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  • Marathon County Historical Society presents History Speaks – Building the Erie Canal

    Woodson History Center 410 McIndoe Street, Wausau, Wisconsin, United States

    The Marathon County Historical Society is proud to welcome Brett Barker as our guest speaker for its History Speaks series at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Woodson History Center (410 McIndoe Street, Wausau). Two hundred years ago the Erie Canal was completed, a 363-mile waterway that connected the Great Lakes and […]

    Free

  • Reflections of a Daughter as the Caregiver of Her Mother

    L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, Riverview Room 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States

    Harjani will share her deeply personal journey as a caregiver—a path that ultimately led to the creation of her powerful book, Postcards from Within: Random Ramblings of an Ordinary Human. Reflecting on the emotional, practical, and spiritual lessons learned through caregiving, Harjani will reveal how the experience shaped her perspective and her writing. Through stories […]

    Free

  • Music in the Age of Streaming

    https://www.cvbookfest.org/events 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States

    Liz Pelly is the author of Mood Machine, a critical investigation into the origins of Spotify and the impacts of streaming on music and culture. Drawing on over 100 interviews with musicians and industry insiders, Pelly’s book takes readers to the inner workings of today’s highly consolidated record business, showing what has changed as music […]

    Free

  • Halloween Extravaganza!

    Devil’s Lake State Park S5975 Park Road, Baraboo, Wisconsin, United States

    Join the Friends of Devil’s Lake State Park for our annual Halloween Extravaganza! From 4-6 pm, we’ll have free pumpkin carving and kid’s crafts. As dusk falls, join us for a family-friendly torchlit hike followed by a bonfire, hot cocoa, and so much s’mores! Costumes welcome! Events take place at the Rock Elm Shelter (North […]

    Free
  • Guided Black Light Tour

    Guided Black Light Tour

    Cave of the Mounds 2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd., Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, United States

    **Every Saturday through November** Unique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You will learn about ultraviolet light, fluorescence, and see the speleothems GLOW! The tour price includes a black light rental and a guided tour of Cave of the Mounds. Tickets are non-refundable. […]

    $37.99

  • Cabaret Baroque: Les Goûts Réunis

    St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 914 Knapp St, Milwaukee, United States

    This program by an unusual trio of duo harpsichord, lute, and recorder, focuses on a collection of suites composed in 1724 by François Couperin. Also included are works by Denis Gaultier, Domenico Scarlatti, Arcangelo Corelli, and the Canzoni by Vincenzo Pellegrini.

    $30 – $70

  • Haunted Mine Tours

    Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums 405 E. Main St., Platteville, Wisconsin, United States

    Platteville’s spookiest Halloween tradition returns with ghost miners around every corner! Descend 50 feet underground, deep into the past, and experience a mine illuminated by candles and lantern light as you discover historical truths that are stranger than fiction. We dare you to visit Platteville’s most popular underground Halloween event! Prepare for a one-of-a-kind experience!

    $8 – $65

  • Magoo

    The Riverside Theater 116 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

    Magoo is a progressive bluegrass quartet based in Denver, CO, redefining the boundaries of traditional bluegrass with a fresh, contemporary approach. Known for their electrifying live performances, the band creates a unique experience that blends extended improvisations, intricate original arrangements, and tight three-part harmonies. Their foot-stomping grooves and energetic stage presence leave audiences both inspired […]

    Free

  • The Epilogue: A Gathering

    Leona’s Pizzeria 406 Galloway Street, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States

    Please join book festival volunteers and supporters to celebrate the end of our 26th Chippewa Valley Book Festival. We will be gathering in the venue space at Leona’s Pizzeria in downtown Eau Claire. Pizza and beverages will be available for purchase, but camaraderie will be included free of charge. No registration is required. Doors open […]

    Free
  • Halloween Legends & Lore

    Halloween Legends & Lore

    Old World Wisconsin W372 S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle, Wisconsin, United States

    In October, the veil between our world and the next grows thin at Old World Wisconsin… watch as supernatural tales brought from cultures the world over come to life before your very eyes for an eerie evening of Halloween-themed spook-tacular activities! Explore the historic Crossroads Village after nightfall for a spirited, one-of-a-kind adventure full of […]

  • China Lights: Magical Forest

    China Lights: Magical Forest

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Dr, Hales Corners, Wisconsin, United States

    With more than 40 sets of larger-than-life lantern displays, Boerner Botanical Garden in Whitnall Park will be transformed into a magical forest for this 2025 season! Complimentary live stage entertainment is included in the admission daily. The performance hours are 6:30pm, 7:30pm, and 9:00pm. Each show lasts for about 30 minutes. Stage performance might be […]

    $31.88
  • Halloween Vintage Radio Plays

    Halloween Vintage Radio Plays

    The Rassbach Museum 1820 John Russell Road, Menomonie, Wisconsin, United States

    Experience thrills and chills with two 30-minute radio plays performed by live actors with sound effects! We’ll start with Blast Off: Tales from Outer Space — a 1950s-style science fiction episode featuring a spy mission, space warriors, blob creatures, evil aliens and more! Following a brief intermission will be The Twitshyre Murder Case — a […]

    $20