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Visit Waupaca Chain O'Lakes

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The official page for the Waupaca Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Follow along to discover all things to eat, play, and do from the Chain to Main!

Waupaca is in central Wisconsin half way between Appleton & Stevens Point along Hwy 10. In summer, Waupaca is known for the Chain O' Lakes with boating, swimming, kayaking, touring and fishing. Waupaca is also known for its' unique shops in both the downtown area and in King. In winter, activities turn to snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and girlfriend and romantic getaways for couples at our great B&B's.

10/30/2026

JUST IN TIME FOR HALLOWEEN!! 🍭🤍

Step inside Shindig affectionately known as Waupaca’s Candy Land! Find everything from sweet and sour treats to chocolates and grab bags, there’s something for every sweet tooth and ofcourse, toys, stickers, squishies, and so much more.

Stop in during Halloween on Main tonight from 4–6 p.m., and keep the fun going at SHINDIG’s Halloween party tomorrow from 10 a.m.–7 p.m.!

10/29/2026

It’s officially Halloween on Main eve! Jim and the crew are downtown adding freshly carved pumpkins and putting the finishing touches on the display.🎃🤍

See you tomorrow from 4–6 PM in downtown Waupaca!

10/28/2026

Downtown Waupaca is in for a seriously spooktacular afternoon! 🤪👻 We can’t wait to celebrate the season this Friday from 4-6pm for Halloween on Main!

Come in your costumes, trick or treat your way through downtown, enjoy endless family friendly activities, live music, and of course, Pumpkin Time on Main with Jim Miller!

Admission is free, but food and monetary donations are accepted to benefit local charities!

10/26/2026

Parade sign-ups are NOW OPEN!⛄❄

Help us kick off Waupaca’s Yuletide Celebration with some holiday magic on Main Street!

Thursday, December 3 at 6:30 PM
With the Community Tree Lighting at Danes Hall Plaza will follow immediately after the parade.

Sign up here: https://www.waupacachamber.com/event-detail/rTTHEz6F6KodLIMVPVuG5g2/waupaca-s-yuletide-celebration-parade

Keep the celebration going December 3–6 with local shopping, the Cookie Walk, Holly Jolly Trolley, family activities, visits with Santa, and more throughout Waupaca!

10/22/2026

You’ve seen the pumpkins lighting up downtown Waupaca. But where did it all begin?

Meet Jim Miller, whose backyard hobby grew into an iconic fall tradition—with a little help from friends and plenty of “pumpkin therapy.”

Read the story behind Pumpkin Time on Main: https://app.chambermate.com/public/standalone?standaloneContentTypeCode=POST&entityKey=xdlw|_KocnQwye1R7Rpb6Q2

10/21/2026

The videos at night can never to the pumpkin detail justice, so obviously I had to come down during the day to give you some close ups! Have you came down to see this year’s display yet? If not, you’ll want to add it to your weekend plans! 🎃

For the story behind the famous pumpkins, tap the 🔗

10/20/2026

Every pumpkin has a story, and this one starts with Jim Miller! 🎃

What began as a small neighborhood tradition has grown into one of Waupaca’s most cherished fall events, drawing visitors from across Wisconsin, Illinois, and even world wide!

Pumpkin Time on Main lights up downtown with more than 200 hand-carved pumpkins from October 22–November 3rd and we can’t wait to see you there!

Share Jim’s story with your friends & tag who you’re bringing in the comments!

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10/19/2026

It’s beginning to look a lot like faaaaall! 🎶🍂🎃

Pumpkin Time on Main is NOW OPEN! Take a walk through Waupaca and soak up the fall from October 19–November 2.

10/15/2026

Waupaca’s fall color is officially at 75%, and the views just keep getting better!

Show us your fall photos in the comments! 📸🔽

10/15/2026

The perfect weather, the perfect fall colors & crystal clear lakes. It doesn’t get much better than this. 🍂😍

📸: madeline_eveee

Address

315 S Main Street
Waupaca, WI
54981

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17152587343

Website

https://www.waupacachamber.com/

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