Eau Claire Summer Tubing Baseball Music Festivals

BRING ON THE FRESHMAN FIFTEEN. There’s some darn good food here and someone’s gotta eat it. Whether you’re looking for fancy or cheap, Eau Claire’s got exactly what you want to chow down on.

Cheap Eats

Late Night

Coffee Shops

YOU LOOK LIKE YOU NEED A BREAK FROM STUDYING. Or at least a new soundtrack to get you through the night. Check here for info on what bands to listen to, where to see movies, and where to find inspiration.

Local Music

Visual Arts

Stage & Screen

THERE’S NOTHING LIKE THE GREAT OUTDOORS. And Eau Claire’s out- doors are really great. Whether you just want a place to sit out and tan or you’re looking for your next centennial trail ride, check out the ammenities here.

Eau Claire Parks

Kubb

Cycling & Culture

Winter Fun

Summer Fun

EAU CLAIRE IS PRETTY RICH ON THE HISTORY FRONT. From Native Americans to loggers to baseball, this community has a lot behind it. This context will help you enjoy your time here even more.

Notable Locals

Local Politics

By The Numbers

Eau Claire 101

EAU CLAIRE HAS A LOT TO OFFER, BUT FIRST YOU HAVE TO GET OUT THERE. Luckily, we’re also pretty good at that. Whether you have a car, a bike, or just your own two feet, check here for the scoop on getting around.

Transportation

Bus Routes

Neighborhoods

WE KNOW YOU’RE NOT A MONEYBAGS OVER THERE. College students are notoriously strapped for cash as they juggle school and jobs, but start here to find the best places to get the essentials – or to treat yourself.

Food & Music

Hotels

Vintage, Thrift & Games

Yoga & Gyms

SOME STUDENTS BAIL IN THE SUMMER, heading home around the state and region. Those students must not know what they’re missing out on.

Rockfest, Country Fest, and Country Jam

MUSIC. AND LOTS MORE MUSIC

Between weekly outdoor music series like Tuesday Night Blues, Rock’n On The River on Wednesdays, Volume One’s Sounds Like Summer Series on Thursdays, and major festivals like Blue Ox, Country Jam, Rock Fest, and Country Fest, there are plenty of tunes to be heard in an Eau Claire summer.

EAU CLAIRE EXPRESS BASEBALL

The Eau Claire Express play all summer right in Carson Park, featuring advanced college ball players from around the country – including some future pros. Games are dirt cheap and tons of fun.

TUBING DOWN THE RIVER

THE EAU CLAIRE SUMMER CAN BE A HOT ONE and there’s no better way to cool off than to hit the cool river on an inflatable inner tube. The lackadaisical jaunt from Phoenix Park to Putnam Rock takes at most a couple hours, perfect time to get some tan and catch up with friends.

TUBING TIPS

1) BUY TUBES EARLY

Many places around campus sell out or drive up the price closer to good weather.

2) WEAR SOME KIND OF SHOES

Whether they’re old sneakers, wet socks, or something else. The bottom of the river can be sharp with rocks and debris.

3) AVOID HIGH WATER

After the snow melts the river usually floods a bit, so beware of river condi- tions and check the City of Eau Claire’s Facebook page or website for warnings.

4) DON’T BE STUPID

Yes, you absolutely can get an under-age (drinking ticket) on the river. Yes, the rivers can be dangerous if you’re not paying attention. And no, you shouldn’t just litter.

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