Events Calendar

Enchanted Order Escape Room

Help the world's most powerful witches fix their magic circle in the basement of the historic Schlegelmilch House, and restore their powers.

Select Days until Nov. 1

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies Halloween

A Vue On by Ken Krautbauer

Heavily influenced by the Japanese aesthetic of “Wabi-Sabi” (the acceptance of imperfection), Krautbauer’s exhibition’s creates imaging alternatives from an abstract perspective and looks beyond the surface for interpretations and discovery.

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Michael J Peterson

“Found Objects Find Me” is the foundation of abstract, multidisciplinary artist Michael Peterson. Born and raised in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, he is a true townie and an U.S. Air Force veteran. His military service opened the door to higher education and exposed him to European Masters and contemporary artists while stationed in West Germany.

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Visual Art

School's Out Open Skating

School’s Out Skating dates are modified open skating hours that coordinate with the ECASD academic calendar. When school is out, grab a friend and skate at Hobb's.

Hobbs Ice Arena
Eau Claire

Kids Holiday

The History of Crimmigration

A UW-Eau Claire student in the McNair Scholars Program visualizes the History of USA Crimmigration—the concept of criminalizing immigrants— in a series of oil paintings now displayed at the Pablo Center. Each canvas depicts a moment that affected policy, racial dynamics, and expresses the importance of having a political voice.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Jamie Rehfeld October Featured Artist

View the latest work from our October Featured Artist - Jamie Rehfeld. Jamie’s warm, nostalgic subject matter reflects a gentle, pastoral view of nature, animals, and family life evoking the charm and innocence of everyday experiences. Acrylic on canvas, there is something for everyone, especially cottage core enthusiasts who yearn for a calming aesthetic.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: A History Stretching Across Oceans and Generations

Author V.T. Bidania will give a brief overview of the history of the Hmong and their resettlement in the US, discuss her new middle grade verse novel, share inspiration for her chapter books, and talk about her process of writing a fictionalized memoir.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Words

Minecraft Party

A high-energy, hands-on celebration of all things Minecraft. Take on creative building challenges, craft your own pixel-inspired creations, and jump into games inspired by the books written by Matt Forbeck.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

Mighty Museum Mondays: Mystery and Magic

Learn Morse Code, witness a dry ice magic show, make crafts at the Pablo ARTmobile, hunt for treasures, go on a flashlight scavenger hunt, solve museum mind bogglers, and more.

Chippewa Valley Museum
Eau Claire

Kids Halloween

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Celebration of Scholarship

Learn about recent achievements in research, scholarship, and creative activity. Enjoy light refreshments, hear from speakers, and chat with this year’s honorees.

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, W.R. Davies Student Center, Ojibwe Ballroom
Eau Claire

Education

Art Show: Warren Hermodson - Impressions of a Local

View the work of Hermodson, one of Eau Claire’s established painters, and hear from him at a community artist talk.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Free Speech and Incitement: Defining the Limits of the First Amendment

scholars Eric Kasper, JoAnne Sweeny, and Adam Kunz examine the First Amendment, Brandenburg v. Ohio, and modern controversies involving protests, political rhetoric, social media, and the January 6 Capitol attack.

UWEC Centennial Hall, Room 1804
Eau Claire

Forums

Teen Interactive Movie: Labyrinth

Get ready for a memorable, interactive viewing experience of the beloved 1980s classic, Labyrinth! Audience members will receive props and cues to use throughout the movie. Snacks served.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

NAMI Chippewa Valley LGBTQIA+ Peer Support Group

A peer support group for LGBTQIA+ adults who are living with a mental health condition. Individuals who are still questioning or do not have specific labels for themselves are welcome. This is a gender-affirming space.

Chippewa Valley LGBT Community Center
Eau Claire

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

Dark History Trolley Tour 2026

Board the trolley as we investigate the seedy under belly of Eau Claire’s backstory, sharing historic and modern tales of crime, scandal, and the just plain bizarre.

weeknights 6:00, 7:35pm; Fri/Sat 5:45, 7:20, 9:00pm; Sep 24 to Nov 4

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Halloween

Jackpot Bingo Night @ Growler Guys

Spin the wheel and win beer & food prizes in the first 5 rounds. If no one wins the jackpot, it increases weekly.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Nightlife

DJ Bingo at VFW 305 Starr

Song clips instead of numbers. Get "Bingo" and win prizes. Wide variety of music genres.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Dark History Trolley Tour 2026

Board the trolley as we investigate the seedy under belly of Eau Claire’s backstory, sharing historic and modern tales of crime, scandal, and the just plain bizarre.

weeknights 6:00, 7:35pm; Fri/Sat 5:45, 7:20, 9:00pm; Sep 24 to Nov 4

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Halloween

Late Night Karaoke

Hosted in the bar lounge.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Nightlife