Explore Menomonie

Collectors Day
2024-09-28 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Rassbach Museum
A celebration of collectors and collections. Explore unusual and fascinating items, from antique cars to action figures. There will be a raffle and silent auction. This is a fun event for the whole family!

Govin's Fall Fun & Pumpkin Patch
2024-09-28 11:00 - 21:00 | WI
It’s time for another amazing season of Fall Fun at Govin’s Farm in Menomonie!MARK YOUR CALENDARS because Govin’s will be OPEN for the fall season starting Saturday, September 28th. The farm will be open to visitors every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through November 2nd.Activities at the farm include:• 10 Acre Corn Maze• Pumpkin Patch• Wagon Rides• Farm Babies (Sat & Sun only)• Flying Farmer Zip Line• Hay Jump• Giant Slide• Yard Games• Corn Pit• Mini Golf• Apple & Pumpkin Cannon• Shooting Gallery• Farm Animals• Photo Opps & More!• Flashlight Maze (after dark)After running around on the farm, getting lost in the corn maze, and shooting pumpkins from cannons, don’t forget to hit the concessions stand for amazing fall treats! This year’s lineup of delectable seasonal eats includes Apple Cider Donuts, Donut Sundaes, Warm Pretzels, Kettle Corn, Caramel Apple Blossoms, Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Brats, Pizza, Chips, Cookies, S’mores, Apple Cider, and other assorted beverages. Nothing is better than a fall picnic on the farm!The farm is a perfect date night, girls night, family outing, and field trip! We welcome 4-H clubs, youth groups, school groups, scouts’ troops, company gatherings, and more. We look forward to seeing you on the farm this fall!
ADMISSION INFO:$15.00 + tax(Children under 24 months free)
ADD-ONS:Pumpkin Cannon – 1 shot for $3.00Apple Cannon – 3 shots for $3.00Shooting Gallery – 50 balls for $5.00

Trivia Night in The Spirit Room
2024-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Bring your friends and your brain for a night of Trivia in the Spirit Room. Grab a seat, sip a cocktail, and test your wits for the chance to win prizes!

James Huff Stout: Educator Extraordinaire
2024-09-26 18:00 - 19:00 | WI
More than a century after his death, James Huff Stout is best known today for the polytechnic university that he founded and that bears his name. As the Menomonie Public Library celebrates 150 years of service in Dunn County, take a look back at the man who also started the first traveling libraries in the state in Dunn County, initiated the earliest library at UW-Stout, served on the Library Committee for the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents, and is a member of the Wisconsin Library Hall of Fame. He believed in hands-on learning and book learning. He was a man who dedicated his life to improving lives.

Superhuman Being: Be Bold, Be Imperfect, Be Present and Recover
2024-09-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Dragon Tale Books

44th Annual Punky Manor Challenge of Champions
2024-09-21 19:00 - 2024-09-22 23:00 | Red Cedar Speedway, 620 17th St SE, Menomonie, 54751, United States
🏁 Rev up your engines and get ready for the ultimate racing showdown at the Red Cedar Speedway! The 44th Annual Punky Manor Challenge of Champions is coming in hot on September 20 & 21, and you won’t want to miss a minute of the action! 🚗💨 With two days of heart-pounding races, roaring engines, and all the thrills you can handle, this is the event of the season. Grab your friends, bring the whole family, and let’s make some unforgettable memories at the track! 🏎️🔥 See you there, race fans! 🎉
September 20, 2024
Qualifying Heat Races
Event Times:
Pits Open: 4:00 PM
Gates Open: 5:00 PM
Hot Laps: 6:30 PM
Racing Starts: 7:00 PM
Classes:
WISSOTA Late Model
WISSOTA Midwest Mods
WISSOTA Modifieds
WISSOTA Street Stock
WISSOTA Super Stock
September 21, 2024
B Mains & A Mains
Event Times:
Hot Laps: 3:30 PM
Racing Starts: 4:00 PM
Classes:
WISSOTA Late Model
WISSOTA Midwest Mods
WISSOTA Modifieds
WISSOTA Street Stock
WISSOTA Super Stock
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of high-speed thrills as the best of the best take on the legendary Punky Manor Challenge of Champions!
Learn more about the event here!

Ozark Mountain Devils
2024-09-12 07:30 - 22:00 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
The Ozark Mountain Daredevils have been aptly described as “a ragtag collection of hippies, bohemians, and musicians of no fixed ambition.” They have always been indefinable in terms of music genres, producing sounds of country-rock and electric bluegrass all on the same record; writing lyrics both whimsical and poetic, singing harmonies that would send shivers up your spine.

Oaklawn Inn Classical Concert Series: Across the Channel: Piano Trios from England and France
2024-09-08 15:00 - 16:15 | Oaklawn Inn
Trio Viva will perform on the Oaklawn Inn Classical Concert Series in a program entitled “Across the Channel: Piano Trios from England and France.” Enjoy the music of Trio Viva in the gorgeous surroundings of Oaklawn Inn. Trio Viva is a talented string trio located in our own Menomonie. Light refreshments are included. Get your tickets at Oaklawninn.com.

Jaquish Farms Sunflower Maze
2024-08-24 11:00 - 18:00 | Jaquish Farms, W5725 State Road 85, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, United States
Join us for the 8th Annual Sunflower Maze at Jaquish Farms. Enjoy the sunflower maze, wagon rides, barrel train rides, sunflower picking patch, photo stops, yard games and concessions. There is something for everyone! Profit from this event will be donated to Joshua’s Camp, a local non profit organization dedicated to supporting children fighting cancer in the Chippewa Valley. Enjoy the shades go gold, support a great cause and take in a fun day on the farm!

DCHS Presents: Community Rummage & Bake Sale
2024-08-23 09:00 - 2024-08-24 12:00 | WI
It’s that time of year again!
The DCHS Bi-annual Rummage Sale is back at the Fanetti Community Center & Dunn County Ice Arena in Menomonie on August 23rd & 24th.
Shop for a great cause and help us raise money for unhomed companion pets in Dunn County!
Friday, August 23rd from 9am – 6pm
Saturday, August 24th from 9am – noon
Every purchase made at the sale contributes directly to our efforts in providing care, shelter, and love to all the animals in our care. Come find your next treasure, keep perfectly good items out of landfills, and make a difference for animal welfare in Dunn County!
Interested in donating your unwanted items to our rummage sale? Item donations can be dropped off at the Fanetti Community Center on Wednesday, August 21st from 9am-7pm. At this time, we cannot accept large exercise equipment, mattresses, large appliances, or undergarments.
Interested in volunteering your time or donating baked goods for this event? Reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator Robyn at volunteer@dunncountyhumanesociety.org or call the shelter at (715)232-9790.

Cello Journey for Kids
2024-08-21 10:00 - 11:00 | WI
Cellist Nathaniel Pierce will lead children through a musical journey with movement and engaging fun!
Geared for children ages 4-8 and their families, but other ages will definitely enjoy it too.

August 21st @ 10am
library meeting room

The Menomonie Singers Holds Auditions
2024-08-19 18:00 - 2024-08-20 18:00 | First Congregational UCC Menomonie WI
The Menomonie Singers will hold auditions for all sections (soprano, alto, tenor and bass) on August 19 and August 20, starting at 6:00 pm, at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 420 Wilson Avenue, Menomonie. Singers will be asked to a range check, a tonal memory check, a short sightreading example, and showcase a well-known song like My Country Tis of Thee. To make an appointment, contact Exec. Dir. Juliana Schmidt at 715-505-3525 or admin@themenomoniesingers.org

Publisher Pop-Up – The Cathars
2024-08-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Dragon Tale Books

Menomin Meander
2024-08-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Dunn County Fairgrounds, 620 17th St SE, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751, United States
Come join us for the Menomin Meander on August 10th!
The Menomin Meander is a family-friendly bike ride around Menomin Lake! The event is completely free and requires no prior registration.

We will start at the Dunn County Fairgrounds and bike to Wakanda Park for drinks and snacks. After this stop, we’ll return to the fairgrounds on the bike path.

Event Activities:– The Menomonie Fire Department will have a Fire Truck for the kids to explore.– The Wisconsin DNR will be there with family-friendly activities.– We’re partnering with Doar Drill and Skow law firm to provide free bike helmets! Helmets can be claimed beginning at 8:30 a.m. in front of the Fanetti Building at the fairgrounds.

Zymurderfest V
2024-08-09 19:00 - 2024-08-10 23:00 | Zymurgy Brewing, 624 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Zymurderfest returns for its fifth season, bigger and more brutal than ever! TWO days with 12 bands – some of our favorites return to the brewery along with a few new faces!

FRIDAY AUGUST 9: Doors at 6PMHEADLINER: FLESH HOARDERTexas Brutal Death Metal
with:PantheonGlutton for PunishmentBurned in EffigyDead Soul Symphony

SATURDAY AUGUST 10 – Doors at 4PMHEADLINER: LIVIDITYLegendary death/grind band from Illinois who has been crushing the scene for over 3 decades.
with:(TBA)Human ArtifactsCelestial SerpentNecessary DeathBloodletterMDRN ANMLS

Pre-sale ticket tiersVIP Tier 1 (Now thru June 1) – $40GA Tier 1 (Now through June 1) – $25VIP Tier 2 (June 1 through August 1) – $50GA Tier 2 (June 1 through August 1) – $30

Pre-sale tickets are for both nights only.GA = General AdmissionVIP = GA + Merch Bundle (Poster + Mug + Sticker)
Day-of entry pricingFriday: $20Saturday: $25Cash required at the door. First Come, First Served.

Must be 21+ to attend.Food trucks each night TBA.

Meet the Author - David Tindell
2024-08-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Dragon Tale Books

Library Blood Drive
2024-08-09 09:30 - 15:30 | WI
Summer Vibes, Saving Lives! On August 9th from 9:30am-3:30pm, the library will be sponsoring an American Red Cross blood drive in the library meeting room.
Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. will need blood. Available blood resources drop dangerously low during summer due to fewer active donors, yet the need for blood is constant.
1 hour & 1 donation can help up to 3 patients in need. All donors in August will get a $20 Amazon.com gift card via email.
Book your appointment today!

online (enter menomoniepl)
715-232-2164 x210
1-800-RED CROSS

Thanks for joining us to make a difference in the lives of others!

National Night Out
2024-08-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Wilson Park, 800 Wilson Ave., Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
There will be Public Safety displays, vehicle displays, kids’ activities, food trucks, music, and more.

Pine & Fire, Cap'n Seabeard, and King Sized Coffin
2024-08-03 19:00 - 21:00 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
‘Cap’n Seabeard originated as the solo songwriting and performing of Christopher Schumacher, but has evolved over the years to being a trio more recently. For this show, the lineup will even expand to include a fourth surprise member and a guest appearance by a dear friend of the band. On August third, the trio of Christopher Schumacher on rhythm guitar and vocals, Jon Talberg on lead guitar and Maria Lewis on bass will be joined by Brett Miller on drums and a guest appearance by Ben Mohr on second lead guitar.

Hope in Turbulent Times
2024-08-03 15:30 - 16:30 | Dragon Tale Books

Single Stem
2024-08-02 19:00 - 21:00 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Single Stem is a solo act featuring Marjorie Craemer. She’ll be heading down to The Spirit Room to play Folk, Americana and some originals!

Tyler Lustek and Alex Charland
2024-08-01 19:00 - 21:00 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Tyler Lustek (piano) and Alex Charland (tenor sax) will present their captivating jazz duo at the Mabel Tainter Spirit Room on Thursday, August 2nd. Lustek & Charland will take you on a sonic journey drawing upon traditional jazz repertoire from the likes of Thelonious Monk, Wayne Shorter and Chick Corea.
