Wausau
Marathon County, Florida
The largest city in north-central Wisconsin, Wausau sits on the Wisconsin River and offers a vibrant downtown, performing arts, skiing at Rib Mountain, and a growing food scene. About 75 minutes south of Minocqua.
Northwoods Lineup tracks 10 upcoming events and 12 local businesses in Wausau , including 28 restaurants.
About Wausau
What is there to do in Wausau?
Wausau has 10 upcoming events and 12 local restaurants and businesses tracked by Northwoods Lineup. Highlights include The Grand Theater, 400 Block downtown events, Rib Mountain State Park. See the full lineup on this page or browse upcoming events below.
What kinds of places can I visit in Wausau?
The Wausau directory on Northwoods Lineup covers Restaurants, Bars, Parks, plus other local businesses. Browse by category using the chips below.
Is Wausau family-friendly?
Yes — we've identified 7 kid-friendly places in Wausau. Family-friendly events and venues are marked on their listings.
Where is Wausau, WI?
Wausau is in Marathon County, WI.
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2510 Restaurant
wausauRelaxed local landmark offering a huge American menu plus a deli & bakery with eats for carryout.
4 Father's Pub
wausauNeighborhood pub on Merrill Avenue opened by four friends (the "four fathers"), featuring pool tables, dart boards, TVs for watching sports, pizza, and live music.
6th Street Filling Station
wausauLocally owned breakfast and lunch cafe in a converted service station, known for scratch-made cooking including fresh-baked breads, cinnamon rolls, eggs Benedict, and potato pancakes. Open Tuesday through Sunday.
7 Brew Coffee
wausauDrive-thru coffee stand offering over 20,000 unique drink combinations including coffee beverages, infused energy drinks, Italian sodas, smoothies, teas, and milkshakes. Part of the national 7 Brew chain.
A & A Restaurant
wausauFamily-owned restaurant on Grand Avenue opened by siblings Albion and Albiona, serving breakfast all day along with wraps, pot roast, gyros, and other comfort food from 7 AM to 8 PM daily.
Aftershock Bar & Grill
wausauBar and grill on Lenard Street in Wausau with fish fry, burgers, pool, darts, bags, outdoor patio, and a banquet hall available for private events. Opens daily at 2 PM (noon on weekends).
Alexander Park
wausauA 2.4-acre neighborhood park near the Wausau Airport with an aviation theme, featuring a vintage AD Corsair II fighter jet, play control tower, playground with slides and zip line, basketball and pickleball courts, and picnic shelters.
Back When Cafe
wausauFarm-to-table American fare & signature martinis served in an urban-rustic space with high ceilings.
Belvedere Supper Club
wausauClassic Wisconsin supper club on Highway 97 near Marshfield, built in 1984 and known for steaks, seafood, pasta, homemade desserts, and Sunday brunch. The name "Belvedere" means "open view."
Big Bull Falls Blues Fest
wausauHome of the Big Bull Falls Blues Fest, Wisconsin's longest-running blues festival held each August at Fern Island Park, featuring top national and regional blues acts on a scenic riverside stage.
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