Fire on the River 2026

Fire on the River – Sauk Prairie’s Ultimate Summer Celebration! 

FIREWORKS are on FRIDAY!

Get ready for one of Sauk Prairie’s biggest and most exciting events of the year! Fire on the River brings the community together for an unforgettable weekend along the beautiful Wisconsin River.

Enjoy live music, delicious food and drinks, and fun-filled activities for all ages. From the high-energy Eagle Chase (5K, 10K, and half marathon) to a classic car show, games, and more—there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

As the sun sets, the excitement builds to a grand finale—an incredible fireworks display lighting up the river and sky. It’s the perfect way to celebrate summer with friends, family, and the entire community.

Don’t miss this vibrant, can’t-miss Sauk Prairie tradition! 🎆

• 11:00 AM - Event Grounds Open Friday
• 11:30 AM - Food Court / Beer and Wine Garden Open
• 12 - 3:00 PM - [NEW EVENT] - Tractor Show  - (Registration opens at 11 am)
• 1:30 - 3:00 PM - Live Music - Lights Out Band
• 4 - 7:30 PM Live Music - Michael Alexander & Big Whiskey
• 8 - 9:30 PM - HEADLINER - Live Music - Forgotten Highway
• 9:35 PM Opening Ceremonies - VFW Honor Guard followed by National Anthem
• Approximately 9:45 PM - FIREWORKS DISPLAY on the Riverway!!!
• 10:10 - 11:45 PM - HEADLINER - Live Music - Forgotten Highway
• Midnight - Event Grounds Close

  
  Saturday Event Schedule

• 7 AM Eagle Chase Run Start - @ Riverfront Park
• 7:30 - 10:30 AM - Boosters Breakfast - Sauk Prairie Sports Boosters & La Mexicana Restaurant (Patio behind La Mexicana)
• 11:00 AM - Event Grounds Open
• 11:00 AM - Food Court / Beer and Wine Garden Opens
• 11 - 3:00 PM - Thunder Car Show - (Registration Open @ 10:00 AM)
• 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM - Sauk Prairie Rising Stars - (Main Stage)
• 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Bags Tournament
• 4 - 7:30 PM - Live Music - Foo Foo Dolls
• 8:00 - 11:00 PM - Live Music - Headliner - Super Tuesday
• 11:00 PM Event Ends