Attractions & Events
| 18 February 2010
The Iola-Scandinavia area offers boundless recreation opportunities and attractions not to be missed.
These include:
IOLA WINTER CARNIVAL - First weekend in February. Ski Jumping, Cross Country Skiing, Badger State Games, Ice Sculpting, Fish Derby, Norwegian Dinner including Lutefisk, Lefse, Norwegian Meatballs and all the trimmings. For more information go to www.iolawintersportsclub.com . For more information on crafting at the Lutefisk supper contact Traci Templin at 715-445-5505
IOLA COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR - April - Iola Community Fitness and Aquatic Center. This year's event will feature a variety of health care professionals. The Iola Lions and Waupaca Riverside Hospital will sponsor PSA, Lipid Panel (cholesterol testing) and Blood Sugar testing for a small fee. Tetanus shots offered by Theda Care Physicians. The Iola Scandinavia LEO Club's Pancake breakfast will be held from 7:30a.m.-10:30a.m. Pancakes with delicious toppings, coffee, and fruit will be available for purchase.
CITY WIDE RUMMAGE - Sponsored by the Iola Lioness, Will be held the second Saturday of May. For additional information contact Lioness Sherry at (715) 445 3482.
WORS - Wisconsin Off Road Series - America's Largest Mountain Bike racing series will be held in the first Sunday in May. The Iola Winter Sports Club hosts the event at their location on Highway MM north of Iola. The Iola Bumb and Jump course offers a great place to race or spectate an incredible race. For additional information http://www.wors.org/ or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
ANNUAL ROAST PORK DINNER - Scandinavia Volunteer Fire Department to hold their Annual Roast Pork Dinner on the third Sunday in May at Ellison Park serving 11 am until 2 pm. Dinners include 1/2 chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, roll and dessert - $6.50 per plate. Refreshments and drive thru service available. Advance tickets available at: Premier Community Bank, Tomorrow Valley Co-Op Scandinavia, Silver Lake Lanes, Little Norway or any Scandinavia Firefighter.
IOLA GARDEN CLUB - The Iola Garden Club marks its 75th year of serving the community in 2010.The club was founded in March 1936. Members designated the rose as the club flower and chose the motto: "A garden - where ill thoughts die and good are born." The club was committed to caring for the planters at the village parks and to carrying out its goals of • Stimulateing a knowledge and love of gardening • aiding in the protection of native plants and birds • creating interest in the development of home grounds • encouraging and promoting civic beautification. The clubs meets the 2nd THursday of the month. For additional information contact Joanna Rheingans at (715) 445-3336.
IOLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY STRAWBERRY FEST - Fourth Sunday in June: Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the days of yesteryear while enjoying strawberry shortcake at the Iola Historical Society grounds. Just West of Main Street on Depot Street. The Iola Historical Society is also raising funds for another historical building. Stop in and see the antique fire station designed after the original facility on State street in Iola. Three donated fire apparatus' are housed in the new building.
SPECTACULAR FIREWORKS DISPLAY - Don't miss the awesome display of Fireworks on July 2nd. Purchase your raffle tickets now for a chance to win more than $3,000.00 in cash prizes. Limited ticket sales.
IOLA OLD CAR SHOW and SWAP MEET - Midwest's largest Old Car Show. Feature exhibit for July 8-11, 2010 will be "Sensational Sixties", plus other show cars 1979 and older totaling close to 2,200 vehciles are classified as Blue Ribbon, Pre-War, Post-War and Modified. 4,428 swap meet spaces; 1,000 spaces for car corral 1995 and older. Camping is available on the grounds plus great food. Admission: Daily $8.00, Weekend $15.00. Age 10 and under free. Sunday is free and this is our wrap-up day. For more information call 715-445-4000. web page: www.iolaoldcarshow.com e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
ART ON THE TRACKS - Saturday of Car Show: Art and Craft Fair held on the Iola-Scandinavia Athletic Track, 450 Division St, Iola. For more information contact Sarah Anderson 715-445-2411 ext. 304
SCANDINAVIA CORN ROAST - 42nd Annual - August 6-7-8, 2010 - Great Family Event. All weekend long enjoy carnival rides and concessions, great food and refreshments, great live musical entertainment for all genres, Saturday parade and ball games and on Sunday the Corn Roast, Pie Social and Tractor Pull! Saturday & Sunday visit the historic Knoph Cabin & Jole Barbershop museums on the grounds. Sunday is the only day we serve corn. Located at Ellison Memorial Park in the Village of Scandinavia, Wisconsin, this is a well-rounded family event with something for everyone! Held rain or shine with lots of tents, you're covered! For more information go to www.cornroast.net or call 715-445-4149 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
IOLA VINTAGE MILITARY AND GUN SHOW WITH VINTAGE TRACTORS AND EQUIPMENT - Show vehicles include military vehicles, military equipment, tractors, machines and professional vehicle exhibit. Battle reenactments - World War II and Vietnam era with pyrotechnics, living history encampments. Swap meet, parades of vehicles and camping available. Entertainment - USO type show on Saturday. Daily admission: Adults $6.00. Child: $4.00. For more information on this event cal 715-445-4005. Web page is: www.iolavms.com e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
LIVING WILD OUTDOORS FESTIVAL - Many events for the whole family. Go to their website to see all of the exciting events offered through the weekend. www.livingwildoutdoors.com
IOLA SCANDINAVIA CHAMBER of COMMERCE FALL CRAFT & GIFT FAIR - Don't miss this great event October 2, 2010, 9a.m. - 3p.m. Location: Iola Historical Society Complex. A great event for young and old alike. Please call Traci at (715) 445-5505. Vendor spaces still available.
LUTEFISK SUPPER - NORTHLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH - October 16, 2010: The deep rooted Scandinavian heritage lives on with the Northland Lutheran Church's annual Lutefisk Supper. The celebration began in the fall of 1915 and has only missed 2 years, one because of World War I and the scarcity of potatoes and one because of the flu epidemic. Be sure to come enjoy the menu of lutefisk, lefse, meatballs and gravy, mashed potatoes, buttered carrots, coleslaw, cranberries, and the famous Norwegian pastries. Cost is $14 for adults and chidlren 4-12 $4.
IOLA LIONESS CHRISTMAS PARADE - and Santa's Visit: First Saturday in December, 10:00 a.m. This event is certain to get you in the mood for holidays. Visit with Santa following the parade at the Library. The Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative will be collecting Toys for Tots at various location. Items can be donated the day of the parade. For more information check out the Iola Village Library's website at www.owls.lib.wi.us/ivl/.
HONKEN'S HILLTOP FARM located at E721 Cty MM, Iola. Honken's Hilltop Farm provides U-Pick Apples, Cider, Pumpkin patch, Corn Maize, Horse Drawn Wagon Riders, Sleigh Rides - Winter. Also provide Horse Drawn Wagon Rides for Weddings, Funerals, Prom, Corporate and Private Functions. Call (715)498-2767 or (715)445-3381. Check out the photos at Winter in Iola Area.
GLACIER WOOD GOLF CLUB - (715) 445-3831 Now features 18 holes! Pro shop, cart rentals, beautiful newly completed restaurant with lounge and nightly specials. A beautifully-designed course will challenge the novice to expert golfer. Now open http://www.glacierwoodiola.com/.
BICYCLING – The Iola-Scandinavia has miles and miles of scenic, lightly-traveled back roads plus trailhead access in Scandinavia to the Tomorrow River State Trail, which extends west to Plover, Wisconsin and east to Manawa (www.co.portage.wi.us/parks/666/Trail%20Map%20Flyer.htm). Casual Monday and Wednesday night bike rides, and occasional longer weekend rides, are hosted by local members of the Heartland Bike Club and Nordic Ski Club (http://www.heartlandclub.org/). For more information on biking opportunities in the area check the club’s website, or contact local biker Greg Loescher at 715-445-2456 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
IOLA MILLS - A beautifully restored 19th century grist and sawmill. Currently under restoration not open to the public. For more information contact Tom & Melody Fucik @ (920)733-8480.
IOLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY - Check out the Train Depot, Caboose, Old School House, Log Cabin and Helvetia Town Hall. Check out the latest project! The 1901 fire station replica will be a great addition to historical society. The historical society is currently working to raise $160,000 the projected construction cost. See the pictures labeled Iola Historical Society. A sure sign of spring is activity at the Iola Historical Society. Meetings resume in March and continue through October. Meeting are held the last Monday of the month at 7:30. Tours available by request. For more information contact Murnell Olsen (715)467-2534 or Stella Strand (715) 445-3184.
IOLA WINTER SPORTS CLUB - (715-445-3411) This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it A Badger Winter Games venue, this facility offers ski jumping as well as cross-country skiing on groomed and lighted trails. www.iolawintersportsclub.com
IOLA SCANDINAVIA FITNESS AND AQUATIC CENTER- An awesome facility for your total work out needs. 6-Lane Lap Pool, Zero-depth Entry Leisure Pool with an impressive Water Slide, Whirlpool, Meeting rooms and Gymnasium with Climbing Wall. A must see with a visit to the area. Check out http://www.waupacaevents.com/ Iola link for complete schedule hours
SILVER LAKE LANES- Located in Scandinavia this place has it all. Bowling is a great recreational hobby for young and old alike. League and tournaments as well as casual bowling is just down the street
F & W PUBLIOCATIONS fna KRAUSE PUBLICATIONS - (715-445-2214) The world's largest hobby publisher. Tours can be arranged to see the publishing process unfold.
HUNTING - Our entire area is ideal habitat for deer, turkey, grouse and small game.
FISHING - Area lakes and streams offer everything from pan fish to trout.
RELAXING - Take a stroll by the river, a hike in the woods, or just relax in the park and watch the wildlife on beautiful Lake Iola. The pace slows when you're relaxing in Iola/Scandinavia!
SNOWMOBILING - Miles of groomed trails will lead you anywhere in the county! There are several local clubs that take great pride in maintaining trails in the area.
And much more!
