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Featured Events

Every Thursday until Oct. 1, 4-9pm; Every Friday until Oct. 2, 4-9pm; Every Saturday until Oct. 3, 3-9pm; Every Sunday until Oct. 4, noon-7pm

Burger Night on the Farm

Together Farms
Mondovi

Food & Drink

Sun. Aug. 23 1-6pm (click for all dates)

Heartbreakers 3rd Annual End of Summer Vendor Fair

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Open Houses & Shopping

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

All DayWednesday Aug. 26

Introducing the School of Heritage Arts

Sponsored by the Valley Art Association, the SHA’s goal is to teach once commonly practiced arts, including embroidery (floss, crewel, hardanger), hand quilt piecing, cross stitch, and many other arts.

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Visual Art

All DayWednesday Aug. 26

Works by June Haigh-Boley

An Eau Claire artist working primarily in watercolor and acrylics. The paintings in this exhibit focus on realistic habitats and florals.

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

Visual Art

7:30am-1pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market

Eau Claire's biggest producers-only farmers market is held along the Chippewa River in scenic Downtown Eau Claire under an open-air pavilion. Live entertainment and an Artist's Market on Saturdays.

Phoenix Park
Eau Claire

Farmers Markets

9am-5pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Juried End-of-the-Year Student Art Exhibition

This juried exhibit showcases exceptional student work from across the School of Art & Design. Featuring both foundational and advanced pieces, it includes drawings, paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and comix. The End-of-Year Student Art Exhibition highlights the depth of exploration at UW–Stout, revealing how students engage with ideas, materials, and emerging forms.

Furlong Gallery
Menomonie

Visual Art

9am-5pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Overcrowded & Discombobulated

The Bud and Betty Micheels Student Artist-in-Residence program supports students of all majors in exploring art and technology. Established in 1987, it provides funding, materials, and workspace, culminating in a Furlong Gallery exhibition featuring Ainsley Violet and Eli Koltanowski, and serving as a lasting artistic resource for UW–Stout and its community.

Furlong South Gallery
Menomonie

Visual Art

9:30-10:30am Wednesday Aug. 26

Baby Playgroup - FRC Eau Claire

Bond with your baby, meet other parents, share the delights and challenges of your raising baby, and get support. This program is designed for infants from newborn to 9 months old. Childcare is available for older siblings.

Family Resource Center Inc.
Eau Claire

Kids

10am-4pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Menomonie Farmers Market

Local growers, makers, and artists that bring seasonal goods and handcrafted products. Live music, demos, kids activities and more.

Wilson Park
Menomonie

Food & Drink Farmers Markets

2-5pm Wednesday Aug. 26

One-on-One Tech Help

Altoona Public Library's Technology Librarian can help teach you how to use your smartphone, laptop, or tablet. Schedule a 45 minute session online.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Technology

6-7pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Rise Together

A free, weekly support group created to help build community, gain emotional resilience, and foster healing through connection.

Eau Claire YMCA
Eau Claire

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6-7pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Chess & Beer Club

Enjoy some great beer and a few great games of chess. All skill levels are welcome.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Games & Hobbies

6-7:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Book Club hosted by Kaleidoscope Soul

Come for the stories, stay for the community, and maybe have some tacos. Discuss "In The Dream House" by Carmen Maria Machado

Tacos Juanita Mexican Restaurant
Altoona

Words

6-8pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Premium 1/2 Price Whiskey Pour Event

Enjoy premium whiskey pours for half the price. A special lineup of whiskeys, including Angel's Envy Triple Oak, Blantons 93, Jack Daniels Sinatra, Jefferson Ocean at Sea, Woodford 120, Starlight Cigar Batch, and more.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

6-8pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Eau Claire Affordability Town Hall: Where Is Rep. Derrick Van Orden?

Join Opportunity Wisconsin and local leaders for a community town hall about rising costs and how policies supported by Derrick Van Orden and Republicans in Congress are hurting across the Chippewa Valley. Dinner and refreshments will be provided.

Menomonie Market Food Co-Op (Eau Claire)
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6:30-7:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Yin Yoga & Meditation

This practice targets the connective tissues reducing inflammation & promoting relaxation.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

6:30-7:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Lost Treasures of Wisconsin

Join authors Tom and Kristi Manus for an engaging talk about their latest travel guide.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

Words Travel

6:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Weekly Cribbage Tourney

A weekly Cribbage Tourney. Enjoy local craft beer, say the number 15 a lot out loud, win prizes.

Modicum Brewing Co.
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

6:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Ski Sprites Water Ski Show

The award-winning Ski Sprites Water Ski Show Team entertains visitors with their annual season of exciting water ski shows.

Lake Altoona Park
Altoona

Spectator Sports

6:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Rock'n on the Riverfront

Enjoy live music, food trucks, and good times at the Prevea Amphitheater in River Prairie Park.

River Prairie Park
Altoona

Music

7-8:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

DJ Trivia at Dick's On 12

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

Dick's on 12
Fall Creek

Nightlife

7-9pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Bingo @ Heartbreakers

Free to play Bingo. It is 11 rounds. The 11th round you play for a progressive cash pot. Must be 18 to play no exceptions. All prizes provided are adult centered. Food and drink specials.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

7-9pm Wednesday Aug. 26

DJ Trivia @ On the Rocks

Play in a group / Team or by yourself and check your Trivia skills. Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place each week.

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

7-9pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Dungeons & Death

Stand-up comedy and a comedic game of Dungeons & Dragons hosted by Dungeon Master Brad Halter and friends.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7-10pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Open Mic Night with Philville Records

Singers, songwriters, instrumentals, poetry, spoken word, comedy, and more with both established and emerging artists.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Nightlife

7-10pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Live Music: The Cathy Reitz Trio

The Cathy Reitz Trio has been performing together for over 20 years. Their entertaining song list covers over 100 years of great music, the Roaring 20’s to the 2020’s.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music

8pm Wednesday Aug. 26

UWEC Summer Cinema Nights

Summer Cinema includes a weekly movie, free themed snacks, yard games, and more. Please watch social media @uwecinvolvement for current updates and schedule.

UWEC Campus Mall

Movies Kids