This weekend in La Crosse, WI

Pick up fresh produce, enjoy locally made food, and discover handcrafted goods as live music fills the market. While visiting the Plaza, take time to explore the surrounding small businesses and lend your support.

A monthly Saturday market offers a cozy, community-focused pop-up featuring local makers, small businesses, and creatives. Browse their goods in a welcoming setting.

Hosted at Morrie's Onalaska Chevrolet, this annual car show spotlights classic and custom vehicles and welcomes entries of every make, model, and year. Spectator admission is free, and there is a $10 entry fee per vehicle for participants. Thirty trophies will be awarded. Food will be available from Big Boar BBQ. All show proceeds benefit Wafer Food Pantry.

Failure to Launch returns to La Crosse for a lively set at one of the country’s most celebrated Oktoberfest gatherings, performing in the main stage tent at the Southside fest grounds. Entrance buttons are available for purchase at the fest grounds on the day of the show, and area hotels often book up months in advance. Ein Prosit!

Pulse 8 brings a post-parade set to the outdoor beer garden at Big Al's, keeping the Oktoberfest spirit going after the Maple Leaf Parade. Live music fills the open-air beer garden for a festive continuation of the celebration.

The Remainders return to Oktoberfest USA at The Remainders Garden Stage for a crisp autumn night of rock, food, drinks, and community. The production is packed with upstage video, onstage pyrotechnics, fireworks, and guest performances. The announcement also hints at possible fire twirlers.

Explore the largest farmers market in Onalaska, featuring fresh goods from local growers, bakers, and artisan makers. This weekly Sunday gathering runs throughout the season and highlights a wide range of produce, treats, and handcrafted items. Most purchases require cash, and only some vendors can process card payments, so plan to bring cash for shopping.

Enjoy an afternoon filled with music and dancing.