Summer Wisconsin Festivals
Eau Claire & the Chippewa Valley 2008

The Chippewa Valley offers its citizens and visitors alike seasonal events galore. Summer Wisconsin Festivals abound in the land of Clear Water aka Eau Claire. Enjoy the summer season; Lord knows it is way to short! In the mood for some fresh food? Check out the Chippew Valley Farmer's Markets!

Wisconsin Renaissance Faire 06/14/08 through 07/13/08 10am - 7pm Wisconsin Renaissance Faire Renaissance Faire Grounds Nelson Road, Chippewa Falls, WI *Family friendly faire featuring knights, gypsies, food, drink, entertainment, shopping and more! John Charles - Free Live Concert July 3, 7-9pm Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire *Can a former hitchhiker and recovering breath mint addict find happiness playing music? If he's John Charles, he can. John's live show is sure to please anybody who is looking for a light-hearted and heart-felt evening of music! Fourth of July Family Fair July 4, 11am-4pm Chippewa Valley Museum - Eau Claire Carson Park Freedomfest July 4 Wakanda Park - Menomonie Eau Claire 4th Celebration July 4 Carson Park - 9pm Mud Bog and Tough Trucks July 5 Pioneer Park - Eau Claire Northern Wisconsin State Fair July 9 - July 13 Northern WI State Fairgrounds - Chippewa Falls US Military All Stars vs. Cavaliers July 16 - 7:30pm Carson Park - Eau Claire *The Eau Claire Cavaliers host the US Military baseball team. This is the baseball game you don't want to miss; show your support for our military! The military team includes players from all branches including the Navy, Army, Air Froce and Marines. Watch Doc and the Interns at 6:30. Raffles at every inning. Epilepsy Foundation for more information. Rock Fest July 17,18,19,20 County Road S. - Cadott Rock Fest Country Jam July 17,18,19 Crescent Ave - Eau Claire Country Jam" Music For Peace Festival July 20, 1-9pm Wilson Park Bandshell - Menomonie *FREE family-friendly event with food, booths, games, amusement for the kids, raffle and smooth grooves all day with Magic Mama, Yam Cannon, Meridnee, The TopHatCats, Greg Gilbertson, Ultimate Frisbee Orchestra and Naptime Nate. Candlelight vigil to follow. Event is a benefit for the Red Cedar Peace Initiative. Eau Claire County Fair July 23 - July 27 Eau Claire County Expo Center - Eau Claire *Family friendly event. Olympics, games, crafts, petting zoo, talent show, charcoal chicken dinner, polka band, dance and more. Contact 839-4712 or visit Eau Claire 4h for more information.

Blues on the Chippewa Music Festival
August 2
Memorial Park - Durand
Blues on the Chippewa
*The free concert, donations to benefit local food pantry, will be held in Memorial Park from 1-9pm and will feature 8 prominent regional acts. Artists to perform at local establishments afterwards include Ellen Whyte,Cool Disposition, Left Wing Bourbon, Mojo Lemon, Catya’s Trio, and the Love Buzzards.

Dunn County Fair
August 6-10
Dunn County Fairgrounds

Pioneer Days
August 8-10
Pioneer Park - Eau Claire
*Annual event features antique farm equipment, exhibits, steam engine display, flea market, and more. Concessions available. Hosted by Chippewa Valley Antique Engine Model Club.

Festival in the Pines
August 23 & 24 Carson Park - Eau Claire
715-552-5504
Festival in the Pines

Fur Trade Rendevous
August 16 & 17
Russell J. Rassback Heritage Museum
Fur Trade Rendezvous

Early June - Labor Day
Ski Sprites
Sunday & Wednesday 6:30pm
Lake Altoona Beach
Ski Sprites

June-September
Wednesday Night Concerts on the Hill
Heyde Center for the Arts
715-726-9000
Heyde Center for the Arts

June-September
Volume One's Thursday Evening Concert Series
Phoenix Park - Eau Claire
Volume One
6:30 - 8:30pm

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