Events Calendar

7:30pm Wednesday Oct. 21

UWEC Theatre: "Little Women"

Little Women embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears and a lifting of the spirit. The powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope – the sounds of a young America.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:35-9pm Wednesday Oct. 21

Dark History Trolley Tour 2026

Board the trolley as we investigate the seedy under belly of Eau Claire’s backstory, sharing historic and modern tales of crime, scandal, and the just plain bizarre.

weeknights 6:00, 7:35pm; Fri/Sat 5:45, 7:20, 9:00pm; Sep 24 to Nov 4

The Local Store
Eau Claire

All DayThursday Oct. 22

27th Annual Chippewa Valley Book Festival

The Chippewa Valley Book Festival celebrates the written word through author readings and book signings, school visits, and includes programs for writers of all ages. After a very successful hybrid schedule with both in-person and virtual events…

Various Locations

9:30-11am Thursday Oct. 22

Play & Learn

Offers family connections through play, music, story time, crafts & healthy snacks. A place to have fun with your kids and make new friends.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

10-10:45am Thursday Oct. 22

Storytime

Explore the 4 "S's" - stories, singing, sensory skills, and social interaction. Children will enjoy a short playtime, themed stories, songs and activities.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

10am-5pm Thursday Oct. 22

Celebrating Fiber Arts

Explore the world of fiber arts experienced through traditional techniques that transform the medium of fiber into creative works of art. These techniques include quilting, weaving, embroidery, dying, felting and more.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

noon-3pm Thursday Oct. 22

Wilson Place Museum Guided Tour

Step inside the historic Wilson Place Museum and discover the people, stories, and changing times that shaped Menomonie.

Wilson Place Museum
Menomonie

Museums & History

12:30-5pm Thursday Oct. 22

Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market

Eau Claire's biggest producers-only farmers market is held along the Chippewa River in scenic Downtown Eau Claire under an open-air pavilion. Live entertainment and an Artist's Market on Saturdays.

Phoenix Park
Eau Claire

Farmers Markets

12:30pm Thursday Oct. 22

Chippewa River Trolley: Lace, Lumber & Legacy, A Menomonie Mansions & Afternoon Tea

Enjoy a full afternoon that includes a traditional tea service at the historic Oaklawn Inn, a private tour of the grand Wilson Place Mansion, and vintage delights at Old Towne.

Thursday afternoons. Consult website for availability.

Trolley departs from The Local Store
Eau Claire

Museums & History

4:30-6pm Thursday Oct. 22

Chippewa Valley Trauma Support Circle weekly meeting

CVTSC is a peer-to-peer in-person group for survivors of trauma and complex trauma to find support, community, and healing

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Wellness

4:30-6pm Thursday Oct. 22

Chippewa Valley Trauma Support Circle weekly meeting

CVTSC is a peer-to-peer in-person group for survivors of trauma and complex trauma to find support, community, and healing

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Wellness

4:30pm Thursday Oct. 22

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "The Geography of Two Worlds" w/ Anika Fajardo

In Anika Fajardo’s debut novel, the main character, a map maker, travels both physically and metaphorically. Learn more about her geographic destination of Colombia, as well as the literary choices surrounding place, family, and identity.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

5-6pm Thursday Oct. 22

Book Scouts Book Club (Grades 5-7)

Discuss books and do hands-on activities inspired by our monthly read. Participants vote for their book selection each month, and will explore a variety of genres (novels, graphic novels, non-fiction, etc.).

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

6-7pm Thursday Oct. 22

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "Sharing a Hmong American Experience" w/ Pao Lor

Dr. Pao Lor shares insights about how the Hmong went from an intricate, sophisticated, and vulnerable tribal culture in isolated regions of Laos in the 1960s and ‘70s to becoming a part of the American and global landscape.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Words Cultures

6-7:30pm Thursday Oct. 22

Dark History Trolley Tour 2026

Board the trolley as we investigate the seedy under belly of Eau Claire’s backstory, sharing historic and modern tales of crime, scandal, and the just plain bizarre.

weeknights 6:00, 7:35pm; Fri/Sat 5:45, 7:20, 9:00pm; Sep 24 to Nov 4

The Local Store
Eau Claire

6-8pm Thursday Oct. 22

Paint & Sip: Bats

Learn about the important role bats have on the environment and what you can do to support our flying friends and then learn to watercolor them. Register by 10/14.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Outdoors

6pm Thursday Oct. 22

Mary C. & Fred Bliss Contemporary Nursing Lectureship

Nursing Innovation in Uncertain Times: Explore how nurses can shape culture, lead transformation, and reimagine the future of nursing.

Davies Center UWEC
Eau Claire

Seminars & Conferences

6:30-7:45pm Thursday Oct. 22

Reiki Infused Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga combined with Reiki offers a harmonious blend of gentle movement and energy healing

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

6:30-8pm Thursday Oct. 22

Just Dance! Ecstatic Dance Eau Claire

No steps, no partners, and no judgment. Just you and the music, moving freely under the open sky. A practice rooted in freedom of movement.

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Dance

6:30-8pm Thursday Oct. 22

Live. Here. Now.

Live comedy TV show celebrating the people, stories, and spirit of The Chippewa Valley and Wisconsin. Hosted by Andy Spencer, each show is unique - comedy, guests, and live music.

UWEC Schofield Auditorium
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7-8:30pm Thursday Oct. 22

DRAG BINGO with Khloe Wold

Khloe Wold is back to take over game night. Free bingo, killer prizes, and food and drink. Roll in at 7pm and get ready to shout BINGO like you mean it.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7-9pm Thursday Oct. 22

Music Bingo @ On the Rocks

Free to play, prizes to win, Rolling progressive Jackpot.

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Thursday Oct. 22

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Andrew Beningo

Comedian Andrew Beningo performs his clean, observational comedy with over 4,000 career performances.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7-9pm Thursday Oct. 22

Leinenkugel's Boo-ery Tours

Enjoy a spine-tingling guided tour through Leinenkugel's historic brewery after hours, a complimentary pint, creepy stories, haunted history, and spooky atmospheric fun.

Leinie Lodge
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink Halloween

7pm Thursday Oct. 22

Haut Hosted Hijinks- Karaoke

Grab a drink and pick a song for a night of karaoke, bar room sing-a-longs, and chaos.

River Jams
Chippewa Falls

7:30pm Thursday Oct. 22

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "Poetry and Conversation" w/ Michael Torres

Join author Michael Torres and moderator Max Garland for an evocative exploration of how we transform lived experience into the enduring language of poetry.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Oct. 22

UWEC Theatre: "Little Women"

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:35-9pm Thursday Oct. 22

Dark History Trolley Tour 2026

Board the trolley as we investigate the seedy under belly of Eau Claire’s backstory, sharing historic and modern tales of crime, scandal, and the just plain bizarre.

weeknights 6:00, 7:35pm; Fri/Sat 5:45, 7:20, 9:00pm; Sep 24 to Nov 4

The Local Store
Eau Claire

All DayFriday Oct. 23

27th Annual Chippewa Valley Book Festival

Various Locations

Career & Professional Development

8:30am-12:30pm Friday Oct. 23

Ethics and Boundaries: Understanding Multi-Generational Differences: Ethical and Boundary Considerations in the 21st Century

This training equips human service professionals with the knowledge and skills to navigate generational differences, enhance communication, and support effective interactions with clients and colleagues across all age groups.

Online through UWEC Continuing Education

9am-1pm Friday Oct. 23

Lop Lop Palooza

Gather a team of friends, family, or coworkers and help clean up the trails at Beaver Creek Reserve! Register by 10/16.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

9am-5pm Friday Oct. 23

Friends of the Chippewa Falls Public Library Book Sale

Children, Young Adult and Adult Books, Audio Visual Materials and more. Bag sale on Saturday ($5 first bag, $3 second bag, $1 additional bags)

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

Open Houses & Shopping

10am-5pm Friday Oct. 23

Celebrating Fiber Arts

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

10:15-10:45am Friday Oct. 23

Preschool Storytime

An assortment of age-appropriate stories, rhymes, fingerplays, flannels, music, and movement to help your child develop early literacy and school readiness skills.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Wellness Seniors Animals & Pets

11am-8pm Friday Oct. 23

Eau Claire Extravaganza 3 Day CARD SHOW

125 tables of collectors and dealers with sports cards, vintage & modern cards, grade cards, cheap sealed boxes, autographed memorabilia, Pokemon, coins, and more.

Best Western Plus Conference Center
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

1-2pm Friday Oct. 23

Reminiscing on the Ranch

For adults living with dementia and their care partners. A special weekly opportunity to connect with horses in a small group setting. RSVP and Registration Packet required.

Trinity Equestrian Center
Eau Claire

4:30pm Friday Oct. 23

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "Playing With Books" w/ Matt Forbeck

Join New York Times-bestselling author and award-winning game designer Matt Forbeck for a discussion of the intersection of stories and games and how they interact in books.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

5:45-7:15pm Friday Oct. 23

Dark History Trolley Tour 2026

Board the trolley as we investigate the seedy under belly of Eau Claire’s backstory, sharing historic and modern tales of crime, scandal, and the just plain bizarre.

weeknights 6:00, 7:35pm; Fri/Sat 5:45, 7:20, 9:00pm; Sep 24 to Nov 4

The Local Store
Eau Claire

6-7pm Friday Oct. 23

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: "Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy"

Award-winning author Mary Roach will be joined by Michael Perry for a freewheeling, wide-ranging conversation about her newest book, her unusual research undertakings, and a look at her creative process.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Fall Fun Outdoors Kids Halloween

6-10pm Friday Oct. 23

Night Maze

Bring your flashlights for some nighttime fun. Great for families, couples, and groups. Last entrance at 9pm.

Maple Harvest Apple Orchard
Eau Claire

6:30-8:30pm Friday Oct. 23

Bachata Dance Workshop

Join the Latinx Student Association, UW-Eau Claire Recreation, and Multicultural Student Services for an introduction to Bachata dance with instructors from Chippewa Valley Social Dancing.

Ojibwe Ballroom, Davies Center, UW-Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Dance

7-10pm Friday Oct. 23

Field of Screams 2026: Camp Fear

Experience their signature haunted barn with immersive sets, actors, fog, strobe lighting, and surprises around every corner. Not recommended for young children.

8020 Curvue Road
Eau Claire

7:20-8:50pm Friday Oct. 23

Dark History Trolley Tour 2026

Board the trolley as we investigate the seedy under belly of Eau Claire’s backstory, sharing historic and modern tales of crime, scandal, and the just plain bizarre.

weeknights 6:00, 7:35pm; Fri/Sat 5:45, 7:20, 9:00pm; Sep 24 to Nov 4

The Local Store
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Oct. 23

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "Little Shop of Horrors"

A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood smash hit, Little Shop of Horrors has devoured the hearts of audiences for over 40 years.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Oct. 23

UWEC Theatre: "Little Women"

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Oct. 23

ChiVaCA - New Music at the Mason Temple

ChiVaCA (Chippewa Valley Composers Association) is group of composers who gather quarterly with the purpose of hob-knobbing, spit-balling, and generally dreaming up new musical projects and ideas.

Masonic Center
Eau Claire

Music

8-10pm Friday Oct. 23

Owl Banding at Beaver Creek

Beaver Creek’s bird banders are once again opening the owl banding station to the public—your chance to meet these tiny, charismatic nighttime travelers up close. Register by 10/22.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

9-10:30pm Friday Oct. 23

Dark History Trolley Tour 2026

Board the trolley as we investigate the seedy under belly of Eau Claire’s backstory, sharing historic and modern tales of crime, scandal, and the just plain bizarre.

weeknights 6:00, 7:35pm; Fri/Sat 5:45, 7:20, 9:00pm; Sep 24 to Nov 4

The Local Store
Eau Claire