Pride Fest , Concerts on the Square, Chalkfest and more……

Pride Fest , Concerts on the Square, Chalkfest and more……

by | May 15, 2024 | Events

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​Family Pride Fest – Wausau Pride

Dates: June 1, 2024

Wausau Pride comprises four events celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and their allies and fostering a sense of local pride. Wausau’s location in the state makes this an ideal event to pull attendees for the northern part of the state and have a large base of dedicated attendees who attend multiple pride events throughout the state during June. In addition, Wausau is one of the only communities hosting a pride event on the first weekend of June. ! Read more here. 

​ChalkFest

 

June 22 & 23, 2024 – Downtown Wausau

The ChalkFest event transforms The 400 Block sidewalks into a colorful display of drawings. Since 2004, this annual art festival has showcased artists of all ages and wowed art enthusiasts who observe the creation process and enjoy the finish art.. … Click here for details.

Concerts on the Square

 

JUNE 5 – HYDE
JUNE 12 – THE HUCKSTERS
JUNE 19 – BRAD EMANUEL BAND
JUNE 26 – DIG DEEP
JULY 3 – OPEN TAB
JULY 10 – RISING PHOENIX
JULY 17 – BRASS DIFFERENTIAL
JULY 24 – JOHNNY & THE MOTONES
JULY 31 – COPPER BOX
AUGUST 7 – MAMA GINGER
AUGUST 14 – CONCIOUS PILOT
AUGUST 21 – NO CONCERT ON THE SQUARE!
AUGUST 28 – HIP POCKET​ . … Go here for more information.

 

 

 

Join Wausau Events for the 31st year of Concerts on the Square! Each Wednesday, over 2,500 people gather to listen to live music, eat and drink with family/friends and enjoy the Wisconsin summer nights! This 12-week series offers a variety of music and each night is free of charge! Carry-ins are allowed with food trucks available onsite! For weather updates, stay tuned to our social media pages as our event may be moved or cancelled.

 

 

 

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Wausau Night Market Series


June 20, July 18, August 15 | 5-9pm

THIRD THURSDAYS ALL SUMMER

Join us on 3rd Street for a mix of local makers, farmers, live music, sidewalk dining, and extended hours from your fave businesses! Read more on the website!

 
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North America’s Premier Pink Floyd Tribute


May 31, 2024 7:30PM

roject Pink is North America’s premier Pink Floyd tribute band. Armed with a 20-foot projection screen, a virtual armada of lights, and world-class sound production, Project Pink faithfully recreates the complete Floyd experience – the sights, the sounds, the intangible vibe. Project Pink’s award-winning musicians pour out the most authentic performances of your favorite Floyd tunes from The Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, Wish You Were Here, Meddle, and more! Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Floyd, or a first-time freak, take your senses on a journey with the mind-blowing experience that is Project Pink.

Read more on the website! 

 

What’s New in the World Downtown!

Tanya’s Bridal

Designer Bridal Discounts established 2008 offers brand-name designer sample gowns and bridal accessories at deeply discounted prices. Choose from all the top-name brands. Their gowns are bridal salon sample gowns from bridal salons across the country. Designer Bridal’s mission is to bring the budget-conscious bride access to superior-quality wedding gowns at affordable prices. Click here for more info, or call 715-216-1128.

 

 

 
 
2024 Downtown Summit, 50th Annual Children’s Festival, Wausau West Pop Concert and more…

2024 Downtown Summit, 50th Annual Children’s Festival, Wausau West Pop Concert and more…

by | May 1, 2024 | Events

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2024 Downtown Summit: Evolve Downtown

Dates: May 20 · 10:30am – May 21 · 5pm CDT

Jefferson Street Inn, Wausau, WI. Wisconsin Downtown Action Council (WDAC) invites all those interested in the success of Wisconsin’s downtowns to attend the 2024 Downtown Summit Evolve Downtown on May 20th and 21st in Wausau’s beautiful River District. The Summit will begin on Monday with registration at 10:30 a.m. at the River City Church, 613 N. 5th Street, Wausau. After several presentations, lunch, and tours, the evening reception will be hosted at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, 700 N 12th St, Wausau. ! Read more here. 

Social Hour Wausau

 

Wednesday May 8, 2024

Open to all adults and we really mean that! It would be great to see a mixed and diverse group. The group meets in the MCPL Wausau Community Room, with sessions at 1pm and 6:30pm, no registration required. Call 715-261-7230 for more information. … Click here for details.

Master Gardener Plant Sale 2024

 

May 18, 2024 7:00AM

There will be a variety of plants that include perennials, annuals, hostas, vegetables, tomatoes, natives and seedlings. .. … Contact for more information.

 

 

 

 

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50th Annual Children’s Festival


May 11, 2024 10am

This event brings community members together to embrace everything kids! We will have arts and crafts, bouncy houses, fire trucks, therapy dogs, magic shows, live music, face painting, petting zoo, and performances by local kids groups. This year’s theme is “Splish Splash its and Underwater Bash”. Bring cash for food trucks. This is a free event hosted by the Marathon Park, Recreation, and Forestry Department. Read more on the website!

 
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Wausau West Pop Concert


May 13,2024 – 7:30-9pm

Tickets start at $18.
Wausau West Pop Concert brings its 51st annual vocal extravaganza to The Grand Theater! Join us for an evening of great music made by excellent young musicians, from the classic hits you know to new, up-and-coming tunes!

Read more on the website! 

 

What’s New in the World Downtown!

Magnolia Soaps and Bath Co.

Magnolia Soap and Bath Co was born out of my desire to find plant-based soap products for my daughter’s sensitive skin in 2016. My journey led me to discover that most soaps are closer to detergents than traditional soap, and they often cause dryness and skin irritation. At Magnolia Soap, we believe beauty doesn’t have to come at the expense of your health. We use only domestically sourced, naturally grown ingredients in every recipe to give you the best experience. We’re proud to have over 37 stores, with new ones opening every month. Each store is family-owned and operated, and we offer franchise opportunities. Say goodbye to harsh chemicals and hello to plant-based beauty with Magnolia Soap and Bath Co!. For more information, please call 715-298-1604. Visit them on Facebook 

 

 

 
 
Dinosaur Adventure, Space Oddity, Katyoke and More….

Dinosaur Adventure, Space Oddity, Katyoke and More….

by | Apr 17, 2024 | Events

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Dinosaur Adventure Wausau

 

Dates: April 27 9am – April 28 7pm

Experience the thrill of the prehistoric age featuring life-sized dinosaurs and massive family fun!🦖 As part of the Dinosaur Adventure, children of all ages will enjoy a variety of activities: fossil crafting, Jurassic scooters, themed obstacle courses, riding their favorite dinosaur, and more!🦖 Read more here. 

Melodies and Molecules: Exploring Music with STEM for Kids

 

April 27, 2024

Class size is limited to 20 children. All children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Cost: Members are FREE, Non-members are $5.00/child with the purchase of a daily admission on April 27, 2024.. … Click here for details.

Space Oddity- The Ultimate David Bowie Tribute

 

April 26, 2024 7:30PM

David Brighton’s Space Oddity- The Ultimate David Bowie experience.
Click here to see the band live! . … Contact for more information.

 

 

 

 

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Visual Poetry Workshop


April 27, 2024

Free Visual Poetry Workshop
10 am – 12 pm at the CVA
Extended Gallery Hours 10 am – 4 pm
Join us in celebrating National Poetry Month with a free art project great for all ages. Enjoy extended gallery hours; 10 am – 4 pm. Learn the basics of blackout poetry, ekphrastic poetry, and more with Wausau’s Poet Laureate. Visual Poetry is an easy way to make art and poetry together! No experience is necessary, and all supplies are provided.
Drop in – no registration needed! Read more on the website!

 
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Katyoke: 1 Hit Wonders Edition


April 25, 2024

8pm

130 N. 1st Street, Wausau, WI

 Read more on the website! 
 

What’s New in the World Downtown!

Shift Yoga

Kirsten has completed 500+ hours of yoga training, specializing in power vinyasa yoga. Her most influential teachers include Deborah Williamson, Baron Baptiste, and Bryan Kest. Kirsten has additional training in yoga for athletes with Sage Rountree, yoga for trauma and resiliency with Veterans Yoga Project, and yoga for eating disorder recovery with Eat, Breathe, Thrive. Shift Yoga is a yoga & nutrition collective located in the heart of downtown Wausau that’s passionate about helping you feel empowered to take charge of your life. Check out SHIFT Yoga Studio – Wausau in the 3rd Street Lifestyle Center for more information!  Or call (715) 218-5240

 

 

 
 
Anya Kloth Creations, ​The Cher Show, Earth Day Extravaganza and More ..

Anya Kloth Creations, ​The Cher Show, Earth Day Extravaganza and More ..

by | Apr 3, 2024 | Events

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​Social Hour (1pm & 6:30pm) | Wausau

Dates:4/10/2024, 5/8/2024

A library encouraging people to talk? Yes, and the public is invited! Stop by in the afternoon or evening on the second Wednesday of the month to chat with others during our social hour! Read more here. 

​SPARK! for People with Memory Loss

 

April 11, 2024

Adults with early-to-mid-stage memory loss and their care partners gather for interactive, guided experiences in Portfolios followed by hands-on art making inspired by observations and conversations. Register online at lywam.org/learn-do/program-registration or call 715.845.7010. … Click here for details.

​The Cher Show

 

April 13, 2024 7:30PM

Superstars come and go. Cher is forever. For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture – breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries and letting nothing and no one stand in her way.

The Grand brings the Wisconsin premiere of this Tony Award-winning musical of her story, packed with so much Cher that it takes three women to play her: the kid starting out, the glam pop star, and the icon. The Cher Show is 35 smash hits, six decades of stardom, two rock-star husbands, a Grammy, an Oscar, an Emmy, and enough Tony Award-winning Bob Mackie gowns to cause a sequin shortage in New York City, all in one unabashedly fabulous new musical that will have you dancing in your seat! . … Contact for more information.

 

 

 

 

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Spring-in Swing Dance Night @Whitewater Music Hall


April 20, 2024

A fun evening with Swing Dance Lesson and Social Dancing. We’ll start a beginner friendly West Coast Swing Lesson at 7pm, followed by social dancing to a variety of music for social dance. East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Hustle, with sprinkles of Ballroom, Country…
All are welcome! No dance experience or partner is required! Read more on the website!

 
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Earth Day Extravaganza


April 21 at 9 am

Celebrate Earth Day at the Gardens with family and friends! Do a family craft, complete a spring scavenger hunt and volunteer some time giving back to the Earth. $30 per family/group of up to 6, 20% discount for members. Become a member here. Registration required. Register here: https://www.hisawyer.com/monk-botanical-gardens/schedules/activity-set/563352 Deadline to register is Thursday, April 18. Dress for the weather; this event will be completely outdoors. Meet at the potager. Read more on the website! 
 

What’s New in the World Downtown!

​Anya Kloth Creations

Anya Kloth is a professional tailor and designer with over 20 years of experience in the industry. As a mother of four and a passionate creator, she brings her love for people and her eye for beauty to her custom tailoring and alterations services. With a team of skilled seamstresses by her side, Anya turns your fashion vision into a reality, whether it be a bespoke garment or a simple alteration. Let Anya and her team bring the magic of art, skill, and friendship to your wardrobe with their personalized, high-quality services. Check out Anya Kloth Creations in the 3rd Street Lifestyle Center for more information!  Or call  +1 715-566-4224 

 

 

 
 
Anya Kloth Creations, ​The Cher Show, Earth Day Extravaganza and More ..

Beach Party, Trailblazing Women of Country, The Chocolate Cafe and More ..

by | Mar 20, 2024 | Events

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Beach Party! | Wausau

3/28/2024, 3/29/2024, 3/30/2024

It may be March, but it will feel like summer at MCPL Wausau! Families can join us for beach-themed activities and crafts at this spring break event.
Build with kinetic sand, explore the Phyllis Donner Aquarium with a scavenger hunt, and more! Free and open to kids and their families, and the activities are best for school-aged children. Stop by our Children’s Department anytime after 11am on Thursday, March 28, or anytime the library is open on Friday the 29th and Saturday the 30th. Call 715-261-7220 for more information. Read more here. 

Trailblazing Women of Country

 

Thu Apr 04 2024 at 07:30 pm

Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton revolutionized country music and blazed a trail for future generations of female artists. With their chart-topping hits and record-breaking sales, they wove threads of contemporary womanhood throughout the tapestry of country music, resulting in unprecedented commercial success and earning each a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame…. Click here for details.

Drawing Basics: Four-Part Workshop Series

 

Tue Apr 02 2024 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm

Take this introductory course taught by Museum staff members Rachel Hausmann-Schall and Dave Jones to sharpen your drawing skills. Learn important concepts over this four-part class that will create a strong foundation of drawing techniques beneficial for any artistic practice. Each two-hour session will focus on a different theme, which will lay the groundwork for a final five-hour drawing class where you’ll have the opportunity to test your skills and create a large-scale observational drawing inspired by objects from the Museum’s collection. No previous drawing experience necessary; perfect for teens, adults, or beginners. … Contact for more information.

 

 

 

 

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Metal At The Mish w/ Purging Paradise, As Bullets Baptize, All Out Mutiny, & Egödeath


Sat Mar 30 2024 at 09:00 pm

Get ready for another night of heavy metal music in downtown Wausau! 🤘
Music starts at 9:00 p.m.
21+ No Cover!

Featuring:
As Bullets Baptize (Minoqua)
Purging Paradise (Wausau)
Egödeath (Madison)
All Out Mutiny (Wausau). Read more on the website!

 
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Crazy Plant Lady Class


Tue Apr 09 2024 at 06:00 pm
Welcome to Crazy Plant Lady Night at Clay Corner Studio! Join the fun as we make a planter out of clay and learn about succulents. Our clay teacher will teach you how to make a planter that suits your needs and give you some great ideas on how to decorate it. Karen from Sassy Succulents will be here with a wide selection of succulents and will help you choose the perfect plant, teach you how to properly plant it and how to care for it. This event will include all the materials you’ll need, including clay, tools to shape and assemble your pot, and colorful glazes for your finished product. No experience necessary!  Read more on the website!  
 

What’s New in the World Downtown!

 

The Chocolate Café

​ Paul and Kristin Zaal are the Owners of “Chocolate Creations,” “The Chocolate Shop,” and “The Chocolate Café.” They have been selling premium chocolates for over 25 years. The goal is to offer delicious gourmet chocolates that taste heavenly. Check out The Chocolate Café in the 3rd Street Lifestyle Center for more information!  Or call (715) 298-1164