The Oxbow Hotel

LIVE MUSIC: Paul Hecht Trio
2024-05-10 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
Paul Hecht brings a wide musical curiosity and a commitment to jazz traditions in the piano/keyboard trio format. Hecht trained with musicians from Detroit and Chicago and now divides his time between Chicago and Eau Claire.

LIVE MUSIC: Brittany Ann Tranbaugh & Sadie Gustafson-Zook
2024-05-11 19:00 - 22:00
Brittany Ann Tranbaugh (pronounced TRAN-baw) is a Philadelphia-based songwriter whose queer Americana heartbreaker “Kiss You” won Song of the Year in the 2021 John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Tranbaugh has been writing songs and playing shows as a side gig since she was a teenager, but in February 2023, at 31 years old, she finally quit her office job to pursue a full-time career in music. Her newest release is a self-titled EP produced by Grammy-winner Tyler Chester which showcases Tranbaugh in her new era: energetic, self-assured, surrounded by her beloved musical community, and more commanding as a vocalist and writer than ever before.

Every time Sadie Gustafson-Zook (pronounced GUST-of-sin Zook (rhyming with “book”) carves a linoleum block, sews a pencil case out of scraps, or admires the way the ink in her Pilot G-2 glides over her journal, she thinks, “I should be doing this all the time.” The act of creating something tangible is the air Sadie breathes. Her songwriting is the same- weaving an internal dialogue, the stories she tells herself, warm melodies and clever chords into something real, something she can physically feel with her hands and her throat. And chances are that you’ll be able to feel them too. Sadie’s songs have been endorsed by some of the most respected songwriting contests in the country, winning Kerrville Folk Festival’s 2022 New Folk Contest (as well as placing as a finalist in 2020), earning second place at the Rocky Mountain Folk Fest’s Songwriter Showcase, and winning first place at the NewSong + LEAF Songwriting Contest. Sadie has been featured on the Basic Folk podcast and on Folk Alley.

Mother's Day Drag Brunch
2024-05-12 08:30 - 12:00
Celebrate with Mom in style at The Lakely’s Mother’s Day Drag Brunch! Join us on Sunday, May 12th, 2024, for a morning of fabulous fun and fierce performances! Treat mom to an unforgettable experience filled with laughter, entertainment, and delicious eats and drinks!
Tickets are $20 per person and all ages are welcome to enjoy the show! Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Doors open at 8:30 am, with the dazzling performances kicking off at 10:00 am!
GET TICKETS

FIRESIDE TUNES: Garden Party
2024-05-14 19:30 - 22:00
Garden Party is a trio who met as members of the Ukulele Club of Eau Claire and make sweet harmonies in the genres of Folk, Pop, and Americana.
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.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Hosted By Philville Records
2024-05-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-05-22 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-05-29 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-05 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-12 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!

CANCELLED: TRIVIA NIGHT: Big Bang Theory
2024-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | The Oxbow Hotel, 516 Galloway St., Eau Claire, WI, 54703, United States
It’s time to put your knowledge to the test – join us Thursday, May 16th at 7PM for Big Bang Theory Trivia Night! Study up and gather your fellow brainiacs for an evening of questions inspired by your favorite geeky sitcom. Grab a drink and snack on one of our delicious shareables as we take a deep dive into the quirky world of Sheldon, Leonard, Penny, and the gang! Sign up your team of four by calling (715) 839-0601!

LIVE MUSIC: D. Janekey
2024-05-17 19:00 - 22:00
D. Janakey’s folk songs ride the edge between autobiographical and transcendental story telling. Drawing comparisons to Prine & Paul Simon, these are songs that ring with life. They breath and sway, and then float away. Throughout his nine years of playing live music, Janakey has shared the stage with Dave Simmonette of Trampled by turtles, Mason Jennings, Ezra Bell, Haley Bonar, Boris Mccutchen, and Them Coulee Boys.

Second Annual North Hill Spring Market
2024-05-18 10:00 - 16:00
Over 50 vendors of crafts, vintage clothes and wares, art and apothecary, with food trucks and live music.

LIVE MUSIC: Jeremy Boettcher Trio
2024-05-18 19:00 - 22:00
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.

DRAG BINGO Hosted by Khloe Wold
2024-05-23 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!

LIVE MUSIC: Sean Carey Group
2024-05-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-05-25 19:00 - 22:00
Dive into the dynamic world of jazz as Sean Carey, renowned drummer and visionary artist, takes the stage with his hand-selected ensemble for an unforgettable performance. Experience the rhythmic prowess and creative energy of Carey as he leads the group through an evening of captivating improvisations and infectious grooves.

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!

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!

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!

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!

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

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.

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.

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)!

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 >>>

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!

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.

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: 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.
