region 715

Nekoosa

Derived from the Ho-Chunk word for “running water,” Nekoosa is located near the geographic center of the state along the dazzling Wisconsin River. Picnic with friends in Riverside Park along the water or cast a line for great fishing. Visit in the fall for the annual Nekoosa Giant Pumpkin Fest to get in the autumn spirit with a farmer’s market, games, a car show and other fun activities or any come time of year to try your luck at the casino.

Explore the Area

1
Port Edwards Lions Fisheree 1/31/2026 Wisconsin Rapids - 5.36 miles away
2
Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings Hockey 2/06/2026 - 2/07/2026 Wisconsin Rapids - 6.11 miles away
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Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings Hockey 2/20/2026 - 2/21/2026 Wisconsin Rapids - 6.11 miles away
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Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings Hockey 2/27/2026 - 2/28/2026 Wisconsin Rapids - 6.11 miles away
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WI State Water Ski Show Championships 7/16/2026 - 7/19/2026 Wisconsin Rapids - 8.57 miles away
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Friends of James Beard Chef Invitational 2/27/2026 - 3/01/2026 Nekoosa - 10.11 miles away
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Duck Derby 5/09/2026 Friendship - 23.93 miles away
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Adams-Friendship Independence Day Parade 7/04/2026 Friendship - 23.98 miles away

Average Weather

From soaking up the summer sun to hitting the trails after a fresh snowfall, Wisconsin has no shortage of activities for every season. Here's an idea of what the weather in this area is like to help get your planning started!

Summer

High 78° F
Low 57° F

Winter

High 26° F
Low 12° F

Fall

High 55° F
Low 35° F

Spring

High 53° F
Low 33° F

Wisconsin Rapids Area Convention & Visitors Bureau