Events Calendar

11am-1pm Thursday Sep. 24

From Memories to Memoir: Crafting Your Story

Transform your life experiences into meaningful stories in this engaging five-session memoir writing workshop at UW-Stout Polytechnic.

UW-Stout Polytechnic, Vocational Rehabilitation Bldg - Rm 225
Menomonie

Words Seniors

noon-3pm Thursday Sep. 24

Wilson Place Museum Guided Tour

Step inside the historic Wilson Place Museum and discover the people, stories, and changing times that shaped Menomonie.

Wilson Place Museum
Menomonie

Museums & History

noon-6pm Thursday Sep. 24

Friends Donation Drive

Clean off your shelves and donate to this drive hosted by the Friends of Menomonie Public Library, who will donate all of the proceeds to the library.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

Causes & Charities

2-6pm Thursday Sep. 24

Dunn County Clean Sweep Waste Collection

This event provides residents of Dunn County a safe way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals. Accepted items include automotive fluids, small batteries, fluorescent and LED bulbs, concrete and pool cleaners, aerosol cans, oil and lead‑based paints, solvents and pesticides.

Dunn County Fairgrounds - Small Animal Building
Menomonie

Green & Sustainability

4-9pm Thursday Sep. 24

Red Cedar Film Festival

50 films over 4 days. Free Community Film on Thursday evening. Feature film: Broken English (the Marianne Faithfull story) Saturday at 7pm.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

5-8pm Thursday Sep. 24

Live Music: Jim "Doc" Miller

Doc returns to the deck for an autumn round of folk rock flavored originals and classics from the Woodstock era, now with extra added John Prine and, as always, no yodeling.

Tanglewood Greens
Menomonie

Kids

6-7pm Thursday Sep. 24

Bruce Siebold – Photographs and Memories

Bruce’s fourth book, "Photographs and Memories", captures stories from his family’s photo albums. Pictures frozen in time come alive as Bruce shares his short stories.

Dragon Tale Books
Menomonie

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6-7:30pm Thursday Sep. 24

Constructive Dialogue Workshop Series: Constructive Dialogue in Action

This faculty-led workshop series, explores free speech, democratic values, emotional awareness, and constructive dialogue.

UW-Stout Polytechnic, Harvey Hall
Menomonie

9am-6pm Friday Sep. 25

Friends Donation Drive

Clean off your shelves and donate to this drive hosted by the Friends of Menomonie Public Library, who will donate all of the proceeds to the library.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

Causes & Charities

2-8:30pm Friday Sep. 25

Red Cedar Film Festival

50 films over 4 days. Free Community Film on Thursday evening. Feature film: Broken English (the Marianne Faithfull story) Saturday at 7pm.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

3-7pm Friday Sep. 25

Mopar Cruise-In At Markquart Menomonie

A fun, free evening for car lovers, families, and anyone who wants to come see some incredible rides.

Markquart Menomonie
Menomonie

Cars & Motorcycles

3-10pm Friday Sep. 25

Menomonie Oktoberfest 2026

Break out your German wedding garb and bring your drinking belly down to Zymurgy for two days of Deutschland delight. German food, beer, and music will be on special all weekend.

Zymurgy Brewing
Menomonie

Food & Drink

8am-1pm Saturday Sep. 26

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

10am-2pm Saturday Sep. 26

Friends Donation Drive

Clean off your shelves and donate to this drive hosted by the Friends of Menomonie Public Library, who will donate all of the proceeds to the library.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

Causes & Charities

10:30am-8:45pm Saturday Sep. 26

Red Cedar Film Festival

50 films over 4 days. Free Community Film on Thursday evening. Feature film: Broken English (the Marianne Faithfull story) Saturday at 7pm.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Museums & History Games & Hobbies

noon-4pm Saturday Sep. 26

Wilson Place Museum Guided Tour

Step inside the historic Wilson Place Museum and discover the people, stories, and changing times that shaped Menomonie.

Wilson Place Museum
Menomonie

Museums & History

noon-10pm Saturday Sep. 26

Menomonie Oktoberfest 2026

Break out your German wedding garb and bring your drinking belly down to Zymurgy for two days of Deutschland delight. German food, beer, and music will be on special all weekend.

Zymurgy Brewing
Menomonie

Food & Drink

1-4pm Saturday Sep. 26

Collectors Day

A celebration of collectors and their collections. See familiar items and truly unique and unusual collections. Talk to collectors, make a pressed penny, see a car show, and enter the raffle.

Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum
Menomonie

1:30-4:30pm Saturday Sep. 26

Live Music from Fizz Kizer

Country/folk singer songwriter from western Wisconsin.

Jeremiah's Bullfrog Fish Farm
Menomonie

2:30-6pm Saturday Sep. 26

Meet the Author – Harlow Ann Leroux

During the Downtown Menomonie Wine Walk, meet romantasy author Harlow Ann Leroux. She’ll have books for sale and signing.

Dragon Tale Books
Menomonie

2:30pm Saturday Sep. 26

Downtown Menomonie Wine Walk

Sip and snack your way through 24 downtown businesses enjoying wine from around the world, mocktails, and snacks that pair perfectly. Three different start times, at 2:30pm, 3:00pm, and 3:30pm.

Downtown Menomonie
Menomonie

Food & Drink Galas

10am-1:30pm Sunday Sep. 27

Red Cedar Film Festival

50 films over 4 days. Free Community Film on Thursday evening. Feature film: Broken English (the Marianne Faithfull story) Saturday at 7pm.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

1:30-4:30pm Sunday Sep. 27

Live Music at the Fish Farm w/ Maple Ridge Band

Maple Ridge Band will be playing Bluegrass and old-timey fiddle music.

Jeremiah's Bullfrog Fish Farm
Menomonie

6-8pm Monday Sep. 28

Pep in the Park with the Menomonie High School Bands

An evening of music and fun with food, desserts, and refreshments will be available starting at 6pm., followed by the concert at 7pm. Enjoy energetic pop hits, stadium favorites, and school spirit. Bring your lawn chairs.

Wilson Park
Menomonie

6-7pm Tuesday Sep. 29

Pages and Pints Book Club

A casual book club hosted by Menomonie Public Library staff. Covered books are listed online.

Brewery Nønic
Menomonie

6-7:30pm Tuesday Sep. 29

Bend, Bead, Wear: A Beginner's Guide to Wire Earrings

Participants will learn basic wire-working techniques, explore tools and materials, and design handcrafted earrings to take home while building confidence in a new creative hobby.

UW-Stout Polytechnic Harvey Hall, Room 140
Menomonie

Crafting & Making

10am-4pm Wednesday Sep. 30

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

11am-1pm Thursday Oct. 1

From Memories to Memoir: Crafting Your Story

Transform your life experiences into meaningful stories in this engaging five-session memoir writing workshop at UW-Stout Polytechnic.

UW-Stout Polytechnic, Vocational Rehabilitation Bldg - Rm 225
Menomonie

Words Seniors

7pm Thursday Oct. 1

Live Music: Nice 'N' Easy

A musical duo with a touch of class. Held in the Spirit Room.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

7pm Friday Oct. 2

Tony Cuchetti

Minnesota-based singer/songwriter Tony Cuchetti is following his debut album with 2023’s Freer Street, a collection of original songs punctuated by a couple of beloved cover tunes.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

8am-1pm Saturday Oct. 3

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

10am-5pm Saturday Oct. 3

Govin's Fall Farm Babies & Fun

Experience 100's of farm babies; lambs, goats, piglets and chicks. Then enjoy the 30+ activities around the farm including the giant slide and mini golf. Grab a fresh apple cider donut or a bag of kettle corn too.

Govin's Farm
Menomonie

Kids Animals & Pets

noon-3pm Saturday Oct. 3

Meet the Author - Starr Z. Davies

Author Starr Z. Davies, who will have books for sale and do signings. Their three books (Stormvalor, Stormveil, and Stormcrown) will be for sale in paperback and deluxe hardcover.

Dragon Tale Books
Menomonie

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

10am-5pm Sunday Oct. 4

Govin's Fall Farm Babies & Fun

Govin's Farm
Menomonie

Kids Animals & Pets

noon-3pm Sunday Oct. 4

Walk for Paws: Community Festival and Awareness Walkathon

Join DCHS and Bridge to Hope to raise vital funds for both organizations. Enjoy a community walk, food trucks, games, pet portraits, festivities, and more.

Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum
Menomonie

Animals & Pets

6:30-8pm Tuesday Oct. 6

TranscenDance

A combination of moving meditation, soul-stirring music, self-expression, and sweat. Dance for around 50 min in a free-form style that makes room for every person

Family Learning Center
Menomonie

10am-4pm Wednesday Oct. 7

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