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Our community is active with festivals, community events, sporting events, high-class entertainment at our La Crosse Center, and a wide variety of outdoor activities from fly-fishing and boating to hiking and so much more. Our partner organization, Explore La Crosse, our Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, hosts a robust website detailing all there is to do in our area. Below we capture highlights and encourage you to visit explorelacrosse.org.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
La Crosse and the surrounding areas have long been passionate patrons of the arts. You’re never far from a community play, symphony, local band, or a large national touring production.
Marcus Theaters
marcustheatres.com
Rivoli
rivoli.net
Weber Center for the
Performing Arts
webercenterarts.org
La Crosse Symphony
lacrossesymphony.org
La Crosse Community Theater
lacrossecommunitytheatre.org
La Crosse Center
lacrossecenter.com
Viterbo Fine Arts Center
viterbo.edu (Fine Arts)
Pump House Regional Arts Center
thepumphouse.org
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
From big concert venues to more intimate locales, from world-renowned artists to local musicians, you’ll find a thriving night scene with great music. Enjoy blues, pop, rock, bluegrass, country and more. And, don’t forget the many free summer concert series in our area parks.
With seemingly endless options for restaurants, the La Crosse area delivers something for everyone. Find your new favorite spot below.
Courtesy Corp
mccourtesy.com
608-781-8080
Olive Garden
olivegarden.com
608-783-0090
Outback Steakhouse
outback.com (Onalaska)
608-781-4329
Le Château
lechateaulacrosse.com
608-782-6498
King Street Kitchen
kingstreetkitchen.net
608-784-9660
Burrachos Fresh Mexican Grill
burrachos.com
608-781-5900
Famous Dave’s
famousdaves.com (La Crosse)
(608) 779-4100
Pizza Ranch
pizzaranch.com (La Crosse)
608-519-3118
Subway
subway.com
608-787-0000
Lindy’s Subs & Salads
lindyssubsandsalads.com
608-785-7200
Big Al’s Pizza
bigalspizzalacrosse.com
608-782-7550
Pettibone Boat Club
pettiboneboatclub.com
608-784-7743
Ardie’s Flipside Pub & Grill
flipsidepub.com
608-784-2242
Rudy’s Drive-In
rudysdrivein.com
608-782-2200
Schmidty’s Bar and Grill
schmidtys.com
608-788-5110
David Reay’s Modern
Diner and Tavern
davidreays.com
608-519-9203
4 Sisters Wine & Tapas
4sisterslacrossewi.com
608-782-8213
Ciatti’s Italian Restaurant
ciattis.com
608-781-8686
The Crow
thecrowlacrosse.com
608-519-5400
Red Pines Bar & Grill
redpinesbarandgrill.com
608-779-2800
La Crosse Club
lacrosseclub.org
608-784-0220
SHOPPING
From charming, hometown shops in downtown La Crosse, to national brands, the La Crosse area is a regional hub for shopping for any style.
Valley View Mall
myvalleyview.com
Downtown Mainstreet, Inc.
lacrossedowntown.com
Village Shopping Center
thevillagelacrosse.com
Jackson Plaza
jacksonplaza.com
Three Rivers Plaza
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Crosseroads Shopping Center
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Crossing Meadows
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FESTIVALS
La Crosse is proud of its commitment to local music and community events. Throughout the year residents and visitors can enjoy several festivals and fairs in the area—including the famous La Crosse Oktoberfest celebrations.
For more festival and event information, visit explorelacrosse.com
FAMILY FUN
La Crosse is… simply put… a wonderful place to raise a family. Through every season, you’ll find something fun to do with your kids, both outside and indoors.
Check out some of our favorite family-friendly places, events, and resources.
Children’s Museum
Enjoy three stories of non-stop, hands-on fun right in Downtown La Crosse.
funmuseum.org
Libraries
The City of La Crosse features three… yes three!… public libraries. The County Library system also features 5 additional libraries in our area. Enjoy access to books, media, and robust programming for all ages!
lacrosselibrary.org | lacrossecountylibrary.org
Swimming
With 8 public pools, 3 public beaches, and the YMCA facilities in the surrounding area, it’s easy to find a place to make a splash.
explorelacrosse.com
Parenting Place
A favorite community resource for parents, The Parenting Place offers access to resources on child development, childcare, toys, playgroups, and much more.
theparentingplace.net
Coulee Parenting Connection
Whenever you’re looking for family-friendly events, check out Coulee Parenting Connection. Their family fun calendar lists a wide range of events and opportunities, such as camps, playgroups, and the arts.
couleeparenting.com
Festivals
Local festivals abound in Greater La Crosse! A few family favorites include Riverfest, Artspire, La Crosse Storytelling Festival, Dairy Days, and Rotary Lights. Throughout the summer, you’ll also find local county fairs and small-town events celebrating what makes this area so unique.
explorelacrosse.com
Theatres
Enjoy movies and live theatre at these local venues.
Rivoli
rivoli.net
Marcus Theaters
marcustheatres.com
Community Theater
lacrossecommunitytheatre.org
Viterbo Fine Arts Center
viterbo.edu (Fine Arts)
Arts and Crafts
Let your kids’ creativity flourish through art classes offered at area businesses.
Summer Music Series
Enjoy many opportunities for free outdoor music. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the sounds of local musicians.
Organized Sports, Activities, and Day Camps
Keep your kids occupied all year long with robust programming in sports, the arts, and adventure camps.
MUSEUMS & CULTURE
La Crosse area locals are proud of the traditions, history, and stories that make the area what it is. Dive into local history, culture, and fun at local museums and cultural attractions.
SPORTS & RECREATION
The Driftless Region offers an environment like no other to enjoy the great outdoors any time of the year. From hiking or biking hundreds of miles of trails, to boating, fishing, and skiing on the river or local lakes, to enjoying the colors changing on the bluffs in fall, the La Crosse area is the perfect place to enjoy outdoor activities.
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