Welcome to your ultimate guide for November events in the La Crosse, Wisconsin area! Whether you’re a lifelong resident or a first-time visitor, our guide is designed to spotlight all the happenings around the area. From holiday markets to fundraisers and live performances, there’s truly something for everyone.
Below, you’ll find the full detailed line-up of things to do in the coulee region for November 2025. Our guide will be updated weekly so be sure to check back for updates!
November 1-15
artPOP Holiday Open House
When: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Where: artPOP, La Crosse
Time: 4-7 p.m.
Shop some new and exciting vendors, get a first peek at our holiday merch and make a free craft
WI Small Business Summit
When: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Where: UWL Student Union, La Crosse
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A full-day program with information and activities for existing and start-up businesses
Music on the Marsh
When: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Where: The Nature Place, La Crosse
Time: 6-9 p.m.
A night of music featuring Grammy award-winning American Roots icon Dom Flemons
Downtown Holiday Open House
When: Friday, November 14, 2025
Where: Downtown La Crosse
Time: 4-8 p.m.
An enchanting start to the holiday season with dazzling decorations, jolly tunes, special discounts and more
Friday Night Comedy
When: November 14, 21, & 28, 2025
Where: Moxie’s, La Crosse
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Live comedy every Friday night at Moxie’s
Winding Ridge Holiday Makers Market
When: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Where: Havenwood Event Center, Sparta
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
An annual maker’s market featuring a curated selection of local, handcrafted good
Holiday Craft and Bake Sale
When: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Where: Eagle’s Club, La Crosse
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Shop local crafts and baked treats sponsored by Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary
Holiday Marketplace Bazaar
When: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Where: Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, La Crosse
Time: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Shop local makers, Christmas decor, Norwegian baked good, and more
November 16-31
Holiday Fair & More
When: November 20-23, 2025
Where: La Crosse Center
Times Vary
A long-standing tradition with crafts, holiday shopping, and more
Winona Con 2025
When: Friday, November 20, 2025
Where: Express Suites Riverport, Winona
Time: 2-9 p.m.
A weekend full of table-top board games and more with seminars and tournaments
Craft & Vendor Show
When: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Where: Sparta American Legion
Time: 9a.m. to 3 p.m.
Shop local for the holidays and support local makers and vendors
Rooted Holistic Healing & Wellness Fair
When: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Where: La Crosse Center
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Explore 40+ holistic vendors and practitioners offering holistic wellness solutions and more
Holiday Walk-About 2025
When: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Where: Downtown Main Street Galesville
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Join the hustle and bustle of the holiday season in charming Downtown Galesville
Eagle Crest South Holiday Bazaar
When: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Where: Eagle Crest Communities, La Crosse
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A festive event featuring gifts, crafts, prizes, baked goods, and is free and open to the public
Mistletoe Market
When: November 22-23, 2025
Where: Fox Hollow Golf Course, Onalaska
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A large holiday market featuring local vendors
A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland
When: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Where: Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau Performing Arts Center
Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Irish dancers and musicians bringing the spirit of Christmas to life, in a show that will make you laugh, cry, and sing into the night
La Crosse Community Thanksgiving Dinner
When: Friday, November 27, 2025
Where: La Crosse Center
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
A free, traditional dinner, that celebrates community and includes a worship service
Holiday Great River Makers Market
When: Saturday, November 29, 2025
Where: 595 Veterans Parkway, La Crescent
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Celebrate Small Business Saturday with over 40 local & handmade businesses
La Crosse Rotary Lights
When: November 28-December 31, 2025
Where: Riverside Park, La Crosse
Time: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Celebrating 31 years of La Crosse’s Rotary Lights Display at Rvierside Park with over 3,000,000 lights
