PAST EVENTS
73rd Annual
Belleville Community Picnic
Belleville Community Picnic
August 9th - 11th, 2024
Friday, August 9th, 2024
Family Night / Glow Night
Adult Kickball: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Inflatables: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Bingo: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Face Painting: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Havens Petting Farm: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm *Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor Turtle Stand Kids Tug-of-War Open Bags Tournament: 6:00 pm (32 Team Limit) Co-Ed Softball at Community Park Men's Softball at Community Park FIREWORKS AT DUSK (Rain Date: Sunday 8/11) Beer Tent: Live Music by "Foo Foo Dolls" following the Fireworks until 12:00 am |
Saturday, August 10th, 2024
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 Inflatables: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Beer Tent: Live Music by "Frenchtown: Francois Family Band" 11:00 am - 3:00 pm playing Country Women's Bags Tournament: 11 am Face Painting: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Haven's Petting Farm: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm *Sponsored by Forever 56 Foundation in memory of Eric O'Connor 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 "Andy Yaun - 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 |
Sunday, August 11th, 2024
Duck Draw: 10:00 am
Kids Tractor Pull: 10 am Youth Football Combine: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Car Show at Library Park: 10:00 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 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Co-Ed BagsTournament: 1:00 pm (32 Team Limit) Turtle Stand Beer Tent: Live Music by "Zweifel Brothers" 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 9th, 2024
Let’s play some Bingo!! Kick off the Community Picnic on Friday, August 9th at our Family Night with hours of Bingo fun at Sugar River Park! Games begin at 5:30 pm and will run until 8:30 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 2024
6:30 PM BONUS GAME
$1.00 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).
Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win this bonus game.
7:30 PM BONUS GAME
$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 (maximum 12 cards).
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!
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 2024
6:30 PM BONUS GAME
$1.00 buy-in (maximum 12 cards).
Regular Bingo OR filling in the four corners of your bingo board will win this bonus game.
7:30 PM BONUS GAME
$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 (maximum 12 cards).
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!
Kickball
Adult Kickball
To register your ADULT team (15 years +) send an email to both [email protected] AND [email protected] with your name AND team name. Registration fee is $100 per team and can be paid via cash or check at your first game. Teams should be made up of 12 players or less and have a minimum of 5 females players. Games will be played on Friday night (8/9/2024) and Saturday (8/10/2024) at Sugar River Park. Money and trophies go to the top two teams! |
Kid's Kickball
Games start at 9:00 am on Saturday 8/10/2024. There is a Captain's Meeting/Check-in at 8:30 am between the two fields at Sugar River Park. Registration is $20.00 per team or $2.00 per kid. If you do not have a team, you are still welcome to join. Bring your $2.00 and you will be added to a team or a new team will be created! Please try to limit teams to 10-12 kids with approximately 50% of the team being boys and 50% of the team being girls. Kids up to 14 years old (or entering 8th grade this fall) can play. To register please send an email to Jason at [email protected]. Please include your child's name AND their team name if they have a full team. |
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 #BCP2024
8/9/2024: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
8/10/2024: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kid's Inflatables Pricing
Wristband: $10 per person*
*good for posted hours on Friday and Saturday
8/9/2024: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
8/10/2024: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kid's Inflatables Pricing
Wristband: $10 per person*
*good for posted hours on Friday and Saturday
Bags 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 2024 Bags Tournaments! Well, wait no more. This year there are four different Bags Tournaments for BCP goers:
Open Tournament:
Friday, August 9th, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
This tournament is open to any participants. $20 entry fee per team and there is a 32 team limit. 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.
Women's Tournament:
Saturday, August 10th, 2024 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.
Teen Bags Tournament:
Saturday, August 10th, 2024 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 11th, 2024 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.
Haven's 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 #BCP2024
8/9/2024: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
8/10/2024: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
8/11/2024: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
www.havenspettingfarm.com
8/9/2024: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
8/10/2024: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
8/11/2024: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
www.havenspettingfarm.com
Fireworks
Friday, August 9th, 2024
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 after 8:30 pm.
Location: Sugar River Park, Belleville, WI
Date: August 9th, 2024
Time: Dusk
Rain Date: 8/11/2024 at Dusk
Foo Foo Dolls
Friday, August 9th, 2024
Friday, August 9th, 2024
Long Live 90's Rock!! Unlike any other band you've ever seen, the Foo Foo Dolls features five lead singers in an ever-changing high energy all 90's rock stage show that will get you out of your seat and have you singing and dancing with your friends all night! They bring their incredible brand of 90s nostalgia and a night of unforgettable entertainment for you this year at the BCP!! Music starts after the fireworks show on Friday night. *Must be at least 21 years old to enter. Must provide valid I.D. |
44th Annual Belleville Fun Run
Saturday, August 10th, 2024
Lace up your racing shoes and join in the Fun Run at the Belleville Community Picnic. This 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
Belleville Bike Race
Saturday, August 10th, 2024
The Belleville Bike Race is back for 2024! This fun race is open to all skill levels including road, hybrid, and mountain biking and limited to 75 riders.
Information:
Registration and Bib # Pick-up: 7:00 a.m - 9:15 a.m. at Sugar River Park
Entry Fee: $30 (includes a t-shirt, refreshments, and a donation to the Belleville Community Club)
Pre-register for the race by emailing [email protected] and pay your donation on Saturday morning
Ride Time: 9:30 a.m. with mass start (Rain or Shine)
The Course: Flat with gently rolling hills in the countryside north of Belleville along an 11 mile or 21 mile course
*Participants MUST wear helmets; no exceptions. Use of Aero Bars is NOT allowed; they are not safe in pack riding.
Coed Volleyball Tournament
Saturday, August 10th, 2024
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 or
Melinda Bigler at 608-206-5833
Leave a message providing the following information:
- Contact Information (Name and Phone Number)
- Preferred Level of Play (Intermediate "A" or Recreation "B")
Registration Deadline: Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 or when pools are full. Early registration is helpful to guarantee your team a spot in the tournament!
Entry Fee: $30 (Paid Saturday morning prior to game play)
Captain's Meeting: 8:30 a.m. 8/10/24
Games Begin: 9:00 a.m. 8/10/24
34th Annual BBQ Rib Contest
Saturday, August 10th, 2024
Do you want a chance to show off your amazing BBQ skills? Sign up for the 34th Annual BBQ Rib Contest at the Belleville Community Picnic with 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 2024 winner! There is a 24 team limit, so sign up today! |
2024 Rib Contest Judges:
To Be Announced
People's Choice Award - YOU be the judge!
Edit: You missed your chance! The People's Choice judging panel is FULL! Maybe next year...
Mmmm... Ribs! Did you know YOU can be a judge for the People's Choice Award at the 2024 Rib Contest. For $25 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 the link below - but space is limited so sign-up today!
Mmmm... Ribs! Did you know YOU can be a judge for the People's Choice Award at the 2024 Rib Contest. For $25 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 the link below - but space is limited so sign-up today!
Madison County
Saturday, August 10th, 2024
Saturday, August 10th, 2024
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, 2024
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 $15.00 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! |
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
*Please note that our delivery drivers do NOT carry change, so checks made out to the Belleville Community Club or pre-ordering and prepaying for your dinners through our online ordering system is preferred! Simply communicate to Renee that you have pre-ordered the dinners you wish to have delivered to your home.
Ghosts in the Room
Sunday, August 11th, 2024
Ghosts in the Room will be rocking their Americmanliness of listenable and danceable tunes for an evening of unparalleled excitement, dancing and general zaniness. Join Maestro Doug, Johnny O, Doctot Bob and Dapper Dave with rockin RJ pounding out the rhythms! Don't miss this uptempo evening of quality rollicking rocking Americana (and head scratching hijinks.) Bring your friends and enjoy this not-to-be-missed show to close out #BCP2024!
Music starts at 7:30 pm Must be at least 21 years old to enter. Must provide valid I.D. |