Top Wausau Venues
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City Grill at Jefferson Street Inn
203 Jefferson St, Wausau, WI 54403, USA- Spaces for 420 Guests
CHAR Grillhouse is a modern American restaurant located within the Jefferson Street Inn in downtown Wausau, Wisconsin, operating in the space previously known as City Grill. The kitchen serves a menu of New American cuisine built around expertly grilled meats and seafood alongside classic dishes with innovative twists, sourced through partnerships with local farmers for fresh, seasonal flavors. Dinner is paired with a curated selection of wine, cocktails, and craft beer, and the restaurant has been recognized by Yelp as Best Fine Dining Wausau for 2024. For private gatherings, CHAR Grillhouse offers a private dining room suited to a quiet, modern, intimate setting for parties and larger groups. Jefferson Street Inn and CHAR catering also support special events and celebrations, drawing on downtown Wausau's skyline view.
Rothschild Pavilion
1104 Park St, Rothschild, WI 54474, USA- Spaces for 500-1,200 Guests
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Built in 1911 in Rothschild, Wisconsin, the Rothschild Pavilion is a century-old event space known for its distinctive "floating" dance floor. The 6,760-square-foot maple floor is constructed of 1½-inch strips supported by 24 railcar springs set atop granite stone foundations, a design believed to be the only one of its kind in the United States. The Pavilion's built-in bar, hardwood floors, fireplace, wood tones, brick accents, and mezzanine give the historic hall its character for weddings, dances, and private events. The venue accommodates up to 1,200 guests standing, 850 for theater-style seating, or 500 for banquet-style seating. It comes equipped with a wall-mounted sound system, cordless microphone, video switcher, and Epson laser projector with an 18½-by-14-foot screen, along with a 23-by-14-foot stage with LED stage lighting. A 23-foot bar with five taps and a catering kitchen with a commercial refrigerator and range support event service, and the Pavilion supplies round and buffet tables along with metal folding and cushioned stacking chairs. Linens and chair covers are not provided.
Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center
1100 Imperial Ave, Rothschild, WI 54474, USA- Spaces for 600 Guests
Cedar Creek Hotel & Conference Center sits just off I-39 and Highway 51 in Rothschild, Wisconsin, minutes from Granite Peak Ski Area, the Cedar Creek bike and pedestrian trail, and Friendship Park. Stone fireplaces, rustic wood, and custom finishes give the hotel's conference center and guest spaces a Northwoods character suited to everything from family reunions and milestone birthdays to business meetings and sports team stays. The conference center is a favorite for weddings, supported by on-site wedding coordinators, banquet staff for setup and teardown, customized catering options, and established vendor relationships. For meetings and corporate events, on-site planners handle event conceptualizing alongside audio and visual equipment and customized menu options. Guests can unwind at the Cubby Hole, the hotel's on-site bar serving local craft beers, wines, cocktails, and fresh-baked pizzas, or relax in the indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center. Guest rooms include king-size fireplace suites and bunk suites, and pets are welcome throughout the pet-friendly property.