Enjoy a Crisp Autumn in Delafield

Spend autumn in Delafield! The vibrant fall colors and refreshingly cool days make a perfect backdrop for many activities in Delafield, both indoors and outdoors.

Art and Theatre

Experience the beauty of fall colors while enjoying rich music and art in Delafield this fall.

Ten Chimneys Tours, Days and weekends throughout the fall: Just minutes from Delafield,step back in time to visit the summer home of famous 1930s Broadway actors, Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne. Lovingly preserved and filled with personal mementos and furnishings, Ten Chimneys is open to the public for tours and special events. Information at www.tenchimneys.org. Learn more »

Hiking and Biking

Enjoy the outdoors as you explore the many pristine trails that cling to lake shores, forests and prairies, winding through blazing autumn colors. Learn more »

Championship Golf

The summer crowds are gone, the heat has abated... some say fall is the best time for golf and Delafield is perfect for your next golf weekend.

Naga-Waukee and Western Lakes Courses are popular courses that offer outstanding lake views. Take the short drive to Erin Hills, the acclaimed inks course that's hosting the 2011 U.S. Amateur Tournament and the 2017 U.S. Open. Learn more »

Historic Sites/Museums

Experience the rhythms of fall from simpler times and see how the past comes to life.

Hawks Inn Tours, Saturdays until October

Fall tours of this fully restored stagecoach stop from the mid-1800s are available every weekend in downtown Delafield. The three-story, 18-room, fully restored establishment has an amazing variety of period artifacts in each room. Upon your visit, you will be guided by a tour guide who will share knowledge of the tools and processes from the era as well as stories from the diary published by Mr. and Mrs. Hawks who ran the Inn. Learn more »

Old World Wisconsin

Stay in Delafield, but travel back in time to celebrate Wisconsin's harvest-time celebrations including Autumn on the Farm, Vintage Baseball, and an Old Time County Fair at this outdoor museum that recreates pioneer days. Learn more »

For Kids and Families

Halloween in Delafield: Grand Pumpkin Illumination and Trick-or-Treating, October 22, 2011 - Mingle with little ghosts, princesses, and other costumed creatures at Delafield's annual trick or treating and pumpkin illumination night. Hundreds of carved pumpkins will be lit to greet you at this fun family event.

Fright Hike at Lapham Peak - October 28th and 29th, 2011 - Are you afraid of the dark? What about a dark, winding path through the woods? This Halloween, find the courage to brave Fright Hike, a spooky event in the Lapham Peak Unit of in the Kettle Moraine Forest that attracts 3,300+ visitors annually. The woods at night are scary enough, but this 1-mile trail is hidden with spooky performers and scenes that are sure to give you a fright. Reward yourself at the end with a stop back into the city of Delafield for a relaxing dinner and some ice cream. (Park admission fees and entrance fees applicable).
*This event is produced by the Town of Delafield. Please visit the Fright Hike website for details or inquiries.

Trendy Shopping

Delafield - "The" place to shop in Lake Country. Gourmet chocolate, boutiques featuring exclusive home furnishings and designer clothing for women and children, and many well-known popular stores keep the most avid shopper busy in Delafield.

Make plans to browse specials during Downtown Delafield's Tent Sale. Come for the wonderful shopping along the historic streets and stay for lunch or dinner, with many great restaurants nearby. Learn more »

Delicious Dining

In Delafield, you'll never go hungry. From spicy Italian and Mexican eateries to boisterous brew houses and formal, five-course meals served in upscale dining rooms, Delafield has a restaurant for every taste and budget. Learn more »

Staying in Delafield

Rest your head in one of Delafield's many comfortable hotels. There are many accommodations in Delafield, from locally-owned Country Pride Inn and the luxurious Delafield Hotel - named to the Traveler's lists of National Geographic, to well-known chains like Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, and La Quinta Inn & Suites.
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Fall Calendar of Events Highlights 2012

Waukesha BluesFest - August 2012 - dates to be announced
Delafield Fall Art Walk - September 7-8, 2012
An American Classic Car Show - September 2012 - dates to be announced
Halloween in Delafield: Grand Pumpkin Illumination and Trick-or-Treating, October 27, 2012
Fright Hike at Lapham Peak - October 2012 - dates to be announced
Farmers' Market - Downtown Delafield, Saturdays, 7am to 1pm

Come to Delafield, your launching point for fun this fall season. Browse the interactive calendar of events for details on Delafield happenings in autumn, or call 888-294-1082.