Name: Pumpkin Carving Competition
Start: 2026-10-10
End: 2026-10-10

Formally Apple Tree Inn, AVEnue orchard was established in 2007 by Ron and Shelly Knutson and family. Located just south of Eau Claire on Highway 53 this family owned & operated orchard offers 26 apple varieties throughout the growing season as well as 2 varieties of pears. Open 7 days a week, during apple season, from 9am-6pm from August- November. We offer pre-picked apples, pick your own, and fresh apple cider. We also carry a full line of canned products. We can our products in small batches using quality ingredients. Check out our varieties of jams, jellies, butters, sauces, and pie filling. Come for an hour or spend the afternoon in our quiet, family friendly orchard. Enjoy our picnic area, yard games, and animals.

AVEnue Orchard

Brackett Bar has been the neighborhood tavern for over 70 years, and they offer daily food and drink specials like burgers, pizza, wings, cheese curds, and more. Find entertainment like billiards, darts, Golden Tee, an outdoor pavilion for special occasions, cornhole leagues, and more.

Brackett Bar

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

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

**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

The Otter Creek dog park features 9 fenced-in acres, an area for small dogs and walking trails. Water is available for dogs May - October. The park is open year round on daily basis until dusk. All visitors to the dog park must purchase either an annual dog park license or pay a daily use fee. Daily passes may be purchased at the park.

Otter Creek Off-Leash Dog Park

Hickory Hills is 100 stunning acres just 3 miles from Eau Claire on Highway 93. It is an 18-hole, executive length course geared towards the recreational golfer. At Hickory Hills, you will find the lush fairways, exceptionally friendly service, and the best scenery the Chippewa Valley has to offer. Its state-of-the-art amenities are sure to make your next event a hole in one! Amenities Include:

Yardage: 3,946  
# of Holes: 18   
Rating: 59.7-white   
Slope: 93   
Tee Boxes: 3   
# of Bunkers: 6   
Water Hazards: 5   
Carts: Yes   
Restrooms: Yes   
Food/Beverage: No   
Meeting Space: 100

Hickory Hills Golf Course

The GrandStay Residential Suites is Eau Claire's only all suite hotel. They specialize in taking care of guests requiring clean, comfortable and spacious accommodations. All suites come with a fully equipped kitchen, separate living and sleeping areas with many other amenities to make you feel at home. Make GrandStay your home away from home for a day, a week, a month or longer! Your stay will be so exceptional; you may never want to go home! GrandStay is conveniently located near I-94 and Hwy 53 and surrounded by many fine restaurants, shopping centers and all the Chippewa Valley has to offer.

GrandStay Residential Suites Hotel

At Candlewood Suites® Eau Claire i94 our extended-stay guests are given all the comforts of home and treated like family. Located off of the I-94 freeway and Hwy. 53, Candlewood Suites® Eau Claire i94 is less than a mile from Oakwood Mall and AMC Theaters and surrounded by a variety of popular restaurants.

We give you the amenities that make you feel right at home with extra space to rest and relax, including fully equipped kitchens in every suite. Shopping, dining and great nightlife are only a short drive away. Within a 15 minute drive, you can enjoy the hustle & bustle of the Eau Claire downtown or Pablo Center at the Confluence.

Take time to enjoy some of the local attractions: Carson Park, The Children’s Museum Eau Claire, a variety of local breweries and wineries such as Infinity Beverages, Monk’s Brewery or the historical Leinie Lodge. Wisconsin is known for its cheese so don’t forget to check out our many shops with delicious local offerings.

After a long day of work or play, enjoy an evening in our Gazebo relaxing or fire up the grill to prepare your favorite dish. When you are craving a late night snack, grab a treat from our Candlewood Cupboard®, open 24-hours. Just want to relax in your room? That is easy to do with our free high-speed internet and our Dish Network® featuring Showtime® with a large channel selection. Don’t forget about our complimentary self-laundry facilities or large fitness center.

Candlewood Suites

Welcome to Noodleville! Serving Asian, European and American cuisine, sauteed and grilled-to-order, Noodles & Company blends a global influence with convenient and welcoming service, honest value, and comfortable atmosphere! Dine-in, take out and catering available.

Noodles & Company

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

Drop off your carved pumpkins between 9am and 10am. Voting begins at 10am, with winners announced at 2:30pm at the Fall Creek Fall Fair. Fun prizes. Family-friendly entries only.

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