ALL AROUND THE MAP
Baileys Harbor: Door County Beer Festival. Sample from more than 150 craft beers from dozens of local and national craft breweries at this festival June 16 in in Brann Field, behind Cornerstone Pub. The festival will also have music, and food available for purchase. Advance tickets are $40. See doorcountybeerfestival.com.
Eau Claire: Blue Ox Music Festival. Bluegrass, roots and Americana music will fill the forest around Eau Claire during this festival June 14-16 at Whispering Pines Campground. One- to three-day passes are available, as are camping options. See blueoxmusicfestival.com.
Madison: Paddle & Portage. In this race June 16, competitors will paddle 1 mile across Lake Mendota, portage their canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard 1 mile across the Madison isthmus, then paddle 1.5 miles on Lake Monona. A post-race party at Olbrich Park will feature music, food and beer. See paddleandportage.com.
Monroe: Balloon and Blues Fest. Watch hot-air balloons take flight at the Green County Fairgrounds during this free festival June 15-16. Other activities include live blues music, a classic car show, food and beverages. See monroeballoonrally.com.
Wisconsin Rapids: Cranberry Blossom Festival. The heart of Wisconsin cranberry country celebrates the state fruit June 14-17 with music, a parade, a carnival, cranberry treats and more. See blossomfest.com. Please send notice of events three weeks in advance to jsfeat@journalsentinel.com, with All Over the Map as the subject.