Events Calendar

8am Thursday Nov. 28

Festival Foods Turkey Trot

An annual Thanksgiving tradition. 2 mile untimed or 5 mile timed options, and a dog jog. Registration includes a ton of free swag, including pie, snacks, shirt, and more.

Eau Claire YMCA
Eau Claire

Run/Walk Events

9am Thursday Nov. 28

Osseo Turkey Trot

Run, walk, waddles, or trot on Thanksgiving morning with a 2.5 or 5 mile loop available. Dogs and strollers are welcome.

Stoddard Park
Osseo

Run/Walk Events Holiday

10am-4pm Thursday Nov. 28

29 Pines Thanksgiving Buffet

Reservations required by 11/21. Wheaton Family Restaurant will host a scrumptious Thanksgiving Buffet for families.

29 Pines Conference Center
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

11am-3pm Thursday Nov. 28

Community Thanksgiving Dinner

Traditional meal with all the fixings. Dine in or take out options available. Reserve your take out before 11/26.

Saving Grace Lutheran Church
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

11am-10pm Thursday Nov. 28

Thanksgiving at Thirsty Badger

Don't feel like cooking? Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal without all the hassle. $12 for a meal, dine-in or dine out, and add a slice of pie for $2.

Thirsty Badger Sports Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink

11:30am-1pm Thursday Nov. 28

Thanksgiving Community Dinner

A free community dinner open to all. Offering a sit down dinner as well as drive-thru service.

Hope Renewal Center for Men
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Holiday

6-7pm Thursday Nov. 28

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

6-8pm Thursday Nov. 28

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

6:30-9pm Thursday Nov. 28

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 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.

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

4-8pm Friday Nov. 29

PopUp Vendors - Black Friday

Local artists, shops, makers, & bakers. Bring your friends and enjoy shopping all the best local arts, crafts, food, & more with a craft beverage in hand.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

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

Music

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

Music

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

Music

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

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

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

10am-2pm Saturday Nov. 30

DiY Candle Workshop

Create a personalized gift for anyone in your life. Create your own soy candle. Choose your own scent, size, and decorations. Jars included, 4oz and 6oz.

Tangled Up in Hue
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

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

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

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

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

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