71st Annual
​Belleville Community Picnic
August 12th - 14th, 2022

Friday, August 12th, 2022
Family Night / Glow Night


​Bingo: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Backyard Games: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Face Painting / Balloon Animals - 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Adult Kickball: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Havens Petting Farm: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
Turtle Stand
Open Cornholio Tournament: 6:00 pm
Men's Softball at Community Park
FIREWORKS AT DUSK (Rain Date: Sunday 8/14)
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Summer Haze" following the Fireworks until 12:00 am
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Saturday, August 13th, 2022


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​Breakfast: 7:00 am - 10:30 am
Belleville Fun Run - 5K Run/Walk: 8:00 am
Kid's Kickball: 9:00 am
Co-Ed Volleyball: 9:00 am
Bike Race: 9:30 am
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Frenchtown" - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm playing Country
​Women's Cornholio Tournament: 11 am
Face Painting: 1 pm - 3 pm
Haven's Petting Farm: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
​Backyard Games: All Day
Adult Kickball
​Co-Ed Softball at Community Park
Men's Softball at Community Park
Turtle Stand
Rib Contest: Judging at 3:00 pm (24 Team Limit)
Beer Tent: Live Music by "The Rockabilly Kid"
​  4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Teen Bags Tournament - 5:00 pm
Beer Tent:  Live Music by "Madison County"
​  8:00 pm - 12:00 pm
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Sunday, August 14th, 2022

Duck Draw: 10:00 am
​Kids Tractor Pull: 10 am - 12 PM
Youth Football Combine: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Car Show at Library Park: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Greenfield Brothers" - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm playing Classic Country hits
Chicken BBQ Dinner: 11:30 am
​Sugar River Senior Center Pie Sale 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Havens Petting Farm: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
Face Painting / Balloon Animals 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm​
​Backyard Games: All Day
Co-Ed Cornholio Tournament: 1:00 pm
Turtle Stand
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Zweifel Brothers Band" - 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm playing polka tunes
Co-Ed Championship Softball at Community Park
Men's Championship Softball at Community Park
Raffle Drawing on the Main Stage: 6:00 pm
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Ghosts in the Room" - 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm playing Classic Rock.

BINGO!!!
​Friday, August 12th, 2022

Let’s play some Bingo!!  Kick off the Community Picnic on Friday, August 12th at our Family Night with hours of Bingo fun at Sugar River Park!  Games begin at 6:00 pm and will run until 9:00 pm. Regular games and special games including the following:

REGULAR GAMES
$0.25 buy-in (maximum 12 cards). 
Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win any regular game.

More Games for 2022

POSTAGE STAMP GAMES 
At the bottom of each hour, the first contestant to fill in the top-right four squares of your bingo board wins.
$0.25 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).

7:00 PM BONUS GAME 
Game starts at the top of the 7 o’clock hour.
$1.00 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).  
Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win this bonus game.

8:00 PM BONUS GAME 
Game starts at the top of the 8 o'clock hour.
$2.00 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).  
​Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win this bonus game.

FINAL GAME 
The final game of the evening to be a “cover all” game in which you will fill all numbers on your card for Bingo.
$5 buy-in (max. 5 cards).
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All players under 18 MUST be accompanied by their parent or guardian for the entire evening. Bring your family, join in on the Bingo fun, and let our servers bring you dinner from the lunch stand and deliver it right to your seat! 
​After Bingo, stay for the always impressive fireworks show and live music!

Cornholio Tournaments

 
We see you!  You've been conditioning your throwing arm at backyard barbeques all summer long, playing in leagues at the local taverns, and preparing for your moment to sink some bags at the BCP 2021 Cornholio Tournaments!  Well, wait no more.  This year there are three different Cornholio Tournaments for BCP goers: 

Open Tournament:
Friday, August 12th, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. 
This tournament is open to any participants.  $20 entry fee per team.  Single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.  Trophies and cash prizes.  Games will be played next to the Beer Tent and Bingo action at Sugar River Park.  Sign up by texting 608-279-1430 or by signing up at 5:30 p.m. the night of the tournament.
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Women's Tournament:
Saturday, August 13th, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Girls rule, boys drool!  $20 entry fee per team.  Single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.  Trophies and cash prizes.  Games will be played next to the Beer Tent at Sugar River Park.  Sign up at 10:30 a.m. the day of the tournament.
​**We still need someone to run the women's tourney. Contact us if you can help out!**

Teen Bags Tournament:
Saturday, August 13th, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. 
For participants entering into 7th-12th grade this coming school year.  Sign up will be on a first come, first served basis starting at 4:30 p.m. the day of the tournament.  $10 entry fee per team.  Single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.   Gift Certificate prizes.  Located under the small white tent at Sugar River Park. 

Coed Tournament:
Sunday, August 14th, 2022 at 1:00 p.m.
1 male and 1 female participant per team.  $20 entry fee per team.  This is a 32 team bracket in a single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.  Trophies and cash prizes.  Games will be played next to the Beer Tent at Sugar River Park.  Sign up by texting 608-279-1430 or by signing up at 12:30 p.m. the day of the tournament.


Havens Petting Farm

Bring the kids to Sugar River Park during the times listed below to play in the corn bin and visit with some adorable farm animals such as Calves, Alpaca, Fainting Goats, Kittens, Ponies, Mini Pot-Belly Pigs, Sheep, Lambs, Pygmy Goats, Rabbits, Bunnies, Ducks, Chicks, Miniature Donkeys, Turkeys and more*!  

There will also be opportunities for pony rides for $5 per ride.

The petting zoo is provided to you for FREE from a generous donation by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor.
*featured animals are subject to change without notice
Havens Mobile Petting Farm Schedule for #BCP2021
8/12/2022: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
8/13/2022: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
8/14/2022: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

www.havenspettingfarm.com

Fireworks
​Friday, August 12th, 2022


A fireworks show Friday night of the Community Picnic is the perfect way to spend a gorgeous summer evening with the family.  Get some snacks from the lunch stand, grab a blanket, and claim your spot in Sugar River Park to gaze at the sky after the last Bingo game wraps up around 9:00 pm.  
 
Location: Sugar River Park, Belleville, WI
Date: August 12th, 2022
Time: Dusk
​Rain Date: 8/14/2022 at Dusk

42nd Annual Belleville Fun Run
​Saturday, August 13th, 2022

Lace up your racing shoes and join in the Fun Run at the Belleville Community Picnic.  This old-fashioned 5K run/walk takes you through the streets of Belleville, around Lake Belle View and back.  Intended for all ages and abilities, kick off Saturday of the BCP with your friends and family at the Belleville Fun Run.
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Registration starts at 7:30 a.m.
Race Time: 8:00 a.m

Coed Volleyball Tournament
Saturday, August 13th, 2022

Get your team ready for a volleyball tournament that is always a good time!  Play at the Recreation Level or sign up for something a bit more competitive at the Intermediate Level!  The games will be played at Sugar River Park in Belleville with Pool Play in the morning and Bracket Play in the afternoon.

Registration Information:
Contact J.P. at 608-424-3606
Leave a message providing the following information:
  • Contact Information (Name and Phone Number)
  • Preferred Level of Play ​(Intermediate "A" or Recreation "B")
Registrations will be confirmed within 24 hours.
Registration Deadline: Saturday, August 6th, 2022

Entry Fee: $30 (Paid Saturday morning prior to game play)
Captain's Meeting:  8:30 a.m. 8/13/22
Games Begin: 9:00 a.m. 8/7/22

19th Annual
Belleville Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show
Sunday, August 14th, 2022

Past Events

70th Annual
​Belleville Community Picnic
August 6th - 8th, 2021

Friday, August 6th, 2021
Family Night / Glow Night


​Bingo: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Backyard Games: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Face Painting / Balloon Animals - 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Adult Kickball: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Havens Petting Farm: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
Turtle Stand
Open Cornholio Tournament: 6:00 pm
Men's Softball at Community Park
FIREWORKS AT DUSK (Rain Date: TBD)
Beer Tent: Live Music by "River Rockers" following the Fireworks until 12:00 am
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Saturday, August 7th, 2021

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​Breakfast: 7:00 am - 10:30 am
Belleville Fun Run - 5K Run/Walk: 8:00 am
Kid's Kickball: 9:00 am
Co-Ed Volleyball: 9:00 am
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Squirrel Gravy" - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm playing Bluegrass
​Tug-O-War - 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Haven's Petting Farm: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
​Backyard Games: All Day
Adult Kickball
​Co-Ed Softball at Community Park
Men's Softball at Community Park
Turtle Stand
Rib Contest: Judging at 3:00 pm (24 Team Limit)
Beer Tent: Live Music by "The Rockabilly Kid"
​  1:30 pm - 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Teen Bags Tournament - 5:00 pm
Beer Tent:  Live Music by "Madison County"
​  8:00 pm - 12:00 pm
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Sunday, August 8th, 2021

Duck Draw: 10:00 am
Youth Football Combine: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Car Show at Library Park: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Greenfield Brothers" - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm playing Classic Country hits
Chicken BBQ Dinner: 11:30 am
​Sugar River Senior Center Pie Sale 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Havens Petting Farm: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
Face Painting / Balloon Animals 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm​
​Backyard Games: All Day
Co-Ed Cornholio Tournament: 1:00 pm
Turtle Stand
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Zweifel Brothers Band" - 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm playing polka tunes
Co-Ed Championship Softball at Community Park
Men's Championship Softball at Community Park
Raffle Drawing on the Main Stage: 6:00 pm
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Ghosts in the Room" - 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm playing Classic Rock.

BINGO!!!
​Friday, August 6th, 2021

Let’s play some Bingo!!  Kick off the Community Picnic on Friday, August 6th at our Family Night with hours of Bingo fun at Sugar River Park!  Games begin at 6:00 pm and will run until 9:00 pm. Regular games and special games including the following:

REGULAR GAMES
$0.25 buy-in (maximum 12 cards). 
Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win any regular game.

More Games for 2021

POSTAGE STAMP GAMES 
At the bottom of each hour, the first contestant to fill in the top-right four squares of your bingo board wins.
$0.25 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).

7:00 PM BONUS GAME 
Game starts at the top of the 7 o’clock hour.
$1.00 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).  
Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win this bonus game.

8:00 PM BONUS GAME 
Game starts at the top of the 8 o'clock hour.
$2.00 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).  
​Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win this bonus game.

FINAL GAME 
The final game of the evening to be a “cover all” game in which you will fill all numbers on your card for Bingo.
$5 buy-in (max. 5 cards).
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All players under 18 MUST be accompanied by their parent or guardian for the entire evening. Bring your family, join in on the Bingo fun, and let our servers bring you dinner from the lunch stand and deliver it right to your seat! 
​After Bingo, stay for the always impressive fireworks show and live music!

Annual Holiday Decorations Contest

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​Is Clark Griswold your hero?
Do you prefer a more traditional display of the holiday spirit?
Does your neighbor’s house shine so bright that you wish you had black-out curtains?
If so, you should enter your display or nominate your favorite display in the

2021 Belleville Community Club Holiday Decorations Contest! 

Prizes are $50 each and up to 3 prizes will be awarded for the following categories:
☐  Traditional
☐  "Griswold"
☐ Group/Neighborhood

There are many options to enter holiday lights into the contest:
1. Mail the entry form to:   Belleville Community Club, P.O. Box 16, Belleville, WI 53508
2. Email your entry information to:  bellevillecommunityclub@gmail.com
3. Call the Belleville Community Club President, Gary Ziegler, at 608-225-2357 and leave a message of your name, address, and what category you are entering
4. Send a message to our Belleville Community Club Facebook page via the Messenger App
5. Submit your entry on our website below:  

    Online Contest Entry Form
Contest Rules:
1. Must have name, actual street address of display, and category submitted by 12:00 pm CST on 12/17/21 to be eligible
2. Lighting display must be within Village of Belleville, WI or Townships of Exeter, WI or Montrose, WI to be eligible to win
3. Judging will begin after 4:30 p.m. CST on December 17th, 2021 and run through 8:00 p.m. CST December 18th, 2021
4. Up to (1) prize awarded for “Traditional” display, (1) prize awarded for “Griswold” display, and (1) prize awarded for “Group/Neighborhood” display

Havens Petting Farm

Bring the kids to Sugar River Park during the times listed below to play in the corn bin and visit with some adorable farm animals such as Calves, Alpaca, Fainting Goats, Kittens, Ponies, Mini Pot-Belly Pigs, Sheep, Lambs, Pygmy Goats, Rabbits, Bunnies, Ducks, Chicks, Miniature Donkeys, Turkeys and more*!  On Friday evening you will also have a chance to meet ​ZeeZee the Zebra*!

There will also be opportunities for pony rides for $5 per ride.

The petting zoo is provided to you for FREE from a generous donation by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor.
*featured animals are subject to change without notice
Havens Mobile Petting Farm Schedule for #BCP2021
8/6/2021: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
8/7/2021: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
8/8/2021: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

www.havenspettingfarm.com

Cornholio Tournaments

 
We see you!  You've been conditioning your throwing arm at backyard barbeques all summer long, playing in leagues at the local taverns, and preparing for your moment to sink some bags at the BCP 2021 Cornholio Tournaments!  Well, wait no more.  This year there are three different Cornholio Tournaments for BCP goers: 

Open Tournament:
Friday, August 6th, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. 
This tournament is open to any participants.  $20 entry fee per team.  Single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.  Trophies and cash prizes.  Games will be played next to the Beer Tent and Bingo action at Sugar River Park.  Sign up by texting 608-279-1430 or by signing up at 5:30 p.m. the night of the tournament.
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Teen Bags Tournament:
Saturday, August 7th, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. 
For participants entering into 7th-12th grade this coming school year.  Sign up will be on a first come, first served basis starting at 4:30 p.m. the day of the tournament.  $10 entry fee per team.  Single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.   Gift Certificate prizes.  Located under the small white tent at Sugar River Park. 

Coed Tournament:
Sunday, August 8th, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.
1 male and 1 female participant per team.  $20 entry fee per team.  This is a 32 team bracket in a single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.  Trophies and cash prizes.  Games will be played next to the Beer Tent at Sugar River Park.  Sign up by texting 608-279-1430 or by signing up at 12:30 p.m. the day of the tournament.


Fireworks
​Friday, August 6th, 2021


A fireworks show Friday night of the Community Picnic is the perfect way to spend a gorgeous summer evening with the family.  Get some snacks from the lunch stand, grab a blanket, and claim your spot in Sugar River Park to gaze at the sky after the last Bingo game wraps up around 9:00 pm.  
 
Location: Sugar River Park, Belleville, WI
Date: August 6th, 2021
Time: Dusk
​Rain Date: 8/8/2021 at Dusk

41st Annual Belleville Fun Run
​Saturday, August 7th, 2021

Lace up your racing shoes and join in the Fun Run at the Belleville Community Picnic.  This old-fashioned 5K run/walk takes you through the streets of Belleville, around Lake Belle View and back.  Intended for all ages and abilities, kick off Saturday of the BCP with your friends and family at the Belleville Fun Run.
​
Registration starts at 7:30 a.m.
Race Time: 8:00 a.m

Coed Volleyball Tournament
Saturday, August 7th, 2021

Get your team ready for a volleyball tournament that is always a good time!  Play at the Recreation Level or sign up for something a bit more competitive at the Intermediate Level!  The games will be played at Sugar River Park in Belleville with Pool Play in the morning and Bracket Play in the afternoon.

Registration Information:
Contact J.P. at 608-424-3606
Leave a message providing the following information:
  • Contact Information (Name and Phone Number)
  • Preferred Level of Play ​(Intermediate "A" or Recreation "B")
Registrations will be confirmed within 24 hours.
Registration Deadline: Saturday, July 31st, 2021

Entry Fee: $30 (Paid Saturday morning prior to game play)
Captain's Meeting:  8:30 a.m. 8/7/21
Games Begin: 9:00 a.m. 8/7/21

31st Annual BBQ Rib Contest
​Saturday, August 7th, 2021

Do you want a chance to show off your amazing BBQ skills?  Sign up for the 30th Annual BBQ Rib Contest at the Belleville Community Picnic featuring new organizers, new rules, and a chance to win TWO awards.  Back again this year, on top of the grand prize, is the People's Choice Award where event goers can purchase a judging spot and help crown the 2021 winner!  There is a 24 team limit, so sign up today!

​2022 Rib Contest Judges:
To Be Announced

People's Choice Award - YOU be the judge!

New this year is the opportunity to be a judge for the People's Choice Award at the 2021 Rib Contest.  For $20 you can sample a rib from each of the teams entered in the contest and cast your vote for the best tasting ribs at the BCP.  You can sign up to be a judge at Burreson's in Belleville, but space is limited so sign up today!

Madison County
​Saturday, August 7th, 2021

https://www.madcounty.com/home

​Madison County is a 7-piece Country show band, based out of Madison, WI that has evolved its high-energy engaging show over the years to stay fresh and unique.  This award winning band will be live on the main stage on Saturday night of the Belleville Community Picnic.  Grab your friends, put on your dancing shoes, and join us for a great time with awesome music!

Cover Charge: $5.00
Music starts at 8:00 pm
Must be at least 21 years old to enter.  Must provide valid I.D.

Chicken Dinner
Sunday, August 8th, 2021

  
​The Belleville Community Picnic was born from an idea in 1952 to gather the citizens of this small village and celebrate our vibrant volunteer spirit with a large picnic.  
The celebration has grown, the dinner has become more delicious, and the healthy volunteerism in Belleville is still alive and well.  
Join those volunteers and the people of Belleville for this amazing Chicken Dinner that includes
~ 1/2 Chicken ~
~ Baked Potato ~
~ Dressing ~
~ Coleslaw ~
~ Fresh Dinner Roll ~
~ Milk ~
all for just $14.00 per dinner for pre-orders (plus service fees) or $15.00 for day of purchases.

Dinners are served at 11:30 at Sugar River Park, but come to the park early as the line forms quickly once the smells of the savory chickens begin to roll through town!

Pre-Order Your Dinner

We will have a limited number of dinners for sale on Sunday, August 14th, 2022 in Sugar River Park, but we have plenty available for pre-order right now! Due to the chicken shortage the market is facing, we are asking you to place your order ahead of time to help us gauge how many dinners to prepare.  Pre-ordering guarantees you one of these delicious dinners, so don't wait until the day of and risk missing out!  Please click the link below to place your orders or find more information.
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Limited Delivery Options

Delivery options are available this year for our elderly or shut-in population.  Call and place your request for delivery in the 53508 zip code to Renee Funseth at 608-577-0155.  Please provide her with the following information:
 - Name
 - Address where dinners should be delivered
 - Number of dinners you need delivered
 - Milk quantities and type (White or Chocolate)
- Phone number where you can be reached
 - and any additional delivery instructions

Sugar River Senior Center Pie Sale
Sunday, August 8th, 2021

18th Annual
Belleville Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show
Sunday, August 8th, 2021

69th Annual
​Belleville Community Picnic
August 9th, 2020


Chicken Dinner Carry-Outs
​11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Community Park
Virtual Fun Run
​Duck Draw
3:00 p.m. - Community Park
Raffle Drawing
​3:00 p.m. - Community Park
​Fireworks at Dusk 
Community Park
(Rain Date: TBD)

Chicken Dinner
Sunday, August 9th, 2020


​The Belleville Community Picnic was born from an idea in 1952 to gather the citizens of this small village and celebrate our vibrant volunteer spirit with a large picnic.  
Even during times that are calling on us to be socially distant with each other, the Belleville Community Club is once again preparing to safely serve up this amazing Chicken Dinner that includes:
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~ 1/2 Chicken ~
~ Baked Potato ~
~ Dressing ~
~ Coleslaw ~
~ Fresh Dinner Roll ~
~ Milk ~

This year the chicken dinners will be offered as a drive-up/carry-out option only with delivery options available to those within the 53508 area code.  Pre-order your dinners to ensure you don't miss out on the most delicious part of the Community Picnic.
Pricing
Pre-Order Chicken Dinner = $12.00 each (plus processing fees)
Pre-Order Chicken Dinner with Delivery Option = $13.00 each (plus processing fees)
​Chicken Dinner Purchase Day of Event = $15.00 each


When and ​How to Pick Up Your Chicken Dinner:
When: Sunday, August 9th, 2020
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. or until dinners are sold out
Where: Belleville Community Park
Bross Circle
Belleville, WI 53508

Dinners will ONLY be available to pick up in a drive-up lane through Community Park.
​Community Park will be accessible only from the Southbound lane of Hwy 69 / River Street.

40th Annual Belleville Fun Run
Virtual Edition
​Sunday, August 9th, 2020

Due to COVID-19, this year's Fun Run is going to be a VIRTUAL event only.

Complete a 5K run or 5K walk - but you pick where & when to do it!  Post your photos and times on the Belleville Fun Run Facebook page. The typical route map is below, but you can run/walk 3.1 miles anywhere and anytime
(at your own risk) in August!

We encourage participation in this event by people of all ages and abilities.  There will be no medals awarded this year. 

If you would like to purchase a t-shirt for $15 before July 31st, 2020 click on the link below.
 

Fireworks
​Sunday, August 9th, 2020


You will still be able to enjoy a great fireworks show as a part of the 69th Annual Belleville Community Picnic.  Beginning around dusk on Sunday, August 9th, 2020, a fireworks display will be put on from the berm in Community Park for all to enjoy for free.  We ask that you please refrain from gathering in the park to watch the fireworks as there will be no ground show this year.  The show will focus on the sky and allow for you to possibly view the fireworks from your own yard within the Village, from your car parked along River Street, or anywhere else you choose to view while maintaining social distances from everyone else also enjoying the show.
 
Location: Community Park, Belleville, WI
Date: August 9th, 2020
Time: Dusk
​Rain Date: To Be Determined

2nd Annual UFO Day Beer Fest

Picture
Image courtesy of Broken Arrows Photography

​Saturday, October 26th, 2019

​V.I.P. Hour from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ($50.00 per ticket)
General Admission from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ($40.00 per ticket)

Location: Library Park
10 East Main Street
Belleville, WI 53508

Parking Information:
There will be street parking available as well as limited parking at the adjacent depot.

Ticket Information


V.I.P. Admission: $50.00 per person
Includes exclusive beer tasting hour from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. along with an official UFO Beer Fest custom 16 oz. Rastal Craft Master Grand mug, Beer Fest backpack, along with a souvenir glass and unlimited samples.

General Admission: $40.00 per person
Includes souvenir glass and unlimited samples from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.




​​The Belleville Community Club (BCC) is excited to announce the 2019 UFO Day Beer Fest. In partnership with the Belleville Area Chamber of Commerce which hosts the annual UFO Day event, the BCC plans to hold the Beer Fest rain or shine on Saturday, October 26th, 2019 at Library Park in Belleville WI. Up to 20 breweries and up to 80 craft beers for tasting! We are pleased to invite you to join us in your love of craft beer and in raising funds that allows the BCC to donate to many worthy causes within our community; including Badger Boys and Girls State, Boy Scout and Cub Scout charters, lake restoration fund, library fund, Main Street flowers, Santa’s visit to PTO shop, Shop with a Cop, High School Senior Scholarships, Easter Egg Hunt, Christmas lights competition and many more!
Belleville will be hosting the 33rd annual UFO Day event which will include a pancake breakfast, spooky run/walk, haunted trail, costume party, a parade on main street, and the UFO Day BeerFest. This annual event brings thousands of interested “aliens” to Belleville each year. The Belleville Community Club will host the beer tasting event in the middle of this fun filled day. All proceeds will be used by the BCC to further assist education and the community organizations throughout the year.

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Participating Breweries* for 2019 UFO Day Beer Fest
*subject to change

68th Annual
​Belleville Community Picnic
August 8th - 11th, 2019

Thursday, August 8th, 2019
Family Night / Glow Night


​Bingo: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Kids Inflatables: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Backyard Games: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Adult Kickball: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Havens Petting Farm: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
Turtle Stand
Open Cornholio Tournament: 7:00 pm
Co-Ed Softball at Community Park
FIREWORKS AT DUSK (Rain Date: Sunday, August 11th, 2019)
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Friday, August 9th, 2019


​Kids Inflatables: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Havens Petting Farm: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
Backyard Games: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Adult Kickball: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Turtle Stand
Men's Softball at Community Park
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Kings of Radio" 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
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Saturday, August 10th, 2019



​Breakfast: 7:00 am - 10:30 am
Belleville Fun Run - 5K Run/Walk: 8:00 am
Kid's Kickball: 9:00 am
Co-Ed Volleyball: 9:00 am
Bike Ride: 9:30 am
Kid's Inflatables: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Haven's Petting Farm: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
​Backyard Games: All Day
Adult Kickball
Co-Ed Softball at Community Park
Men's Softball at Community Park
Turtle Stand
Rib Contest: Judging at 3:00 pm (24 Team Limit)
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Chicken Truck" - 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Teen Bags Tournament - 5:00 pm
​Teen Dance: Music by DJ Miles Fahey - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Beer Tent:  Live Music by "Madison County" - 8:00 pm - 12:00 pm
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Sunday, August 11th, 2019

Ecumenical Worship: 10:00 am  
Youth Football Combine: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Duck Draw: 10:00 am
Car Show at Library Park: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Greenfield Brothers" - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm playing Classic Country hits
Chicken BBQ Dinner: 11:30 am
Kids Inflatables: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Havens Petting Farm: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
*Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor
​Backyard Games: All Day
Co-Ed Cornholio Tournament: 1:00 pm
Turtle Stand
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Zweifel Brothers Band" - 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm playing polka tunes
Co-Ed Championship Softball at Sugar River Park
Men's Championship Softball at Sugar River Park
Raffle Drawing on the Main Stage: 6:00 pm
Beer Tent: Live Music by "Ghosts in the Room" - 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm playing Classic Rock.

Kid's Inflatables

So much fun to be at at the Belleville Community Picnic this year, especially for the kiddos.  Come on down to Sugar River Park and let the little ones burn some energy and have a great time on our inflatables.  There are going to be bounce houses for the littles and larger obstacle style inflatables for the bigger kids!  See below for the pricing of tickets and wristbands and find the hours the inflatables will be up and running.
Kid's Inflatables Schedule for #BCP2019
8/8/2019: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
8/9/2019: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
8/10/2019: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
8/11/2019: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Kid's Inflatables Pricing
Single Ride Ticket:  1 ticket = $3.00 per person/per ride
Daily Wristband: $15 per person
Full Weekend Wristband: $25 per person

Havens Petting Farm

Bring the kids to Sugar River Park during the times listed below to play in the corn bin and visit with some adorable farm animals such as Calves, Alpaca, Fainting Goats, Kittens, Ponies, Mini Pot-Belly Pigs, Sheep, Lambs, Pygmy Goats, Rabbits, Bunnies, Ducks, Chicks, Miniature Donkeys, Turkeys and more*!  On Thursday evening and Sunday afternoon you will also have a chance to meet ​ZeeZee the Zebra*!

There will also be opportunities for pony rides for $5 per ride.

The petting zoo is provided to you for FREE from a generous donation by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor.
*featured animals are subject to change without notice
Havens Mobile Petting Farm Schedule for #BCP2019
8/8/2019: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
8/9/2019: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
8/10/2019: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
8/11/2019: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

www.havenspettingfarm.com

BINGO!!!
​Thursday, August 8th, 2019

Let’s play some Bingo!!  Kick off the Community Picnic on Thursday, August 8th at our Family Night with hours of Bingo fun at Sugar River Park!  Games begin at 6:00 pm and will run until 9:00 pm. Regular games and special games including the following:

REGULAR GAMES
$0.25 buy-in (maximum 12 cards). 
Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win any regular game.

NEW FOR 2019

POSTAGE STAMP GAMES 
At the bottom of each hour, the first contestant to fill in the top-right four squares of your bingo board wins.
$0.25 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).

7:00 PM BONUS GAME 
Game starts at the top of the 7 o’clock hour.
$1.00 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).  
Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win this bonus game.

8:00 PM BONUS GAME 
Game starts at the top of the 8 o'clock hour.
$2.00 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).  
​Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win this bonus game.

FINAL GAME 
The final game of the evening to be a “cover all” game in which you will fill all numbers on your card for Bingo.
$5 buy-in (max. 5 cards).
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All players under 18 MUST be accompanied by their parent or guardian for the entire evening. Bring your family, join in on the Bingo fun, and let our servers bring you dinner from the lunch stand and deliver it right to your seat! 
​After Bingo, stay for the always impressive fireworks show!

Cornholio Tournaments

 
We see you!  You've been conditioning your throwing arm at backyard barbeques all summer long, playing in leagues at the local taverns, and preparing for your moment to sink some bags at the BCP 2019 Cornholio Tournaments!  Well, wait no more.  This year there are three different Cornholio Tournaments for BCP goers: 

Open Tournament:
Thursday, August 8th, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. 
This tournament is open to any participants.  $20 entry fee per team.  Single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.  Trophies and cash prizes.  Games will be played next to the Beer Tent and Bingo action at Sugar River Park.  Sign up by texting 608-279-1430 or 608-558-8644, or by signing up at 6:30 p.m. the night of the tournament.
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Teen Bag Tournament:
Saturday, August 10th, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. 
For participants entering into 7th-12th grade this coming school year.  Sign up will be on a first come, first served basis starting at 4:30 p.m. the day of the tournament.  $10 entry fee per team.  Single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.   Gift Certificate prizes.  Located under the small white tent at Sugar River Park.  Watch the championship game and stay for the Teen Dance with D.J. Miles Fahey starting at 7:00 p.m.

Coed Tournament:
Sunday, August 11th, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.
1 male and 1 female participant per team.  $20 entry fee per team.  This is a 32 team bracket in a single elimination tournament based on best of 3 games in a race to score 21 points per game.  Trophies and cash prizes.  Games will be played next to the Beer Tent at Sugar River Park.  Sign up by texting 608-279-1430 or 608-558-8644, or by signing up at 12:30 p.m. the day of the tournament.


Kings of Radio
​Friday, August 9th, 2019

Over the last decade, Kings of Radio have established themselves as one of Southern Wisconsin's premier cover show bands, bringing high-energy 80's rock and "Big Hair" classics to their shows.  Dust off your Aqua-Net and come join us for this great LIVE music under the tent on Friday night of the Belleville Community Picnic!

Cover Charge: $5.00
Music starts at 8:00 pm
Must be at least 21 years old to enter.   Must provide valid I.D.

https://kingsofradio.com/

39th Annual Belleville Fun Run
​Saturday, August 10th, 2019

Lace up your racing shoes and join in the Fun Run at the Belleville Community Picnic.  This old-fashioned 5K run/walk takes you through the streets of Belleville, around Lake Belle View and back.  Intended for all ages and abilities, kick off Saturday of the BCP with your friends and family at the Belleville Fun Run.
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Registration starts at 7:30 a.m.
Race Time: 8:00 a.m

Coed Volleyball Tournament
Saturday, August 10th, 2019

Get your team ready for a volleyball tournament that is always a good time!  Play at the Recreation Level or sign up for something a bit more competitive at the Intermediate Level!  The games will be played at Sugar River Park in Belleville with Pool Play in the morning and Bracket Play in the afternoon.

Registration Information:
Contact J.P. at 608-424-3606
Leave a message providing the following information:
  • Contact Information (Name and Phone Number)
  • Preferred Level of Play (Recreation or Intermediate)
Registrations will be confirmed within 24 hours.
Registration Deadline: Saturday, August 4th, 2019

Entry Fee: $30 (Paid Saturday morning prior to game play)
Captain's Meeting:  8:30 a.m. 8/10/19
Games Begin: 9:00 a.m. 8/10/19

Belleville Bike Ride
Saturday, August 10th, 2019

New Organziers.  Simpler Format.  It's a transition year.
The Belleville Bike Race is in a state of transition.  We will be simplifying this year's event, but plan to come back in 2020 with some fun new additions.  We greatly appreciate your patience and welcome new partners, ideas, and suggestions!

Information:
Registration and Bib # Pick-up: 7:00 a.m - 9:15 a.m. at Sugar River Park
No pre-registration this year, but please fill out the form below and pay your donation on Saturday morning
Ride Time: 9:30 a.m. with mass start
The Course:  Flat with gently rolling hills in the countryside north of Belleville
Participants MUST wear helmets; no exceptions.  Use of Aero Bars is NOT allowed; they are not safe in pack riding.

Click here for more information and the registration form:

29th Annual BBQ Rib Contest
​Saturday, August 10th, 2019

Do you want a chance to show off your amazing BBQ skills?  Sign up for the 29th Annual BBQ Rib Contest at the Belleville Community Picnic featuring new organizers, new rules, and a chance to win TWO awards.  New this year, on top of the grand prize, is the People's Choice Award where event goers can purchase a judging spot and help crown the 2019 winner!  There is a 24 team limit, so sign up today!

​2019 Rib Contest Judges:
Bob Page, owner of Bob's Bitchin' BBQ
Jeff Whitford, Head Chef at Thirsty Goat
Keith or Erin Stoesz, Owners of North and South Seafood and Smokehouse
Mike Zieglemeier, Owner of Ziggy's BBQ Smokehouse and Ice Cream Parlor
Scott Ringgenberg, Owner of The Dam Bar
Pat Boersma, Owner of The Ale House

People's Choice Award - YOU be the judge!

New this year is the opportunity to be a judge for the People's Choice Award at the 2019 Rib Contest.  For $20 you can sample a rib from each of the teams entered in the contest and cast your vote for the best tasting ribs at the BCP.  You can sign up to be a judge at Burreson's in Belleville, but space is limited so sign up today!

Madison County
​Saturday, August 10th, 2019

https://www.madcounty.com/home

​Madison County is a 7-piece Country show band, based out of Madison, WI that has evolved its high-energy engaging show over the years to stay fresh and unique.  This award winning band will be live on the main stage on Saturday night of the Belleville Community Picnic.  Grab your friends, put on your dancing shoes, and join us for a great time with awesome music!

Cover Charge: $5.00
Music starts at 8:00 pm
Must be at least 21 years old to enter.  Must provide valid I.D.

Chicken Dinner
Sunday, August 11th, 2019


​The Belleville Community Picnic was born from an idea in 1952 to gather the citizens of this small village and celebrate our vibrant volunteer spirit with a large picnic.  
The celebration has grown, the dinner has become more delicious, and the healthy volunteerism in Belleville is still alive and well.  
Join those volunteers and the people of Belleville for this amazing Chicken Dinner that includes
~ 1/2 Chicken ~
~ Baked Potato ~
~ Dressing ~
~ Coleslaw ~
~ Fresh Dinner Roll ~
~ Milk ~
all for just $12.00 per dinner.

Dinners are served at 11:30 at Sugar River Park, but come to the park early as the line forms quickly once the smells of the savory chickens begin to roll through town!

​*We are currently looking for new Car Show Chairpersons for next year's event.  Contact us at bellevillecommunityclub@gmail.com or fill out the Contact form on this website if you are interested in helping out!

Youth Football Combine
Sunday, August 11th, 2019
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bring the kids to Sugar River Park on Sunday of the Community Picnic to participate in the 2019 Belleville Youth Football Combine consisting of Punt, Pass, Pass Accuracy, and Kicking skills.  The FREE competition is open to all children entering Kindergarten through 8th grade this fall.  This is an opportunity to show that you are the best passer, punter and kicker, as well as to show how accurate you are passing to a receiver who will be at 5, 10 and 15 yards.  Grab a friend and invite him or her to the event and see how well you do against the other competitors.

1st Place winners will receive a youth football T-shirt & gift card
2nd Place winners will receive a youth football T-shirt 

Drinks and snacks will be available to all participants.
*The Youth Football Combine is sponsored by the Belleville Wildcats Youth Football organization
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