As the sun beams its golden rays across our area landscape, it's time to dive into the joyous whirlwind of summertime festivities. Imagine golden hour on the 400 Block while the kids dance to live music, pick farm-fresh flowers and vegetables as you mosey the farmers market, or savor delectable treats from food trucks while browsing artisanal crafts at arts festivals and night markets. Immerse yourself in the nearby nature on a hike through a National Park Trail, paddle on a scenic waterway, or bike single-track trails.
Whether you're a local seeking a new thrill or a traveler seeking the perfect family getaway, our summer event round-up promises endless excitement for everyone!
What to look forward to:
One-Time Events:
Armed Forces Day | Wausau Airport | May 17
Ironbull Rib Mountain Adventure Challenge | TBA | May 24
Wausau Pride | Downtown Wausau | June 7
World Culture's Day | Downtown Wausau | June 14
Ironbull Solstice Summit | Rib Mountain | June 14
Juneteenth | Downtown Wausau | June 19
Wings Over Wausau | Wausau Airport | June 27 - 28
Chalkfest | 400 Block | June 28 - 29
4th of July Celebrations | Various locations | July 4
Taste N Glow | Stettin | July 11 - 12
Booze & Botany | Monk Gardens | TBA
Wausau 24 | Marathon County | July 25 – 27
Wisconsin Valley Fair | Marathon Park | July 29 – Aug 3
Ironbull Underdown Trail Race | Merrill, WI | August 16
Wausau Marathon | Marathon Park | August 17
Big Bull Falls Blues Fest | Big Fern Island | August 15 - 16
Festival of the Arts | Multiple Locations | Sept 6 - 7
On Going Events:
Pizza on the Farm | Stoney Acres | Fridays and Saturdays April - November
Wausau Woodchucks Season Starts | Athletic Park | May 26 (see website for full schedule)
Pizza on the Patio | Willow Springs Garden | May 14 and following Wednesdays through August
Ironbull Essential Gravel Bike Ride | Various Locations | May 30 - June 15
Water Walkers Ski Shows Start | Lake Wausau and Dubay | June 4 (see website for full schedule)
Concerts on the Square | 400 Block | June 4 and following Wednesdays through August
Wausau Night Markets | Downtown Wausau | June 19, July 17, & August 21
And when you are out and about, you can share your summer adventures with us socially using #VisitWausau.
