Thu. Jul. 18
A massive rock n' roll festival featuring national and international performers. There will be tons of performances and exhibitions at various other stages and venues of the park. Featured headliners include Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Evanesence with many other performances throughout the weekend.
Rock Fest Grounds 24447 County Hwy S, Cadott
Cost: See website for ticket packages and prices
Thu. Jul. 18
Country Jam USA is the outdoor music festival that you won’t want to miss this summer. It’s a weekend full of friends, fun, and the best live country music. Big stars, big hits, big fun. Featured performances by Toby Keith, Jake Owen, and Keith Urban.
Country Jam Grounds, 3443 Crescent Ave., Eau Claire
Cost: Ticket information available online
9am-9:59pm Thu. Jul. 18
Designed and built by UW-Stout Professor Dr. Alan Scott. The Public is welcome to take a closer look or take a selfie on the "Moon". This display is part of a month-long series of programs celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
Menomonie Public Library 600 Wolske Bay Rd, Menomonie
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
9-11:25am Thu. Jul. 18
Adults of All Ages who have type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, or who live with someone that does. This workshop helps you build skills and confidence in your ability to manage your condition.
Augusta Senior and Community Center 616 West Washington St., Augusta
Cost: FREE
Age: Adults of all ages
9:30-11:30am Thu. Jul. 18
Spend time doing activities from all your favorite Lily Pad Lab Classes: Tiny Scientists, Test Kitchen, Meaning Messes and Music and Motor! Sensory fun, art, science, gardening, snacking, and more. Group activities, stations, story times, games and a healthy snack.
Lily Pad Lab 2524 Golf ROad, Eau Claire
Cost: $25 for 1 day
Age: Ages 2-6
9:30-10:15am Thu. Jul. 18
Children and caregivers will sing, dance, and play instruments in this class. Solo singing is encouraged to develop listening, pitch-matching, and language skills. Concepts such as high and low, soft and loud, up and down are explored. Registration ongoing if space is available.
Eau Claire Music School 1620 Ohm Avenue, Eau Claire
Cost: $120 10-week course
Age: Ages 2 to 4
10am Thu. Jul. 18
During the summer, Micon Cinemas in Chippewa Falls will show an array of kids movies for only a quarter! This summer, look forward to Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, Hotel Transylvania 3, Smallfoot, Space Jam, How to Train Your Dragon 3, Lego Movie 2, and more surprises to come!
Micon Cinemas Chippewa Falls 475 Chippewa Mall Dr., Chippewa Falls
Cost: 25¢ admission
10am-noon Thu. Jul. 18
They provide all of the string, beads, cardboard, wood, tape, etc. to create the project of your dreams, and then you get to take your masterpiece home with you. Drop in anytime during the two-hour window.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire 220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire
Cost: Free with Museum membership or admission
Age: All Ages
10am-1pm Thu. Jul. 18
Program includes time for games, reading, computer use, and much more. Stay for a short time or the whole thing, attendance will earn each child a free book to keep.
Augusta Memorial Public Library 113 North Stone St, Augusta
Cost: FREE
Age: Ages 11 and under
10:30-11:15am Thu. Jul. 18
Children and caregivers will sing, dance, and play instruments in this class. Solo singing is encouraged to develop listening, pitch-matching, and language skills. Concepts such as high and low, soft and loud, up and down are developed through engaging activities. Registration ongoing is space is available.
Eau Claire Music School 1620 Ohm Avenue, Eau Claire
Cost: $120 10-week course
Age: Ages 2 to 4
noon-6pm Thu. Jul. 18
Locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers, as well as locally made baked goods, salsas, jams, jellies, crafts, handcrafted items, and much more every Thursday.
Allen Park S. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
noon-5pm Thu. Jul. 18
Seasonal, locally grown vegetables and fruits, plus baked goods, dairy products, meat, honey, maple syrup, flowers, and more.
Phoenix Park 330 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire
Age: All ages
1-3pm Thu. Jul. 18
A variety of classes will be taught by local artists on Thursdays this summer. Drop ins welcome. Limit of 12 participants.
Valley Art Gallery & Gifts 304 N. Bridge St, Chippewa Falls
Cost: FREE
Age: 6 and up
1:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
Discover what the darkest (or nearly darkest) places hold with experiments and activities.
Chippewa Falls Public Library 105 W Central St., Chippewa Falls
Cost: FREE
Age: School age
1:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
Watch as professional illustrator Jeremy Provost recreates his published illustrations live before your eyes. Tickets are required for entrance. Free tickets are available one week in advance of the program.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library 400 Eau Claire St, Eau Claire
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
1:30-4:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
Your creations will be fired in a kiln and then donated to Empty Bowls next spring - Feed My People Food Bank's largest fundraiser of the year. No experience is necessary. All supplies provided. Forage will be open for food and drink purchases. Please RSVP online.
Forage 930 Galloway St., Building 13, Suite 212, Eau Claire
Cost: FREE, $5 suggested donation to help cover cost of supplies
Age: 8+
2:30-3pm Thu. Jul. 18
Museum Playologists have several different fun and interactive science kits to break out with kids and explore all things STEAM-related! This week's activity is drawing a circuit.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire 220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire
Cost: Free with Museum membership or admission
Age: All Ages
4-8pm Thu. Jul. 18
An evening of giving back and celebrating the opening of The Lion King. Enjoy a hot dog or brat with chips and a soda for just $5 with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Irvine Park Zoo in Chippewa Falls. The Lion King will open at 6pm at Micon Cinemas Chippewa Falls.
Micon Cinemas Chippewa Falls 475 Chippewa Mall Dr., Chippewa Falls
Age: All Ages
5:30-7:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
For children with special needs, visiting the Museum can prove difficult on a typical day. This event offers families a safe and soothing environment where the Museum is closed to the public, giving kids with special needs a special night. Snacks included, with themed sensory activities and extra staff support.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire 220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire
Cost: FREE
5:30-6:15pm Thu. Jul. 18
Tball for Tots will focus on the basic skills of running bases, hitting and throwing as well as many fun games. This is a great chance for 4 year olds to have fun learning in a non-competitive environment.
Devney Park Devney Dr., Altoona
Cost: Resident $30; Non-Resident $35
Age: Age 4yo
5:30-8:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
Classic cars, vintage, antique, muscle cars and more. Fun for the entire family.
Burger King - Menomonie 544 Main St, Menomonie
Cost: FREE
6-8pm Thu. Jul. 18
Welcoming teams of any size. Prizes for the top three teams. Get a free answer online and visit the AMP Quiz Facebook page for a picture hint. Enjoy dinner/drinks with family and friends during the game.
Pokegama Lakeside Tavern & Grill 840 Banks Ave., Chetek
Cost: FREE
Age: 21+
6-7:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
Join Hope Gospel Mission’s Executive Director, Sandi Polzin, for an evening of community and inspiration for women and children all over the Chippewa Valley. Enjoy an ice cream sundae bar from Olson’s Ice Cream and be inspired by the future of women in need within the Chippewa Valley.
The Volume One Gallery (Inside The Local Store) 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire
Cost: FREE
6-10pm Thu. Jul. 18
Taste whiskey all over the world. Offering "Roundtable Meetings" where you will get a chance to learn the history of different Whiskeys, taste test the inventory, and share whiskey stories with people of all ages. Sample a “Flight of the Night” which will include 4 different Whiskeys.
Ivory Piano Bar 2526 Golf Road, Eau Claire
Cost: $25
Age: 21+
6pm Thu. Jul. 18
D. Janakey's transfixing sounds call to mind past lives weaved into stark yet powerful story-songs imbued with rich poetics. Hemma paints narrative landscapes of longing, lust, mistrust and deep intrigue for the art of the con. Just like Wisconsin’s beer and cheese, Pit Wagon's dirty country sound and lyrical folk wisdom leave a lasting and authentic aftertaste.
Phoenix Park 330 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
6-7:15pm Thu. Jul. 18
Will focus on poses such as Triangle, Warrior II, Half Moon, and Side Angle. Experience a powerful pose by supporting the body, engaging, and working with your anatomy as opposed to against it.
Latitude 44 Yoga Studio 313 E. Madison St., Eau Claire
Cost: $20 ($16 for members)
Age: 16+
6-7:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
Dear Delia chronicles the story of Henry F. Young, an officer in the famed Iron Brigade, as told through 155 letters home. His insights, often poignant and powerful, enable readers to witness the Civil War as he did.
Chippewa Falls Public Library 105 W Central St., Chippewa Falls
Cost: FREE
6-9pm Thu. Jul. 18
Hosted by Rock Creek Song Dogs the mic is open for musicians, comedians, poets and storytellers come to listen all are welcome.
Farm to Fork Retreat at Dancing Yarrow S193 County Rd BB, Mondovi
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
6:30-7:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
Enjoy a chill 60 minute yoga practice before you enjoy some tasty beer. There will be a few extra mats to use.
Modicum Brewing 3732 Spooner Ave, Altoona
Cost: Sliding scale: $5-15
6:35pm Thu. Jul. 18
The Eau Claire Express play against the La Crosse Loggers.
Eau Claire Express Stadium - Carson Park 702 Carson Park Drive, Eau Claire
Cost: $9 GA, $11 Reserved Grandstand, $14 Reserved Box, $28 Fan Deck; Season Tickets Available
Age: All Ages
6:45pm Thu. Jul. 18
Enjoy local open mic musicians or take the stage yourself.
Stones Throw 304 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire
Cost: FREE
Age: 21+
7-9pm Thu. Jul. 18
Welcoming teams of any size. Prizes for the top three teams. Get a free answer online and visit the AMP Quiz Facebook page for a picture hint. Enjoy dinner/drinks with family and friends during the game.
Monk's Bar & Grill 3560 Oakwood Mall Drive, Eau Claire
Cost: FREE
Age: 21+
7-8pm Thu. Jul. 18
Toastmasters is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive environment. Guests are always welcome, membership available.
Mayo Health Clinic - Luther Hospital, Room 11103 1221 Whipple St, Eau Claire
Cost: FREE for 1st time guests
Age: 16+
7-8:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
The Weapons’ “musical roots are definitely from the Crescent City, but don’t look for run-of-the-mill dixieland here; funky R&B, afro, and mambo grooves feature prominently in our repertoire. Think Dirty Dozen, Trombone Shorty, Rebirth, and Youngblood.
Menomonie Public Library 600 Wolske Bay Rd, Menomonie
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
7-10pm Thu. Jul. 18
Open mic with quality sound & lights hosted by Jeff White. Free drink for all performers. Sign up at 6:15pm. Happy hour at 9:30pm with $2 rails & pints!
Mystic Bar 1 E Canal street, Chippewa Falls
Cost: FREE
Age: 21+
7-8pm Thu. Jul. 18
Rain location is the Colfax Fairgrounds building on Railroad Avenue. Bring your lawn chair. Popcorn and root beer floats will be sold at the concerts. Annual pie sale by the Colfax Municipal Building Restoration Group on August 15.
Tower Park Main Street and Highway 40, Colfax
Cost: FREE
7:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
Lionel Bart's classic musical based on the Charles Dickens' novel, Oliver Twist. A delightful community theater musical production directed by Nancy Scobie with musical direction by Jerry Way and featuring a local cast, crew and musical accompaniment.
The Heyde Center for the Arts 3 South High St., Chippewa Falls
Cost: $15 adults, $14 seniors, $8 youth
Age: All Ages
7:30-9pm Thu. Jul. 18
General knowledge, family friendly trivia. Play as a team, or on your own. Prizes for the top 3 teams with points. Go to the website for the "Clue of the Day" and information on how to get bonus points for that day's game.
SandBar & Grill 17643 50th Avenue, Chippewa Falls
Cost: FREE
Age: 21+
8:30pm Thu. Jul. 18
Sabeen Sadiq is an actor/comedian/writer. She developed her comedy chops in San Francisco, performed at the Muslim Funny Fest in NYC , and co-produces the weekly comedy show (Best Night Ever) in Chicago.
The Plus 208 S. Barstow St, Eau Claire
Cost: $7 (free domestic tap beer, rail mixed drink, or soft drink comes with each ticket)
Age: All Ages (18+ recommended)
8:30-11pm Thu. Jul. 18
A selection of vinyls will be spun throughout the night. Enjoy craft cocktails and regional beers/wines and order from the late-night menu featuring the Scandinavian Koldtbord, a create-your-own sharable feast of premium meats, cheeses, pickled vegetables, proteins, sauces, crackers and more.
The Oxbow Hotel 516 Galloway St., Eau Claire
Cost: FREE
Age: All Ages
9pm Thu. Jul. 18
The Eau Claire Fire House hosts an evening concert series on Thursdays in summer.
Jul. 11 Lullaby Language
Jul. 18 David Janecke
Jul. 25 Asparagus
Aug. 1 Double Grave
Aug. 8 Elvessa
Aug. 15 Sage Leary
Aug. 22 Purple Funk Metropolis with The Patients
Aug. 29 Uncommon Denominator
The Eau Claire Fire House 202 Gibson St., Eau Claire
Cost: FREE
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