New Glarus

The New Glarus Chamber of Commerce is once again joining the New Glarus Police Department to offer this bicycle event to children in 4k through 4th grade. The rodeo will give kids a chance to practice and develop skills to become better, safer bicyclists.

Come and enjoy a full weekend celebrating this historic presentation! Share with your family the story of Swiss independence, written by German playwright Friedrich Schiller. It's a live theater presentation with intricate costumes and a lively cast that includes goats, cows and horses. More than 200 local volunteers join to make each colorful performance come […]

Boos & Brews Halloween pub crawl! Registration fee includes gift, chance to win door prizes at each bar, professional photography, and 5 drink tickets (beer and rail drinks only). Costumes HIGHLY encouraged!! While in town, grab some supper at one of our unique local restaurants, and check out our downtown shops! You’ll find everything from […]

Silvesterchlausen is an ancient New Year's celebration from Appenzell, Switzerland. St. Sylvester’s Day (called Silvester in Switzerland) is New Year’s Eve, and is still observed on the old date from the Julian calendar, January 15th. The event is a procession through town filled with yodeling, bells, and garish costumes. The costumes, called Groscht, are nature-based […]