1.  Rent Kayaks

Wausau Paddle offers swift and seamless delivery and pickup to any location of your choice in Marathon County! Kayaking is the perfect way to cool down on the water. For group sizes over 5 people, please get in touch with Wausau Paddle with at least a two-week notice. 

Dog Kayak River

 

2. Tour the Art 

Greater Wausau has a variety of murals and sculptures. Mainly located around downtown, mosey streets on the search for show stopping art pieces strategically placed on building sides and alleyways. Get your camera ready to remember these remarkable pieces later.  You'll be surprised at where you can find some of the murals in this area!

Wings Mural 2 version 2 Literary hidden mural

 

3. Catch a Ski Show

Enjoy an early Labor Day Ski Show from the Water Walkers on Thursday, August 28th at 6:00 p.m. on Lake Du Bay. You can expect to hear entertaining and toe-tapping music while skiers of all ages perform tricks on the water in dazzling costumes. Free popcorn will also be available! Schedule here

Water Walkers Pyramid on Lake Wausau

 

4. Labor Day Truck & Tractor Pull

Join Willow Springs Garden for the annual Labor Day Truck & Tractor Pull! It's going to be a powerful way to wrap up summer.

Tractor

Photo Credit: Willow Springs Garden

 

5. Grab a Bite (or two...or three)

Soak in the last bits of summer patio style! The Velveteen Plum offers Wausau's First rooftop bar and restaurant featuring a Latin flair. 

The lively patio at Sconni's Ale House & Eatery makes for the perfect outdoor dining atmosphere. Lounge seating, covered bar stools, or sunny high-tops can accommodate whatever you feel.  

WOW is the perfect patio for waterfront dining downtown. Surrounded by the Riverlife trail and park, it's ideal for the whole family.  

Get creamy rolled ice cream from Pho Zone along the river. Enjoy a cold treat as you stroll the riverwalk, or let the kids climb the playground equipment.  

Soak in a piece of history at the old iconic Milwaukee Road Train Station while sipping a perfectly crafted cocktail or ice cream drink at Timekeeper Distillery. 

Video Thumbnail - youtube - Timekeeper Distillery and Wausau's iconic train station

 

Don't forget to make your lodging reservations! How will you spend your Labor Day weekend?