Find bushels of fun ideas to make this autumn memorable
MADISON – Colorful leaves fill the air of Wisconsin this time of year, awakening the senses of visitors to join the fun!
Although summer has drifted away, there are many reasons to smile while exploring Wisconsin this fall. Fallin’ in love with the state will be an unforgettable experience with endless fun activities.
Enjoy scenic fall routes, corn mazes, apple orchards, pumpkin patches, wineries and much more!
Color-Rama Daze
Red, yellow or orange, Wisconsin’s best colors are on display as the state’s 16 million acres of forest transition from the bright greens of summer to the vibrant colors of fall.
To plan your getaway when fall colors are at their peak, visit Wisconsin Department of Tourism’s Fall Color Report at www. travelwisconsin.com/fall-color-report.
In the next few weeks, southern Wisconsin will fully peak its gorgeous fall foliage, so hurry and get here so you can enjoy the colorful shrubbery and take part in the endless fall festivities!
Interested in tracking the state’s fall color as it evolves over the next several weeks?
You can access the report right from your mobile device to make travel decisions on the go.
Visitors can also signup to have the Fall Color Report emailed every Thursday in time to make weekend plans.
The report offers an interactive map including nearby events, activities, lodging and dining, travel tips and more to guarantee a successful trip!
Travel the extra distance from the big city to a serene scene with Mother Nature! Once you arrive, you won’t put your camera down because every view invites you to gaze at the mesmerizing backdrops of the autumn.
To get started, view some of Wisconsin’s favorite fall driving tours at: www.travelwisconsin.com under ‘Things To Do’ tab.
Multicultural Arts in Autumn
STEP AFRIKA! African American Stepping – John Michael Kohler Arts Center, Sheboygan, WI
Nov. 17 – 19, 2014; 7:30 p.m.
The Company blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities, along with African traditional dance and influences from a variety of other dance and art forms.
As the first professional company devoted to stepping, Washington, D.C.’s world-renowned Step Afrika! brings high-energy performance blended with songs, storytelling, humor and audience participation. It ranks as one of the top ten African American dance companies in the United States.
For more info visit: www.stepafrika.org, or call (920) 458-6144
The Color Purple Musical – Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Milwaukee, WI
Sept. 23 – Nov. 2, 2014
The Color Purple stage musical breathes new life into Alice Walker’s Pulitzer prize-winning novel and iconic film that bear its name.
This glorious musical saga, spanning four decades, tells the unforgettable story of a woman who finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her own unique voice in the world.
With a joyous Grammy nominated score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, and blues; capturing the hearts of young and old.
For more info visit: www.milwaukeerep.com, or call (414) 224-9490
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