Musky Festival

June 26, 2026 - June 28, 2026

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Main Street - Hayward, WI 54843
Information: 715-634-8662

Event Date Detail
Jun 26, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026

Hayward’s largest summer celebration of the great fishing history of Wisconsin’s Northwoods. Held annually the weekend following Father’s Day in downtown Hayward. The weekend includes the crowning of our Musky Festival Queen, sidewalk sales, large handmade arts & crafts show, live music, children’s games, great food booths, Musky Run, cornhole tournament, FHNB fishing contest and a carnival. Everyone will enjoy regional musicians during Friday and Saturday night street dances. The weekend concludes with a large parade on Sunday.

  • Free Admission
    • Yes
  • Fish Type
    • Bass
    • Musky
    • Northern Pike
    • Panfish
    • Walleye
  • Fishing style
    • Inland Lake / River
  • Fair/Festival Type
    • Arts & Crafts
    • Community

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