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The Emerald Night Club

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Address
320 Washington St, Wausau, WI 54403
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Phone
+1 715-679-3606
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Website
emeraldnightclub.com

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About this place The Emerald Night Club

The Emerald Night Club is Wausau's only LGBTQ+ bar and the anchor of gay nightlife across central and northern Wisconsin. It opened in September 2025 in the downtown space at 320 Washington Street that for nearly three decades was home to OZ, the beloved gay bar that closed in June 2025 — carrying forward a role locals long described as "the only gay bar for a hundred miles." Google reviewers give it a 4.6 rating. The club runs a dance-floor-and-drag format, with regular drag performances, themed nights and DJ events, and draws a mixed LGBTQ+ crowd from Wausau, Stevens Point, Marshfield and the surrounding northwoods. It sits a block off the 400 Block in the heart of downtown, within walking distance of most downtown hotels and restaurants. Check @theemeraldnightclub on Instagram for the current line-up of shows and events.

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Food served Mixed LGBTQ+ Drag scene Dance Local favorite DJ sets Dance club Themed parties Evening venue Late night (after midnight) Drag shows

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4.6
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52 reviews

Based on 52 Google reviews.

Jim Muldoon
Jim Muldoon Sep 2026
★★★★★

Great gay bar in Wausau! All are welcome!

Joshua Lentz
Joshua Lentz Sep 2026
★★★★★

We went for karaoke and had a blast! Everyone was so happy and having a great time.

Alisha S
Alisha S Sep 2026
★★★★★

Amazing atmosphere!

Mack Zaddy
Mack Zaddy Jul 2026
★★★★★

Best Night Club in Wausau. Changed my life 💕

Leigh Graff
Leigh Graff Jul 2026
★★★★★

Great vibe and amazing drinks!! Best bar in town!

Jacob Deglow
Jacob Deglow Jul 2026
★★★★★

Amazing atmosphere great staff and welcoming environment

Michael Baumann
Michael Baumann Jul 2026
★★★★★

Very nice staff, clean area, open to more than just gay people

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Last updated on 3 October 2026

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