October Newsletter

Community Events:   

  • October 26 @ 6:30 pm: Expo Center Open Skate
  • October 27/29: Intermediate & Beginner Basketball starts
  • November 7: Superhero Fun Run
  • November 13-16: Curling Club Learn to Curl & Open House


Registration Deadlines: 

  • October 19: Beginner & Intermediate Basketball
  • November 16: Men's Basketball
  • December 14: Spring League Pickleball 
  • December 14: Spring League Coed Volleyball
  • January 8: Spring League Women's Volleyball A, B & C

The new Business Center is Open!

Stop in for a tour, get your business lounge access code, or ask about leasable offices!


-Need help starting or developing your small business?

-Need to formulate a business plan?

-Want help with some market research or financing?

-Have questions about Medicaid, renter or landlord issues?

-Have entrepreneurial dreams you want to pursue?


Check out our Expert Office Hours!

Local experts are available weekly or monthly to meet with you on various topics. Drop in during scheduled hours, or call the Rec office for details and to request an appointment.



We also have 2 Telehealth Rooms!

(Free, private spaces for virtual healthcare visits)


  • A quiet, dedicated space
  • Reliable internet access
  • Computer with AV & software
  • Free-to-use medical equipment
  • Includes a mother's suite


We provide the room and equipment; users are responsible for scheduling their telehealth appointment directly with their healthcare provider before reserving the room through Waupaca Rec Center.

Youth Programs

Beginner Basketball

October 29-December 12

Grades: K-1

Thursdays: 3:15-4:15 WLC Gym

Saturdays: 9:00-10:00 Rec Center

Registration Deadline: October 19

Intermediate Basketball

October 27-December 12

Grades: 2-3

Tuesdays: 3:15-4:15 WLC Gym

Saturdays: 10:00-11:00 Rec Center

Registration Deadline: October 19

 

2026/2027 Activity Guide

(click on the booklet cover to view guide)

Scholarships May Be Available for Youth Programs

If you need financial assistance, please use our scholarship program - Walleye's for Kids-to help offset the cost of our youth programs. The scholarship can cover up to $100 for a program. Please fill out a separate form for each program.

Adult Programs

Men's Basketball League

Wednesday Nights 6-10pm



December 2nd thru March 31st


Registration Deadline: Nov 16

Sign up Here

Adult Chess Club



Thursdays 1:30-3:30

Recreation Center Lobby


Come play chess with community members! All skill levels are welcome to play. This is free and open to the public. No registration necessary.

 
 

Get your

Friends of the Waupaca Parks

T-shirt or Hat!


Only $20!


Pick yours up at the Recreation Center anytime - weekdays, 7:30 am and 4 pm.

All proceeds go right back into the Parks.


Senior Center News

Over 50?

This is the place to be!

See what's happening at

Looking for More Arts and Culture?

Volunteer Opportunities

Register by October 16, 2026

Adopt-A-Trail Program

We are looking for organizations and community members interested in assisting the Waupaca Park and Recreation Department in maintaining safe and well-groomed trails on the River Ridge Trail system. This is a great opportunity for businesses, Boy and Girl Scout troops, classrooms, clubs, groups of friends or families to give back to their community by helping us protect this great local resource.


Want to join the Adopt-A-Trail program?

WHY WAUPACA?

Looking for the perfect home or business location? Relocate to Waupaca. No matter

where you are in life, we have a little something for everyone! Check out why the

Waupaca Area is such a great place to live, work, and play: https://wearewaupaca.com/.

See ya soon! #WEAREWAUPACA

 

Mission Statement

The City of Waupaca Parks and Recreation Department strives to enrich the lives of our community members by providing creative recreation programs, quality parks, and engaging community events.


Vision Statement

Our vision is to create a strong community through lifelong recreation.

Recreation Center

407 School Street

Waupaca, WI 54981

715.258.4435

cityofwaupaca.org

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