The Oxbow Hotel

LIVE MUSIC: Anthony Deutsch
2024-07-05 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
Anthony Deutsch is a pianist/vocalist keen on improvisation. Calling upon all genres and influences, he simply loves performing what is in his heart. From jubilated gospel melodies over tripped-out piano, to Duke Ellington and jazz standards at large, to the Beatles, Dolly Parton, Son House, his music travels great distances! Currently, Anthony resides in Wisconsin’s central Driftless Region after a decade long stint in Milwaukee mainly as a jazz pianist where he continues to visit to play as a soloist, with his piano trio, and other projects – including Father Sky (Heart-song medicine music for the masses), W!TH (future-pop duo) and Fraktal Frank (experimental/production moniker).

CLOSED: 4th of July
2024-07-04 - 2024-07-05
The Lakely will be closed for the 4th of July.

OPEN MIC NIGHT
2024-07-03 19:00 - 22:00
Join us each week on Wednesday for Open Mic Night hosted by Philville Records!
With a plethora of entertainment and experiences, from singer/songwriters and instrumentals to poetry and spoken word — anything goes, and you never know what (or who!) you might see or hear! Both established and emerging artists in the Chippewa Valley are encouraged to perform!
🎙️ PERFORMING AT OPEN MIC?
All performers get BOGO beers (21+) and no-proof drinks!
🎙️ EVENT DETAILS:
Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Showtime is at 7:00 pm
Everyone is welcome, and the show is free to attend (but please come thirsty!)
🎙️ PERFORMER DETAILS:
Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Sign-ups begin at 6:30 pm
(must be present to sign up – no phone calls, no friend sign up, etc.)
Sign-up is first come, first served
Each musician gets two songs
Each performer doing a spoken piece (visual arts, magic, poetry, etc.) gets five minutes.
PLEASE NOTE: The Lakely reserves the right to stop someone’s performance if they make racist, sexist, transphobic, or homophobic comments. Profanity is not welcome. The Lakely is a venue based on inclusivity for all, and we expect all performers to respect that.
Showtime is at 7:00 pm
Whether this is your first live performance or you’ve been around the block a few times, we welcome you to share your gift!

LIVE MUSIC: Crook & Company
2024-06-29 19:00 - 22:00
Hailing from the vibrant city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Crook & Company embodies the essence of classic jazz while infusing their music with a modern twist.
Led by the visionary vocalist, Arron Crook, the band brings together a collective of Milwaukee’s best seasoned musicians, each adding their unique flair to the ensemble’s sound.
Since their formation, Crook & Company has become a growing mainstay in the Milwaukee jazz scene, gracing renowned venues such as The Jazz Estate, Gibraltar, and Turner Hall. Their captivating live shows continue to garner acclaim, earning them a dedicated following of jazz aficionados and music lovers alike.

LIVE MUSIC: Josh Gallagher Trio
2024-06-28 19:00 - 22:00
Josh Gallagher attended the Berklee College of Music on a full ride scholarship and played in the Brubeck Institute Jazz Sextet. After living in New York City, he returned to Eau Claire. Catch this masterful and swinging pianist in action leading his trio.

DRAG BINGO Hosted by Khloe Wold
2024-06-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-13 19:00 - 21:00
Add some sparkle to your night at our fabulous Drag Bingo! Join us for an evening of glitter, glamour, and good times, complete with drink specials and delicious eats! We’ll provide two free bingo cards person, no reservations required. The fun starts at 7pm, all ages welcome!

OPEN MIC NIGHT Hosted By Philville Records
2024-06-26 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-19 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-12 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-05 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-05-29 19:00 - 22:00

POP-UP: Goodbye Covizza, Hello Leona's at The Lakely!
2024-06-25 17:00 - 22:00
Get ready for the tastiest series of pop-ups in Eau Claire!
Join us Tuesday, June 25th, and enjoy Leona’s locally-famous pizzas alongside our full craft cocktail menu – available from 5-10pm or while supplies last!
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:

Leona’s latest square pizzas
The Lakely’s full drink menu & a limited Eats menu
Curated Vinyl Night with The Abraxas
First come, first served – no pre-orders
Dine in, or order at the bar and take out

Can’t make it next week? We’ve got more pop-ups to come – visit us July 16th, 23rd, and August 6th for more Leona’s x The Lakely goodness!

DINING WITH THE DIVAS: A Drag Dinner
2024-06-24 17:30 - 21:00
Dinner and a show like you’ve NEVER experienced before with the areas finest drag performers LIVE at The Lakely!

Your ticket gives you access to an evening of glitz, glamour, and fabulous fun! Enjoy drag performances from seven divas plus dinner and craft drink options from our delicious and delightfully unique menu (food and beverages sold separately.)

It all happens on Monday evening, June 24th! Doors open at 5:30pm and the show starts at 7:00pm.

Don’t miss out – grab your tickets now!

This event is 18+.

GET TICKETS

LIVE MUSIC: Jen Howard
2024-06-22 19:00 - 22:00
Jen Howard is an American singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, born in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. Although coming from a blue-collar, religious and home schooled upbringing, Jen’s music is a mix of Folk, Roots, Reggae and Sophisti-Pop. Her music’s central themes include; human nature, love, courageous motivation and intentional compassion for ourselves and others.

LIVE MUSIC: Flex Trio
2024-06-21 19:00 - 22:00
Chicago-based instrumental trio with Chris Madsen-saxophone, Clark Sommers-bass, and Neil Hemphill-drums.

CANCELLED: TRIVIA NIGHT: Grease 1 & 2
2024-06-20 19:00 - 21:00
Get ready to rev your engines and rock ‘n’ roll with our electrifying Grease 1 and 2 Trivia Night at The Lakely! Join us on Thursday, June 20th at 7pm for a blast from the past as we dive into the iconic world of Rydell High! Put on your leather jackets and poodle skirts, rally your T-Birds and Pink Ladies, and RSVP for a night of laughter and epic trivia showdowns! Call (715) 839-0601 to save your table!

LIVE MUSIC: Sue Orfield, Josh Gallagher, Jeremy Boettcher
2024-06-15 19:00 - 22:00
Sue Orfield plays the tenor saxophone with the whimsy of Sonny Rollins, the passion of Kurt Cobain, the soul of Bill Withers, and the joy of Ella Fitzgerald. Along with a compelling mastery of her instrument, Sue brings to the stage a powerful presence and joy of all things musical.
Sue has played with many musical greats over the years, including Bo Diddley, Bobby McFerrin, The Indigo Girls, Ann Wilson (Heart), Dizzy Gillespie, Ivan Neville, Jo Dee Messina, among others. She tours internationally with several groups, including The Tiptons Sax Quartet (Seattle/NYC), and Ellen Whyte (Portland, OR).
Sue was voted “Best Horn” by the Washington Blues Society for the years 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004.
In 2014 and 2015, Sue has rated her very own category in Volume One’s “Best Of The Chippewa Valley” Reader Poll : The Best Sue Orfield!
Sue makes her home in the Chippewa Valley of Wisconsin, and plays locally with bands from all over Wisconsin and Minnesota, including The Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra, AcoustiHoo, Catya’s Trio, The Butanes, Deep Water Reunion, The Jazz Women All Stars, and many more.
Josh Gallagher attended the Berklee College of Music on a full ride scholarship and played in the Brubeck Institute Jazz Sextet. After living in New York City, he returned to Eau Claire. Catch this masterful and swinging pianist in action leading his group.
Renowned bassist Jeremy Boetcher swiftly rose to prominence, captivating audiences nationwide with his remarkable versatility and musical prowess. In recent years, he has graced the global stage, touring extensively with icons like Sean Carey and Richard Johnson. Notably, his exceptional talents have been showcased in prestigious venues such as Jazz At Lincoln Center Doha and Jazz At Lincoln Center Shanghai.

LIVE MUSIC: Post-Bop Pioneers
2024-06-14 19:00 - 22:00
The Pop-Bop Pioneers, featuring Dawson Redenius, Alex Charland, Tyler Lustek, Nick Adams, and Jeremy Boettcher, will celebrate the music of Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Tony Williams, and Ron Carter.

LIVE MUSIC: The Cody Sisters
2024-06-12 17:00 - 18:30
The Cody Sisters band is the very heart of contemporary acoustic Folk and Bluegrass music in Colorado, the United States and the UK. Their propulsive instrumental solos and warm harmonies combine to grip the listener. Along with their bass player Will Pavilonis, sisters Megan (guitar, mandolin, vocals) and Maddie (guitar, banjo, vocals) have forged a new sound that has no equivalent match in the acoustic world today.

In May of 2023, The Cody Sisters released their self-titled EP marking a new beginning for the band. It is their first release since parting ways with their former image of “young girls in a family band” and it portrays a sense of maturity and musical understanding that reveals a new dimension to their artistic expression. They set out to explore new sounds and styles while still holding true to their bluegrass roots, and they have done just that. This new music is an invitation to connect, to feel, and to journey together through original lyrics and captivating instrumental arrangements.

The Cody Sisters have a sound that is original, exhilarating, and heartwarming all at the same time. With strong ties to traditional American acoustic music, they continue to stun their audiences both in the US and abroad.

FIRESIDE TUNES with Barstool Bandit
2024-06-11 19:30 - 22:00
Barstool Bandit is a dynamic, Minneapolis-based, acoustically driven group ready to bring old and new tunes to the party! We take any song and add our style, voices, and flare to bring together a cool mixed bag of set lists
At Fireside Tunes, you can expect an emotive musical experience of local, regional, and occasionally touring artists with a strong lean towards acoustic, folk, and Americana styles. Fireside Tunes offers listeners a well-rounded sound, with occasional notes of indie, rock, and other musical genres.
This event is free to attend, but please come thirsty!
Are you a musician interested in gigging at Fireside Tunes? Send a note to events@theoxbowhotel.com for more info!

PRIDE MONTH: "Drag Me to Brunch" at The Lakely
2024-06-09 10:30 - 14:30
Join us on June 9th as we celebrate Pride Month with The Lakely’s “Drag Me to Brunch” Show!
We’ll host an electrifying all ages performance by the areas talented drag queens – tickets are $20 per person with brunch and drinks available at the show for an extra charge.
GET TICKETS HERE >>>

LIVE MUSIC: Evan Walton & Jeremy Boettcher
2024-06-08 19:00 - 22:00
Singer-songwriter Evan Walton is a transplant of Minneapolis and a recent graduate of Berklee College of Music. He is a multi-instrumentalist and has performed around the country most of his life. Evan is also part of the indie rock band Once More, Autumn.
Bassist Jeremy Boettcher has toured the world playing various styles of music. He has performed at the prestigious Jazz at Lincoln Center-Doha and Jazz at Lincoln Center-Shanghai. Jeremy has also toured extensively in the band S. Carey.
You can expect to hear Evan and Jeremy cover some of your favorite tunes, both new and old (perhaps with a few surprises along the way)!

LIVE MUSIC: Gilmore Family Band
2024-06-07 19:00 - 22:00
Shannon and Jason Gilmore’s musical journey commenced in 2000, as they shared the stage with The Old Dog Band in Colorado Springs. Their onstage synergy, Shannon lending her vocals and Jason playing the guitar and mandolin, laid the foundation for a lasting friendship. Despite Shannon’s departure to her home state of California in 2005, their bond endured. Meanwhile, Jason continued shaping his musical path, contributing his talents to various bands in the Colorado Springs area like Creating a Newsense, The J.Miller Band, and Woodshed Red.
Fast forward to 2016, an opportunity drew Shannon back to Colorado Springs, rekindling her involvement in the local music scene while owning Rocks Sports Bar & Grill. After more than a decade, Shannon and Jason seamlessly reconnected, resurrecting their musical collaboration. Their repertoire expanded across diverse genres—blues, folk, rock, bluegrass, country, reggae, soul, funk, and more.
The magnetic connection and friendship between Shannon and Jason gradually evolved, leading to the inception of The Gilmore Family Band in November 2019. Their musical endeavors saw them joining forces with prominent Colorado musicians and, in 2020, welcoming John Wise on Bass and Teddy Nazario on Drums, both esteemed members of the renowned Colorado band, TRIBE, solidifying the band’s foundation.
After an incredible two-plus decades of creating musical memories in Colorado, The Gilmore Family has moved to the driftless plains of Wisconsin. They are gearing up to launch their first album, “MESS THAT WE MADE,” to be released December 23, 2023. This relocation offers a fresh beginning, new prospects, and the joy of being nearer to family. It’s yet another unexpected twist in The Gilmore Family’s musical journey.

TRIVIA NIGHT: Barbie Movie
2024-06-06 19:00 - 21:00
Life in plastic, it’s fantastic!
Gather your crew and join us at The Lakely for Barbie movie trivia night, because even a fabulous icon like Barbie loves a little trivia now and then! The fun starts at 7pm on Thursday, June 6th; RSVP your team by calling (715) 839-0601.

Rising Stars Open Mic Night
2024-06-05 17:00 - 18:30
Do you know a youngster with a stage-worthy talent to share? Check out The Lakely’s “Rising Stars” Open Mic Night, a K-12 version of Open Mic Night that takes place 5-6:30pm on the first Wednesday of each month!
Enjoy dinner and the show – kids meals are available!
EVENT DETAILS:
Ages K-12 welcome
Free to attend
All entertainment acts welcome:
Singing
Music Acts
Dancing
Visual Arts

PRIDE Block Party
2024-06-01 19:00 - 23:00
Join us for a PRIDE celebration on June 1st at The Oxbow Hotel and The Lakely!
We’ll have a Drag Show at 7pm featuring performances by Khloe Wold, Siren, Taylor Ashton, Amber Hudson, Devine Intervention, and Felicia Ashton; a special performance by Alt-Hip-Pop artist TeaWhyB from 9pm-10pm, and a late night DJ Dance Party until 11pm!
Throughout the evening guests can enjoy drink specials and midwest eats!
This event is FREE TO ATTEND and all ages are welcome!

LIVE MUSIC: Scott Burton Trio
2024-05-31 19:00 - 22:00
The Scott Burton Trio features Burton on guitar, Jeremy Boettcher on bass and Sean Carey on drums.
A recent transplant to Eau Claire, Burton brings his experiences from his hometown of Richmond, Virginia to EC! The trio plays a carefully curated combination of Burton originals, obscure movie themes, standards, and a few tunes by Richmond composers. One minute you might hear a somber theme from Nora Orlandi, and the next an upbeat samba by Barney Kessel followed by a Stelvio Cipriani theme from a Jaws rip-off movie about a giant alligator—-you also don’t have to know what any of that means!

TRIVIA NIGHT: Star Wars
2024-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | The Oxbow Hotel, 516 Galloway St., Eau Claire, WI, 54703, United States
From a galaxy far, far away, we’re bringing you… Star Wars Trivia Night! Put your knowledge of the Force, light sabers, starships, and famous fights to the test – all while sipping on the best cocktails in town! Whether you’re a Jedi Master or a Sith Lord, now is the time to assemble your allies and prepare for an epic night of interstellar fun Thursday, May 30th!
Call 715-839-0601 now to RSVP your team of four. May the force be with you!

CAMPFIRE STORIES: a night of fact, fiction, and fire
2024-05-28 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for “a night of fact, fiction, and fire” where we bring in local writers, storytellers, and songwriters for an intimate taste of our local literary and music communities.
FREE to attend. Get a craft drink and join us; stories begin at 7pm! Or, come hungry and join us for a bite to eat while you enjoy the event!
