Events Calendar

7-8pm Thursday Nov. 28

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

7pm Thursday Nov. 28

Free Bingo

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

Micon Downtown Cinema
Eau Claire

8-9:30pm Thursday Nov. 28

A Clear Water Comedy Thanksgiving Showcase Live

Every Clear Water Comedian who stays in town during the holidays is going to take the stage for fast paced, silly, fun.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

8-11pm Thursday Nov. 28

Thursday Night Karaoke

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

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

All DayFriday Nov. 29

"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

9am-5pm Friday Nov. 29

11th Annual "There Once Was a Barn Holiday Boutique"

Featuring local artists and artisans displaying their work in a restored barn decorated for the season. The boutique will be open expanded days this year.

There Once Was a Barn
Willard

10am-2pm Friday Nov. 29

Santa's House

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

Rutledge Charity Building
Chippewa Falls

10am Friday Nov. 29

Santa's Arrival

Watch as Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive in Chippewa Falls. Head across the street to visit with them afterwards.

BMO Harris Bank parking lot
Chippewa Falls

3:30-5pm Friday Nov. 29

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

4-5:30pm Friday Nov. 29

Turkey Twist Family Dance Party

Get ready to shake your tail feathers at the baste family dance party ever! Wattle, strut, make crafts, and gobble up some delicious snacks.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

5pm Friday Nov. 29

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

7-10pm Friday Nov. 29

Live Music: D. Janakey

D. Janakey's folk songs ride the edge between autobiographical and transcendental story telling.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7-10pm Friday Nov. 29

Live Music: Howard 'Guitar' Luedtke

Howard "Guitar" Luedtke is a staple in the local blues scene, with 40+ years of playing guitar with his famous Les Paul he's named "Blue Max."

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Nov. 29

Them Coulee Boys

Them Coulee Boys craft a brand of Americana that blends folk, punk, bluegrass, and rock & roll. 4 part harmonies with banjo stomp and rhythm section.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

9pm Friday Nov. 29

Karaoke @ Heartbreakers

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

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

9pm Friday Nov. 29

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

10pm Friday Nov. 29

Late Night Karaoke

Free late night karaoke in the bar main lounge.

The Plus
Eau Claire

All DaySaturday Nov. 30

"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

9am-2pm Saturday Nov. 30

13th Annual Ho Ho Ho Craft Show

Join us on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at Durand-Arkansaw High School to support the Durand Ambulance Service and get your Christmas gifts locally! The event features 2 gyms full of vendors, Santa & Mrs. Claus, a bake sale, and face painting!

Durand-Arkansaw High School
Durand

Crafting & Making

9am-3pm Saturday Nov. 30

Just Take Time Holiday Shopping

A unique shopping experience filled with shabby chic, one of a kind treasures at affordable prices.

Just Take Time
Elk Mound

9am-5pm Saturday Nov. 30

Reiki 1 & 2 Certification Class

Learn foundations of Reiki through a combination of discussion, lecture, and hands-on experience.

Creative Healing
Chippewa Falls

Wellness

9am-5pm Saturday Nov. 30

11th Annual "There Once Was a Barn Holiday Boutique"

Featuring local artists and artisans displaying their work in a restored barn decorated for the season. The boutique will be open expanded days this year.

There Once Was a Barn
Willard

10am-2pm Saturday Nov. 30

Santa's House

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

Rutledge Charity Building
Chippewa Falls

Crafting & Making Holiday

10am-3pm Saturday Nov. 30

Handmade Holiday Vendor & Young Entrepreneur Market

60 WI-based artists, makers, vendors and young entrepreneur vendors. Food, live music, and more. Hosted by WI Makers Market.

Eau Claire Event District
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping

10am-4pm Saturday Nov. 30

2nd Annual "Does with Big Bucks" Market

60+ vendors, artisans, crafters, and makers. Restaurant & lounge on-site.

29 Pines Hotel and Convention Center
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping

10am-4pm Saturday Nov. 30

Spruce Up Winter Workshop - Porch Pot or Wreath

Greenhouse pros guide you and your friends in creating unique containers or wreaths for this holiday season.

Down To Earth Garden Center
Eau Claire

10am-4pm Saturday Nov. 30

Small Business Saturday Vendor Fair

Shop Small Business Saturday with live music, treats, prizes, and shopping at this vendor fair.

Sweet Legacy Vintage Furniture & Rental
Eau Claire

10am-5pm Saturday Nov. 30

Ager House Art Sale

Books, paintings, prints, photos, and CDs. Featuring artists Mary Elworthy and Susan Phelps Pearson and musician/composer Ivar Lunde, Jr.

Ager House
Eau Claire

Visual Art

10am-7pm Saturday Nov. 30

Durand Dazzle Day

At Durand High School (9am-2pm), enjoy 2 gyms of vendors, craft fair, bake sale, and more. Kidapalooza at City Hall (2-5pm) and Dazzle Parade at 6pm.

Locations in Durand

11am-noon Saturday Nov. 30

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-5pm Saturday Nov. 30

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

11:15am-12:15pm Saturday Nov. 30

Pablo Center ARTmobile @ the Library

Connects people of all ages to the visual arts with fun, inspiring, and relevant art projects that have an educational component.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

1-4pm Saturday Nov. 30

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 Nov. 30

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

2-3pm Saturday Nov. 30

Music in the Library

Musicians will play near the nautilus sculpture for all to enjoy. Schedule online.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

3pm Saturday Nov. 30

Christmas with Lorie Line

Lorie Line has been touring her Christmastime performance for 35 years. She shares her faith and the "good news" with her fans. She'll be joined by Jimmy Finch, baritone opera singer.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

4pm Saturday Nov. 30

12th Annual Run for the Lights 5k & 1M

Participants take a stroll or run through Irvine Park, finishing as the Christmas Village. Proceeds support the Christmas Village.

Irvine Park
Chippewa Falls

Run/Walk Events Holiday

5pm Saturday Nov. 30

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 Nov. 30

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

7-10pm Saturday Nov. 30

Live Music: Hindsight

The multi-faceted collective created by five individuals who aspire to add a new perspective to the name of modern jazz and live music.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7pm Saturday Nov. 30

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 Nov. 30

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Michael Palascak Live

Michael’s likability allows him to relate to his audiences in an authentic way which sets up the huge laughs he gets from his sharp, personal material.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

8pm Saturday Nov. 30

Crossroads Band

Crossroads Band plays fun energetic music you can dance and have a great time to. 80's & 90's Rock.

The Snout Saloon
Chippewa Falls

8pm Saturday Nov. 30

Feast and Sing

Hosted by the McDonell Central Catholic Schools. Enjoy a Keipi meal, which has its origins in the Republic of Georgia; followed by an intimate night of music & conversation.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls