Events Calendar

Chippewa River Trolley: Neighborhood Barstool Brunch: A Townie Tavern Tour with Heart, Hashbrowns & Hooch

It’s all aboard our vintage-inspired trolley for an unpretentious and old school three-stop brunch crawl through Eau Claire (food and drink included), where you can expect a classic neighborhood tavern experience where the food is fun and the folks are friendly!

Sunday mornings. Consult website for availability.

Trolley tours depart from The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Praise in the Park

Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a casual and uplifting worship experience in a gorgeous outdoor setting. Rain location is at The Brewing Projekt. Information can be found @Praise in the Park Facebook page.

Phoenix Park
Eau Claire

Spirituality

Animal Blessing Service

An annual outdoors service welcoming animals of all kinds (but they must be leashed or crated.) Photo table available to celebrate pets past.

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Animals & Pets Spirituality

Clear Creek Museum

Their numerous interactive displays feature exhibits showcasing the area's agricultural heritage, logging history, and pioneer life.

Clear Creek Museum
Strum

Museums & History

"Glow-In-The-Dark" Event at the Sandbox

They'll be turning down the lights and lighting up the fun with glowing sand toys, black lights, and a one-of-a-kind sensory play experience. Register online.

EC Indoor Sandbox LLC
Eau Claire

Kids

Yoga Hike

Move, breathe, and explore. This all-levels experience blends hiking, yoga, and nature for a refreshing and grounding outdoor adventure.

Town of Union Conservancy
Eau Claire

Fitness Wellness

Pepin County Heritage Center Open Hours

Check out updated exhibits, research your family history, and of course see the next door jail, all in a 150+ year old former County Courthouse.

Pepin County Heritage Center
Durand

Museums & History

Big Papa BBQ @ River Bend

Join Big Papa at the Vineyard for wine & crowd favorite bbq.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink

Texas Roadhouse Back to School Bash

A bounce house, kids activities, sweet treats, yard games, win free giveaways (while supplies last), and more.

Texas Roadhouse
Eau Claire

Kids

Jaquish Farms Fields of Gold 2026

Annual Sunflower Maze and family fun event hosted by Jaquish Farms. All profits are donated to support Joshua's Camp and families battling cancer in the Chippewa Valley.

Jaquish Farms
Eau Claire

Kids Outdoors

Train Rides at Carson Park

Enjoy a half-mile ride on the historic 1:4 scale live steam and streamlined diesel trains through the scenic woods of Carson Park.

Train Rides at Carson Park
Eau Claire

Kids

Burger Night on the Farm

Enjoy 100% grassfed burgers and pulled pork, right on the farm. There will be special burgers of the week, live music, trivia, fundraising, events, bingo, and more (schedule online)

Together Farms
Mondovi

Food & Drink

Battle of the Holes! - A Cornhole Championship

Enjoy a fun-filled day of cornhole, food, treats, connection with neighbors, laughs, and more. Compete to win a $300 cash prize. Hosted by the Wisco Project.

Menomonie Lions Club Pavilion
Menomonie

Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

Sounds of River Bend Live Music

Live music on the Haywagon stage. From crowd favorites to new artists you'll hear something for everyone. Full lineup online.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Music

Live Music at the Fish Farm: Uncle Brew and Pirate Charly

Songwriters Uncle Brew & Pirate Charly perform classic rock, folk, country rock and their original music.

Jeremiah's Bullfrog Fish Farm
Menomonie

Music

Chippewa River Trolley: Countryside Winery & Distillery Tour

Enjoy a scenic countryside trolley ride to three incredible establishments in the Chippewa Falls area: Dixon’s Autumn Harvest Winery, The Chippewa River Distillery, and River Bend Winery & Distillery.

Sunday afternoons. Consult website for availability.

Trolley tours depart from The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Shut Up & Write - Downtown Eau Claire

75 minutes of silent writing time plus the chance to build community with fellow writers. No read-alouds, no critiques, no pressure.

SHIFT
Eau Claire

Words

Live Music: Joyann Parker

Joyann Parker found her authentic voice later in life and created her own blend of roots music that combines soul, R&B, gospel, jazz and traditional blues styles.

River Jams
Chippewa Falls

Music

Energy Rebalance & Restoration

A slow mandala flow ending with shorter restorative postures, releasing into slow stretches. Class will include a guided meditation with aromatherapy and extra hands on assists.

Latitude 44 Yoga Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

Rest & Restore Yoga

A deeply nourishing restorative yoga class followed by guided Yoga Nidra meditation, helping you reset the mind & nervous system.

Whimsy Willow Wellness
Eau Claire

Wellness

Ski Sprites Water Ski Show

The award-winning Ski Sprites Water Ski Show Team entertains visitors with their annual season of exciting water ski shows.

Lake Altoona Park
Altoona

Spectator Sports

Weber/St John Concert

Musician & composer Kurt Weber and classically trained violinist, Ash St. John. Specializing in hymn arrangements, they see their music as a way to serve Jesus and bring joy to others.

English Lutheran Church of Bateman
Chippewa Falls

Music Spirituality

Adam Faucett, Diaphane, Miracle Debt, Pleasure Cube

Four-band bill featuring Adam Faucett, Diaphane, Miracle Debt, and Pleasure Cube.

The Venue at The Plus
Eau Claire

Music

Orlando, A Live Performance [3 Shows]

Nonic's annual outdoor production of Sarah Ruhl's adaptation of Virginia Woolf's Orlando, a theatrical journey through space, time, and gender following a courtier to Queen Elizabeth who lives across centuries.

Brewery Nonic
Menomonie

Stage & Screen

Introducing the School of Heritage Arts

Sponsored by the Valley Art Association, the SHA’s goal is to teach once commonly practiced arts, including embroidery (floss, crewel, hardanger), hand quilt piecing, cross stitch, and many other arts.

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Works by June Haigh-Boley

An Eau Claire artist working primarily in watercolor and acrylics. The paintings in this exhibit focus on realistic habitats and florals.

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

Visual Art

25th Anniversary of Harry Potter Celebration

Back to Hogwarts! Celebrate 25 Years of Magic! Purchase a Harry Potter Passport and see all 8 movies at Micon Oakwood.

Micon Oakwood
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen

Juried End-of-the-Year Student Art Exhibition

This juried exhibit showcases exceptional student work from across the School of Art & Design. Featuring both foundational and advanced pieces, it includes drawings, paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and comix. The End-of-Year Student Art Exhibition highlights the depth of exploration at UW–Stout, revealing how students engage with ideas, materials, and emerging forms.

Furlong Gallery
Menomonie

Visual Art

Overcrowded & Discombobulated

The Bud and Betty Micheels Student Artist-in-Residence program supports students of all majors in exploring art and technology. Established in 1987, it provides funding, materials, and workspace, culminating in a Furlong Gallery exhibition featuring Ainsley Violet and Eli Koltanowski, and serving as a lasting artistic resource for UW–Stout and its community.

Furlong South Gallery
Menomonie

Visual Art

Red Cross Blood Drive

The Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage, and is need of all blood types. All donors who come and give will receive a $20 Amazon e-gift card.

First Congregational UCC
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

Explore the Outdoors at Camp Brunswick

Each week features a different theme: outdoor skills, nature, crafts, cooking, target sports, guest speakers, and more.

Camp Brunswick
Eau Claire

Outdoors Kids

The Confluence Big Band

From 40s swing to modern arrangements, and everything in between. Playing outside on the patio, weather permitting.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Music

Live Music in the Park w/ Stout Hearted Men

A heartfelt tribute to Natalie Velie (1959-2025). Will benefit the Sleep in Heavenly Peace organization.

Garber Bandshell
Osseo

Music

Live Music in the Park w/ Nick Foytik Band

Bring your chairs and relax for live music supporting the Garber Band Shell Foundation.

Garber Bandshell
Osseo

Music

Calm @ New Heights School of Art

Featuring low lights, zen/lofi music, light meditation and junk journaling. Bring your own journal/binder/scrapbooks.

New Heights School of Art
Eau Claire

Wellness Crafting & Making

DJ Trivia @ Heartbreakers

Gift card prizes. $30 for 1st place, $20 for 2nd place, and $10 for 3rd place.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

Late Night Karaoke

Hosted in the bar lounge.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Introducing the School of Heritage Arts

Sponsored by the Valley Art Association, the SHA’s goal is to teach once commonly practiced arts, including embroidery (floss, crewel, hardanger), hand quilt piecing, cross stitch, and many other arts.

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Visual Art

Works by June Haigh-Boley

An Eau Claire artist working primarily in watercolor and acrylics. The paintings in this exhibit focus on realistic habitats and florals.

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

Visual Art

25th Anniversary of Harry Potter Celebration

Back to Hogwarts! Celebrate 25 Years of Magic! Purchase a Harry Potter Passport and see all 8 movies at Micon Oakwood.

Micon Oakwood
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen

Common Grounds: A JONAH Coffee Chat

The JONAH Voices United Task force invites you to a coffee hour to connect, share your feelings, and find shared values.

JONAH Office
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

Juried End-of-the-Year Student Art Exhibition

This juried exhibit showcases exceptional student work from across the School of Art & Design. Featuring both foundational and advanced pieces, it includes drawings, paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and comix. The End-of-Year Student Art Exhibition highlights the depth of exploration at UW–Stout, revealing how students engage with ideas, materials, and emerging forms.

Furlong Gallery
Menomonie

Visual Art

Overcrowded & Discombobulated

The Bud and Betty Micheels Student Artist-in-Residence program supports students of all majors in exploring art and technology. Established in 1987, it provides funding, materials, and workspace, culminating in a Furlong Gallery exhibition featuring Ainsley Violet and Eli Koltanowski, and serving as a lasting artistic resource for UW–Stout and its community.

Furlong South Gallery
Menomonie

Visual Art

Chippewa River Trolley: Berries, Bouquets, & Breezes: A Fresh-Picked Summer Farm Tour

Enjoy the scenic ride on our vintage-inspired trolley to three stunning countryside destinations: Eder’s Acres Strawberry Farm, Maiv Flower Farm, and Pondview Lavender Farm.

Tuesday mornings. Consult website for availability.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Infant Massage - 5 Week Class

Parents of infants 0-9 months learn gentle massage techniques and bond over the joys and challenges of caring for their infants in this relaxed and enjoyable 5-week class.

Family Resource Center Inc.
Eau Claire

Parenting

Puzzle Building Contest

Each team has 2 hours to complete a cat themed puzzle. First team to complete their puzzle can take it home, and win four cat room passes. Limited to 6 teams. Call to register.

Mr. Kitty's Cat Cafe & Boutique
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

2026 Author Jumpstart

Want to write a book but don't know where to begin? Do you have a manuscript written but aren't sure what the next steps are? Afraid that you'll lose money to a scam? All of these questions and much more will all be addressed in the course. Whether you want to write a family memoir, nonfiction book, or a complete work of fiction, this course will provide you with a solid foundation to move forward.

Central Lutheran Church
Chippewa Falls

Words

TUNE-IN TUESDAY with Terr

After leaving his full-time job, he committed himself to learning what he calls “the language of emotion", using both his voice and his instrument to express what words often can’t.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

Painting with Paper and Fabric

Barbara Dunham will be leading the class in creating a mixed media art piece containing paper and fabric.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

TranscenDance

A combination of moving meditation, soul-stirring music, self-expression, and sweat. Dance for around 50 min in a free-form style that makes room for every person

Family Learning Center
Menomonie

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics