Events Calendar

Visual Art Crafting & Making

6-8pm Thursday Oct. 22

After School Special - Beginning Painting [6 Week Course]

This six-week course dives into and expands upon the ideas of what makes a good painting and how to get there. Focus on technique, such as value scales, color mixing and theory, perspective, and more while keeping it fun for your creative kiddo. Sessions include all materials, including acrylics and watercolor paints.

New Heights School of Art
Eau Claire

6pm Thursday Oct. 22

Mary C. & Fred Bliss Contemporary Nursing Lectureship

Nursing Innovation in Uncertain Times: Explore how nurses can shape culture, lead transformation, and reimagine the future of nursing.

Davies Center UWEC
Eau Claire

Seminars & Conferences

6:30-7:45pm Thursday Oct. 22

Reiki Infused Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga combined with Reiki offers a harmonious blend of gentle movement and energy healing

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

6:30-8pm Thursday Oct. 22

Just Dance! Ecstatic Dance Eau Claire

No steps, no partners, and no judgment. Just you and the music, moving freely under the open sky. A practice rooted in freedom of movement.

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Dance

6:30-8pm Thursday Oct. 22

Live. Here. Now. Live Comedy Show

Hosted by Andy Spencer, each unique and completely different show blends smart comedy, genuine guests, and live music in front of an in-person audience.

UWEC Schofield Auditorium
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7-8pm Thursday Oct. 22

Public Planetarium Show

Learn about the skies over Eau Claire and a topic in astronomy in the planetarium.

UW-Eau Claire Phillips Hall
Eau Claire

Outdoors

7-8:30pm Thursday Oct. 22

DRAG BINGO with Khloe Wold

Khloe Wold is back to take over game night. Free bingo, killer prizes, and food and drink. Roll in at 7pm and get ready to shout BINGO like you mean it.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Nightlife

7-9pm Thursday Oct. 22

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Andrew Beningo

Comedian Andrew Beningo performs his clean, observational comedy with over 4,000 career performances.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7-10pm Thursday Oct. 22

Live Music: Paul Bonstrom

Acoustic guitarist covering songwriter, folk, country, Americana.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

7:30-9pm Thursday Oct. 22

Two Griffins Theatre: "Houdini"

An original Two Griffins Theatre production of husband and wife duo, James and Chris Finn. Magic, mystery, and illusion combine in a shadowy, otherworldly whirlwind of passion and longing.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Oct. 22

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "Poetry and Conversation" w/ Michael Torres

Join author Michael Torres and moderator Max Garland for an evocative exploration of how we transform lived experience into the enduring language of poetry.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Oct. 22

UWEC Theatre: "Little Women"

Little Women embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears and a lifting of the spirit. The powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope – the sounds of a young America.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen

7:35-9pm Thursday Oct. 22

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

All DayFriday Oct. 23

Jack-O-Lantern Lane

Carve a jack-o-lantern and enter to win $1000 in cash prizes. Your pumpkin will go on display in a whimsical courtyard with hot apple cider, fresh roasted nuts, theatrical lighting, and tons of Jack-O-Lanterns. Categories for kids and adults to enter. Pumpkin drop-off is Oct. 20-22, voting is from Oct. 23-25, and pumpkins will be on display through Oct. 31.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies Halloween

All DayFriday Oct. 23

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

All DayFriday Oct. 23

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

All DayFriday Oct. 23

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

10am-noon Friday Oct. 23

American Sewing Guild October Meeting

Grand Sew ‘N Tell Members bring 1 or 2 of their favorite creations from the past year to be displayed. Prizes for viewers choice 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.

Lake Street United Methodist Church
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

10am-5pm Friday Oct. 23

Scavenger Hunt

Bring the kids to complete a fun and engaging scavenger hunt in the orchard and redeem a prize. While weather permits.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

Kids Fall Fun

10:15-10:45am Friday Oct. 23

Preschool Storytime

An assortment of age-appropriate stories, rhymes, fingerplays, flannels, music, and movement to help your child develop early literacy and school readiness skills.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

11am-5pm Friday Oct. 23

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

Wellness Seniors Animals & Pets

11am-8pm Friday Oct. 23

Eau Claire Extravaganza 3 Day CARD SHOW

125 tables of collectors and dealers with sports cards, vintage & modern cards, grade cards, cheap sealed boxes, autographed memorabilia, Pokemon, coins, and more.

Best Western Plus Conference Center
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

1-2pm Friday Oct. 23

Reminiscing on the Ranch

For adults living with dementia and their care partners. A special weekly opportunity to connect with horses in a small group setting. RSVP and Registration Packet required.

Trinity Equestrian Center
Eau Claire

4:30pm Friday Oct. 23

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "Playing With Books" w/ Matt Forbeck

Join New York Times-bestselling author and award-winning game designer Matt Forbeck for a discussion of the intersection of stories and games and how they interact in books.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

5-6pm Friday Oct. 23

Theo's Cat Bingo

Enjoy a half hour downstairs in the party room working on a craft, then a half hour in the cat lounge for storytime and cat play time. Waiver required (access online).

Mr. Kitty's Cat Cafe
Eau Claire

Animals & Pets Kids

5:45-7:15pm Friday Oct. 23

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

6-7pm Friday Oct. 23

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy"

Award-winning author Mary Roach will be joined by Michael Perry for a freewheeling, wide-ranging conversation about her newest book, her unusual research undertakings, and a look at her creative process.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

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

6-9pm Friday Oct. 23

Maple Harvest Night Corn Maze

Get lost in "Something's Amiss," Maple Harvest's twisting corn maze. Twists, dead ends, and surprises around every corner.

Maple Harvest Apple Orchard
Eau Claire

Fall Fun Halloween

6-10pm Friday Oct. 23

Exploring the Unseen: An Evening of Spirits, Intuition, & Paranormal Investigation

A special evening with Audrey Van Wey, RN, Psychic Intuitive & Medium to raise startup funds for a new organization - C.R.O.W.S., Inc

At The Roots LLC
Eau Claire

Wellness Spirituality

6:30-7:30pm Friday Oct. 23

Remarkable by Shannon Camlek Book Talk

Shannon Camlek reads selections from her book, Remarkable and shares more about her journey that lead to the creation of Home4Healing.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

6:30-8:30pm Friday Oct. 23

Bachata Dance Workshop

Join the Latinx Student Association, UW-Eau Claire Recreation, and Multicultural Student Services for an introduction to Bachata dance with instructors from Chippewa Valley Social Dancing.

Ojibwe Ballroom, Davies Center, UW-Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Dance

7-10pm Friday Oct. 23

Field of Screams 2026: Camp Fear

Experience their signature haunted barn with immersive sets, actors, fog, strobe lighting, and surprises around every corner. Brave visitors are invited to venture through the barn and haunted trail to discover what lurks in the darkness.

8020 Curvue Road
Eau Claire

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

7-11pm Friday Oct. 23

Ski Sprites Haunted House

Every year the Ski Sprites water skiing team puts on one of the scariest, most harrowing, terrifying haunted attractions you can imagine in the Chippewa Valley.

Ski Sprites Haunted House (415 S Dewey St)
Eau Claire

7:20-8:50pm Friday Oct. 23

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

7:30-9pm Friday Oct. 23

Two Griffins Theatre: "Houdini"

An original Two Griffins Theatre production of husband and wife duo, James and Chris Finn. Magic, mystery, and illusion combine in a shadowy, otherworldly whirlwind of passion and longing.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Oct. 23

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "Little Shop of Horrors"

A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood smash hit, Little Shop of Horrors has devoured the hearts of audiences for over 40 years.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen Halloween

7:30pm Friday Oct. 23

UWEC Theatre: "Little Women"

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen

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

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

9-10:30pm Friday Oct. 23

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

All DaySaturday Oct. 24

Jack-O-Lantern Lane

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies Halloween

All DaySaturday Oct. 24

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

All DaySaturday Oct. 24

A Vue On by Ken Krautbauer

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

All DaySaturday Oct. 24

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire