Events Calendar

All DayFriday Nov. 7

Karen Kingsbury's The Christmas Ring

At a "Christmas in July" sale while searching for her longtime missing family Christmas ring, beautiful military widow Vanessa Mayfield, meets a handsome antiques dealer Ben Miller. Ben is scouring local shops for Christmas finds and their friendship blossoms into something more. Neither of them know that Ben's father has the ring and plans to sell it. He calls it his diamond in the rough.

Micon Downtown Cinema
Eau Claire

Movies Holiday

8am-6pm Friday Nov. 7

Christmas Open House

Explore displays of new holiday decor. With 10+ trees decorated for inspiration. Their displays change fast so grab your must haves before they are gone.

May’s Floral Garden
Eau Claire

12:30-1:30pm Friday Nov. 7

Poland Mayors First impressions After a Week's Visit to the Chippewa Valley

The public will be invited to meet the Polish delegates and hear their impressions after their weeklong visit to Bloomer, Stanley, Chippewa Falls, and Eau Claire.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Community

3-7pm Friday Nov. 7

Wicked Wine Weekend

Coffee Grounds twice annual food, wine and spirits show. Over 40 wines to taste, a few spirits, food vendors to sample, and discounts on all of it.

The Coffee Grounds
Eau Claire

4-7pm Friday Nov. 7

St Olaf Men's Club Fish Fry

All you can feat fish fry. Two types of battered fish, plus baked fish, French fries or baked potato, vegetables, cole slaw, salad bar & beverage. Carry-out available.

Father Agnew Parish Center
Eau Claire

4-8pm Friday Nov. 7

First Fridays Open Studios at Banbury Place

Shop open studios, watch artists at work, find treats, and explore the treasures around every corner.

Banbury Place, Building 13
Eau Claire

Nightlife Games & Hobbies

5pm Friday Nov. 7

Confluence of Art Annual Award Ceremony

Each year, more than 50 pieces representing a wide range of media, techniques, and creative voices are juried into this hallmark exhibition

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Visual Art

6-8pm Friday Nov. 7

Adult Game Night

Hosted by the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, this ever-popular night of audacious adult-content party games returns to The Brewing Projekt.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

6-9pm Friday Nov. 7

LIVE MUSIC: Simon Cropp

Simon Cropp is a flatpick guitarist and country and bluegrass songwriter. His performance style is equal parts dive bar bravado and fireside introspection.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

6pm Friday Nov. 7

Yin Yoga + Soundbath Evening

Nurture your ritual and gather for an immersive evening of yin yoga and sound healing.

Habitual Yoga Space
Eau Claire

Wellness

6:30-8:30pm Friday Nov. 7

Candy Bar Bingo

Play bingo and win a candy bar. Online pre-registration required. Each family member will be required to bring a full size candy bar the night of bingo.

The Fish House
Altoona

Kids

7-10pm Friday Nov. 7

Live Music: Remastered

Remaster is Travis Nicolai, Mike Schlenker, Tommy Bentz, and Denny Menter playing great rock & blues.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

7pm Friday Nov. 7

Swan Lake

This full-scale production features breathtaking choreography, over 200 stunning set pieces, and a world-class cast bringing this legendary love story to life.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Performance Art

7pm Friday Nov. 7

Humbird: Musician in Residence

"Backyard Fairytales", is an ad hoc series that combines the performance of ancient folklore with colorful soundscapes and improvised melodies.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7pm Friday Nov. 7

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Clay Horwitz Live [3 Shows]

Clay is the star & writer of the show Clay's Feast on Amazon Prime Video, and has been featured on major comedy platforms such as Chocolate Sundaes, 800 Pound Gorilla, & Roast Battle.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

7pm Friday Nov. 7

Vince Moreno

Country star Vince Moreno comes straight from Nashville, and he'll be joined by Jack Willems and the Bandits.

The Brickhouse
Eau Claire

7:30-9pm Friday Nov. 7

UW-Stout Performing Arts Presents "The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] {Again}"

One of the world's most frequently produced plays, this comedic romp features all 37 of Shakespeare's plays, performed in only 97 minutes! For lovers of The Bard and not alike.

Harvey Hall Theatre
Menomonie

Performance Art

7:30-9:30pm Friday Nov. 7

Rock and Soul featuring Amanda Grace

A exquisite evening of original compositions along with several thoughtfully selected rock and pop covers by Alicia Keys, Pink, Brandi Carlile, Taylor Swift and more.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

7:30-10:30pm Friday Nov. 7

Music Eddie Beavers

With deep roots in classic country, southern rock, blues, and soul, his music is raw, real, and soulful.

The Red Mixer
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Nov. 7

UWEC Faculty Recital Series: Under the Influence (of Others)

Join UW-Eau Claire faculty for an evening of chamber music where composers have drawn inspiration from others.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Nov. 7

CVTG: "Crimes of the Heart"

With equal parts heartache and hilarity, this Pulitzer Prize winning play celebrates the importance of being true to yourself and the love and support that can only come from your family.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

Performance Art

7:30pm Friday Nov. 7

ECCT: "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown"

Experience life through the musical eyes of Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang. Based on the beloved comic strip, first published 75 years ago in October 1950.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

Performance Art Kids

7:30pm Friday Nov. 7

Mamma Mania! - NYC's Premier ABBA Tribute

Prepare to be transported back to the vibrant 1970s as New York City’s premier ABBA tribute band, Mamma Mania! brings the classic hits of one of pop music's most iconic groups to life.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

8-11pm Friday Nov. 7

Live Music: Corey Rae White

With 30 years of professional experience, Corey Rae White is sure to rock the saloon. He'll bring a vibrant mix of classic country, soft rock, blues, funk folk and rock to this performance.

Cowboy Jack's Altoona
Altoona

9pm Friday Nov. 7

The Hot Mess Express: A Rolling Drag Show & Tavern Trolley Tour

Drag stars Taylor Ashton and Felicia Ashton will host this high energy romp through three Eau Claire bars while enjoying singalongs, laughs, gorgeous costumes, and more.

The Local Store
Eau Claire

Nightlife

All DaySaturday Nov. 8

8th Annual Chippewa Valley Brewery Battle

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

All DaySaturday Nov. 8

Karen Kingsbury's The Christmas Ring

Micon Downtown Cinema
Eau Claire

Movies Holiday

8am-6pm Saturday Nov. 8

Christmas Open House

Explore displays of new holiday decor. With 10+ trees decorated for inspiration. Their displays change fast so grab your must haves before they are gone.

May’s Floral Garden
Eau Claire

9am-noon Saturday Nov. 8

Wild About Reading - Family Reading Event

A jungle-themed family literacy adventure. Enjoy exciting stories, interactive activities, and lots of fun that will have your little explorers roaring with excitement.

Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire

Kids

9am-noon Saturday Nov. 8

Grace Lutheran Church Bazaar

Fall arts craft sale with old and new treasures.

Grace Lutheran Church
Eau Claire

9am-1pm Saturday Nov. 8

Mini Harvest Market

Baked goods, candy, jams, jellies, dry bean soup mix, our famous sweet onion salad dressing and chicken almond hot dish (sold frozen).

Lake Street United Methodist Church
Eau Claire

Farmers Markets

9am-1pm Saturday Nov. 8

Hiker Coffee - Grand Welcoming at ECDC

ECDC is partnering with Hiker Coffee to bring you the best coffee in the Chippewa Valley. To celebrate, this event will featured flavored pour-overs, apps, prizes, merch, and more.

ECDC - Eau Claire Downtown Coffee
Eau Claire

9am-2pm Saturday Nov. 8

Flynn Fall Market

This annual beloved craft market offers a wide variety of merchandise from 50+ local crafters and vendors. Food trucks on site. Prize drawings.

Flynn Elementary School
Eau Claire

9am-3pm Saturday Nov. 8

Christmas is the Northwoods

70+ local vendors showcasing home decor, art, crafts, candles, apothecary, jewelry, holiday decor, and more! Food and drink, coffee bar, snacks and bake sale.

Northwoods Elementary School
Eau Claire

9am-3pm Saturday Nov. 8

8th Annual Eau Claire Global Market

Fair trade handcrafted products and food items from around the world, promoting sustainable livelihoods and community development. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase.

First Congregational UCC
Eau Claire

10-11:30am Saturday Nov. 8

The Written Page Writer's Group

Turn your blank page into The Written Page with encouragement and, when needed, constructive criticism from other local writers.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

Words

10am-noon Saturday Nov. 8

Uwemi Wellness Fertility & Cycle Tracking Class

In this class, talk all things female fertility and cycles to help get better in tune with this critical body process.

Wellness

10am-12:30pm Saturday Nov. 8

Life Writing Instructors: Patti See and Bruce Taylor

Offering guidance and practice in "life writing" across genres like autobiographies, blogs, memoirs, and more

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Words

10am-2pm Saturday Nov. 8

Waldemar Ager Open House

Discover the legacy of journalist, business man, novelist Norwegian immigrant Waldemar Ager and browse a library of 1,600+ volumes of Scandinavian literature.

Ager House
Eau Claire

Museums & History

10am-2pm Saturday Nov. 8

Fiber Arts Group

Great for a spinner, knitter/crocheter, weaver, dyer, or someone new to the fiber arts/textile crafts who is looking for a social group.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

10am-3pm Saturday Nov. 8

Terrarium 101 Workshop

Book a time online to work with one of the greenhouse pros. Instruction is free, fee covers supplies. BYO glass container or purchase one there.

Down To Earth Garden Center
Eau Claire

10am-3pm Saturday Nov. 8

Moss Pole Workshop

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to build a sturdy moss pole, the perfect support for monsteras, pothos, philodendrons, and other vining favorites.

Green Oasis Garden Center
Chippewa Falls

Home & Garden

10am-3pm Saturday Nov. 8

Sixth Annual Fall Vendor Extravaganza

A celebration of creativity, connection, and cozy vibes. Shop handmade goods and meet local artisans & small businesses.

Metropolis Resort
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making Outdoors

10am-3pm Saturday Nov. 8

Beginning Birchbark Basketry

Start at a campfire ring with a brief icebreaker, learn techniques and a little history. Then go for a foraging hike, collect bark, bulrushes and roots, and wash bark. Enjoy lunch, then start making baskets using harvested materials.

Camp Nawakwa
Cornell

10am-5pm Saturday Nov. 8

Projects on the Porch (P.O.P)

Drop-in glass fusing activity most Saturdays and Sundays in the fall. See website for exact dates, times, and available projects.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

10am-6pm Saturday Nov. 8

Holiday Glass and Gifts

Handblown glass snowpeople, trees, and candy canes displayed outside the farm store and glass ornaments strung in the orchard. Locally handcrafted items inside for gifting.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire