Events Calendar

All DaySunday Dec. 13

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

All DaySunday Dec. 13

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

All DaySunday Dec. 13

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

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

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

10am-4pm Sunday Dec. 13

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

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

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

noon-4pm Sunday Dec. 13

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

1-3pm Sunday Dec. 13

Coffee Mug Bird Feeders and Bird Hike

Join a BCR naturalist at Camp Nawakwa for an afternoon of bird feeder making and birdwatching on nearby Picnic Lake.

Camp Nawakwa
Cornell

Crafting & Making Outdoors

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

Music Holiday

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

Stage & Screen

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

Music Holiday

2pm Sunday Dec. 13

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. 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

3pm Sunday Dec. 13

13th Annual Menomonie Tuba Christmas

Join a joyful performance of classic Christmas carols led by Conductor Jesse Farnlof. Tuba, sousaphones, euphonium, and baritone players are invited to participate.

St. Joseph Parish
Menomonie

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

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

All DayMonday Dec. 14

Holiday Fundraiser Escape Room: "Ornamental"

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

All DayMonday Dec. 14

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

All DayMonday Dec. 14

Valley Arts Association Fall Membership Show

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

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

Kids

1-4pm Monday Dec. 14

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

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

Kids

6-7:30pm Monday Dec. 14

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

6-9pm Monday Dec. 14

Country Line Dance Lessons with Larry

Doors open at 6:00 pm. Intermediate Line Dance Lessons (6:30 pm - 7:15 pm), Beginner Line Dance Lessons (7:15-8:00pm) Requests/Open Dance (8-9pm).

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Dance

6:30-8pm Monday Dec. 14

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. 14

Jackpot Bingo Night @ Growler Guys

Spin the wheel and win beer & food prizes in the first 5 rounds. If no one wins the jackpot, it increases weekly.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

7-8:30pm Monday Dec. 14

DJ Trivia @ Ritz on the River

General knowledge trivia. Play on your own with friends. Prizes for the top 3. League play available.

The Ritz on the River
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Monday Dec. 14

DJ Bingo at VFW 305 Starr

Song clips instead of numbers. Get "Bingo" and win prizes. Wide variety of music genres.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

7:30-9pm Monday Dec. 14

DJ Trivia @ Heartbreakers

Gift card prizes. $30 for 1st place, $20 for 2nd place, and $10 for 3rd place.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

9pm Monday Dec. 14

Late Night Karaoke

Hosted in the bar lounge.

The Plus
Eau Claire

All DayTuesday Dec. 15

Sarah Williams Exhibition

Country Inn & Suites
Chippewa Falls

All DayTuesday Dec. 15

Holiday Fundraiser Escape Room: "Ornamental"

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

All DayTuesday Dec. 15

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

All DayTuesday Dec. 15

Valley Arts Association Fall Membership Show

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

8-9am Tuesday Dec. 15

Common Grounds: A JONAH Coffee Chat

The JONAH Voices United Task force invites you to a coffee hour to connect, share your feelings, and find shared values.

JONAH Office
Eau Claire

10-10:45am Tuesday Dec. 15

Storytime

Explore the 4 "S's" - stories, singing, sensory skills, and social interaction. Children will enjoy a short playtime, themed stories, songs and activities.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

Kids

10am-noon Tuesday Dec. 15

Word Weavers (Altoona Public Library Writer's Group)

Share and give feedback to help each other become the best writers you can be. Bring original work to share, up to 1,000 words.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words

10am Tuesday Dec. 15

White Poinsettias Watercolor Class

Celebrate the quiet elegance of winter by painting white poinsettias layered with soft shadows and delicate textures.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Crafting & Making

11-11:50am Tuesday Dec. 15

Women's Sober Strong Support Meetings

This welcoming and supportive gathering provides a safe space for women to connect, share their experiences, and find encouragement along their recovery journey.

Eau Claire YMCA
Eau Claire

Wellness Women

4:30-7:30pm Tuesday Dec. 15

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

5-6:30pm Tuesday Dec. 15

Theo's Cat Bingo

A purr-fectly fun evening at the Cat Cafe with cat-themed bingo. The excitement happens in the cozy cafe, separate from the cats.

Mr. Kitty's Cat Cafe
Eau Claire

Animals & Pets

5-9pm Tuesday Dec. 15

BINGO at All Saints Parish Hall

Food service starts at 5pm. BINGO starts at 6:30pm.

All Saints Parish Hall
Stanley