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Featured Events

Sat. Oct. 10 3-6pm (click for all dates)

Sober October-Fest

Phoenix Park
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics Music Wellness

Upcoming Events

noon Tuesday Oct. 6

Pianist Nate Hance

Pianist Nate Hance is a genre-defying pianist, composer, and entertainer whose performances blend classical sophistication with modern flair and playful innovation.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Music

6-8pm Tuesday Oct. 6

TUNE-IN TUESDAY w/ Emily V

Emily V plays acoustic versions of a wide variety of music spanning from classic country, rock, and modern pop to provide an experience that can resonate with anyone.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

8pm Tuesday Oct. 6

Cosmic Otter Club

Peter from Buffalo Galaxy, hosts with new musicians every week.

The Mousetrap
Eau Claire

Music

5-6:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Una Noche en la Plaza

Experience the joy of community with local Latinx organizations, campus groups, fun activities, and cultural meals.

UWEC Davies Center, Dakota Ballroom
Eau Claire

Music Food & Drink Cultures

7-10pm Thursday Oct. 8

Live Music: Gaia Wilde

A straight edge, singer/songwriter, vegan, zen practitioner.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

8:30-11pm Thursday Oct. 8

Gully Boys with Pollyanna and Thanks, We've Been

Gully Boys from Minneapolis kick off their fall tour with special guest Pollyanna from New Jersey and opening music by Thanks, We've Been.

Leona's Pizzeria
Eau Claire

Music

7-10pm Friday Oct. 9

Live Music: Eggplant Heroes

Blending four-part harmonies with guitars, fiddle, and trumpet, Eggplant Heroes tries to bring a rich and eclectic musical experience.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

7:30pm Friday Oct. 9

UWEC Symphony Band & Wind Symphony Concert

The UW-Eau Claire Symphony Band, Dr. Phillip Ostrander, and the UWEC Wind Symphony, Dr. John R. Stewart, conductor, kick off the 104th season of the UWEC Bands. The concert will feature works by American composers and include the consortium premiere of Amerykhan Graffiti by Dr. Katahj Copley.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music

2-5pm Saturday Oct. 10

Sounds of River Bend Live Music

Live music on the Haywagon stage. From crowd favorites to new artists you'll hear something for everyone. Full lineup online.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Music

3-6pm Saturday Oct. 10

Sober October-Fest

A high-energy night of live music with the Shillelagh Lads, dancing, and powerful stories of lives being changed. Celebrate freedom, hope, and a fresh start.

Phoenix Park
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics Music Wellness

4-6pm Saturday Oct. 10

Eau Claire Irish Session

Gather with your friends and family among local Traditional Irish Music enthusiasts, as area musicians enjoy some foot tapping jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas and more.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

6:30-9:30pm Saturday Oct. 10

Retro Rewind Bash

A lively fundraising night with an auction, dancing, costume contest, and live music by Panic at the Costco!; a high-energy blend of rock and pop hits from the 70s to 2000s. VIP details online.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Music

7-10pm Saturday Oct. 10

Live Music: Wyatt Thomson

His unique deep vocal timbre, mixed with a love for classic bluegrass/folk music, has carved him a unique niche in the local music community.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

1pm Sunday Oct. 11

Bean Island Unplugged

A paddle-up concert at Eau Claire's Bean Island. Canoe Taxis leave at 12:30pm, provided by Eau Claire Outdoors. Directions available online.

Bean Island
Eau Claire

Music Outdoors

1:30-4:30pm Sunday Oct. 11

Sounds of River Bend Live Music

Live music on the Haywagon stage. From crowd favorites to new artists you'll hear something for everyone. Full lineup online.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Music

2-5pm Monday Oct. 12

Live Music: Sue Orfield & Randy Sinz

Sue Orfield and Randy Sinz take the stage to sing and play some old country, a little bluegrass and americana, and a few of Sue's originals.

Dick's On 12
Fall Creek

Music

6pm Monday Oct. 12

Live Music: Recursion Jazz Quartet

A new jazz quartet from Eau Claire, focused on sonic exploration and self-expression through a blend of original music and familiar favorites.

Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge
Eau Claire

Music

6-8pm Tuesday Oct. 13

TUNE-IN TUESDAY w/ Joseph Thielen

Joe Thielen performs in a handful of bands in the Chippewa Valley, including Yam Cannon, Hey Joe, Grodge, and the Sliced Bread Jug Band.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

8pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Cosmic Otter Club

Peter from Buffalo Galaxy, hosts with new musicians every week.

The Mousetrap
Eau Claire

Music

noon Wednesday Oct. 14

Jonny Lyons’ Tribute to Elvis and Cash

From rockabilly swagger to heartfelt ballads, this tribute captures the soul, grit, and golden era of rock and country music—delivering a nostalgic journey that leaves audiences cheering for more.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Music

5:30-8pm Thursday Oct. 15

Two Rivers

You'll hear tunes spanning all genres and eras. Sue Orfield, Randy Sinz, Gregg Wheeler, and Tommy Wieseler.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Music

6-8pm Thursday Oct. 15

Live Music: Patrick McCoy

Patrick McCoy is a seasoned singer and songwriter from Menomonie, Wisconsin.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

7-10pm Thursday Oct. 15

Live Music: Jim Pullman

You can expect to hear original songs from The Rattlenecks and Jim Pullman Band catalog as well as some great covers.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

7pm Thursday Oct. 15

Live Music: Cap'n Seabeard

Cap’n Seabeard originated as a solo project and alter ego for a the folk songwriting of Christopher Schumacher.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Music

6-9pm Friday Oct. 16

LIVE MUSIC: Sue Orfield & Randy Sinz

Sue Orfield and Randy Sinz play a rich mix of old country music and light jazz, with a little blues thrown in for flavor.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

6-9pm Friday Oct. 16

Ethan Folkes Live

Folk musician influenced by Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and Hank Williams. His songs reflect movement, work, and loss, shaped by time spent traveling and a connection to land and community.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Music

6-10pm Friday Oct. 16

Alanis Morrissette's "Jagged Little Pill" Pre-Party

Join the Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild to celebrate their upcoming musical, "Jagged Little Pill". Enjoy trivia, live performances from the musical, 90s outfit contest, prize giveaway, and more.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Music Stage & Screen

7-10pm Friday Oct. 16

Live Music: Melangé Trio

Mélange is a trio of kindred spirits that intends to create an intimate, wholesome, and relaxing listening environment with soulful 3-part harmony and guitar.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

7-10pm Friday Oct. 16

A Cappella Extravaganza

A performance by all 5 of UWEC's A Cappella Groups and Memorial High Schools A Cappella group Noteworthy.

UWEC Schofield Auditorium
Eau Claire

Music

2-5pm Saturday Oct. 17

Sounds of River Bend Live Music

Live music on the Haywagon stage. From crowd favorites to new artists you'll hear something for everyone. Full lineup online.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Music

4:45pm Saturday Oct. 17

Meditative Concert with Horses

This one-of-a-kind concert features Jade Harmony, a ceremonial musician, playing a meditative concert for collective healing in a field of very special healing horses known as The Herd.

Private Residence at E11945 County Road SS
Fall Creek

Music Wellness

7-10pm Saturday Oct. 17

Live Music w/ The Kat Sherman Group

Kat has been on the music scene for more than two decades, performing in a wide variety of styles and venues, and maintaining an active teaching studio in piano and voice.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

7-10pm Saturday Oct. 17

Live Music: Kevin Lombardo

Kevin's set list is best described as a mix of classic rock with 70s one-hit wonders and classic country. The songs are arranged acoustically, heavy on guitar and melodies.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

7:30pm Saturday Oct. 17

34th Annual UWEC Clearwater Choral Festival Concert

Showcasing various UWEC choral ensembles and student soloists, and the Clearwater Festival Honor Choir comprised of the top vocal musicians from high schools in the upper Midwest.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music

8:30pm Saturday Oct. 17

LIVE at LEONA's: Orchid Eaton with Hemma, Days Of The Week

A night of music celebrating the three 'Recreational Music' EPs Orchid Eaton released last year & featuring opening sets by Hemma & Days Of The Week.

Leona's Pizzeria
Eau Claire

Music

1:30-4:30pm Sunday Oct. 18

Sounds of River Bend Live Music

Live music on the Haywagon stage. From crowd favorites to new artists you'll hear something for everyone. Full lineup online.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Music

6-8pm Tuesday Oct. 20

TUNE-IN TUESDAYS w/ Aaron

Aaron Schye is a multi-instrumental, folk-rock musician from Eau Claire, WI known for his eclectic sets, high-energy performances, and charismatic stage presence.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

7-10pm Tuesday Oct. 20

Open Mic Night ft Seany Cope

Musician Seany Cope hosts our an Open Mic. Step up to the mic to play your song with a live backing band.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music Nightlife

8pm Tuesday Oct. 20

Cosmic Otter Club

Peter from Buffalo Galaxy, hosts with new musicians every week.

The Mousetrap
Eau Claire

Music

7-10pm Thursday Oct. 22

Live Music: Paul Bonstrom

Acoustic guitarist covering songwriter, folk, country, Americana.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

6-9pm Friday Oct. 23

LAKELY LIMITED! Albatross: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

Delight in three-part harmonies and dueling guitars as Albatross performs Rumours-era Fleetwood Mac favorites as well as choice selections spanning the legendary group’s entire catalog.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

7-10pm Friday Oct. 23

Live Music: Carlton Fowler

An eclectic musician, drawing from many influences spanning over a century. He keeps things fresh, fun, and friendly.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

7:30pm Friday Oct. 23

ChiVaCA - New Music at the Mason Temple

ChiVaCA (Chippewa Valley Composers Association) is group of composers who gather quarterly with the purpose of hob-knobbing, spit-balling, and generally dreaming up new musical projects and ideas.

Masonic Center
Eau Claire

Music

8:30pm Friday Oct. 23

LIVE at LEONA's: Michael Perry and the Long Beds

Best-selling author, humorist, singer/songwriter & voice of Eaux Claires Festival Michael Perry is playing a special intimate full band show at LEONA's.

Leona's Pizzeria
Eau Claire

Music

1-4pm Saturday Oct. 24

Live Music: Balterdash

Balterdash performs an eclectic mix of Americana, bluegrass, Celtic and original music, featuring fiddle, keyboard, guitars, vocals and tenor saxophone.

Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery
Chippewa Falls

Music

2-4pm Saturday Oct. 24

Menomonie Art Music Society Fall Recital

Local musicians and music students will perform a wide variety of music. Free will donation gratefully accepted.

Our Savior's Lutheran Church
Menomonie

Music

2-5pm Saturday Oct. 24

Sounds of River Bend Live Music

Live music on the Haywagon stage. From crowd favorites to new artists you'll hear something for everyone. Full lineup online.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Music

5-10pm Saturday Oct. 24

Voice of the Future

An annual event held in the Chippewa Valley as one of the main fundraisers for the Chippewa Falls Boys & Girls Club.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Music Kids

6pm Saturday Oct. 24

DedArt Fest 3

Apassion project by Phil Dedman that brings all of his projects together and features new and established local bands. Headliners include Wasp Doctor, The Overdrafts, Stretch 29 and Fern Hill.

The Brickhouse
Eau Claire

Music

7-10pm Saturday Oct. 24

Live Music: The Tyler Lustek Confluence

Tyler Lustek is a pianist, composer, arranger and educator. Tyler is involved with a variety of musical projects around the Chippewa Valley including his own quintet the Tyler Lustek Confluence.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music