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Upcoming Events

1-4:30pm Saturday Dec. 5

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

1pm Saturday Dec. 5

Eau Claire Santa Cycle Rampage

A holiday social ride, at a casual & friendly "slow roll" pace. Come in festive fashions, like Santa costumes, holiday sweaters, elf outfits, Christmas tree costumes, jingle bell jammies, or anything else holiday themed.

Haymarket Plaza
Eau Claire

Holiday Recreation

2-4pm Saturday Dec. 5

The Eau Claire Male Chorus Presents: A Fanfare for Christmas

Annual Christmas concerts featuring the Eau Claire Male Chorus with guest performances from high school choirs.

Delong Middle School
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

2-5pm Saturday Dec. 5

Leinenkugel's Holiday Weekends

Festive fun, live music, and holiday shopping at the lodge. Cheese samples, gift wrapping, pet giving tree, Leinie's patch design bar, and more.

Leinie Lodge
Chippewa Falls

Holiday

2pm Saturday Dec. 5

Menomonie Theater Guild Presents: "A Christmas Story: The Play"

Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s, including all of the classic moments from the beloved 1983 holiday film.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Holiday Stage & Screen

4-9pm Saturday Dec. 5

12 Nights of Christmas at The Local Store

The Local Store courtyard will be transformed into an Outdoor European-Style Market all holiday season. Then on Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays we will have fresh roasted cinnamon/sugar glazed nuts, a crackling fire, featured makers, live demonstrations, and tantalizing tastings with local food and drink vendors and more.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Holiday

6-9pm Saturday Dec. 5

Saturday Night Curling Open House

Learn to curl on Saturday nights with friendly instructors (registration required, no experience needed).

Eau Claire Curling Club
Eau Claire

Recreation

6pm Saturday Dec. 5

Wonderland Parade & After Party

This annual winter parade is beloved Chippewa Falls tradition. Head to Riverfront Park afterwards for fun for the whole family.

Downtown Chippewa Falls
Chippewa Falls

Holiday Fairs & Festivals

6:30-7:15pm Saturday Dec. 5

Glass Snowperson Ornament

This ornament features an adorable snowperson of your customization, with your own special touches and a magical scene.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making Holiday Kids

7-9:30pm Saturday Dec. 5

Audacious A Cappella Semester Concert: Dusk and Dawn

Audacious A Cappella performs its end-of-semester concert.

Schofield Auditorium UWEC
Eau Claire

Music

7-10pm Saturday Dec. 5

Live Music w/ Garden Party

Garden Party is a folk rock trio who originally met as players in the Ukulele Club of Eau Claire, finding that their musical ties went deep.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

7pm Saturday Dec. 5

Stout Choirs present “Festival of Light”

The concert will mark festive occasions that celebrate light, including Diwali from India, Hanukkah from Israel, Lucia Day from Sweden, and Christmas.

Our Savior's Lutheran Church
Menomonie

Music Holiday

7:30pm Saturday Dec. 5

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. 5

Menomonie Theater Guild Presents: "A Christmas Story: The Play"

Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s, including all of the classic moments from the beloved 1983 holiday film.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Holiday Stage & Screen

7:45-8:30pm Saturday Dec. 5

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

All DaySunday Dec. 6

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

Visual Art

All DaySunday Dec. 6

Sarah Williams Exhibition

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

All DaySunday Dec. 6

Holiday Open House

A weekend of holiday fun, festive finds, and seasonal creativity. Enjoy seasonal deals, a special holiday porch make & take for $50, and enter giveaways.

Green Oasis Garden Center
Chippewa Falls

Holiday

All DaySunday Dec. 6

Holiday Fundraiser Escape Room: "Ornamental"

Return to the historic Schlegelmilch House for another fun-filled Christmas adventure filled with puzzles, family memories, and a little holiday mystery. Donating 25% of sales to the Chippewa Valley Museum.

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

Holiday

9am-3pm Sunday Dec. 6

Introduction to Folk-Art Wood Carving

Intended for fist time carvers and beginners, this workshop will introduce basic wood carving techniques.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Crafting & Making

10am-1pm Sunday Dec. 6

Breakfast with Santa

Santa makes his annual visit to Altoona for this breakfast and visit with children. Children can make a Christmas ornament, and guests are invited to bring a non-perishable food item to donate.

River Prairie Center
Altoona

Kids Holiday

10am-4pm Sunday Dec. 6

Annual Christmas in the Barn Sale

One of a kind handmade creations, carved driftwood pieces, beautiful centerpieces, repurposed Christmas decor, unique vintage items, an dmore.

Schultz’s Wedding Barn
Eleva

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

10:30am-3:30pm Sunday Dec. 6

Overview of Primary Yogic Terms & Texts

This session will provide easy-to-understand exposure to primary resources and terms relevant to the practice and history of yoga.

Latitude 44 Yoga Studio
Eau Claire

11am-5pm Sunday Dec. 6

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

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

noon-3pm Sunday Dec. 6

River Theatre Co.: "Over the River and Through the Woods"

Enjoy cookie decorating, a cash bar, and relaxing activities to support the newly announced River Theatre Co. They will announce their first show, and connect with local theatre supporters.

The Lismore
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen

noon-4pm Sunday Dec. 6

Holiday Market & Vendor Fair @ The Brewing Projekt

Browse local artists, shops, makers, and bakers for holiday gifts, decor, and more while enjoying beverages from The Brewing Projekt.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping

noon Sunday Dec. 6

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

1-4pm Sunday Dec. 6

Cook Rutledge Mansion Christmas Open House

Come and enjoy a glimpse into a Victorian Christmas with live entertainment, cookies, hot chocolate and more while exploring this one of a kind mansion.

Cook-Rutledge Mansion
Chippewa Falls

Holiday

1-5pm Sunday Dec. 6

Spur Crazy Band

Live music and dancing with Spur Crazy Band. Cash bar and light refreshments available. Doors open at 1pm, live music from 2-5pm.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Music

1:30pm Sunday Dec. 6

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. 6

UWEC 52nd Annual Holiday Concert

Includes performances by the UWEC Wind Symphony, University Orchestra, Concert Choir, Women’s Concert Chorale, the Singing Statesmen, Symphonic Choir, and more.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

2-3pm Sunday Dec. 6

Chippewa Valley Concert Band Christmas Concert

This free annual holiday concert is performed by 90+ area volunteer musicians under the direction of Jesse Farnlof.

Delong Middle School
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

2pm Sunday Dec. 6

Jazz Band presents “Blue Devil Jazz Orchestra going Crackers”

Featuring the “Nutcracker Suite” and other holiday favorites by Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, and more! Get in the holiday spirit and go Crackers!

UW-Stout Polytechnic Memorial Student Center
Menomonie

Music Holiday

2pm Sunday Dec. 6

Northwinds British Brass Band Holiday Concert

The ensemble brings the warmth and brilliance of the British brass band tradition to the stage with an uplifting afternoon of holiday favorites, beloved carols, and festive concert selections.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Music Holiday

2pm Sunday Dec. 6

Menomonie Theater Guild Presents: "A Christmas Story: The Play"

Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s, including all of the classic moments from the beloved 1983 holiday film.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Holiday Stage & Screen

3-5pm Sunday Dec. 6

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. 6

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

5:30-7:30pm Sunday Dec. 6

Holiday Glow Tree Lighting

Enjoy holiday treats and beverages while shopping a local artists market, listening to Christmas carols, and watching a ceremonial holiday tree lighting.

River Prairie Park
Altoona

Holiday

5:30pm Sunday Dec. 6

UWEC 52nd Annual Holiday Concert

Includes performances by the UWEC Wind Symphony, University Orchestra, Concert Choir, Women’s Concert Chorale, the Singing Statesmen, Symphonic Choir, and more.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

All DayMonday Dec. 7

Sarah Williams Exhibition

Country Inn & Suites
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

All DayMonday Dec. 7

Holiday Fundraiser Escape Room: "Ornamental"

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

Holiday

1-4pm Monday Dec. 7

The Sweets & Treats Trolley Tour: A Taste of Christmas

A heated, vintage-inspired trolley decorated for the holidays travels through the winter countryside with Christmas music and twinkling lights, stopping at three sweet destinations.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Holiday

5:30-9:30pm Monday Dec. 7

Banff Mountain Film Festival

Discover remote landscapes, mountain cultures, and thrilling outdoor sports. Connect with local conservation and recreation organizations before the films.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Outdoors Stage & Screen

6-6:30pm Monday Dec. 7

Silent Peace Walk

Enjoy this community walk along the beautiful Chippewa River. Walk in mindful, peaceful silence for 20 minutes, and close with a fervent wish for peace in the world.

Riverfront Park
Chippewa Falls

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6-7pm Monday Dec. 7

Cookbook Club

Everyone checks out the cookbook and makes something from it to bring to the club, try the dishes, and discuss the cookbook.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words Food & Drink Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

6:30-8pm Monday Dec. 7

Writing for Your Life: One Story and a Time

The instructor—an award-winning author who offers decades of teaching, writing, editing, and publishing experience—will provide encouragement and guidance as you write your own story.

Online through UWEC Continuing Education

Words Seniors

6:30-8:30pm Monday Dec. 7