Events Calendar

30th Anniversary Christmas with John Berry

This Grammy and Emmy award-winning singer-songwriter rose to stardom on the country charts of the 1990s with such mega hits as Your Love Amazes Me, Standing on the Edge of Goodbye, and She’s Taken a Shine.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music 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

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

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

JA Titan Business Challenge

High school students—step into the role of CEO and compete in a fast-paced business strategy tournament for a chance to win post-secondary scholarships and advance to the State and National competitions.

Univeristy of Wisconsin Eau Claire Davies Center
Eau Claire

Kids

Strategic Planning for Success

This interactive program guides nonprofit leaders through practical, personalized strategic planning with tools, reflection, and actionable steps for success.

Online through UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education

Career & Professional Development

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

Friends of the Library Holiday Book Sale

The Friends give thousands of dollars to the library every year and book sales are their major fundraiser. Plan to come on over and find some great treasures at amazing prices.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

Words Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

Stand in the Light Memory Choir Christmas Carol Sing-Along

Join Stand in the Light Memory Choir for some casual Christmas Caroling Sing-Along fun! Festive attire welcomed and encouraged.

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd
Eau Claire

Music Holiday

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

Christmas Tea & Menomonie Mansions: A Lace, Lumber & Legacy Trolley Tour

A traditional tea service at the historic (and beautifully decorated) Oaklawn Inn, a private tour of the grand Wilson Place Mansion, and vintage delights at Old Towne, complete with classic memorabilia and refreshments.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Holiday

Wilson Place Museum HolidayTour

Step back in time for Christmas at Wilson Place Museum. Explore the beautifully decorated historic mansion and discover its fascinating history during a guided holiday tour.

Wilson Place Museum
MENOMONIE

Museums & History Holiday

Winter Daze Parade & Holiday Event

Features a 50+ float parade, photos with Santa, free Swiss Miss hot cocoa, wagon rides, food trucks, and holiday cheer. Park & Ride via shuttle from the Menomonie Public Library.

Downtown Menomonie

Holiday

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

Chippewa Valley Trauma Support Circle weekly meeting

CVTSC is a peer-to-peer in-person group for survivors of trauma and complex trauma to find support, community, and healing

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Wellness

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

Two Rivers at The Plus

You'll hear tunes spanning all genres and eras. Sue Orfield, Randy Sinz, Gregg Wheeler, and Tommy Wieseler.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Music

SMART Recovery Art Night

SMART stands for Self-Management and Recovery Training, and the model is designed to help people create meaningful, lasting change through skill-building, reflection, and support.

At The Roots LLC
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

Common Ground Open Mic

A space for civic dialogue through the power of the spoken word. An evening of personal perspective on the issues that shape our lives.

SHIFT
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

Red Eye Ski & Snowboard Club-Holiday party/meeting

Join fellow alpine skiers & boarders for our annual holiday party and white elephant gift exchange. Bring an inexpensive and/or wacky wrapped gift. Food and beverage are available to purchase.

Old Bloomer Brewery Bar & Grill
Bloomer

Holiday

PJ Story Night

Children may come dressed in their PJs with a favorite stuffy. No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Kids

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

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

Trivia Night @ Valley Burger Market on River

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

Market on River
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

Stout After Hours: Community at Play

Learn how board games bring together creativity, storytelling, design, and community through conversations with Stout faculty, displays of published game artwork, and opportunities to play.

UW-Stout Polytechnic Robert S. Swanson Library
Menomonie

Games & Hobbies

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

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

Nightlife

Music Bingo @ On the Rocks

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

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

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

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

Nightlife

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

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

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

Nightlife

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

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

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

Friends of the Library Holiday Book Sale

The Friends give thousands of dollars to the library every year and book sales are their major fundraiser. Plan to come on over and find some great treasures at amazing prices.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

Words Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

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

Wilson Place Museum HolidayTour

Step back in time for Christmas at Wilson Place Museum. Explore the beautifully decorated historic mansion and discover its fascinating history during a guided holiday tour.

Wilson Place Museum
MENOMONIE

Museums & History Holiday

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