Events Calendar

7pm Thursday Dec. 3

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet

A breathtaking holiday spectacle featuring world-class international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes, towering puppets, all set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Dec. 3

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "It's a Wonderful Life"

By James W. Rodgers, based on the film by Frank Capra starting Jimmy Stewart. "It's a Wonderful Life" is based on the story "The Greatest Gift" by Philip Van Doren Stern.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

10am-noon Friday Dec. 4

Communication Screenings

Learn about your child's communication skills, such as sound production, language, and hearing.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

10:15-10:45am Friday Dec. 4

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

4-5:30pm Friday Dec. 4

Light up the night at a Glow in the Dark Dance Party! Wear your brightest neon and glow gear while dancing in our blacklight-filled atmosphere. Enjoy music, dancing, and activities for the whole family.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

4-7pm Friday Dec. 4

St Olaf Men's Club Fish Fry Fundraiser

All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry with deep-fried or baked fish, baked potato or fries, mac-n-cheese, choice of beans, plus cole slaw, salad bar and beverage.

St Olaf Parish Center
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

6-8pm Friday Dec. 4

Live Music: Matt Sayles and Friends

Matthew R. Sayles is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and founder of Philville Records, an independent label he formed in 2000 in Marquette, Michigan.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7-9pm Friday Dec. 4

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Tom Thakkar

Comedian Tom Thakkar, seen on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, CONAN, and Comedy Central, performs stand-up.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:30-9pm Friday Dec. 4

Analog Improv Presents: The Last BlockBuster on Earth

A fully improvised, unscripted comedy show where a suggestion from the audience sparks a cascade of characters, stories, and scenes that unfold in real time.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:30-9:30pm Friday Dec. 4

Holiday Cheer with Newberry & Verch

Kick off the holiday season with an unforgettable, toe tapping, hand clapping night of lively fiddling, driving banjo tunes, rich harmonies, and step dancing.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

7:30pm Friday Dec. 4

First Fridays Faculty Recital Series: Romantic Era Piano Music

Join pianist Nicholas Phillips for a solo recital featuring works from the Romantic Era by Johannes Brahms, Franz Liszt, Agathe Grøndahl, and Frédéric Chopin.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Dec. 4

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "It's a Wonderful Life"

By James W. Rodgers, based on the film by Frank Capra starting Jimmy Stewart. "It's a Wonderful Life" is based on the story "The Greatest Gift" by Philip Van Doren Stern.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

10am-noon Saturday Dec. 5

Knit & Crochet Club

Bring your projects for coffee, company, and a selection of knitting and crochet books to browse.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Crafting & Making

10am-2pm Saturday Dec. 5

Santa's House

Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and tell them all your Christmas wishes.

Rutledge Charity Building
Chippewa Falls

Kids Holiday

10am-6pm Saturday Dec. 5

Holiday Open House w/ Wisconsin Makers Market

There will be lights, holiday cheer, coffee, snacks, and local featured artists a ton of goods for gifting.

Wisconsin Makers Market
Eau Claire

10:30-11:30am Saturday Dec. 5

Pablo Center ARTmobile @ the Library

Hands-on projects that will inspire everyone! The ARTmobile connects people of all ages to the visual arts through fun and relevant art projects with an educational component. Parent/Caregiver support recommended.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

noon Saturday Dec. 5

Beginning Oil Painting II

A continuation for students who have completed Beginner One or have basic oil painting experience.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Crafting & Making

1-4:30pm Saturday Dec. 5

Seasonal Train Exhibit to Benefit the Friends of the Library

Join volunteers from the Standard Gauge Module Association as they display toy trains from 1906 to 1940 on a layout decorated for the season.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

6pm Saturday Dec. 5

Wonderland Parade & After Party

This annual winter parade is beloved Chippewa Falls tradition. Head to Riverfront Park afterwards for fun for the whole family.

Downtown Chippewa Falls
Chippewa Falls

7-9:30pm Saturday Dec. 5

Audacious A Cappella Semester Concert: Dusk and Dawn

Audacious A Cappella performs its end-of-semester concert.

Schofield Auditorium UWEC
Eau Claire

7-10pm Saturday Dec. 5

Live Music w/ Garden Party

Garden Party is a folk rock trio who originally met as players in the Ukulele Club of Eau Claire, finding that their musical ties went deep.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7:30pm Saturday Dec. 5

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "It's a Wonderful Life"

By James W. Rodgers, based on the film by Frank Capra starting Jimmy Stewart. "It's a Wonderful Life" is based on the story "The Greatest Gift" by Philip Van Doren Stern.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

10:30am-3:30pm Sunday Dec. 6

Overview of Primary Yogic Terms & Texts

This session will provide easy-to-understand exposure to primary resources and terms relevant to the practice and history of yoga.

Latitude 44 Yoga Studio
Eau Claire

noon Sunday Dec. 6

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

1:30pm Sunday Dec. 6

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "It's a Wonderful Life"

By James W. Rodgers, based on the film by Frank Capra starting Jimmy Stewart. "It's a Wonderful Life" is based on the story "The Greatest Gift" by Philip Van Doren Stern.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

1:30pm Sunday Dec. 6

UWEC 52nd Annual Holiday Concert

Includes performances by the UWEC Wind Symphony, University Orchestra, Concert Choir, Women’s Concert Chorale, the Singing Statesmen, Symphonic Choir, and more.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

3-5pm Sunday Dec. 6

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

5:30pm Sunday Dec. 6

UWEC 52nd Annual Holiday Concert

Includes performances by the UWEC Wind Symphony, University Orchestra, Concert Choir, Women’s Concert Chorale, the Singing Statesmen, Symphonic Choir, and more.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

6-6:30pm Monday Dec. 7

Silent Peace Walk

Enjoy this community walk along the beautiful Chippewa River. Walk in mindful, peaceful silence for 20 minutes, and close with a fervent wish for peace in the world.

Riverfront Park
Chippewa Falls

6-7pm Monday Dec. 7

Cookbook Club

Everyone checks out the cookbook and makes something from it to bring to the club, try the dishes, and discuss the cookbook.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words Food & Drink Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

6:30-8pm Monday Dec. 7

Writing for Your Life: One Story and a Time

The instructor—an award-winning author who offers decades of teaching, writing, editing, and publishing experience—will provide encouragement and guidance as you write your own story.

Online through UWEC Continuing Education

Words Seniors

6:30-8:30pm Monday Dec. 7

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

7pm Monday Dec. 7

Haut Hosted Hijinks - Name That Tune Trivia

Grab your team, grab a drink and get ready for a night of music, laughs and a little friendly competition!

River Jams
Chippewa Falls

7:30-9pm Monday Dec. 7

DJ Trivia @ Heartbreakers

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

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

9pm Monday Dec. 7

Late Night Karaoke

Hosted in the bar lounge.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

8-9am Tuesday Dec. 8

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

10-10:45am Tuesday Dec. 8

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

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

11-11:50am Tuesday Dec. 8

Women's Sober Strong Support Meetings

This welcoming and supportive gathering provides a safe space for women to connect, share their experiences, and find encouragement along their recovery journey.

Eau Claire YMCA
Eau Claire

Wellness Women

11:30am-1pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Chippewa County Veterans Service Office Outreach

CCVS conducts monthly outreach at the Bloomer Public Library. Peter Johnston will be available to answer your questions about Veterans' Benefits.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

3:30-4:45pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Chess Club

For chess players of all ages - including those eager to learn how to play. No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Games & Hobbies Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

4:30-7:30pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Seasonal Train Exhibit to Benefit the Friends of the Library

Join volunteers from the Standard Gauge Module Association as they display toy trains from 1906 to 1940 on a layout decorated for the season.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

5-6pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Men's Sober Strong Support Meetings

A welcoming, supportive space for men to connect, share openly, and support one another through recovery and life’s challenges.

Eau Claire YMCA
Eau Claire

Wellness

5-7pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Chicken Dinner

Oven baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, coleslaw, fluff, bread, milk and coffee.

American Legion Post 53
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

5-9pm Tuesday Dec. 8

BINGO at All Saints Parish Hall

Food service starts at 5pm. BINGO starts at 6:30pm.

All Saints Parish Hall
Stanley

6-8pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Chippewa Valley Village – Monthly Handbook Walk-Through Series

A monthly support group for home-based child care providers. This year-long series walks through all aspects of provider handbooks, covering regulatory requirements and optional policies—empowering providers to make choices that fit their programs.

Wheaton Family Restaurant
Eau Claire