Hartford Guides

First-person stories from the owners, chefs and neighbours behind local places — plus editorial roundups from our team.

Real Hartford, Wisconsin weather by season: temperatures, snow, the best months to visit, and what's on through the year.

Where to go antiquing in downtown Hartford, WI: the vintage shops, what each is known for, and how to plan a Main Street browsing afternoon.

The annual events that fill Hartford, WI: Oktoberfest, the Christmas Parade, AutoFest, summer concerts, and more, season by season.

How to get to Hartford, WI, how far it is from Milwaukee and Madison, where to stay, and the best day trips nearby.

Inside the Wisconsin Automotive Museum in Hartford: the Kissel cars built here, the Gold Bug, what to see, and how to plan your visit.

Where to grab a drink in Hartford, WI: the pubs, sports bars, and supper-club bars locals actually go to, and what each is good for.

The best of the outdoors in Hartford, WI: hiking the Ice Age Trail at Pike Lake, city parks, the beach, and the aquatic center.

Where to eat in Hartford, WI: the pubs, meat markets, sushi, coffee, and sweet spots locals recommend, sorted by what you're after.

The best things to do in Hartford, WI: the auto museum, Pike Lake trails, downtown antiques, food, and events, from someone who knows the town.