Events Calendar

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

Holiday

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

2-4pm Wednesday Jan. 1

New Years Day Deep Dive to Reset Body, Mind, Heart and Soul

A sacred, deeply restful and rejuvenating movement class. Share a circle of intention followed by Qigong, Nia Joyful Dance, and meditation.

Banbury Place Suite 122
Eau Claire

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

9:30-11am Thursday Jan. 2

Play & Learn

Fun & playful family connection opportunities through music & story time, crafts & healthy snacks. Each family receives one free book each month.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

Kids

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

4-5:30pm Thursday Jan. 2

Guided Snowshoe Hike

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

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

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

7pm Thursday Jan. 2

Harlem Globetrotters

A star-studded roster that will have fans on the edge of their seats to witness ball handling wizardry at this one-of-a-kind family entertainment event.

Sonnentag Center
Eau Claire

Recreation

7:30pm Thursday Jan. 2

Clear Water Comedy: Myq Kaplan Live

His debut album, “Vegan Mind Meld,” was one of iTunes’ top 10 comedy albums of the year, and his newest album, “A.K.A.,” debuted at #1 and was called “invigoratingly funny” by the NY Times.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

9:30-11:30am Friday Jan. 3

Learn to XC Ski

Check your new years goals off your list by coming to learn the basics of XC skiing. Sign up online.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

10am-5pm Friday Jan. 3

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

4-7pm Friday Jan. 3

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

5-7pm Friday Jan. 3

Breathe In the New Year

Includes a one-hour flow to release the past and manifest joy, followed by 5 minutes in the HaloTherapy Chamber. Reflect with a journal prompt.

The Luminary Wellness Center
Eau Claire

Wellness

6:30-9pm Friday Jan. 3

Growlers & Giggles: Comedy Open Mic x Community

Growlers & Giggles is Eau Claire’s weekly comedy open mic at The Growler Guys. Enjoy 5-minute sets from local comedians, craft beer, and great vibes every Friday from 7-9 PM. Perfect for a casual night out with friends or to showcase your comedy skills! Admission is free.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

7-10pm Friday Jan. 3

Live Music: Luke Callen

Luke Callen’s third full-length effort is a collection of songs that spread out through time and space, dripping with honest Midwest charm and a mischievous glint

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7:30-9pm Friday Jan. 3

ECCT Presents: How I Became a Pirate

High-seas adventures await Jeremy and his new friends in this delightful musical based on the popular children’s book by Melinda Long.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Jan. 3

Eau Claire Children's Theatre: "How I Became a Pirate"

High-seas adventures await Jeremy and his new friends in this delightful musical based on the popular children’s book by Melinda Long.

Eau Claire Children's Theatre
Eau Claire

Stage Kids

8pm Friday Jan. 3

D. Janakey Live

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

The Plus
Eau Claire

9pm Friday Jan. 3

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 Jan. 3

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

9-10am Saturday Jan. 4

Transformational Breathwork

Experience different breathing sequences intentionally chosen for specific physiologic responses including breath retentions, guided imagery, and meditative visuals.

Habitual Yoga Space
Eau Claire

Wellness

9:30am-3:30pm Saturday Jan. 4

Snowshoe Lacing Class

Make your own pair of traditional, wooden snowshoes in this two-day workshop. Register by 12/12.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

10am-4pm Saturday Jan. 4

Terrarium 101 Workshop!

Book a time to work with one of our greenhouse pros, creating a beautiful terrarium! Workshop appointments will be scheduled on the hour, 10am-3pm. Register for the class on our website calendar or by calling 715-833-1234, ext. 6. Class instruction is FREE! Pay for plants + container (if needed*), plus class fee of $10 to cover soil, rocks, etc. * Bring your own glass container or purchase here!

Down To Earth Garden Center
Eau Claire

10am Saturday Jan. 4

Chippewa Valley Humanists

Open meeting for members and anyone interested in learning more about Humanism.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, Room 104

Community

10:30-11am Saturday Jan. 4

Popcorn Club Special Saturday Morning Story Time

Wrap up "Pop Open a Good Book" Popcorn Club with a special Saturday morning story time. Popcorn club story time wouldn't be complete without making our own cardboard box cars to sit in while enjoying a "drive-in' Disney short movie with a delicious bag of popcorn!

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

10:30-11:15am Saturday Jan. 4

Little Yogi & Me

Parents bring your little ones and have some fun with movement and mindfulness tools for you and your child. Not heated.

Latitude 44 Yoga Studio
Eau Claire

Fitness Kids

11am-12:30pm Saturday Jan. 4

ECCT Presents: How I Became a Pirate

High-seas adventures await Jeremy and his new friends in this delightful musical based on the popular children’s book by Melinda Long.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

11am Saturday Jan. 4

Eau Claire Children's Theatre: "How I Became a Pirate"

High-seas adventures await Jeremy and his new friends in this delightful musical based on the popular children’s book by Melinda Long.

Eau Claire Children's Theatre
Eau Claire

Stage Kids

noon-4pm Saturday Jan. 4

Chippewa Valley's Farmer's Market at The Brewing Projekt

Join The Chippewa Valley's Farmer's Market at The Brewing Projekt. Local artists, shops, makers, & bakers.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Farmers Markets

12:30pm Saturday Jan. 4

Euchre Tournament - Fundraiser

Cash prizes for the top 3 winners. 50/50 drawing. Food & beverages for purchase. Proceeds benefit Pleasant Valley Generator Project.

Pleasant Valley Community Center
Eleva

Games & Hobbies

1:30-3pm Saturday Jan. 4

ECCT Presents: How I Became a Pirate

High-seas adventures await Jeremy and his new friends in this delightful musical based on the popular children’s book by Melinda Long.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

1:30pm Saturday Jan. 4

Eau Claire Children's Theatre: "How I Became a Pirate"

High-seas adventures await Jeremy and his new friends in this delightful musical based on the popular children’s book by Melinda Long.

Eau Claire Children's Theatre
Eau Claire

Stage Kids

7-10pm Saturday Jan. 4

Live Music: Josh Gallagher

Catch this masterful and swinging pianist in action.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

9:30am-3:30pm Sunday Jan. 5

Snowshoe Lacing Class

Make your own pair of traditional, wooden snowshoes in this two-day workshop. Register by 12/12.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

1-3pm Sunday Jan. 5

Back-to-School Snow-Ball Tournament

Build a snow fort before a classic snow-ball tournament. Register by 01/03

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek