Independence Day Weekend
Celebrate America’s 250th and Old World Wisconsin’s 50th birthday!
July 4 – July 5, 2026 | 10 AM – 4 PM
Grab tickets now for our signature stars-and-stripes event!
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Base ball, pie and other red, white and blue delights—come celebrate America’s birthday at Old World Wisconsin! Suit up in your best patriotic gear and head to the Crossroads Village for an unforgettable Independence Day Weekend full of food, games, music, performances and more. Join a spelling bee, churn your own butter, watch (or deck out your stroller and take part in) a children’s parade, and enter our famous pie-eating event for a little healthy—or should we say sweet—competition.
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Children’s Parade
Don’t just watch a parade this Independence season—join one! Kids and parents can show off their patriotic pride walking through Old World with flags in hand or grab some decals and trick out your very own stars and stripes stroller!
Independence Weekend Picnic
Need a bite between the festivities? Fill your plate with picnic food favorites at the reopened Clausing Cafe!
Spelling Bee
What’s more American than a classic spelling bee? Show off your skill as you compete against other would-bee spelling champs this Independence Day Weekend.
Stars and stripes, tasty delights and all sorts of patriotic sights—what will YOU find at Old World this Independence Day Weekend?
Butter Churning
Join in on festive butter making at Old World! Take part in the art of old-fashioned butter churning alongside friends and family as you learn the process behind this early American tradition.
Meet the Mayor
Independence Day Weekend isn’t complete if you haven’t had a chance to shake the hand of the Crossroads Village mayor! First, grab a snapshot for socials… then, stick around for a reading of the Declaration of Independence from the balcony of the Four Mile House.
Live Music, Games & Entertainment
Our signature events are just the start of an unforgettable July 4th celebration! Hear live music, take part in lawn games and discover all sorts of entertaining activities as you make your way through the Crossroads Village.
50th Anniversary Brew
Raise a celebratory pint at Wittnebel’s Tavern with an Old World Wisconsin 50th anniversary brew
Ready to suit up in your finest red, white and blue threads?
Grab your tickets now for this monumental weekend event and reserve your spot.
July 4 – July 5, 2026 | 10 AM – 4 PM
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