Events & Things to Do This Winter

Don't allow winter to keep you indoors—embrace the chilly charm and snowy landscapes of Greater Wausau with your loved ones. This winter round-up is your ideal insider's guide to crafting family memories.

One-Time Winter Events:

Opening Day | Granite Peak Ski Area | November 22
- Hit the slopes for the first day of the season (weather dependent)
Small Business Saturday | Downtown Wausau | November 25
- Shop local, enjoy in-store events, and find the perfect gifts for the holidays
Wausau's Annual Holiday Parade | Downtown Wausau | December 1
- Find your holiday cheer at the annual holiday parade
An Old-Fashioned Christmas Festival | Willow Springs Garden | December 2-3
- All-day festivities, including Christmas crafts and sleigh rides to get you in the Holiday spirit.
Holiday Makers Market | Whitewater Music Hall | December 9
- Hand made items, live music, craft cocktails, holiday lights and good company awaits.
Family Festival #1: Holiday Spirit | Granite Peak Ski Area | December 15 – 17
- Kick off the holiday spirit with our first ever Holiday Themed Family
Winter Solstice Celebration | Monk Botanical Gardens | December 21
- Enjoy the shortest day of the year with a night hike, an activity to give back to nature, and traditional winter solstice candle & wreath activities.
Winter Weekend | Downtown Wausau | Jan 26 – 27
- A weekend filled with winter activities for the entire family!
Family Festival #2: Mardi Gras | Granite Peak Ski Area | February 9 – 11
- Celebrate Mardi Gras on the slopes
Winter Festival (Snowmobile Show & Dog Sled Race) | Willow Springs Garden | February 17
Family Festival #3 Saint Patrick’s Day | Granite Peak Ski Area | March 15 – 17
- The final family festival of the season is the weekend of Saint Patrick's Day with of course an Irish Theme.