Events Calendar

6:30-7:45pm Thursday Dec. 10

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 Dec. 10

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 Dec. 10

Trivia Night @ Valley Burger Market on River

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

Market on River
Chippewa Falls

7-8pm Thursday Dec. 10

Public Planetarium Show

Learn about the skies over Eau Claire and a topic in astronomy in the planetarium.

UW-Eau Claire Phillips Hall
Eau Claire

Outdoors

7-8:30pm Thursday Dec. 10

DRAG BINGO with Khloe Wold

Khloe Wold is back to take over game night. Free bingo, killer prizes, and food and drink. Roll in at 7pm and get ready to shout BINGO like you mean it.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7-9pm Thursday Dec. 10

Music Bingo @ On the Rocks

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

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Thursday Dec. 10

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

7pm Thursday Dec. 10

Haut Hosted Hijinks- Karaoke

Grab a drink and pick a song for a night of karaoke, bar room sing-a-longs, and chaos.

River Jams
Chippewa Falls

7:15pm Thursday Dec. 10

715 Series: The Spine Stealers

The Spine Stealers are a two-gal duo making “spooky folk” influenced by the northwoods.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music

7:30pm Thursday Dec. 10

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 Thursday Dec. 10

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

Stage & Screen

8:30-11:45pm Thursday Dec. 10

Battle Karaoke @ Northwood Game Haven

Sing, compete, and have fun. Minigames & buzzer trivia throughout the night with prizes. Each team has a room, and they'll score each other throughout the night. Prizes for winners.

Northwood Game Haven
Chippewa Falls

All DayFriday Dec. 11

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 DayFriday Dec. 11

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

All DayFriday Dec. 11

Elk Mound Lion's Club Lights Of Love

This holiday season help light up the community community and honor or remember the special people in your life by sponsoring colored bulbs on the tree.

November - December

Elk Mound Library/Community Center Parking Lot
ELK MOUND

10:15-10:45am Friday Dec. 11

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

1-4pm Friday Dec. 11

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

2-3pm Friday Dec. 11

Little Explorers: Tracks!

After a reading of Kate Messner’s "Over and Under the Snow" and a track-themed painting craft, venture out into the snow to search for animal tracks around Beaver Creek Reserve.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

4-5pm Friday Dec. 11

Ping Pong and Pizza

Meets the 2nd Fridays of the month. No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

4-5pm Friday Dec. 11

Young Adults with Cancer Support Group

Meetings are open to young adults affected by cancer regardless of treatment location. Meetings take place in Cancer Center Meditation Room.

Mayo Clinic Health System Cancer Center
Eau Claire

Wellness

4-9pm Friday Dec. 11

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

Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

5-8pm Friday Dec. 11

Gather by the Manger Light

Enjoy the lights and a variety of Nativity displays, beautiful and peaceful Christmas music, Free cookies, cocoa and crafts, live music, and narration for the entire family.

The Fish House at Altoona City Park
Altoona

Holiday Spirituality

5-8pm Friday Dec. 11

Holiday Cocktail & Chocolate Trolley Tour

Explore via a decorated trolley with stops at River Bend Winery & Distillery where you’ll also sample some amazing Sweet Driver Chocolate, Helix Wine, Craft Bar & Cafe, and concluding at The Lakely.

Fridays and Saturdays Nov 27 to Dec 26 (see website for schedule)

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

6-7:30pm Friday Dec. 11

Wissota Candle Making Class

Make your own custom-scented candle. Your ticket includes all materials, a glass of wine, and a fun game to wrap up the class.

Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery
Chippewa Falls

Crafting & Making

6-8pm Friday Dec. 11

AV Club

Each month, a featured podcast or audiobook is selected for the group to listen to, and we meet to discuss and dive deeper into its themes, stories, and insights. All are welcome.

The Weaver's Grove
Chippewa Falls

6-8pm Friday Dec. 11

Cozy Night Out & Holiday Cookie Walk

A festive evening filled with shopping, dining, sweet treats, and holiday cheer! Local businesses will stay open late, offering special deals, pop-ups, and cozy experiences to make your holiday shopping a little more magical.

Downtown Eau Claire

Holiday Open Houses & Shopping

6-8pm Friday Dec. 11

Chunky Blanket Workshop

Beginners and experienced knitters can enjoy making a beautiful, cozy blanket to give as a gift this holiday season. Bring 3-4 skeins of Eternal Bliss yarn. Space is limited.

Legacy Coffee
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making Holiday

6-9pm Friday Dec. 11

Live Music: Between Howls

Vocalist/violinist Ren Cooper Howl & guitarist/singer-songwriter Nick Muska How perform a blend of folk, rock and blues.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

7-9pm Friday Dec. 11

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

7:30pm Friday Dec. 11

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 Friday Dec. 11

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

Stage & Screen

7:30pm Friday Dec. 11

Swinging In The Holidays with the CVJO

Join the Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra for a fun, swinging night of traditional holiday classics.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

7:30pm Friday Dec. 11

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

9-11pm Friday Dec. 11

Bad Santa Naughty List Tavern Trolley Tour

Join award-winning comedian Cullen Ryan as he embodies a beleaguered and bottomed-out Santa, bringing you edgy, off-the-wall, interactive comedy between stops at three classic local watering holes, all of which are dolled up for the season.

Fridays and Saturdays Nov 27 to Dec 26

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Nightlife Holiday

All DaySaturday Dec. 12

Sarah Williams Exhibition

Country Inn & Suites
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

All DaySaturday Dec. 12

Holiday Fundraiser Escape Room: "Ornamental"

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

All DaySaturday Dec. 12

Elk Mound Lion's Club Lights Of Love

This holiday season help light up the community community and honor or remember the special people in your life by sponsoring colored bulbs on the tree.

November - December

Elk Mound Library/Community Center Parking Lot
ELK MOUND