Hearty meals to keep you warm

Winter is a great time to find filling, delicious dishes, and Marshfield’s restaurants don’t disappoint on that count. Downtown’s uniquely named Nutz Deep II is a longtime winner of Best Burger in the annual Best of Marshfield Area poll, and their burgers can be topped with everything from mac and cheese to prime rib. Scotty’s Pizza & Chicken has a wide selection of specialty pizzas (including broccoli, bacon & cheese, their best seller), as well as delicious fried chicken, fish, sandwiches, and subs.

Looking for global cuisine? You’re in luck—you’ll find your favorite dishes from around the world at Marshfield’s friendly restaurants. Royal Tokyo (another frequent winner in the Best of Marshfield Area voting) fixes everything right in front of you, hibachi-style, and they also serve sushi, seafood, teppanyaki steaks, and more. The menu at GT Hawaiian BBQ boasts an impressive mix of Hawaiian, Chinese, and American dishes. At Al Madinah Cuisine, you’ll find tasty offerings with authentic Indian flavors, and those looking for tastes from south of the border can visit Casa Amigos Mexican Restaurant 2, El Mezcal, or Taqueria El Sol.

If you’re not in the mood for a whole meal and just want something to warm yourself up on those chilly winter mornings, swing by Uptown Coffee Company, The Daily Grind, or Coffee Cabin Espresso for a coffee, latte, tea, or specialty drink.

See more Marshfield restaurants here.

Relax with a winter getaway

Marshfield’s friendly hotels are ready to welcome you with cozy places to stay after a day of exploring everything that central Wisconsin has to offer. Hotel Marshfield is a full-service hotel with great amenities including an indoor pool, a modern fitness center, and an on-site restaurant and bar, Libby McNeil’s. Hampton Inn & Suites offers easy access to Marshfield Medical Center and is home to 86 rooms (including 24 suites), a heated indoor pool, an exercise room, and more. The Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center has a workout room, business center, indoor pool, and The Rivers on-site restaurant & cocktail lounge.

Find more Marshfield lodging properties here.

Ideas for winter fun in Marshfield

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• Celebrate winter in Marshfield

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We’re expert event planners

Visit Marshfield works closely with businesses, organizations, and other groups interested in bringing special events to central Wisconsin, offering free support services for meetings and conventions and providing helpful local information for event planners and guests. We also work closely with community officials to make sure everything goes smoothly and can help develop pre- and post-convention tours if you’re interested.

Learn more about planning your next meeting in Marshfield here.

We’ve got excellent meeting spaces

Marshfield has the perfect spot for your meeting or convention, from hotel conference rooms to banquet facilities to meeting halls. We can accommodate groups of almost any size, whether you’re planning an event for a dozen people or several hundred guests.

Find meeting spaces in Marshfield, Wood County, and Marathon County here.

It’s easy to get here

Conveniently located in central Wisconsin along the border of Marathon County and Wood County, Marshfield offers easy access to U.S. Highway 10 and State Highways 13 and 29, connecting the area to the rest of central Wisconsin and the state. Marshfield Municipal Airport in Wood County—2 miles south of downtown—welcomes flights from American Eagle, Midwest Express, United Express, and Northwest Air.

You’ll find great places to stay

Marshfield is home to nearly a dozen hotels and motels that are ready to welcome conference guests and meeting attendees. Many of the area’s lodging properties offer outstanding amenities like fitness centers and swimming pools, as well as meeting facilities for groups of all sizes.

Learn more about lodging properties in Marshfield, Wood County, and Marathon County here.

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Hotels & motels

Planning an overnight (or longer) stay in Marshfield? Many of the city’s hotels and motels offer pet-friendly accommodations, including Hotel Marshfield, Hampton Inn & Suites, AmericInn by Wyndham Marshfield, and Woodfield Inn & Suites. (Note that additional fees or restrictions may apply for pet-friendly rooms.)

Find a filterable list of Marshfield’s hotels and motels here.

Restaurants

You’re welcome to bring Fido along with you to enjoy outdoor patios at some of Marshfield’s most popular restaurants. Raise a glass to your good boy (or girl) with a refreshing craft beer at the outdoor patio at the Blue Heron BrewPub, or enjoy burgers, pizzas, sandwiches, and more with your well-behaved, leashed pup outside on the patio at Libby McNeill’s.

Find more Marshfield restaurants here.

Attractions

There are lots of pet-friendly attractions in Marshfield—and throughout Wood County and Marathon County if you’re expanding your exploration of central Wisconsin. Paws ’N Play Dog Park is a 4.5-acre fenced-in, off-leash dog park located at the Central Wisconsin State Fairgrounds; it has two separate areas for small and large dogs. North Wood County Park & Campground in Arpin (about a 15-minute drive south of Marshfield) welcomes leashed dogs and has hiking trails and an 18-hole disc golf course, and Powers Bluff County Park welcomes dogs all year round (but not on groomed trails in the winter).

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

Find more attractions 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.

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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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Hotels & motels

In Marshfield, travel groups will find hotels and motels that offer helpful amenities like abundant conference space and shuttle service to Central Wisconsin Airport alongside fun bonuses like swimming pools and on-site restaurants. Visit Marshfield also works with groups to plan successful events by providing helpful information, assisting with meeting preparation, offering marketing services, and more. Learn about Marshfield’s meeting and conference planning here.

Restaurants

You won’t find just delicious dishes at friendly restaurants in Marshfield and throughout Wood County and Marathon County—many of these eateries are also big enough to accommodate large groups, from wedding parties and rehearsal dinners to corporate outings. Restaurants with large spaces for rent include Belvedere Supper Club, The Rivers, and RiverEdge Golf Course.

Attractions

Lots of Marshfield’s attractions are perfect for group outings as well. Animal lovers will have a great time exploring Wildwood Park & Zoo, craft beer lovers can raise a pint at Blue Heron Brewpub, and arts lovers can find inspiration at the Chestnut Center for the Arts. Marshfield is also home to several historic attractions that welcome groups, including Upham Mansion.

Find more attractions in Marshfield, Wood County, and Marathon County 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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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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Did you know that you can see Kodiak bears, cougars, bison, wolves, and other wild animals in central Wisconsin? Wildwood Park & Zoo was established in 1937 and has been wowing visitors ever since—stroll through the park to get up close and personal with the animals or enjoy the view from your car on the large animal drive. Be sure to stop in the Welcome Center, where you can see turtles, snakes, and lizards, as well as learning about the water cycle.

Every week through mid-August, the zoo hosts its free Wild Wednesday program, sponsored by the city’s Parks & Recreation Department and the Marshfield Zoological Society, where visitors can learn about everything from birds of prey to fossils.

Music and more at Wenzel Family Plaza

Located at Second and Chestnut Streets in downtown Marshfield, Wenzel Family Plaza has a splash pad that’s perfect for those hot summer days and hosts several fun events throughout the year. Don’t miss the Hub City Concert Series, where talented musicians hit the stage at Wenzel Family Plaza for good music and fun times on Friday nights in June, July and August.

See clever creations at Jurustic Park

Jurustic Park is one of Marshfield’s see-it-to-believe-it attractions. This sculpture park located 5 miles north of Marshfield is the brainchild of artist Clyde Wynia, who creates creatures of all sizes—everything from dragons to dogs to dragonflies—from scraps of discarded metal. Take a free tour and marvel at these larger-than-life creations.

Clyde’s creatures aren’t just found at Jurustic Park anymore, either—the recently established Downtown Jurustic Trail takes visitors on a tour of downtown to find seven other unique creations.

Join the fun at community events

In addition to the events mentioned above, there are lots of other fun family events coming to Marshfield this summer, including Hub City Days and the Central Wisconsin State Fair.

See more Marshfield events here.

Looking for a family-friendly place to stay in Marshfield? The city’s welcoming hotels & motels are fit for getaways of all kinds to Marathon County and Wood County and boast amenities like indoor and outdoor swimming pools, RV parking, and more.

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What is Dairyfest?

Held annually the weekend after Memorial Day, Dairyfest is a fun community celebration that honors the agriculture industry and local dairy farmers. Dairyfest features a lot of fun events, including the annual Dairyfest Breakfast, a parade, kids’ activities, a Picnic in the Park, and much more.

When is Dairyfest?

Dairyfest will take place Friday, June 2, through Sunday, June 4, 2022.

What is the schedule of events for Dairyfest?

Thursday, June 1

3:00-5:00pm /Kick-Off to Summer & Giveaways: Held at the Wenzel Family Plaza come for the ceremonial start of the water fountain and the Vandehey Waters giveaway and the Wisconsin Dells giveaway!

Friday, June 2

5:30-9:30am / Dairyfest Breakfast: Held at the Expo Building at the Central Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, 513 E. 17^th St., this traditional event welcomes nearly 2,000 people every year. This year’s menu includes a scrambled egg special, hot coffee, white or chocolate milk, and more. The first 1,000 attendees will receive a commemorative ceramic coffee mug.

11:00-8:00pm / Food Truck Friday and Picnic in the Park: Food trucks will be at Columbia Park, 201 W. Arnold St., until 5:00pm and a variety of food booths will be available throughout the evening. Join the fun in the Park including inflatables, petting zoo, coin & candy hunt, educational games by Richfield 4-H, Reis Martial Arts, Main Street Conservatory of Dance, and the Marshfield Civic Band. And don’t miss out on Movie in the Park at sundown!

7:00-9:00pm / Hub City Concert Series Kick-Off: Join the fun at the Wenzel Family Plaza and enjoy food trucks and outdoor games. Live music starts at 7:00pm with NEWSKIES.

Saturday, June 3

Additional activities scheduled for Saturday include:

• 9:00am-3:00pm / Fishing For Kids Hosted by the Lions Club at Wildwood Park & Zoo Upper Pond. Kids 12 and under; $1 fee
• 10:00am-3:00pm / Pie Social at Upham Mansion, 212 W. 3^rd St.
• 10:00am-4:00pm / Center City Fun Day at Wenzel Family Plaza
• 11:00am / Dairyfest Parade
• Food trucks / Friday & Saturday
• Softball /Friday & Saturday at The Marshfield Fairgrounds
• Disc golf tournaments / Registration starts from 7:00-8:30am at Braem Park
• 3:00pm-11pm / Nutz Deep Dairyfest Beer Garden at 809 S. Central Ave.

Visit the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce’s website for more information and the latest updates to the schedule.

Where can I stay in Marshfield?

Coming to town for Dairyfest? Book a stay at one of Marshfield’s welcoming hotels & motels, the perfect place to spend your summer trip to Wood County and Marathon County.

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The adventures give you a preview of all the fun you can have in Marshfield, from outdoor trails to blaze, to tips for culinary stops, tours for the whole family, and much more! Shrpa travelers are real couples and families with great advice and insight to give to each travel stop they make in Marshfield. Features include stop descriptions, photo ops, travel maps, and helpful itineraries. Let the adventures begin!

Here are the some of the cool features:

• Destinations – Mapping, Pro Tips
• What to Expect
• What to Bring
• Meet the Creator info, introducing you to the adventure’s traveler

If you’re exploring Wood County and Marathon County in central Wisconsin during your trip to Marshfield, you can also find cool things to do and see while traveling here: centralwisconsin.com/adventures

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