EVENTS
From recreational events to educational programs, summer concerts to the fall color festival,
The Friends offer a variety of fun park events throughout the year.
Invasive Garlic Mustard Removal Event
Saturday, May 16 & 30, 2026
9 am -12 pm
State Park Amphitheater
Rib Mountain State Park
Volunteers can meet at the amphitheater parking lot and should bring work or garden gloves, water, and wear appropriate shoes for hiking on potentially rocky/uneven terrain off-trail. Tick repellent is also a good idea.
Volunteer daily park passes will be provided to anyone who doesn’t have a park sticker.
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Park officials and/or Friends of Rib Mountain State Park will cover proper plant ID and distribute maps of the garlic mustard locations.
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If you have any questions please feel free to call the park office 715-842-2522
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More details on Facebook
Rib Mountain
Spring Wildflower Hike
Saturday, May 9, 2026
10:00 AM
Park trailhead at W1480 Grouse Ln
(south of North Mountain Rd - Hwy NN)
The Friends of Rib Mountain State Park invite you to hike and explore the glory of Rib Mountain State Park, and enjoy the Park’s many Spring wildflowers.
This guided hike will begin at 10 am on May 9 at the Park trailhead at W1480
Grouse Ln, Wausau (drive south from Hwy NN - North Mountain Rd), and will last for approximately 1 ½ hours. Hikers should bring water and tick repellent, and be prepared to hike some uneven trails with downhill and uphill areas.
If the weather is questionable on the day of the hike, you can check the Friends Facebook page or call the Friends at 715-680-9480.
2026
Concerts in the Clouds
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Sam Ness
Folk/Americana roots with an
Indie feel​, from Sauk City WI
Sat. June 27th 6:00-8:00pm
Harmonious Wail
Americana-infused Gypsy Jazz
returns for 2026 from Madison
Sat. July 18th 6:00-8:00pm
Junkyard Mule
Traditional Bluegrass and old time covers, with original songs, from Duluth
Sat. Aug 8th 6:00-8:00pm
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​Admission to the concerts is FREE, but a daily or annual park admission pass is required. Early arrival & carpooling is encouraged. Parking space is limited.
More details on Facebook