Events Calendar

Visual Art Crafting & Making

4:30-6pm Thursday Nov. 26

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

6-8pm Thursday Nov. 26

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

6:30-7:45pm Thursday Nov. 26

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. 26

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 Nov. 26

Trivia Night @ Valley Burger Market on River

Hosted by Magical Moments DJ. Win Valley Burger merch & gift cards.

Market on River
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 26

Music Bingo @ On the Rocks

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

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

All DayFriday Nov. 27

Family Escape Room

Find hidden keys and clues to solve a series of puzzles and successfully ‘escape’ the room!

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

All DayFriday Nov. 27

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

All DayFriday Nov. 27

The History of Crimmigration

A UW-Eau Claire student in the McNair Scholars Program visualizes the History of USA Crimmigration—the concept of criminalizing immigrants— in a series of oil paintings now displayed at the Pablo Center. Each canvas depicts a moment that affected policy, racial dynamics, and expresses the importance of having a political voice.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

10:15-10:45am Friday Nov. 27

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 Friday Nov. 27

Black Friday Barrel Aged Monsters

Try four super rare Barrel Aged dark beers in a flight for $15, or available in 10z pours and crowlers.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

11am-4pm Friday Nov. 27

Fall Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair

Stop in to shop and support local crafters and small businesses who will be set up on multiple floors of the museum.

Chippewa Area History Center
Chippewa Falls

1-3pm Friday Nov. 27

Pixel Party

Drop in for pixel art, Perler beads, and other activities inspired by the world of Minecraft.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

6-9pm Friday Nov. 27

Live Music: Mélange

Mélange is a vocal trio w/ guitar that plays a mix of original music and covers spanning the genres of jazz, soul, folk, country, and pop.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

6:30pm Friday Nov. 27

Badgers Watch Party

Watch Wisconsin Badgers Football at Cowboy Jack’s. Enjoy the game with food, drinks and a great game-day atmosphere.

Cowboy Jack's
Altoona

Spectator Sports

7pm Friday Nov. 27

Them Coulee Boys - The Final Show

Join Them Coulee Boys at Pablo Center for one final Friendsgiving celebration as the band embarks on its farewell tour and takes the stage together for the last time.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

All DaySaturday Nov. 28

Family Escape Room

Find hidden keys and clues to solve a series of puzzles and successfully ‘escape’ the room!

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

All DaySaturday Nov. 28

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

All DaySaturday Nov. 28

The History of Crimmigration

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

9am-7pm Saturday Nov. 28

Dazzle Day & Ho Ho Ho Expo

A showcase of holiday spirit. Craft fair and bake sale at the Ho-Ho-Ho Expo at Durand-Arkansaw High School (9am-2pm). Kidpalooza from 3-5pm at Durand City Hall. Dazzle Day Parade on Main Street at 6pm.

Locations in Durand

Holiday Crafting & Making Home & Garden

9:10-10am Saturday Nov. 28

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-2pm Saturday Nov. 28

Speedpuzzling Mini Tournament

All abilities and ages are welcome to join for this mini tournament. 4 different contests: Solo, Pairs Relay, Pairs, and Teams (of 4).

L.E. Phillips Senior Center
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

10am-2pm Saturday Nov. 28

Santa's House

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

Rutledge Charity Building
Chippewa Falls

Kids Holiday

10am-3pm Saturday Nov. 28

Handmade Holiday w/ Wisconsin Makers Market

WMM will fill the Lismore Hotel event rooms with the most creative, inspired and talented artists, makers and dreamers from the Midwest.

The Lismore
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping

10am Saturday Nov. 28

Santa's Arrival

Welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus as they arrive in Chippewa Falls for the holiday season! Head over to their house after their arrival to tell them all your Christmas wishes.

BMO Harris Bank parking lot
Chippewa Falls

Kids Holiday

10am Saturday Nov. 28

Winter Porch Pot Class

Class includes a 5lb bundle of mixed evergreens, a pot filled with dirt, one stem of decorative berries, a quick demo, lots of help, and holiday inspiration.

May’s Floral Garden
Eau Claire

10:30-11:30am Saturday Nov. 28

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

11am-5pm Saturday Nov. 28

Villa Bellezza Outdoor Christmas Market

An outdoor European style Christmas market at the scenic, Italian villa-inspired winery & vineyard.

Villa Bellezza Outdoor Christmas Market
Pepin

Games & Hobbies Open Houses & Shopping Thrifting

noon-4pm Saturday Nov. 28

Board Game Market

Join board gamers from around the Chippewa Valley and beyond as they gather for an afternoon of thrifty gaming goodness. A wide selection fo board games and related hobby materials.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

1pm Saturday Nov. 28

Winter Porch Pot Class

Class includes a 5lb bundle of mixed evergreens, a pot filled with dirt, one stem of decorative berries, a quick demo, lots of help, and holiday inspiration.

May’s Floral Garden
Eau Claire

Holiday Crafting & Making Home & Garden

4pm Saturday Nov. 28

Leighton Harvey, Big Road, Conrad & The Comrades

Southern rock and country music with Conrad & The Comrades, Big Road, and Leighton Harvey.

The Brickhouse
Eau Claire

6-10pm Saturday Nov. 28

ICW North presents: Not Dead Yet - Live, Rated R Wrestling

Live professional wrestling from ICW North. Rated R; parental discretion advised.

The Skate Ranch
Menomonie

Spectator Sports

8-11pm Saturday Nov. 28

Live Music: Kalliah and Corey

Kalliah Whalen and Corey Rae White are joining forces to deliver a can't-miss performance with fun, energetic and upbeat covers you'll want to sing along to.

Cowboy Jack's
Altoona

8pm Saturday Nov. 28

Live Music: Kalliah and Corey

Delivering fun, energy, and a lineup of upbeat, recognizable covers you’ll love singing along to.

Cowboy Jack's
Altoona

All DaySunday Nov. 29

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

All DaySunday Nov. 29

The History of Crimmigration

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Causes & Charities

8am-noon Sunday Nov. 29

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser for Mental Health

An annual free breakfast that helps raise funds for projects that work to address gaps in mental health care. Hosted by JONAH.

Spirit Lutheran Church
Eau Claire

11am-5pm Sunday Nov. 29

Villa Bellezza Outdoor Christmas Market

An outdoor European style Christmas market at the scenic, Italian villa-inspired winery & vineyard.

Villa Bellezza Outdoor Christmas Market
Pepin

Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

3-5pm Sunday Nov. 29

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

3-5pm Sunday Nov. 29

Obit Open Mic

A virtual community gathering. Give anything an obituary. People. Objects. Memories. Places. Ideas. Real or made up. Serious or ridiculous. Bring your obit. Read it live or just listen.

Hosted Virtually by Kaleidoscope Soul

3pm Sunday Nov. 29

Christmas with C.S. Lewis

Emery Entertainment presents this look into famed British fantasy authors C.S. Lewis & J.R.R. Tolkein, and how Tolkein changed Lewis's view of Christmas forever.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Holiday Stage & Screen

All DayMonday Nov. 30

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

All DayMonday Nov. 30

The History of Crimmigration

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

10:30-11am Monday Nov. 30

Get the Wiggles Out

Gross motor play for toddlers and preschoolers.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

1:30-2pm Monday Nov. 30

Get the Wiggles Out

Gross motor play for toddlers and preschoolers.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

3:30-4:30pm Monday Nov. 30

Teen Manga Book Club

Join a new teen-led manga book club. Each month, read a selected manga title and meet to share thoughts, discuss favorite characters, and connect with other manga fans in a relaxed, no-pressure environment.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer