Events Calendar

Menomonie Theater Guild: "Come From Away"

This award-winning musical is based on the true story that unfolded in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks when 38 planes were redirected to Gander, Canada, stranding 7,000 people in a rural town of 12,000.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Stage & Screen

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

Stage & Screen

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

Stage & Screen

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 10/16.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

LIVE at LEONA's: Orchid Eaton with Hemma, Days Of The Week

A night of music celebrating the three 'Recreational Music' EPs Orchid Eaton released last year & featuring opening sets by Hemma & Days Of The Week.

Leona's Pizzeria
Eau Claire

Music

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

Halloween

Public Telescope Observing

Join members from Chippewa Valley Astronomical Society (CVAS) for weekly telescope observing, if the skies are clear.

Hobbs Observatory
Fall Creek

Outdoors

Eau Claire Hmong New Year

An exciting annual celebration of Hmong culture, food, and performances. Traditional songs, dance, ball toss game, delicious street food, desserts, traditional and modern attire welcome.

Sonnentag Center
Eau Claire

Fairs & Festivals Cultures

Teen Car Control Class

Teens with their license can safely improve their skills with real-world driving and accident-avoidance scenarios and how to respond with confidence on the road. A parent/guardian must attend.

Chippewa Valley Technical College - Transportation Education Center
Eau Claire

Education Kids

Yoga in the Pasture (with the Alpacas)

An all levels yoga class in the alpaca pasture with ample time to snap photos of the animals, offer them treats, and for them to silently judge you.

Hidden Timber Soul Sanctuary
Fall Creek

Fitness

Fall Fun Days — Family Friendly Fun

Family daytime events with seasonal activities, gentle attractions, and kid-friendly entertainment. Great for younger guests and families who prefer non-scary activities.

8020 Curvue Road
Eau Claire

Kids Fall Fun

The Art of Drawing Instructor Kay Brathol-Hostvet - 2 Day Class

For beginners and experienced artists alike. Some materials provided, see the supply list online for more. Bring a bag lunch for both classes.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Crafting & Making

Govin's Fall Farm Babies & Fun

Experience 100's of farm babies; lambs, goats, piglets and chicks. Then enjoy the 30+ activities around the farm including the giant slide and mini golf. Grab a fresh apple cider donut or a bag of kettle corn too.

Govin's Farm
Menomonie

Kids Animals & Pets

Sound Resonance & the 8 Limbs of Yoga

Join Sara Martin for an informative and experiential session focusing on the healing and deeply restorative qualities of sound.

Latitude 44 Yoga Studio
Eau Claire

Fitness Wellness

Charcoal Chicken Dinner Fundraiser

Meal includes chicken, corn, beans, cold slaw, and dessert. Dine-in or carry out options available. Supports Eau Claire Memorial & Fall Creek Equestrian Teams.

JNE Meats
Lake Hallie

Food & Drink

Local Fall Artisan Vendor Market

Local artist, shops makers and bakers. Enjoy shopping with all the best art crafts, food and more with a beer in hand.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping

Court of Kindness

The Court of Kindness is a magical afternoon for children and their VIPs featuring royal makeovers, a tea party, kindness activities, and a special forever bracelet for every child. More than just a fun day, it’s a chance to celebrate what makes each child unique while teaching that true royalty comes from treating others with kindness, compassion, and respect.

Fairchild Sportsman's Club
Fairchild

Kids

Court of Kindness

A magical afternoon for children and their VIPs featuring royal makeovers, a tea party, kindness activities, and a special forever bracelet. Children learn that true royalty comes from treating others with kindness, compassion, and respect.

Fairchild Sportsmen's Club
Fairchild

Kids

Fall Colors Hike

Join us for a 3.5 mile hike at Hoffman Hills, which features a 60 foot watch tower that overlooks miles of forest and farmland--the perfect place to view Wisconsin's beautiful fall colors. Registration is appreciated.

Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area
Colfax

Outdoors Fall Fun

Sierra Club Bike Ride on the Chippewa River State Trail - Meridean to Downsville

Bike through the forests and fields along the Chippewa River. The total trip is 24 miles from Meridean to Downsville and back. Stop for a sack lunch along the way.

Chippewa River State Trail Parking Lot
Meridean

Outdoors Biking

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

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

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

Stage & Screen

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

Stage & Screen

Stained Glass Pumpkin Make & Take

A beginner-friendly stained glass class where you will learn to foil, solder, and finish your very own stained glass pumpkin.

Makers' Studio LLC
Eau Claire

Menomonie Theater Guild: "Come From Away"

This award-winning musical is based on the true story that unfolded in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks when 38 planes were redirected to Gander, Canada, stranding 7,000 people in a rural town of 12,000.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Stage & Screen

Sip, Paint & Give

Creating your very own work of art, being guided through the painting process while you enjoy a drink of your choice.

The Red Fern
Fall Creek

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

Read out Loud! at the Eau Claire Children's Museum

Community members will ‘bring the book alive’ through creative readings. Talk to your children about their favorite books and have their pictures taken with their book and ‘Dolly’ to thank her for this wonderful program.

Children's Museum of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Kids

An Afternoon with David Sedaris

David Sedaris is one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. He is a master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Words Stage & Screen Comedy & Improv

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

Halloween

Packers Watch Party

Cheer on the Green and Gold at Cowboy Jack’s. Catch the Packers game with food, drinks and a great game-day atmosphere.

Cowboy Jack's Altoona
Altoona

Spectator Sports

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

Halloween

Northwood Game Haven Presents: Sunday Funday - Late-Night Board Games

Board game & card game library for groups of all ages and interests. Game demos, prizes, promos, play from a selection pulling from 2,500+ games.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

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

Words

Songbird Bander Training

A two-day introduction to bird banding and discover how you can become involved in this hands-on citizen science project. Register by 10/14.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

Sensory-friendly Playgroup

This playgroup is for children who may feel overwhelmed in busy or noisy play environments. A playgroup where kids can move and explore at their own pace and where parents feel supported and understood.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

Kids

Toddler Tales

For children 18 months - 2 years and their parents. Registration required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Kids

Chippewa Valley Book Festival: A History Stretching Across Oceans and Generations

Author V.T. Bidania will give a brief overview of the history of the Hmong and their resettlement in the US, discuss her new middle grade verse novel, share inspiration for her chapter books, and talk about her process of writing a fictionalized memoir.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Words

Minecraft Party

A high-energy, hands-on celebration of all things Minecraft. Take on creative building challenges, craft your own pixel-inspired creations, and jump into games inspired by the books written by Matt Forbeck.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

Trunk or Treat at Markquart Menomonie

Put on your costumes for another year of Halloween fun. Local businesses and organizations will be decorating over a dozen vehicles, and each "trunker" will have a stash of various goodies to share. For the brave, check out the Creepy Camper.

Markquart Menomonie
Menomonie

Halloween

Mighty Museum Mondays: Mystery and Magic

Learn Morse Code, witness a dry ice magic show, make crafts at the Pablo ARTmobile, hunt for treasures, go on a flashlight scavenger hunt, solve museum mind bogglers, and more.

Chippewa Valley Museum
Eau Claire

Kids Halloween

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Celebration of Scholarship

Learn about recent achievements in research, scholarship, and creative activity. Enjoy light refreshments, hear from speakers, and chat with this year’s honorees.

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, W.R. Davies Student Center, Ojibwe Ballroom
Eau Claire

Education

Free Speech and Incitement: Defining the Limits of the First Amendment

scholars Eric Kasper, JoAnne Sweeny, and Adam Kunz examine the First Amendment, Brandenburg v. Ohio, and modern controversies involving protests, political rhetoric, social media, and the January 6 Capitol attack.

UWEC Centennial Hall, Room 1804
Eau Claire

Forums

Teen Interactive Movie: Labyrinth

Get ready for a memorable, interactive viewing experience of the beloved 1980s classic, Labyrinth! Audience members will receive props and cues to use throughout the movie. Snacks served.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

NAMI Chippewa Valley LGBTQIA+ Peer Support Group

A peer support group for LGBTQIA+ adults who are living with a mental health condition. Individuals who are still questioning or do not have specific labels for themselves are welcome. This is a gender-affirming space.

Chippewa Valley LGBT Community Center
Eau Claire

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

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

Halloween

Country Line Dance Lessons with Larry

Intermediate Line Dance Lessons (6:30 pm - 7:15 pm), Requests/Open Dance (8-9pm).

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Dance

Food for Thought Book Club

Copies of the discussion titles are available at the library about a month in advance and can be picked up at the circulation desk. Book list posted on library website.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words

Jackpot Bingo Night @ Growler Guys

Spin the wheel and win beer & food prizes in the first 5 rounds. If no one wins the jackpot, it increases weekly.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Nightlife