Spring Break Ideas for the Family

Got a whole week or two off from school? We're here to help you plan out the best spring break for your family. Whether you want to make a trip out of it or just a few hours to kill, we hope to give you some ideas to make precious memories you'll cherish for years to come. The Children's…

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Women Owned-Businesses in the Wausau Area

To celebrate International Women's Day on March 8, we've compiled a list of women-owned businesses and organizations you can support & uplift right here in our community! Shopping & Retail: The Local A shop carefully curated with you in mind and carries an array of home, apparel, gifts, and more…

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Celebrating St. Patty's in the Wausau Area

Need to know where to celebrate St. Patty's Day this year? We've got you covered! 🍀 If you love music... This year, the Grand Theater has a few shows and events that celebrate Irish and Celtic culture! Whether it's a dinner date or a night with the family, you'll be sure to find a performance…

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Say Hello to New Businesses and Send Goodbyes to Beloved Ones

Our team at VisitWausau strives to support small businesses as they are the backbone of our community and economy. Here's a list of new businesses we are saying hello to, and a list of businesses we are giving our sincerest goodbyes to as they close their doors. Say Hello To... Whimsy and Wonder…

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The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Weekend

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to shower your significant other with affection, and this year the special date falls on a weekend. If you’re looking for some ideas to fill up your love-filled weekend, we’ve compiled a list of the best things you and your partner can do. Day Time Activities…

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Best Fish Fry Spots in the Wausau Area

One of the many great aspects of being in Wisconsin is that we get to enjoy a delicious fish fry every Friday! Fish Fry is a classic Wisconsin dish and is a huge part of our state's food culture. While other states may have fish fry available during Lent, which begins in February, Wisconsin…

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8 Winter Activities for Families in the Wausau Area

Jump to: Snow Tubing Children's Imaginarium Ice Skating WOW Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum Granite Peak Ski Area Fat Tire Biking Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing The Wausau area is a great place for families to visit, even in the winter! Go Snow Tubing at Sylvan Hill 📍 1329 Sylvan…

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Everything You Need for a Relaxing Getaway in Wausau

Planning a relaxing vacation or just need a personal day to treat yourself? We've compiled a list of all our favorite places to unwind and rejuvenate. Let's release the tension in our shoulders Northern Lights Sauana SALT Movement + Meditation Photo Credit: SALT Movement + Meditation Pamper…

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A Nerds Guide to Never Going Outside

Although Wausau may be Wisconsin's Basecamp, we totally get just wanting to stay inside some days, whether by yourself or with company. We've compiled a list of "nerdy" activities you can do indoors to help with those days when the outdoors is not calling to you. Benevolent Badger Board Game Cafe…

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