Name: Kessler Park
Address: 105 Walnut St., Eau Claire, WI, 54701

1.9 acres, basketball hoops, play equipment, recreational field, shelter, and baseball/softball field.

Kessler Park

Located in western Wisconsin, Eau Claire offers sports planners a destination that's easy to reach, easy to navigate, and ready to host. Just 90 minutes from the Minneapolis–St. Paul area and within driving distance of Chicago, Eau Claire is well positioned to welcome teams, athletes, and fans from across the Midwest.

A versatile mix of indoor and outdoor venues supports events across a wide range of sports and competition levels, with tournament-ready fields, courts, ice facilities, pools, trails, and large-scale indoor spaces. Hotels, restaurants, venues, and visitor amenities are conveniently located throughout the community, making it easy for teams to get where they need to be throughout the event.

Visit Eau Claire's sports team works alongside event organizers to help bring the details together, connecting planners with venues, accommodations, local resources, and destination support.

And there's plenty waiting beyond the competition. Eau Claire's walkable downtown, local restaurants and breweries, miles of trails, public art, live music, family attractions, and the Chippewa River give athletes and their families more to experience between games and after the final whistle.

Eau Claire has the facilities to host the event and the destination experience to make the trip worth it.**** Bring the competition, bring the crowd, and come as you are — Eau Claire is ready to host.

Visit Eau Claire

Cannery Park is one of Eau Claire’s newest and most imaginative places to play. Located near downtown along the Chippewa River State Trail, the park features a colorful, history-inspired playground designed for children with a range of ages and abilities, along with plenty of space to climb, slide, swing, roll and explore.

### Park activities and amenities include:

- Multi-level playground with climbing features, slides, swings and spinners
- Accessible playground routes and poured-in-place rubber surfacing
- Paved loop for bikes, scooters, skateboards and roller skates
- Basketball hoop and open green space
- Shelter with picnic seating and public restrooms
- Small play hill
- Direct access to the paved Chippewa River State Trail
- Views of the Chippewa River

With inclusive play features, trail access and activities that extend beyond the playground, Cannery Park is an exciting stop for families exploring Eau Claire.

Cannery Park

We have been your Chippewa Valley neighborhood gym since 2014. A place where anyone and everyone can come together to unplug from daily life and its stresses, find a community of belonging, and be driven by hard work, positivity, and results! Voted as BEST gym and BEST personal trainer in the Chippewa Valley, 5th Row Lifting is here to help you on your fitness journey. Our gym offers group fitness classes, personal & couples training, 24/7 gym access, and a basic membership for members looking to train independently. Our workouts have been crafted to be equal parts challenging, effective, and fun. 5th Row’s group classes combine weightlifting exercises and cardio to maximize the impact of our 50-minute workouts. Our welcoming environment is all about helping you reach your full potential. Whether you are new to exercise or are searching for a new challenge, you will find it at 5th Row.

5th Row Lifting Company

A small neighborhood bar, that was packed with people enjoying the big Bloody Mary's. Delicious and topped with a ton of fun.

Big T's Saloon

Proudly located on Eau Claire’s Near West Side, 3rd & Vine is the area’s newest spot for craft beer and cheese! Focusing primarily on local and regional craft beers and cheese, 3rd & Vine has paired what Wisconsin’s always done best- Beer & Cheese- in a fresh and exciting way! Part taproom/part retail shop, 3rd & Vine offers exciting options for both on-site and off-site consumption!

3rd & Vine

Chick-A-Dee's is an American, family-style restaurant that serves breakfast and brunch. Check out their daily specials and the best homemade hashbrowns in town.

Chick-A-Dee's Restaurant

Southern BBQ in the midwest served from our food truck in various locations in Wisconsin.

Rollin' Smoke BBQ

Since 1989, The Eau Claire Children’s Theatre has been providing quality theatrical and education experiences for western Wisconsin residents of all ages. ECCT is a non-profit, volunteer-driven community theatre with a focus on theatre for and by children, but also seeks to serve the adults of the Chippewa Valley. ECCT aims to provide opportunities for both young people and adults to be on stage and in the audience! Contact ECCT for information about performing and volunteer opportunities, theatre classes, renting our multi-purpose theatre, The Oxford, or for ticketing and show information!

Eau Claire Children's Theatre

The Brewing Projekt's TapRoom is a gathering place for friends, families, and strangers who are on the hunt for fresh, interesting, and innovative beers. Regularly you'll find "pilot" beers or "projekt" beers they're working on to refine for full production or just some goofy idea we decided to give a shot. The official motto is "Work worth doing, beer worth brewing" and the unofficial motto is... Well, it isn't exactly family friendly. That said, the TapRoom IS family- and dog-friendly, as long as they're both well behaved. Sit at the bar or chill on the rooftop patio. Try a beer from our 20 line tap tower and play a game of kubb from our kubb pitch.

The Brewing Projekt

This historic 3 Bedroom 1 1/2 Bath home built in 1929 is perfect for families, traveling nurses, and remote workers! Nestled in a safe and chill neighborhood between UWEC, Water Street, and Downtown you can walk, bike, or skate to the many wonderful restaurants, parks, music venues, and bars in the area. This historic home's garage has been converted into a tropical themed backyard bar with rope swing chairs and margarita décor making it the perfect getaway during warmer Spring, Summer, and Fall months. When it's too cold out, you can enjoy the radiant heat and comfortable leather furniture in the game room. Complete with a 55" smart TV able to stream any of your services. Enjoy off-street parking in the driveway for 3 cars and a parking pad in the rear of the house for an additional 2 vehicles. This charming home comes stocked with an office, game room, garage bar, and full kitchen ideal for life at a slow pace.

The Hobnobber Home

Forest Street Park is 16.8 acre waterfront park with garden plots, a picnic area, and a recreational field area. It also offers a canoe and kayak landing into the Chippewa River.

Forest Street Park

The Waiting Room is Eau Claire's newest bar to grab a drink with your friends. This cozy 300-square-foot space includes a restroom, a bar, and room for a great time. Come check out over a dozen beer options in the Waiting Room. Hours of operation: Monday - Friday 8 am-8 pm

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