Events Calendar

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

Holiday

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

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

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

Crafting & Making Holiday

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-4pm Saturday Nov. 30

Banbury Place Christmas Kickoff

The residents of Banbury Place Building 13 invite you to shop on Small Business Saturday at these local shops and vendors.

Banbury Place Building 13
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

DJ Karaoke at Hearbreakers

Sing at Heartbreakers house Karaoke, or request your favorite jam.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

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

All DaySunday Dec. 1

"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

All DaySunday Dec. 1

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

9am-5pm Sunday Dec. 1

Reiki 1 & 2 Certification Class

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

Creative Healing
Chippewa Falls

Wellness

11am-1pm Sunday Dec. 1

Downsville Community Museum Kids with Santa, Open House & Silent Auction

Pictures with Santa along with open house cookies with hot chocolate or cider and a silent auction of holiday crafts, decorations, baked goodies trays and other items on display.

Downsville Community Museum
Downsville/Menomonie

11am-5pm Sunday Dec. 1

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

noon-1:30pm Sunday Dec. 1

Introduction to Winter Camping

In this lecture-style session, learn a variety of topics such as forms of winter travel, how to stay warm, fun recipes, winter hazards, and more! Register by 11/29.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

noon-4pm Sunday Dec. 1

Advent at the Ager

Scandinavian foods: meat balls, picked herring, cheeses, crackers, COOKIES, and more. Music, chat, and a sing-along.

Ager House
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

noon-4pm Sunday Dec. 1

Holiday Market and Vendor Fair at The Brewing Projekt

Get into the holiday spirit and join us in Downtown Eau Claire for a Holiday Market & Vendor Fair where we'll host local artists, shops, makers, & bakers. Bring your friends and enjoy shopping all the best arts, crafts, food, & more with a craft beverage in your hand!

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

12:30pm Sunday Dec. 1

Swap 'N' Prop at Verdant Curiosities

Swap propagations, cuttings, whole plants, and knowledge at our monthly gathering of planty people. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Verdant Curiosities
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

2-3:30pm Sunday Dec. 1

Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra - Singing in the Holidays!

A fun, swinging night to make all of those traditional holiday classics better by making them swing. Tap your toes, clap your hands, and jingle your bells with holiday spirit.

Pablo Center at the Confluence - Jamf Theater
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

2-6pm Sunday Dec. 1

4th Annual Chili Cook-Off

The public can sample contestants chili and vote for their favorite. Cooks can enter slow cooker red chili recipes (sign up by 11/29) to win.

Zymurgy Brewing
Menomonie

Food & Drink

2pm Sunday Dec. 1

Northwinds Brass Band Annual Holiday Concert

Under the artistic direction of Anastasia Traicoff-Stratioti and featuring guest conductor Michael Larson, this annual holiday concert promises a delightful mix of festive and classical music

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls