Best Things to Do in La Crosse March 2–8, 2026
Family Fun, Fundraisers, Live Music and a Little Bit of Wine
LA CROSSE, Wis. — If February felt like it lasted 97 days, congratulations. You made it. March has arrived, the sun is hanging around a little longer, and the Coulee Region calendar is picking up steam.
From euchre nights and jazz lounges to polar plunges and wedding planning, here are some of the best events happening around La Crosse March 2 through March 8.
Things to do in La Crosse WI on Monday, March 2nd
Euchre Night at HD Tavern – Holmen
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Cards, cold drinks and Midwest competitiveness. Euchre Night at HD Tavern is proof that Wisconsin doesn’t need Vegas to feel alive on a Monday. Sign in starts at 6:30 p.m., and whether you’re a seasoned card shark or just there for the snacks, it’s a solid way to kick off the week.
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Events Happening Tuesday, March 3rd in the La Crosse Area
Fiber Arts Workshop – Sparta
Justin Trails Resort
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Knitting, weaving, stitching, spinning — if it involves thread and patience, it’s welcome here. This hands-on workshop is ideal for creatives who’ve been waiting all winter to make something besides sourdough.
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International Women’s Day Celebration – La Crosse
UWL Student Union – Bluffs Ballroom
5-7 p.m.
UW-La Crosse’s International Education & Engagement team hosts a celebration honoring women across cultures. Expect community connection, global perspectives and meaningful conversation.
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March Candlelight Hike with ORA Trails
Gateway Trails
5-7 p.m.
Fresh air does wonders for cabin fever. ORA’s candlelight hike blends winter beauty with just enough adventure to remind you why we live here.
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BINGO – La Crosse
HD Tavern
6:30 pm
If yelling “BINGO!” at strangers brings you joy, this one’s for you.
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Midweek Events in La Crosse: Wednesday, March 4th
Wine Down Wednesday- La Crosse
3 p.m.
Midweek deserves a reward. Wine Down Wednesdays pairs curated pours with that classic Charmant ambiance. It’s the adult version of surviving Wednesday.
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Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge: La Crosse - Luke Therling
Capella Performing Arts Center
Lounge Open from 4 – 10 p.m. | Music 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Live jazz and dessert? That’s not just an event — that’s therapy. Wednesday features Easy-swing standards, gentle ballads, and original jazz tunes, offered in a solo piano setting.es, offered in a solo piano setting.
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Spring Wine Social - La Crosse
Hatchery Riverside
5 – 8 p.m.
More wine. Because March. Step into Hatchery for a relaxed evening of wine, conversation, and the charm of our historic Riverfront space. Taste 9-12 carefully selected wines as we explore what might be featured on our upcoming Spring menu – your feedback will help guide our choices!
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Thursday, March 5th: Arts and Culture in the Seven Rivers Region
Water Music: Quince Ensemble – Winona
Minnesota Marine Art Museum
4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
An evening of contemporary vocal performance in one of the region’s most beautiful settings. Culture with a capital C. Quince is a contemporary classical treble voice ensemble that performs in the US and internationally. They will be accompanied by Eric Rohde on the violin. Between the two concerts there will be a reception.
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Mike James & Blake Blonde Perform - La Crosse
Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Loungs – Cappella Arts
Lounge Opens 4 p.m. | Music from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Guitar and Bass featuring classical jazz and Latin jazz standards
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Friday, March 6th: Family Events and Art Nights
Pump House Artist Reception – March – La Crosse
The Pump House Regional Arts Center
5 – 7 p.m.
Support local artists, mingle, and pretend you totally understand abstract interpretation. Art nights are a Coulee Region staple.
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In-Service Days at the RAD – My Neighbor Totoro – La Crosse
The RAD
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Perfect for kids on in-service days. The RAD brings family-friendly creativity and fun to downtown La Crosse.
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Saturday, March 7th: Outdoor Adventures, Workshops, and Fundraisers
La Crosse Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Wisconsin
Black River Beach Neighborhood Center
8:30 a.m.
Brave souls will jump into freezing water for a good cause. Spectators are welcome — and dry.
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Shitake Mushroom Workshop – Onalaska
Clearwater Farm
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Learn how to grow your own gourmet mushrooms. Suddenly your grocery bill just got interesting.
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Nature Saturday – La Crosse
The Nature Place
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Family-friendly outdoor exploration that reminds kids screens are not the only source of light.
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B.A.C.A. Soup Cook-off – La Crosse
All Star Lanes & Banquets
12 p.m.
Soup, community, and a whole lot of heart. Fundraiser events like this are the Seven-Rivers Region does best. This event is hosted by Bikers Against Child Abuse International. All funds raised go to support the Big River Chapter’s mission of empowering abused children and stay local to help those in need in our community.
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Line Dancing Party with Kickin’ Stomp
Concordia Ballroom
7 – 10 p.m.
Boots optional. Enthusiasm required. Jeanne Rasmussen from Kickin’ Stomp will teach line dances throughout the evening as well as take your line dance requests to keep the party stomping through the night.
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Sunday, March 8th: Wedding Planning and Family Fun
Wedding World 2026 – La Crosse
La Crosse Event Center
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Brides, grooms and planners, this one’s for you. Wedding World brings vendors, inspiration and planning under one roof. Even if you’re “just looking,” we all know how that goes. FREE event, or register for the VIP experience.
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Family Fun Expo – Onalaska
The Parenting Place
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Interactive, family-focused and built for busy parents who want to connect with local resources.
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Sunday Supper – La Crosse
The Charmant Hotel
5 – 9 p.m.
A proper Sunday meal without doing the dishes. That’s what we call a win. Reservations recommended.
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