Events Calendar

10am-3pm Saturday Nov. 7

7th Annual Fall Vendor Extravaganza

Discover unique handmade goods, local creators, and festive fall finds. Multiple floors and two gift card giveaways.

Metropolis Resort
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping

10am-4pm Saturday Nov. 7

Joyful Abstraction in Acrylic Instructor Kay Brathol-Hostvet

Learn about composition, color combinations, and textures while creating fun non-representational or abstract paintings in versatile acrylic paint.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

10am-5pm Saturday Nov. 7

Projects on the Porch (P.O.P)

Drop-in glass fusing activity most Saturdays and Sundays in the fall. See website for exact dates, times, and available projects.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

Visual Art Crafting & Making

10am-5pm Saturday Nov. 7

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

10am Saturday Nov. 7

Learn about basic composition and color combinations while creating non-representational or abstract paintings in acrylic. Working from small value studies and intuitive design and color, create two playful paintings.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

10am Saturday Nov. 7

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

10:30-11:30am Saturday Nov. 7

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

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics Parenting

10:30-11:30am Saturday Nov. 7

Raising a Nation: The Childcare Crisis and the Future of Families

Author Elliot Haspel explores the history, realities, and future of childcare in America. Registration required on library website.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

10:30am Saturday Nov. 7

Chippewa Valley Humanists

Open meeting for members and anyone interested in learning more about Humanism. Room 302.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Spirituality

1-2pm Saturday Nov. 7

Live Hot Glass Demonstrations

See first hand how The Glass Orchard works with molten glass. These demos offer a glimpse into what goes into each and every piece they make in their studio.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

1-4pm Saturday Nov. 7

Helix 5 x 5 SUPER Premium Wine Tasting

25 exceptional wines across 5 tables, this super premium tasting gives you the opportunity to sample an incredible selection of high end wines.

Helix Wine, Craft Bar & Cafe
Altoona

2-5pm Saturday Nov. 7

Linoleum Stamp Carving

Carve your own image on a 4x6 block of linoleum. Then print with ink on paper. No prior carving experience required.

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

2-6pm Saturday Nov. 7

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

4-8pm Saturday Nov. 7

7th Annual Everlasting Hope Fundraiser

Join Rescued & Redeemed for a carnival-themed evening of games, food trucks, silent auction, keynote address, and more. Supports their restorative mentorship program for survivors of sex trafficking.

Eau Claire Event District
Eau Claire

Galas

5-6:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

Energy Cleansing Workshop

Learn energetic cleansing and simple, sacred practices you can bring into your everyday life.

The Coffee Grounds
Eau Claire

Wellness

5-8:45pm Saturday Nov. 7

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

Crafting & Making Holiday

6:30-7:15pm Saturday Nov. 7

Classic Icy Glass Snowflake Class

Learn how to assemble glass pieces and use various other forms of glass to decorate your own snowflake ornament.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

7-9pm Saturday Nov. 7

The Doctors of Comedy

Stand-up comedy showcase featuring comedians with credentials in science, medicine, and academia. Hilarious true stories, and smart comedy, concluding with an audience Q&A .

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:30-9pm Saturday Nov. 7

Oh Claire Improv All-Stars

Showcase of talented house improv team with a rotating lineup of special guest improvisers. Fast-paced games like Whose Line Is It Anyway? to long-form scenes.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

The Very Best of Elton John and Billy Joel

From the creator of the popular STORY TELLERS series, this show features the legendary music of Elton John and Billy Joel featuring performances by Jay Fuchs, James A. Rocco, Andy LaCasse, Kris Stauffer, and Reid Kennedy.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Music

7:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

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

7:45-8:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

Glass Crystal Tree Ornament

Learn how to arrange glass pieces to create this ornament, now with new color themes available.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making Kids Holiday

8:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

Fate Defiant EP Release Show

Fate Defiant EP Release Show with In Plain Sight and Sons of Bliss

The Venue at The Plus
Eau Claire

Music

9pm Saturday Nov. 7

LIVE at LEONA's: Rick Maguire (from Pile)

Pile is an American indie rock band from Boston, Massachusetts. Starting as the solo act of Rick Maguire in the late 2000s, Pile has been a collective since the release of Magic Isn't Real in 2010.

Leona's Pizzeria
Eau Claire

All DaySunday Nov. 8

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 DaySunday Nov. 8

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

10am-5pm Sunday Nov. 8

Projects on the Porch (P.O.P)

Drop-in glass fusing activity most Saturdays and Sundays in the fall. See website for exact dates, times, and available projects.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

10am-5pm Sunday Nov. 8

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

11am Sunday Nov. 8

Red Yeti Rampage

Lace up your trail shoes for your choice of fall trail run hosted by the Chippewa Valley Nordic Ski Team. Choose a 5k, 10k, or 15k challenge route. Complimentary lunch, awards, door prizes, refreshments, and community vibes.

Tower Ridge Recreational Area
Eau Claire

Run/Walk Events Outdoors

11:30am-4:30pm Sunday Nov. 8

The Yamas & Niyamas - The Root of Your Yoga Practice

Explore the timeless wisdom of the foundational ethical principles of yoga—as a framework for cultivating a meaningful, grounded, and well-integrated life.

Latitude 44 Yoga Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

1-3pm Sunday Nov. 8

Holiday Wreath Making Class

Create your own fresh wreath in a hands-on workshop. Choose from a 24" or 32" wreath base; all decorations and supplies are included. A glass of wine is included with your ticket.

Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery
Chippewa Falls

1-3pm Sunday Nov. 8

Sip & Create: Snowman Felt Needle Class

Learn needle felting basics from instructor Beth Kessler while creating felted snowmen. All supplies and a glass of wine are included. Perfect for beginners; no experience necessary.

Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery
Chippewa Falls

2pm Sunday Nov. 8

Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue

The Golden Girls are back in an all-new show. Relive the heartfelt hilarity of 4 ladies who never stopped being your friends.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen

2pm Sunday Nov. 8

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

2:30-5pm Sunday Nov. 8

Stained Glass Mushroom Make & Take

A beginner-friendly stained glass class where you will learn to foil, solder, and finish your very own stained glass mushroom.

Makers' Studio LLC
Eau Claire

3-5pm Sunday Nov. 8

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

3:25pm Sunday Nov. 8

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

4-6pm Sunday Nov. 8

Camp Launch Party - Kamp Kenwood

Kids and teens - play games, make crafts, toast s'mores, drink hot cocoa, and reunite with camp friends (or make new ones!). Parents - meet the Camp Director and learn about our camp program. Win prizes and be the first to register for our 2027 camp season.

Menomonie Market Food Co-Op (Eau Claire)
Eau Claire

All DayMonday Nov. 9

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

All DayMonday Nov. 9

The History of Crimmigration

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

10-11am Monday Nov. 9

Rural Story Times in Stanley

Join River Source staff at Stanley Library's story time. Enjoy snacks, activities, and take home a book each month.

D.R. Moon Memorial Library
Stanley

10am-5pm Monday Nov. 9

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

10:30-10:50am Monday Nov. 9

Toddler Tales

For children 18 months - 2 years and their parents. Registration required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

3-4:30pm Monday Nov. 9

Chippewa Valley Grief Support Group

For individuals dealing with the loss of a loved one: spouse, partner, parent, child, friend, relative, colleague. Share feelings, thoughts and concerns.

Central Lutheran Church
Chippewa Falls

Wellness

3:30-4:45pm Monday Nov. 9

LEGO Club

No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

4:30-6pm Monday Nov. 9

Kids in the Kitchen: Fall Flavors

Join 4-H in exploring flavors of fall—apples, squash, pumpkin, and more. Bake and cook in-season produce and explore cozy flavors in a hands-on celebration of the autumn season.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire