Good morning, La Crosse.

Local volunteers packed 1,500 snack kits on Mar.

14 (helping residents in need) as part of a community effort.

La Crosse is set to celebrate its 170th birthday as local officials plan to announce community events + more details on times and locations will follow.

The waterfront restaurant and tavern closed its doors yesterday, marking the end of its service and offering a final farewell to loyal patrons in the area.

The business has ceased operations after a last day of welcoming guests.

The La Crosse Symphony Orchestra announced its 2026 Conductor Wannabes competition where local non-profits will be highlighted during a Saturday performance and online voting runs until April 27 at 11:59 p.m. Angela Newman (of The ALS Foundation) competes to raise ALS awareness.

Residents gathered downtown yesterday to celebrate the 18th Annual St. Patrick's Day parade and honor the late IrishFest founder (local organizers led heartfelt tributes during the festivities).

The La Crosse Center hosted the 3rd Annual Ho-Chunk Founder's Day Pow-Wow on Mar.

14, where traditional dances and crafts celebrated Ho-Chunk heritage. The event highlighted cultural traditions in a festive community setting.

Rainbow Ridge Farms in Onalaska was nominated for the Governor’s Tourism Bright IDEA Award by the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association because its accessible goat hike now lets visitors of all abilities enjoy a unique rural experience (via battery-powered chairs from its partnership with N.a.s.a.). Winners will be announced on Tuesday, Mar. 17 in Milwaukee.

Come From Away Musical Performance

2-6 p.m. — Weber Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $75 — Experience the heartwarming true story of resilience and community during a unique musical performance.

Breakerspace Exploration

11 AM – 12 PM — La Crosse Public Library — Free entry — Dive into the mechanics of technology by dismantling real devices to unveil their secrets.

Silent Sky

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Weber Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the inspiring true story of Henrietta Leavitt, a 19th-century astronomer challenging societal norms during a time of scientific discovery.

Commotion: Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute

7:30-10:00 p.m. — Viterbo University Fine Arts Center — $46 — Experience the electrifying sounds of Creedence Clearwater Revival as you travel back to the late '60s and early '70s.

OUT OF OUR MINDS CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES: The Music of Reena Esmail

3-5 p.m. — Viterbo University Nola Starling Recital Hall — Free entry — Immerse yourself in an enchanting concert featuring the compositions of Reena Esmail performed by talented musicians.