Events Calendar

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

All DaySaturday Dec. 12

This 2 month exhibition features paintings of birds, animals, flowers and landscapes. The pieces are done in acrylic and watercolors. In addition to painting, Sarah enjoys experimenting in glass fusing and jewelry making. Sarah is a member of the Valley Art Association and the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists.

Country Inn & Suites
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

8-9:30am Saturday Dec. 12

ADC Sunrise Bookclub

Meet new people, discover amazing books, and enjoy a cozy morning with coffee and meaningful conversations. Bring 5 book titles you'd recommend for future reads.

ADC Boutique & Coffee House
Eau Claire

Words

8am-noon Saturday Dec. 12

Chippewa Valley Woodturning Guild: Open House

Chippewa Valley Woodturning Guild: Open House with woodturning demonstration at 9am.

Eau Claire Insulation
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

9am Saturday Dec. 12

ho h-EAU ho 5K & Kids' Run

Get into the holiday spirit at the Ho H-Eau Ho 5K & Kids' Run. Featuring festive costumes, seasonal cheer, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Chippewa Valley Museum
Eau Claire

Holiday Run/Walk Events

9:10-10am Saturday Dec. 12

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

10am-noon Saturday Dec. 12

St. Olaf PCCW Christmas Bake Sale

Delicious and festive assorted cookie trays, fresh cinnamon rolls, cakes, muffins, pies, sweet breads, bars, fudge, candies and more. Benefits the St. Olaf PCCW charitable causes.

St. Olaf Catholic Church
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Holiday

10am-2pm Saturday Dec. 12

Clear Water Fiber Guild

For the knitter/crocheter, weaver, dyer, or someone new to the fiber arts/textile crafts who is looking for a social group.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Crafting & Making

10am-2pm Saturday Dec. 12

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 Dec. 12

Happy Holidays w/ Wisconsin Makers Market

WiMM is headed north to fill the gym with handmade treasures, seasonal treats, and family fun.

Old Cameron Elementary School Gym
Cameron

10:30-11:30am Saturday Dec. 12

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-noon Saturday Dec. 12

JCPenney Kids Zone

Enjoy a free craft activity, lanyard, and collector's pin. Parents, you'll get an extra 10% off coupon for your shopping.

JCPenney
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

11am-5pm Saturday Dec. 12

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

11am Saturday Dec. 12

Solstice Flow and Gather: Yoga + Soundbath

An all-levels yoga practice that grounds the body. Then enjoy a restorative sound bath, and an optional potluck.

Habitual Yoga Space
Eau Claire

Wellness

noon-1:30pm Saturday Dec. 12

The Curious Table: A Seat for the Curious

A unique, intimate gathering where curiosity leads the conversation, intuition is encouraged, and nothing is too unusual to explore. A welcoming space where you are invited openly explore the intuitive, metaphysical, spiritual, paranormal, and wonderfully unexplained aspects of life.

Spirituality

noon-8pm Saturday Dec. 12

Cousins Maine Lobster - Minneapolis Truck

This seafood truck brings delicious lobster goodies. Order at the truck or online on the app ahead of time and skip the line.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

1-3pm Saturday Dec. 12

Lessons and Carols: Prepare Him Room

Lessons and Carols: Prepare Him Room weaves Scripture and song into a quiet, reflective service of choral music, candlelight, and congregational carols.

St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
Chippewa Falls

1-4:30pm Saturday Dec. 12

Seasonal Train Exhibit to Benefit the Friends of the Library

Join volunteers from the Standard Gauge Module Association as they display toy trains from 1906 to 1940 on a layout decorated for the season.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Holiday Displays & Tours

1:30pm Saturday Dec. 12

UWEC Theatre: "Wonder of the World"

This barrel of laughs begins when Cass discovers a dirty little secret in her husband’s sweater drawer – one so shocking that she has no choice but to flee to the honeymoon capital of the world.

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

2pm Saturday Dec. 12

CVSO Presents: A Classical Christmas

Ring in the holidays with music that captures the warmth and wonder of the season. This festive program invites the whole family to share in the joy and beauty of Christmas.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

6-10pm Saturday Dec. 12

Troppo Big Band at Lilydale

Live music and dancing with TROPPO Big Band. Cash bar, and light refreshments. Doors open at 6pm.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Music

7-9pm Saturday Dec. 12

Clear Water Comedy: Ateh Ekinde (3 Shows)

Minneapolis comedian Ateh Ekinde, who found his love for stand-up comedy in 2019 and has been rising quickly in the Twin Cities comedy scene, performs live.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7-10pm Saturday Dec. 12

Live Music: Simon Cropp

Simon Cropp is a flatpick guitarist and country and bluegrass songwriter. His performance style is equal parts dive bar bravado and fireside introspection.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

7:30-9pm Saturday Dec. 12

Improvised Hallmark Christmas (2 Shows)

A small town, a seasonal festival, one quirky business, and an absurdly good-looking outsider who doesn't understand the true meaning of Christmas.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv Holiday

7:30pm Saturday Dec. 12

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "It's a Wonderful Life"

By James W. Rodgers, based on the film by Frank Capra starting Jimmy Stewart. "It's a Wonderful Life" is based on the story "The Greatest Gift" by Philip Van Doren Stern.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen Holiday

7:30pm Saturday Dec. 12

UWEC Theatre: "Wonder of the World"

This barrel of laughs begins when Cass discovers a dirty little secret in her husband’s sweater drawer – one so shocking that she has no choice but to flee to the honeymoon capital of the world.

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

All DaySunday Dec. 13

Sarah Williams Exhibition

Country Inn & Suites
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

10am-noon Sunday Dec. 13

St. Olaf PCCW Christmas Bake Sale

Delicious and festive assorted cookie trays, fresh cinnamon rolls, cakes, muffins, pies, sweet breads, bars, fudge, candies and more. Benefits the St. Olaf PCCW charitable causes.

St. Olaf Catholic Church
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Holiday

11am-5pm Sunday Dec. 13

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

1pm Sunday Dec. 13

Still Baking Music After All These Years: Kristmas Kookies a LoCal Band

Comical, sometimes sentimental, but always entertaining, a Kristmas Kookies concert of original music brings a whimsical and playful look at the holiday season and winter.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

1:30pm Sunday Dec. 13

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "It's a Wonderful Life"

By James W. Rodgers, based on the film by Frank Capra starting Jimmy Stewart. "It's a Wonderful Life" is based on the story "The Greatest Gift" by Philip Van Doren Stern.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen Holiday

1:30pm Sunday Dec. 13

UWEC Theatre: "Wonder of the World"

This barrel of laughs begins when Cass discovers a dirty little secret in her husband’s sweater drawer – one so shocking that she has no choice but to flee to the honeymoon capital of the world.

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

2-4pm Sunday Dec. 13

Bryan White: A Country Christmas Celebration

Celebrate the season with Bryan White, the Grammy, CMA, and ACM award‑winning country artist known for his heartfelt vocals and chart‑topping hits.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

3-5pm Sunday Dec. 13

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

3pm Sunday Dec. 13

Sunday Drop-In Curling League

Join a relaxed Sunday Drop-In League for anyone who has curled before.

Eau Claire Curling Club
Eau Claire

Recreation

7-9:30pm Sunday Dec. 13

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Carmen Lagala Live

Stand-up comedian Carmen Lagala blends silly and confessional humor, tackling everything from current events to personal experiences. She has appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and her debut special 'Sweet Batch' is available on YouTube and audio platforms.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:20pm Sunday Dec. 13

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

All DayMonday Dec. 14

Sarah Williams Exhibition

Country Inn & Suites
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

10-11am Monday Dec. 14

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

3-4:30pm Monday Dec. 14

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 Dec. 14

LEGO Club

No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona