TosaFest 2025 Experiences
Get more out of TosaFest with one of our VIP Experiences
Our 2025 TosaFest Experiences are here! Enjoy these unique VIP events and experience the best the Village has to offer! All events have limited capacity and will be available for pre-purchase only.
Experiences on Friday, September 5
Saturday, Sept. 5, 6 pm
Root Common
Kick off your TosaFest weekend with a fresh twist on a classic tradition!
Join Le Rêve and The Ruby Tap for a casual yet elevated Friday Night Fish Fry, featuring live music by blues-rock jam band Blind Fiction and reserved seating so you can relax and enjoy the show.
Your ticket includes:
• Fish Fry Favorites: Battered Fish, Fries, Coleslaw, Rye Bread
• Start off with an old fashioned or beer, and continue with beer or switch to wine.
• Reserved seating for live music during the tasting
Gather with friends, sip, savor, and enjoy the flavors of Wauwatosa in the heart of the Village. This flavorful kickoff to Tosafest is limited to just 75 guests—don’t miss out!
Your purchase of this item is final—no refunds or ticket resales.
Friday, Sept. 5, 6 pm
Underwood Experiences Tent
A traditional European cheese event! The Village Cheese Shop is partnering with cheesemaker Joe Burns of Fayette Creamery (a.k.a The Raclette Sandwich Guy of the Tosa Holiday Market and elsewhere) for a cheesy event. We’ll be cooking up tartiflette with Joe’s new cheese PAVE HENRI. Tartiflette is a traditional French dish made of potatoes and Alpine cheese, prepared in a huge open-air skillet, served hot and melty and topped with cornichon. Guests will be served tartiflette straight from the pan with a side salad, Rocket Baby baguette and a wine or beer to pair. Enjoy the meal at RESERVED seating under the Underwood Tent while listening to folk trio Valley Fox from the Wire & Vice Stage. Seating is limited to 50, so don’t delay!
Your purchase of this item is final—no refunds or resales.
Experiences on Saturday, September 6
Saturday, Sept. 6, 12 pm
Underwood Experiences Tent
Who will be crowned the 3rd Annual TosaFest Cheese Curd Eating Champion? Each competitor will receive a pile of fresh Wisconsin cheese curds. Whoever finishes the most in 5 minutes is our winner and will receive a special “Best of the Village” prize pack, as well as the Curd Crown, a t-shirt, and bragging rights all year! Competitors must be 16 years of age or older. We are limiting this to 15 competitors, so sign up soon, spaces will go fast! Your purchase of this item is final—no refunds or resales.
Saturday, Sept. 6, 1 pm
Root Common
Join Carly and Joseph of Aromatic Acres and Brooke and Sarah from The Ruby Tap for a uniquely Tosa experience that blends creativity and flavor.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon sipping three styles of rosé while crafting your very own stunning floral arrangement — no experience needed!
Your ticket includes:
• All floral materials
• Hands-on guidance to create your own bouquet
• Tastings of 3 different rosés, perfectly paired with the summer vibe
• A beautiful, laid-back atmosphere in the heart of TosaFest
Whether you're planning a girls' day out or just looking to try something new, this is a can't-miss experience. Only 50 spots available—this experience sells out every year, so reserve yours early.
Your purchase of this item is final—no refunds or ticket resales.
Fall Wreaths & Wine Flights with GreyHouse Creative Market
Saturday, Sept. 6, 1 pm
Underwood Experiences Tent
Get crafty at TosaFest with our fall wreath-making workshop! Get ready for fall and create your own stunning wreath using warm, autumn-inspired florals and natural textures—perfect for your front door or seasonal decor.
Add a wine flight for just $10, featuring a curated trio of rosé, white, and red wines. Make it extra special and pair it with a personal charcuterie board including two cheeses, one meat, and seasonal accompaniments, for an additional $15.
$50.00
Spend the day competing in your favorite sport, then head to TosaFest to celebrate! Sign up your team to compete in the TosaFest Volleyball Tournament, sponsored by Riedel Sports. This year we are offering two half-day sessions instead of an all-day tournament—pick one, play for a few hours, then go enjoy TosaFest!
When:
Session 1 - Saturday, September 6, 9:00 am-12:30 pm
Session 2 - Saturday, September 6, 1:00-4:30 pm
Each session will last about 3-3.5 hours
Where: Hart Park Volleyball Courts, Wauwatosa
Who: Co-ed 6s (3 women/3 men) – B level
If a team can’t field 6 players, teams must have at least two women and two men on the court at all times.
Cost: $150/team (includes tournament t-shirt)
Round-robin format. Scoring details and game rules will be distributed closer to the event.
Any questions? Please contact Angie Riedel: angie@riedelsports.com
Saturday, Sept. 6, 3:30 pm
Root Common
$65 total for a two-person team
Join us at TosaFest for a lively Team Cribbage Tournament that brings together friendly competition, local flavor, and festival fun!
Each two-person team will enjoy:
• 3 games of cribbage in a team-based format
• Two custom cribbage boards to take home — boards are valued at $40 each!
• Two beers or two glasses of wine per person (4 drinks total per team)
• A classic Wisconsin relish tray to snack on
• The chance to win gift cards good at Village businesses
• Reserved seats for live music by the Kirk Tatnall Trio on the Exterior Pros Root Common Stage
Whether you're a seasoned player or just in it for the good times, this is your chance to play cards, sip drinks, and soak in the spirit of TosaFest. Spots are limited—this experience is limited to 30 two-person teams. Grab a partner and sign up today to reserve your spot.
Your purchase of this item is final—no refunds or ticket resales.
Design Your Own Lantern with Arté Wine & Painting Studio
Saturday, Sept. 6, 3:30-6 pm
Underwood Experiences Tent
Grab some friends and make these adorable LED-lit lanterns to take home after the fest.
Each registration includes a 10" primed wooden lantern. Upon arrival, choose what colors you would like to paint your lantern. Work at your own pace in the Underwood tent while you enjoy live music from the band Wildered on the Wire & Vice stage. The average painter takes 2 hours to complete a project. Grab a snack or drink from the Arté bar or any of the bars and food trucks on Underwood Ave. before checking in to start painting.
$45.00
Saturday, Sept. 6, 6 pm
Root Common Park
Eddie Martini’s is thrilled to return to TosaFest with an unforgettable culinary experience in the heart of the Wauwatosa Village.
Indulge in a carefully curated 4-course appetizer menu, expertly paired with four unique wines from The Ruby Tap, each selected to elevate every bite.
Your evening includes:
• A chef-driven 4-course appetizer menu from Eddie Martini’s
• Four hand-selected wine pairings from The Ruby Tap
• Reserved seating for the live music performance by the Donna Woodall Group
This is more than a meal — it’s a night of food, wine, and music. With only 75 spots available, this exclusive event promises to sell out again. Come hungry, leave happy!
Your purchase of this item is final—no refunds or ticket resales.
Saturday, Sept. 6, 6:30 pm
Underwood Experiences Tent
Watch the sunset while listening to some tunes and enjoy a picnic for 2! Your basket includes cheeses and meats, crackers, nuts and fruit from The Village Cheese Shop, cookies from Black Twig Bakery and your choice of wine, beer, or an artisan soda. You will have reserved seating under the Underwood Tent while listening to live musical vibes from Wisconsin Space Program on the Wire & Vice Stage. Included in your picnic basket is a Tosa Trivia game—answer the 10 questions correctly and win a free beverage!
Your purchase of this item is final—no refunds or resales.
