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CONVENTIONS | GROUPS | SPORTS PLANNER

La Crosse Center300 Harborview PlazaP.O. Box 1027La Crosse, WI 54602-1027608.789.7400608.789.7444 faxKris [email protected] [email protected]

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Convention Sales & Services at Explore La Crosse provides full-service planning and coordination assistance with a goal of making your job easier and making your conference a success.

The services BELOW, unless otherwise indicated, are FREE to groups utilizing a minimum of 50 sleeping rooms on a given night during your stay. The referral services are designed to put you in touch with suppliers and services unique to your group’s needs.

CONVENTION SALES & SERVICES

We Offer:n 100,000 square foot Convention

Center on the Mississippi

n Premier lodging from modern hotels, historic boutique inn and charming Bed & Breakfasts.

n Spacious, unique and affordable meeting spaces

n Close proximity of hotels, award-winning restaurants & attractions.

n Historic setting

n Attractive winter rates

n Spouse and day tours

n Scenic Golf courses

n Full-service Convention and Visitors Bureau

n Clean, safe and friendly community

n Over 2,400 guest rooms

On-Site Servicesn Visitor Information

n Informational Greeter(s)*

n Supply Registration Name Badges*

n On-Site Name Badge Printer

n Registration Assistance*

n Registration Bags/Folders*

Referral Services:n Speakers: Keynote and Breakout*

n Full Color Promotional Material*

n Banners/Signs/Flyers*

n Catering*

n Entertainment*

n Equipment Rental*

n Florists*

n Interpreters*

n Sports Events/Golf Outings*

Development & Planning:n Arrange Online Housing Bureau Using Passkey®

n Attend Your Planning Sessions/Meetings

n Coordinate Shuttle/Bussing Arrangements*

n Provide Local Tour Planning and Confirmations*

n Provide Personalized Area/ Hotel Maps*

n Coordinate Spouse/Guest Programs*

n Arrange Children’s Programs/ Activities*

n Arrange Professional Tour Guides*

n Liaison with Public Officials

n Arrange Sightseeing/Walking Tours*

n Assist With Theme Parties/Banquets*

n Post-Convention Follow-Up

Media/Promotion:n Media Releases

n Radio Shows**Additional charges may apply.

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La Crosse | Wisconsin:VIBRANT DOWNTOWN

Vibrant La Crosse is the largest city on the Mississippi River in the State of Wisconsin. This city is alive with a revitalized downtown which led to receiving the prestigious Great American Main Street Award. There are fine restaurants, riverboats, museums, art galleries, a river walk, miles and miles of hiking and biking trails, breathtaking views and wonderful attractions to please any and all who visit.

Easily accessible by interstate highways, Amtrak, the navigational system, and the La Crosse Regional Airport. We are your meeting destination.

HISTORIC BEAUTY | MODERN LIFE


Wisconsin Meetings Resource Guide named Explore La Crosse (formally the La Crosse Area Convention & Visitors Bureau)as the “Most Helpful CVB in Wisconsin.”

2010 Most Secure Places to Live in the US (Small Towns) – Sperling’s Best Places.

2014 Business Insider ranked La Crosse #2 Most Exciting Small Cities in America.

2014 Outside Magazine ranked La Crosse #11 for The 16 Best Places to Live in the U.S.

2015 Entrepreneur #10 for Top 10 Small Cities Where Business is Thriving

LADCO focuses on a “triad of development,” the attraction of business, retention of business and industry, and management of the small business incubator. The La Crosse Area hosts a wide variety of businesses, a dedicated workforce, and a superb quality of life. To learn more about the benefits that await your business contact James Hill or Heather Johnson.

601 North 7th St. (608) 784-5488 www.ladcoweb.org [email protected]

La Crosse Area Development Corporation

Photo Courtesy of Tj Peterslie

We can save you time & energy and make your event more enjoyable by assisting you in arranging for your group’s individual needs.

Our goal is for you to relax and enjoy the Mississippi River and our Area while you are here and let us do the legwork.

Groups:

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GROUP SALES & SERVICES


The Group Sales & Services Department at Explore La Crosse is specifically oriented to serve the needs of your specific event. We will assist you in finding facilities that meet your specific needs and help you from the planning stages to your departure.

On-Site Servicesn Visitor Information

n Informational Greeter(s)*

n Supply Registration Name Badges

n On-Site Name Badge Printer*

n Registration Assistance*

n Registration Bags/Folders*

Proud Members:

*Additional charges may apply.

Annually, La Crosse hosts a multitude of regional and national events; some of which include fishing, running, biking, baseball, softball, wrestling, skiing, snowboarding, track and field and more.

Sporting Events:

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NATURE’S ARENA

A mecca of outdoor recreational activities and multiple state-of-the-art sport complexes make La Crosse the ideal sports destination. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Viterbo University, and Western Technical College provide major multi-purpose facilities and collegiate playing fields. When you couple these facilities with the large number of City facilities and the La Crosse Center you will find that the only limits you will encounter is your imagination.

Field & Arenas:n Multiple lighted adult & youth

baseball/softball fields

n Mount La Crosse – Downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing

n Field for Kids – 13 field soccer complex

n La Crosse Center – Sport arena

n Veterans Memorial Sport Complex – Outdoor synthetic playing turf, ten lane running track, and seatingfor 8,000+

n University facilities – Indoor & outdoor complexes

n Hundreds of miles of hiking, biking and paddle trails

n Toad’s Cove BMX – 29,309 square foot USA BMX sanctioned indoor track

n Copeland Park & Event Center- Baseball stadium that seats 3,550 with turf infield, 30 ft video board

Events:n WIAA State Track & Field Championships (annual)

n Ski & Snowboard State Alpine Championships (annual)

n Bassmasters Elite Series fishing tournaments (2012, 2013, 2016*)

n NCAA Division III Men’s & Women’s Track & Field Championships (2013, 2018*)

n NCAA Division III Wrestling Championships (2011, 2012, 2017*)

n NCGA Division III Gymnastics Championships (2015)

n Wisconsin Off Road Series (WORS) Hixon Forest Epic mountain bike race (annual)


* Confirmed future date

Awarded Motorcoach Operation of the Year in 2006. Largest motorcoach and bus convention planner in the area. We provide both buses and planning experience for your group. Offering experience with groups up to 20,000. We provide radio-equipped, wheelchair- accessible motorcoaches and school buses for local or long-distance transportation. We are a full service transportation company.

P.O. Box 256La Crescent, MN 55947(800) 345-9234 (507) 895-2349Fax: (507) [email protected]

Ready Bus Company

TRANSPORTATION

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Easy Access ... Located on French Island (Town of Campbell), the La Crosse Municipal Airport services air traffic passengers in the greater La Crosse area. Delta and American Airlines have daily flights out of the airport. Both of these carriers provide direct flights to and from Minneapolis, Chicago and Milwaukee. When booking your flight, enter LSE as the airport identifier code. With a short walk to the parking lot and a friendly, hometown staff, you will enjoy your flight in and out of La Crosse.

Airlines:Delta, delta.com 800-225-2525American Airlines, aa.com 800-433-7300Private air service Colgan Air Service 608-783-8359

Car rental service available at airport:Alamo 608-781-5624Avis 608-781-7700Hertz 608-781-7550National 608-781-5678

Train: Amtrak’s Empire Builder is located at 601 St. Andrew St. in La Crosse and makes two daily stops with links to the Twin Cities, Milwaukee and Chicago,

amtrak.com 1-800-872-7245

Interstate Highway 90 runs east/west right through the area with four exits to La Crosse. Exit 2 — Airport, Town of Campbell Exit 3 — Hwy. 35 & 53S – Old Towne North and Historic Downtown La Crosse Exit 4 — Hwy 157 & 53N Exit 5 — Hwy 16

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Lodging/Meeting Space

La Crosse, on the Mississippi, has just the right modern accommodations and amenities for you and your group. From business meetings, small group gatherings to large convention space, we are here to serve you. Hotels and meeting spaces are conveniently located in nearby communities or in historic Downtown La Crosse.

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Best Western Riverfront HotelGreat Accommodations

A warm welcome awaits you at the newly renovated Best Western Riverfront Hotel, located directly on the beautiful Black River

• 119 spacious guestrooms• Over 5,000 square feet of meeting space• Located on the Black River with beautiful views of the

river and bluffs• Spacious pool area with an indoor mini water park,

whirlpool, fitness center and guest laundry• Outdoor courtyard with miniature golf, volleyball, private

beach and boat docks• Black River Bar & Grill• Black River outdoor bar and grill (seasonal)• Complimentary high speed internet throughout the hotel• Complimentary shuttle service – limited area• Complimentary continental breakfast daily• Large meeting/banquet space with seating up to 350 people

1835 Rose St. La Crosse, WI 54603 (608) 781-7000 | (877) 688-9260 FAX: (608) 781-3195 www.bestwestern.com [email protected]

AmenitiesFEATURES: complimentary high-speed internet, restaurant on site, meeting rooms, suites, corporate rates, airport shuttle, fax/business services, pool, whirlpool, fitness center. SERVICES: direct billing, room service, express check-in, Express Yourself online check-in, laundry/dry cleaning. GROUP: baggage handling, free bus parking, on-board welcome, pre-registration, banquet facilities, seasonal rates. Complimentary extended continental breakfast Monday through Friday.

MEETING SPACE

The nearly 100,000 square feet Downtown facility sits on the banks of the Mississippi River. The South Hall features a Grand Hall, an exquisite Ballroom, stylish Boardrooms, and a second floor Terrace with a river view that leaves no one wondering why this place is called the Center on the Mississippi.

From the grand spaces of the Great Hall below to the quiet spaces of the Boardrooms above, you’ll discover why the two levels of the South Hall are favorites for meeting and event planners.

The La Crosse Center

300 Harborview Plaza La Crosse, WI 54601 (608) 789-7400 FAX (608) 789-7444 [email protected]

We have grand spaces in a great city.

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Meeting Space

The Arenan 21,000 square feet of

open floor spacen seating from 2,100

to 8,000n opens to North Hall for nearly 40,000 square feet of space

North Halln 18,000 square feet of unobstructed tile floor spacen 16 foot ceilingsn create up to 14 roomsn opens to Arena for nearly 40,000 square feet of space

The Zielke Suiten 3,500 square feet of carpeted spacen 7’ 10” ceilingsn seating for 225 theater style or 152 banquet stylen one or two room setupn skywalk to adjacent hotel

South Halls A and Bcombine to create a Great Hall of 36,000 square feet.

South Hall An 24,000 square feet of exhibit and meeting spacen 30 foot ceilings

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3 smaller rooms n up to three Boardrooms for private meetings.


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428 Front Street SouthLa Crosse, WI 54601(608) 784-9292Web: webercenterfortheperformingarts.orgEmail: [email protected]

Weber Center for the Performing Arts

LODGING/MEETING SPACE

Located in downtown La Crosse, with a unique panoramic view of the Mississippi River, this facility is available for small meetings, business presentations and social functions. Meeting spaces include a 450-seat fixed-seat proscenium theatre perfectly suited to lectures, awards ceremonies and presentations; a 100-seat black box theatre configurable in a number of arrangements; and a large classroom dividable into 3 separate rooms, suitable for breakout sessions and small-group gatherings. The facility includes appropriate AV equipment to support your event and create a theatrical experience for all participants.

Experience the comforts of home with a convenient location to downtown La Crosse and meeting facilities.

Our comfortable studio and one-bedroom hotel suites feature a fully equipped kitchen, large workspace, and even an over-stuffed recliner. Plus, our list of signature hotel amenities that we identify as being “uniquely Candlewood” allow our guests to live, work, and relax while away from home for a short term or extended stay.

Candlewood Suites

56 Copeland AvenueLa Crosse, WI 54603Toll-Free Reservations: 888-CANDLEWOODDirect Phone: (608) 785-1110Direct Fax: (608) 785-1116Email: [email protected]

AmenitiesFEATURES: All New in 2010, All Suites, Full Kitchens in Every Room, 32” Flat Screen TV’s, Cable with Multiple HBO Channels, DVD Players & DVD Lending Library, High Speed Internet Access, Candlewood Gym, Free Guest Laundry, Pet Friendly, Candlewood Cupboard, Nearby Restaurants & Shopping, Corporate Rates, Smoke Free. SERVICES: Direct billing, Express Check-In/Out, Dry Cleaning, Free Guest Laundry, Business Center. GROUP: Baggage Handling Available, Free Bus Parking, Pre Registration, Seasonal Rates

Our guests will experience all the Comforts of Home including our Candlewood Cupboard, Candlewood Gym, Business Center, DVD Lending Library, Complimentary Guest Laundry, Gazebo Grill & Free Wireless High Speed Internet!


Lodging/Meeting

Courtyard Marriott HotelOur completely renovated property is located directly on the banks of the Mississippi River in downtown La Crosse with The Bistro Restaurant and private river view terrace for you to enjoy.

The Courtyard Marriott is located just one block south of the La Crosse Center and La Crosse’s Historic Downtown. Enjoy superb customer service in a welcoming modern environment. We have spacious king rooms and double queen rooms all with 32” flat panel TV’s, lightning fast internet, refrigerators and many rooms with breathtaking views. Our hotel features an indoor pool and whirlpool, 24 hour fitness room and convenience area The Market, business center, riverside meeting room for up to 40 guests and our new Restaurant, The Bistro which is open for breakfast and dinner featuring Starbucks all day and lounge service at night. At the Courtyard, you will leave refreshed and re-energized. It’s a New Stay!500 Front St. S

La Crosse, WI 54601 (608) 782-1000(800) 321-2211 FAX: (608) 796-1827 www.marriott.com/lsecy

AmenitiesFEATURES: Free parking, cocktail lounge, restaurant on site, river view rooms, near La Crosse Center, airport shuttle. SERVICES: Business service center, express check-in, direct billing, laundry & dry cleaning, free internet. GROUP: Baggage handling availability, pre-registration, free bus parking, seasonal rates, on-board welcome, one comp per 25 persons.

The Charmant Hotel

The Charmant Hotel is the perfect venue for your event or conference. This upscale, boutique hotel right in the heart of historic downtown La Crosse has picturesque views of the Mighty Mississippi River. Conveniently located for all your recreational and business needs, the hotel is just a five minute walk to the La Crosse Convention Center.

Hotel Features• Meeting rooms up to 560 square feet with seating up to 50• 67 hotel rooms, some with river views• Multiple dining options with seating up to 80, including a rustic French-inspired restaurant• Lobby bar & lounge and Parlour• Rooftop Terrace & bar 101 State Street

La Crosse, WI 54601Phone: [email protected]

AmenitiesFEATURES: Complimentary WiFi, Elevated ceilings, Rain shower, In-room safe, 48” TV, Double vanity, In-room dining, Valet parking

Historic Downtown La Crosse’s upscale boutique hotel

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The Court Above Main“ We are bringing it back not only in a new way but in the way it once was.” - Deb Lash, owner

Private tours available.

Now booking, choice dates available.

Ask about our weekly corporate meeting and non-profit fundraiserdiscount rates.

Inquire today: [email protected]

The Court Above Main; the newest premier event venue located in historic Downtown La Crosse, Wisconsin on the third floor of a newly-renovated, historic building. The Court Above Main brings a big city vibe with a historic feel to your next event. Sixteen foot metallic ceilings adorned with crystal chandeliers create and elegant ambiance for your next affair. Massive, 14 foot draped windows allow the sunshine to paint the entire ballroom with natural light. What once was the YWCA gymnasium from 1902-1931, the restored original wood floors and detailing take you back 120 years, while the updated lounge and bar will make you feel big city in our quaint river town.

The Court Above Main is perfect for your wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, private party, corporate event, non-profit fundraiser, retirement party, celebration of life, class reunion, board meeting, birthday party; you and your guests will love The Court Above Main at The Wedding Tree.

420 Main StLa Crosse, Wisconsin(608) [email protected]

Your event is our focus! We want to make planning your next event easy and seamless.

We include in the ballroom rental:• Tables (round, banquet and cocktail)• Black Chiavari Chairs• Linen table cloths and napkins• In house sound system, speakers and wireless microphone• Private Wedding Party Room• Bartenders• On-site Event Manager

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Lodging/Meeting

GrandStay Hotel & SuitesLocated in La Crosse’s historic downtown and conveniently situated near the Mississippi River and La Crosse Center.

GrandStay® Hotel & Suites has been awarded the TripAdvisor 2015 Certificate of Excellence and 2014 Property of the Year by GrandStay® Hospitality. Located in La Crosse’s historic downtown and conveniently situated near the Mississippi River and La Crosse Center. Our pet-friendly hotel is perfect for a short visit or extended stay. Our affordable Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom Suites come with a range of accommodations including well-equipped kitchens and free Wi-Fi access. Every day starts with a complimentary Grand Start® Breakfast. We also have an indoor pool with whirlpool and exercise facility.

525 Front St. N. La Crosse, WI 54601(608) 796-1615 | (877)-388-7829lacrossegrandstay.com

AmenitiesFEATURES: Guest Room Amenities: Well-Equipped Kitchen, Full-Size Sofa Sleeper, Flat Panel HD TV with Cable, Large Business Desk,Free Wi-Fi Access, In-Room Coffee, Complimentary Grand Start® Breakfast, Indoor Pool with Whirlpool, GrandStay® Pantry, Exercise Room, Business Center with Computer, Meeting Room (20 Person Capacity), Express Checkout, Grand Returns® Loyalty Program, Pet friendly (with restrictions).

Days Inn & Conference Center

The Days Inn is close to the Airport and right off I-90 at Exit 2. With 147 guest rooms, over 5,000 square feet of meeting space, and on-site catering, we have everything you need.

Guests can relax in the large indoor pool, whirlpool spa, fitness center, or Heroes Bar & Grill. We offer complimentary continental breakfast with hot items, wi-fi, and airport shuttle.

Meeting planners will enjoy earning cash back rewards when booking with the Days Inn!

100% Smoke Free

The value you rely on from a Days Inn with amenities that exceed your expectations and hotel rewards your way!

101 Sky Harbour Drive La Crosse, WI 54603 (608) 783-1000 | FAX (608) 783-2948 www.daysinnlacrosse.com [email protected]

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Welcome to La Crosse’s NEWEST downtown La Crosse hotel!

The brand new Hampton Inn and Suites is centrally located at the gateway to downtown. Only 3 blocks north of the La Crosse Center and Historic District and only two blocks from the Mississippi.

Our 126 room hotel features free Wi-Fi, a microwave, mini-refrigerator, coffeemaker and handy lap desk. Relax on your clean and fresh Hampton bed® while watching the 42-inch HDTV. Large workspace with ample power outlets Upgrade to a studio suite for a separate living area and sofa bed, great for extended stays.

FREE hot breakfast including eggs, waffles, pastries, fresh fruit and yogurt in our spacious lobby. Swim in our indoor saltwater pool with jetted bench, or work out in the free extensive fitness center. Our La Crosse hotel offers a modern boardroom for 8 guests and a 780 sq. ft. conference room for 50 guests.

At Hampton, we are committed to you 100% with our Friendly, Authentic, Caring and Thoughtful team members and our unparalleled 100% guarantee!

Hampton Inn & Suites

511 3rd Street NLa Crosse, WI 54601(608) 791-4004 P(608) 791-4001 Fwww.hamptonlacrossedowntown.com

AmenitiesGROUP: On Board welcome with reception, baggage handling, free bus parking, express check in/out.

Holiday Inn & SuitesThe Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites is located one block east of the Mississippi River in the heart of historic downtown La Crosse, connected to the La Crosse Convention Center via skywalk.

200 Pearl St. La Crosse, WI 54601 (608) 784-4444 | (800) HOLIDAY FAX (608) 784-4480www.holidayinn.com/lacrossewi

The Holiday Inn offers 114 non-smoking guest rooms, with double queen beds or spacious king suites. Each room includes refrigerator, microwave, HDTV, free high-speed wireless internet. Our suites feature a divided room concept with a wet bar and second HDTV.

The Meeting Room is 420 square feet, located just off the hotel lobby and is perfect for small gatherings. Additional amenities are indoor pool andwhirlpool, guest laundry and dry cleaning service.

Buster’s Bar & Grill, our unique, full service restaurant and pub offers great food in a casual atmosphere. Specialities include hand-tossed pizza, gourmet pastas and great appetizers. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

AmenitiesFEATURES: cocktail lounge, restaurant on site, near La Crosse Center, indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness area. SERVICES: business center, room service, laundry and dry cleaning, free airport shuttle. GROUP: baggage handling, on-boardwelcome, pre-registration, welcome reception, seasonal rates, group menus.


Lodging/Meeting

Quality InnConvenience and quality make our Choice Hotel™ a smart choice

Our newly renovated hotel provides a wide variety of amenities designed to make your stay truly memorable whether it’s for business or pleasure. We are conveniently located off I-90 just minutes from the La Crosse Regional Airport, Historic downtown La Crosse, UW-La Crosse, and several cultural, shopping, and dining attractions.

1830 Rose StreetLa Crosse, WI 54603PH: (608) 781-1400 Fax: (608) [email protected]

AmenitiesFEATURES: Hot breakfast buffet, indoor pool and whirlpool, whirlpool suites, two-room suites, fitness center, refrigerator and microwave in all rooms, and within walking distance of local restaurants and dining places. SERVICES: Business Center, Direct Billing, and Guest Laundry

Radisson HotelGet away from the everyday

• Downtown location • Free WI-FI throughout • TRL full service restaurant & bar • 169 guest rooms with an upscale urban style • Beautiful river or downtown views • 24 hour complimentary business center • 11,500 sq ft meeting space • Ballroom and 8 flexible meeting rooms • Complete catering service on site or to a location of choice • Catering from classic to contemporary cuisine• Adjacent to 100,000 sq ft La Crosse Convention Center • Within 10 minutes to airport, train and interstate highway transportation

200 Harborview Plaza La Crosse, WI 54601 (608) 784-6680 | 800-333-3333 www.radisson.com/lacrossewi Email: [email protected]

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Settle InnYou will leave rested, refreshed, and replenished.

The Settle Inn is a hotel that excels in cleanliness and is unequalled in hospitality. Your home-away-from-home. Come and enjoy our free breakfast, free wireless high speed internet, and business center. A great place for business, the sight seer, and the whole family, including your pet (restrictions apply).

The meeting room is 400 square feet and is perfect for small gatherings. We also have a two room King Suite with a therapeutic whirlpool, wet bar, and fireplace. Other amenities include indoor pool and whirlpool.

2110 Rose StreetLa Crosse, WI 54603(608) 781-5100 | Fax: (608) 781-3574 [email protected]

AmenitiesFEATURES: Nearby restaurants, high speed internet, meeting room, indoor pool and whirlpool, free passes to local gym, pet friendly. SERVICES: Business center, direct billing, express check in/out, dry cleaning. GROUP: Free bus parking, baggage handling, welcome reception, free kick-start breakfast, seasonal rates.

Stoney Creek Hotel

You’ll experience our commitment to combining upscale hotel amenities with industry-leading guest service, ensuring that your stay is enjoyable, memorable and fully meets your expectations. We offer a distinct blend of modern lodge comfort, urban convenience and resort style relaxation. Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center is nestled along the La Crosse River Conservancy, conveniently located off I-90 (Exit 5). Our hotel offers 157 beautiful guest rooms & suites, including whirlpool and bunk bed rooms! Our unique accommodations present a hotel experience that will leave you feeling refreshed. Looking to explore in LaCrosse? Stoney Creek Hotel is located near the scenic banks of the Mississippi River, wetland prairies, tamarack swamps, and many other Coulee Region attractions.

3060 S Kinney Coulee RdOnalaska, WI 54650(608) 781-3060stoneycreekhotels.com

AmenitiesFEATURES: Free parking, LumberJack’s Saloon, wetland view rooms, near La Crosse Center, airport shuttle available, conference center space. SERVICES: Business service center, guest laundry & dry cleaning, complimentary wireless internet. GROUP: Complimentary bus parking, pre-registration, discounted group rates, on-board welcome

We understand that it takes more than amenities to make a great experience, and this is reflected in everything we do. People First.

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Super 8 of La CrosseYour Home Away From Home” with extras.

Whether your stay is for business or pleasure, you will be sure to enjoy the large indoor pool & whirlpool, beautifully remodeled rooms, newly renovated lobby, friendly service, and reasonable rates!

Nearby to plenty of attractions, and loaded with complimentary amenities, this is the place to call your home-away-from-home! Come enjoy our free breakfast, flat-screen TVs, business center, fitness center, and free wireless internet. And bring the whole family; kids are free! Pets are welcome, too (certain restrictions apply).

1625 Rose StreetLa Crosse, WI 54603(608) 781-8880 • Fax (608) [email protected]

AmenitiesFEATURES: nearby restaurants, meeting room, indoor pool and whirlpool, in-room coffee maker and fitness area. SERVICES: business service center, direct billing, laundry and dry cleaning. GROUP: free bus parking, continental breakfast.

Restaurants

Historic La Crosse, on the Mississippi, has long been a place where you could get fresh fish, a great steak, ethnic cuisine or appetizers with a beautiful view! Your attendees will find something that satisfies their taste buds. Our diverse restaurants offer amenties and conveniences that will make yourtime here a success.

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The Waterfront Restaurant & TavernThe Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern is a truly unique experience that is indulgent, exquisite and truly unforgettable.

Let The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern design a unique experiencethat is indulgent, exquisite and truly unforgettable.

Situated between the banks of the Mississippi and bustling downtown, The Waterfront offers La Crosse’s finest dining and event experience. Our professional staff will assist and advise, down to the finest detail, on all aspects of creating a successful event. Your occasion will be treasured in any of our picturesque facilities complete with elegant décor, customed designed menus, and superior service. Allow The Waterfront to host your next affair and enjoy the finest dining and hospitality in La Crosse.328 Front St.

La Crosse, WI 54601 (608) 782-5400www.thewaterfrontlacrosse.comjennifer.kloehn@thewaterfrontla-crosse.com

Piggy’s RestaurantAward winning Piggy’s Restaurant is located in the historic 1870’s Pioneer Foundry Building.

Piggy’s Restaurant is within 3 blocks of major hotels and the Convention Center. This is a destination for visitors as well as local residents. The menu consists of choice steaks, fresh seafood and meats smoked with hickory and Minnesota apple wood from the surrounding hills and bluffs.

Piggy’s Catering Services are available for both on and off-site events, including the La Crosse Convention Center. Piggy’s ballroom features 2,600 sq. ft. of available space with state-of-the-art AV equipment to make your event a success. Be it meetings, banquet meals, or social events, our staff will handle your function from planning to conclusion with the professionalism that is our signature.

• Main Ballroom, 2,600 square feet, accommodates 180• Ballroom A, 1,368 square feet, accommodates 80• Ballroom B, 960 square feet, accommodates 60• Foyer, 570 square feet, accommodates 60

All areas can be customized to accommodate specific group sizes.

501 South Front StreetLa Crosse, WI 54601(608) 784-4877 | (608) 784-5756, faxwww.piggys.com

The Banquet RoomThe Cargill Room

Private Dining Room

BreakOut Room

90 person capacity

400 person capacity

16 person capacity

28 person capacity

1800 square feet

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CULINARY CUISINE

2600 Cedar Creek Ln. Onalaska, WI 54650(608) 783-8100cedarcreekonalaska.com

Cedar Creek

Cedar Creek is a premium experience for your next private party or casual dinner experience. Cedar Creek prides itself for its unparalleled food and customer service. Cedar Creek is perfect for your next private party, wedding, corporate meeting or bus trip for up to 250. Cedar Creek also specializes in public golf outings at ourprivate golf club on Monday and Wednesday of each week during the golf season.

221 Pearl Street La Crosse WI 54601(608) 738 [email protected]

Dim Sum Tea Shop• Dim Sum Tea Shop has been in La Crosse for over 5 years.• Food – Chinese Dim Sum, Soup, Sandwich and Snacks• Drink – Hot & Iced Tea, Smoothie, Bubble Tea, Tea Latte• Gifts – Loose Leaf Tea, Tea wares, Traditional Chinese gifts, Jewelry• Events – Tea Tasting Party, Dim Sum Party, Dumpling Class

We hope to bring some different culture to you! More at Dim Sum Tea shop.Monday thru Saturday: 10 am to 7 pm, Sunday: 11 am to 3 pm.

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1930 Rose Street Hwy 53 SLa Crosse, WI 54603(608) 783-7711www.edwardospizza.net

Edwardo’s Restorante di Pizza

Edwardo’s is a casual Italian, American restaurant offering our signature wood fired oven pizzas, traditional slate deck, gas oven pizzas, rustic pastas, burgers, desserts and amazing appetizers. Enjoy our fun and casual Taverna room, with its sit down bar. Seating capacity is 200, with private dining available for groups of 20-70+. Large on site parking, near all major hotels and attractions. Motorcoach menus available. Please contact Tod Edwards with any questions, or reservation requests. Open 4pm Tues-Sun.

135 South Fourth StreetDowntown La Crosse(608) 784-9548www.fayzes.com

Fayze’s Located in downtown La Crosse, with a unique panoramic view of the Mississippi River, this facility is available for small meetings, business presentations and social functions. Meeting spaces include a 450-seat fixed-seat proscenium theatre perfectly suited to lectures, awards ceremonies and presentations; a 100-seat black box theatre configurable in a number of arrangements; and a large classroom dividable into 3 separate rooms, suitable for breakout sessions and small-group gatherings. The facility includes appropriate AV equipment to support your event and create a theatrical experience for all participants.

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Attractions

Nature created it, we cultivated it.

The La Crosse Area offers opportunities to experience and embrace a variety of attractions unique to our region.


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Paddlewheel the Mighty Mississippi with your group.

The La Crosse Queen takes passengers on a cruise back in time. Paddlewheel on the mighty Mississippi on our 150 passenger double deck sternwheeler riverboat. Groups can enjoy some of the most scenic views as they travel upstream into Minnesota, while a tour guide explains the great history of the Mississippi River.

Sightseeing Cruise 1-1/2 hours of scenic delight with a guided tour. We launch mid April through late October. Lunch or pizza buffets available on this cruise for groups of 25+.

Pizza Cruise This scenic cruise includes complimentary pizza along with unlimited beer and soda. Running mid-April through the end of October.

Captain’s Sunday BrunchBrunch fit for a “Queen” while you enjoy the beautiful sights along “Ol’ Man River”. Feast on a tasty array of hot breakfast and lunch entrees. Includes narrated tour. Advance reservations are necessary.

Friday/Sunday Dinner CruiseThese two-hour river boat dinner cruises are a wonderful way to unwind from a busy work week, travel schedule or hectic convention. The musicians will provide a relaxed atmosphere to help you forget your troubles!

Saturday Dinner CruiseMusicians provide you with a fine dining atmosphere while you enjoy a tasty, double-entre dinner. Later, a serenade will help you relax on the upper deck. 2-1/2 hour river boat cruise.

Three Hour Riverboat CruiseExperience three hours on one of the most scenic stretches of the upper Mississippi River at a most leisurely pace. Enjoy a double entree meal along with a narrated tour. Reservations required.

For More Informationcontact Kathy Jostad608-784-8523 Fax (608) 784-8522www.lacrossequeen.com

La Crosse Queen


AttractionsDown A Country RoadStep back in time as your group tours Wisconsin’s largest old order Amish community.

12651 State Hwy 33 Cashton, WI 54619 (608) 654-5318 downacountryroad.com [email protected]

Down a Country Road Tours will take your group deep in the heart of the Amish community, to experience the sights and sounds, history and traditions of the “plain people.” Your tour will include stops at Amish farms and the 6 shops at Down A Country Road.

• The Amish Shop – handcrafted furniture, quilts, rugs, baskets, jellies, maple syrup and gifts.• The Little Red Shed – intriguing country crafts and gifts• Emma’s Kitchen – Where your taste buds will be tempted with a wide array of jams & jellies, homemade noodles, flavorings & spices and so much more.• Country Corner Ice Cream Shoppe – Featuring delicious “made in Wisconsin” hand dipped cones, sundaes & floats• Memories From Amish Country – Includes keepsakes from Cranberry

Country, local bike trails, the beautiful Kickapoo Valley and Amish Country!• Not So Plain & Simple – Fun Accessories for ladies, including hand crafted purses, jewelry, scarves and more.

located 2 miles east of Cashton along State Hwy 33...just 30 miles from LaCrosse.

The Chapels of St. Rose Convent are located at the Motherhouse of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration. “Mary of the Angels” and “Perpetual Adoration” chapels are among the most beautiful in the United States.

The chapels have been featured on national and regional television. Built in the early 1900s, the chapels were dedicated on August 1, 1906. In the small Perpetual Adoration Chapel located behind the main altar, the sisters pray round the clock in perpetual adoration, a practice they have continued non-stop since 1878. The interior of the chapel is an architectural and artistic treasure. It is Romanesque in style, with Corinthian pillars and windows of Bavarian stained glass. Altars of Italian marble are decorated with bronze, onyx pillars, and inlaid mosaics of Venetian glass and mother of pearl. The entire chapel was cleaned and repainted in the 1990s in a restoration project with new lighting that further enhances the structure’s beauty.

Visitors will receive a guided tour which highlights the unique features of this exquisite chapel. Mary of the Angels Chapel was recently featured in a book, “The Architecture of Eugene Liebert: Teutonic style in the American Midwest”, by H. Russell Zimmermann.

For more information, please contact Explore La Crosse at 608-782-2220

For detailed information on the chapel, visit www.fspa.org

St. Rose Convent

Pump House Regional Arts CenterHistoric, modern and a premiere location for both large and small groups.

A historic venue situated one block from the Mississippi River, in the heart of the La Crosse Arts District, Pump House Regional Arts Center includes several unique event spaces: three art galleries, a jewel box theater, a conference room, a multifunctional art studio, and a courtyard. Our staff provides exceptional customer service to ensure your event is a success. Wi-Fi and professional sound and projection equipment are available. Plan your own programming or choose from our customizable activities, including: the popular “Paint and Pour” events, live music, film screenings, private concerts and more. Neighboring the finest restaurants and hotels, Pump House Regional Arts Center is the premiere location for both small and large events.

119 King StreetLa Crosse, WI 54601(608) 785-1434thepumphouse.org

110 South Third St.Downtown La Crosse(608) 782-6533antiquecenteroflacrosse.com

Antique Center of La Crosse

The Antique Center is one of the Midwest’s finest shops with 20,00 square feet of quality antiques and collectibles in a grand 150 year old building. We have 70 booths displaying a wide range of treasures for you and your home. Conveniently located just one block from the La Crosse Convention Center. Mon.-Sat. 9-5:30, Sun. 11-5:30.

Dregnes Scandinavian Gifts

We ship anywhere! Scandinavian Gift Shop, with a 40 year tradition of providing you with distinctive giftware for all ages. In addition,area’s only year-round Christmas Shop and Da’ Kitchen Shop, with a variety of Scandinavian baking appliances, and a wonderful selection of books. Solje, Saga, & Enamel jewelry, Rosemaling, Hadeland & Magnor Crystal, Pewter, Porsgrund China, Dale and Baltic Inspirations sweaters, Scandinavian apparel, Troentorp Swedish Clogs, ceramic nisses, gnomes, Scandinavian foods and much more!!

100 South Main StreetWestby, WI 54667(608) 634-4414(877) 634-4414Fax: (608) 634-2260www.dregnesscandinaviangifts.com

Elmers museum has five buildings plus the Duellman home to tour. This is the largest museum of its kind. 100 antique, classic & muscle cars, 25 motor cycles; 700 pedal cars, airplanes and tractors; 400 dolls; thousands of toys; and MUCH MORE. See the car in the house. Family friendly.

W903 Elmers RdFountain City, WI 54629(608) [email protected]

Elmers Auto & Toy Museum

The Pump House Regional Arts Center is a nonprofit organization founded in 1977 and is fully handicap accessible.


Hwy. 61 on Cnty. Rd. 7Pickwick, MN 55987 (507) 457-0499(507) 457-3296 (507) 452-9658pickwickmill.org

Pickwick Mill

The oldest existing industrial site in Minnesota. A beautiful mill with six floors of original and functional equipment, a 4’ X 20’ water wheel, trout streams and falls. A gift shop with stone-ground organic flour.

Fifteen minutes from La Crosse. Open May - October for am/pm tours. Allow 1 hour. Closed on Mondays.

2109 Ward Avenue La Crosse, WI 54601 (608) 787-1030 [email protected] www.pleasoning.com

Pleasoning Gourmet Seasoning Factory and Outlet Store

Tour a family owned and operated business that has been located in La Crosse, WI since 1952! Your tour will receive a brief history about Pleasoning, they will be able to sample any or all of the 36 different seasoning blends. After a tour of the mixing and filling processing areas - everyone on the tour will receive a 10% discount. Reservations required - tours available M-F 9:30 am - 3:00 pm. A $50 deposit per group with $40 refunded at the end of the tour. Accommodates 20-45 people.

Riverside ParkLa Crosse, WI 54601www.rotarylights.org(608) 784-9993

Rotary Lights

A Million Mississippi Reflections. Rotary Lights of La Crosse has been helping feed the hungry in the Coulee Region since 1995. Admission is FREE, a donation of cash or canned goods are requested. Food donations go to benefit local food pantries.

Open every day 5-10 p.m. from the day after Thanksgiving through New Years Eve.

319 Main StreetLa Crosse, WI 54601(608) 790-5419lacrossesegwaytours.com

La Crosse Segway Tours

Looking for something new and exciting to try? Have you ever seen a Segway and thought it looked like fun? Discover La Crosse as you glide effortlessly on a Segway while taking in the sights along the beautiful Mississippi River. La Crosse Segway Tours is committed to bringing unique fun-filled experiences for friends and families of all ages.

5250 Justin RoadLa Crosse, WI 54601www.guadalupeshrine.org(877) 799-4059

The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe

A remarkable location in La Crosse! Nestled among 100 acres of Wisconsin bluffs, you will find the magnificent Shrine Church where Holy Mass is celebrat-ed daily, the beautiful Votive Candle Chapel, outdoor devotional areas including Stations of the Cross and Rosary Walk, the Memorial to the Unborn, the Pilgrim Center which provides information for visitors, the Flores Mariae Gift Shop, and the Culina Mariana Café. Free admission to parking and grounds. Call us or visit our website for more information.

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PAIDLA CROSSE, WIPERMIT NO. 126

410 Veterans Memorial Drive • La Crosse, WI 54601

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