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Spring Green Area
Chamber of Commerce

Serving the River Valley community of Arena, Lone Rock, Plain and Spring Green

Welcome to the River Valley

Welcome to the River Valley

Discover the beauty, adventure, and small-town charm of Southwestern Wisconsin.

Tucked along the scenic Wisconsin River and nestled at the gateway to the Driftless Area, the River Valley brings together breathtaking landscapes, unforgettable experiences, and welcoming communities.

Our unique River Valley community connects four charming villages—Arena, Lone Rock, Plain, and Spring Green—across three counties, creating one destination filled with plenty to explore.

We’re home to some of Wisconsin’s most iconic attractions, including three world-renowned destinations: House on the Rock, American Players Theatre, and Taliesin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These attractions draw visitors from around the world, but the experience doesn’t end there.

Take time to wander through our unique shops and galleries, discover local art and handcrafted treasures, savor Wisconsin cheese, and enjoy delicious meals at our locally owned restaurants. When the day is done, stay awhile at one of our welcoming hotels, motels, campgrounds, or cozy bed-and-breakfasts.

Whether you're looking for outdoor adventure, arts and culture, great food, unique shopping, or simply a place to slow down and enjoy the view, you’ll find something to love in the River Valley.

And getting here is easy! We’re just 45 minutes from Madison, 2 hours from Milwaukee, 3½ hours from Chicago, and 4½ hours from Minneapolis.

Come for the day. Stay for the weekend. Leave with memories you’ll want to make again.

Welcome to the River Valley—we can’t wait to show you around!

What’s Happening in the River Valley?

Breakfast with Santa

Saturday, Dec 5, 2026 
8 am - 11 am 
River Valley Elementary School 

There's no better way to kick off the Christmas season than with one of the River Valley's favorite holiday traditions! Gather your family, wear your favorite Christmas sweater, and join us for a magical morning filled with delicious food, festive fun, and unforgettable memories with Santa and Mrs. Claus! ❤️🎄

Enjoy a hearty hot breakfast featuring fluffy pancakes, eggs, sausage, fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal, muffins, coffee, juice, and plenty of holiday cheer. It's the perfect way to start a day full of Christmas magic!

🎁 The Kids' Toy Raffle is BACK! 🎉
Children can enter to win amazing toys throughout the morning! With tables full of exciting prizes, the anticipation is almost as fun as Christmas morning. Be sure to get your raffle entries in before the NOON drawing!

📸 Capture the Christmas magic! Brittney Brent Design will once again be on hand to take your professional holiday photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus—the perfect keepsake to treasure for years to come.

✨ Reservations are requested!
Choose a breakfast time that works best for your family; we start serving at 8:00 AM, with seating every 15 minutes through 11:00 AM. Enjoy your meal, visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, snap your holiday photos, and soak in all the festive fun at your own pace.

Winter Wine Walk

Saturday, Dec 12, 2026
Choose your start time: 3:00, 3:30, or 4:00 PM
Tickets: $35 each 
ONLY 225 Tickets AVAILABLE!

The wait is OVER! 🎄✨ It's time to grab your friends, gather your wine-walk crew, and get ready for one of the MOST FUN holiday events of the season!

❤️ COUNTRY CHRISTMAS WINTER WINE WALK ❤️

Join us for an evening of sipping, shopping, delicious treats, and holiday magic throughout the Spring Green Area!

⚠️ This event SELLS OUT every year! Don't wait until the last minute — once those 225 tickets are gone, they're GONE!

Sip. Shop. Savor the Season! ✨

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Keep it in the Valley Gift Card

The Spring Green Area Chamber of Commerce has all your favorite local retailers, restaurants, services and entertainment in one place. Use the gift card at all participating locations in the valley. There truly is something for everyone!

We Are River Valley Proud!

Visit the River Valley and you will never want to leave.

We are the River Valley and we consist of the Villages of Arena, Lone Rock, Plain, and Spring Green and twelve surrounding townships.

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