Name: Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "It's a Wonderful Life"
Start: 2026-12-13
End: 2026-12-13

Owen Park is the hammocker’s dream location. Centrally located between UW – Eau Claire’s campus and downtown Eau Claire, Owen Park is home to a classic Eau Claire music venue, bike trail and one of the many playgrounds in our area. During the summer months, dance the night away to music of the Blues while chowing down on some quality local grub. You can expect all of this and more while at Owen Park!

Owen Park

Known for their creative burgers, this no-frills standby also offers darts and other bar games.

Court'n House Bar & Grill

Are you constantly on the hunt for that perfectly creative gift idea to surprise and delight a loved one? Creating a series of adventure envelopes for a loved one turns gift-giving into a memorable journey, filled with surprises, personal touches, and excitement. This innovative approach allows you to curate experiences that are tailored to their interests, making each reveal an adventure in itself. This “business” of crafting adventure envelopes is more than a gift; it’s an experience, a journey, and a testament to the thought and care put into making a loved one feel special. It’s a reminder that the best gifts don’t always come in packages, but in envelopes filled with adventures waiting to be unveiled. Would you like to bestow the gift of an unforgettable experience near or around the Chippewa Valley (and beyond) but find yourself short on time to orchestrate the details? Leave the coordination to me. Treat yourself or someone dear to you with the invaluable gift of an experience. Whether it's for Christmas, a birthday, anniversary, or wedding, these tailored experiences are meticulously crafted based on the details you provide below. Click on google doc here to submit your 'experience' request, I'll reach out to discuss specifics and availability before finalizing your order.

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Pablo Center operates in support of a mission that is focused on augmenting and developing regional education opportunities in the performing and visual arts for people of all ages and backgrounds.

The center offers the region a facility capable of providing transformative training, learning and creative opportunities. Inside, guests, local partners and artists can experience a 1,200+ seat theatre and a flexible 396-seat theatre; three rehearsal, dance and community rooms; visual arts galleries; labs for sound and lighting, set and exhibit design, recording arts, multimedia production and costume design; and spaces equipped to support vocational training initiative.

Pablo Center at the Confluence

Pablo Center operates in support of a mission that is focused on augmenting and developing regional education opportunities in the performing and visual arts for people of all ages and backgrounds.

The center offers the region a facility capable of providing transformative training, learning and creative opportunities. Inside, guests, local partners and artists can experience a 1,200+ seat theatre and a flexible 396-seat theatre; three rehearsal, dance and community rooms & visual arts galleries.

This property has a long history and we were determined to keep that history while updating towards a more modern, welcoming look. Constructed in 1891 during the waning years of logging in Eau Claire, the David P. Graves house features a gable front and wing façade and wood frame, characteristic of Folk Victorian architecture. The house maintains its original wood siding and windows, as well as original decorative gable trim featured on the front two gables.  
  
With updated amenities guests will feel right at home. During the summer guests can enjoy a beautiful three seasons patio and short walks to local parks.

The Chatterson Historic Eau Claire Home

This property has a long history and we were determined to keep that history while updating towards a more modern, welcoming look. Constructed in 1891 during the waning years of logging in Eau Claire, the David P. Graves house features a gable front and wing façade and wood frame, characteristic of Folk Victorian architecture. The house maintains its original wood siding and windows, as well as original decorative gable trim featured on the front two gables. With updated amenities guests will feel right at home. During the summer guests can enjoy a beautiful three seasons patio and short walks to local parks. Guest access Guests have access to the second floor of the house. The downstairs is rented out separately.

The Graves Historic Eau Claire Home

Mi Mì Café is an up-and-coming food truck that will operate in Eau Claire and the greater Chippewa Valley! Starting summer of 2021, we will bring you a fantastic combination of Vietnamese iced coffee and Banh Mì sandwiches. Think of the most energizing and delicious strong coffee you've ever tasted combined with a scrumptious sandwich that will fill you up and never let you down. We'll be posting updates on our progress here. See you next summer!

Mi Mì Café

U-pick berries and flower farm with live music.

River and Roots

The Fire House is a tavern located at the corner of Graham Ave and Gibson St in downtown Eau Claire. We have 38 rotating craft taps, mixed drinks, bottled beer, wine, and more. Plus 5 HDTVs,pizza and popcorn, games, live local music, & a great atmosphere!

The Fire House

Live Great Food is a small family owned and operated Catering Company and Food Truck. Voted the best of Chippewa Valley 2023, they offer a locally driven menu using the best quality ingredients by sourcing from local farmers. Live Great Foods loves putting a smile on the Chippewa Valley's face.

Live Great Food

Tasty Trolley smokes their own pulled pork and uses their own special seasoning blend. Order it as a sandwich or try it on their famous Pulled Pork Nachos! Enjoy other delicious treats like lemonade slushies, ice cream sandwiches, and ice cream drumsticks. You can find Tasty Trolley Food Truck at the following locations this May 2023: May 5 (11am-7pm) - Pheonix Park, Eau Claire, WI May 10 (4pm-8pm) - Owen Park, Eau Claire, WI May 13 (10am-4pm) - River Prairie Art Festival, Altoona, WI May 18 (11am-2pm) - Midwest Manufacturing, Eau Claire, WI May 20 (6pm-9pm) - Owen Park, Eau Claire, WI May 30 (6pm-8:30pm) - Owen Park, Eau Claire, WI

The Tasty Trolley

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.

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By James W. Rodgers, based on the film by Frank Capra. It's a Wonderful Life is based on the story "The Greatest Gift" by Philip Van Doren Stern

In the small town of Bedford Falls, a guardian angel comes down to help save "Everyman" George Bailey from his despair as he faces financial ruin on Christmas Eve. This holiday classic reminds us how important the love and support of one's family and community is to our lives.

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