Soak Up Some Rays
The spring waters of Lake Andrea Beach are waiting for you, so pack a swimsuit and bring a beach towel. While there, check out the on-site Froggy’s Landing Boat Rentals and set sail on a variety of watercraft. Explore the rest of Prairie Springs Park and its amazing trail system for a lovely picnic spot. Pro tip: Let the restaurants do the heavy lifting and pick up a takeout order on your way to the park!
Adjacent to the beach is the Lake Andrea Beer Garden, which offers weekly entertainment. Grab a bite from a food truck and snap a photo with Visit Pleasant Prairie's giant Adirondack chair.
HarborMarket
If you’re looking to spend time enjoying some fresh air, visit the Pleasant Prairie HarborMarket, on select Sundays. It's the perfect place to buy fresh produce from local farmers as well as other delectable and hand-made items. Get something local and unique to bring your friends back home.
On the Farm
For the quintessential Midwestern experience, plan a visit to Thompson’s Farm. Located just minutes away in Bristol, Wisconsin, this delightful farm is the “berry best” place to pick your own strawberries, raspberries, and even sunflowers. There are also a variety of fun family activities to be had here as well.
Enjoy nature's beauty from the treetops. Plan a unique experience for your next date or family outing by visiting Boundless Adventures, a zip-line and aerial park also located in Bristol.
Golf
If summer golf season speaks to you, Pleasant Prairie just so happens to be home to one of the finest and affordable courses in the country. Big Oaks Golf Course was designed with golfers of all levels in mind and offers three nine-hole courses as well as a driving range. Minutes away from Big Oaks, is Pine Acres which also provides a driving range and golfing lessons by appointment only.
Best Faire
If you’re in town during the Bristol Renaissance Faire, you won’t want to miss it. Considered one of the best Renaissance fairs in the country, this annual event runs for nine weeks beginning in July. This truly immersive experience combines live shows (such as jousting, sword fighting, and music) with unique shopping and dining experiences. Now, who wants a turkey leg?
Batter Up!
With the warmer weather, baseball and brats are back in season. Check out our local Northwoods League baseball team, the Kenosha Kingfish. Their games also feature minor-league style entertainment that is fun for all ages.
Great Adventures
For even more fun in the sun, take a 15-minute drive to Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, IL. The amusement park is known for its 17 zany roller coasters and Hurricane Harbor water park. This thrilling destination is adored by children of all ages as well as the young at heart.
Affordable and unforgettable, Pleasant Prairie is the convenient getaway you didn’t know you needed. We welcome you and your family for the summer adventure you’ve been dreaming of. Tantalize your taste buds, shop and play your day away, then stay the night here and try something new tomorrow.