Live Music: Transistor Radio

Transistor Radio was born at The Stone's Throw in Eau Claire Wisconsin. It was the brainchild of lead guitar player Chris Connell to bring back the sounds of the 70s played on the Transistor Radio.

Pioneer Grill & Saloon E5699 Cty. Hwy. D, Menomonie

Classic Country Sunday Jam

All pickers and singers are invited to perform with or without the hosts, the Chippewa River Band. Back line is provided - please bring your axe. Food and beverage is also available.

Dean & Sue’s Bar & Grill 2002 Midway Rd., Menomonie

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Mousetrap Open Mic

Downtown Eau Claire's Sunday night entertainment hosted by Peter Diedrick. Drums and amps available. Start at 10pm or after the Packer game. Check Facebook for more information.

The Mousetrap 311 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Dunn Dulcimers

All ages, all skill levels, and all string instruments welcome.

Christ Lutheran Church 1306 Wilcox St., Menomonie

U.K.E. - Ukulele Klub of Eau Claire

All levels and ages of ukulele players (and listeners & singers) are welcome. Social hour begins at 6 pm, music starts at 7 pm. If you wish to lead a song, please bring at least 20 copies of the music to share.

Galloway Grille 409 Galloway St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Tuesday Night Blues: Joyann Parker Band

Joyann Parker is a must-see addition to the Indie Blues music scene and brings a full range of talent to her performances as an accomplished singer, pianist and songwriter. She has performed for thousands at major venues and festivals across the county and represented Minnesota at the 2015 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee.

Owen Park Bandshell 1st Avenue, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Tuesday Night Blues Concerts

The Chippewa Valley Blues Society hosts Tuesday evening concerts in Owen Park during the summer months. Features local favorites and a few from further flung locations. There'll be food vendors, great music, and an after party downtown at The Plus until 11pm. August 1st concert will be at Phoenix Park, not Owen Park.

Owen Park 1st Ave. and Water St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Eau Claire Guitar Club

Looking to improve your playing? Want to learn more about chords, strumming, improvising, and musical styles? Join instructor Tim Litscher (Evergreen Grass Band) for the Eau Claire Guitar Club. Bring your favorite songs to share (rock, country, folk, etc.) and learn new songs from others, too.

Eau Claire Music School 1620 Ohm Avenue, Eau Claire

Cost: $5

Age: 12+

Summer Open Mic Series

Free to attend and all ages. The Venue (back room of The Plus) is proud to host a weekly early evening open mic. Come see and meet performers in the Chippewa Valley Sign up for performers begins at 7pm. Show starts at 730pm

The Venue 209 Graham Avenue, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

After Hours Blues Jam

Tuesday night is Blues Nights in the Chippewa Valley. Every Tuesday, a different host musician will entertain you, followed by an open jam. Come enjoy the fun or bring your instrument and join in.

The Plus 208 S. Barstow St, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Live Music at Cowboy Jack's: Open Mic

Preselected amateur and professional performs try out new material and plug upcoming shows. Variety of music genres: Jazz, Bluegrass, R&B, Country and Folk. Every Tuesday night at Cowboy Jack's.

Cowboy Jack's 1432 Front Porch Place, Altoona

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Rock'N On the River Summer Concert Series

Every Wednesday night at the River Prairie park in Altoona you can enjoy live music. Shows start at 6:30pm and food trucks will be onsite.

River Prairie Park 1419 Front Porch Place, Altoona

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Live Big Band Jazz on The Patio

The Plus proudly hosts live jazz every Wednesday, all summer long. Come relax and enjoy our outdoor patio with some of the most talented musicians in the Chippewa Valley.

The Plus 208 S. Barstow St, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Jazz Session

A night of jazz and improvised music with host, Josh Gallagher. New guests each week, drawing from the large talent pool of the Chippewa Valley. Jazzers are welcome to bring their horn and sit in on a tune or two.

Acoustic Cafe 505 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Sounds Like Summer Concert Series: AcoustiHoo + James Ignacio + Company Express

James Ignacio moves effortlessly from blues to soul to a more traditional singer/songwriter sound. Company Express use rich vocal harmonies over acoustic instrumentation. Bluesy, jazz-esque, or simply musical come the tones of AcoustiHoo, weaving a tapestry of multiple textures, colors, and images to leave the audience with an incomparable experience of musicality.

Phoenix Park 330 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Sounds like Summer Concert Series

The Sounds Like Summer Concert Series is Volume One's Thursday night gig in downtown Eau Claire's Phoenix Park. Local bands play to crowds each night on the banks of the Chippewa River in June, July, and August. Enjoy a pre-show set from area singer/songwriters at 6pm. Multiple food vendors will have food for sale. Pets are allowed at the concert.

Phoenix Park 330 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Manifest Open Mic at the Stones Throw

Sign-up at 7pm. Host band at 7:30pm. Each band/performer will get 20 minutes or 5 songs (whichever comes first) which includes setup time. Host band Jam at 10:30pm. PA provided (tips appreciated). BYO equipment.

Stones Throw 304 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE - tips appreciated

Age: 21+

Vinyl Nights: DJ JTron

Spinning classics to currents and everything in between. Some you may have heard, others you haven't. Either way you're bound to have a good time. He'll be set up outside on the patio (weather pending).

The Lakely 516 Galloway Street, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

James Ignacio at Together Farms Burger Night

James Ignacio has been playing in the Chippewa Valley for the last 20 years. Has played with The Sidekicks and the Electric Range. At burger nights, burgers are made right on the farm using their 100% grass-fed beef. BYO chairs, tables, and blankets.

Together Farms W93 Norden Rd, Mondovi

Cost: FREE to attend; Burgers are $11-13

Age: All Ages

Ginstrings Live

With 33 interchangeable strings and vibrant vocal harmonies, Ginstrings is an acoustic progressive string band driven by an indescribable passion for music. Winners of the 2016 NW String Summit Band Competition.

The Potter's Shed 260 Industrial Blvd, Shell Lake

Cost: $5, kids under 14 FREE

Age: All Ages

Live Music: Eauxpera

The ensemble will present scenes and arias from operatic favorites such as Puccini's La Bohème and Mozart's Le nozze di Figaro to Broadway favorites Chicago and The Light in the Piazza among others. Don't know Italian? No worries - English translations will be provided.

Acoustic Cafe 505 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Tunes at the Tasting Lounge

Every Friday you can enjoy locally produced wines and spirits while listening to an array of local musicians. Check out Infinity Beverages' Facebook page or website before swinging down for updates and musician details.

Infinity Beverages Winery & Distillery 3460 Mall Drive, Eau Claire

Age: 21+

Live Music: Victoria Shoemaker and Peter Phippen

Victoria Shoemaker is a musician who performs free form improvisation flute music on contemporary wooden and bamboo flutes with 2010 Grammy Nominated Peter Phippen on antique and contemporary bamboo and wooden flutes.

Ivory Piano Bar 2526 Golf Road, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Ben Shaw CD Release Show

The Eau Claire release of Ben Shaw's new album, Bonita, will happen at The Stones Throw. According to Shaw, Local legend Caleb Bue is flying in from Seattle to open.

Stones Throw 304 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire

Cost: $8 advance $10 door

Age: 21+

Late Night Jazz: Jeremy Boettcher Trio

Jeremy Boettcher has performed music throughout the world. He has toured extensively in S. Carey, traveling throughout the US, Canada, and Europe. Recently, Jeremy finished a residency for Jazz at Lincoln Center in Doha, Qatar.

The Lakely 516 Galloway Street, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Weekend Brunch With Musical Guest Mari Carlson

Mari Carlson is a violin teacher and performer originally from D.C. and now Minneapolis. She teaches at Offbeats studio, plays with the EC Chamber Orchestra and CV Symphony, and with the BaredFeet Dance company. She plays for folk dances in the Twin Cities and Washington D.C. areas.

The Lakely 516 Galloway Street, Eau Claire

Cost: Food priced a la carte

Saturday Morning Hullabaloo: The Bazillions

These open air, interactive concerts will begin with an hour of music and games before a very special featured children's performers take over the park. With years of indie-pop gigs under their belts, The Bazillions bring their music to the kindie rock stage with a well-honed live sound.

Phoenix Park 330 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Saturday Morning Hullabaloo: Kids Concert Series

Hosted by acclaimed, kid-focused jazz player Tim Sullivan, these open air, interactive concerts will begin with an hour of music and games before a very special featured children's performers take over the park. Families are welcome to come and go as they enjoy the music, Farmers Market, and the Artist Market.

Phoenix Park 330 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Live Music: Tim Fast

Live music on the patio with Tim Fast. Americana Folk. National touring, fingerstyle guitar picking, harmonica bending, award-winning singer-songwriter, and performer. Wine, cheese and snacks available for purchase, so come, relax and enjoy.

Autumn Harvest Winery 19947 Cty Hwy J, Chippewa Falls

Cost: FREE

Live Music: Randy Adams

Randy Adams is a singer and guitarist playing both originals and covers. Music, art, food, wine, coffee, and desserts.

Ivory Piano Bar 2526 Golf Road, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Live Music: Misadventures

Misadventures is back at the Plus along with friends from Brainwash, and Designed After Nothing along with locals Dissonant Mind.

The Venue 209 Graham Avenue, Eau Claire

Cost: $5 cover, $3 with student Id

Age: All Ages

Songa Performance

A performance from local acoustic duo, Songa. They play original Americana music in the styles of blues, country, folk and bluegrass.

The Volume One Gallery Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Pert Near Sandstone Live

Take old time music off the back porch, throw out the hillbilly reputation, and put it in the hands of a group of guys that like to work hard and play even harder. Pert Near Sandstone rejuvenates American string band music with raw energy;…

The Potter's Shed 260 Industrial Blvd, Shell Lake

Cost: $15, kids under 14 free

Age: All Ages

Live Music: Eggplant Heroes

An Americana collaboration among Duffy Duyfhuizen, Max Garland, Joel Pace, Olaf Lind, Caleb Horne, Dan Zerr, and Lucas Fischer. Mixing original tunes with covers they like to play, EPH tries to bring a rich and eclectic musical experience.

Acoustic Cafe 505 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Tonks and The Aurors - Wizard Rock

A wizard rock band (music about Harry Potter) created and fronted by Steph Anderson. Since 2007, they have traveled the North America and Europe playing in libraries, bookstores, and nerd conferences and has released four full-length albums and an EP.

The Plus 208 S. Barstow St, Eau Claire

Cost: $10

Age: All Ages

Live Music: Sean Jordan

An amazing singer/songwriter influenced by Stevie Ray, Clapton, John Mayer and Jimi Hendrix. Expect a mix of pop, blues and folk. He's currently a Boston Berklee College of Music attendee it’s a rare opportunity to see this incredibly talented artist.

Sheeley House Saloon 236 West River St., Chippewa Falls

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Late Night Jazz: Tim Sullivan Group

Tim’s musical journey has taken him around the world. Living in Chicago, New Orleans, and New York City, he has been fortunate to work with a wide array of artists, ranging from Aretha Franklin to funk legend Fred Wesley to nearly a dozen NEA Jazz Masters.

The Lakely 516 Galloway Street, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Weekend Brunch With Musical Guest Tim Sullivan

Tim’s musical journey has taken him around the world. Living in Chicago, New Orleans, and New York City, he has been fortunate to work with a wide array of artists, ranging from Aretha Franklin to funk legend Fred Wesley to nearly a dozen NEA Jazz Masters.

The Lakely 516 Galloway Street, Eau Claire

Cost: Consult menu for food prices

Age: All Ages

Live Music: Larry Past

A singer songwriter performing melodic, vocal oriented folk/rock/Americana music featuring select covers and originals from The Calling CD and his LP3 EP. Covers classic artists like The Beatles, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones and Paul Simon, as well as by more modern acts.

Jeremiah's Bullfrog Fish Farm N1409 566th St, Menomonie

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Clear Water Chamber Players Concert

CWCP is a non-profit performing arts organization founded in 2014 and performs a summer concert series in and around the Chippewa Valley. Featuring works from Mozart to contemporary Tangos and everything in between.

First Presbyterian Church 2112 Rudolph Rd., Eau Claire

Cost: Suggested Donation $10 Adults, $5 Students

Mousetrap Open Mic

Downtown Eau Claire's Sunday night entertainment hosted by Peter Diedrick. Drums and amps available. Start at 10pm or after the Packer game. Check Facebook for more information.

The Mousetrap 311 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

Dunn Dulcimers

All ages, all skill levels, and all string instruments welcome.

Christ Lutheran Church 1306 Wilcox St., Menomonie

Tuesday Night Blues: Charlie Parr

Fans who have been following Charlie Parr through his previous 13 full-length albums and decades of nonstop touring already know that the Duluth-based songwriter has a way of carving a path straight to the gut.

Owen Park Bandshell 1st Avenue, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Tuesday Night Blues Concerts

The Chippewa Valley Blues Society hosts Tuesday evening concerts in Owen Park during the summer months. Features local favorites and a few from further flung locations. There'll be food vendors, great music, and an after party downtown at The Plus until 11pm. August 1st concert will be at Phoenix Park, not Owen Park.

Owen Park 1st Ave. and Water St., Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

Eau Claire Guitar Club

Looking to improve your playing? Want to learn more about chords, strumming, improvising, and musical styles? Join instructor Tim Litscher (Evergreen Grass Band) for the Eau Claire Guitar Club. Bring your favorite songs to share (rock, country, folk, etc.) and learn new songs from others, too.

Eau Claire Music School 1620 Ohm Avenue, Eau Claire

Cost: $5

Age: 12+

Summer Open Mic Series

Free to attend and all ages. The Venue (back room of The Plus) is proud to host a weekly early evening open mic. Come see and meet performers in the Chippewa Valley Sign up for performers begins at 7pm. Show starts at 730pm

The Venue 209 Graham Avenue, Eau Claire

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages