The Oxbow Hotel

Open Mic Night
2026-05-27 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
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!

DRAG BINGO with Khloe Wold
2026-05-28 19:00 - 20:30
Forget boring game night—Drag Bingo is the real deal. We’re talking free-to-play rounds, prizes that keep the energy high, and plenty of food and cocktails to fuel the fun. It all kicks off at 7 PM, so bring your appetite and your loudest “BINGO!” voice.

PATIO SESSIONS: Dustin DeGolier
2026-06-04 18:00 - 21:00
Patio Sessions is a laid-back seasonal series featuring live music performances and intimate storytelling from local singer-songwriters. This is your front-row ticket to Eau Claire’s creative scene, paired with the easy ambiance of an evening spent outdoors. Grab a craft cocktail and get ready to lean in and listen.
Dustin DeGolier is a guitarist and vocalist serving greater Northwest Wisconsin. With over 20 years of professional experience, he maintains a busy schedule performing both solo and with a variety of groups spanning jazz, rock, country, blues, and original music. His solo shows incorporate introspective originals alongside an eclectic blend of jazz, classic R&B, and pop, from Duke Ellington and The Beatles to Bill Withers and Neil Young. In addition to performing, Dustin teaches private guitar lessons at the Dancing Bird Art Studio & Music Shop in Cumberland and serves as guitar instructor for the Shell Lake Arts Center’s annual Rock Band Camp. He holds a BFA with emphasis in jazz guitar from UW-Milwaukee.

PATIO SESSIONS: Andy Hanson
2026-07-09 18:00 - 21:00
Patio Sessions is a laid-back seasonal series featuring live music performances and intimate storytelling from local singer-songwriters. This is your front-row ticket to Eau Claire’s creative scene, paired with the easy ambiance of an evening spent outdoors. Grab a craft cocktail and get ready to lean in and listen.
Andy Hanson hails from Eau Claire, WI, and his authentic songs capture life’s highs and lows. With raw originality, he shows how music can connect us through both joy and hardship.
