WI events you won’t want to miss this week

Good morning, Wisconsin!

Ellie here. Happy Monday! Thanks for starting your week with us.

I feel like we’ve had this countdown going for months, but the day is almost here. We’ve officially made it to November, and Election Day is one day away! Here are some reminders before you head to the polls.

In Wisconsin, polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 3. If you’re in line by 8 p.m., stay in line! You can still vote. Be sure to check your polling place beforehand to avoid any confusion.

Wisconsin also requires a photo ID for in-person voting. Here’s where you can find out what IDs are accepted.

If you still need to register to vote, no worries! You can do so on Election Day at your polling place, you’ll just need to bring proof of residence showing your current address.

And don’t forget, UpNorthNews will be hosting a live stream all through election night, keeping you up to date on the key races, numbers, and everything in between.

Got any other questions you need answered before heading to the polls? Let me know and I’ll help get them answered for you!

Ellie Bourdo

Newsletter Editor, UpNorthNews

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With the cooler temperatures finally creeping in, there’s no better way to warm up than with a bon fire.

Here’s a great photo of just that, from our reader Michael S.

“Fall fire at Lake Ripley. Go Brewers!”

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What’s happening in Wisconsin this week

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Another Monday means another Wisconsin event roundup. Here’s what we’ve got going on in the Badger State this week:

🖌 Appleton North Artisan Faire (Nov. 7)

Enjoy a marketplace full of handcrafted and artisan products, from ceramics and jewelry to woodworking, fiber arts, and specialty foods.

🎶 Blues, Brews, and BBQ’s, Marinette (Nov. 7)

Head to Marinette for a night of live blues music paired with delicious barbecue samples and award-winning craft beer.

🍷 2026 Holiday Wine Walk, Fond du Lac (Nov. 7)

Fond du Lac’s downtown businesses turn into “tasting rooms” during this festive holiday stroll featuring wine tastings, shopping, and a souvenir glass. Choose from wine or nonalcoholic mocktail tickets, with options to sample 12 different drinks.

🎨 Holiday Wonder Art & Craft Expo, Fond du Lac (Nov. 7)

Get a head start on your holiday shopping at this festive expo featuring more than 90 vendors selling handcrafted goods, from jewelry to soaps, home decor, and more.

🌿 Madison Herb Fair (Nov. 7)

Explore herbal wellness with expert speakers, a Q&A session, and a marketplace featuring vendors from across the Midwest.

🎸 Goose, Milwaukee (Nov. 6-8)

Head to the Miller High Life Theater and catch an amazing performance from American rock band Goose, known for genre-blending music and improvisational jams.

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3 ways you can get involved on Election Day in Wisconsin

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With Election Day tomorrow, there are more ways to get involved than just casting you ballot.

If you’re looking to take action, you can do so by signing up to serve as a paid poll worker, volunteering as an election observer to help stop voter suppression, or reminding neighbors to vote and celebrate at a Party at the Polls. Here’s how to get involved.

Learn more →

These will be Wisconsin’s most-watched election contests this November

Top left: David Crowley and Tom Tiffany; Middle left: Eric Toney and Josh Kaul; Bottom left: Rebecca Cooke and Derrick Van Orden; Top right: Jenna Jacobson and Howard Marklein

While everyone will be keeping an eye on the race for governor, there are other key matchups that will affect control of the Legislature, potentially control of Congress, and more.

Here’s a quick refresher on the key races to keep an eye on before heading to the polls and what to know about the candidates.

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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Ellie Bourdo with stories from Abigail Deatrick and Pat Kreitlow. It was edited by Crystal Niforos.

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