Wade House Carriage Driving Days returns Friday, July 10–Sunday, July 12 in Town of Greenbush
Town of Greenbush, WI — Friday, July 10, 2026
Wade House Historic Site is bringing back Carriage Driving Days for a three-day weekend of horse-and-carriage competition at the historic grounds in the Town of Greenbush.
Dates and hours
- Friday, July 10: 12–4 PM
- Saturday, July 11: 9 AM–4 PM
- Sunday, July 12: 9 AM–3 PM
Where to enter
Enter at the Wade House Visitor Center, W7965 Highway 23, Greenbush, WI 53026. The site stays open rain or shine.
What visitors can do and see
- Carriage-driving competitions in the horse arena, with teams competing for division championships and the coveted blue ribbon.
- Horse-drawn carriage ride to and from the horse arena/competition grounds.
- Guided tour of the historic 1850s Wade House Stagecoach Inn.
- Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum, open for guests.
Admission (single-day vs. weekend option)
Single-day tickets:
- Adult (18–64): $17
- Teen (13–17): $17
- Senior (65+): $15
- Child (5–12): $8.50
- Child under 5: Free
Weekend option (July 10–12):
- Adult (18–64): $27
- Teen (13–17): $27
- Senior (65+): $25
- Child (5–12): $12.50
- Child under 5: Free
Visitor notes (helpful before you head out)
- Outside food/beverage: water is the only outside food/beverage allowed. Food and beverage are available for purchase.
- Amenities: restrooms and water fountains are available.
- Weather: guests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather.
- Pets: no pets allowed (service animals are permitted).
Weather-watch for Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12
The National Weather Service forecast for Sheboygan County (last update 6:53 a.m. CDT Friday, July 10) calls for partly sunny conditions today with highs in the upper 70s, followed by sunny days Saturday (highs in the lower 80s) and Sunday (highs in the mid 80s). The event is rain or shine, so plan for walking time on site and check for any day-of updates close to arrival.
Plan to enter through the Visitor Center entrance on Highway 23, and keep an eye on the Wade House event page for any schedule changes.
Sources
- WHS Upcoming Events: Wade House Carriage Driving Days (July 10–12, 2026) – hours, what visitors experience, admission pricing, entrance/policies
- Wade House: Carriage Driving Days – daily hours + event description (competition arena details)
- Sheboygan County Chamber events listing – local partner verification for the event listing
- NWS Forecast: Sheboygan County (WIZ052) – weekend conditions
