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The inaugural Shake the Lake–the new incarnation of Rhythm & Booms–was only the lead-up to many more 4th of July celebrations in the Madison, Wis., area. Here’s a look at the rest (date listed is when the fireworks show takes place):
| Event | When, where | Of Note |
| Cross Plains World’s Fair | June 28, Baer Park | Includes bean bag tournament and human foosball |
| Elver Park Fireworks | July 2, Elver Park | The park doesn’t open until 7 p.m. |
| Madison Mallards | July 3, Warner Park | Game time is 5:05 p.m. Post-game performance by the Kissers. |
| Monona Community Festival | July 4, Winnequah Park | Includes the Wisconsin Wife Carry Championship and an art fair |
| DeForest Area 4th of July Celebration | July 4, Fireman’s Park | Includes a car show and free pony rides |
| Shorewood Hills | July 4, Blackhawk Country Club | Includes a triathlon and adult water fight |
| Maple Bluff Fest on the Fourth | July 4, Beach Park | Includes a BBQ and “Battle of the Bluffs” softball game |
| 4th of July on the Terrace | July 4, Memorial Union | Includes a science demonstration and UW Marching Band performance |
| Wilderness, Chula Vista, Mt. Olympus, Great Wolf, Kalahari | July 4, Lake Delton | All the major resorts are having their own fireworks displays |
| Stoughton Fair | July 5, Mandt Park | Includes pig wrestling and pizza-eating contest |
| Angell Park Speedway | July 5, Angell Park | Hot laps start at 6 p.m., racing follows |
