Taylor County 2026 Calendar

Event Calendar

Monthly Meetings on the 2nd Monday of the month – 7:00 p.m. at the Frances Simek Library in Medford (unless noted otherwise);  June 8 (Medford City Park), July 13, August 10, September 14, October 12, November 9, and December 12/14

Executive Meetings on the last Monday of the month – 2:00 p.m. at the Frances Simek Library in Medford (unless noted otherwise): May 26, June 29, July 27, August 31, September 28, October 26, November 30, December 29

— June 13-14 State Democratic Convention, Monona Terrace, Madison WI

— June 14-16 Farm Tech Days – Stratford, WI

–July 23-26 – Taylor County Fair – Democratic Booth – (volunteers needed each day for Booth)

–Parades:  July 4th – Jump River; August 9 – Rib Lake Ice Age Days; October 25 – Medford Harvest Days

May Diversity and Inclusion Calendar 2026

May highlights Mental Health Awareness Month and includes observances recognizing cultural heritage, accessibility, and global solidarity.

May 5 – National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Raises awareness of violence against Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people.

May 16 – Veterans: Armed Forces Day
US observance on the third Saturday in May, honoring those currently serving in the military.

May 17 – LGBTQ+: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
Highlights violence and discrimination against LGBTQ+ people worldwide.

May 21 – Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Held on the third Thursday in May, focusing on digital access and inclusion.

May 27 – Islamic: Eid al-Adha*
A major Islamic festival commemorating Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son; in 2026, it is expected around this date (beginning the evening before), with exact observance varying by location and moon sighting.