Events Calendar

7-9pm Tuesday Oct. 6

Amp Quiz Trivia @ Tomahawk Room

Enjoy this cozy hometown place that is perfect to gather friends and show off your trivial knowledge. Great drinks flow while top teams win prizes every Tuesday.

Tomahawk Room
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Tuesday Oct. 6

Music Bingo

FREE music bingo, hosted by Becca.

5 O'Clock Club
Eau Claire

7-10pm Tuesday Oct. 6

Open Mic Night at The Plus

Music, comedy, and spoken word performances. Musicians perform two songs; poets and comedians get five minutes. Sign-up list goes out at 6pm; 8 slots for musicians/poets, 16 for comedians.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:35-9pm Tuesday Oct. 6

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

8pm Tuesday Oct. 6

Cosmic Otter Club

Peter from Buffalo Galaxy, hosts with new musicians every week.

The Mousetrap
Eau Claire

Music

9pm-1am Tuesday Oct. 6

Karaoke @ Big T's

Hosted by DJ Kramer.

1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month

Big T's
Eau Claire

All DayWednesday Oct. 7

"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 DayWednesday Oct. 7

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 DayWednesday Oct. 7

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

All DayWednesday Oct. 7

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

7:30am-1pm Wednesday Oct. 7

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

10-11am Wednesday Oct. 7

Itty Bitty Playgroup

Enjoy sensory play, stories, music, and child development activities for your little ones. Watch them learn and grow as they play.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink Farmers Markets

10-11:30am Wednesday Oct. 7

Cozy Coloring for Adults

Relax, color, and enjoy meeting new people or just spending time quietly around others. Coloring sheets and art supplies for all ability levels will be provided.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

10am-4pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Menomonie Farmers Market

Local growers, makers, and artists that bring seasonal goods and handcrafted products. Live music, demos, kids activities and more.

Wilson Park
Menomonie

10:15-10:45am Wednesday Oct. 7

Toddler Storytime

Geared for 2-3 year olds and their caregivers. 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 Wednesday Oct. 7

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

11:30am-1:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Lunch and Learning: Apollo 11 Navy SEAL Clancy Hatleberg and his Team's Role

Navy Frogman/SEAL and Chippewa Falls resident Clancy Hatleberg presents on his team's direct involvement with the Apollo 11 recovery mission. Call to reserve your seat, lunches and seating is limited.

Chippewa Area History Center
Chippewa Falls

Museums & History

12:10-12:50pm Wednesday Oct. 7

ORSP Scholarly Spotlight Series Fall 2026: Kran Dugar and Brent Opall

Dr. Kranti Dugar will present an Experimental Exercise in Sustainable Marketing, and Dr. Brent Opall will present on the research & resource gap between small/medium enterprises and larger firms.

Centennial Hall, UWEC
Eau Claire

Forums

2-5pm Wednesday Oct. 7

One-on-One Tech Help

Altoona Public Library's Technology Librarian can help teach you how to use your smartphone, laptop, or tablet. Schedule a 45 minute session online.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Technology Seniors

4-5:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Buckthorn ID and Management

Learn how to identify and control the invasive species: Common buckthorn and Glossy buckthorn. Register by 10/05.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

4-6pm Wednesday Oct. 7

After School Special - Drawing 101

This six-week course dives into and expands upon the ideas of what makes a good drawing and how to get there. Focus on technique, such as value scales, form vs line sketching, color theory, perspective, and more while keeping it fun.

New Heights School of Art
Eau Claire

Music Food & Drink Cultures

5-6pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Cozy Coloring for Adults

Relax, color, and enjoy meeting new people or just spending time quietly around others. Coloring sheets and art supplies for all ability levels will be provided.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

5-6:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Una Noche en la Plaza

Experience the joy of community with local Latinx organizations, campus groups, fun activities, and cultural meals.

UWEC Davies Center, Dakota Ballroom
Eau Claire

5-7pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Breathwork Sessions

The sessions combine intentional breathing techniques with immersive music, guided visualization, affirmations, and somatic practices.

Everest Collective
Eau Claire

5-8:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Pints & Plaids

Don your best flannel and jeans for four-course dinner. Featuring food prepared by 3rd & Vine, craft beer pairings from Lazy Monk Brewing, an antique ax collection, trivia, and immersive heritage stations.

Lazy Monk Brewing
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

5-9:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Northern Saw-whet Owl Banding Training

Join Beaver Creek Reserve’s Northern Saw-whet Owl Banding Crew and become part of this exciting nighttime research project! Register by 10/02.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

5:30-6:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Nia Joyful Dance! Movement for Body, Mind and Spirit

Nia is the "Love your Body" workout, combining both choreographed and free form movement from the martial arts, dance and mindfulness.

Bella Black - Banbury Place BLD 13 Suite 122

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

5:30-7:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Data Center 101 - Eau Claire County Data Center Action Team

Join an explainer with an FAQ on Data Centers in Wisconsin. This is an educational event put on by the Eau Claire County Data Center Action Team intended for a general audience.

LE Phillips Memorial Public Library - Riverview Room
Eau Claire

6-7:30pm 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

6-8pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Pumpkin Beer Tasting Event

Try a whole bunch of pumpkin beers in flights, full pours, crowlers, and growlers. Vote for your favorite, and enter to win a free crowler of that beer. Plus enjoy a one-night only Fall Harvest pizza.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

6-9pm Wednesday Oct. 7

West Coast Swing Dance Lessons [4 Week Class]

Learn West Coast Swing. Must register for all four lessons. Lessons from 6:30-7:30pm, dance from 7:30-9pm. Cash bar available. No experience necessary.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Dance

6:30-7:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Yin Yoga & Meditation

This practice targets the connective tissues reducing inflammation & promoting relaxation.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

6:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Weekly Cribbage Tourney

A weekly Cribbage Tourney. Enjoy local craft beer, say the number 15 a lot out loud, win prizes.

Modicum Brewing Co.
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

6:45-8:15pm Wednesday Oct. 7

WI Environmental Updates and Priorities

Learn about the current environmental issues facing the state and the Sierra Club's work to address them. Presenter, Cassie Steiner, is the WI Chapter Senior Campaign Coordinator.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation
Eau Claire

Outdoors

7-8pm Wednesday Oct. 7

More than the Scoreboard with Maureen Slauson

With selections drawn from her book, Gooder, Maureen bring together sports stories that are really about character, compassion and camaraderie, and the people whose contributions are sometimes overlooked.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Words

7-8:30pm Wednesday Oct. 7

DJ Trivia at Dick's On 12

General knowledge trivia. Play on your own with friends. Prizes for the top 3. League play available.

Dick's on 12
Fall Creek

7-9pm Wednesday Oct. 7

Bingo @ Heartbreakers

Free to play Bingo. It is 11 rounds. The 11th round you play for a progressive cash pot. Must be 18 to play no exceptions. All prizes provided are adult centered. Food and drink specials.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

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

A Vue On by Ken Krautbauer

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

All DayThursday Oct. 8

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
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