Explore the District.

The Wausau River District promotes and facilitates economic vitality and historic preservation in downtown Wausau for the benefit of the entire community. 

Vendor applications are live for the 2026 Wausau Night Market series and RiverWest Fest! Click below for more details and to submit an app.

Upcoming Events

  • Wausau Night Market

    THURSDAY, JUNE 18 | 5PM-9PM

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

  • Wausau Night Market

    THURSDAY, JULY 16 | 5PM-9PM

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

  • Wausau Night Market

    THURSDAY, AUGUST 20 | 5PM-9PM

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

  • RiverWest Fest

    SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

    It’s a food truck takeover on the West side! Get ready for tasty bites, live music, and exclusive specials from RiverWest businesses.

Live and work in downtown Wausau

Looking for a new place? Wondering how you can start your dream job in downtown Wausau? We can help! The Wausau River District is a great place to live and work, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, office space, parks and walking trails, and so much more.

Get out and about

Parking:

Every parking question, answered! Downtown Wausau has many different parking options, making it super easy to enjoy the space both day and night.

Public Transportation:

Want to catch the city bus? Find all the details here about routes, rates and more.

Bicycling and Walking:

Whether you’re exploring the District on two wheels or two feet, be sure to acquaint yourself with City-wide paths/trails and safety guidelines.

We Are Wausau: Celebrating our unique small businesses.