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Celebrating 51 YEARS. The Lake Geneva Jaycees and Venetian Festival turn 50 this year!  Come join us August 14th through the 18th for our 51st Annual Venetian Festival and Craft Fair!  Full schedule of events for 2013 are located here: http://venetian.lakegenevajaycees.org
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Venetian Logo2013 VENETIAN FESTIVAL 51st Annual

Created by and Sponsored by The Lake Geneva Jaycees - since 1962

Days of Operation

August 14th through August 18th, 2013

Wednesday - Friday 5pm to Midnight.
Saturday & Sunday Noon to Midnight.

Location: Flat Iron, Seminary and Library Parks - Lake Geneva, WI.

For information keep checking: http://www.VenetianFestival.com

To Purchase Venetian Festival 50th Anniversary Posters click here.

SHOW TIMES/INFO SUBJECT TO CHANGE

BAND SUBMISSION NOW CLOSED


Bands | Beer Tent | Craft Fair | Brat Stand | Carnival | Water Ski Show | Fireworks | Boat Parade | Contact Us


Entertainment Schedule

(Located in the Jaycees Entertiament Pavilion "Beer Tent" - Must be 21 to enter - WE ID!!!)

Wednesday August 14

8PM-12AM OPENING NIGHT

"Bella Cain"
www.bellacain.com

($3 Cover Charge at the door)

Sponsored by

Next Door Pub

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2012 WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) "Country Group of the Year" Bella Cain is a hot, young, high-energy Top 40 Country group that delivers a non-stop and explosive performance to every show. With a "Big" guitar sound, they also bring 5-part harmonies, fiddle, piano, banjo, mandolin, a rock solid rhythm section and male/female vocals to the stage delivering a full and dramatic sound unmatched regionally. Bella Cain has recently performed along side such Nat'l acts as Brad Paisley, Bucky Covington, Lee Brice and in Oct will be sharing the stage with Justin Moore. With a state of the art light show, fantastic musicianship, great stage presence and a sound all their own, Bella Cain is leading the way in the regional country music scene! While based out of Wisconsin/Illinois and performing the hottest new Country Music on radio today, some age old favorites and a few tricks up their sleeve, Bella Cain is winning the hearts of fans all over the Midwest.

 Bella Cain

   

Thursday August 15

8PM-12AM RETRO NIGHT

"The Student Body"
THESTUDENTBODYBAND

($3 Cover Charge at the door)

Sponsored by

 

 

 

 

 

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Chicago's HOTTEST new cover band is ripped right out of your high school yearbook pages! A fun and entertaining play on all the cliques that ruled your school, The Student Body plays all your favorite high energy hits that will leave you reminiscing about all your HS conquests (acne and insecurities not included).

The Student Body needs YOU to be a part of the experience! Every show is a pep rally, so dress in your favorite cheerleader or pom squad outfits...or wear your school spirit gear...and you could be rewarded!

Student Body Band

   

Friday August 16

8PM-12AM

"The Toys"

www.thetoysband.com

($5 Cover Charge at the door)

Sponsored by

 

 

 

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WISCONSIN'S PREMIER ROCK,COUNTRY and DANCE BAND!
A Friday staple of Venetian Fest, audiences have enjoyed THE TOYS' explosive and energetic revival of hot music from the 80's to today's hits. Combine that with unmatched creative sound & light production and a mass following and you've got one of Wisconsin's top drawing bands.

When you think of great entertainment in Wisconsin, THE TOYS immediately come to mind. The song list scales top dance and rock hits from the 80's to today's current country and modern hits. These professionals are the real thing for real people which always assures a guaranteed good time. THE TOYS are Nightclub and Festival staples in Wisconsin - practically a household name for anybody with great taste in music. Don't miss the experience that is THE TOYS!

Toys

   

Saturday August 17

12PM-3PM DAY

"TBA"

(No Cover Charge)

Sponsored by

Talmer Bank

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Saturday August 17

12PM-3PM DAY

"Baggo Tournament"

Baggo Tournament

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Saturday August 17

8PM-12AM NIGHT

"Too White Crew"

www.toowhitecrew.com

($5 Cover Charge at the door)

Sponsored by

 Sponsored by Stinebrink's Piggly Wiggly

 

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There is simply no band anywhere like the Too White Crew. It is a tribute to the golden era of hip hop, featuring all-live music (no tracks) from a six piece band, accompanied by choreographed “Fly Girl” dancers. It’s a party band – it’s a show – it’s art – it’s madness on stage — all packaged in an unprecedented way. TWC has opened for countless hip hop & pop legends and is the only band in the past decade to perform at the Playboy Mansion. Too White Crew’s nationally-touring show is also one of the top-requested festival acts.

Too White Crew

   

Sunday August 18

12PM-3PM DAY

"Lake Geneva House of Music"

www.lakegenevahouseofmusic.com

(No Cover Charge)

Sponsored by

 Talmer Bank

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The Lake Geneva House of Music is the number one choice for performance-based music schools in the Geneva Lakes area.

Lake Genea House of Music

   

Sunday August 18

8PM-12AM NIGHT

 

"Petty Thieves"
www.pettythieves.com


($3 Cover Charge at the door)

Sponsored by

 

 

 

 

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Petty Thieves is a high energy Classic Rock Cover Band that will keep you entertained and dancing as they bring you a wide variety of Classic Rock Music. Petty Thieves has performed at Milwaukee's Summerfest and many other well known Venues in the Wisconsin and Illinois surrounding area. With hundreds of songs ready to play, Petty Thieves tune themselves to the crowd to assure a memorable show every time! Lake Geneva's Best Cover Band.

Petty Theives

 

 

   
   
   
   
   


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Beer Tent Hours
Budweiser

The Lake Geneva Beer Tent is open Wednesday - Friday 5pm to Midnight. Saturday & Sunday Noon to Midnight.

Currently serving the following fine Beverages from our Sponsor Beachwood (Budweiser)

  • Budweiser, Bud Light, Bud Light Lime
  • Rolling Rock, Spotted Cow, Totally Naked
  • Fat Tire, Dale's Pale Ale, Amber Bock
  • Guinness, Jeramiah Weed Twisted Tea, Jeramiah Weed Lemonade
  • Monster Energy Drink and Rehab
  • Pepsi Products, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Sierra Mist
  • Bottled Water
  • Non Alcoholic beverages available as well

Beverages may be purchased in the beer tent only with Tokens. Tokens are available in the beer tent.

*Price and Availability subject to change.

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Craft Fair Information
Craft Fair Information

Date: Saturday August 17th and Sunday August 18th

Hours: Sat 10AM - 6PM, Sun 10AM - 5PM

Location: Library Park - Lake Geneva Lake Front Main Street - Hwy 50 West

Exhibitors: 110

Admission: FREE

For more information about the Craft Fair or if you are a Vendor please visit our Craft Fair Information site here


 


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Brat Stand Information

Sponsored by Pody Door

Date: Saturday August 17th and Sunday August 18th

Hours: 10AM-4PM Sat and Sun & 8PM-10PM Sunday

Location: Library Park - Lake Geneva Lake Front Main Street - Hwy 50 West

Brats, Soda, Water, Chip, Pretzels and Candy


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Carnival Information
Carnival Information

Date: August 14th through August 18th

Hours: Wednesday - Thursday 5PM to 10:30PM. Friday 5PM to 11:30PM. Saturday Noon till 11:30PM. Sunday Noon till 10:30PM

Location: Flat Iron Park and Seminary Park

Ride Specials: $20 Wednesday & Thursday 5PM-10PM and Saturday Noon to 5PM

Carnival Operator: Mr. Ed's Magical Midways, LLC.


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Water Ski Show Information
Water Ski ShowWonder Lake Ski Team

Date: Sunday August 18th
Hours: Starts at 6PM
Location: Geneva Lake Front

Sponsored by Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
Harbor Shores



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Fireworks Information

Venetian Festival Fireworks

Sponsored by The Lake Geneva Jaycees, City of Lake Geneva, and Fireworks Sponsors

The Annual Lake Geneva Jaycees Fireworks display begins promptly at 9PM (Sundown) on August 18th. Fireworks are shot off in Geneva Bay, downtown Lake Geneva and can be viewed from Library Park, the Lake Front, Riviera Beach, and Flat Iron Park in down town Lake Geneva. Too make a Donation to this years Fireworks Display click here.
(photo by Terry Mayer printed with permission Community Shoppers CSI Media)

FIREWORKS SPONSORS:

Talmer Bank

J&M Displays

 

 

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Boat Parade Information
Baot Parade

The boat parade is held on Sunday night August 18th on Geneva Lake right in front of Library Park in Lake Geneva and the Riviera. The lighted boat parade starts right at dusk with a fireworks display after that. This years theme is Light up the Bay. If you need anymore information please contact Harold Friestad at Gage Marine 262.248.5642



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Transportation Information

Most area hotels should have a shuttle, or may be in short walking distance from the festival. Below is a list of taxi's, trolley's and limousine services in the area.

Trolley of Lake Geneva
1050 Carey St
Lake Geneva, WI 53147
(262) 248-8304

Lakes Area Taxi
112 South 4th Street,
Delavan, WI 53115-1802
(262) 248-4770

A1 Limousine
(262) 245-1400

Senior Cab & Event Shuttle Services
W3099 Krueger Rd
Lake Geneva, WI 53147-2760
(262) 949-8294



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Lodging Information

Please visit the Lake Geneva Chamber of Commerce

Phone: 262-248-4416
Toll-Free: (800) 345-1020
Fax: 262-248-1000
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Event Contact Information

Venetian Festival  - Advertising Director
Ryan Stelzer
(262)215-9112
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Venetian Festival Co-Chairman
Craig Evans
(815)703-6080
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Venetian Festival Boat Parade Chairman
David Broaden
(262) 818-5666
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Venetian Festival Entertainment Director
Chad Bittner WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS FOR BANDS FOR 2013
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Craft Fair Information
Ben Conley
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Venetian Festival Webmaster
Jeremy Kinsey
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Jaycees President
Ryan Stelzer
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For more information About Venetian Festival, click here
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