Rain, Rain, you can stay

Let’s be honest. Sometimes the weatherman’s predictions are...well, not always so accurate. It’s ok, don’t fret! When a sunny cloudless day turns into a passing storm, all you need is a slight change in plans. Thankfully, we’ve put together a fun-fi lled list that is exploding with exciting rainy-day activities. Grab your umbrella and check ‘em out!

for the Explorer

Here’s your opportunity to escape the rain the way Mother Nature intended - with a stroll through the geologic wonder that is

CAVE OF THE MOUNDS. No umbrellas needed down here as you explore the cave at your own pace, or sign up for a guided tour. Either way, prepare to witness a stunning array of colorful crystal formations on paved-lighted walkways.

Budding spelunkers, rejoice!

for the Scientist

Rain or shine, boost your brainpower at TOMMY BARTLETT EXPLORATORY, a can’t-miss experience for all ages. The exploratory is packed with more than 175 interactive, hands-on activities, including an authentic Russian Space Station MIR core module! But, that’s just the beginning. Amaze your friends when you lift a 5000 lb. car off the ground using a giant lever! The best part? Tommy Bartlett Exploratory isn’t just great family fun - it’s fun AND educational! Guests will learn the science that makes all of the interactive exhibits function. Escape the rain, and come out smarter than you started!

for the Gamer

It might be dreary and gray outside, but a visit to WILD FUN ZONE is sure to brighten your day. Home to the largest arcade in Wisconsin

Dells, the Wild Fun Zone has a little something for everyone!

Blast your buddies in the laser tag arena, shoot for a hole-in-one at the mini golf course, or crush the high scores in the arcade.

No sunshine needed for this outing!

For the wonderer

When the weather gets intense, try staying in tents ... one very big one, to be exact! Be a kid all over again when you rediscover the magic and wonder within the walls of the Big Top at CIRCUS WORLD MUSEUM! This one-of-a-kind attraction combines the rich history of the Ringling Brother’s circus with wildly fun, original entertainment. Stay comfortably dry as you explore the museum or take in a live performance featuring everyone’s classic circus favorites - high fl ying aerialists, silly clowns, talented jugglers, elephants, horses, and so much more!

for the problem solver

Chances are you can escape the rain, but the real question is, can you escape these rooms? Test your ingenuity, observance, and deduction skills within the walls of any of the fi ve, fully-themed rooms at DELLS ESCAPE

ROOMS. Do your friends and family have what it takes to free yourselves in a race against your wits and the clock? You’ll face puzzles, clues, and riddles with varying degrees of diffi culty, based on your room adventure selection. It doesn’t take a detective to see why Dells Escape Rooms is a perfect addition to your vacay, regardless of the weather conditions.

for the Nostalgia Chaser

Raining cats and dogs? Well, don’t have a cow! Step out of the rain and into FYP TOTALLY 80’S to bring heaps of nostalgia to your cloudy day! Explore a world of retro-inspired fantasy, while snappin’ some seriously sassy selfi es. Scale the giant Rubik’s cube, strap some bright leg-warmers and get lost in this pop culture experience of bodacious bliss! At Totally 80’s, you’ll go beyond viewing the nostalgia-inducing exhibits with wearables. Travel back in time to our favorite decade when you rock a rad outfi t from hundreds of 80’s pieces and moonwalk your way through the entire experience!

for The Old Soul

The sun might be hiding, but your smiles don’t have to. Immortalize your incredible vacation with one of OLD ABE’S OLD TIME PORTRAITS photoshoots! Journey back in time with one of sixteen unique sets and over fi ft y fun themes. Choose from incredible sets like the Wild West, Civil War, SteamPunk, Speakeasy, 1870’s Casino, Bath House, or even Vampires! You’ll have so much fun living in the past that you’ll forget about the current cloudy weather. Your photo is ready in just minutes, but the memories will last a lifetime.

for the thrill seeker

Is there any better time to explore a haunted mansion than on a dark and stormy day? Get your spook on with a Dells haunted attraction. Check out what chilling mysteries lie within this suspiciously dark abode. Will you encounter spirits, enigmas, or unexplained phenomenons? There’s only one way to know for sure. You might be out of the rain, but not out of the dark that lies within the HAUNTED MANSION.

for the wine taster

Dry wine on a wet day - balanced as all things should be! If the clouds are bringing out your sour side, start your wine-ing and dry off inside the spacious and modern

BALANCED ROCK WINERY. Year-round wine-making and tasting rooms just beg to be explored, with live musical performances complimenting your visit. Pair any of the 17 wines with an assortment of delightful bites prepared fresh from the on-site kitchen. Between the fi ne foods, local wines, and live music, you might just want the rain to stay a little longer!

for the engineer

Oh no ... a little rain can’t stop this train. So, all aboard! Experience a trip back in time with a 7 mile, 55-minute round trip ride aboard the meticulously restored railroad cars at MID-CONTINENT RAILWAY MUSEUM! Guests depart from the historic wooden depot, as the authentically-dressed conductor shouts “all aboard” in anticipation of your journey. Upon your return, explore the museum, featuring over 40 train cars, locomotives, and restorations from the “Golden Age of Railroading.”

Dells legends tell of a canyon buried deep in the rocky banks of the Wisconsin River, where dark things haunt the passages and shadows move in the moonlight. What lurks inside? Take an aft er-dark boat ride to the canyon and embark on foot to fi nd out. A scary good time with creepy sights, live scares and a spooky four-block walk. 11 Broadway, downtown Wisconsin Dells. Memorial Day – Oct. Check website for days and times. 608-254-8555 | dellsghostboat.com

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WISCONSIN BIG CAT RESCUE & EDUCATIONAL CENTER 

Come enjoy our amazing rescue facility that 25 Big Cats call their sanctuary. Feed your favorite big cat or enjoy your own picnic lunch surrounded by our majestic Big Cat Family! A Wild Adventure like no other! Be sure to check out our onsite cabin rentals with access to the Rescue and many amenities! Just 25 minutes from Wisconsin Dells! 608-524-5466 | wisconsinbigcats.org

 BIG CHIEF GO-KARTS

The original Big Chief Go-Karts with an aff ordable twist. Zoom up and down Race Mountain with your child in our two seater go-kart or just dare it alone. Or, race the whole family on this one-of-a-kind waterfall racing experience. 608-254-2490

THE SWAN BARN DOOR 

The Swan Barn Door event facility in beautiful Wisconsin Dells will provide a unique rustic and elegant setting to host Weddings, Receptions & Rehearsal Dinners; Bridal & Baby Showers; Corporate Conventions & Events; Family Reunions and even one-of-a-kind Special Private Parties. Contact us for more information and reservations. 608-254-5900 | theswanbarndoor.com

 LIL’ BUMPKIN PLAY VILLAGE & PETTING FARM

AT COUNTRY BUMPKIN FARM MARKET

Family Fun on the Farm! Play village, petting farm, pedal kart raceway, zipline, obstacle course, and lots more! U-Pick/We-Pick berries, fresh produce, gift s, ice-cream, bakery. Fall pumpkin picking, fall farm train rides, corn maze, homemade caramel apples, fall weekend concessions. Open daily. 608-254-2311 | countrybumpkinfarm.com