Events

Fun Things to do at Cave of the Mounds

Cave of the Mounds offers a variety of events year-round. There are so many fun things to do!

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Special Tours & Events

Our holiday event “Cave of Lights” is coming soon! This event is from November 29th through January 12th. We will have lights dazzling both above and below ground. There is no additional fee for this event. The lights will be seen on every tour for the duration of the event. We will have extended hours from Thursday through Saturday. We will be open until 8 PM. The last tour is at 7 PM these days. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays we will have fire pits on the Quarry Floor. These are the dates of extended hours: December 12th, 13th, & 14th December 19th, 20th, & 21st December 26th, 27th, & 28th January 2nd, 3rd, & 4th
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Cave of Lights:

November 29 – January 12

Step into a holiday wonderland this December with our much-awaited holiday lights event: Cave of Lights. Explore Cave of the Mounds as you’ve never seen it before–with constellations of twinkling lights guiding your way through this underground wonder.
 

The festivities continue above ground with the park and buildings decorated to the brim with lights and holiday whimsey. Whether you’re wandering through the glowing cave or enjoying the sparkling outdoor displays, this event is sure to bring the holiday spirit to life!

This season, as the weather gets colder outside, come warm up below ground in the 50° underground. This opportunity to see the lights will be on every cave tour all month long in December. We are open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM with the last cave entry at 4 PM.

Closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day

Caroling in the Cave:

Experience our Caroling in the Cave Concerts, a series of charity fundraisers, and Holiday festivities featuring talented music groups from around Southwest Wisconsin.

See the Cave in a different light as holiday lights illuminate the main chamber of the Cave.  Shop for holiday gifts in our rock and fossil shop. A truly magical experience!

December 6th, 2024 at 7:00 PM 

December 7th, 2024 at 5:30 PM & 7:00 PM 

Tickets are available online starting November 5th, 2024 at 10 am. Tickets are non-refundable. Limited Tickets are available. Part of the proceeds goes to a charity of the music groups choosing. Pick up tickets in the Visitor Center prior to the concert.  Seating for performances is available first come first served.

WINTER ESCAPE – Cave After Dark

January 18, 2025, 7pm-9pm

Kicking off the New Year with our popular Cave After Dark series with Winter Escape: a Hawaiian-themed party designed to bring a burst of tropical warmth to the chilly Midwest winter. Guests are invited to trade their winter coats and adorn their Hawaiian shirts and beach hats as they explore the uniquely lit cave.

The cave will feature ambient lighting while the sounds of live music echo throughout. The event includes entry to the cave, one complimentary drink, appetizers, and a souvenir photo. The natural stone formations of the Cave of the Mounds amplify the setting, transporting attendees to an exotic escape amidst the stunning underground scenery.

LOVE ON THE ROCKS – Cave After Dark

February 15, 2025, 7pm-9pm

Celebrate LOVE underground this Valentine’s Day at Cave of the Mounds! Join us for an enchanting evening in the cave, filled with live music that sets the perfect romantic ambiance. Capture the moment with a keepsake photo in our one-of-a-kind cave setting.

Enjoy a complimentary drink and appetizers to make the night even more special. Bring your partner or friends for a unique Valentine’s experience surrounded by nature’s wonders, deep within the beautiful backdrop of Cave of the Mounds.

ST PATTY’S CELEBRATION – Cave After Dark

March 15,2025, 7pm-9pm

Go green for our St. Patrick’s Party with a one-of-a-kind celebration at Cave of the Mounds! Capture the luck of the Irish with live music, a complimentary photo and enjoy a drink and appetizers to celebrate the day. Join us for an unique St. Patrick’s experience where adventure meets awe, right here at Cave of the Mounds.

Fun Things to do while Visiting

Enhance your Cave Tour by learning even more about Wisconsin geology and Cave of the Mounds! These events are FUN for all ages. Therefore these specialty tours and events are open to the public and one of the many fun things to do while visiting. 

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Blacklight Tours
Lantern Tours. Using flashlights and lanterns to explore the cave like the first explorers.
Blacklight & Brews at Cave of the Mounds. This is an adults only tour. There is an icon of two beer cans clinking with a neon blue and pink circle around the beer cans.
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Stay & Play​

  • Discover Treasure at the Gemstone Mine
  • Explore our Rock & Fossil Gift Shop
  • Crack open a Geode
  • Get certified as an Adventure Ranger
  • Walk along our Geologic Timeline
  • Hike the Interpretive Nature Trails
  • Observe the Rock & Perennial Garden
Photo of a girl pointing at the wonders along our nature trails. one of the many Fun Things to do while visiting places in Wisconsin
Private Rentals

Host your next event at Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark!

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Wedding Setup with tables and centerpieces in the Visitor Center of Cave of the Mounds
Band under tent at Cave of the Mounds one of the many Fun Things to do
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For Event Rental inquiries please contact: info@caveofthemounds.com

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