
EVENTS
From recreational events to educational programs, summer concerts to the fall color festival,
The Friends offer a variety of fun park events throughout the year.

Friends Annual Meeting
Monday, October 12, 2026
5:30 pm - 8 pm
Friends Gathering Space
Rib Mountain State Park
Please join us for the Friends Annual Meeting October 12 at the Friends Gathering Space building.
5:30 pm Member Social
6:00 pm Dinner and Business meeting, to include election for board positions with expiring terms.
Come and see what has been happening in the State Park, learn of other opportunities to volunteer or participate and speak with Friends Board Members. It's also a good time to be sure your membership is current.
If you plan to attend, PLEASE RSVP by Oct 7 to:
Call or text 715-571-4325 (Deb)
More details on Facebook

Rib Mountain
History & Ecology Hike
Saturday Sept 19, 2026
10:00 - 11:30 AM
Park at trailhead at W1480 Grouse Ln
(south of North Mountain Rd - Hwy NN)
The Friends of Rib Mountain State Park invite the public to hike and explore the glory of Rib Mountain State Park, and hear about the history of the Homestead area and early mining on Rib Mountain, while also looking at the ecology of this special area.
This hike will last for about 1½ hr, and begins at the Park trailhead at W1480 Grouse Ln in Rib Mountain (drive past ski area entrance on Hwy NN, then south on Grouse Lane).
Hikers should bring tick repellent and water, and be prepared to hike some uneven trails with downhill and uphill areas.
If the weather is questionable on the day of the hike, you can check the Friends Facebook page or call 715-680-9480.

2026
Concerts in the Clouds
Sam Ness
Folk/Americana roots with an
Indie feel, from Sauk City WI
Sat. June 27th 6:00-8:00pm
Harmonious Wail
Americana-infused Gypsy Jazz
returns for 2026 from Madison
Sat. July 18th 6:00-8:00pm
Junkyard Mule
Traditional Bluegrass and old time covers, with original songs, from Duluth
Sat. Aug 8th 6:00-8:00pm
Admission to the concerts is FREE, but a daily or annual park admission pass is required. Early arrival & carpooling is encouraged. Parking space is limited.
More details on Facebook
