Events Calendar

All DayThursday Dec. 5

"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

9:30-11am Thursday Dec. 5

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

9:45-11am Thursday Dec. 5

Stand in the Light Memory Choir Chirstmas Carol Sing-Along

A casual Christmas Carol Sing-Along, complete with singing, holiday trivia and prizes.

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making Holiday

10am-4pm Thursday Dec. 5

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

10:30-11am Thursday Dec. 5

Get the Wiggles Out Week

Gross motor play for toddlers and preschoolers. No registration required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

1:30-2pm Thursday Dec. 5

Get the Wiggles Out Week

Gross motor play for toddlers and preschoolers. No registration required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

5pm Thursday Dec. 5

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

6-7pm Thursday Dec. 5

Start A Small Business in 8 Steps

Entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners are invited to this informational session.

Hosted by Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center

Business

6-7pm Thursday Dec. 5

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

6-7pm Thursday Dec. 5

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

6-7pm Thursday Dec. 5

An Evening of Books and Original Music

Authors/musicians Debra Ray King & Thomas Wayne King share readings from their newest books and new songs from their original studio albums.

Dragon Tale Books
Menomonie

Words

6pm Thursday Dec. 5

Christmas Carol Sing-a-long A Heyde Center Tradition

Led by the incomparable Cathy Reitz, this annual tradition of festive cheer of community spirit brings together the community to sing and enjoy Christmas carols.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Music Holiday

6:15-7:30pm Thursday Dec. 5

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

6:30-8pm Thursday Dec. 5

NAMI Chippewa Valley Family Support Group

A confidential, safe group for friends and family members of someone living with a mental illness or concern.

Gillette Room in Banbury Place Building #2D
Eau Claire

Community

6:30-9pm Thursday Dec. 5

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

7-8pm Thursday Dec. 5

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 Dec. 5

Holiday Movie Trivia

Reserve your spot by calling.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7-9pm Thursday Dec. 5

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

7pm Thursday Dec. 5

Nutcracker

An international all-star cast that blends world-class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes, and stunning acrobatics.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Stage

7pm Thursday Dec. 5

Free Bingo

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

Micon Downtown Cinema
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Dec. 5

Doc Robinson

Melding eccentric lyricism, heartbreak harmonies, and dueling lead guitar synergy, the band has catapulted itself beyond genre categorization into a midwestern “gumbo” concoction.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Dec. 5

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Ellie Hino Live

Ellie is a super fun mom, a mediocre wife, and an all around delight. Her comedy is silly and honest, sometimes focusing on the naked truths of married life and motherhood.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

All DayFriday Dec. 6

"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 Friday Dec. 6

Free First Aid & CPR Class for Chippewa County Communities

Learn lifesaving skills at a FREE First Aid & CPR Training Class for non-licensed healthcare workers and the public.

HWTI Chippewa Falls Education Center
Chippewa Falls

Education

10-11am Friday Dec. 6

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

noon-4pm Friday Dec. 6

Legal Essentials for Startups (incl. 1-on-1 consults)

This session provides essential legal insights for startups, featuring business and legal presentations, lunch, and 1-on-1 counseling. Registration is required. Speakers include UW-Extension and Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center.

Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce
Eau Claire

Business

3:30-5pm Friday Dec. 6

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

4-6pm Friday Dec. 6

Healthy Happy Hour

Enjoy N/A functional drinks to enjoy and sip on, yoga to cheer up your holiday spirit, and socializing time.

Habitual Yoga Space
Eau Claire

Fitness

4-7pm Friday Dec. 6

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

4-9pm Friday Dec. 6

Holiday Open House WIMM Style

The grand reveal of WIMM's holiday style. Lights, holiday cheer, coffee, snacks, and local featured hours every 2.5 hours.

Wisconsin Makers Market
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping

6:30pm Friday Dec. 6

Clearwater Winter Parade

Eau Claire's annual winter parade. Warming shelter, candy from floats, fireworks, games, music, and more. This year's theme is Cosmic Wonder.

Parade Starts at 1st Ave & Grand Ave.

7-9pm Friday Dec. 6

Live Music: Randy Sinz & Sue Orfield

Randy Sinz and Sue Orfield take the stage to sing and play some old country, a little bluegrass and americana, and a few of Sue's originals.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7pm Friday Dec. 6

Eau Claire Male Chorus - 78th Annual Christmas Concerts

The ECMC presents its annual holiday concerts with special guest performers the Memorial High School Madrigal Singers.

Dec. 6 @ Trinity Lutheran Church | Dec. 7 @ Lake Street United Methodist

7pm Friday Dec. 6

"Miracle on 34th Street" Play

Seven-year-old Susan has been taught not to believe in Santa Claus. When her mother hires a new Santa for Macy's, his abilities force them both to question what they've always believed.

Father Dowd Auditorium
Eau Claire

Stage Holiday

7:30pm Friday Dec. 6

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

7:30pm Friday Dec. 6

FIRST FRIDAYS: Ricky Ian Gordon's Orpheus and Euridice

Orpheus and Euridice is a song cycle in two acts, and tells this familiar story in more contemporary terms.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Dec. 6

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

9pm Friday Dec. 6

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 Dec. 6

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

All DaySaturday Dec. 7

"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