Name: Samhain at Beaver Creek - A Gathering & Witches’ Ball
Start: 2026-10-24
End: 2026-10-24

Shady Lane Stable is a modern horse boarding facility located within minutes of Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and Fall Creek, WI. Conveniently located just off Hwy. 12, we are an easy commute for area horse lovers looking for a smaller, quiet and beautiful setting to board their horses. We uniquely offer self-care/coop boarding - we provide the facility and you provide the care the way you want it!

Shady Lane Stable

Dixon’s Autumn Harvest Winery is located in the beautiful rolling hills of Chippewa Falls, just a short drive from anywhere in the Chippewa Valley and beyond. The winery offers 15 equally delicious varieties of wine, each produced right here at the winery. With varieties spanning the entire spectrum from white to red and dry to sweet, the winery offers something to delight every palate.

In addition to the wide variety of wine, enjoy live music every weekend! Dixon’s Autumn Harvest is a must-visit boasting local food trucks, beer options, specialty wine drinks, wine slushies, and many special events throughout the summer. Take time to soak in all of the beauty around you. Relax on the patio and spend time catching up with friends and family!

There are several intimate venues available at the winery to rent for weddings, parties, and events.

Be sure to mark your calendars for the fall apple harvest, especially for our unique and patented Champagne Apple! Dixon’s Autumn Harvest Winery is the only place in the world you can get your hands on this unforgettable apple!

The winery is open May-October. We can't wait to see you here!

HOURS: Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 11am-6pm. Friday and Saturday 11am-8pm \*Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery and Orchard

Bushel and a Peck Apple Orchard was planted over a century ago and features over 20,000 trees producing over 30 varieties of apples. Located on a scenic ridge between the Eau Claire River Valley and the Chippewa River Valley. In addition to apples, you can enjoy their Pumpkin Patch, Raspberries, and Currant Plantings.

Bushel & A Peck

**XX Skiing**

Tower Ridge County Park boasts 15 miles of trails with state-of-the-art amenities, sure to make your next event a huge success!

Trail Lengths: 15 miles  
Locker Rooms: Yes   
Dressing Rooms: Yes   
Restrooms: Yes   
Concession Stand: No   
Lighting Available: Yes, lighted trails

**Disc Golf**

Tower Ridge County Park features two 18-hole golf courses with state-of-the-art amenities sure to make your next event a hole in one!

Yardage: 5,500  
# of Courses: 2  
# of Holes: 18  
Tee Type: Concrete  
Restrooms: yes  
Concession Stand: No  
Lighting Available: No

Closed November - March every year.

Tower Ridge County Park

3 bed, 2.5 bath, riverfront property that accommodates a total of 8 guests. The Eau Claire River leads into beautiful Lake Altoona! This home and setting are perfect for a getaway with family & friends. The waterfront along the property offers a sandy beach, and rental includes kayaks. This area is shallow and great for swimming. It is perfect for small fishing boats or a kayak/canoe. Less than 10 minutes from Eau Claire.

A Shore Thing on the Eau Claire River

Fox Run Tavern does classic bar food like half-pound burgers and grinders well. Try their homemade pizza too. Their restaurant features everyday specials, outdoor seating, a private party deck that can be reserved for larger groups, catering services, a volleyball court, kickball area, and a variety of other outdoor games during the summers.

Fox Run Tavern

360 yard golf driving range with grass and artificial hitting areas, covered tees. Golf lessons available, memberships and discount punch cards available. They do have clubs to use for adults and children.

Dick's Divot Driving Range

Amenities: 13 acres, picnic shelter, large clubhouse with kitchen, clothes changing building, flush toilets and drinking water, nature trail, canoeing, boating, water skiing, swimming beach, playgrounds, volleyball courts, horseshoes, and boat landing. No pets allowed and entrance fee is required.

Lake Altoona County Park

Welcome to Wissota Lodge & Conference Center, Lake Wissota‘s newest event facility. Our newly remodeled facility sits on the east side of scenic Lake Wissota and was formerly known as Reiter’s Steakhouse. Our seating area overlooks Little Lake Wissota and offers a prime view of the evening sunset. Our upgrades to the facility include Wi-Fi connected television displays, top-of-the-line sound system, full service bar and kitchen. Book a reservation for a daytime business meeting or convention, craft retreat, club or team party, bridal shower, baby shower, bachelor or bachelorette party, wedding rehearsal, retirement or graduation party, family reunion and more.

Wissota Lodge

Lake Altoona is an 840 acre lake with a maximum depth of 25 ft. Surface Acreage: 840 Maximum Depth: 25 ft. Common Species: Walleye, SM Bass, Black Crappie Others: Muskie, White Crappie, Bluegill, Perch Number of Launches: 2 Location: City of Altoona

Lake Altoona

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

Celebrate Samhain, a day to remember ancestors, celebrate the harvest, and welcome the turning of the season. A day of learning, connection, food, nature, workshops, and an enchanting evening at The Witches' Ball.

Early Bird Admission: $15 for market and ritual, $25 for witches ball;

Day of Admission: $20 or market & ritual, $30 for witches ball

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**Magical Market (10am-5pm)**

A marketplace with local artists, makers, readers, herbalists, spiritual practitioners, and vendors.

**Main Ritual: Ancestor Walk & Fire Ceremony (5:30-7:30pm)**

Begin with an Ancestor Walk in the forest (5:30pm & 6:30pm), a Samhain ritual that incorporates ceremony, reflection, guides, gatekeepers, and stations along the journey. Then enjoy a Fire Ritual (7:00pm) with food and refreshments from a food truck, concessions, and explore the grounds.

**The Witches’ Ball (7:30pm)**

Dress in your most magical or Samhain-inspired attire and join Highland Entertainment for music, dancing, enchantment, and community.

Samhain at Beaver Creek - A Gathering & Witches’ Ball

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