The Origin of Fun
It’s summer in Wisconsin and for visitors that means the chance to kick back, relax and to simply be themselves. Whether it’s food, fun or getting outdoors there really is something for everyone. This summer, be yourself and rediscover what it means to “have fun.” 

Wisconsin’s Great Outdoors
The hardest part about summer in Wisconsin is deciding which activities to participate in or which attraction to see next. But if you enjoy the great outdoors – Wisconsin offers more than 4,600 campsites, over 7,000 rivers and streams, and more than 15,000 lakes. Whether you are interested in camping, fishing, hiking or water sports Wisconsin invites you to get away.

Summer Festivals
For many, a trip wouldn’t be complete without spending time at one of the state’s unique lakefront festivals. Milwaukee kicks things off with Polish Fest, followed by German Fest, Irish Fest, Mexican Fiesta, Festa Italiana and African World Fest. But the granddaddy of them all is Summerfest, the world’s largest music festival. This 11-day event rocks 13 stages and offers up the best food from around the state.
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58th Annual EAA AirVenture
Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh is the home of the world’s largest and most significant annual aviation event. More than 10,000 planes of every size, shape and description – home-built, antique and aerobatics planes, plus military and general aviation aircraft from all over the world – are on display along the site’s flight line.  Visitors can watch daily formation and aerobatic flying exhibitions performed by an international crew of expert aerobatics pilots.  July 26-Aug. 1, 2010
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Wisconsin Dells - Waterpark Capital of the World®
Featuring nearly two dozen waterparks – including the country’s largest outdoor, indoor, and indoor/outdoor waterpark combo – Wisconsin Dells is "The Waterpark Capital of the World!®" While in the Dells, guests find plenty of other diversions to keep them busy too. Riding a Duck, a WWII amphibious vehicle, is a popular way to see the Wisconsin River that literally bisects the community, and the amazing and mystical sandstone bluffs that tower above the river. There are extreme roller coasters that coaster aficionados rank among the best in the country. The city also has a grown-up side, with championship golf courses, classic supper clubs, high-end spas, and Vegas-style entertainment.
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Wisconsin’s Museums
No visit would be complete without a trip to one of Wisconsin’s many museums - from the quirky to the mainstream. Visitors won’t want to miss the Milwaukee Art Museum, Harley-Davidson Museum as well as the Maritime Museum, the National Mustard Museum, and Circus World Museum and many more.

Milwaukee Art Museum
The Milwaukee Art Museum has become an icon of the city. It is home to more than 25,000 works of art, but the most inspiring masterpiece of all may be its beautiful expansion, designed by world-acclaimed architect Santiago Calatrava.

Harley-Davidson Museum
That rumble you hear confirms Milwaukeeis the birthplace of Harley-Davidson. Located near downtown, The Harley-Davidson Museum lets visitors experience the best of American history, art and culture through the eyes of this iconic motorcycle company. This summer, visitors can pay homage to the great Evel Knievel, a man of soaring achievements, literally. It all gets off to a flying start this July 10th and runs through September 6th.
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Discover it all for yourself
To learn more or get ideas for your next visit, go to TravelWisconsin.com for free Wisconsin travel information and travel-planning guides and an up to date Calendar of Events.

Or call the Wisconsin Department of Tourism’s toll-free number 1-800-432-TRIP/8747 to receive the 2010 Spring/Summer Calendar of Events

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