{"id":9895,"date":"2026-03-30T13:42:44","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T18:42:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.uww.edu\/ucinfo\/?p=9895"},"modified":"2026-04-29T14:54:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T19:54:06","slug":"budget-friendly-off-campus-whitewater-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.uww.edu\/ucinfo\/2026\/03\/30\/budget-friendly-off-campus-whitewater-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Budget-Friendly Off Campus Whitewater Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you bored of the same routine? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wondering what low-cost places<\/strong> and events are happening beyond campus that you can do with friends, family, or organization members? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This blog is for you! Check out what Whitewater, WI has in store for you this semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Markets<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Flea Market <\/strong>
Hosted by Stellar Vintage 

Check out local small businesses, vintage clothing, artwork, and more! Invite your friends and mark your calendars for this fun event!

Upcoming date:<\/strong>
– Friday, May 1, from 4-8 pm at Second Salem  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Farmers Market<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stock up on fresh produce, baked goods, and local essentials. This market occurs the first Saturday of May through the last Saturday of October at Cravath Park.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Community <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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BaristaCats Cat Cafe<\/strong>

Need a stress reliever from homework and finals? Cuddle some adorable kitties and meet the lovely crew at BaristaCats Cat Cafe. They even have a student discount on Sundays with your HawkCard! 

Check out their website: www.baristacatscafe.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stellar Vintage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need some fashionable items for Greek life events, a date, or even just day-to-day life? Check out curated items and vintage fashion at Stellar Vintage! Located downtown across from BaristaCats Cafe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whitewater Arts Alliance<\/strong>

Boost your creativity at the Whitewater Arts Alliance!
Through art exhibitions, collaboration opportunities, literary performances, and workshops, you can get involved with the arts community here in Whitewater.

Stop by and check out their latest exhibit or attend an artist reception! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Check out their website: www.whitewaterarts.org<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Studio 84<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studio 84 is a nonprofit art studio, gallery, and gift store that specializes in the creative development of people with disabilities. They have dance classes, art workshops, and collaborations that you can get involved with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out their website: www.studio84inc.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whitewater Movie Theatre<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

See a movie on the big screen! Whitewater Cinemas is the perfect place to catch great movies, play pinball, and grab classic movie theater snacks.<\/strong> They offer student discounts on Wednesdays when you show your HawkCard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out their website: www.whitewatercinemas.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whitewater Historical Society Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested in learning more about Whitewater and its neighboring towns? The Whitewater Historical Society preserves and interprets the local history of this area and hosts interesting talks and guest lectures on a variety of historical topics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out their website: www.whitewaterhistoricalsociety.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nature<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Indian Mounds Park<\/strong>

Also known as the Whitewater Effigy Mounds Preserve, this 21.5 acre park is located on the west side of town. The mounds are estimated to have been built between 800 A.D. and 1200 A.D. and were considered a common meeting place for Native American tribes.

Learn more at: www.wwparks.org\/park-guide\/whitewater-effigy-mounds-preserve<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ice Age Trail<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ice Age Trail at Whitewater Lake offers a 4.6-mile hike through the Kettle Moraine Forest. Its beautiful and scenic landscape offers a great outdoor activity for the common adventurer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whitewater is a great place to explore, get connected, and have fun! As college students, it is hard to splurge on expensive getaways, but our college town has lots of low-cost options and student discounts that keep you on budget.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invite your friends and explore the world of Whitewater, WI! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Caitlyn Dickman<\/strong>
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