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Ripon Main Street, Inc.
Craig Tebon, Executive Director
127 Jefferson Street
P.O. Box 365
Ripon, WI 54971
Phone #: (920) 748-7466 |
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 Ripon's Special Events
Watson Street Farmers
Market
June through October
Every Tuesday and Saturday morning,
vendors offer locally grown fresh produce. People worldwide are
rediscovering the benefits of buying local food. It is fresher than anything in
the supermarket and that means it is tastier and more nutritious. It is also
good for our local economy--buying directly from family farmers helps them stay
in business. The market, which runs June through
October, is located on the Village Green, corner of Watson and Seward Street in Downtown Ripon.
Spring In The Village
Friday & Saturday, May 12-19
Ripon
features an exceptional assortment of retail and service businesses. Browse
through the unique shops located in the Watson Street National Historic
District. Our diverse business base is anchored by traditional retailers such as
apparel, jewelry and furniture stores, as well as antiques,
boutiques and numerous gift shops. In addition to featuring several new
businesses, Ripon's retailers are bursting at the seams with new spring and
summer product.
Village
Green Concert Series
June through August
 For
the sixteenth consecutive summer, the streets of downtown Ripon will again be
filled with the sound of music. The Village Green Summer Concert Series
encompasses a wide range of musical styles including country, blues, classic
rock and other styles, and is free to the public. Concerts run from 7:00
to 10:00 p.m. on Friday evenings and take place in Historic Downtown Ripon near
the corner of Watson and Seward Street.
Participants are encouraged to bring folding chairs or blankets to sit on. Local businesses typically sponsor the music series, but additional donations
are always needed. To sponsor a concert, contact the Ripon Main Street
office at 920-748-7466. Donations can also be sent to: Village Green
Concerts, P.O. Box 365, Ripon, WI 54971. Ripon Main Street, Inc. invites
you to enjoy an evening of entertainment in historic downtown Ripon and discover
what makes our community so special.
WCA State Criterium Championships
Saturday,
June 14
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College and historic downtown Ripon, Wisconsin, are proud to host the 2008
Wisconsin Cycling Association State Criterium Championships.
This year's event is hosted by Lakes
Area Physical Therapy Cycling Club and the Ripon College Red Hawks Cycling Team.
In addition to the Wisconsin Championship jersey, $7,000 in cash and prizes is
on the line thanks to the support of the Ripon Restaurant Group; Precision Plus
Inc. of Elkhorn, Wis.; and other
sponsors.
Medals will be awarded to the top
three riders and a Wisconsin Championship jersey to the overall winner in each
USCF category for Wisconsin residents with annual licenses. Master women riders
in cat 4 and cat 1,2,3 races awarded in 30+ and 40+ age divisions. LAJORS medals
will be awarded to the top 3 juniors in each age/gender division and to U23
riders in the Women 1/2/3 and Men Pro 1/2 races.
USCF Super Week
Friday,
July 18
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College and historic downtown Ripon, Wisconsin, are proud to host the 2008 Red
Hawk Criterium on Friday, July 18 as part of Super Week. The Point Premium Root
Beer International Cycling Classic presented by Time Warner Cable is the world's
largest multi-category cycling event. The 40th annual event will take place from
July 11 - 27, 2008. The highlight events of each day's racing will be the men's
and women's Superweek Pro Tour races, featuring top professional and elite
amateur cyclists and teams from across the U.S. and more than 20 foreign
countries. The 2008 event series will feature races in twelve city centers
throughout Eastern Wisconsin.
Twilight Tour Garden Walk
Saturday, July
19
Ripon United Way will host the
second annual Twilight Tour Garden Walk on Saturday, July 19 from 4:00 to
8:00 p.m. Six Ripon area gardens will be featured. Wine and cheese will be available
for sampling at 4 of the 6 homes. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $10.00
at Ripon Pick ‘n Save, Ripon Drug and the Ripon Chamber of Commerce. Tickets
will also be sold at each home the day of the Garden Walk for $12.00 each. All
money raised from the event will benefit Ripon United Way.
Contact the Ripon Chamber of Commerce at 920-748-6764 for additional
information.
Maxwell Street Days
First Weekend in August
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deals abound at Ripon's biggest retail sale. Enjoy a full day of great shopping
and incredible bargains in historic downtown Ripon during Maxwell Street Days on
Friday and Saturday, August 1 & 2. Stroll up and down Watson Street to find
unique gifts, clothing, collectibles, jewelry, food, children's activities,
music and more. Special extended hours have been added to the even, which runs
Friday from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm and Saturday 9 am to 5 pm. Ripon's Maxwell Street Days combines
old flavor with new attitude!
Septemberfest
Saturday,
September 20
You'll have a splendid time at this unique fall festival. Cruise into Historic
Downtown Ripon and check out the Watson Street Custom Car Show. Car collectors in 15 classes different classes showcase their vehicles, ranging from antique to late-model trucks. The Pet Parade is another must see event. Activities include contests for best costume, best pet trick, most unusual pet,
and more.
Holiday Open House
Friday through Sunday, November
14-16
Join us for a truly magical experience at
Ripon's Holiday Open House! The event is a favorite of local residents and
visitors alike. It’s like a scene right out of an old-time movie with
downtown decorations, extended store hours, carolers and musical groups
entertaining the crowd, free cider and cookies, and of course Santa Claus
and his reindeer! Bring the entire family for this annual holiday
celebration!
Dickens of a
Christmas
December
5-7
 Experience the Victorian era
by strolling up and down the streets Ripon's downtown historic district. The festival begins on Friday evening with "living windows." Over 40
storefronts are decorated with characters depicting old time settings. Carolers will
stroll through the streets spreading holiday cheer. Santa will greet children
at Ripon Drug, handing out cookies to all the good little girls and boys.
Saturdays activities include Breakfast with Santa and a holiday tour of
homes. Other
weekend highlights include the Enchanted Forest, Gingerbread House
Contest, and the Dickens of a Quilt
Show. For information on this festival, contact the Ripon Chamber of
Commerce at 920-748-6764, which sponsors the event.
Riponfest
An annual civic
celebration including bands, games, food booths, rides, tournaments, crowning of
Miss Riponfest, and a downtown parade. Riponfest takes place the second
weekend in July.
Ripon College
Ripon College offers a broad variety
of performances (including the Milwaukee Symphony each fall), guest speakers and
artists plus NCAA Division III athletic events (August through May). Visit the
college's website for more information.
Before driving a long
distance to attend an event, please call ahead to verify the date and other details.
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