Events Calendar

Country Line Dancing at Lilydale

A evening of Country Line Dancing with dance instruction by Kickin' Stomp. Cash bar available; no carry-ins. Light refreshments available for purchase.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Dance

Energy Cleansing Workshop

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

The Coffee Grounds
Eau Claire

Wellness

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

Food & Drink

Jeans & Jewels Gala

The Community Foundation of Dunn County's biggest fundraising event of the year. A fun-filled evening of silent auctions, bucket & specialty raffles, live auctions, delicious food & drinks, and the popular Dessert Dash.

UW-Stout Polytechnic Memorial Student Center
Menomonie

Galas

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

Crafting & Making Holiday

Jay Collins Leads NOLA Jazz

Enjoy an evening of live music from Jay Collins & Company, with a New Orleans style jazz night.

Hive & Hollow
Menomonie

Music

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

Live Music: Straight-Up Sideways

Straight-Up Sideways rocks the back hall with their unique blend of popular music, both old and new.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

Music

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

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

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

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

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

Hot Mess Express: A Rolling Drag Show & Tavern Trolley Tour

Drag stars will host this high energy romp through three Eau Claire bars while enjoying singalongs, laughs, gorgeous costumes, and more.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Nightlife

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

Food & Drink

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

Visual Art

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

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

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

Holiday

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

Crafting & Making

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

All Saints Parish Bazaar

Chicken and polish sausage dinner from 11am to 1pm. Kids bucket raffle, kids craft area, silent auction, bake sale, bingo, and more.

All Saints Parish Hall and Family Center
Stanley

Open Houses & Shopping

Diving Adventure Clinic

Gives kids the chance to explore the excitement of diving through fun challenges, skill stations, tumbling equipment, and aerial adventures that build confidence, coordination, body awareness, and a sense of adventure while having a ton of fun.

UWEC McPhee Strength & Performance Center
Eau Claire

Kids Recreation

UWEC Indigenous Market

Shop a wide variety of goods, all created and sold by Indigenous small-businesses! Screenings of Indigenous films will also be shown in the building throughout the day.

Hibbard Humanities Hall, UW-Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Cultures

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

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

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

Crafting & Making

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

Crafting & Making

Johnny & the Hot Rods at Lilydale

Live music and dancing with Johnny & the Hot Rods Band. Cash bar and light refreshments available. Doors open at 1pm, live music from 2-5pm.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Music

Diving Adventure Clinic

Gives kids the chance to explore the excitement of diving through fun challenges, skill stations, tumbling equipment, and aerial adventures that build confidence, coordination, body awareness, and a sense of adventure while having a ton of fun.

UWEC McPhee Strength & Performance Center
Eau Claire

Kids Recreation

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

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

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

Crafting & Making

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

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

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

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

Kids

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

Visual Art

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

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

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

Holiday

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

Kids

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

Visual Art

Toddler Tales

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

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Kids

November Artist Katina Bauer Exhibit

The beautiful acrylic paintings of landscape artist Katina Bauer will be on display at Decadent Gifts and Gallery during the month of November. With recent showings at the Pablo Center and the Heyde Center, visitors are sure to be inspired and impressed by her detailed landscapes that capture the colors and textures of our local landscapes.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

Visual Art

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

LEGO Club

No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Kids

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

Kids

Catholic + Protestant Dialogue: How Do We Get to Heaven? Catholicism on Tap

Join Catholicism on Tap as Fr. Kyle Lang and Perry Polnaszek explore “How Do We Get to Heaven?” through a Protestant and Catholic dialogue on faith, good works, and salvation.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Spirituality

NAMI Chippewa Valley LGBTQIA+ Peer Support Group

A peer support group for LGBTQIA+ adults who are living with a mental health condition. Individuals who are still questioning or do not have specific labels for themselves are welcome. This is a gender-affirming space.

Chippewa Valley LGBT Community Center
Eau Claire

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics