Lafayette County Wisconsin

06/01/2026

Lafayette Hospital + Clinics is a family-orientated, coworker friendly atmosphere with excellent benefits for employees.

06/01/2026

🚣‍♀️🎉 Canoe Fest is almost here! 🎉🚣‍♂️

Join us June 11–14 in Darlington for the 60th Annual Canoe Fest — four days packed with live music, food, family fun, fireworks, vendors, lumberjack shows, parade, tournaments, and so much more!

From bringing back the laps on Main Street to the DLW Timberworks Lumberjack Shows, inflatables, local entertainment, and great community traditions, there’s something for everyone all weekend long. Plus, enjoy FREE live entertainment throughout the festival!

Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and get ready to celebrate one of Darlington’s favorite traditions. 💚

06/01/2026

🔜🔜🔜ATV/UTV Law Changes Take Effect June 1st‼️

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/newsroom/release/124716

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Driftless Area Weekend Events

▪ Friday, May 29th:
11: Growers Produce Auction - Cashton
5-8: Elvis Tribute Artist at Dodger Bowl Lanes & Catering - Dodgeville
~ 4-8: Supper Club Night
5:30: Kylar Kuzio at English Prairie Distilling Co. - Muscoda
5:30-8:30: The Lovelys at AD German Warehouse designed by Frank Lloyd Wright - Richland Center
7: Stringed Union at Driver Opera House - Darlington
7-10: Kaylin Kole & Lexi at Rockin 9 Golf Course/ Restaurant - Union Center

▪ Saturday, May 30th:
8-Noon: Platteville Farmer's Market - City Park
8-Noon: Boscobel Farmers Market - Depot Park
8-3:30: Veterans Golf Outing at Lancaster Country Club (course closed)
1: Doubting Thomas at Eagles Landing Winery - Marquette, IA
2-5: RJ Fisher at Grindstone Pub - Shullsburg
2-6: Just 4 Fun Band at Cork Down Saloon - Argyle/Blanchardville
3: Meat Paddles at Jeffreys House of Foolishness - Dodgeville
3-6: The Wundos at Son Chasers Social Club LLC - Cassville
4: Home by 9 at Alchemy Brewing Co. - Cashton
5:30: Seth James at English Prairie Distilling Co. - Muscoda
6-9: Neil Knutson at Hillsboro Roadhouse - Hillsboro
7: Ryan Howe Trio at Hitchin' Post - Wilton, WI
7-10: Derek James at Rockin 9 Golf Course/Restaurant - Union Center
8-11: Jesse Bauman at Mo’s Bootleggers - Highland
8-11: Jake Rock at Duke's Brew Pub & Ale House - Dodgeville

▪ Sunday, May 31st:
9: Doubles Pool Tournament at R & S Spirits and Lounge - Wonewoc
10: Argyle Community Parks Foundation Co****le Tournament at Cork Down Saloon - Argyle/Blanchardville
11: Live Music & Chicken Q at Hitching Post - Wilton
11: Coffeehouse Session w/ Jen Logueflower at Cafe 43 Coffee House - Mineral Point
1-4: Last Ride Band at Honkers Dining, Lodging, and Spirits - Muscoda
1-4: Maggie Mae & The Sawmill Creek band at Sawmill Creek Farm - Blanchardville ($10 cover)
1-5: Ten Gallon Hat at Cork Down Saloon - Argyle/Blanchardville
2: Meat Paddles at McCarville's My Turn Pub - Belmont
3: Meat Paddles at The Hollow Bar & Grill - Montfort
3-6: Shekinah King at Hawk's Mill Winery - Browntown

▪ Weekend Long Events:
Cassville, WI City Wide Garage Sales - (Fri & Sat)
Heifers in the Haymow Opening Weekend - Ontario (Fri & Sat)
The Dinky General Store Dinky Days - Woodman (Fri & Sat)
Elroy Garage Sales (Fri & Sat)
Village of Belmont, Wisconsin Garage Sales
Tri-State Outdoor Flea Market - Cuba City (Fri-Sun)
~ Event by Hard Scrabble Antique Mall

Have a fun weekend. Stay safe and have fun!

📸 Megan Amble

05/26/2026

🚨 Last Call: Launch Lafayette County 2026 Grant Applications Due Soon! 🚨

The Launch Lafayette County 2026 grant application closes May 29th at NOON!

This is your final chance to apply for this competitive grant opportunity, with up to $10,000 available to help grow your Lafayette County business.

Don’t miss out! Apply now: www.lafayettecountywi.org/econdev

05/26/2026

Gov. Evers Encourages Wisconsinites and Businesses Affected by Storms Last Summer to Apply for SBA Disaster Assistance

Federal disaster loans are still available to Wisconsin small businesses and nonprofits that were unable to meet financial obligations due to severe weather last August.

Learn more here:

Press Release: Gov. Evers Encourages Wisconsinites and Businesses Affected by Storms Last Summer to Apply for SBA Disaster Assistance State of Wisconsin sent this bulletin at 05/22/2026 11:30 AM CDT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: [email protected] Gov. Evers Encourages Wisconsinites and Businesses Affe...

05/26/2026

Director of the Midwest Center of Excellence for Vector-Borne Disease says the more dangerous deer tick nymphs will be emerging in Wisconsin in the next couple of weeks.

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

🎨🍷 Sip and celebrate local creativity at the Driver! Join us for Sip & See: Local Artist Gallery on Saturday, June 13 from 1–4 PM at the Driver Opera House in downtown Darlington. Browse incredible works from talented local artists while enjoying wine and a selection of local cheeses available during the event. 🧀✨

Featuring artwork from:
🎨 Kate Bausch
🎨 Sam Glanzman
🎨 Greg Bykowski
🎨 Cindy Milner
🎨 Nicki Cooper
🎨 Laverne Kammerud
🎨 Patty Hardyman
🎨 Jim Kostohrys
…and many more!

This free open house is the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon supporting local art and connecting with the community. ❤️

📍 Driver Opera House
250 Main St. • Darlington, WI