# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Sputnikfest 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: On September 5, 1962 a 20 lbs. piece of Russian Sputnik IV landed in the middle of the street on the corner of N. 8th and Park. Sputnikfest is our way of bringing the community together to celebrate this momentous event.

Named one of the Top Five Funkiest Festivals in the country by Reader's Digest, this wacky tacky festival has become a community and regional favorite, with fun for the entire family.

"Sputnik landed here...Why don't you?"

Schedule of Events:
12:00pm-2:00 pm
DJ Dan
12:00pm-1:30 pm	
Masquers Inc. Police officers discover Sputnik
12:00pm
5K Run/Walk
Vendor Space - Dean Konop Caricatures, Lakeshore Robotics,                                                               
Sputnik Gonna Stump Ya (Trivia Hunt)
Art Space and Kid's Games (open through 5:00pm)
1:00pm
Alien Pet Costume Parade & Contest
1:30-3:00pm
501st Wisconsin Garrison 
2:00 & 2:30pm
Masquers Skit in Coach House
2:00 - 5:00pm
Live Music with Groove Therapy
3:30pm
Cosmic Kids Costume Parade & Contest
5:00pm
Adult Captain Space Debris Parade & Contest
5:30pm
Masquers Present: The Sputnik Story
6:00
Alien Drop Raffle

To register for the 5K visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Manitowoc/Sputnikfest5KWalkRun

For more information on Sputnikfest:
https://www.manitowoc.org/1109/Sputnikfest
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manitowoc/sputnikfest-2026/200030491641549
- **Event Categories**: kids, festivals, music, art, contests, parades, sports, live-music, theatre, entertainment, marathons, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 79

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Manitowoc
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Rahr-West
- **lat**: 44.0991799
- **long**: -87.65843
- **full address**: The Rahr-West, 610 N 8th St,Manitowoc, WI, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Sputnikfest 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9171b970895a82bbb6d22d69bc54dd0e8d0cb357dd1055ddeebe420a4e6cc159-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir?v=1786989502

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Sputnikfest 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Sputnikfest 2026 takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at The Rahr-West, 610 N 8th St,Manitowoc, WI, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Sputnikfest 2026?
  - **A:** Sputnikfest 2026 is organized by The Rahr-West.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Sputnikfest 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manitowoc, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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