Events Calendar

Theo's Cat Bingo!

A purrfectly fun evening at the Cat Cafe with cat-themed bingo. The excitement happens in the cafe, separate from the cats. Limit 30.

Mr. Kitty's Cat Cafe & Boutique
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Chicken Dinner

Oven baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, coleslaw, fluff, bread, milk and coffee.

American Legion Post 53
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Menomonie Farmers Market

Local growers, makers, and artists that bring seasonal goods and handcrafted products. Live music, demos, kids activities and more.

Wilson Park
Menomonie

Food & Drink Farmers Markets

St. Peter Pork Steak, Sauerkraut and Dumpling Dinner

Pork, sauerkraut, and dumplings, served until gone. All carry-outs are $13. Handicap accessible. Co-sponsored by the Catholic Order of Foresters (Court 2034).

St. Peter Church
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink

Food Foundations Course - Menomonie Store

Learn to prepare simple, nourishing meals through intentional shopping and whole-food cooking. This course also explores the biology of how specific foods naturally support your body's detox pathways.

Menomonie Market Food Co-op
Menomonie

Food & Drink

Downeast Cider Tasting Event

Downeast Cider will be in town pouring some of their ciders, bringing 5+ fresh options to share. Prize drawings every 30 minutes when you drink Downeast.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Wild Wednesday at The Brewing Projekt

Enjoy Wild menu curated by Chef Tony of LiveGreatFood, including a roasted root tartlet, Sauerbraten, and white chocolate & pumpkin creme brulee.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Sourdough Class

Under the guidance of experienced chef John Bender, participants learn to cultivate their own sourdough starter.

Forage
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Leinenkugel's Boo-ery Tours

Enjoy a spine-tingling guided tour through Leinenkugel's historic brewery after hours, a complimentary pint, creepy stories, haunted history, and spooky atmospheric fun.

Leinie Lodge
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink Halloween

Drink Wisconsinbly Tasting

Join us in The Local Store gallery for a tasting with Drink Wisconsinbly.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

A Taste of Yalumba - Free Wine Sampling at The Lakely

The Lakely is hosting Winebow for a free tasting of four new vegan, low‑ABV wines from Yalumba, Australia’s oldest family‑owned winery

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Contour & Cabernet Live

This event is limited to only 10 tickets. Wine and live music event. The Rev is attached to The Plus via an outdoor patio; all food and beverage items available at The Plus will be available at this event.

The Rev
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Menomonie Farmers Market

Local growers, makers, and artists that bring seasonal goods and handcrafted products. Live music, demos, kids activities and more.

Wilson Park
Menomonie

Food & Drink Farmers Markets

Empty Bowls 2026

Unlimited, homemade soup with bread and desserts while supporting the Stepping Stones Food Pantry. Collectible bowls for $10. Live music by Jim Nelson & Jim "Doc" Miller, and face painting by Doodle Brigade.

Cobble & Vine
Menomonie

Food & Drink

Cousins Maine Lobster - Minneapolis Truck

This seafood truck brings delicious lobster goodies. Order at the truck or online on the app ahead of time and skip the line.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Thresh & Winnow Whiskey Tasting

Try rare, organic whiskeys from Thresh & Winnow. This educational tasting includes samples of Millet Bottled in Bond, 10 Year Rye Whiskey, Straight Bourbon, and more.

Helix Wine, Craft Bar & Cafe
Altoona

Food & Drink

Fall Chef Dinner

An indulgent multi-course chef’s dinner celebrating the richness of the season & the exceptional ingredients grown close to home.

Forage
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Charcoal Chicken Dinner Fundraiser

Meal includes chicken, corn, beans, cold slaw, and dessert. Dine-in or carry out options available. Supports Eau Claire Memorial & Fall Creek Equestrian Teams.

JNE Meats
Lake Hallie

Food & Drink

Chippewa River Trolley: Countryside Winery & Distillery Tour

Enjoy a scenic countryside trolley ride to three incredible establishments in the Chippewa Falls area: Dixon’s Autumn Harvest Winery, The Chippewa River Distillery, and River Bend Winery & Distillery.

Sunday afternoons. Consult website for availability.

Trolley tours depart from The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

The Good Wives 5-Course Chef's Tasting Menu, part of Chippewa Valley Book Festival 2026

A culinary journey through featured Chippewa Valley Book Festival titles. The Good Wives presents five courses inspired by the books, with brief presentations from festival organizers during the meal. No festival authors present.

The Good Wives
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Chocolate 101 Class by Sweet Driver Chocolates

In this interactive class, you'll learn a little history, how to temper chocolate, infuse flavors, decorate, and create your own truffles. Plus you'll leave with your own box of truffles.

Forage
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Drink Beer. Win Meat.

Drink any of the hosted craft beer options available and win those beers. And win meat! Drink any sponsored beer to win prizes every 30 minutes.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Eau Claire Wine Meetup

Good wine, great people, and a relaxed atmosphere. Bring a bottle to share in a friendly, low-key setting.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Leinenkugel's Boo-ery Tours

Enjoy a spine-tingling guided tour through Leinenkugel's historic brewery after hours, a complimentary pint, creepy stories, haunted history, and spooky atmospheric fun.

Leinie Lodge
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink Halloween

Romantic Candlelight Dinner

Celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage and reconnect with your spouse. Live music, guest speakers, social hour with hors d'oeuvres & cocktails, dinner & dessert, and more.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink Spirituality

Bites & Brews - A Taste of the Valley

The Taste of the Valley is back with a new name and new vibes. It'll be a showcase of 15-20 local food & beverage vendors, and 10 local craft/artist vendors.

Eau Claire Event District
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

2nd Annual GOATober Dinner

The artistry of goat-inspired cuisine takes center stage. Indulge in a thoughtfully curated 5 course dinner featuring both savory meats and artisanal cheeses.

WILD: a Feral Kitchen by Live Great Food
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Fall Harvest Dinner by Chef John Bender

Treat yourself to a seasonal fall dinner expertly prepared by one of the Chippewa Valley's top chefs.

Forage
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Chippewa River Trolley: Countryside Winery & Distillery Tour

Enjoy a scenic countryside trolley ride to three incredible establishments in the Chippewa Falls area: Dixon’s Autumn Harvest Winery, The Chippewa River Distillery, and River Bend Winery & Distillery.

Sunday afternoons. Consult website for availability.

Trolley tours depart from The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Cooking with Apples

Discover delicious, zero-waste ways to use every part of the apple. Turn your scraps into tangy apple cider and apple cider vinegar, nutrient-rich apple flour, and stunning apple roses.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

Food & Drink

Red Burgundy Wine Club

Learn about wines from the Burgundy region of France in a fun social atmosphere. A guided tasting of wines with discussion on terroir, producers, vintages, and more.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Spooky Beer Tasting Event and Halloween Costume Contest

Drink spooky beers and enter to win crowlers of those beers to take home. Costume contest with gift card prizes for the top 3.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Halloween

Leinie’s Halloween Beer Hunt

Hunt in search of prizes ranging from $1 to $200. Keep your eyes peeled for the legendary Jack-o-Lantern, with a grand prize of $200. First beer included in ticket. 5 prize limit.

Leinie Lodge
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink

Leinenkugel's Boo-ery Tours

Enjoy a spine-tingling guided tour through Leinenkugel's historic brewery after hours, a complimentary pint, creepy stories, haunted history, and spooky atmospheric fun.

Leinie Lodge
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink Halloween

Witches Brew & Warlocks Too Beer Crawl

Start by grabbing your drinking vessel from participating businesses, then stop at each business for a beer sample as you shop.

Participating Locations in Chetek

Food & Drink Open Houses & Shopping Halloween

Flavor + Fire Tasting

Join us and the makers of Flavor + Fire for a tasting. Try all the flavors and styles of the delicious snack mixes they make right here in Eau Claire.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Puzzles, Pasta, and Pinot

A evening of friendly competition while spending carefree quality time with your teammates. Prizes are awarded to the first three teams to complete their puzzle.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink

Bakers + More Fall Market

A market bringing together local cottage bakers, pastry pros, and more with a handful of more additional vendors to shop, all in one place.

Down To Earth Garden Center
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Fall Fun

Halloween Party at The Brewing Projekt

An all-day party that will scare your pants off with local food trucks, live entertainment, Halloween beer releases, specialty cocktails, familya ctivites, costume contest, and more.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Halloween Nightlife Food & Drink

Cookbook Club

Everyone checks out the cookbook and makes something from it to bring to the club, try the dishes, and discuss the cookbook.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words Food & Drink Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

2025 Brewery Battle Champions - Skeleton Crew Tasting Event

Todd, the owner of Skeleton Crew brewery in Onalaska, will be in town to chat with patrons and give away a few prizes and bring 5+ fresh options from the brewery.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Chicken Dinner

Made from scratch, all you can eat baked chicken dinner with all the fixings, desserts, soups, and salad.

Westgate Sportsmans Club
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Knights of Columbus Goldsmith Council 974 Annual Hunters Stag

Serving Hunter's Stew with cole slaw, homemade bread, and refreshments. Free sweepstakes entry with meal ticket.

Columbus Hall
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink

Supper Club Trolley Tour

Embark upon a classic Wisconsin culinary and cultural journey as you ride the vintage-inspired trolley over the waters and through the woods to Chippewa Falls for a night of cocktails, dinner, and dessert at some of the area’s most iconic supper clubs.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Clear Water Comedy's Second Ever Eating Contest

Audience members compete against Clear Water comedians in four categories. Winners receive a BOGO Free Drinks pass for The Plus for all of 2027.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Wicked Wine Weekend

Taste 40+ wines, spirits, sample meats & cheeses, check out product for sale, pre-order your holiday foods, and more.

The Coffee Grounds
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

St Olaf Men's Club Fish Fry Fundraiser

All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry with deep-fried or baked fish, baked potato or fries, mac-n-cheese, choice of beans, plus cole slaw, salad bar and beverage.

St Olaf Parish Center
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Lima's Fish Fry

Baked or batter fried fish along with Lima's tartar sauce, potato salad, coleslaw, french fries and a cupcake. Coffee, milk, and water provided at your table. Dine-in, or drive-thru available until 7am.

Durand, Holy Rosary Parish
Durand

Food & Drink

Saving Grace Lutheran Church Bazaar and Bake Sale

Silent auction, baked goods, and vendor sale including crafts, knitting, sewing, decor, holiday, and more.

Saving Grace Lutheran Church
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

Gluten Free Baking (Encore)

Learn the basics of sourdough, discover the health benefits, and how the different gluten-free flours affect the flavor, texture, etc. Taste a sample of the bread and take home a batch of starter.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

Food & Drink