Lac Lawrann Conservancy
Dirty Ninja Mud Run for Kids™
Wisconsin's #1 Farmers Market!
Eisenbahn State Trail
Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA)
Ridge Run Park
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 Midwest™. Plan your trip today.
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5 Ways to Send Love This Valentine’s Day
Looking for a way to share your love this Valentine’s Day? Downtown West Bend has you covered! Our Main Street-area shops and boutiques make it easy to find the perfect…
View ArticleLet West Bend Light Up Your Holiday Season
If you are looking to make your Christmas merry and bright – in a literal way – West Bend has you covered! With December upon us, snow on the ground,…
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Shop Small This Holiday Season in Downtown West Bend
The holiday season is here, and there’s no better place to soak up the spirit of the season than in Downtown West Bend. Our streets are festive, our shops are…
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Goodness on Social
West Bend is a community full of people who care and who pour their hearts into making our city a wonderful place to explore.
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Get out & play
Explore parks, trails and outdoor recreation opportunities throughout West Bend.
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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.
Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Enjoy a winter trek on West Bend's cross-country skiing and snowshoe routes.
Downhill Skiing & Tubing
West Bend is ideally located between two premier ski areas, so it’s the perfect place for an easy winter getaway.
Hiking, Walking & Running
Find a place for a morning stroll, a scenic running route or an invigorating nature hike.
Snowmobiling
Beautiful snowmobile trails may be closer than you think—there are 186 miles of groomed trails surrounding West Bend.
Shop Small This Holiday Season in Downtown West Bend
The holiday season is here, and there’s no better place to soak up the spirit of the season than in Downtown West Bend. Our streets are festive, our shops are…
Upcoming Events
Find fun festivals, live music, farmers' markets, and more all year long.
Chocolate Around the Bend
Spend your time exploring Downtown West Bend, sample chocolates, chocolate inspired drinks, treats, scents, and so much more.
Learn more about this eventChinese New Year Celebration
Join us as we celebrate the Year of the Horse on Wednesday, February 18th!  The Lion Dance is a free outdoor event open to everyone. The dance will be held on…
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