Events Calendar

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

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

Two-Step Dance Lessons [4 Sessions]

Learn the Country (progressive) two-step. Lesson time (1-2pm). Dance to follow (with pre-recorded music (2-4pm). Payment in full by first lesson.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Dance

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild Presents: Alanis Morisette's "Jagged Little Pill"

Glen Ballard, lyrics by Morissette, and book by Diablo Cody, with additional music by Michael Farrell and Guy Sigsworth.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "A Year with Frog and Toad"

Arnold Lobel’s well-loved characters hop from the page to the stage. Featuring a jazzy, upbeat score, A Year with Frog and Toad is part vaudeville, part make-believe, and all charm.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

Kids Stage & Screen

Sharing the Stage: UWEC Choirs & Chippewa Valley Choirs

UWEC Choirs invites Chorale NouvEAU, Master Singers, Schola Cantorum of Eau Claire, The Menomonie Singers, Eau Claire Male Chorus, and Stand in the Light Choir to the Pablo Center RCU.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Music

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

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

Chippewa Valley Community Chorus Open House & Information Night

Celebrate CVCC's 50th season with an evening of music, art, and community. Guests are invited to help make a mosaic banner, join a social hour, and enjoy a short, fun rehearsal to prepare for holiday caroling. All are welcome.

Trinity United Methodist Church
Chippewa Falls

Music Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

Sensory-friendly Playgroup

This playgroup is for children who may feel overwhelmed in busy or noisy play environments. A playgroup where kids can move and explore at their own pace and where parents feel supported and understood.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

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

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

Lies, Libel, and the First Amendment: The Story Behind Dominion v. Fox

Media lawyer and author Ian Rosenberg takes audiences inside lies, libel, the “actual malice” standard, and what this consequential lawsuit means for journalism, the First Amendment, and American democracy.

UWEC Centennial Hall, Room 1804
Eau Claire

Forums

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

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

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

Nightlife

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

Nightlife

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

Nightlife

DJ Trivia @ Heartbreakers

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

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

Late Night Karaoke

Hosted in the bar lounge.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Nightlife

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

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

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

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

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

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

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

New Parent (and new addition) Caregiving Support Group

A group for new parents. Connect with other caregivers, get support, and learn new skills & tools. Bring your baby to play or sleep. Sibling childcare available.

Family Resource Center Inc.
Eau Claire

Parenting

Drop-In Games

Celebrate International Games Month with a wide variety of tabletop and Switch games. Play with your family or make new friends - players may bring their own Switch or take turns using the library Switch Lite.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

Kids Games & Hobbies

Leo's Cat Trivia

Study up and come on down for cat-themed trivia at the cafe. Can have teams of up to four, $3 minimum purchase required per player. Win free passes in the cat lounge.

Mr. Kitty's Cat Cafe
Eau Claire

Animals & Pets

BINGO at All Saints Parish Hall

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

All Saints Parish Hall
Stanley

Nightlife

Spill the TEA (Truth, Energy, Alignment)

Spill the TEA is a welcoming spiritual meetup for open conversation, shared insight, and authentic connection.

The Weaver's Grove
Chippewa Falls

Spirituality

Savoring Japan: An Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience

Get a taste of Japanese culture by making Okonomiyaki, a savory pancake. Enjoy your freshly made creation and leave ready to recreate it for family and friends.

UW-Stout Polytechnic Communications Tech Building Room 130
Menomonie

Food & Drink

Tune-In Tuesday w/Wyatt Thomson

Wyatt Thomson possesses a voice that echos the soundscapes of the dance halls, supper clubs, and road houses that still litter the landscape of his home in the Chippewa Valley of Wisconsin.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

Country Dancing at Lilydale

Cash bar available (no carry-ins). Complimentary popcorn, and pizza available for purchase. Partner & line dancing songs/dances by request, and some volunteer teaching.

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Dance

Winter Porch Pot Class

Class includes a 5lb bundle of mixed evergreens, a pot filled with dirt, one stem of decorative berries, a quick demo, lots of help, and holiday inspiration.

May’s Floral Garden
Eau Claire

Holiday Crafting & Making Home & Garden

TranscenDance

A combination of moving meditation, soul-stirring music, self-expression, and sweat. Dance for around 50 min in a free-form style that makes room for every person

Family Learning Center
Menomonie

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

Meditation & Buddhism: Weekly Gathering

Join the Eau Claire Buddhist Sangha for three 30-minute segments: silent meditation, a talk on the Buddha’s teachings, and group discussion.

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Wellness

Amp Quiz Trivia @ Tomahawk Room

Enjoy this cozy hometown place that is perfect to gather friends and show off your trivial knowledge. Great drinks flow while top teams win prizes every Tuesday.

Tomahawk Room
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

Music Bingo

FREE music bingo, hosted by Becca.

5 O'Clock Club
Eau Claire

Nightlife

DJ Bingo @ Seymour Swigs

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

Seymour Swigs
Eau Claire

Nightlife

Cosmic Otter Club

Peter from Buffalo Galaxy, hosts with new musicians every week.

The Mousetrap
Eau Claire

Music

Karaoke @ Big T's

Hosted by DJ Kramer.

1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month

Big T's
Eau Claire

Nightlife

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

Itty Bitty Playgroup

Enjoy sensory play, stories, music, and child development activities for your little ones. Watch them learn and grow as they play.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

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 Storytime

Geared for 2-3 year olds and their caregivers. 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

QuickBooks Online Q&A Drop-In Session

Bring your QuickBooks Online questions to this free monthly Q&A hosted by kCole Bookkeeping & Small Business Consulting. Small-business owners can drop in for a few minutes or stay for the full hour to get straightforward answers in a relaxed, no-pressure setting.

Event Hosted Online

Education Business & Entrepreneurship