CITY OF SUN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION & FORESTRY DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES 2026 SUMMER SCHEDULE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 26, 2026
Jade Pekol
Special Events & Sponsorship Manager
jpekol@cityofsunprairie.com
(608) 590-3828 
 
SUN PRAIRIE, Wis. – Get ready for a summer full of sunshine, laughter, and unforgettable memories! The Sun Prairie Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department is thrilled to unveil its 2026 Summer Events Schedule, running from June through October.

This year’s lineup promises something for everyone, whether you're a foodie, music lover, sticker collector, or just looking for fun ways to enjoy the season. With many events featuring local food trucks,
refreshing beverages, and family-friendly activities, all you need to bring is your appetite and a love for
the outdoors!

Concerts in the Park return to Wetmore Park on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month from June
through August, running from 5:00 – 8:00 pm. Food trucks and beer sales begin at 5:00 pm, a kid’s
focused music lineup from 5:00 – 6:00 pm, with live music kicking off after. This summer’s concert dates
are June 9 & 26, July 7 & 21, and August 11, with a special Friday night finale on August 21 featuring All
That Jazz Combo to close out the season. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy great tunes, delicious eats, and
local brews in the park. A full concert lineup, plus information on special Community Band pop-ups can
be found at www.cityofsunprairie.com/concerts.

This summer, our family-friendly Pop-Up Beer Gardens also return. These casual come-as-you-are
gatherings take place from 5:00 – 8:00 pm on select Wednesday evenings, rotating through various
community parks across Sun Prairie. Each event offers a new location, fresh atmosphere, and plenty of
local flavor. For a full list of dates and park locations, visit www.cityofsunprairie.com/beergardens.

Craving something tasty? Food Truck Nights have expanded this year due to their popularity last summer! This summer will feature three Food Truck Nights at Smith’s Crossing Community Park, with
12-14 food trucks at each event. These events run from 5:00 – 8:00 pm on June 29, July 27, and August
17.

Finally, July brings the return of Fun Prairie, a month-long celebration of all the fun to be had in Sun
Prairie! This community-wide celebration is packed with free activities for all ages, including a citywide
sticker scavenger hunt, Parker N. Rex’s Birthday Bash, a dino egg hunt, the Splash and Sizzle pool party,
and much more! Learn more and view the full calendar of events at www.funprairie.com.

Do you need a good reason to escape into the outdoors this summer? Want to help us keep our free
community events a success? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you! Sign up today to volunteer
for our summer community events: https://cityofsunprairie.volunteermatters.org/project-catalog/70

Stay updated on all dates, locations and event announcements by visiting www.cityofsunprairie.com/communityevents or by following us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sunprairierec.
 
About City of Sun Prairie
Sun Prairie is a vibrant and thriving community located in northeastern Dane County, just east of the
City of Madison. The City of Sun Prairie has experienced strong population growth since its incorporation
from a village to a city in 1958, undergoing a transformation from a relatively small community of less
than 4,000 to an estimated 39,419 today.