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8:00 am - 4:00 pm

(262) 275-2117

401 Devils Lane
Walworth, WI
53184

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2026 Summer
Family Programs & Special Events
Updated 5/10/26
Summer 2026
  Fall Events | Winter/Spring Events  
Movie Nights | Valley of the Kings | Beach & Discount Tickets | Family Programs

Admission $1.00. Concessions available.
*Children under 10 years must be accompanied by a patron at least 13 years old.
Fontana Beach - 8:30 PM/Dusk

2026 Movie Dates

Fri, June 12 - Zootopia 2

Fri, June 26 - Independence Day
* Join us for Bingo at 7:30PM, hosted by Girl Scout Troop #8105

Fri, July 10 - National Treasure

Fri, July 24 - Super Mario Galaxy
* Join us for Bingo at 8:00PM, hosted by Girl Scout Troop #8105

Fri, August 7 - Jurassic Park
* Wear your DINO gear!

Fri, August 21 - TBA


Movies Under the Stars, Sponsored by:
  


Family Programs

Electronics Recycling Day
Saturday, April 25 from 9:00 -11:00 AM
Have old electronics laying around the house and don’t know what to do with them? Computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, phones, keyboards, wires, etc. will be recycled free of charge! There is a $30 fee for flat screen or tube tvs, and a $55 fee for wood console & projection tvs. Other fees may apply.
Location: BFHS Parking Lot
Also accepted:
Small kitchen appliances: microwaves, toaster ovens, toasters, air fryers, etc,
Household appliances: vacuums, fans, clocks, dehumidifiers, vaporizers, etc.
Questions? Please call the Recreation Office during business hours at 262-275-2117
Mother's Day Craft
All Ages
Join us for a special Mother’s Day crafting session where your little ones can create a beautiful, handmade keepsake for their amazing mother. All ages are invited, *please have an adult present if under the age of 5.
Advanced Registration Required
Instructor: Lynette Vyhnanek
Location: Big Foot HS E33
Project Date Ages Fee
Frame & card		 Thursday, April 30
4:00 - 5:30 PM		 All Ages $20
Thursday, May 7
4:00 - 5:30 PM		 9+ $25
Cooking with Chef Abel
Family Friendly
Join our hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn to prepare delicious dishes from scratch. You’ll create family friendly meals that everyone will love! Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.
Instructor: Chef Abel Rosas, Elena In-Home Catering
Location: BFHS Room E35
Fee: $35/person
Class Date Dishes Made
Taco Tuesday May 26
4:00 - 5:30 PM		 Beef Tacos, Guacamole, and Mexican Hot
Chocolate Cake

Saturday in the Park "Summer Kickoff"
Family Friendly Activities
Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with this FREE event! Fun, games, goodies & refreshments. Minute to Win it style games and activities for elementary- age kids and families.

Saturday, May 30 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: Badger Park, Walworth
Free Event!

Valley Of The Kings Tours
Join us for an educational tour of this private sanctuary that cares for animals of all sizes. VOTK provides refuge for abused, abandoned or retired bears, wolves and other animals. Not open to the public, this is an opportunity to learn about these magnificent animals up close.
Spring Dates
May 30
 Summer Dates
June 27
 August 29
 Fall Dates

September 26
Tour runs from 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Advance registration required. | VOTK Waiver Required | Youth Waiver | Adult Waiver
$20/Person
Valley of the Kings· W7593 Townhall Road · Sharon

Family Days at Moose Mountain Falls
Come swim, splash, and slide at Timber Ridge's indoor waterpark: Moose Mountain Falls! With slides, hot tubs, kiddie pools, and more there is fun for the whole family. Access to the lodge and locker rooms begins at 12:00 pm. *Bring your own towel. Limited space available - max 75
Advanced registration required
Location: Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark, Lake Geneva
Fee: $15 for all ages (Ages 0 - 11 months free)
Date Time
Sunday, April 26 1:00 - 8:00 PM
Sunday, May 31 1:00 - 8:00 PM
Intro to RC Model Sailing
All Ages - FREE!
Remote control model sailing is a fun activity that everyone in the family can enjoy! The Southeast Wisconsin Model Yacht Club will be hosting several free “try it out” sessions where you can enjoy the thrill of navigating a model sailboat on the water. Controls are simple, and it’s easy to get started in this fun activity. Come and check it out!
Host: Southeast WI Model Yacht Club
Contact: Commodore Jim Kandler
 Location: Babe Mann Park, 900 Proctor Dr., Elkhorn
May 11, June 8 or June 22 from 3:00 - 6:00 PM
No advance registration required. Dates may be cancelled in the event of downpours, lightning, or winds over 15 mph.

Fontana Beach Passes

  
Big Foot Resident
Season Passes 		Fontana Resident
Season Passes 		Non-Resident
Season Passes
Children Under 5: No Charge
Youth 6 - Adult: $85		 First 6 Passes: $5.00/each
Additional Passes: $10.00/each 		Children under 5: No Charge
Youth & Adults: $140
Season Passes available at:
Fontana Village Hall, 175 Valley View Drive during business hours

 Daily Rate:
Under 5: No Charge
Youth 6-11 $6.00
Ages 12 - Adult: $14.00
Military & 65+: $6.00

Lifeguards on Duty: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM in season
 

2026 Discounted Tickets
updated 4/28/26
Tickets will be available May 15 in the Recreation Office
We sell summer discounted tickets to tourist attractions in cooperation with the Wisconsin Park & Recreation Association (WPRA). These are great deals that WPRA has negotiated with these businesses.

Note
· Tickets must be purchased in our office during business hours.
· Tickets may be used at any time until Sept. 1 unless noted.
· We carry a limited number of tickets. We occasionally sell out.
· All sales are final. No refunds.
Milwaukee County Zoo
Adult: $15.50
Child: $12.50 (ages 3-12)
Children 2 & under are free
Parking Pass: $15.00
Sale ends Sept 1, Tickets expire Dec 31
Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park
Youth & Adult: $17.75
Children 2 & under are free
Season: May 22 - Sept 1
Noah's Ark
Youth & Adult: $37.35
Season: May 23 - Sept 7
Six Flags Great America
Youth & Adult: $47.03
One-Day Ticket: July 1 - 31 only
Ticket includes park entrance AND parking
~ more details ~
To purchase Six Flags tickets:
1. Go to sixflags.com/greatamerica/wpra
2) Enter Username “SFGAM-WPRA” and Password “WISCOPARKS”
3) Use giftcode “WALWORTHWPRA2026”
4) Purchase tickets		  


 

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Big Foot Recreation District 401 Devils Lane, Walworth, WI 53184 / Phone: (262) 275-2117