Culture on the River is a community event series celebrating art, music, food, wellness, and cultural experiences in Sauk Prairie’s newly enhanced riverfront green spaces. These evenings are designed to bring residents, visitors, businesses, and organizations together while showcasing the vibrant spaces along the river in Sauk City and Prairie du Sac.
Tuesdays in Sauk City
5:30–7:30 PM | 846 Water St, Sauk City
Riverfront Green Space next to La Mexicana
Thursdays in Prairie du Sac
5:30–7:30 PM | 571 Water St, Prairie du Sac
Green Space next to Ziegler Photography
& Tripp Heritage Museum
A Latin Experience Through Art, Music & Food
Celebrate Latin culture through an evening of music, food, and creativity.
Music
- Son De Jas
Food
- La Mexicana
- Delicias Monarkas
Activity
- Coco Mask Making with J Vod Creative
A Latin Experience Through Art, Music & Food
A Latin Experience Through Dance
Celebrate Latin culture through movement, flavor, and community.
Food
- Latin-inspired specials at Water Street Social Club
Activity
- Latin Dance Instruction with Capitol Social
A Passport to Play, Culture & Creativity
A family-friendly evening designed to inspire curiosity through food, music, and hands-on activities from around the world.
Music
- Harriet Larson & Co.
Food
- Nemmas World Tour
- Kona Ice of Monona
Activity
- Face Painting with J Vod Creative & Emma Duncan
Our Stories, Our Culture
Celebrate the people, places, and stories that make Sauk Prairie unique.
Presentation
- History of Sauk Prairie presented by the Sauk Prairie Area Historical Society (4:30–5:30 PM)
Music
- Sam Ness performing at C2 Juicery
Food
- Specials at C2 Juicery & Eats
A Caribbean Celebration of Rhythm & Flavor
Experience the vibrant sounds and flavors of the Caribbean along the riverfront.
Music
- Universal Sound
Food
- La Mexicana
- Kona Ice of Monona
Activity
- Paint Night with J Vod Creative
A Caribbean Celebration of Sound & Taste
Enjoy the vibrant sounds and flavors of the Caribbean.
Music
- Chad Bartell Steel Pan Drum
Food
- Peach Pops
- Caribbean-inspired specials at Que's Bar & River Deck
Activity
- DIY Flower Crown Making
A Southern & Western Cultural Roundup
Enjoy Southern hospitality and Western-inspired fun with live music, food, and hands-on activities.
Music
- BAMM
Food
- A Steak in the Community
- Sauk Prairie Solar Group
- Dax Drink Shack
Activities
- Flower Pot Decorating with Serenity Art Gallery
- Horseshoe Wind Chime Project
A Southern Creativity Celebration
Experience Southern-inspired music, food, and creativity.
Music
- Madtown Mannish Boys
Food
- Specials at Water Street Social Club
Location
- Activities hosted at Water Street Social Club
A Journey Through Europe’s Art, Taste & Traditions
Explore the tastes, sounds, and artistic traditions of Europe.
Music
- Val Sigal
Food
- Ben's Soft Pretzels
- Nemmas World Tour
Activity
- Hand-Painted Wine Glass with Serenity Art Gallery
European Artistry & Wellness
Celebrate European-inspired food, wellness, and community connections.
Food
- Cordelia's SweetShoppe
- Somewhere in the Middle
Activities
- Yard & Board Games
Flavor, Art & Heritage
Discover Asian traditions through wellness, food, and cultural entertainment.
Wellness
- Tai Chi with Peg Faludi
Food
- Best of Thai
- Cordelia's SweetShoppe
Entertainment
- Lion Dance by Zhong Yi Kung Fu
Activities
- Flower Pot Decorating with Serenity Art Gallery
- Horseshoe Wind Chime Project
Mind, Body & Spirit
Discover traditions that promote wellness, mindfulness, and creativity.
Wellness
- Sound Bath with Prairie Fire Yoga
Food
- Specials at Water Street Social Club
Activities
- Crane Origami with J Vod Creative
- Henna Tattoos with Emma Duncan
The Culture on the River is supported in part by a grant from the Sauk County Economic Development, Arts & Culture Committee and the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin.