Events Calendar

All DayThursday Oct. 31

“Layers of (in)Queer(y)” Art Exhibition

“Layers of (in)QUEER(y)” is a student-curated queer art exhibition inspired by exploration in the HNRS 342 course, Honors Colloquium in Arts with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity, during fall 2023, which focused on queering and questioning the way we interpret art. The exhibition includes 13 national and local artists, interactive art experiences, workshops and a satellite alumni show at McIntyre Library.

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

Visual Art

9-10:30am Thursday Oct. 31

Storytime

Learning Together Storytime: for children attending with a caregiver. On My Own: for ages 3-6 attending by themselves.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

9:30-10:10am Thursday Oct. 31

Preschool Storytime

Stories, songs, games and movement activities. Children may attend independently as they are able, but caregivers must remain in the library.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

9:30-11am Thursday Oct. 31

Play & Learn

Fun & playful opportunities for families to connect through play, music & story time, crafts & healthy snacks. Each family receives one free book.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

10-11am Thursday Oct. 31

Monster Bash

Bring your little ghosts and ghouls to a friendly monster storytime in the Riverview Room. A parade and crafts will follow storytime. Costumes are encouraged.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

10:30-11am Thursday Oct. 31

Preschool Story Time

Registration required. Children must be able to sit independently.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

10:30-11:15am Thursday Oct. 31

Storytime

The theme changes weekly. Kids & caregivers are invited to join for weekly storytimes during the school year.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

11:30am-1pm Thursday Oct. 31

A Very Vivid Halloween

Hear from a panel of women talking about overcoming scaring things. Folks are encouraged to dress for the spooky occasion. Food & beverages served.

The Coven Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Halloween Community

noon-5pm Thursday Oct. 31

Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market

Local musicians and artist markets every Saturday.

Phoenix Park
Eau Claire

Farmers Markets

1-2pm Thursday Oct. 31

Child Care Business - Info Session (Western Wisconsin only)

Learn more about starting your Child Care Business in Western Wisconsin. This will cover the basics of navigating the world of child care.

Hosted by Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center

Business

3-5pm Thursday Oct. 31

Downtown Chippewa Falls Trick or Treating

Bring your costumed kiddos down for the annual downtown trick or treating event. Look for posters at participating businesses.

Downtown Chippewa Falls
Chippewa Falls

Halloween Kids

3:30-6pm Thursday Oct. 31

Dabble Box Open Lab

Stop down to the Dabble Box and see where your creativity takes you. Lots of equipment and supplies available for all ages.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, RCU Dabble Box Makerspace

Crafting & Making

4:15-5pm Thursday Oct. 31

Barre Crawl & Mocktails

Halloween themed Barre classes, complete with spooky themed mocktails, spooky vibes, music, costumes, and more.

Latitude 44 Yoga Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

5-7pm Thursday Oct. 31

City of Menomonie Trick of Treating

These are the official hours for Trick or Treating in the City of Menomonie.

City of Menomonie

6-7pm Thursday Oct. 31

ASL Social

Connect with local d/Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and sign-language enthusiasts. Socialize and sign together! Their goal is voices off.

The Goat Coffee House
Eau Claire

Community

6-7pm Thursday Oct. 31

Scary Story Open Mic

Are you an expert at telling tales of terror around the campfire? Do you have your friends believing the story of the ghost in attic? Share or listen to spooky stories at this special open mic.

Dragon Tale Books
Menomonie

Words

6-7:30pm Thursday Oct. 31

Dark History Trolley Tour

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.

6pm and 7:30pm. Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat Sept 27 thru Nov 2

The Local Store
Eau Claire

6-8pm Thursday Oct. 31

Beat the Brewer

Challenge a visiting brewery rep to arcade games. Win prizes, enjoy brews, and have fun.

The Reboot Social
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

6-8pm Thursday Oct. 31

Amp Quiz Trivia @ VFW Post 305

Extended food hours, great staff, food, prices, and the best view in town.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

6-8pm Thursday Oct. 31

Amp Quiz Triva @ VFW Post 305

Play trivia while you enjoy great food, great drinks, an awesome view, and you may even catch a glimpse oftheir resident Osprey's and their new arrivals.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

6:30-9pm Thursday Oct. 31

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

6:45-8pm Thursday Oct. 31

Reiki Infused Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga involves holding poses for extended periods of time to release tension. Reiki promotes healing and balance.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

7-8pm Thursday Oct. 31

Public Planetarium Show

Learn about the skies over Eau Claire and a topic in astronomy in the comfort of the L.E. Phillips planetarium.

UW-Eau Claire Phillips Hall
Eau Claire

Outdoors

7-9pm Thursday Oct. 31

DJ Bingo at On The Rocks

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

On the Rocks Bar
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Thursday Oct. 31

DJ Trivia at VFW Post 7232 Folsom

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

VFW Post 7232
Eau Claire

7-9pm Thursday Oct. 31

Amp Quiz Trivia

Fun, free, and top 3 teams win bar cash.

The Old Barn Bar & Grill
Jim Falls

7-11pm Thursday Oct. 31

Halloween Costume Party

Ring in Halloween by donning your Halloween costume and getting down to Halloween music.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

7pm Thursday Oct. 31

Free Bingo

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

Micon Downtown Cinema
Eau Claire

7pm Thursday Oct. 31

Dinner & Classic Horror Movie

Enjoy a free screening of a classic horror movie on the patio (Schedule online) and grab a meal by Chef Stacy.

Brewery Nonic
Menomonie

7:30-9pm Thursday Oct. 31

Dark History Trolley Tour

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.

6pm and 7:30pm. Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat Sept 27 thru Nov 2

The Local Store
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Oct. 31

Eau Claire Children's Theatre: "Evil Dead The Musical"

This cult classic combines horror and humor in a gore-filled, laugh-out-loud show with catchy tunes, outrageous comedy, and splatter zones.

Eau Claire Children's Theatre
Eau Claire

Stage Halloween

7:30pm Thursday Oct. 31

Clear Water Comedy Halloween Showcase: The Witching Hour

This night of spooky foolishness and stand up awaits you. Local comedians, fast-paced sets.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

8-11pm Thursday Oct. 31

Thursday Night Karaoke

Karaoke singers are entered in a drawing to win a $50 Growler Guys gift card.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

8-11pm Thursday Oct. 31

Six Figure Sunrise Halloween Party

Music from 8-11pm. Kitchen open to midnight, and costume judging. Gift card prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Music Halloween

9pm Thursday Oct. 31

The Yooper - A Bloody Hilarious Horror Show

Oh Claire Improv's annual Halloween show. A supernatural being, "The Yooper", a nice midwest man haunts all of northern Michigan. Fake blood and gore and plenty of comedy.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy Halloween

All DayFriday Nov. 1

“Layers of (in)Queer(y)” Art Exhibition

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

Visual Art

9:30-10am Friday Nov. 1

Family Storytime

Families and library staff will share 30 minutes of stories, songs, movement and games together.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

10-11am Friday Nov. 1

Preschool STEM

Hands-on activities in each of the STEM categories (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) will be provided each week.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

1:15-2:30pm Friday Nov. 1

Compassion Yoga For MS

Strength connections within your body, activate muscle groups along the spine, improve your breath processes and move energy.

Resilient Spark Yoga
Eau Claire

Fitness

3-7pm Friday Nov. 1

Wicked Wine Weekend

An annual fall wine tasting with 40+ wines to taste, point reyes cheese, charcuterie buffet, bourbons, and other spirits. Taste rarer wines, and get discounts.

The Coffee Grounds
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

4-7pm Friday Nov. 1

St Olaf Men's Club Fish Fry

Enjoy batter fried or baked fish, french fries, or baked potato, vegetables, coleslaw and salad bar, and beverage. Carry-out available.

St Olaf Catholic Church Parish Center
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

5-8pm Friday Nov. 1

Big Eddy Halloween Party

A spooktacular night with brews back from the dead. Raise your spirits for the haunting release of the Big Eddy Imperial Stout. Live music by The Cragars, dancing, beer giveaways, costume contest, decor, and more.

Leinie Lodge
Chippewa Falls

5-9pm Friday Nov. 1

Fall Fun at Govin's Farm

Enjoy fall fun in an 11 acre corn maze, pick out a pumpkin from the patch, shoot from the pumpkin cannon, explore the corn maze, a flashlight maze adventure, and more.

Govin’s Farm
Menomonie

Fall Fun

6pm Friday Nov. 1

Rash Fest 7

Eclectic night of music featuring art and bands from all over the country. Shady Bug, Gash, Dusk, Popstar, PULSR, Ira Glass, Janakey and more.

Eau Claire Masonic Temple
Eau Claire

Music

6-7pm Friday Nov. 1

Guided Meditation & Resonance Drench

Enhanced with the gentle sounds of instruments, this meditation focusing on honoring ancestors and connecting with the cycle of life.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

6-7:30pm Friday Nov. 1

Dark History Trolley Tour

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.

6pm and 7:30pm. Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat Sept 27 thru Nov 2

The Local Store
Eau Claire