Marathon Junction

Stewart Avenue & 12th Avenue, Wausau, Wisconsin

Located within the tall pines of Marathon Park, the Junction has been a favorite summer stop for 50 years. Take a spin on the carousel or book passage on the Coca-Cola Choo Choo, a miniature-train ride. Test your skills on their video games or challenge the windmill on the miniature golf course.

Marathon Park, Wausau, Wisconsin--Allan Herschell, 1950's, METAL, 3 row, Portable, 30 s, 30 m, 2 ch s Carousel operates in a small park on the Wisconsin Valley Fairgrounds.


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Marathon Park's 78 acres are enclosed within a bustling metropolitan area and within minutes of many growing communities. Hundreds of stately, towering white pines provide a dramatic natural setting for the recently constructed Amphitheater, central Wisconsin's finest, permanent outdoor venue with a seating capacity of nearly 10,000.

From the impressive, sheltered Amphitheater on the west to East Gate Hall at the east entrance, a myriad of events can be accommodated. Marathon Park offers event planners flexibility and convenience with its signature, historic Exhibition Building, four Agricultural Buildings, two large Multipurpose Buildings and a wide open Festival Grounds. Ample parking, secured access to the facilities you rent and a friendly, cooperative support staff can help make your next concert, show or event a huge success.

Beyond providing a diversified event venue Marathon Park is also home to a miniature train and concessions at Marathon Junction, a Splash Pad, outdoor dog exercise area, a campground with heated shower building, a variety of small to mid sized reservable shelters, several playgrounds, tennis courts, pickleball court, basketball court and walking trails

Marathon Park Splash Pad

The splash pad is open to children of all ages as long as they are accompanied by an adult. Swim diapers are required if an infant/toddler isn't toilet trained. Swim diapers are available for purchase on site at the Splash Pad. Food and drinks are allowed inside the fence, but glass is prohibited.

Fees: $ 1.25 Daily - Adults and Youth Ages 1 and Ups (Under 1 year old are free; Everyone else entering the Splash Pad fence must pay the entry fee)

The public hours of operation are usually Monday through Sunday from early June to Mid August from noon to 6:00pm. Special closures exist for the Fair.

Private Rentals

The Splash Pad will be available to rent from 9 AM - 11 AM from early June to mid-August except when it is closed for a couple of weeks before, during and after the Wisconsin Valley Fair. Toys, food and beverage are welcome. No alcohol, tobacco, or glass items allowed. To view rates and book your dates please visit our reservation software.