It's the world's largest paddlesports expo, according to host Rutabaga, with dozens of demonstrations, workshops and presentations plus discounts on boats and gear. Bike-O-Rama, with discounts on bicycles and gear, is next door. At Alliant Energy Center.

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The National Eagle Center is sponsoring narrated paddlewheeler cruises, live-bird programs, presentations and storytelling.

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The big parade starts at noon, starting at Third and Wisconsin downtown and followed by music, dancing and pipes and drums at the Irish Cultural and Heritage Center.

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This free festival at the Hjemkomst Center includes two entertainment stages, heritage programs, arts and crafts, interactive booths and Celtic food and treats.

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Tour the sugarbush, learn how to tap trees and boil sap and eat a pancake breakfast with real maple syrup.

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