Visit Eau Claire

Planning your next big event? The Sonnentag Event Center is ready to bring your vision to life! ?? Spanning 104,900 square feet and with a seating capacity of 5,000, this versatile facility is designed to host everything from sporting tournaments and concerts to conferences and more. It’s also the new home of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugold basketball and the future field for Eau Claire AXEMEN- The Arena League Football, debuting June 2025! Ready to explore the possibilities? Visit this link for more information:?https://lnkd.in/gnbA5BAG

Big news from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport! ?? Beginning December 1, SkyWest Airlines will once again provide nonstop flights to Chicago O’Hare, offering travelers convenient connections to destinations worldwide. This transition marks the end of Sun Country Airlines as the Essential Air Service provider. We’re excited about this new chapter and encourage travelers to visit the link for schedules and more information: https://lnkd.in/ghdhEVRi

Touchdown for Public Art! ???? Our very own Kennedy Domerchie, Visit Eau Claire’s Outdoors Development Manager, attended the Green Bay Packers Foundation Luncheon at Lambeau Field and accepted a grant for ColorBlock on behalf of Eau Claire Sculpture Tour. This inspiring public art program will benefit from the Foundation’s generous support, helping to bring vibrant murals and creative spaces to Eau Claire and Altoona. With a record $1.5 million distributed this year, this grant is part of a remarkable effort to enhance communities across Wisconsin. Plus, Kennedy got to meet Packers alumni Dorsey Levens and explore the Hall of Fame—how cool is that? Check out the photos below and learn more about ColorBlock here: https://lnkd.in/gztwfcP4 #packersgiveback

Exciting news takes flight! ?? Earlier today, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels Jet made a preseason visit to the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport. Members from the demonstration flight team met, kicking off preparations for the Chippewa Valley Airshow happening June 28-29, 2025. Get your tickets now and join us for the excitement in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gu7SAju2

Yesterday, Dana Crosson of Visit Eau Claire had the pleasure of co-chairing with Andrew Salvaterra (UW-EC)?Leadership Eau Claire’s Arts & Tourism Day! ???? We were proud to help inspire and educate emerging community leaders through tours, presentations, and engaging discussions about the vital role arts and tourism play in shaping Eau Claire. LEC empowers professionals to build leadership skills, explore community challenges, and create meaningful connections—all to drive positive change in our region. We’re honored to support this impactful program!

This Veterans Day, we’re proud to share that “Stand For The Flag” now has a permanent home at American Legion Post 53! ???? Created by artists Lee Leuning and Sherri Treeby, this sculpture captures the unwavering patriotism of a Vietnam Veteran, standing to salute his country’s flag. Brought to Eau Claire three years ago for the Sculpture Tour with help from Julie Pangallo of Visit Eau Claire, it has now found a lasting place of honor. Last Friday, a dedication ceremony celebrated this powerful sculpture and the generosity of over 100 donors who helped reach the $50,000 goal. Plans are underway to add a mural backdrop to further honor our veterans, with additional funds going toward this next phase!

Eau Claire’s National Kubb Championship is getting statewide attention! ?? PBS Wisconsin's Wisconsin Life is featuring the championship in tonight’s episode, airing tonight at 7 PM! Don’t miss this special look into how Eau Claire became the heart of the Kubb world —get ready to tune in or check out the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gKkJkJJv

This past weekend’s Eau Claire Hmong New Year celebration at The Sonnentag was a blast! ?? From captivating performances to delicious food, the event was a lively showcase of Hmong culture and community spirit. Thank you to everyone who joined in making this celebration unforgettable! ??: Megan Zabel Holmes

We’re hooked!??? Local fishing guide Nick Markowicz of Strip & Rip recently took AGLOW (Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers) board member Ken Perrotte on an unforgettable muskie fishing adventure on Lake Eau Claire. We can’t wait to reel in the full story of Ken’s experience and see how Eau Claire made its mark! Looking forward to even more outdoor adventures when AGLOW’s conference arrives in Eau Claire in September 2025! ??

Exciting News! ?? The Royal Institute of British Architects recently featured The Children's Museum of Eau Claire's unique architecture, highlighting how it blends the city’s logging heritage with modern, sustainable design. The article dives into how the museum—and its timber-inspired structure—contributes to Eau Claire's growing reputation as an arts and culture destination. Curious to learn more about the architecture behind The Childrens Museum of Eau Claire? Click the link for the full story! ?? https://lnkd.in/gxbTpzWM