Minocqua Gears Up for 61st Annual Beef-a-Rama Festival
Minocqua, Wisconsin is gearing up to host its 61st annual Beef-a-Rama festival this Saturday in downtown Minocqua, expecting over 12,000 attendees for a day filled with live music, food competitions, and other activities.

Wausau Rhinelander, WI, September 25, 2026 — Minocqua, Wisconsin is preparing to welcome attendees for its 61st annual Beef-a-Rama festival. The event is scheduled to take place this Saturday in downtown Minocqua.
Organizers anticipate a significant turnout, with an expected attendance of over 12,000 people. The festival is designed to offer a full day of activities for visitors.
The lineup for the day includes live music performances and various food competitions. Attendees can also expect to find other activities planned as part of the celebration.
This marks the 61st year for the Beef-a-Rama festival, a long-standing tradition in the Minocqua community. The event is a key fixture in the town’s annual calendar, drawing visitors from surrounding areas and beyond to celebrate the local culture and cuisine.
Further details regarding the specific schedule of events, participating musicians, or competition categories were not immediately available. The festival aims to provide entertainment and engagement for its expected thousands of guests throughout the day.
Story summarized from the original created by Desiree Fischer on www.wsaw.com, see more information here.
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