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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Dairyfest

Celebrate the agricultural bounty of Marathon County and Wood County at Dairyfest, an annual weekend-long celebration that kicks off festival season in Marshfield in late May or early June, depending on the year. On Friday morning, the Dairyfest Breakfast is held at Marshfield Fairgrounds Park, and the rest of the weekend features a full schedule of events, including a parade, kids’ activities, a picnic in the park, an outdoor movie, and more.

Hub City Days

Historic downtown Marshfield hosts this exciting event organized by Main Street Marshfield every July. The three-day celebration kicks off with a Thursday night movie at Wenzel Family Plaza, Friday sees special deals at downtown stores and restaurants and live music at the Hub City Concert Series (also at Wenzel Family Plaza). Saturday sees a massive car show that covers 10 city blocks and features more than 500 vehicles and the Hub City Brew Fest (a ticketed event).

Central Wisconsin State Fair

This annual event attracts people from Marathon County, Wood County, and throughout central Wisconsin for six days of fun every August at the Marshfield Fairgrounds Park along East 17^th Street. The fair includes 4-H exhibits and events for farming and livestock, grandstand entertainment, a midway with carnival rides and fair food, beer gardens, and much more.

Find more details and other exciting events in Marshfield, Marathon County, and Wood County here.

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Family Fun

Looking for something the whole family can enjoy on your next trip to Marshfield? Bring the kids to Wildwood Park & Zoo, which is home to twin Kodiak bears Boda and Munsey, as well as cougars, bison, wolves, turtles, snakes, lizards, and more. Plus, the zoo is home to great walking trails if you want to take a stroll. Wenzel Family Plaza in downtown Marshfield has a splash pad where you can cool down on those hot summer days and hosts fun events and live music throughout the summer. You can also cool off inside and have some fun at local businesses like Melody Gardens Restaurant & Skateland, Board & Brush Marshfield, and Escape Room Marshfield.

History & Architecture

Take a trip through the past as you explore Marshfield’s museums and historical attractions. Upham Mansion (formally known as the Governor William H. Upham House), was the home of Wisconsin’s third governor and an important figure in the establishment of Marshfield, and the Roddis House on 4th Street (now a private residence) was the city’s first Dutch Colonial Revival-style home. Another unique historical attraction is the World’s Largest Round Barn at the Central Wisconsin State Fairgrounds. Visitors can also learn more about the city’s history at the Marshfield Heritage Museum and see historical military items at the War Room Museum.

Outdoor Recreation

Get out and play in Marshfield this summer! Take a dip at Vandehey Waters Outdoor Aquatic Center, which boasts multiple waterslides, diving boards, a current channel, and more. Hit the tees at RiverEdge Golf Course or walk the trails at Wildwood Park. Take a short drive to find walking paths and beautiful floral gardens at the Rudolph Grotto Gardens and Wonder Cave.

Arts & Theater

Arts aficionados will find charming galleries, unique folk art, live music venues, and more throughout Marshfield. Free art galleries like Gallery 450 on the campus of UW-Stevens Point at Marshfield and the New Visions Gallery at the Marshfield Clinic Health System are home to engaging exhibits by local, regional, and international artists. Jurustic Park and the Downtown Jurustic Trail feature playful metal sculptures by local artist Clyde Wynia, and the Chestnut Center for the Arts in downtown Marshfield and the LuCille Tack Center for the Arts (in nearby Spencer) are important venues for visual and performing arts.

Find more Marshfield attractions here.

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Outdoor recreation

Fans of outdoor winter fun will find plenty to do in Marshfield. Ice rinks can be found at Pickle Pond at the corner of Peach Avenue and Arnold Street and at the Jer Lang Show Palace on the Central Wisconsin State Fairgrounds.

Powers Bluff County Park in Arpin (about 20 minutes southeast of downtown Marshfield) is a 160-acre park with hills and trails for downhill skiing, tubing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. The park’s three downhill trails vary in length from 1,300 feet to 1,500 feet, and the vertical drop is about 250 feet. Four-fast paced tube runs provide excitement for kids of all ages; tubes are provided with the purchase of a tube hill ticket.

Wildwood Park (home to Marshfield’s popular zoo) offers 150 acres and miles of trails to explore for hikers, snowshoers, and fat-tire bikers.

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Other attractions

Wildwood Park & Zoo has been welcoming visitors for nearly a century and boasts an impressive array of animals, from bison, bald eagles, and cougars to elk, lynx, and bobcat. Visitors can walk through the 150-acre site or view some of the zoo’s bigger animals along the Large Animal Drive. And be sure to check out the special habitat that houses twin Kodiak bears Munsey and Boda!

The Chestnut Center for the Arts is located in a historic former church building in downtown Marshfield and hosts events throughout the year, including musical performances, art exhibits, and classes.

The Marshfield Heritage Museum is open from 1 to 4pm Wednesdays and Saturdays and features exhibits about significant events in Marshfield’s history, local military heroes, and more.

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Delicious dining

Marshfield’s restaurants offer something for everyone, whether you’re looking for dishes from around the world (Al Madinah Cuisine, Casa Amigos Restaurant 2, Royal Tokyo), comforting classics (Lumberyard Bar & Grill, Nutz Deep II, Scotty’s Pizza & Chicken), or something sweet (2½ Cups Cupcakery & Bake Shop, The Daily Grind, Uptown Coffee Company).

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Where to stay

Find friendly service and all the amenities you’re looking for at Marshfield’s hotels and motels. Take a break from winter and take advantage of indoor swimming pools at lodging properties like AmericInn, Baymont Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites and the Holiday Inn & Conference Center. Enjoy onsite restaurants like Libby McNeill’s (at Hotel Marshfield) and Lumberyard Bar & Grill (at the Woodfield Inn & Suites).

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Businesses featured in the downtown attractions district include:

• Board & Brush Marshfield, 112 E. 4^th St.: Create unique wood décor projects from scratch—it’s perfect for an artistic outing with friends or the whole family, and all supplies are provided in the class fee
• Tabletop Adventures, 105 E. 5^th St.: This game shop hosts custom Dungeons & Dragons gameplay experiences for players of all skill levels
• The Grey Dog Axe Throwing, 113 E. 4^th St.: Test your lumberjack skills at this fun downtown entertainment venue that also features a selection of arcade games
• The Clubhaus, 1213 S. Central Ave.: Sports bar featuring four state-of-the-art indoor golf simulators with a range of different games to play
• Escape Room Marshfield, 108 E. 4^th St.: Voted the Best Interactive Experience in the annual Best of Marshfield awards, this family friendly attraction requires creative thinking and teamwork to solve theme-driven puzzle challenges

Find more unique attractions and fun activities in Marshfield, Wood County, and Marathon County in central Wisconsin.

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Tubing

Zoom down the tubing hill on one of four fast-paced tube runs at Powers Bluff’s tubing hill, which is a perfect activity for a snowy winter getaway with the family. Three-hour tubing sessions can be purchased for $13 a person, which includes tube rental. Full-day sessions (6 hours) are $22.

Skiing & snowboarding

Skiers and snowboarders can enjoy three downhill trails varying from 1,300 to 1,500 feet in length with an estimated vertical drop of 250 feet. The hill is ideal for beginner skiers and snowboarders as it features an easily navigable handle-grip tow lift. Lift tickets for daily sessions (10am to 4pm) can be purchased on-site for $13.

Visitors are encouraged to bring their own ski equipment and snowboards, as there is limited rental inventory on site.

Powers Bluff’s tubing and skiing hills are open from 10am to 4pm on weekends, weather permitting and when snow allows. See the latest conditions and updates on the Wood County Parks & Forestry Facebook page.

Other activities & more about Powers Bluff

The 160-acre Powers Bluff County Park is also home to nearly 3 miles of cross-country ski trails and other single-track routes that are open to hikers, snowshoers, and fat-tire bikers. Note that multi-use and single-track trails require fees ($8 daily, $30 annually). See more information about park activities and fees here.

The park also features a two-stone stone shelter building with concessions, a fireplace, and restroom facilities. Leashed pets are allowed on trails (except groomed trails). Parking areas can be found off County Highway N (north side of the park) and Bluff Drive (south side of the park).

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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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Hub City Days

Head to historic downtown Marshfield for three days of family fun at Hub City Days, an annual festival organized by Main Street Marshfield that features live music, kids’ activities, a massive car show, and much more.

This year’s event will be held from July 25-27. Here are some highlights:

Thursday, July 25

• Movie in the Plaza, Wenzel Family Plaza, dusk – Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets for a free screening of the 2023 movie “Wonka”

Friday, July 26

• Hot Wheel Hunt, downtown Marshfield, 5-6pm – Kids can look for toy cars hidden throughout downtown in anticipation of the Hub City Days car show on Sunday
• Shop Hop, downtown Marshfield, 5-7pm – Enjoy shopping and dining at downtown Marshfield’s stores and restaurants (a section of Central Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic)
• Hub City Concert Series featuring The Verve Pipe, Wenzel Family Plaza – 7-10pm

Saturday, July 27

• Car Show, downtown Marshfield, 10am-3pm – This massive car show spans 10 city blocks and features more than 500 classic cars and bikes
• Hub City Brew Fest, Wenzel Family Plaza, noon-3pm – Sample beer from breweries across the region and the state at this fun event (tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door)

Find more details and a full schedule for this year’s Hub City Days here.

Farmers’ Markets

Downtown Marshfield is home to two weekly farmers’ markets featuring fresh produce, baked goods, and much more. The Main Street Marshfield Farmers’ Market is held from 8am to 1pm every Tuesday in the parking lot of Pick ’n Save, 641 S. Central Ave., and the Festival Foods Farmers’ Market runs from 7am to noon on Saturdays and Sundsays at Festival Foods, 1613 N. Central Ave.

Live @ Libby’s

Libby McNeill’s restaurant at Hotel Marshfield, 2700 S. Central Ave., hosts live acoustic music from 5:30 to 8:30pm every Wednesday. Come in for a drink and enjoy the show!  

Central Wisconsin State Fair

The Central Wisconsin State Fair returns to Marshfield’s Fairgrounds Park on August 20-25. The celebration features midway rides and games, 4-H and open-class exhibits, exciting grandstand acts, and much more.

Learn more about the Central Wisconsin State Fair and find the schedule here. 

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