Events Calendar

Kids Aerial Hammock Class

Students will be introduced to being upside down and standing, wraps, and shapes in an environment focusing on safety.

Moonrise Aerials Studio
Eau Claire

Kids

Stitch-In at the Library

Bring your WIP or UFO to work in a friendly, supportive environment. Stitchers of all levels welcomed.

Cadott Community Library
Cadott

Crafting & Making

Book Scouts Book Club: Story Seekers

For newer independent readers who enjoy illustrated and shorter chapter books. Registration required.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making Kids

Yin Yoga & Meditation

Yin Yoga is a slow style of yoga that focuses on holding extended poses to release tension. Combined with meditation, it offers powerful healing.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

Mannheim Steamroller

The show features classic Christmas hits from Mannheim Steamroller and dazzling multimedia effects in an intimate setting.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music

DJ Trivia at Whispering Pines Golf Course

General knowledge trivia. Play on your own or with friends. Prizes for the top 3. League play available.

Whispering Pines Golf Course
Cadott

Nightlife

Mabel's Movie Series: "Christmas Vacation"

The Griswold family's plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Movies Holiday

Open Mic at River Jams

Monthly open mic hosted by Dan Boetcher and James Ignacio. Musicians BYO instruments.

River Jams
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

Mabel's Movie Series: "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation"

The Griswold family's plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Movies

Music Trivia - Name that Tune

Free to Play and Win Prizes.

1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30pm

Big T's
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Name That Tune Trivia Night: 80s Edition

They'll run through genres of metal, pop, rock, rap, and more from the 80s. Prizes in store for winning teams.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Karaoke @ Heartbreakers

Karaoke DJ dance party with T&A Entertainment. Todd and Adam. Happy hour prices from 9pm-midnight.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

"Clause for Concern" Escape Room

A holiday themed escape room that raises money for the Chippewa Valley Museum. Hosted by Tactical Escape 101 at the historic Schlegelmilch house.

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

Holiday

Christmas Bird Count - Beaver Creek Reserve

Join the Christmas Bird Count (CBC) for a fun day identifying and counting birds seen in designated 15-mile diameter circles. Register by 12/12.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors Holiday

Play & Learn

Fun and playful family connection opportunities through music & story time, crafts & healthy snacks. Each family receives a free book.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

Kids

Little Explorer: Winter Solstice Scavenger Hunt

Bring your little explorers out to Beaver Creek for a morning to learn about the ways nature changes as the winter season begins! Register by 12/17.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Kids Holiday

Widows of Western Wisconsin Morning Social

Widows & widowers of all ages are invited to join for a morning social. Coffee & sweets will be provided with menu items available for purchase.

The French Press
Eau Claire

Community

Book Scouts Book Club: Page Turners

recommended for more experienced independent readers who enjoy longer chapter books.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

Cookie Decorating Class

Includes a complimentary wine tasting. Learn how to glaze 4 different sugar cookie designs, and take your creations home.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink Holiday

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

NAMI Chippewa Valley Peer Support Group

A confidential and safe support group open to adults living with a mental illness or concern

Banbury Place Building #2D, Suite 301
Eau Claire

Community

NAMI Chippewa Valley Peer Support Group

A confidential and safe support group open to adults living with a mental illness or concern

Banbury Place Building #2D, Suite 301
Eau Claire

Community

Chippewa Valley Toastmasters Club Meeting

A learning club for people interested in learning speaking and leadership skills. Club meetings are free and welcome to visitors.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Education

Compassionate Friends Support Group

Families who have suffered the death of child, sibling, grandchild or friend and grief has entered your world are welcome to attend.

Dove Health Care, South Building
Chippewa Falls

Wellness

Queen of Hearts

One lucky raffle winner will get 1 chance to turn a card. If its the Queen of Hearst, they win the pot. Pot increases weekly until someone wins.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

Home Alone Trivia

Reserve your spot by calling.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Drag Bingo with Khloe Wold

Add some sparkle to your night. An evening of glitter, glamour, and good times. Two free bingo cards per person.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Free Bingo

Doors open at 6 for food. Over $200 given away every Thursday with a possible $500 blackout.

Micon Downtown Cinema
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Sound & Stories: Joy the World

The Chippewa Valley Writers Guild annual tradition that brings together musicians and writers to charm and delight with winter songs & stories.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music

An Evening with Mary Mondlock

A night of celebration with some beloved tunes. A graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy, Mary Mondlock returns to the Mabel stage where her career began.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Music Holiday

Clear Water Comedy Presents: The Roast of 2024

It's been a hell of a year, and it's Clear Water Comedy's final show of the year. Fast paced jokes and numerous sets from your friends at Clear Water Comedy. Buy Tickets »

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

"Clause for Concern" Escape Room

A holiday themed escape room that raises money for the Chippewa Valley Museum. Hosted by Tactical Escape 101 at the historic Schlegelmilch house.

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

Holiday

Women's Fat Bike Ride Hosted by the Valley Girls!

The Valley Girls Cycling Organization is advancing women's engagement in cycling through education, opportunity and support in the Chippewa Valley. Join us for fat biking at Lowes Creek every Friday! All skill levels welcome.

Lowes Creek, Expo Center Side
Eau Claire

Recreation

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

Qigong in the Salt Cave

Join certified Qigong Instructor, Sandra for deep breathing in the healing salt air and mindful movement. A gentle warmup, 30-40 min of gentle Qigong standing postures and movement, mindful focus, and deep breathing in the Salt Cave, ending in a restorative meditation.

The Healing Agenda
Eau Claire

Wellness

Twas a Girls Night Before Christmas

From the producers of the box office smash Girls Night: The Musical comes the new must-see holiday show!

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Stage

The Jim Phillips Project Live

A four piece folk rock & blues band. A mix of upbeat classic, and country rock, blues, and original songs.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Music

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

Music

Chris Kroeze

Local favorite and The Voice alumnus, Chris Kroeze returns to Pablo Center for an amazing night of music.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music

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

Karaoke @ Heartbreakers

Karaoke DJ dance party with T&A Entertainment. Todd and Adam. Happy hour prices from 9pm-midnight.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

Karaoke is Back at VFW Post 305

Karaoke is back at VFW Post 305, so come on out and enjoy some great drink specials, and get a free drink for your first song.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

Nightlife

"Clause for Concern" Escape Room

A holiday themed escape room that raises money for the Chippewa Valley Museum. Hosted by Tactical Escape 101 at the historic Schlegelmilch house.

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

Holiday

The Schoolhouse Christmas Trolley Express

Ride through the heart of festive downtown Eau Claire, visit with Santa & Mrs Claus at the Carson Park one-room schoolhouse. Cookies, music, and activities, interactive kids stories & music as you ride the vintage red trolley, a chance for each kid to ring the trolley bell, coloring pages and family photos and more.

Dec. 7-21, Saturday & Sunday (Times on Website)

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Kids Holiday

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

Farmers Markets

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

Santa's House

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

Rutledge Charity Building
Chippewa Falls

Kids Holiday

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

Kids Holiday

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

Kids Holiday

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

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday