Events Calendar

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

Kids Holiday

Found Footage Fest: 20th Anniversary Show

Live comedy with VHS tapes! Joe Pickett (The Onion) and Nick Prueher (Late Show) will serve up their all-time greatest finds.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy

A Rockin' Blue Christmas w/ the Johnny Rogers Show

Will transport you back to the days of Sleigh Bells Ringing and Carolers Singing by paying tribute to some of the biggest musical legends of all time.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Music

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "A Christmas Story"

Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940's follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas.

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild
Eau Claire

Stage

Menomonie Theater Guild Presents Annie

The beloved classic Annie comes to Menomonie, just in time to create special family memories at the holidays.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Stage

Glass Holiday Scene or Tree Class

Create a glass holiday scene, tree, or both. Additional projects per person are only $15.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

Kids Crafting & Making

Live Music: Kanebrake

Live music bringing 80's heavy metal back to life.

The Snout Saloon
Chippewa Falls

Music

Brother Jon Band

Rooted in Classic rock and blues with a jam style all of our own. Promoting their first release Open Jam, the band is getting some airplay with the song Bobby’s.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Music

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Trevor Anderson

Quick wit and clean, quirky takes on everyday observations and family life make Trevor’s comedy widely accessible, yet completely one of a kind.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Music

"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

St. Olaf PCCW Christmas Bake Sale

Delicious and festive assorted cookie trays, fresh cinnamon rolls, cakes, cupcakes, muffins, pies, sweet breads, bars, fudge, candies and more.

St. Olaf Church
Eau Claire

Causes

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

Holiday Bakers Pop Up

Seasonal baked goods, gluten free treats, European style pretzels, artisan sourdough bread, challah bread, bagels, mini bundt cakes, and more.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "A Christmas Story"

Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940's follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas.

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild
Eau Claire

Stage

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

Dr Z's Blues Jam

Monthly jam session focused on Blues music. Hosted by Dr Z and Deeper Roots. Backline provided. Event starts at 3pm if the Packers play that day.

The Brickhouse
Eau Claire

Music

Menomonie Theater Guild Presents Annie

The beloved classic Annie comes to Menomonie, just in time to create special family memories at the holidays.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Stage

Sunday Oldies at the V

Join DJ Scotty on Sundays (except during packers games) for classic rock oldies from the 50s-80s. Games, prizes, food, drinks, and more.

VFW Club 305
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Ballroom Dance Lessons

Learn a variety of ballroom dances. Lessons from 6:30-8pm. Followed by a half-hour of free dance.

McPhee Dance Studio (Rm 105)
Eau Claire

Dance

The Silhouettes

An entertaining, family-friendly shadow dance story filled with the types of love that fill our world.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Dance

Bingo Night at The Plus

Food, beverage, and event giveaways- plus a chance to win our blackout game, with a minimum prize of $200!

The Plus
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

The Holly Jolly Christmas Trolley

A brand new tour experience for 2024. Immerse yourself in nostalgia with the festively decorated vintage trolley. Enjoy downtown holiday lights on the way to the new Lights in the Valley immersive display. Enjoy a crackling fire, hot chocolate, cookies, family trolley photos, and hear the holiday host tell historic seasonal stories, lead holiday trivia, carols, and more.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Holiday

Christmas Bird Count - Chippewa Falls

Join the Christmas Bird Count (CBC) for a fun day identifying and counting birds seen in designated 15-mile diameter circles. Register by 12/09.

Chippewa Family Restaurant
Chippewa Falls

Outdoors Holiday

Yoga @ The Library

Pause, quiet your mind, and be present.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

Fitness

Movin' & Groovin music class

This class promotes language and play through instruments, scarves, songs, and playtime with friends.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

Kids

Women's Cancer Support Group

Redefining cancer support through a community where women will be understood, feel heard, and find more joy. A safe space to process the journey.

Stephanie Miller Cancer Doula
Eau Claire

Wellness

Family Nature Club: Winter Birding

Become an ornithologist. Learn who’s nibbling at your feeder and identify birds by their characteristics and songs. Register by 10/15.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Prenatal + Postpartum Yoga

Build strength, find peace, and connect with your baby in a nurturing space with others.

Habitual Yoga Space
Eau Claire

Fitness

Amp Quiz Trivia at Brickhouse

Great fun and prizes to challenge your mind every Monday night.

The Brickhouse
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Food for Thought Book Club

Copies of the discussion titles are available at the library about a month in advance, and can be picked up at the circulation desk.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words

Charting Your Stars: Monthly Astrology Study Group

Charting Your Stars offers monthly astrology sessions, exploring the basics and different aspects of natal charts. Open to all levels, this group provides personal insights and connection in a supportive environment.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Spirituality

Eau Claire Trivia Night

6 rounds of trivia with 9 questions each round. Prizes for 1st place teams. Changing themes, picture round, matching round, and more.

Bloomer Brewing in Downtown Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Nightlife

DJ Trivia at Heartbreakers

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

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

Writer's Group

Share and give feedback to help other writers become the best they can. Bring original work to share, up to 1,000 words. Writing prompts available.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words

Strings 'n' Things

Coffee, company, and books while you work on your needlecrafts.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Crafting & Making

Meet Jim Backus Nature Photographer

Join award winning nature photographer Jim Backus for informal one-on-one talks about his latest photography adventure. From the Baja, Peru, Botswana, Himalayas, Rockys, BC, to Yellowstone.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Power of Attorney

Completing a POA is a gift to your family and friends because they won’t be left wondering what you would want.

Chippewa County Courthouse RM 119Q
Chippewa Falls

Seniors

Changes in the Land

This virtual program details how the Wisconsin landscape has changed throughout history and examines how human beings impact the environment. Register by 12/16.

Virtual

Outdoors

Acu Meridi-Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga combined with gentle pressure along the meridians of the body to offer deep healing while bringing balance to energy flow.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

Book 'Em Mystery Book Club

Copies of the discussion titles are available at the library about a month in advance, and can be picked up at the circulation desk.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words

Community Grief Circle

A community grief circle hosted by Earthways Healing. Share and process grief in a supportive environment.

Soulstice Wellness Center
Eau Claire

Wellness

Country Dancing at Lilydale

An evening of dancing to Country Music. No formal instructions; just fun line/partner dancing and great fellowship. Cash bar available; no carry-ins.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Dance

Eau Claire Buddhist Sangha

Meditate, listen to a dharma talk, and discuss. Different topics weekly. All are welcome. Meditation instruction available.

Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Wellness

Dj Bingo at Westside Bar & Grill

Song clips instead of numbers. Get "Bingo" and win prizes. Wide variety of music genres.

Westside Bar & Grill
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Amp Quiz Trivia at The Tomahawk Room

Get the gang together and test your Mind with trivia.

Tomahawk Room
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

Music Bingo at The Reboot Social

An exciting evening of music bingo hosted by Carlson Entertainment. Test your music knowledge with great tunes in a fun atmosphere. Win prizes as you mark off songs on your bingo card.

The Reboot Social
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Dj Trivia at Seymour Swigs

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

Seymour Swigs
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Itty Bitty Playtime

Enjoy sensory play, stories, music, and child development activities for your littles ones. Watch them learn and grow as they play!

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

Kids

Coffee and Community Series

Aan informational series about charitable giving in your community; from endowments, to scholarships, to donor advised funds.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Causes