Frequently Asked Questions

Limited parking will be available on the grounds in the Omni Center and Aquatic Center parking lots. Parking is available on streets adjacent to the grounds. Handicap parking is available on the north side of Riders Club Road between East Avenue and the Omni Center.

We do our best to keep things on schedule and in some cases even if there is rain in the forecast. If there is a significant threat of rain, thunderstorms or severe weather forecasted we may have to make adjustments to the schedule or relocated some of the scheduled events. The Onalaska Police Department with the support of the National Weather Service in La Crosse and La Crosse County Emergency Management will assist us in making the best decisions for the safety of everyone in attendance. We encourage you to follow us on Facebook for regular updates throughout the day and evening.

In the event the fireworks are postponed due to weather, the fireworks will be held on Sunday, June 25. There will be no additional rain dates if the fireworks are unable to be held on June 24 or June 25.

No. We invite you to bring your own lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy a great lineup of entertainment.

Yes! We have a group of volunteers that will be selling burgers, brats, and hot dogs at the Festival Foods tent located near the stage. Food purchases help offset some of the costs we incur with booking entertainment and also serves as a fundraiser for a local organization.

Celebrate Onalaska is free to attend. There is no button or ticket to be admitted to the grounds. Come and enjoy the free entertainment, Family Fun Zone activities, and fireworks. Food is available for purchase on the grounds. Thank you to the sponsors of Celebrate Onalaska for their continued support in keeping this event free for everyone to enjoy.

You are allowed to bring your own food onto the grounds. We only ask that you pick up any trash and throw it in the closest trash bin or take it with you. We are grateful for the generosity of the School District of Onalaska for allowing us use of the grounds and with your cooperation in keeping the grounds clean, we will be able to continue to use the grounds for many more years.

Soda and water is available for purchase at the Festival Foods Tent. No alcoholic beverages are sold on the grounds. People wishing to purchase alcoholic beverages can do so at the Onalaska Omni Center Arena 2 entrance.