This weekend in Wausau, WI

CenterStage Band and Show Choir is hosting a garage sale fundraiser at its studio. Browse for deals while helping fund the group’s annual free production, CenterStage Yearbook. Proceeds support production costs for the show, which will be performed at Wausau West High School. An official announcement with additional details is coming soon.

Explore an outdoor market at Grand Ave Artifactory featuring more than twenty booths filled with antiques, vintage finds, upcycled pieces, handmade goods, locally made products, and baked treats. The market runs rain or shine, with a plan to move to Sunday of the same weekend if severe weather requires a change and conditions allow. Vendor spots are limited, and all inquiries should go directly to the sole organizer, Jenni Phillipson. Reach out in person at Grand Ave Artifactory, send a direct message through the Grand Ave Artifactory Facebook page, or email jenni@grandaveartifactory.com. To prevent fraud, do not respond to anyone else claiming to manage vendor reservations.

Stop by the MCPL Wausau Book Sale Room for a big selection of books, movies, and other materials at low prices. The room is packed with thousands of items, and there’s no cost to browse. All ages are welcome.

Watch the Minnesota Mud Puppies take on the Wausau Woodchucks at Wausau Athletic Park. The scene is easygoing and close to the field, making it simple to follow the small moments that can shift an inning and to enjoy the steady rhythm of baseball in a classic stadium setting.

Local 4-H and FFA exhibitors present their market animals at an annual show and sale that recognizes months of care and hands-on learning. Attendees can cheer on young people building skills in livestock management, agriculture, responsibility, and leadership while taking part in a community tradition that connects urban and rural neighbors. Businesses and individuals can support youth programs and agricultural education, gain positive exposure through the event and media, and receive a complimentary photo with any animal purchase. Buyers also have the option to take home locally raised meat. Bidding is open to registered participants, and there is no obligation to buy in order to attend or sign up. Animals are sold by the pound using fair or show entry weights, and arrangements for processing and transportation can be made at the sale. The program helps develop youth through education and competition, teaches sound livestock production practices with a focus on meat quality, and highlights the importance of the livestock industry across the wider community.

This special tournament replaces the usual sealed format with best-of-three matches. Players bring three distinct decks, and no more than two decks may share a single color, for example Blue/Purple, Blue/Red, and Green/White. Entry is $30, and registration is handled through the Bandai TCG+ app.

Take part in a ONE PIECE Card Game tournament featuring Standard Constructed play. Bring a deck you built yourself and test your strategy with your favorite cards and characters. Matches are best of one and each round is 35 minutes with 5 additional minutes of extra time. Players must provide their own decks and proxies are not allowed. The entry fee is $10, and signup is available through the Bandai TCG+ App.

Escape the summer sun and build a cozy family fort right between the bookshelves. The library will provide basic supplies to get you started, and you can bring your own blankets, sheets, and pillows to make your fort one of a kind. After it’s built, settle in for a relaxed family reading adventure. This free drop-in program is for children through age 11 and their families.

The event takes place at Marathon Park Wausau.

Get creative with a beginner friendly stained glass class where you will make a finished piece to display at home. All supplies and guidance are included, and no prior experience is needed. Each participant receives a kit with precut and ground glass pieces, then learns how to foil, burnish, and solder the project to completion. The session typically lasts about two to two and a half hours, depending on your pace. Color options vary based on the glass available, and each kit includes multiple choices. The location is not currently wheelchair accessible. There are three steps at the entrance and the crafting space is small. Credit card reservations are handled through a Facebook ticket link using Square, and those who prefer to pay with cash on the day can arrange an advance hold directly with the organizer. Refund requests are accepted up to 24 hours before the event, and after that timeframe refunds are not available.

D.B. Rouse returns with a one of a kind blend of comedy, folk, and kazoo infused rock and roll. The show brings humor and music together for a lighthearted night.

Caleb and Emily bring their acoustic duo to Intermission Bar with a performance built on expressive vocals, tight harmonies, and deft guitar work. This collaborative pair puts a fresh spin on familiar favorites as well as newer hits, shaping each song with feeling and care. Their chemistry creates an intimate, atmospheric show that resonates with listeners of all ages. Drawing on experience from cozy rooms to lively hangouts, they craft reimagined arrangements that feel both new and comfortably nostalgic.

Browse and buy at a garage sale fundraiser hosted by CenterStage Band and Show Choir at its studio. Proceeds directly support expenses for the annual free production, CenterStage Yearbook, which will be performed at Wausau West High School. An official announcement with additional details will be shared soon.

Explore stained glass in a beginner-friendly workshop focused on creating a lantern. Each participant receives a kit with precut and ground pieces, then learns how to foil, burnish, and solder the glass into a finished display. Materials and step-by-step guidance are provided, and no prior experience is required. Plan for about two to two and a half hours, depending on your pace. Color choices vary based on the glass available, and each kit includes different options. To reserve a spot with a credit card, use the Facebook ticket link for Square. If paying in cash on the day of the workshop, contact the organizer in advance to hold a place. The venue is not currently handicap accessible, with three steps at the entrance and a small crafting area. Refund requests are accepted up to 24 hours before the workshop, after that the refund is forfeited.

Alex Dalnodar, Kevin Troestler, and Oscar Noetzel raise the energy for a lively Sunday at Faraway Place. Settle in for food and drinks along with honky tonk fun that keeps the good times rolling.

Take part in a local Yu-Gi-Oh tournament featuring four to five rounds, adjusted by turnout. The entry fee is $5. Registration takes place before play begins. Each participant receives an OTS pack with entry, and all entry fees are combined into a prize pool that is paid out as store credit based on final records.

High-energy racing and derby action take over Wisconsin Valley Fair with the Dirt Dash as the focal point. The racing slate features the Dirt Dash, FWD and BWD, and Figure 8, with qualifying heats, consolation rounds, and feature races. Derby competition includes UDI Gut N' Go FWD and MWFA or Dirt Dash Style. Every class awards $1,000 to the winner along with a big check, and payouts and awards are presented to the top three. Registration and tech inspection are part of the entry process. The entry fee is $60 and covers all events, and a $50 late fee applies for late registration. Practice sessions and a Powerwheels segment are planned in addition to the main racing program.

Enjoy a free Sunday summer jazz concert in downtown Wausau at Kickbusch Plaza, running from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. It is held directly behind the Marathon County Downtown Library, with parking available in the lot behind the library. Food trucks will be on site for snacks, or you can bring your own picnic, and it is recommended to bring a chair. If the weather turns, the concert moves to Faraway Place (formerly Malarkey’s) at 408 N Third St.