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 Imaginarium
The Children's Imaginarium - a whimsical place which inspires discovery and imagination all while providing educational and creative experiences through play - is located in the heart of Wausau's resurgent downtown. The professionally designed children's museum is filled with colorful, interactive exhibits. With something for everyone, the Children's Imaginarium is the perfect place for children of all abilities to learn, parents to engage, and families to connect.
Granite Peak
Catch the last weeks of the season! Make your winter weekends unforgettable with our special Weekend Package at Granite Peak. Stay 2 nights on a weekend (Jan 4 – Mar 31) or extend your stay to 3 nights on select weekends for even more time on the mountain! And, if you don't want to commit to a whole package, celebrate all things Wisconsin every Wednesday night from 5 pm to 9 pm at Wisconsin Wednesdays! Enjoy $22 Lift Tickets and $22 Rentals, along with weekly specials on Wisconsin Brewed Beer on Tap and Wisconsin Old Fashioned Cocktails.
Sawmill Adventure Park
Sawmill Adventure Park offers a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Our athletic and recreational facilities host a VR gaming arena, open trampoline jump time, toddler jump area, trampoline dodgeball, traverse climbing wall, ninja warrior course, aerial climbing, stunt jump, dunk pads, battle beams, and other trampoline-based activities, as well as a meticulously kept 18-hole outdoor mini golf course (open seasonally). Check out their Early Bird Saturday Special: $12 Jump Passes from 9 AM to 10 AM or Friday's 4 for $50!
Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum
The Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, in the heart of Wausau, Wisconsin, is North Central Wisconsin’s renowned cultural attraction, known for its internationally acclaimed Birds in Art exhibition each fall, diverse and ever-changing exhibitions year-round, sculpture garden, Art Park, dynamic programs for all, and a commitment to always-free admission that provides barrier-free access to the visual arts. Check out their Art Park, a space for children to explore their creativity!
WOW (Wausau on Water)
Take advantage of their weekday specials, such as Tuesday Half Off Arcade Games, Wednesday Family Nights, and Thursday Pitcher & Pie Deal with $12 laser tag!
Greenheck Turner Community Center
The community center is committed to family-friendly programming for the community alongside sports and athletics. Check out their Spring Break schedule on their website for fun activities.
Explore the Outdoors!
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Explore a new trail or path. Finding a new trail is like uncovering an unexpected treasure! Bring your pet along with you and create new memories together as you wander. You can find a whole list of hiking trails or biking trails on our website.
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Rib Mountain State Park is one of the oldest geological formations on earth, dating back to around 1.8 billion years ago! The top of the park offers spectacular views of the Wausau area and the Wisconsin River and is the perfect lookout point for the entire city.
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Dedicated to environmental education, The Monk Gardens is a free public garden that is beloved by families and visitors.
