A Lake Geneva sports bar turns 40, while Women’s Weekend comes to town
Look Ahead lists some of the events happening this weekend in the Lake Geneva area. The following information is subject to change. Confirming details with event planners is recommended. Email Special Sections Coordinator Steve Targo at stargo@lakegenevanews.net to have an event appear in this listing.
The Big Al Wetzel Band (pictured) is laying down the grooves for the 40th anniversary party of Champs Sports Bar & Grill in Lake Geneva. The party is scheduled for Sunday, April 26.
Wednesday, April 22
Earth and National Jelly Bean Day — 5:30-6:30 p.m., Lake Geneva Public Library, 918 W. Main St., Lake Geneva, lglibrary.org/events. Make a mosaic Earth using jelly beans at this free, family-friendly youth program.
Thursday, April 23
Joseph Ribkoff Trunk Show — Noon-6 p.m., The Cornerstone Shop & Gallery, 214 Broad St., Lake Geneva, cornerstonelakegeneva.com/blogs/events/joseph-ribkoff-april-23-2026-trunk-show. Shop the complete spring/summer collection in person and be among the first to preview pre-order fall styles. Those who RSVP can receive a $25 gift card from Jasmine Salon and Spa. See link for more.
Local Live Music: D’Lite Duo — 5-8 p.m., Next Door Pub Lakeside, W4118 Lakeshore Drive, town of Geneva. See Next Door Pub Lakeside’s Facebook page for more.
Friday, April 24
Made-to-order Typewriter Poetry — 10 a.m.-noon, Lake Geneva Public Library, lglibrary.org/events. Part of the library’s celebration of National Poetry Month. Guests will join Keith and Ellen for coffee, cookies and poets will compose poems on the spot with vintage typewriters. Free event.
Arbor Day Event — 1:30-2:30 p.m., Lake Geneva Public Library, lglibrary.org/events. A youth-geared celebration of the holiday, starting with a story then crafts. See online for more.
Women’s Weekend Lake Geneva 2026 — 3-6 p.m., The Cove of Lake Geneva, 111 Center St., Lake Geneva. The theme this year is “Let’s Go Girls,” intended to bring a lively Western spirit to the various workshops, dining and other activities. Registration is free for a ticket which is required in order to participate in Women’s Weekend. But to take part in event activities, select them as add-ons while registering online. There is a fee for each add-on. While there are some add-ons Sunday, April 25, there is also another general event day Saturday, April 24, 9 a.m.-noon. For more, search “Women’s Weekend Lake Geneva 2026” on Eventbrite.
Bling That Hat, Girls — 3-4 p.m., Niche Cafe & Wine Bar, 715 Hunt Club Ct., town of Geneva, nichelg.com. Participants will adorn Western hats to be provided at the event. “Equal parts crafty, classy and a tiny bit sassy,” according to the link. More at the Niche site.
The Doors Tribute — Doors open 6 p.m., show starts 7 p.m., Geneva Stage, 244 Broad St., Lake Geneva, genevastage.com. Featuring the Ultimate Doors. Tickets $25-35, plus fees.
Woods School Silent Auction — 6:30-9 p.m., Gordy’s Boat House, 336 Lake St., Fontana. An adults-only affair with live music, hors d’oeuvres, treats, cash bar, and of course, the auction. Tickets $35 each. Visit the Woods Parent Teacher Group page on Facebook for more.
Billy Joel Tribute — 7 p.m., Belfry Music Theatre, 3601 Highway 67, Delavan, belfrymusicteatre.com/events. Mulberry Street performing. Another show is Saturday, April 25, at 7 p.m. Tickets for either show: $72-88. See link for more.
Local Live Music: Tom Stanfield — 8:30-10:30 p.m., Niche Cafe & Wine Bar, nichelg.com.
Saturday, April 25
Sprint for Spring 5K Run/Walk — 8:30 a.m., Geneva Lakes Family YMCA, 203 S. Wells St., Lake Geneva, genevalakesymca.org/5k. Event benefits Rock Steady Boxing, a fitness therapy program for adults with Parkinson’s Disease. In-person registration and packet pickup starts at 8:30 a.m. The 5K Group Run/Walk Warm Up starts 8:45 a.m. The run/walk begins at 9 a.m. Awards to be announced 9:45 a.m. A free half-mile Kids Run for ages 10 and younger starts at 10:15 a.m. Races start and end at the YMCA. Cost is $40. See link for more.
Geneva Lakes Community Bike Swap — 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Town Bank parking lot, 567 Broad St., Lake Geneva, treadheadcycling.com/swap. Buy used bikes and gear, swap an item for a donated item, sell bicycles and bike gear. See link.
Serve for Survivors: A Pickleball Party — 4-6:30 p.m., Lake Geneva Tennis & Pickleball, 6340 Veterans Pkwy., Lake Geneva, www.newbeginningswalworth.com. Open play, with a free learning clinic by John Reed and drinks and appetizers. Cost $60 per player, $25 per observer. See link.
Disco Night — 5:30 p.m., The Evergreen Ballroom at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, 7036 Grand Geneva Way, town of Lyons, unitedwaywalworth.org/spring-champaign. The United Way Walworth County spring fundraiser features live entertainment, games, cocktails and more. Cost $65 per ticket, $120 for couples. See link.
Garth Brooks & George Strait Tribute — Doors open 6 p.m., show starts 7 p.m., Geneva Stage, genevastage.com. Strait Garth performing. Tickets $45-55, plus fees.
Local Live Music: 502 Acoustic — 8:30-10:30 p.m., Niche Cafe & Wine Bar, nichelg.com.
Sunday, April 26
Champs 40th Anniversary Party — 1 p.m., Champs Sports Bar & Grill, 747 W. Main St., Lake Geneva. While the beloved bar plans to launch a spring and summer cocktail menu during the event, it will also roll out throwback merchandise and limited edition 40th anniversary hats. The Big Al Wetzel Band plays 2-6 p.m. This is also the inaugural fundraising event for Badger High School athletes in honor of Gregory James Bush. See more at the Champs Facebook page.
Local Live Music: Sounds with Bass & Drums — 1-4 p.m., The Bottle Shop, 617 W. Main St., Lake Geneva, thebottleshoplakegeneva.com/calendar.
Around the World with Champagne and Chocolate — 1-3 p.m., Niche Cafe & Wine Bar, nichelg.com. Cava from Spain, champagne from France and prosecco from Italy paired with fine chocolates from each region. Cost $40 in person. Advance tickets at Eventbrite.
Tuesday, April 28
Badger Talk: Transforming Our Agricultural Systems — 6:30-7:30 p.m., Lodge Geneva National, W4240 Highway 50, town of Geneva, lglibrary.org/events. Steffen Mirsky will discuss Kernza, a new perennial grain, at this free event. See online for more.
