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Welcome to West Bend

Experience charming West Bend, located just minutes from Milwaukee in the picturesque hills of the Kettle Moraine. West Bend offers outstanding trails, a historic downtown and fantastic museums, including the Museum of Wisconsin Art. Plus, it’s the Geocaching Capital of the Midwestâ„¢. Plan your trip today.

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Holidays in West Bend

If you’re already counting down to the holiday season, West Bend is the place for you. Our downtown comes to life with decorations and shopping beginning November 7. Come celebrate…

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Find Your Summer Adventure in West Bend!

Whether you’re a festival fanatic, outdoor adventurer, or boutique shopper, West Bend offers the perfect summer getaway. See what’s in store below, then plan a weekend away for a summer…

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Plan Your Dream Wedding at Lac Lawrann Conservancy

  Located just one mile away from downtown West Bend,  the quiet, natural setting of Lac Lawrann is the perfect location to host a beautiful wedding ceremony and reception. The…

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Make a weekend of it!

The City of West Bend offers outdoor recreation, live entertainment, arts and culture, dining, shopping, and more! Plan your next weekend getaway. Check out our five hotel options, including the new TownPlace Suites by Marriott located in the downtown district.

Outdoor Fun

Get out & play

Explore parks, trails and outdoor recreation opportunities throughout West Bend.

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Biking the Eisenbahn State Trail

Biking

Explore the Eisenbahn State Trail, off-road routes in the Glacial Blue Hills Recreation Area or scenic country roads throughout the West Bend area.

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Couple cross-country skiing on the trails in West Bend

Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing

Enjoy a winter trek on West Bend's cross-country skiing and snowshoe routes.

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Kids downhill tubing

Downhill Skiing & Tubing

West Bend is ideally located between two premier ski areas, so it’s the perfect place for an easy winter getaway.

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Hiking Kettle Moraine State Forest

Hiking, Walking & Running

Find a place for a morning stroll, a scenic running route or an invigorating nature hike.

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snowmobiling

Snowmobiling

Beautiful snowmobile trails may be closer than you think—there are 186 miles of groomed trails surrounding West Bend.

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Upcoming Events

Find fun festivals, live music, farmers' markets, and more all year long.


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Merry & Bright Shopping Nights

December 12

Downtown West Bend shops are open later until 8pm for your holiday shopping needs the first three Thursdays of December! December 5December 12December 19 Stroll the beautifully lit streets that…

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Breakfast with Santa

December 14

Santa arrives in a helicopter for this unforgettable Christmas event! Get your tickets at eaa1158.org

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