Follow this three-day itinerary to start planning your Marshfield winter getaway today.

Day 1

Arrive in Marshfield and check into your hotel. You’ll find welcoming lodging properties throughout the city, which is a perfect place to set up a home base for your adventures in Wood County, Marathon County, and central Wisconsin. In addition to well-appointed rooms, Marshfield’s hotels and motels offer outstanding amenities like indoor pools and on-site restaurants.

See a full listing of hotels and motels here.

Put your bags away and head out to grab a bite to eat. If you’re staying at Hotel Marshfield or Woodfield Inn & Suites and don’t feel like heading far, you’ll find great restaurants right on the property (Libby McNeill’s Food and Drink and Lumberyard Bar & Grill, respectively). Otherwise, head out into downtown Marshfield to discover delicious food from a wide variety of cuisines, from American (Nutz Deep II) to Asian (Royal Tokyo) to Mexican (Casa Amigos Mexican Restaurant 2).

See more Marshfield, Wood County, and Marathon County restaurants here.

Day 2

Start your day with breakfast at The Kitchen Table, which dishes up homemade delights like omelets and buttermilk pancakes. (They also serve lunch starting at 11am if you get a late start on the day.)

Spend the afternoon exploring downtown Marshfield’s shops and stores—you’ll find everything from bookstores to music shops to antique stores as you stroll through the city’s historic downtown district. You’ll also find fun places to stop in the downtown attractions district where you can go axe throwing or try your luck at an escape room.

If you’re interested in history, check out interesting attractions like Upham Mansion or the Chestnut Center for the Arts, which is housed in a former church. Also, keep your eyes peeled for the unique sculptures that are part of the Downtown Jurustic Trail.

Next, get the full Wisconsin supper club experience by visiting Belvedere Supper Club on State Highway 97 just outside of downtown or Buck-a-Neer Supper Club in Rozellville, a 10-minute drive from Marshfield. Enjoy classic cocktails and supper club favorites like prime rib or fish fry (if it’s Friday).

Day 3

Grab a cup of coffee at The Daily Grind or Uptown Coffee Company to start your last day in town off right (and don’t forget to order a pastry while you’re at it).

If you’re up for an outdoor adventure, head to Powers Bluff County Park, which is home to a tubing hill, downhill skiing and snowboarding routes, and trails that are open to cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and fat-tire biking. It’s located in Arpin in Wood County, about 20 minutes from Marshfield.

Looking for a calmer experience? Head to Wildwood Park & Zoo, which is open year-round and is home to a wide variety of North American animals, including cougars, bison, elk, and more. Plus, the park is home to several miles of popular trails that are an easy, scenic hike in the winter.

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Exciting winter events

All winter long, Marshfield (and the rest of Wood County and Marathon County) are home to a full calendar of fun events, from holiday craft shows to concerts. One of the area’s signature events is Rotary Winter Wonderland, which runs from the Friday after Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve and dazzles visitors to Wildwood Park with a stunning display of more than a million LED lights, as well as special events like visits from Santa and live music from local artists.

• See Marshfield’s event calendar

Delicious dining

Marshfield is home to delectable dishes across a wide variety of restaurants, from cafes and coffee shops to brewpubs and pizzerias. Diners will find great options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including several local spots that annually take top honors in the Best of Marshfield survey.

• Grab a bite at these best of Marshfield restaurants
• Find the best restaurants for every meal in Marshfield
• Coffee hotspots in Marshfield

Outdoor fun

Want to get outside and play in the snow? Marshfield offers plenty of places for outdoor adventures, including Wildwood Park, which is home to several miles of nature trails open to hikers, snowshoers, and fat-tire bikers. Another popular winter sports destination is Powers Bluff County Park, a park operated by Wood County that’s located 14 miles southeast of Marshfield and home to three downhill skiing and snowboarding runs and four tube runs, as well as cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails.

• Where to find fun winter recreation in Marshfield

Holiday shopping hotspots

Make your list and check it twice—you’re sure to find great holiday gifts for everyone when you head to Marshfield this winter. Marshfield’s retailers offer everything from home décor and antiques to specialty foods and hard-to-find books.

• Your Marshfield holiday shopping guide
• Shop downtown for great gifts

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Outdoor recreation

Fall is a great time to explore Marshfield’s parks and trails. The area is home to abundant options for walking, hiking, and biking—plus, it’s a great way to take in central Wisconsin’s stunning fall scenery. Walkers can find paved routes at Griese Park and Wildwood Park and along the Greenway Trail and the Veterans Parkway Trail. 

Visitors looking for trails that are a little wilder can take a short drive to visit places like North Wood County Park, Powers Bluff County Park, the George W. Mead Wildlife Area, and the McMillian Marsh Wildlife Area.

Learn more about parks, trails, and natural areas in Marshfield here.

Fall on the Farm at Seehafer Farm Creamery

Those looking to discover an ideal fall experience should visit Seehafer Farm Creamery, located on Highway 97 just 2 miles north of Marshfield. The annual Fall on the Farm celebration—held every Saturday and Sunday through the end of October—features a little bit of everything, including horse-drawn wagon rides, a corn maze, and a petting zoo. Admission is required for wagon rides and the corn maze, but the petting zoo is free. Follow Seehafer Farm Creamery on Facebook to learn more.

Farmers Markets

Enjoy the bounty of the season at downtown Marshfield’s two weekly farmers’ markets. Pick up fresh produce, bakery items, jams, jellies, cheeses, and much more at the Main Street Marshfield Farmers’ Market, which runs from 8am to 1pm on Tuesdays in the parking lot of Pick ’n Save, 641 S. Central Ave., and the Festival Foods Farmers’ Market, held from 7am to noon on Saturdays and Sundays at Festival Foods, 1613 N. Central Ave.

Looking for more specialty foods? Don’t miss the wide selection at Weber’s Farm Store—and get a picture on the tractor at the playground next door—or visit Nasonville Dairy in nearby Nasonville.

Clark County Harvest Moon Tour

Clark County, which sits directly west of Marathon and Wood counties (where Marshfield is located) highlights agricultural attractions throughout the region, including pumpkin patches, roadside produce stands, orchards, and more with their annual Harvest Moon Tour. This self-guided tour also touts Clark County’s specialty food retailers—including meat markets, cheese shops, and wineries—and encourages travelers to visit the area’s welcoming communities.

Learn more about the Harvest Moon Tour and see participating businesses here or visit clarkcountywi.org. 

Find more fall events in Marshfield, Wood County, and Marathon County here.

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Attractions

Spring is the perfect time to get out and explore some of Marshfield’s iconic attractions, whether you’re walking through a folk art wonderland at Jurustic Park (or on the Downtown Jurustic Trail) or marveling at amazing animals at Wildwood Park & Zoo. You can also find art galleries, historic tours, and much more as you explore Marshfield and the surrounding area.

• Meet Marshfield Made New: Take a video tour of some of Marshfield’s top attractions
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Find more Marshfield attractions here.

Events

Marshfield’s event calendar is filled with fun events all throughout the year, but things really start to ramp up as spring heads into summer. Dairyfest—one of the area’s signature events—celebrates central Wisconsin’s dairy history in late May ever year with a weekend full of fun activities, including the mayor’s breakfast, a parade, kids’ activities, and a craft show.

Find more spring events in Marshfield, Wood County, and Marathon County in central Wisconsin here.

Dining & sweet treats

Bring your appetite to Marshfield this spring—you’ll find delicious dishes from across the globe as well as plenty of places to tempt your sweet tooth. You’ll find everything from cheese stores and ice cream shops (Hub City Ice cream has locations downtown and on the city’s south side) to brew pubs and cozy breakfast spots.

• Grab a bite at these Best of Marshfield restaurants
• A foodie’s guide to Marshfield

Discover more dining options in Marshfield here.

Shopping

Take a stroll through Marshfield’s historic downtown district and you’ll find lots of unique shops, including antique stores, record stores, and bookstores.

• Your guide to shopping in downtown Marshfield
• Visit these Best of Marshfield winners

See more shopping options in Marshfield here.

Places to stay

After a day of adventures in Marshfield and central Wisconsin, you’ll need a welcoming spot to relax and recover. You’re in luck—Marshfield’s hotels and motels offer a bevy of amenities, from indoor swimming pools (AmericInn, Baymont Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites, Holiday Inn & Conference Center) to onsite restaurants (Hotel Marshfield, Woodfield Inn & Suites).

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Music, books & more

Downtown Marshfield is home to some intriguing shops if you’re a fan of the literary or musical arts. Dave’s Guitar Shop recently opened a new location downtown—in addition to existing stores in La Crosse, Madison, and Milwaukee—and has a massive selection of more than 2,500 guitars for sale, as well as amps and other accessories from top-name brands like Fender, Gibson, Rickenbacker, and Peavy. Thimbleberry Books offers a wide selection of books (including hard-to-find works) in a cozy setting—find your next read and stay a while in front of the fireplace in one of their cozy chairs.

Food

It’s easy to find a great meal in downtown Marshfield, but it’s also home to some outstanding specialty food shops and retailers. Located less than a mile from Central Avenue, Weber’s Farm Store has a wide selection of locally sourced meats and dairy products (with a convenient drive-up window for easy access). Treat your sweet tooth with one of the homemade desserts—cakes, gourmet cupcakes, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and much more—at 2½ Cups Cupcakery and Bakeshop.

Antiques & home goods

Kailey’s Kandles & Company not only sells candles but also handmade home décor to spruce up any living space. Antiques hunters can spend the day browsing the eclectic selection at Silent Crow Antiques, which has a wide selection of home goods, furniture, and more. Back Porch Boutique sells home décor, apparel, and antiques.

See more Marshfield shopping options here and start planning your next getaway to central Wisconsin today.

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The Details – What, When, Where & How Much

Maple Fall Fest is one of Marshfield’s signature annual events, featuring an arts & crafts show with 150+ vendors, a wide array of maple syrup products, Amish specialties, kids’ activities, live entertainment, appearances by “Grillin’ Buddies” Mad Dog & Merrill, and much more.

This year’s Maple Fall Fest—the 32^nd annual celebration—returns to Wildwood Park & Zoo, 1800 S. Roddis Ave., on September 14-15, 2024.

Admission to the festival is free, but there is a charge for the pancake breakfast on Saturday and Sunday.

The Schedule

Maple Fall Fest offers two days of entertainment across the grounds of Wildwood Park & Zoo. Here is this year’s schedule:

Saturday, September 14

• 7am-noon: Pancake breakfast (regular and potato pancakes available) featuring Hewitt’s maple sausage; $10 adults, $5 ages 6 and under
• 9am-4pm: Family Activities including Grey Dog Axe Throwing and Kids’ Zone with Inflatables, Arts & Crafts by Discovery Education Station & Chestnut Center for the Arts
• 9am-5pm: Maple Fall Fest arts & craft show featuring 150+ vendors; Amish specialties; Maple Village; maple syrup products; food court & beer garden
• 10am: Performance by Main Street Conservatory of Dance: Jazz Dance Company and Ballet company
• 11:30am: Mad Dog & Merril – “Grillin’ Buddies”
• 1pm: Performance & dance lessons by the Country Style Dancers
• 2:30pm: Marshfield Area Actors Performance

Sunday, September 15

• 7am-noon: Pancake breakfast (regular and potato pancakes available) featuring Hewitt’s maple sausage; $10 adults, $5 ages 6 and under
• 10am-4pm: Family Activities including Grey Dog Axe Throwing and Kids’ Zone with Inflatables, Arts & Crafts by Discovery Education Station & Chestnut Center for the Arts
• 10am-4pm: Maple Fall Fest arts & craft show featuring 150+ vendors; Amish specialties; Maple Village; maple syrup products; food court & beer garden
• 11:30am: Mad Dog & Merril – “Grillin’ Buddies”
• 2:30pm: Marshfield Monarch butterfly release on Main Stage

Learn more about this year’s Maple Fall Fest here.

More About Marshfield

Marshfield is a popular getaway destination in central Wisconsin all year round, home to interesting attractions like Wildwood Park & Zoo, Jurustic Park, Upham Mansion, and the World’s Largest Round Barn.

A wide range of hotels & motels welcome visitors, offering amenities for business travelers, families, and other groups.

Looking for unique opportunities for dining and shopping? You’ll find them throughout Marshfield, including in the city’s historic downtown district.

Find more upcoming events in Marshfield, Wood County, and Marathon County in central Wisconsin here.

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Kick-off your day with some fresh air on Marshfield’s trails—snowshoeing, fat tire biking, and cross-country skiing. Any day of the week, hit up the local trails for snowshoeing and fat tire biking (we recommend the Ecology Trail at Wildwood Zoo, where you can also visit Kodiak Bears Munsey & Boda). Want more trail options? Click here for the City Trails Map.

2. Cozy Up with a Cup of Coffee

Sip a perfectly crafted latte and have a delectable pastry at Uptown Coffee Company or The Daily Grind. You’ll find warm, friendly service as you come in from the cold to taste seasonal flavors. Uptown has a modern interior and also sells a variety of quirky Wisconsin merch for sale that make great gifts for far-flung relatives. At The Daily Grind, you’ll feel like right at home; with its rustic décor and good-as-grandma’s, hearty soup, and delicious lunch menu, you’ll want to come in and stay awhile.

3. Shop Downtown

Find a unique array of gifts for your friends and family in the downtown. Décor devotees will enjoy Endless Designs, book nerds will love the classic, cozy charm of Thimbleberry Books. Families can also spend quality time learning and crafting with their kids at Discovery Education Station, offering a variety of fun and scientific classes. Don’t forget to browse their Locavore Market which sells local produce (aquaponic lettuce, microgreens, sipping vinegar, coffee) and hand-crafted gifts (goat milk soaps, beeswax wraps, seasonal decorations, jewelry, art).

4. Hit Up Powers Bluff – Fun for the Whole Family!

On a weekend afternoon, head to nearby Powers Bluff County Park, a winter playground for all ages. Here you can enjoy downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hiking, fat tire biking, and snow tubing. After your snowy adventures, thaw out in the Stone Shelter warming house building.

Did You Know?

• Powers Bluff boasts the highest point of elevation in Wood County
• Powers Bluff has over 3.5 miles of groomed multi-use trail open for skiing, snowshoeing and fat tire biking. In addition, there are 3.5 miles of dedicated snowshoe trails. Check out the Winter Trail Map for more information. A trail pass is required to use these trails and can be purchased at the CTH N trailhead any day of the week, and on the weekends in the shelter from the concessionaire.
• 70 acres of the park is a designated State Natural Area that features a 1.5-mile nature trail. The south 80 acres of the park is listed on the National Register of Historic places as a Native American Cultural Sensitivity Area with preserved Native American dance rings, and burial grounds.
• Full information on Powers Bluff including hours and pass rates can be found here.

5. Refuel with Downtown Eats – Spicy & Savory

Spice it up at lunch at MoJo’s Pasta House & Cajun Cookshack for comfort food that’s fast casual and filling – like their Pasta Jambalya or Shrimp Po’boy. If you crave burgers, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Nutz Deep II, winner of Best Burger (Best of Marshfield poll) for several years running. Or if you are feeling like a fiesta, why not try the newest Mexican food option, Casa Amigos, where you’ll find a new variety of takes on traditional south of the border staples plus well as exciting new flavors.

Planning an overnight trip to Marshfield? Discover great places to launch your central Wisconsin winter adventure in Wood County and Marathon County here.

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For readers, music fans & gamers

If you’ve got a book lover on your holiday shopping list, you’re in luck—step inside the cozy confines of Thimbleberry Books to find an amazing selection of high-quality and hard-to-find books from any genre.

Dave’s Guitar Shop has more than 2,500 guitars for sale, as well as speakers, amps, keyboards, and drums.

Get your game on at Oddities, Manga & Games, a family-owned store in downtown Marshfield that sells a little bit of everything, including board games, manga, Pokémon cards, graphic novels, and even video games.

Foodie finds

Looking for a gift the food lover on your list? The Marshfield area is home to several specialty food stores that fit the bill.

Weber’s Farm Store is home find fabulous, locally sourced products like cheese, eggnog, snacks, and more. Seehafer Farm Creamery carries a wide range of Wisconsin cheeses, honey, jams, candy, and maple syrup. Nasonville Dairy—located right outside Marshfield—has been producing milk and cheese in central Wisconsin for more than 125 years and offers great specialty cheeses and other treats.

Spruce up your home

Help your friends and family spruce up their living space with a gift from Off the Wall Custom Framing & Art or Kailey’s Kandles & Company. Silent Crow Antiques offers an impressive collection of home goods, furniture, and more, and Back Porch sells home décor, apparel, and antiques.

See more shopping options in Marshfield and central Wisconsin here.

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To reach more participants and help showcase more great things in the Marshfield area to a larger audience, we have partnered once more with the Hub City Times for survey publication. Their professional dedication has ensured year-over-year growth in participation, which is amazing to see! We thank them for being a great voice for local news and events in Marshfield. Ballots for voting will be a featured insert in the April 30th issue of the Marshfield Hub City Times and online at hubcitytimes.com. Ballots can also be mailed to or dropped off at Marshfield Hub City Times.

Thank you,
Matt McLean – Executive Director, Visit Marshfield

WHEN AND HOW TO VOTE

Click image below to vote online!

ONLINE: Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 to Tuesday, May 6th (online voting ends at midnight).

PRINTED BALLOT:
Look for the expanded Best of Marshfield ballot in the Marshfield Hub City Times print publication on May 1st. The complete survey will be online at hubcitytimes.com and visitmarshfield.com also starting May 1st. Results will be announced in the Hub City Times print publication on June 19th. We encourage you to join us in the fun of recognizing the very Best of Marshfield!

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Learn more about the Best of Marshfield Area winners here.

Food & Drink

Nutz Deep II has been welcoming Marshfield locals and visitors alike with great food, drinks, and atmosphere for years, and it’s consistently a favorite among Best of Marshfield voters, too. In the latest poll, the bar & grill on Central Avenue in downtown Marshfield took home awards for Best Bar Food, Best Burger, Best Fish Fry, and Best Bartender/Server.

Breakfast fans shouldn’t miss the spread at Melody Gardens Restaurant, which took the top spot in the Breakfast category. Melody Gardens opens at 6am every day, and they serve breakfast all day—diners can choose from omelets, breakfast sandwiches, waffles, pancakes, and more.

MoJo’s Pasta House & Cajun Cook Shack was named best Lunch spot—this downtown eatery makes all its meals fresh from scratch, including their own homemade pasta. Here you’ll find Cajun food, pasta dishes, and many other unique offerings.

Enjoy authentic Mexican food at El Mezcal on Central Avenue just northeast of downtown Marshfield. El Mezcal, which took first place in the Ethnic Food category, serves up classic Mexican dishes, unique takes on old favorites and more.

Looking for a place to take the family? Head to Buck-A-Neer Supper Club, which was the fans’ top pick in the Family Dining category. Located in nearby Stratford, the Buck-A-Neer is a longtime central Wisconsin institution and is open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday.

And for dessert—or even just a midday treat—check out Hub City Ice Cream Company, which topped the field in Sweet Treats.

Fun & Attractions

Marshfield is home to lots of fun festivals and attractions, too, and the Best of Marshfield voters shared their favorites in those categories—Escape Room Marshfield was tops for Family Entertainment, and Wildwood Park & Zoo earned the #1 spot in Visitor Attraction.

As for events, Maple Fall Fest was named the top Festival and Wenzel Family Plaza (and its summer concert series) was selected as the best spot for Live Music.

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