Events Calendar

Business & Entrepreneurship

4:30-9pm Thursday Nov. 5

Bravo to Business

An evening dedicated to honoring the outstanding businesses shaping our region, whether they’ve broken ground on innovation, shown resilience in challenging times, prioritized community impact, or created exceptional workplaces.

The Florian Gardens
Eau Claire

5-8:45pm Thursday Nov. 5

Supper Club Trolley Tour

Embark upon a classic Wisconsin culinary and cultural journey as you ride the vintage-inspired trolley over the waters and through the woods to Chippewa Falls for a night of cocktails, dinner, and dessert at some of the area’s most iconic supper clubs.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

5:30-6:30pm Thursday Nov. 5

KINDLE - Yoga Series

Therapeutic yoga, guided meditation, breath, reflection, and a holistic support circle come together to help you reconnect with yourself.

Habitual Yoga Space
Eau Claire

Wellness Holiday

5:30-7:30pm Thursday Nov. 5

Starting a Foot and Nail Care Business

At this program for health care professionals, you will hear from current business owners in the industry and learn how to take the first steps to get you started.

Online through UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education

Education

5:30-7:30pm Thursday Nov. 5

Needle Felted Snowman

Get cozy and make a snowman with Needle Felting with Elizabeth. Email to reserve your spot.

Red Fern Cafe
Fall Creek

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6-6:50pm Thursday Nov. 5

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 Nov. 5

NAMI Chippewa Valley Peer Support Group

Confidential, and safe groups open to adults who identify as living with a mental illness or mental health concern.

At The Roots LLC
Eau Claire

6-8pm Thursday Nov. 5

After School Special - Beginning Painting [6 Week Course]

This six-week course dives into and expands upon the ideas of what makes a good painting and how to get there. Focus on technique, such as value scales, color mixing and theory, perspective, and more while keeping it fun for your creative kiddo. Sessions include all materials, including acrylics and watercolor paints.

New Heights School of Art
Eau Claire

Visual Art Crafting & Making

6:15-8:30pm Thursday Nov. 5

Team Trivia + Minigames @ Northwood Game Haven

Mixes big-screen rounds (vide clues, Name that Tune, picture rounds) with quick tabletop minigames between rounds. Teams of 2-6. Prizes for top 3. Prize-wheel or Plinko drawing every round.

Northwood Game Haven
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

6:30-7:45pm Thursday Nov. 5

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 Nov. 5

Suicide Loss Group of the Chippewa Valley

A group, led by two trained facilitators, is for people who have lost loved ones to death by suicide. Held in the facility Rec Room.

Dove Healthcare
Eau Claire

Wellness

6:30-8pm Thursday Nov. 5

NAMI Chippewa Valley Family Support Group

Free, peer-led support groups for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.

Banbury Place - Gillette Conference Room
Eau Claire

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6:30-8pm Thursday Nov. 5

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

7-8pm Thursday Nov. 5

Public Planetarium Show

Learn about the skies over Eau Claire and a topic in astronomy in the planetarium.

UW-Eau Claire Phillips Hall
Eau Claire

Outdoors

7-8:45pm Thursday Nov. 5

Clear Water Comedy's Second Ever Eating Contest

Audience members compete against Clear Water comedians in four categories. Winners receive a BOGO Free Drinks pass for The Plus for all of 2027.

The Plus
Eau Claire

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 5

Music Bingo @ On the Rocks

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

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

7:30pm Thursday Nov. 5

Guys on Ice

This beloved musical comedy invites audiences into a world where the beer is cold, the stove is warm, and the wisdom is as thick as the ice on the lake.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Stage & Screen

All DayFriday Nov. 6

Michael J Peterson

“Found Objects Find Me” is the foundation of abstract, multidisciplinary artist Michael Peterson. Born and raised in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, he is a true townie and an U.S. Air Force veteran. His military service opened the door to higher education and exposed him to European Masters and contemporary artists while stationed in West Germany.

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

10am-5pm Friday Nov. 6

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

Wellness Seniors Animals & Pets

10am-5pm Friday Nov. 6

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 Nov. 6

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

Kids

1-2pm Friday Nov. 6

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

3-7pm Friday Nov. 6

Wicked Wine Weekend

Taste 40+ wines, spirits, sample meats & cheeses, check out product for sale, pre-order your holiday foods, and more.

The Coffee Grounds
Eau Claire

4-7pm Friday Nov. 6

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

4:30-7:30pm Friday Nov. 6

Lima's Fish Fry

Baked or batter fried fish along with Lima's tartar sauce, potato salad, coleslaw, french fries and a cupcake. Coffee, milk, and water provided at your table. Dine-in, or drive-thru available until 7am.

Durand, Holy Rosary Parish
Durand

Causes & Charities Spectator Sports

5-8pm Friday Nov. 6

Feelings Matter: Youth Mental Health Fair & Movie Night

A special viewing of Disney/Pixar's "Inside Out". Meet local organizations, explore mental health resources, and enjoy free popcorn and lemonade.

University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire Davies Student Center, Dakota Ballroom
Eau Claire

Kids Wellness

5-8:30pm Friday Nov. 6

Police vs Fire Charity Hockey Game

First responders from across the Chippewa Valley will hit the ice this November in an inaugural charity hockey game, presented by Altoona Youth Hockey, to raise money for Kids N' Cops and Coats for Kids.

Altoona Sports Center
Altoona

6-8pm Friday Nov. 6

Live Music: Sue Orfield Jazz Trio

Sue Orfield is a tenor saxophonist and vocalist based in the Chippewa Valley. A prolific recording artist, she has contributed to hundreds of albums throughout her career and continues to perform and tour internationally.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

6-8pm Friday Nov. 6

Nina Luna

Nina Luna is a force of nature with a shape-shifting alt-pop sound.

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

7:30-9pm Friday Nov. 6

Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra w/ Steven Hobert

CVJO is joined by Steven Hobert, UWEC Jazz program alumnus, celebrated pianist and composer with a transportive sound with music described as sincere, playful, and viscerally inspiring.

Pablo Center at the Confluence - Jamf Theater
Eau Claire

7:30-9:30pm Friday Nov. 6

Final Judgement

A one-hour completely improvised version of a daytime judge show where plaintiff and defendant argue their cases before a judge.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:30pm Friday Nov. 6

Guitarra Azul

Guitarra Azul ignites the stage with a passionate fusion of flamenco fire, Latin jazz soul, and world music rhythms that stir the spirit and move the body

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

7:30pm Friday Nov. 6

First Fridays Faculty Recital Series: Music of Gabriel Fauré

An evening of music by French composer Gabriel Fauré, including his sonatas for violin and piano, cello and piano, trio for clarinet, cello, and piano.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Nov. 6

The King & Cash Tribute

Joe Sir performs the songs from the different periods of Elvis’ and Johnny’s career: the early hits of the 50’s and 60’s, the Gospel music, and finally songs from their later years where they left their imprint forever.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

7:30pm Friday Nov. 6

UW-Stout Fall Play: Metamorphoses

Mary Zimmerman's Metamorphoses, directed by Audric Buhr, is a 90-minute retelling of a collection of popular Greek myths staged in and around a large on-stage pool.

Harvey Hall Theater
Menomonie

Stage & Screen

All DaySaturday Nov. 7

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Crafting & Making

9am-noon Saturday Nov. 7

Mini Harvest Market

Selling take home meals, jams & jellies, baked goods, candy, dry bean soup mix, greeting cards, sun catchers, zipper pulls, and more. Complimentary coffee & cookies until 11:30am.

Lake Street United Methodist Church
Eau Claire

9am-2pm Saturday Nov. 7

Saving Grace Lutheran Church Bazaar and Bake Sale

Silent auction, baked goods, and vendor sale including crafts, knitting, sewing, decor, holiday, and more.

Saving Grace Lutheran Church
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

9am-2pm Saturday Nov. 7

Flynn Fall Market

50+ local crafters & vendors. Amazing prize drawings. Raises funds for student events, field trips, staff appreciation and more at Flynn Elementary.

Flynn Elementary School
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

9:10-10am Saturday Nov. 7

Zumba with PS-Get Fit, LLC

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

Lake Wissota Chiropractic & Wellness
Chippewa Falls

Fitness

9:30am-2:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

Family Resource Center's Dolly Parton Imagination Library Public Launch Party

A community celebration of reading. Come for book readings, raffles, crafts, activities, and more. 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.

Family Resource Center Inc.
Eau Claire

Kids

9:30am-3:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

Sew Full of Hope Quilt Tour

Six local quilting guilds will display quilts at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Christ Lutheran Church, First Congregational UCC, and Cedarbrook Church, supporting Bridge to Hope.

Four Participating Locations

10-11am Saturday Nov. 7

Goat Yoga

A relaxing yoga session with some gentle stretches and calm while being nudged and nuzzled with playful goats.

Hidden Timber Soul Sanctuary
Fall Creek

Fitness

10am-noon Saturday Nov. 7

Knit & Crochet Club

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

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

10am-noon Saturday Nov. 7

Developing a Sketchbook Practice + Open Art Lab

Find the dedicated time and space to explore drawing from observation in this welcoming class and open art lab sessions at UW-Stout Polytechnic.

UW-Stout Polytechnic Micheels Hall
Menomonie

10am-12:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

Life Writing Instructors: Patti See and Bruce Taylor [4 Class Event]

This workshop is perfect for writers of all levels, offering guidance and practice in "life writing" across genres like autobiographies, blogs, memoirs, and more.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Words Seniors

10am-2pm Saturday Nov. 7

Mussel Minds

Learn about the unknown creatures protecting our waters - Freshwater Mussels! Register by 11/04.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

10am-2pm Saturday Nov. 7

Herringbone Bracelet Workshop

Barbara Dunham instructs in creating a single strand bracelet of herringbone design with a metal toggle closure. Learn this skill for Christmas gifts.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire