The best things to do in Merrill

“Long-standing theater showcasing first-run movies on 3 screens in digital picture & sound.”

“Need a reset this week? Trapp River Golf Course delivers well-kept greens, friendly vibes, and local ownership that actually cares, plus easy tee-time booking and instruction if your slice is staging a comeback, so grab a buddy, practice a little, then chase pars like they owe you money.”

From the Wausau newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Woodson History Center is basically Wausau’s memory palace, with exhibits like Ain’t She Sweet: Women in the 1920s, The 1920s: Rebellion, Prosperity, and Loss, and the permanent Our Stories. It’s also where Yawkey House Museum tours kick off and those downtown history walks and talks keep your brain buzzing.”

From the Wausau newsletter, August 21, 2026

“With fresh updates and that old-school charm, Historic Athletic Park is where Wausau settles in for college and minor-league baseball, easy weeknight hangs, and the occasional souvenir foul ball... all the ingredients for a low-stress evening when you just need dugout chatter and ballpark snacks.”

From the Wausau newsletter, September 2, 2026

“The Oasis Arcade nails that clink-of-tokens nostalgia with restored classics, modern pinball, and head to head cabinets, then cools it down with legit cocktails like the Pikachu Sunrise and Blue Milk of Tatooine. Leaderboards reset weekly, so this might be your week to brag.”

From the Wausau newsletter, September 16, 2026