Area Attractions

Now that summer is "offically" here, you're ready to just head out and have some fun. But where to begin?

Here is a great site with many attractions in and around Marshfield, Wisconsin Rapids and Stevens Point.  Everything from tours to shopping to bear to hiking, and much more. With so much to do near by, it's great for day trips or even an afternoon with the family. Pick your favorites and have a fun filled day.

Central Wisconsin Tourism Association - Attactions

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Giant Pumpkin Fest Time

If you like to see the biggest fruits and vegetables then you need to get to the Nekoosa Giant Pumpkin Fest.  Farmers and growers from across the Midwest will be there not only with pumpkins but squash and watermelons and more, looking to win and set new records with their extra large produce.

Plenty of family fun at the 14th annual running of this festival as well: flea market, farmers’ market, antique tractors, kids’ games, giant pumpkin drop, run/walk,  2nd annual bake-off, car show, music, food and more.  Be at the Nekoosa Business Park October 1st and 2nd and enjoy.

All the details and event times here nekoosagiantpumpkinfest.com/

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Get Out On Your ATV

Enjoying the crisp fall weather and the (soon to be) changing leaves on the back of an ATV is a great way to spend a day outdoors.

For maps of ATV trails in Wood County and across Wisconsin BuyWisconsinLand.com - ATV Trail Information

For rules and regulations on using ATVs in Wisconsin visit the DNR website All Terrain Vehicle Operation in Wisconsin

Betty Boop Festival

August 5th to the 8th Wisconsin Rapids celebrates native son Myron "Grim" Natwick and one of his greatest works of art, Betty Boop, with a grand event called fittingly the Betty Boop Festival!
All around town there will be many things to do and see: art exhibits, films, presentations, collectables, performances, even a motorcycle ride and a dance.

For more details and Official Festival Brochure visit www.bettyboopfestivalwi.com