By: Anne Kleier

Discover Fall in Whitewater! Whitewater provides its community with many exciting activities during this colorful season. Whether you are a fan of a relaxed, laid-back setting or enjoy the thrill of outdoor adventure, Whitewater is sure to have what you are looking for! For inspiration on how to be involved in the local community during this crisp time of the year, keep reading to learn five must-do activities!

Whitewater Spirit Tour

October 11, 12: 5:30 to 10:00 p.m.

Explore Whitewater’s mysterious history at the annual Whitewater Spirit Tour! Discover haunting stories of witches, ghouls, and ghosts, and hear about chilling, unexplainable incidents in our small Midwestern town. On this tour, you will be guided through cemetery plots, view historical inhabitant locations, and visit places deemed to be “haunted.”

Bus Tour: Community Engagement Center, 1260 W. Main St.

Walking Tour: The Sweet Spot Cafe, 226 W. Whitewater St.

Shockwave Haunts

Friday and Saturday nights in October.

Did you know that there is a haunted house in Whitewater? Visit Shockwave Haunts for a fun, thrilling night with your friends!

N8660 Clover Valley Rd, Whitewater, WI 53190

Whitewater City Market

Tuesdays, Sept. 22-Oct. 29: 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Support Whitewater’s local businesses and vendors at the Whitewater City Market! Whitewater’s City Market provides its guests with a wide variety of entertainment. Here, you will enjoy live music, local vendors, and items for purchase, including art, handcrafted goods, and produce.

Whitewater Historic Depot (Surrounding area and parking lot)

301 W. Whitewater St, Whitewater, WI 53190

Whitewater Farmers Market

Saturdays, beginning May through the end of October.

Stop by the Whitewater Farmers Market to stock up on fresh produce from our nearby local farms. Purchase baked goods and yummy treats from Whitewater’s community vendors, and enjoy exploring what crafts and handmade goods you can purchase!

Whitewater Historic Depot (Surrounding area and parking lot)

301 W. Whitewater St, Whitewater, WI 53190

Ghouls Night Out

Thursday, Oct. 27: 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Dress to impress at the annual “Trick-or-Treat” event in Whitewater! Walk up and down Whitewater’s Main Street and visit local shops for some October fun! Enjoy mask-making, games, spooky stories, and a scavenger hunt! You’re never too old to go ‘Trick-or-Treating!’

Downtown Whitewater, 150 W. Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190

Fall Hiking:

Ice Age Trail

Hike historical geographical locations right here in Whitewater! Enjoy the natural and scenic beauty of just a tiny part of the National Ice Age Scenic Trail. Fall is the best time to explore nature with its beautiful changing leaves and cool temperatures.

UWW Nature Center

Visit the UWW Nature Center located right on campus! Explore 100 acres of UWW-protected land and 5 miles of various ecosystems in the fall season. Take a quick break from your studies and classes and take a refreshing walk to the UWW wetlands, woodlands, and prairies!  What wildlife will you spot?