its villages. There have long been a few well-known attractions and dining stops along the beautiful roadway, also locally owned stores, and unique shopping.
Bay City, WI
Located on a northern bay of beautiful Lake Pepin, Bay City enjoys scenic views of the Mississippi River bluffs and ample opportunities to experience the lake.
https://www.thewestcoastofwisconsin.com/bay-city.
Maiden Rock, WI
The town of Maiden Rock, WI lies at the confluence of the Rush River and the Mississippi and is full of river town charm, scenic beauty, and rich history.
https://www.thewestcoastofwisconsin.com/maiden-rock.
Stockholm, WI
Stockholm, WI is steeped in its Swedish roots and you will discover a small village with a big culture. Stockholm is a cozy hub for arts, culture, and people on the Great River Road.
https://www.thewestcoastofwisconsin.com/stockholm.
Pepin, WI
Whatever draws you to the West Coast of Wisconsin, Pepin is your home base for eating, sleeping, and repeating during your getaway.
https://www.thewestcoastofwisconsin.com/pepin
Nelson, WI
The area features an abundance of wildlife and nearly every bird species that makes its home in Wisconsin can be found in the bottoms
https://www.thewestcoastofwisconsin.com/nelson.
Located on the shores of Lake Pepin and on the Wisconsin Great River Road, a National Scenic Byway and All American Road, the West Coast of Wisconsin is one of Nature’s great works of art!
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