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2020 Lake Andrea Sunset Boat With Walkers Brightened

Exciting Ways to Spend Memorial Day Weekend in Pleasant Prairie

By Visit Pleasant Prairie staff on May. 18, 2023

Photo by Village of Pleasant Prairie Honor the Fallen First and foremost, Memorial Day is a holiday to remember those who lost their lives fighting for our country. Take a walk through Prairie Springs Park and pay a visit to the Pleasant Prairie Veterans Memorial. Find it on the southeast side of Prairie Springs Park. You can also pay a visit to Ingram Park to check out the Pleasant Prairie Vietnam Memorial which is dedicated to Kenosha County veterans who gave their lives in Vietnam. Make a Splash Adrenaline fans can watch some of the most exciting powerboat racing in the world at the US…

Sip into Summer with the Best Margarita Recipes and Trends

By Visit Pleasant Prairie staff on May. 04, 2023

In this blog we take a deep dive into one of the world’s most refreshing and beloved cocktails - the margarita! Learn about the possible origins of the cocktail, the best places in Pleasant Prairie for margaritas, margarita tips and recipes for your next party and places to source ingredients. History of the Margarita Some say the margarita was born in a Mexican restaurant in 1938, where it was poured for a showgirl who only enjoyed tequila. Others attribute the origin to Margaret Sames of Texas in 1948, who created the drink herself at a house party. Perhaps the most on the nose account…

2022 Ice Fishing Lake Andrea with John and Son Trez

Things to Do in Winter with Kids in Pleasant Prairie

By Visit Pleasant Prairie staff on Mar. 09, 2023

Winter can be a challenging time to keep kids entertained, especially with cold weather and snow. However, if you're in or near Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, there are plenty of fun activities for kids to embrace the outdoors or take comfort inside! Get Out And See What Pleasant Prairie Has to Offer Visit Pleasant Prairie’s Christmas Holiday Lights Tour Many of the homes in Pleasant Prairie create incredible holiday light displays for our Christmas Holiday Lights Tour. Visit Pleasant Prairie creates a map and guide to the BEST holiday lights in the Village. Some of the stops include holiday…

PHOTO GUIDE: The Most Instagram-worthy Spots in Pleasant Prairie and Beyond

By Visit Pleasant Prairie staff on Jun. 26, 2022

Pleasant Prairie and the surrounding areas are full of unique, picturesque locations sure to brighten up your feed. This photo guide will keep any shutterbug busy with beaches, adventures, local favorites, and even a few hidden gems! Don’t forget to use #VisitPleasantPrairie for a chance to be featured on our Instagram account! SIGNS AND MURALS There are 23 of these rustic wooden signs scattered around Wisconsin that welcome folks to our great state. The most photographed sign is right here in Pleasant Prairie! Map it: Wisconsin Welcome Sign You can’t miss this colorful Welcome to…

2021-06-06 Lake Andrea Paved Path Dad-Daughter Bikers (1)

Let’s Hit the Trails In Pleasant Prairie

By Visit Pleasant Prairie staff on May. 10, 2022

Pleasant Prairie locals take great pride in the beauty, peace and adventure offered on our trails. Whether you’re here for an athletic event at the Pleasant Prairie RecPlex or relaxing at one of our award-winning hotels, the natural world is calling your name to explore our nature trails, biking trails and easy going walking paths. The last trail we feature is one of the most dog-friendly in the area! Reconnect with Nature on This Pleasant Prairie Trail Hackbarth Trail - 1.9 miles Of all the trails in Pleasant Prairie, Hackbarth Trail tops the list for the most diverse and well populated with…

2022-03-18 Santa Fe Spinach Dip from Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

The Best Chips & Dips in Pleasant Prairie

By Visit Pleasant Prairie staff on Mar. 22, 2022

The Village of Pleasant Prairie has fantastic chip and dip options that cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. For those craving the classics, we have guacamole and chips and salsa varieties sure to please even the most discerning palates. Wisconsin is a mecca for cheese lovers, so you know we’ll be featuring some choice cheese dips. Purveyors of snack foods and appetizers sometimes leave out the plant-based community, but not in Pleasant Prairie! We round out this article with a small profile on one of our hometown plant-based heroes, Good Foods Group. Guac O’clock at Pleasant…

2021-01-27 Headline Chicken Dinner with Mojos from Ruffolo’s Pizza

Pleasant Prairie Restaurants: Chicken Dishes That’ll Make You Dance

By Visit Pleasant Prairie staff on Feb. 08, 2022

Pleasant Prairie locals know that our area restaurants serve some of the most delectable chicken dishes in all of Wisconsin! Our chefs and cooks are delighted to offer poultry classics like Chicken Cacciatore and Nashville Hot Chicken. Kids (and grownups) can look forward to a variety of finger food options. Visiting foodies, don’t miss the Wisconsin-born regional favorite that we discuss at the end of this article! Chicken classics in beautiful Pleasant Prairie WI Chicken Cacciatore with Linguine from Ruffolo’s Pizza On your next date night, treat your partner to the Chicken Cacciatore with…

2021 Cheer On Pleasant Prairie Triathlon Map

The Best Places To Watch The Pleasant Prairie Triathlon

By Sarah Howard on Jun. 25, 2021

Excitement is palpable in Pleasant Prairie right now. Hosted by Race Day Events, the Pleasant Prairie Triathlon returns, Sunday, June 27th. After the pandemic hiatus in 2020, more than 1,000 athletes are ready to compete at Prairie Springs Park. New this year: Pleasant Prairie will also serve as the 2021 Americas Triathlon Para Championships site, which is the last Paralympic qualifier before the Tokyo Olympics. Let's cheer on triathletes and Paralympic hopefuls! Below is a Pleasant Prairie Triathlon route map including four locations that offer great views and easy parking to watch these…

4 Tips For Taking Great Fall Pictures of Your Family

By Sarah Baldwin on Sep. 28, 2020

Fall is upon us! I can see and feel it already. This is my favorite time and I am excited to be able to photograph the most beautiful season of the year. Here’s a quick list of four tips on WHEN-WHERE-WHAT-HOW for anyone who wants to attempt capturing the beautiful backdrop of fall colors in their family pictures. I know the struggle (especially when getting littles to all smile at the same time!) and have a few suggestions to make it a success. Tip 1: WHEN In my opinion, the prime color time is the second and third weeks of October in Pleasant Prairie. It varies each year with the intensity…

Carol Beach Lake Michigan family - Village Pic

Puerto Backyarda: Vacationing Locally

By Sarah Howard on May. 22, 2020

The "it's five o'clock somewhere" state of mind is one that I've been craving lately. With no plans on traveling far in the near future, I'm going to feed my appetite for adventure, safely, right here in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin – the place I proudly now call home. It is, after all, the perfect slice of paradise in our corner of America's Dairyland - WISCONSIN! With its picturesque landscapes, unique open spaces for outdoor recreation, and access to some of the best attractions in the U.S., it feels like our Village has the best of it all. I really want to use this time to kick back and…