Events Calendar

9pm Friday Dec. 27

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. 28

"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

10am-2pm Saturday Dec. 28

Ager Open House

Open house at the Ager Museum. A docent will be present to assist in finding items in the library or viewing items in the museum.

Ager House
Eau Claire

Museums & History

10am-2pm Saturday Dec. 28

Waldemar Ager Open House

Discover the legacy of journalist, business man, novelist Norwegian immigrant Waldemar Ager and browse a library of 1,600+ volumes of Scandinavian literature.

Ager House
Eau Claire

Museums & History

10am-2pm Saturday Dec. 28

Ager Open House

Includes Waldemar Ager's study, the newspapers he edited for nearly 50 years, and a 1,600 volume library of materials on Scandinavian history.

The Waldemar Ager Museum
Eau Claire

Museums & History

1-3pm Saturday Dec. 28

Noon Year’s Eve Crafternoon Party

Ring in the New Year with dancing, crafts, face painting, snacks, and a countdown to a balloon drop at noon.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

1:30pm Saturday Dec. 28

Polar Express Experience

Kids can enjoy a reading of The Polar Express, get a ticket to the train exhibit, a free gift, and a visit from the train conductor.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

2:30pm Saturday Dec. 28

Polar Express Experience

Kids can enjoy a reading of The Polar Express, get a ticket to the train exhibit, a free gift, and a visit from the train conductor.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

3:30pm Saturday Dec. 28

Polar Express Experience

Kids can enjoy a reading of The Polar Express, get a ticket to the train exhibit, a free gift, and a visit from the train conductor.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

5pm Saturday Dec. 28

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 Saturday Dec. 28

Live Music: Madlee Band

Maddex Larson & Paige Lee playing a variety of music, singing songs you can't help but sing along.

The Snout Saloon
Chippewa Falls

7:30pm Saturday Dec. 28

Day of Show

Shane Leonard, Kelly Shuda, Amy Speckien, Ian Jacoby, and Joe Westerlund will improvise their way through the story of a band's show, with details generated by the audience.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy

8-11pm Saturday Dec. 28

A Collaborative Night of Music with Sarah Elstran

Fight the post holiday blues with a night of winter songs, seasonal favorites, deep cuts, and originals with Sarah Elstran, Sarah Krueger, and Sarah Magill.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

All DaySunday Dec. 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

2:30-6:30pm Sunday Dec. 29

Sunday Oldies at the V

Join DJ Scotty on Sundays (except during packers games) for classic rock oldies from the 50s-80s. Games, prizes, food, drinks, and more.

VFW Club 305
Eau Claire

7-8:30pm Sunday Dec. 29

Bingo Night at The Plus

Food, beverage, and event giveaways- plus a chance to win our blackout game, with a minimum prize of $200.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

1:30-3:30pm Monday Dec. 30

Ultimate Nintendo Switch Tournament

Compete in a Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, or both, for a chance at becoming the Ultimate Champion. Snacks served.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

6-8pm Monday Dec. 30

Amp Quiz Trivia at Brickhouse

Great fun and prizes to challenge your mind every Monday night.

The Brickhouse
Eau Claire

7-9pm Monday Dec. 30

Eau Claire Trivia Night

6 rounds of trivia with 9 questions each round. Prizes for 1st place teams. Changing themes, picture round, matching round, and more.

Bloomer Brewing in Downtown Eau Claire
Eau Claire

7:30-9pm Monday Dec. 30

DJ Trivia at Heartbreakers

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

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

10:30am-12:30pm Tuesday Dec. 31

Noon Year’s Eve Party

Ring in the New Year with dancing, crafts, face painting, snacks, and a countdown to a balloon drop at noon.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

5-8pm Tuesday Dec. 31

“On the Water” is a nostalgic look at summer recreation in the 1940s-1970s. Learn more about Martin Motors manufactured in Eau Claire, the love of fishing, the beginning of ski sprites, Half Moon Beach, and resort life.

Chippewa Valley Museum
Eau Claire

Visual Art

6:30pm Tuesday Dec. 31

Troppo Big Band Jazz Orchestra New Year’s Eve Bash

Enjoy your new years with big band jazz orchestra music, dancing, cocktails, appetizers, and more.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Music Holiday

7pm Tuesday Dec. 31

New Year's Eve Party at Helix

Complimentary hors d'oeuvres, raffle prize giveaways, and full food and drink menu available all night, with beer, wine, and bubbly flowing until 1am. Reservations recommended.

Helix Wine, Craft Bar & Cafe
Altoona

7-8:30pm Tuesday Dec. 31

Eau Claire Buddhist Sangha

Meditate, listen to a dharma talk, and discuss. Different topics weekly. All are welcome. Meditation instruction available.

Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Wellness

7-9pm Tuesday Dec. 31

Dj Bingo at Westside Bar & Grill

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

Westside Bar & Grill
Eau Claire

7-9pm Tuesday Dec. 31

Amp Quiz Trivia at The Tomahawk Room

Get the gang together and test your Mind with trivia.

Tomahawk Room
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Tuesday Dec. 31

Music Bingo at The Reboot Social

An exciting evening of music bingo hosted by Carlson Entertainment. Test your music knowledge with great tunes in a fun atmosphere. Win prizes as you mark off songs on your bingo card.

The Reboot Social
Eau Claire

7pm Tuesday Dec. 31

New Year's Eve Casino Night

An evening of glitz, glamour, and casino-style games like blackjack, joker, spin the wheel, and more. Raffles, prizes, signature drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and more.

Tanglewood Greens
Menomonie

8-11pm Tuesday Dec. 31

Virginia Steel NYE Party

Great Music. Great Musicians. Great Party. Join Hearbreakers in ringing in 2025. Champagne toast and more.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

8pm Tuesday Dec. 31

Happy Blue Year

Join Chippewa Valley Blues Society for a New Years bash with live music by Howard "Guitar" Luedtke, Stephan Geisinger and Nick Foytik.

The Brickhouse
Eau Claire

8pm Tuesday Dec. 31

New Year's Eve Concert at The Plus

Hip hop acts featuring Miles Blvd, Charlie Vue, and special guests from 8-10pm; Creechers from 10:15-11:15pm; Motherwind from 11:30 to late night.

The Plus
Eau Claire

8pm Tuesday Dec. 31

New Year's Eve Celebration with Uncommon Denominator

Ring in the New Year with local party band Uncommon Denominator and countdown to 2025 with hits from the 1960s to now.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

9pm Tuesday Dec. 31

New Year's Eve w/ Jack Damage

Live 90's Proof Rock music on New Year's Eve. Champagne & party favors at midnight.

The Snout Saloon
Chippewa Falls

9:30pm Tuesday Dec. 31

Balterdash at 2 Roots Gallery NYE Party

All you can eat gourmet pizza, 4 different bottomless wines, Jonah Walt Trio (7-9pm) and Balterdash (9:30-12:30am). Extremely limited tickets are being sold. Black Tie Attire.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

10am-5pm Wednesday Jan. 1

Western Wisconsin to the Great American West-Schaefer/Miles Adventures in Oil Painting

Features original oil paintings and prints by the Schaefer/Miles collaborative husband-and-wife painting team based on their travels as touring artists.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

Visual Art

1-2:30pm Wednesday Jan. 1

Dementia Support Group

This support group is for people living with dementia and their caregivers, friends and neighbors. Join for support, strategies and resources.

Grapevine Senior Center
Colfax

Seniors

1-4pm Wednesday Jan. 1

Chippewa Figure Skating Club: Skate for a Cause

Chippewa figure skaters perform a small program to help support a local non profit organization. Followed by an open skate to the community for National Skate Day.

Chippewa Area Ice Arena
Chippewa Falls

Recreation

4-5:30pm Wednesday Jan. 1

Guided Snowshoe Hike

Enjoy the evening as you snowshoe the trails. Register by 12/30.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

7-9pm Wednesday Jan. 1

Reboot Social Pinball Tournament

A thrilling monthly pinball tournament. Test your skills, and compete against fellow pinball enthusiasts in a lively atmosphere.

The Reboot Social
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

7:30pm Wednesday Jan. 1

Music Trivia - Name that Tune

Free to Play and Win Prizes.

1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30pm

Big T's
Eau Claire

9pm Wednesday Jan. 1

Karaoke @ Heartbreakers

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

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

All DayThursday Jan. 2

"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

10am-5pm Thursday Jan. 2

Western Wisconsin to the Great American West-Schaefer/Miles Adventures in Oil Painting

Features original oil paintings and prints by the Schaefer/Miles collaborative husband-and-wife painting team based on their travels as touring artists.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

Visual Art

6-7pm Thursday Jan. 2

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

6:30-8pm Thursday Jan. 2

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 Jan. 2

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

7pm Thursday Jan. 2

Free Bingo

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

Micon Downtown Cinema
Eau Claire