What's Going on at the Mall?
Valentine's Day
February 14 2012 -Let your sweetheart know just how much you love them this year with a special gift from their favorite store here in the Rapids Mall. Whether they are a sports fan (GL Hobby) or a photo buff (Timeless Quality Imaging) you will find the perfect gift to let them know how much you care this year!
Rapids Mall Boat Show
March 02 2012 - 10:00 AMThe newest in boats and marine equipment will be on display at the mall thanks to our area marine dealerships
Lawn & Garden Show - Tentative
March 16 2012 -Spring is just around the corner and we have invited a selection of local businesses that can help you get your lawn looking it's very best. Whether you are looking for a new lawnmower or someone to do the work for you, these are the folks who can help you. Take a look at what they have to offer, talk to the people and get ready for spring this year!
Used Auto Show - Tentative
March 23 2012 -Now that taxes are back have you considered using that money for a new (to you) auto or truck? We have invited a few local dealerships to join us here at the Rapids Mall & show you a couple of the vehicles they have to offer this spring. Stop in and take a look at what they have to offer in the comfort of the mall. Get in out of the weather!
Easter Bunny
March 31 2012 - 12:00 PMCome visit the Easter Bunny this year and get your picture taken with the guy with the floppy ears! He'll be here just a couple of Saturdays before the big day so make your plans to visit him. Give him a scratch behind the ears and you might just get a little chocolate this year!
Spring Community Day
April 21 2012 -The Rapids Mall has invited local schools, churches, and non-profit organizations to join us for the 2012 Spring Community Day. They are invited to set up a booth so that they may let the public know who they are, what they do and why they do it! The participating groups will be announced. Be a part of National Volunteer Week with a visit to the Rapids Mall's 2012 Spring Community Day!
Spring Home Party Show
April 28 2012 -Browse amongst the variety of home-based businesses who are present at the show including such notables as Avon, Pampered Chef, Party Lite, & Mary Kay.
GoldWing Road Riders
April 29 2012 - 11:00 AMThe GoldWing Road Riders will be showing their pride and joys to anyone interested in motorcycles! This includes quite a few motorcycles with beautiful custom paintjobs and other work. Stop down and take a look at what a few people call road-worthy works of art!
Spring Arts & Crafts Show
May 12 2012 -Enjoy the many handmade, handcrafted, & home baked items created by area folks just like yourselves selling everything from jewelry & quilts to paintings & baked goods.
Mother's Day
May 13 2012 -Tell mom you love her with a gift from the heart and the stores of the Rapids Mall.
Memorial Day
May 28 2012 -Let's all pause for a moment and remember those loved ones who have passed from this world. Thank you for everything you did and for just being there. The Rapids Mall will close a little early today to allow everyone here a chance to remember their loved ones today.
The mall will close at 4 pm.
Law Enforcement & Summer Happenings Day
June 02 2012 -With the end of school just around the corner this is the perfect opportunity for parents & children to find out about the many activities going on in the area & what they should keep in mind to stay safe this summer. Local law enforcement agencies will be on hand to demonstrate the latest equipment, personnel, tactics, & vehicles including Wisconsin Rapids PD, Grand Rapids PD, & Wood County Sheriff.
Last Day of School
June 06 2012 -For everyone attending school (Kindergarten thru 12th) in central Wisconsin today is the last day of SCHOOL! Summer starts tomorrow! What are you doing this summer?
Father's Day
June 17 2012 -It's dad's day! Time for him to fire up the grill and have fun grilling his favorite meal! Have a great day out in the sun!
Independence Day
July 04 2012 -It's the 4th of July and the Rapids Mall will be closed today in honor of our nation's independence! Have a happy Independence Day!
21st annual Wisconsin Rapids W@cky D@ys at the Rapids Mall
July 19 2012 -It's the middle of summer and the heat has gotten to us all. Throughout Wisconsin Rapids you will find that it has even driven a few merchants W@cky enough to drop their prices to unheard of low levels! Don't miss out on the chance to find one of those w@cky deals at one of the stores here at the Rapids Mall who have succumbed to the summer heat!
Rapids Mall Coin Show
August 12 2012 -Hosted by Gary's Coins & Stamps this show features many local coin dealers & collectors from the area. Even if you're not a collector yourself come take a look at the astounding collection of coins from throughout history & around the world.
Labor Day
September 03 2012 -Thank you to everyone who puts in those hours for their paycheck every day! The Rapids Mall will close a little early so that those folks here who put in their hours can spend some time with there family.
The mall will close at 4 pm today.
Rapids Mall Car Show
September 28 2012 - 10:00 AMWisconsin Rapids auto dealerships will be showing the latest new year models including Buick, Ford, GMC, & Jeep!
Rapids Mall Bridal Expo
October 20 2012 -Featuring area merchants who cover everything you will need to think about as you assemble your perfect wedding, from caterers to dressmakers & printers to photographers.
Halloween Costume Parade & Carnival
October 31 2012 - 05:30 PMBring your little one to the annual Rapids Mall Halloween Costume Parade! For ages 6 months to 14 years, they are all invited to parade through the mall visiting each of the stores, showing off their costumes and maybe even getting some treats! The parade will form outside the Bethesda Thrift Shop in the mall at 5:30 p.m. and at 6:00 p.m. we will begin our travels through the mall. Come join your friends for a night of fun and even a little candy!
Veteran's Day
November 11 2012 -Thank a veteran today and honor all those who gave the most anyone could give for this country we call home! Thank you to all the soldiers, sailors, Marines, airmen, & guardsmen who have served and are serving our country from the Rapids Mall!
The mall will close early today at 4 pm in honor of the day.
Autumn Home Party Show
November 17 2012 - 10:00 AMChoose from a variety of vendors that come from around the area, selling items from such popular home-sale brands like Avon & Mary Kay to Pampered Chef & Tastefully Simple. Lasting until 5:00 pm that night.
Thanksgiving
November 22 2012 -Happy Thanksgiving! The mall will be closed. See you Friday, Nov. 23.
Santa's Schedule
November 23 2012 - 11:00 AMSanta will be here from 11am-5pm the day after Thanksgiving! He will be available for pictures and visiting during that time. Photo prices are: $7 per picture and $3 for additional copies.
He has also figured out that despite his busy schedule he can be here at the following times:
Friday, Nov. 23 11:00 am -- 5:00 pm
Saturday, Nov. 24 12:00 pm -- 3:00 pm
Saturday, Dec. 1 12:00 pm -- 3:00 pm
Saturday, Dec. 8 12:00 pm -- 3:00 pm
Saturday, Dec. 15 12:00 pm -- 3:00 pm
Sunday, Dec. 16 12:00 pm -- 3:00 pm
Monday, Dec. 17 5:00 pm -- 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Dec. 18 5:00 pm -- 7:00 pm
Wednesday, Dec. 19 5:00 pm -- 7:00 pm
Thursday, Dec. 20 5:00 pm -- 7:00 pm
Friday, Dec. 21 5:00 pm -- 7:00 pm
Saturday, Dec. 22 12:00 pm -- 3:00 pm
Sunday, Dec. 23 12:00 pm -- 3:00 pm
After which the big guy in red will be quite busy with a very important activity and then he is off for a well deserved vacation. Happy Holidays!
Holiday Community Day
December 01 2012 -Area church, school, and nonprofit organizations will be in the mall all day to tell you about their group, who they are, what they do and they may even have a few things for you to buy to help fund their activities.
Holiday Art & Craft Show
December 15 2012 - 10:00 AMHave you started your Christmas shopping yet? Maybe you're having a difficult time finding those final few gifts for this year. Well, may we suggest you stop in at the Rapids Mall's Holiday Arts & Crafts Show? We have a wide variety of vendors from wood working to jewelry who will be lining the main isle of the mall with their products from 10-5 that Saturday. We hope we see you there!
Christmas
December 25 2012 -Merry Christmas! The mall will be closed. Have a wonderful holiday!
If you are interested in participating in one of our upcoming events we will be happy to send you one of our applications for the show in question if you would please provide your name and physical address to:
Rapids Mall c/o John Young
Marketing/Event Coordinator
555 W. Grand Ave.
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
Phone: (715) 421-3500
Fax: (715) 421-3504
Email: johnyoung@rapidsmall.com
