All Day

City-Wide Decorating Contests

Show us your decorating skills! The City of Onalaska is celebrating its 175th Anniversary in 2026, the same year America is celebrating its 250th Anniversary. To showcase pride in your city and nation, a city-wide decorating contest is being held.

Celebrate Onalaska Pancake Breakfast

Onalaska Omni Center 255 Riders Club Road, Onalaska

Kick off your day of celebrating with a delicious hot breakfast from Scouting America Troops 19 & 68. The breakfast takes place at the Onalaska

$5 – $12

Unearth History with the Mississippi Archaeology Center

Onalaska Public Library 741 Oak Avenue South, Onalaska

Native Americans have been in La Crosse County for 13,000 years. Come see their ancient tools and pottery, learn about excavations in the area, and try your skills with Native American games in this drop-in program for all ages.

Onalaska Historical Society Open House

Onalaska Public Library 741 Oak Avenue South, Onalaska

Check out the latest displays and learn more about Onalaska's history.

Free

Aquatic Center Dollar Day

Onalaska Aquatic Center 250 Riders Club Road, Onalaska

Cool off and enjoy discounted admission to the Onalaska Aquatic Center. Admission is only $1 per person.

$1

Historic Onalaska Trolley Tours

Great River Landing 101 Irvin Street, Onalaska

Hop aboard the Explore La Crosse Trolley as Mayor Kim Smith narrates a historic tour showcasing Onalaska's 175 years of history. Trolley tours start and

Luther High School – Tours

Luther High School 1501 Wilson Street, Onalaska

Tour Luther High School on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.

Onalaska Middle School Tours

Onalaska Middle School 707 8th Avenue North, Onalaska

Tours of Onalaska Middle School are available from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.

Onalaska High School Tours

Onalaska High School 700 Wilson Street, Onalaska

Tours of Onalaska High School are available from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.

Military Encampment

Rowe Park 710 Hilltopper Drive, Onalaska

Head to Rowe Park to tour through a military encampment. The encampment will be on display from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM.

Historic Onalaska Trolley Tours

Great River Landing 101 Irvin Street, Onalaska

Hop aboard the Explore La Crosse Trolley as Mayor Kim Smith narrates a historic tour showcasing Onalaska's 175 years of history. Trolley tours start and

Historic Onalaska Trolley Tours

Great River Landing 101 Irvin Street, Onalaska

Hop aboard the Explore La Crosse Trolley as Mayor Kim Smith narrates a historic tour showcasing Onalaska's 175 years of history. Trolley tours start and

Historic Onalaska Trolley Tours

Great River Landing 101 Irvin Street, Onalaska

Hop aboard the Explore La Crosse Trolley as Mayor Kim Smith narrates a historic tour showcasing Onalaska's 175 years of history. Trolley tours start and

Kiddie Parade

Van Riper Park 255 Riders Club Road, Onalaska

Join Miss Onalaska and Miss Onalaska's Teen as they lead off the Kiddie Parade.

Family Fun Zone

Van Riper Park 255 Riders Club Road, Onalaska

Bring the family and enjoy the free carnival-style atmosphere in our Family Fun Zone. Inflatable rides, face painting, and much more await you!

Free

Your Generation In Concert

Van Riper Park 255 Riders Club Road, Onalaska

YGIC is timeless and intergenerational, playing music as diverse as its audience. Join us as we rock the world!

Salute to the 4th of July Fireworks

Van Riper Park 255 Riders Club Road, Onalaska

Join us for one of the best fireworks displays in the Coulee Region! The La Crosse Skyrockers will light up the night sky thanks to Festival Foods. Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy the show!

Free