Boulder Junction Events

Head to Boulder Junction in the heart of Wisconsin’s Northwoods, and you’ll find a full calendar of events all year long, from holiday celebrations to live music to the annual Musky Jamboree—a weekend full of fun activities focused on northern Wisconsin’s most famous fish.


Note: Events are subject to change. Please contact the event organizer for information about a specific event.

North Lakeland Discovery Center hosts Candlelit Snowshoe Soiree

North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish Waters, WI, United States

Enjoy an evening snowshoe hike on the Discovery Center's one-mile snowshoe trail with beautifully lit luminaries paving the way. Bring your own snowshoes or borrow ours for $5/pair (limited quantities available). Join us for hot chocolate, s'mores, and a bonfire following your hike!  $7 per person.  Please register by 2/14/25.  Saturday 5:00 pm - 6:30 […]

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for North Lakeland Discovery Center

North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish Waters, WI, United States

This fundraiser will help us to continue keeping our Nature Center free to the community, offer drop-in programs year-round, and support our Animal Ambassadors you have grown to love over the years! Dinner includes: spaghetti, meatballs (optional), salad, homemade sourdough garlic bread, and dessert. Cash bar available by donation. $12/advance $15/door $5 children 12 and […]

North Lakeland Discovery Center: Woods & Water Conference

North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish Waters, WI, United States

Join us for a gathering centered on partnerships and collaboration. Let's celebrate water, explore solutions, and stay informed about the science and research related to our Northwoods and treasured lakes. Contact: North Lakeland Discovery Center, (715) 543-2085 or discoverycenter.net.

North Lakeland Discovery Center: 20th Annual Bird & Wildlife Festival

North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish Waters, WI, United States

Celebrate 20 years of exploring the wildlife and natural beauty of the Wisconsin Northwoods at the 20th Annual Northwoods Bird & Wildlife Festival! Participants are welcome to partake in a variety of guided hikes and tours, bird watching expeditions, bird banding demonstrations, and interactive workshops throughout the weekend's festivities. Contact: North Lakeland Discovery Center, (715) […]

North Lakeland Discovery Center’s Summer Family Play Day

North Lakeland Discovery Center 14006 Discovery Ln, Manitowish Waters, WI, United States

Catered toward families of all ages, the Discovery Center's Family Play Day features outdoor activities including nature art, giant bubble making, lawn games, and canoeing, fishing, a fish casting contest, and more! From 11am-2pm. Contact: North Lakeland Discovery Center, (715) 543-2085 or discoverycenter.net.