☀️ Good Morning— and welcome to Good Morning, Coulee—the newsletter that just wants everyone to have a good time.
Today on Good Morning, Coulee:
📆 Good Morning, Coulee — Events v3 development is officially underway. We will launch the third iteration of our best-in-class events calendar very soon. Stay tuned! In the meantime, though, please fill out this short survey about the current events calendar! »
🎁 Doing some shopping today? Don’t forget our local businesses. They depend on your support. Check out our Holiday Gift Guide for some inspiration! »
⛳️ Speaking of gifts, our Small Biz feature for today has an offering that’s, well, a hole in one. Don’t miss out.
🔥 I’ve been having a lot of fun helping local business owners with a one-stop solution for getting the word out about their services. Do you own a business in the Coulee Region or are you thinking about starting one? We want to help. »
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Alright, my friends. Let’s get the day started. 👇
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Rotary Lights celebration gets ready to kick off its 31st year with parade and community food drive // News 8 Now »
Onalaska-Holmen community dinner celebrates 15th year serving Thanksgiving meals // News 8 Now »
La Crosse Community Thanksgiving Dinner celebrates 44th year of sharing // News 8 Now »
Free Thanksgiving feast brings Sparta neighbors together for holiday tradition // News 8 Now »
Hundreds gather for 18th annual Turkey Trot in Onalaska on Thanksgiving morning // News 8 Now »
EVENT SCHEDULE: Valley View Mall celebrates the holiday season // WXOW »
VIDEO: WXOW asks La Crosse, what are you thankful for? // WXOW »
Christmas tree sales already underway in 2025 // WXOW »
🎄 Kristkindlmarkt // Fri, Nov 28 // 2:00–8:00 PM // Downtown Sparta // Free // Event Link ➡️
Experience Wisconsin’s award-winning traditional European-style winter market! Explore 34 huts, 10 food booths, live music, horse-drawn carriage rides, holiday lights, events, and more—all in a festive German-styled marketplace.
🎭 Friday Night Comedy // Fri, Nov 28 // 8:30–11:00 PM // Moxie’s // Ticketed // Event Link ➡️
Kick off the weekend with live comedy at Moxie’s—new comedians every Friday night. Tickets available at moxielax.com.
🍀 A Taste of Scotland // Sun, Nov 30 // 1:00–3:00 PM // Valley View Mall // Free // Event Link ➡️
Celebrate St. Andrew’s Day with live bagpipes and drums from the La Crosse Pipe & Drums and the La Crosse Highlanders. Enjoy a wee taste of haggis, $5 raffles, and a festive celebration of Scottish culture.
🎄 Holiday Light Up Parade // Sun, Nov 30 // 3:30–5:45 PM // Central Park, Trempealeau // Free // Event Link ➡️
Kick off the holidays with Snowga, crafts, reindeer games, treats, storytime, hot cider, cocoa, s’mores, and special guests—followed by the festive Light Up Parade at 5:00 PM. Bring chairs, blankets, and your brightest holiday attire!
🖼️ Art From Around the Dining Room Table – Artist Reception and Sale // Sat, Nov 29 // 1:00–5:00 PM // Marie W. Heider Center for the Arts Gallery // Free // Event Link ➡️
Celebrate local creativity with works by Angie Hempker and Abby Johnson—found object, mixed media, and wearable art. Shop local and pick up unique gifts just in time for the holidays.
⛳ Small Business Spotlight: The Great River Golf Trail
If you're a golfer (or you know a golfer… or you're gift-shopping for a golfer), this one’s kind of a no-brainer.
The Great River Golf Trail is back with its 16th edition, and it’s one of the best values you’ll find anywhere in the Coulee Region. Each pass gives you one complimentary 18-hole round or two 9-hole rounds at nine outstanding local courses.
And the best part? The whole thing is just $69 + tax. That’s it.
No gimmicks. No catches. Just a seriously good deal for anyone who loves getting out on the greens.
It’s perfect for:
• Winter-gift stockpiling 🎁
• Treating yourself after a long week 🏌️
• Exploring new local courses when the weather warms up
• Supporting our region's golf community in a meaningful, easy way
If you want to snag a pass (or two), or just learn more, you can check them out here:
👉 greatrivergolftrail.com
📍 The Big Lady, Onalaska
Friday, November 28
6:00 PM // Sports Hub, La Crescent // Craig Peterson // FREE
6:30 PM // Moose Lodge 1932 Ward Ave, La Crosse // Steve Freehill, rock and roll and mix requests. // FREE
7:00 PM // Harris Crossing, Sparta // Payton Eilers // FREE
7:00 PM // Alpine Inn // Greg & Laun of Big Liquor // FREE
7:00 PM // Onalaska American Legion Post 336 // Hillbilly Fever // FREE
8:00 PM // Muddy Waters Bar, Trempealeau // Luke Hendrickson // FREE
9:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // Space Bike, Norms Headache, & Kevin Sty // $10
Saturday, November 29
5:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // The TwiLights // $10
6:00pm // Rotary Lights Ice Castle // Matt Mahlum // FREE
6:00pm // Footjoy Farm and Brewing, Cashton // Abbey Lane // FREE
7:00pm // Our Corner Bar // Pulse 8 // FREE
7:00pm // Smokey's Bar and Grill, Holmen // Zanny Noble LIVE // FREE
7:00pm // Trempealeau Hotel // Kris & Lisa Risch // $5
7:00pm // Spare Time Lounge, Galesville // Neil Young Tribute ft. Billy Hmbd and Gregg “Cheech” Hall // $10
8:00pm // Whiskey River Bar and Grill, West Salem // Carbon Red // FREE
8:00pm // Robins Nest // The Incident // FREE
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