Events Calendar

7-9pm Wednesday Oct. 7

DJ Trivia @ On the Rocks

Play in a group / Team or by yourself and check your Trivia skills. Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place each week.

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

7-10pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Open Mic Night with Philville Records

Singers, songwriters, instrumentals, poetry, spoken word, comedy, and more with both established and emerging artists.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7pm Wednesday Oct. 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!

1917 Lake Wissota
Chippewa Falls

7:35-9pm Wednesday Oct. 7

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

All DayThursday Oct. 8

"Seeking an Upward Thermal"

This interactive visual arts exhibit explores the restorative qualities, symbolism, and fragility of birds through more than 50 works in pastel, gouache, and beadwork sculpture.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Games & Hobbies Halloween

All DayThursday Oct. 8

Enchanted Order Escape Room

Help the world's most powerful witches fix their magic circle in the basement of the historic Schlegelmilch House, and restore their powers.

Select Days until Nov. 1

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

All DayThursday Oct. 8

Heavily influenced by the Japanese aesthetic of “Wabi-Sabi” (the acceptance of imperfection), Krautbauer’s exhibition’s creates imaging alternatives from an abstract perspective and looks beyond the surface for interpretations and discovery.

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

9:30-11am Thursday Oct. 8

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. 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

11am-1pm Thursday Oct. 8

From Memories to Memoir: Crafting Your Story

Transform your life experiences into meaningful stories in this engaging five-session memoir writing workshop at UW-Stout Polytechnic.

UW-Stout Polytechnic, Vocational Rehabilitation Bldg - Rm 225
Menomonie

Words Seniors

11am-5pm Thursday Oct. 8

Jamie Rehfeld October Featured Artist

View the latest work from our October Featured Artist - Jamie Rehfeld. Jamie’s warm, nostalgic subject matter reflects a gentle, pastoral view of nature, animals, and family life evoking the charm and innocence of everyday experiences. Acrylic on canvas, there is something for everyone, especially cottage core enthusiasts who yearn for a calming aesthetic.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

11am-5pm Thursday Oct. 8

Jamie Rehfeld October Featured Artist

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

11am-6pm Thursday Oct. 8

Chippewa Falls Farmers Market

Locally grown produce, syrups, honey, baked goods, meats, arts & crafts, food trucks, and live music.

Riverfront Park
Chippewa Falls

Farmers Markets

12:30-5pm Thursday Oct. 8

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

4-10pm Thursday Oct. 8

Giving Mac - 2026 Annual Gun & Tech Banquet

A special fundraising event dedicated to supporting Veteran wellness. Enjoy an evening of community, great food, exciting raffles, and meaningful fundraising — all for a cause that makes a real difference.

The Crescent - Eau Claire Event District
Eau Claire

Galas

4:30-6pm Thursday Oct. 8

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

4:30-7pm Thursday Oct. 8

Fred Stonehouse “Belief in the Cure”: Gallery Reception & Artist Talk

An evening with acclaimed Wisconsin painter Fred Stonehouse. Enjoy an opening reception at the Furlong Gallery at 4:30pm, followed by an artist presentation and Q&A at Harvey Hall Theatre at 6pm.

UW-Stout Polytechnic Campus
Menomonie

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

5:30-7pm Thursday Oct. 8

Repurposing Spaces to Create Affordable Housing

Learn about practical strategies, approaches, and opportunities to turn underused spaces into affordable places to live. Sponsored by the JONAH Affordable Housing Task Force.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Library - Riverview Room 306
Eau Claire

5:30-7:30pm Thursday Oct. 8

Needle Felted Gnomes

Make two cute needle-felted gnomes with Needle Felting with Elizabeth. Email to reserve your spot.

Red Fern Cafe
Fall Creek

Crafting & Making

6-6:50pm Thursday Oct. 8

Zumba with PS-Get Fit, LLC

No experience is needed and all activity levels are supported. First class is always free.

Eau Claire Fit Lab
Eau Claire

Fitness

6-7:30pm Thursday Oct. 8

Insurance Literacy for Retirees: The ABCs & Ds of Medicare and Other Insurance Essentials

A provides a clear, unbiased overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, compares supplement and advantage plans, and explains key enrollment timelines.

UW-Stout Polytechnic, Harvey Hall Room 140
Menomonie

Seniors

6-7:30pm Thursday Oct. 8

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

6-7:30pm Thursday Oct. 8

Chippewa Valley (WI) Area Team Project Leader Workshop - Operation Christmas Child®

Join a Project Leader Workshop and get ready for the upcoming Operation Christmas Child packing event. Learn about this faith-based initiative to provide gifts to children in need.

Peace Church
Eau Claire

6-8pm Thursday Oct. 8

Common Ground Open Mic

A space for civic dialogue through the power of the spoken word. An evening of personal perspective on the issues that shape our lives.

SHIFT
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6:30-7pm Thursday Oct. 8

PJ Story Night

Children may come dressed in their PJs with a favorite stuffy. No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

6:30-7:45pm Thursday Oct. 8

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. 8

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. 8

Live. Here. Now. Live Comedy Show

Hosted by Andy Spencer, each unique and completely different show blends smart comedy, genuine guests, and live music in front of an in-person audience.

UWEC Schofield Auditorium
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7-8:30pm Thursday Oct. 8

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. 8

Music Bingo @ On the Rocks

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

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Thursday Oct. 8

Clear Water Comedy Proudly Presents: Shawn Nafstad

A regular at Acme Comedy Club, Shawn has opened for touring comedians including David Cross. His cynicism and aloofness remind audiences that tragedy and comedy are two sides of the same coin.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7-9pm Thursday Oct. 8

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

7-10pm Thursday Oct. 8

Live Music: Gaia Wilde

A straight edge, singer/songwriter, vegan, zen practitioner.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

7pm Thursday Oct. 8

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. 8

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "The Diary of Anne Frank"

Newly adapted by Wendy Kesselman, and based on "The Diary of a Young Girl." This is the impassioned drama about the lives of eight people hiding from the Nazis in an attic.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen

7:35-9pm Thursday Oct. 8

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

8:30-11pm Thursday Oct. 8

Gully Boys with Pollyanna and Thanks, We've Been

Gully Boys from Minneapolis kick off their fall tour with special guest Pollyanna from New Jersey and opening music by Thanks, We've Been.

Leona's Pizzeria
Eau Claire

Music

All DayFriday Oct. 9

"Seeking an Upward Thermal"

This interactive visual arts exhibit explores the restorative qualities, symbolism, and fragility of birds through more than 50 works in pastel, gouache, and beadwork sculpture.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Games & Hobbies Halloween

All DayFriday Oct. 9

Enchanted Order Escape Room

Help the world's most powerful witches fix their magic circle in the basement of the historic Schlegelmilch House, and restore their powers.

Select Days until Nov. 1

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

All DayFriday Oct. 9

A Vue On by Ken Krautbauer

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

Career & Professional Development

8:30am-12:30pm Friday Oct. 9

Ethics and Boundaries: Transference and Countertransference when Working with Clients and Families

Learn how transference and countertransference shape client relationships in human services. This program supports professionals in identifying key emotional dynamics and upholding clear, ethical boundaries within their practice.

Online through UWEC Continuing Education

10am-5pm Friday Oct. 9

Scavenger Hunt

Bring the kids to complete a fun and engaging scavenger hunt in the orchard and redeem a prize. While weather permits.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

Kids Fall Fun

10:15-10:45am Friday Oct. 9

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

11am-5pm Friday Oct. 9

Jamie Rehfeld October Featured Artist

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

11am-5pm Friday Oct. 9

Jamie Rehfeld October Featured Artist

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

noon-1pm Friday Oct. 9

Fall Friday Yoga at Elevate Health Collective

These classes will include mindful movement, music, optional hands on, & optional supportive props, plus extra self-care goodies.

Elevate Health Collective
Eau Claire

Wellness

noon-4:30pm Friday Oct. 9

Autumn Arts Field Trip Trolley Tour

Enjoy the fall colors on this backroads tour of art studios hidden among the farms and woods near Augusta and Fairchild.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

noon-6pm Friday Oct. 9

Falling Leaves Art Studio tour

Enjoy the fall colors on a self-guided Art Tour in & around Osseo, Fairchild, Augusta, & Fall Creek. Find a wide variety of art to buy at participating studios.

Participating Locations Listed on Website