The music, the lights, the food. What is it about your favorite event that you just can’t bear to miss? One of the best parts of Washburn County events is the down-home atmosphere. Even if you aren’t from here, you’ll feel like you are by the end of one of our hometown festivals. Between the live music events, professional rodeo, sporting events, and so many others, there’s always something fun going on when you visit the area. The votes have been tallied in our Best of WashCo: Best Event category and you’ll need to mark these top three events on your summer calendar.

Have you been to the gorgeous lakefront community of Shell Lake? Odds are if you have, you’ve heard of this first event. Held Labor Day weekend every year, Town & Country Days offers live music, a truck & tractor pull, parade, and much more. If you're looking for a good old fashioned town festival, this is it!

The Stone Lake Cranberry Festival is one to mark on your calendar year after year! For over 45 years, the small town of Stone Lake has welcomed thousands of visitors to celebrate the annual cranberry harvest. For just one day, this community is home to some of the best arts & crafts and tastiest cranberry treats that you can find anywhere. 

Buckle up, rodeo fans! The winner of the 2024 Best of WashCo: Best Event category is none other than the Heart of the North Spooner Rodeo! This event draws spectators and contestants from all over the country for some of the best pro rodeo action that you’ll find east of the Mississippi. Hard working volunteers work year-round to put on the best performances possible. If you’ve never attended the Spooner Rodeo, this is your year. Tickets sell quickly for this popular event, so be sure to pre-order your tickets to get the best seats.

If you’re looking for even more events to fill your schedule, be sure to check out our full calendar of events.