By: Sara Walters Ready to be inspired? La Crosse County and the surrounding area offers a variety of entertaining art centers for your visiting pleasure. From classic cars to marine masterpieces, the region has an eclectic mix of exhibits to choose from. Viterbo University Gallery Located on the campus of Viterbo University in the Fine… Read more »
By: Sara Walters The holidays (and hopefully the cold snap) are over. It’s time to bundle up the kiddos and get outside. Enjoy the longest season of the year with a timeless, fun-for-all ages activity…SLEDDING! Wear your children out with this comprehensive weekend itinerary of sledding locations in La Crosse and the surrounding areas. Friday… Read more »
The La Crosse, Wisconsin, area is rich in scenic beauty, diverse attractions, first-class hospitality, and superb meeting facilities. Centrally located between the states of Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin, La Crosse is the perfect site for regional meetings on the Mississippi. Meeting Planners are encouraged to contact us with questions Click here for FULL MEETINGS PAGE … Read more »
https://www.explorelacrosse.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/BBQ-e1515514300183.jpgBy: Sara Walters Grab your stretchy pants and a handful of napkins. There’s a great assortment of BBQ joints in La Crosse County to try! Whether you like fall-off-the-bone ribs or a nice saucy, smoked-meat sandwich, you can’t go wrong with these five favorites. Big Boar Barbecue – West Salem Repeatedly voted “Best BBQ” and… Read more »
By: Anastasia Penchi You know the drill. Scramble and pack on Friday morning and hope you remember everything so you won’t have to shop for a wrestling singlet or running shoes at a department store chain that you’re not familiar with in a city you don’t know very well.Winter sports tournament season is upon us,… Read more »
Pull out those skis and snowboards – or just rent them for a day – and enjoy the thrill as you zip down the hills and valleys of Mt. La Crosse. Here are five reasons to head to Mt. La Crosse this winter… Carve long after Halloween is over When someone on skis or a snowboard… Read more »
Gasoline Alley Toys & Antiques Do you have someone in your life that enjoys vintage and antique toys? Finding the right gift for them may be a feat but as luck would have it, we have an idea for you. Gasoline Alley Toys & Antiques offers vintage and antique toys. They specialize in toy vehicles… Read more »
Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Mississippi River Valley. We have some great ideas to help you get outside and enjoy the best of nature in our area and have a truly accessible vacation.Upper Missisisippi U.S. Fish & Wildlife Visitor CenterThe Center is located on Brice Prairie in Onalaska and is completely… Read more »
By: Sara Walters There are lots of bars in La Crosse and surrounding areas that are rumored to have the best Bloody Mary around. One of the region’s top contenders is Rivers Rats on French Island. On the banks of the Mississippi, River Rats is a local favorite, featuring a full menu and bar as well… Read more »
Lights Over North La Crosse is a great event for the North La Crosse Community. The event takes place in Copeland Park and is a chance for family and friends to connect and kick off the beginning of the Holiday Season. Organized by the North La Crosse Business Association, it has become an annual… Read more »
