Baraboo Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department

09/04/2026

It may seem early, but as you start seeing candy canes in stores, keep us in mind for this year’s Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt!

We are seeking donations of new, sealed candy canes to help make this event possible. Your donations help us keep registration fees as low as possible while also providing additional fun opportunities for participants.

Candy cane donations can be dropped off at the Baraboo Civic Center, Room 17, Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Interested in signing up for the Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt? Find more information at https://baraboowi.gov/recspecialevents.

09/04/2026

Be sure to check out ManiFest on Water Street tomorrow (Saturday, September 5) from 11am-3pm! There's a bunch of fun activities, and it is benefiting Friends of Baraboo Parks.



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Manifesting magic, community, and connection on Water Street. ✨ An annual event supporting local businesses and the Baraboo community.

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

Friday, September 4, is your final day to get discounted attraction tickets from our office! Our office will be open 9am-3pm!

Looking for a fun way to save this summer? Wisconsin Park & Recreation Association discount attraction tickets are now available at the Baraboo Civic Center!

Enjoy savings on popular attractions while also supporting Baraboo Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department. A portion of every ticket sold stays right here with our department and helps support the work we do.

Get your tickets in our office:
Baraboo Civic Center 124 2nd Street Room 17
Open Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:00pm. Closed on Memorial Day.
Cash or check only. Credit cards not accepted for discount tickets.

Noah's Ark- $37.35
Mt Olympus Outdoor Water & Theme Park- $17.75
The Land of Natura- $20.00
Upper Dells Boat Tour- Adult $34.00; Ages 4-11 $19.00
Jet Boat Adventure- Adult $34.00; Ages 4-11 $19.00
Wisconsin Ducks Tour- Adult $34.00; Ages 4-11 $19.00
Milwaukee County Zoo- Adult $15.50; Ages 3-12 $12.50
Pirates Cove Adventure Golf- $9.00

09/03/2026

Today (9/3) is the final day to register for First Basket Basketball! The fun starts this Saturday!

Spots are filling fast for our upcoming sessions of First Baset Basketball & First Home Run Baseball. Sign up now before we run out of space! More information at baraboowi.gov/youthsports

09/03/2026

Come party with the animals! 🥳 Click the link for more details: https://baraboowi.gov/ochsnerzoo

09/01/2026

We have a couple of new seasonal camps coming up, and the first one is Little Pumpkin Patch Camp! This new three week camp is designed to give participants a chance to enjoy some fall fun through games, crafts and activities. Each week will be something a little different. More information can be found at https://baraboowi.gov/minicamps

-October 13: Welcome to the Pumpkin Patch
-October 20: Harvest Fun
-October 27: Spooky Silliness

Tuesdays, October 13–27
5:00–5:45pm
Langer Park
*These camps are designed for kids ages 3-5, but we do welcome kids outside of those age ranges.