Plan your ParaCon weekend
EverythingYou Need forYour Stay inJanesville
Find the venue, choose a hotel, grab a good meal, and make time to explore the city while you are here.
April 23–24, 2027 · Janesville, Wisconsin
The venue
Easy to Reach. Built for a Full Weekend.
Woodman’s Sports & Convention Center is a modern event complex connected directly to Uptown Janesville. Restaurants, shopping, and hotel choices are close by, while I-39/90 is only a few minutes away.
Flexible space for conventions, sports, meetings, and community events.
25,800 square feet that can divide into as many as four sections.
A year-round ice arena alongside a separate multipurpose arena.
The ParaCon entrance, room assignments, best parking area, rideshare pickup, and detailed accessibility instructions will be added after they are confirmed.
Getting here
Start With Milton Avenue
Woodman’s Sports & Convention Center2510 Milton Avenue
Janesville, WI 53545
From I-39/90, use WIS 26/Milton Avenue, Exit 171A, and follow the overhead signs early. The venue is connected to Uptown Janesville.
A hometown connection
Janesville’s Own: DeEtte Ranae
Janesville is DeEtte Ranae’s hometown, giving her appearance at The Midwest ParaCon a special local connection. A certified psychic medium, medical intuitive, and spiritual teacher, DeEtte is known for her compassionate, down-to-earth approach. She joins Sarah Lemos for the Saturday evening gallery at 7:00 p.m.
Where to stay
Choose the Stay That Fits Your Weekend
Janesville has several hotel choices within one to five miles of the venue. These six cover quick stays, suites, pet-friendly rooms, and a downtown option.
Within a ten-minute drive
Tru by Hilton Janesville
2702 Pontiac Place · Janesville, WI
A simple, modern stay with free hot breakfast, an indoor pool, a fitness center, and free parking.
Check rooms and policies ↗Pontiac Place hotel cluster
TownePlace Suites Janesville
2706 Pontiac Place · Janesville, WI
All-suite rooms with full kitchens, free breakfast, an indoor pool, guest laundry, grills, and an outdoor fire pit.
Check rooms and policies ↗Short drive to the venue
Hampton Inn Janesville
2400 Fulton Street · Janesville, WI
Recently renovated rooms with free hot breakfast, an indoor pool, a fitness center, and connecting-room options.
Check rooms and policies ↗Near I-90 and US 14
Holiday Inn Express Janesville
3100 Wellington Place · Janesville, WI
Free breakfast, an indoor pool and whirlpool, plus space for buses, trailers, RVs, and trucks.
Check rooms and policies ↗On Milton Avenue
AmericInn by Wyndham Janesville
3900 Milton Avenue · Janesville, WI
A heated atrium pool, hot tub, free breakfast, game room, and an on-site pub make this an easy full-service choice.
Check rooms and policies ↗Downtown Janesville
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites
20 W. Milwaukee Street · Janesville, WI
A downtown stay with free breakfast, an indoor pool, extended-stay suites, and Wissota Chophouse on site.
Check rooms and policies ↗Rates and room inventory will change. ParaCon does not control the listings or booking terms shown on hotel websites.
Where to eat
Good Stops Before, Between, and After Events
Start close to the venue, head downtown for local flavor, or find breakfast before the doors open. Use the filters to narrow the list.
Breakfast & coffee
Havana Coffee
1250 Milton Ave, Suite 180
Coffee, tea, smoothies, baked goods, all-day breakfast, sandwiches, and salads.
View menu and current hours ↗Closest local sit-down
San Miguel de Allende
2431 Milton Avenue
Mexican favorites including tacos, fajitas, ceviche, and molcajetes, just down Milton Avenue.
View menu and current hours ↗Janesville favorite
Milwaukee Grill
2601 Morse Street
Burgers, steaks, seafood, Wisconsin fish fry, cheese curds, and gluten-free choices.
View menu and current hours ↗Downtown breakfast
Citrus Cafe
208 S. Main Street
A reliable breakfast and lunch stop with fresh orange juice and fresh-ground coffee.
View menu and current hours ↗Casual downtown stop
Sandwich Bar
54 S. Main Street
Gourmet sandwiches, beer, colorful murals, board games, and carefully handled gluten-free choices.
View menu and current hours ↗Janesville tradition
The Italian House
1603 E. Racine Street
Italian comfort food and Gondola subs on house-made bread, serving Janesville since 1987.
View menu and current hours ↗Things to do
Turn the Trip Into a Janesville Weekend
The event lands in early spring, so this list mixes indoor choices with outdoor stops that are worth checking when the weather cooperates.
Connected to the venue
Uptown Janesville
The easiest stop for indoor walking, shopping, food, and a break between ParaCon activities. Two mall laps equal one mile.
Individual store hours vary.
Plan your visit ↗Twenty acres of gardens
Rotary Botanical Gardens
Walk international gardens, paths, water features, and public art. Wheelchairs and free parking are available.
Spring color and hours depend on weather.
Plan your visit ↗Free outdoor activity
Downtown Public Art & Town Square
Follow a self-guided mural and sculpture walk around the Rock River, pedestrian bridge, downtown shops, and Town Square.
Outdoor and weather-dependent.
Plan your visit ↗Ice Age Trail
Devil’s Staircase
A free, 1½-mile foot-only trail along Rock River bluffs. April can bring spring wildflowers and muddy paths.
Unpaved and weather-dependent.
Plan your visit ↗Downtown group activity
Papa Docs Axe Throwing
Six lanes with projected games, including Zombie Hunters and tic-tac-toe.
Book ahead; public hours are limited.
Plan your visit ↗Indoor April option
Riley’s on the Green
Three golf simulators with more than 70 virtual courses—useful when Wisconsin spring weather turns.
Reservation required; verify the April schedule.
Plan your visit ↗ParaCon after dark
Some Ticketed Experiences Take Place Away From the Main Venue.
Lincoln–Tallman House and Brodhead Manor activities have their own meeting instructions. Transportation is not included. Read the details on your ticket before leaving Woodman’s Center.
Before you go
Quick Planning Answers
Is parking free?
Venue sales material lists free parking with capacity for more than 2,000 vehicles. The designated ParaCon entrance and best parking area still need to be confirmed.
What accessibility information is available?
The venue lists accessible facilities. ParaCon will publish the accessible entrance, parking, seating, restroom, and assistance details after confirming them with the venue.
Can I use public transportation?
Janesville Transit Route 1 currently serves Uptown Janesville and Woodman’s Center. Check the 2027 schedule before relying on it, especially for Saturday evening events.
Will concessions be open?
The venue has concessions and a beverage station, but ParaCon-specific service hours have not been confirmed. Nearby restaurants and Uptown Janesville provide backup choices.
Are attraction hours final for April 2027?
No. Seasonal hours, prices, and weather policies may change. Use the direct links on this page to check before you leave.
Is a hotel room block available?
No official ParaCon room block or booking code has been announced. Book direct for now and watch the event website for updates.
April 23–24, 2027
Your ParaCon Weekend Starts Here.
Make the travel plan. Choose your ticket. We will see you in Janesville.