Events Calendar

Laurie Bieze Gallery: Recent Acquisitions

Join Pablo Center in celebrating the newest contributions to the Laurie Bieze Permanent Art Collection on display.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Reflected Light | The Plein Air Art of GO Paint

Artists have painted the rolling farmlands, dramatic riverbanks, charming downtown areas, prairies and forests of the surrounding counties.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Visual Art

MOTHERLY | James Hansen Gallery

Features the artwork of Tim Brudnicki, Joseph Maurer, and Ross Nordquist. An ode to the power of love from mother to child.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Clearwater Clues NOW Medallion Hunt

A historical and family fun scavenger hunt around the Chippewa Valley. A daily clue stanza will be released on our Facebook page at 10:30 AM. Find the clues, and then put the clues together to find the grand prize medallion or the medallion's location for other great local business prizes. Sponsored by The Chilson Family.

Around the Chippewa Valley

Community

Red Flint Firecracker

An explosive weekend of runs, rides, and races. Trail Run 5k, mountain bike race short course, 1-3 laps of 7 mile course, and kids races.

Lowes Creek County Park
Eau Claire

Recreation

Artist Market of Eau Claire

Celebrates and promotes the local creative community by offering a place to showcase and display original, handmade arts & crafts.

Phoenix Park
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping

Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market

Local musicians and artist markets every Saturday.

Phoenix Park
Eau Claire

Farmers Markets

Goat Yoga

A relaxing all levels yoga session with some gentle stretches and calm while being nudged and nuzzled with playful goats.

Hidden Timber Soul Sanctuary
Fall Creek

Fitness

Greater Chippewa Valley Chess Club

Casual chess club for all skill levels. Social engagement and having fun are the primary objectives. They also like coffee and blunders.

Check Facebook page for Weekly Location

Games & Hobbies

Menomonie Farmers Market

Fresh local produces, lunches, vendors, and more.

Wilson Park
Menomonie

Farmers Markets

Jesse Blake Hay - 'Reverie Collection' at The Oxbow Hotel

Jesse Blake Hay's 'Reverie Collection' is a curated grouping of his mixed media work done on canvas. In his modern abstract approach, he encourages subjectivity from viewers; hoping they find a personal meaning in the menagerie of mediums.

The Oxbow Hotel
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Goldstar Tech Marketplace Warehouse Sale

Warehouse + mixed media sale with discounts up to 85% off retail prices. Free cookies, coffee, and lemonade, and weekly giveaways.

Goldstar Tech Marketplace
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping

Family Trolley Express

Similar to the Trolley's Eau Claire Signature Tour, but shorter and geared for kids 12 and under. Plus get a chance to ring the bell!

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Kids

Goat Yoga

A relaxing all levels yoga session with some gentle stretches and calm while being nudged and nuzzled with playful goats.

Hidden Timber Soul Sanctuary
Fall Creek

Fitness

Knit & Crochet Club

Bring your projects and they’ll have coffee, company and a selection of knitting and crocheting books for you to browse.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Crafting & Making

LEGO Club

A family drop-in event. Join fellow LEGO® fans this summer for free building. They supply the bricks, you supply the imagination.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

Know Before you Go: Twelfth Night

While anyone is welcome, these discussions about the plots of our two Shakespeare-written mainstage shows are framed specifically for audiences who may feel uncomfortable with or intimidated by Shakespeare. Our speaker will discuss the major plot points, themes, characters, and messages of the play in an accessible manner. This specific discussion will cover "Twelfth Night."

Haymarket Plaza
Eau Claire

Stage

Chippewa Valley Humanists

Open meeting for members and anyone interested in learning more about Humanism.

Banbury Place, Building 2, Fourth Floor, Gillette Room

Spirituality

Merely Players at Haymarket Plaza

A family friendly, all ages bringing Shakespeare-inspired art to the Chippewa Valley to introduce theatre to young audiences.

Haymarket Plaza
Eau Claire

Stage

Food Truck: Smackdaddy's

Their menu includes the blackened chicken alfredo, pan bagnat, crepes, gumbo, beignets, croque monsieur, and more.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink

U-Pick Lavender

They provide instructions and tools needed. Enjoy lavender lemonade or baked treats and shop in the small retail shop.

Pondview Lavender Farm
Chippewa Falls

Outdoors

Local Sports Legends Trolley Tour

Hop on board the vintage-inspired trolley for a look at the Chippewa Valley's rich history of athletic achievement and storied competition.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Spectator Sports

Leinie Lodge Food Trucks

Leinie's Lodge hosts food trucks every weekend May through early October.

Leinenkugel's
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink

Burger Night at Together Farms

A regional tradition; food made to order on a small Wisconsin family farm.

Together Farms
Mondovi

Food & Drink

Wisconsin Warrior Natural Classic Pro/Am

See some of the best in natural bodybuilding. This event is for amateurs as well as pros, competing for the title of Wisconsin Warrior Champ.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Spectator Sports

Signature Eau Claire Trolley Tour

A charming unique trolley ride through some of EC's most beautiful, interesting, and iconic neighborhoods, districts, and sites.

Consult website for availability.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Museums & History

Live Music at Jeremiah's Bullfrog Fish Farm

Fishing, food, and fun from 12-6pm. Music from 1:30-4:30pm.

Jeremiah's Bullfrog Fish Farm
Menomonie

Music

Chippewa Valley Phoenix Football vs Buffalo Ridge Wildcats

Food Truck, full concessions, and beer tent. Prizes and Giveaways during the Game.

Carson Park - Football Stadium
Eau Claire

Spectator Sports

Live Music: Shane Weather Duo

The stylistic bond of Kelly Schoenfeld and Chad Brecke make The Shane Weather Duo a can’t miss event at River Bend.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Music

Signature Eau Claire Trolley Tour

A charming unique trolley ride through some of EC's most beautiful, interesting, and iconic neighborhoods, districts, and sites.

Consult website for availability.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Museums & History

Pizza Night

Chill evening of wood-fired pizzas, creative cocktails, and incredible live music.

Farm to Fork Pizza
Mondovi

Food & Drink

Brewery Trolley Tour - Northern Valley Edition

Ride on a vintage-inspired trolley to tour the scenic countryside and visit Leinenkugel's Brewer & Brewster Brothers in Chippewa Falls, and Lazy Monk in Eau Claire.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Live Music On The Lawn At Vino Cappuccino

Outdoor music experience on Vino's beautiful lawn. Enjoy local wine, wood-fired pizza, and more. Weather permitting.

Vino Cappuccino
Elk Mound

Music

The Beat Concert feat. Uncommon Denominator

Bring chairs and/or a blanket for a night of food, drinks, fireworks, and music to celebrate the good work being done at Stepping Stones

Wilson Park
Menomonie

Music

Community "Drop Off A Dish" Potluck

Drop off a homemade or store bought dish, combined with others, for the adults staying that night at the Soujourner Shelter. Sign up online.

The Sojourner House
Eau Claire

Community

Eau Claire Express Baseball

Nothing says summer like an Eau Claire Express baseball game. Tons of seating options, including the Fan Deck with unlimited soda and food.

Eau Claire Express Stadium - Carson Park
Eau Claire

Spectator Sports

Nice 'N' Easy @ 2 Roots Art & Wine

A musical duo with a touch of class. Classic Oldies Hits with well rounded instrumentation.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

Live Music: The Paul Silbergleit Trio

Tasty, swingin’, and sophisticated, the trio brings a host of original tunes and arrangements in addition to a fresh improvisatory style.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

Metal at the Mabel III

Featuring Yotuma, Bloodgeon, Better Broken , and Thunderlung. Epic guitar solos, thundering drum beats, and soaring vocals that will transport you to another world.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Music

WI Shakespare Festival: Twelfth Night

A romantic comedy about love, gender, disguise, deception, long-lost twins, love triangles, several weddings, and a happy ending (for most!)

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Stage

Karaoke at The Red Mixer

Karaoke finally comes to The Red Mixer, hosted by DJ Kramer. Drink specials all night.

The Red Mixer
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Jamie Shriner Live

Jamie Shriner is what would happen if Bo Burnham and Jenna Marbles were cryogenically frozen together in a pair of cat lady glasses.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

Wally and the Labor Pool

Calling them a variety band is an understatement; they play music from 40-50 different artists.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Music

Public Telescope Viewing

Join members from Chippewa Valley Astronomical Society at Hobbs Observatory to view the night sky through telescopes.

Hobbs Observatory
Fall Creek

Outdoors

Stargazing and telescopes - Beaver Creek Reserve

Stargazing and telescope viewing is offered at Hobbs Observatory almost every clear Saturday night from May through October (not July 20).

Hobbs Observatory at Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors