- The city is also home to the Wagga Wagga Showgrounds, which host the annual Wagga Wagga Show, one of the largest agricultural shows in New South Wales.
- Wagga Wagga is also known for its aviation heritage, with the Royal Australian Air Force Base at Wagga Wagga being one of the largest air bases in Australia.
- The city is also home to the Charles Sturt University, one of the largest universities in regional Australia.
- Wagga Wagga is also known for its many parks and gardens, including the Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens, which are home to a wide variety of plants and animals.
- The city is also a popular destination for fishing and water sports on the Murrumbidgee River.