Trick-or-Treat & Movie Night, Indigenous Peoples’ Day Awareness, Empty Bowls 2024 and more……
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Downtown Trick-or-Treat & Movie Night!
Get your costumes ready for a night of fun! Join us for Downtown Trick-or-Treat & Movie Night! 
Trick-or-Treat at participating downtown businesses from 3:30-5:30 PM, followed by a special outdoor showing of **Hotel Transylvania at 6:00 PM on the 400 Block. 
Stay tuned for a map of trick-or-treat spots, which will be posted closer to the event. You can also find a full list of participating businesses on our Facebook events page. Mark your calendars and get ready for a spooky, fun-filled evening! 
Read more here. Indigenous Peoples’ Day Awareness
October 14, 2024
Join us for a celebration of Indigenous culture, resilience, and resistance to the destruction of Mother Earth. * 1:45 PM: Indigenous Peoples’ Day Awareness Walk (0.4 miles) – Meet at Fulton Park (1009 N. 3rd St.) in downtown Wausau.
* 2:00 PM: Walk departs from Fulton Park for the “400 Block”
* 2:15 PM: As walkers enter “The 400 Block” in downtown Wausau, Indigenous drummers will play and sing a gathering song. This will be followed by speeches by Indigenous people and allies.
* 4:00 PM
This event will conclude with a community POTLUCK feast. Please bring your own plate, utensils, & cup (feast bundle) so that we can avoid using disposable products.. . … Click here for details.
Mania: The ABBA Tribute
October 11, 2024
The world’s number one touring ABBA tribute returns to The Grand for another stellar concert party. Featuring an extraordinary cast of musicians and performers, Mania: The ABBA Tribute delivers an authentic, unforgettable tribute to the legendary Swedish band. Stunning visuals, energetic choreography, and impeccable musicianship combine to recreate the magic of ABBA’s music in all its glory. From “Dancing Queen” to “Waterloo,” “Mamma Mia” to “Take a Chance on Me,” the band performs all of ABBA’s greatest hits with passion and precision, transporting you back to the joyful disco era of the 1970s.. See more Here!
Empty Bowls 2024
2. Purchase your food, bowl, and raffle tickets.
3. Explore the map and take a stroll past the raffle station
4. Pick out a bowl (or a few) for you and for gifts!
5. Fill your bowl. Choose from a diverse selection of local food vendors.
6. Enjoy a warm meal with your loved ones while you mull over how you’ll disperse your raffle tickets.
7. Bring a bowl to life at the Build-a-Bowl station.
8. Catch a live music or dance performance in the Community Room.
9. Drop your raffle tickets for a chance to win 10+ prizes generously donated by local businesses and community members.
10. Explore the warehouse, The Market, and The Babies’ Place. Hear from our team on how we’re fighting hunger at the root!
Swing Dance Night
”10/18” Swing Dance Night @Whitewater Music Hall.
7pm East Coast Swing Lesson, 8-10pm Social dancing to a variety of music, mostly swing with a little bit of Ballroom, Country, & Latin…$10/pp, no partner or experience required. All are welcome!
What’s New in the World Downtown!
Jimmy John’s
Jimmy John’s has sandwiches near you in Wausau! Order online or with the Jimmy John’s app for quick and easy ordering. Always made with fresh-baked bread, hand-sliced meats and fresh veggies, we bring Freaky Fresh® sandwiches right to you, plus your favorite sides and drinks! Order online now from your local Jimmy John’s at 2205 Stewart Ave for sandwich pickup or delivery* today! Check out Jimmy John’s in wausau in the 3rd Street Lifestyle Center for more information! Or call (715) 298-2000
