Aerial view of Elm Street Plaza during a market day in Wisconsin Dells

Downtown Wisconsin Dells

Elm Street
Plaza

Your gathering place for markets, music, community events, and everything that makes Downtown Wisconsin Dells special.

What's Happening

Upcoming Events

There's always something happening at the Plaza. Check out what's coming up and mark your calendar.

Live Entertainment

See Summer Schedule

Bands every day of the week

Saturday, June 611:00 am

Tiny Heroes, Giant Adventures!

Help us kick off our summer reading program at the Elm Street Plaza in Downtown Wisconsin Dells. Join local author Amy Laundrie for a family fun event based on her chapter book Snip and Bittersweet. Enjoy storytelling, laughs, and imaginative fun as we enter the world of tiny heroes and giant adventures!

Saturdays in Summer11:00 am

Summer Story Times

June 20, July 18, August 1, August 15, August 29 - Join Ms. Tammy from the Kilbourn Public Library for Stories at the Plaza featuring songs, movement, stories and hands-on activities perfect for families and children. The Kilbourn Public Library Bookmobile will be onsite for book checkouts.

Every Sunday9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Sunday Markets

Join us every Sunday at Elm Street Plaza for our outdoor market featuring local artisans, handmade goods, fresh produce, jewelry, pet treats, and so much more from Wisconsin vendors.

Plan Your Visit

A Day in Downtown
Wisconsin Dells

Not sure where to start? Here are a few of our favorite ways to spend a day downtown. We rotate these each week, so check back often!

The Perfect Saturday Morning

  1. 1Start with coffee & pastries at a downtown cafe
  2. 2Browse the 9:30 am Sunday Markets at Elm Street Plaza
  3. 3Grab lunch at a local eatery on Broadway
  4. 4Walk along the Riverwalk to take in the scenery

Family Fun Afternoon

  1. 1Pick up treats at the downtown candy shop
  2. 2Catch a live performance at the Plaza
  3. 3Explore the unique shops along Broadway
  4. 4End with ice cream from a Wisconsin favorite

Date Night in the Dells

  1. 1Start with cocktails at a downtown lounge
  2. 2Enjoy live music at Elm Street Plaza
  3. 3Dinner at a farm-to-table restaurant
  4. 4Take an evening stroll through the lit-up Plaza

The Tourist Trail

  1. 1Snap a photo at the iconic Elm Street Plaza mural
  2. 2Browse locally-made souvenirs and Wisconsin goods
  3. 3Try a famous Wisconsin cheese curd sampler
  4. 4Catch the sunset from the Riverwalk downtown

Wellness & Relaxation

  1. 1Morning yoga session on the Plaza green
  2. 2Fresh smoothie from a local juice vendor
  3. 3Browse the wellness market for handmade soaps & candles
  4. 4Wind down with a scenic walk along the river path

Nature & Adventure Day

  1. 1Fuel up with a hearty breakfast downtown
  2. 2Hit the nearby hiking trails and bluffs
  3. 3Stop back at the Plaza for a midday market browse
  4. 4Finish with a craft beer at a local taproom
Elm Street Plaza is located in the heart of downtown Wisconsin Dells, WI

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Become a Vendor
or Performer

Elm Street Plaza is always looking for talented vendors, artists, musicians, and performers to bring our community events to life.

Artisans, makers, and crafters
Food vendors and food trucks
Musicians and live performers
Wellness and fitness instructors
Community organizations and nonprofits