Events Calendar

9am-noon Saturday Dec. 21

Menomonie Farmers Market - Winter Market

Featuring a variety of products including seasonal produce, meat, eggs & dairy, baked goods, preserves, mushrooms, and handmade items.

Raw Deal
Menomonie

10-11:30am Saturday Dec. 21

Page Turners Book Club

A themed book talk where you choose your monthly read and participate in a lively and engaging discussion about books related to the theme.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

Words

10am-2pm Saturday Dec. 21

Santa's House

Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus each Saturday and tell them your Christmas wishes.

Rutledge Charity Building
Chippewa Falls

Holiday Open Houses & Shopping

10am-2pm Saturday Dec. 21

DIY Soy Candle Workshop

Choose your own scent, decorate it to your liking, and make a 4oz or 6oz jars to choose from, then wait a bit for the wax to set. Drop-in event.

Tangled Up in Hue
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

10am-3pm Saturday Dec. 21

Market on River Holiday Market

You're invited to the Market on River Holiday Market. Find last-minute holiday gifts, baked goods, and crafts, all from local vendors.

Market on River
Chippewa Falls

10am-4pm Saturday Dec. 21

Temperance Herbals Winter Solstice Pop Up

A showcase of herbal products, tinctures, bath teas, bath salts, essential oils, hair rinses and more, plus chocolate and wine samples all day.

Together Farms
Mondovi

Wellness

10am Saturday Dec. 21

Polar Express Pajama Party

Featuring games, trains, crafts, bingo, cookies, hot chocolate, a reader's theatre presentation of The Polar Express, a visit from Santa, and more.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

10am Saturday Dec. 21

Chippewa Valley Humanists

Open meeting for members and anyone interested in learning more about Humanism.

Banbury Place, Building 2, Gillette Room

Community

11am-noon Saturday Dec. 21

Pictures with Santa at Metropolis

Santa will stop by Action City and visit guests and the community to learn every wish on kids' Christmas lists.

Metropolis Resort
Eau Claire

11am-2pm Saturday Dec. 21

Meet the Author: Patricia Albrecht

Meet Patricia Albrecht, she’ll have books for sale and signing.

Dragon Tale Books
Menomonie

Words

11am-4pm Saturday Dec. 21

Handmade Holiday Markets at Wheatfield

Old-fashioned holiday shopping on a 5th generation farm. Organic grazing boards, guest artisans, complimentary gift packing, real hot chocolate, and more.

Wheatfield Hill Organics
Durand

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

11am-5pm Saturday Dec. 21

Villa Bellezza Outdoor Christmas Market

An outdoor European style Christmas market at the scenic, Italian villa-inspired winery & vineyard.

Villa Bellezza Outdoor Christmas Market
Pepin

11am-6pm Saturday Dec. 21

Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery - Last Day Bash

Shop local vendors from noon-4pm. Enjoy bottle discounts, and wear your favorite ugly holiday sweater for a chance to win a gift basket.

Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery
Chippewa Falls

Open Houses & Shopping

noon-3pm Saturday Dec. 21

Meet the Author: Christine Varnavas

Meet author Christine Varnavas, she’ll have books for sale and signing. Her Book is "Heal Your Sh!t And Find Your Happy"

Dragon Tale Books
Menomonie

Words

noon-4pm Saturday Dec. 21

Chippewa Valley's Farmer's Market at The Brewing Projekt

Join The Chippewa Valley's Farmer's Market at The Brewing Projekt. Local artists, shops, makers, & bakers.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

1-4pm Saturday Dec. 21

Live Music & Holidays at Leinie Lodge

Head to the Leinie Lodge for Live Music, a brewery wonderland, where you can holiday shop with a beer in hand.

Leinie Lodge
Chippewa Falls

1-4pm Saturday Dec. 21

Free Wine & Spirits Saturday Samplings at Helix

Featuring wine varietals for pairing with meals, plus whiskeys, tequilas and more from Fortaleza, Heaven's Door, Penfolds, Lingua Franca, Postmark, and more.

Helix Wine, Craft Bar & Cafe
Altoona

Food & Drink

1:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Eau Claire Children's Theatre: "A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas"

Presents the “missing” two years in the life of the Ingalls family; a story of healing that celebrates family ties during the holiday season.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

Stage

1:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Polar Express Experience

Kids can enjoy a reading of The Polar Express, get a ticket to the train exhibit, a free gift, and a visit from the train conductor.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

2-2:35pm Saturday Dec. 21

Jim Miller's A Child's Christmas in Wales

A beloved Menomonie Christmas tradition returns as Jim Miller performs Dylan Thomas' delightful holiday story "A Child's Christmas in Wales."

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

Stage

2-4pm Saturday Dec. 21

Dough Bowl Candle Workshop

Create a fun 10oz Wooden Dough Bowl Candle. Step by step guide, candle trivia games and discussion, glass of wine, a variety of scents.

Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery
Chippewa Falls

Crafting & Making

2:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Polar Express Experience

Kids can enjoy a reading of The Polar Express, get a ticket to the train exhibit, a free gift, and a visit from the train conductor.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

3:30-5:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Winter Solstice Sunset Snowshoe

Celebrate the rebirth of the sun by snowshoeing at sunset on the shortest day of the year! Register by 12/19.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors Holiday

3:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Polar Express Experience

Kids can enjoy a reading of The Polar Express, get a ticket to the train exhibit, a free gift, and a visit from the train conductor.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

4-6:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Dark Days Dance, Meditation and Sound Bath for the Solstice

Tea ceremony with homemade herbal or spiced chai, nourishing meditation with drumbeat, inspired free-flowing movement session, vibrational sound.

Banbury Place, Bella Black
Eau Claire

Wellness

4-7pm Saturday Dec. 21

Pop-up Art Market

An exciting selection of handmade goods, including fiber, ceramic, and glass works. Featuring artists Melanie Ripley, Ted Semling, and Nora Phillips (Ovli Glass).

The Nucleus Café
Eau Claire

Visual Art

5pm Saturday Dec. 21

Holiday Cocktail & Chocolate Toffee Trolly Tour

Embark on a festive tour and enjoy expertly crafted holiday-style cocktails at Helix and The Lakely and savor decadent chocolates, from Just a Toffee, all included.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Holiday

6-9pm Saturday Dec. 21

Eau Claire Curling Club Open House

Featuring instructional classes for newbies, open ice for pick-up games or practice, and a classic broom stacking experience. Dinner and drinks will be available.

Eau Claire Curling Club
Eau Claire

Recreation

6:20-6:40pm Saturday Dec. 21

Community "Drop Off A Dish" Potluck

Drop off a homemade or store bought dish, combined with others, for the adults staying that night at the Soujourner Shelter. Sign up online.

The Sojourner House
Eau Claire

Community

7-10pm Saturday Dec. 21

Live Music: Cathy Reitz & 7 Swing

A dance band as well as the perfect band to sit back and relax with. Featuring Cathy Reitz on vocals, a rhythm section and 3 horns make up the group.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

7-10pm Saturday Dec. 21

Live Music: Tyler Lustek Group

Pianist, composer, arranger, and educator from Eau Claire, and co-director of the jazz combo program at UWEC.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7pm Saturday Dec. 21

Reading & Cookies with Mrs. Claus

Spend time with Mrs Claus in the lobby to decorate cookies and listen to her read favorite Christmas stories.

Metropolis Resort
Eau Claire

7:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Em Menz and the Sue Orfield Band Christmas Concert

Em Menz and Sue Orfield return to the Mabel Tainter stage for a Holiday Show.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

7:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Dick Wolf: Special Improv Unit Christmas Edition

A completely improvised episode of the police show classic, Law & Order this time with a Christmas themed twist.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

7:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

CVTG: "The Holly & The Ivy"

A funny holiday play written and directed by Mike Cook benefiting the Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

Stage Holiday

7:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Symphony on the Rocks with Some Holiday Spirit

17 Musicians command the stage and bring new life to The Beatles, Pink Floyd, The Who, Imagine Dragons, ELO and holiday flair to enjoy the season.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

8-10:30pm Saturday Dec. 21

Clear Water Comedy: A Night of Open Mic All Stars

This special Saturday Night show showcases talent, community and the supportive environment made at the Plus's weekly open mic. Short sets from established and emerging artists in the Chippewa Valley.

The Plus
Eau Claire

8-11pm Saturday Dec. 21

Joyann Parker

Live music with soul & blues performer Joyann Parker. Santa Hat contest with prizes for 1st and 2nd place.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

8-11pm Saturday Dec. 21

Ugly Sweater Contest Hosted by Joann Parker Band

Listen to great music by Joyann Parker Band and compete in an ugly sweater contest with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Kids Food & Drink Holiday

9am-noon Sunday Dec. 22

Breakfast with Santa

A special limited brunch menu, cookie decorating, letters to Santa, pictures with Mr & Mrs Claus, holiday movies & music. Reservations recommended.

Wheaton Family Restaurant
Eau Claire

11am-3pm Sunday Dec. 22

Tangled Lights Christmas Project

Make a unique set of Christmas ornaments at this project. Decorate 8 ornaments. Call to reserve your spot.

WhispyTKreations
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making Holiday

11am-4pm Sunday Dec. 22

Handmade Holiday Markets at Wheatfield

Old-fashioned holiday shopping on a 5th generation farm. Organic grazing boards, guest artisans, complimentary gift packing, real hot chocolate, and more.

Wheatfield Hill Organics
Durand