STEVENS POINT − The Stevens Point Journal is highlighting local events happening in the Stevens Point area. Every week, you’ll find three local events ranging from children’s activities to festivals, learning events, performances and more. Do you have an event you want to highlight? Email event descriptions, posters, event links, photos and more details to news@stevenspointjournal.com.
Portage County Safety Fair
Mark Toyota of Plover will host the 2026 Portage County Safety Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 16 at 1765 Park Ave. in Plover. The free event will feature child safety activities, a motorcycle safety simulator, photo ID and fingerprinting for children, a Wood County safety trailer, K9 unit demonstrations, free car seat checks, hands-only CPR, free blood pressure and diabetes testing, emergency vehicle displays, fire demonstrations, raffle prizes, food for purchase and more. While the activities and demonstrations scheduled are subject to change, the event will be held rain or shine. For more information, visit marktoyota.com or find Mark Toyota of Plover on Facebook.
Guardian Run/Walk
O’so Brewing Co. & Pizzeria will host The Guardian Run/Walk, a 5K run and walk to support Wisconsin veterans and Patriot K9s of Wisconsin, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 16 at Lake Pacawa Park, 1831 Maple Drive in Plover. Guests can run or walk on the paved trail or attend the event that will also feature live music, O’so beer and O’so Amore pizza. The 5K portion will be $50 with online registration ending at 11:59 p.m. May 15. For more information, visit osobrewing.com or find O’so Brewing Co. & Pizzeria on Facebook.
Spring Soiree
CREATE Portage County will host a Spring Soiree starting at 6 p.m. May 16 at 1300 Maria Drive in Stevens Point. The event will be a Bridgerton-style party to “kick off the social season,” according to the Facebook event page. The Soiree will start outside with croquet and other outdoor fun, then the party will move indoors and will feature a cash bar with various refreshments. A dance will follow, including dance lessons for those looking for more direction. Guests are asked to wear their finest attire to the event. For more information, visit createportagecounty.org or find CREATE Portage County on Facebook.
Contact Caitlin at cshuda@usatodayco.com or follow her on Twitter @CaitlinShuda.
This article originally appeared on Stevens Point Journal: 3 weekend events you don’t want to miss May 14-17 in Stevens Point
Reporting by Caitlin Shuda, Stevens Point Journal / Stevens Point Journal
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