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Weekend Trip: Madison to Eau Claire

Your guide to family-friendly activities in Eau Claire

August 3, 2024

Eau Claire, WI — 3 hour drive from Madison


Action City

This giant trampoline park features a huge arcade, go karts, laser tag, and mini golf. It is located in Metropolis Hotel, which is a family-based hotel with an indoor waterpark! They also offer ziplining, mini bowling, and Ninja Warrior style obstacle courses. 

Open daily, but hours vary for each attraction

5150 Fairview Drive, Eau Claire


Children’s Museum of Eau Claire

Kids can take their imagination to the next level as they fix trucks, work at an animal hospital, and dig up fossils. There is a play area for younger kids and toddlers. This museum was recently renovated in 2023 to give families the best experience! 

Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm (Summer hours)

126 N Barstow St, Eau Claire


Carson Park

This beautiful park is located on Half Moon Lake. It has plenty of open space for running around and playing. You can view sculptures, visit the Paul Bunyan themed logging museum, or watch the Eau Claire Express, the town's minor league baseball team, play a game.

Open daily

100 Carson Park Dr, Eau Claire


The Reboot Social

A full service restaurant with tons of board games, duckpin bowling, and a classic arcade with games new and old. For the adults, there is a bar serving a variety of cocktails and other drinks. 

Open daily, 11am-11pm on weekdays, and 2am close on weekends

220 S Barstow St, Eau Claire


High Roller Skating Center

Roller skating is still alive and well in Eau Claire! You can go roller skating, along with playing at the arcade or playground here! They have themed events, such as glow in the dark and Disney night! There is a live DJ and a variety of concessions. 

Open Fri-Sun, hours vary

3120 Melby St, Eau Claire