Events Calendar

notaflof: wisco + mpls punk in the ‘20s

Notaflof explores Wisconsin and Minneapolis punk communities through show flyers, album artwork, zines, activism, and stage props. Curated by Evan Minsker, the exhibition highlights regional artists and the creativity, accessibility, and cultural impact of punk across the Midwest.

Furlong Gallery at UW-Stout Polytechnic Micheels Hall
Menomonie

Visual Art

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

Kids

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

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

Kids

Ping Pong and Pizza

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

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Kids

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

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

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

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

Sweet Designs: Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop

Discover the fundamentals of holiday cookie decorating during this engaging hands-on workshop

UW-Stout Polytechnic, Communications Tech Building Room 130
Menomonie

Holiday

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

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

Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

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

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

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

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

Friday Night Jazz

On select Fridays, talented local musicians will treat listeners to fantastic jazz tunes.

Forage
Eau Claire

Music

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Schoolhouse Christmas Trolley Express: A Magical Ride to See Santa

Ride through the heart of downtown Eau Claire to eventually arrive in the woods of Carson Park at the charming Sunnyview School House, to experience a historic schoolhouse Christmas with Santa and Mrs. Claus themselves!

Weekends from Nov 27 to Dec 20

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Kids Holiday

Valley Arts Association Fall Membership Show

"Planet Earth" is the theme for this year's annual membership exhibition by the Valley Arts Association. The exhibition showcases the members interpretation of the theme using a wide variety of media: painting, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics and fiber arts.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

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

Chippewa Valley Woodturning Guild: Open House

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

Eau Claire Insulation
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

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

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

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

Holiday Hoopla - Eau Claire Store

A festive day filled with fun and holiday cheer. Enjoy free pictures with Santa, a kids scavenger hunt, card making station and indulge in delicious free samples from local vendors.

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

Holiday

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

Santa's House

Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and tell them all your Christmas wishes.

Rutledge Charity Building
Chippewa Falls

Kids Holiday

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

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

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

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

Kids

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

Kids

Pressed Floral Frames

Create a holiday pressed floral frame to give as a gift. They'll provide the flowers, materials, and guidance needed. RSVP a class slot at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. Coffee served by Whirlybird.

Green Oasis Garden Center
Chippewa Falls

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

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

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.

Register for Location Information
Chippewa Falls

Spirituality

Holiday Boozy Book Fair

Sip on a drink while you explore and shop with local authors + bookish vendors. Books, drinks, and merch.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Words Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

Low-Fidelity Design

Low-Fidelity Design explores Minnesota’s underground music scene through DIY visual identities, affordable production methods, and creative design. Featuring the Minnesota Underground Music archive, the exhibition connects sound and visual expression while highlighting accessible, resource-driven making at UW–Stout.

Furlong Gallery at UW-Stout Polytechnic Micheels Hall
Menomonie

Visual Art

notaflof: wisco + mpls punk in the ‘20s

Notaflof explores Wisconsin and Minneapolis punk communities through show flyers, album artwork, zines, activism, and stage props. Curated by Evan Minsker, the exhibition highlights regional artists and the creativity, accessibility, and cultural impact of punk across the Midwest.

Furlong Gallery at UW-Stout Polytechnic Micheels Hall
Menomonie

Visual Art

Christmas Market @ Lazy Monk

Lazy Monk brings together local artisan crafters for this annual market, inspired by the German Christkindlmarkts. Shop cards, crafts, ornaments, food products, while enjoying Lazy Monk biers.

Lazy Monk Brewing
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

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

North Pole at The Pressery

Attend The Pressery's official ribbon cutting at 12:30pm, then enjoy festivities including drinks, treats, jewelry, a visit from Mr & Mrs. Claus, and live reindeer with Reindeer Acres.

The Pressery
Menomonie

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

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

Music Holiday