The Oxbow Hotel

LIVE MUSIC: Paul Hecht Jazz Trio
2026-04-04 18:00 - 21:00 (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.

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Joe Thielen
2026-04-07 18:00 - 20:00
On Tuesday nights at The Lakely we’re turning things up with Tune-In Tuesdays—a live music series featuring rising artists and fresh sounds. From indie and folk to soulful acoustic sets, each performance is a chance to discover new talent in a cozy, cocktail-forward setting. Whether you’re winding down or gearing up, Tune-In Tuesday is your perfect midweek reset.
Come early for the craft cocktails, stay for dinner and the music.
Interested in performing? Send us a message at Events@TheOxbowHotel.com
Joe Thielen performs in a handful of bands in the Chippewa Valley, including Yam Cannon, Hey Joe, Grodge, and the Sliced Bread Jug Band. In addition to these efforts, He also recently completed an album of solo material at Philville Records, accompanied by members of the Driftless Revelers, and is plotting a release in 2026.
Thielen also enjoys writing and performing acoustic music on patios, porches, living rooms and dank basements. Joe’s original music is an odd combination of Woody Guthrie, The Kinks, The Grateful Dead, The Cure, Boston, and The Velvet Underground, with lyrics sprung from a mind that enjoys meandering through strange spaces. Many people have reported “having a nice time*” or “having fun*” when seeing Joe play music. You and your friends might have a nice time, too.
*may not be direct quotes, viewer discretion advised

Open Mic Night
2026-04-08 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-22 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-29 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-06 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!

DRAG BINGO with Khloe Wold
2026-04-09 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-23 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.

LIVE MUSIC: Sue Orfield & Randy Sinz
2026-04-10 18:00 - 21:00
Sue Orfield and Randy Sinz play a rich mix of old country music and light jazz, with a little blues thrown in for flavor. Randy sings and plays guitar and Sue joins in on her sax and occasional background vocals. Together their expertise and good company make for a lighthearted and fun evening of music!

LIVE MUSIC: Tyler Lustek & Dean Granros
2026-04-11 18:00 - 21:00
Tyler Lustek is a pianist, composer, arranger and educator from Eau Claire, WI. Tyler is involved with a variety of musical projects around the Chippewa Valley including his own quintet the Tyler Lustek Confluence, avant-garde jazz duet Lustek / Granros, piano/cello duet Duo Vivace, and the Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra. Tyler is also co-director of the jazz combo program at UW-Eau Claire.

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Emily V.
2026-04-14 18:00 - 20:00
On Tuesday nights at The Lakely we’re turning things up with Tune-In Tuesdays—a live music series featuring rising artists and fresh sounds. From indie and folk to soulful acoustic sets, each performance is a chance to discover new talent in a cozy, cocktail-forward setting. Whether you’re winding down or gearing up, Tune-In Tuesday is your perfect midweek reset.
Come early for the craft cocktails, stay for dinner and the music.
Interested in performing? Send us a message at Events@TheOxbowHotel.com
Emily V is a hospice music therapist by day and open mic attendee by night. She is passionate about fostering expression, connection, and community through music making. She plays acoustic versions of a wide variety of music spanning from classic country, rock, and modern pop to provide an experience that can resonate with anyone.

LIVE MUSIC: Rylee Lynn
2026-04-16 18:00 - 20:00
Rylee Lynn is a musician based in the Eau Claire area and a self-taught performer who loves bringing a mix of classic rock, pop hits, and a little country to every show. She creates a fun, feel-good atmosphere where guests can sing along, unwind, and enjoy great music. Join her for a night of live tunes, good vibes, and delicious cocktails.

Eau Claire Jazz Festival: Jazz Crawl
2026-04-17 19:00 - 23:00
We serve up live jazz all year long—but Jazz Crawl night hits different. On Friday, April 17, join us for two powerhouse performances during the Eau Claire Jazz Festival:
Jazz Flux | 7–9PM
ADJUDICATOR All-Star Combo | 9–11PM
It’s one of the most electric nights of the year on The Lakely stage. Wristbands required for entry—get yours now!
Jazz Crawl is the transformation of downtown Eau Claire into a New York jazz scene. Here, you can explore over 40 exceptional music groups at 17 different venues (all-ages and 21+). This year, our groups will be featuring a variety of music styles including ragtime, blues, acoustic, and big band. Join over 3,000 people and enjoy this once a year celebration!
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LIVE MUSIC: Sue Orfield Jazz Trio
2026-04-18 19:00 - 22:00
Sue Orfield is a tenor saxophonist and vocalist based in the Chippewa Valley. A prolific recording artist, she has contributed to hundreds of albums throughout her career and continues to perform and tour internationally.

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Shane Yetter and the Yetis
2026-04-21 18:00 - 20:00
On Tuesday nights at The Lakely we’re turning things up with Tune-In Tuesdays—a live music series featuring rising artists and fresh sounds. From indie and folk to soulful acoustic sets, each performance is a chance to discover new talent in a cozy, cocktail-forward setting. Whether you’re winding down or gearing up, Tune-In Tuesday is your perfect midweek reset.
Come early for the craft cocktails, stay for dinner and the music.
Interested in performing? Send us a message at Events@TheOxbowHotel.com

Born on the bayou of Louisiana and raised in Minnesota, Shane landed in Wisconsin with a guitar and a dream.

In July 2025, he launched The Eau Claire Guitar Academy — voted the number one music lesson studio in the Chippewa Valley in 2025 by Volume One in its first year of operation.

But Shane isn’t just a teacher. He’s a fixture of Eau Claire’s live music scene. A weekly regular at the Lakely. A man who befriended every local musician he met and jammed with them simply for the love of it. His influences run from Bob Dylan to Pink Floyd to Led Zeppelin, and his sound — a fusion of folk, existential, and romantic rock — belongs to no one but him. Over 70 original songs on Spotify and counting.

Many of those musicians he’s befriended over the years will join him on stage. Bob Wynkoop on mandolin, Jim Nelson on bass and John Utphall on violin and keys, just to name a few.
This is Shane’s music. Original. Unboxed. Uncategorizable.

He doesn’t fit a mold. He makes his own.

LIVE MUSIC: The Gilmore Family Band
2026-04-24 18:00 - 21:00
A romance depicted through the Art of Music
In 2000, Shannon and Jason Gilmore embarked on their musical journey, sharing the stage with The Old Dog Band in Colorado Springs. Their friendship was forged through Shannon’s vocals and Jason’s mastery of the guitar and mandolin. Despite Shannon relocating to California in 2005, their connection endured, while Jason continued to explore his musical path, contributing to various bands in the Colorado Springs area. By 2016, Shannon returned, engaging in the local music scene and taking ownership of a significant music venue. More than a decade later, Shannon and Jason rekindled their musical partnership, spanning multiple genres and evolving their friendship into something deeper. This evolution led to the birth of The Gilmore Family Band in 2019. After a brief stint in Boulder, CO, the Gilmore’s ventured north to Wisconsin’s driftless plains in October of 2023, embracing a new musical chapter and unveiling their debut album, MESS THAT WE MADE. Marking another exciting turn in their ongoing adventures.

LIVE MUSIC: Jeremy Boettcher Trio with Special Guest Tap Dancer Ashley Gonzales
2026-04-25 19:00 - 22:00
This special performance features Josh Gallagher on piano, Shane Leonard on drums, and Jeremy B. on bass, joined by Minneapolis-based tap dancer Ashley Gonzalez. A prominent and dynamic voice in the Twin Cities tap scene, Ashley brings rhythm, movement, and spontaneous interaction into the music, turning the bandstand into a true conversation between sound and dance. Expect deep grooves, open interplay, and a night where jazz and tap meet in real time.
Renowned bassist Jeremy Boettcher 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.

QUEENS IN BLOOM: a Springtime Drag Brunch
2026-04-26 10:00 - 13:00
Step into spring with a drag brunch that’s bright, bold, and full of life!

QUEENS IN BLOOM brings together the energy of the season with standout performances, sharp style, and an all-glam cast that knows how to celebrate, complete with jaw-dropping performances and dance-in-your-seat fun!

Featuring Khloe Wold, Jem Stone, Diablo, Shayonce, Taylor Ashton, and Nova RioTea, expect an experience that delivers from the first number to the final bow.

Tickets are $20 for general admission, and the show is 18+. Doors open at 10am, and the show kicks off at 11am. And because we don’t do anything halfway, you can upgrade your experience and add bottomless mimosas for only $30 or go all in with all-you-can-eat French toast + bottomless mimosas for only $40! Our full brunch and drinks menu will also be available for purchase at the event, some come hungry!

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FUNDRAISER: L.E. Phillips Career Development Center
2026-04-28 17:00 - 19:00
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, April 28, from 5-7pm and invite your friends and family to come out for dinner and drinks in support of a local cause! 20% of sales from The Lakely will be donated directly to the L.E. Phillips Career Development Center.

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Cap'n Seabeard
2026-04-28 18:00 - 20:00
On Tuesday nights at The Lakely we’re turning things up with Tune-In Tuesdays—a live music series featuring rising artists and fresh sounds. From indie and folk to soulful acoustic sets, each performance is a chance to discover new talent in a cozy, cocktail-forward setting. Whether you’re winding down or gearing up, Tune-In Tuesday is your perfect midweek reset.
Come early for the craft cocktails, stay for dinner and the music.
Interested in performing? Send us a message at Events@TheOxbowHotel.com
Cap’n Seabeard is a band of varying lineup centered in the songwriting of Christopher Schumacher. With a range of influences from folk to alternative, the songwriting is a prominent element with a sound to convey the message of the lyrics.

LIVE MUSIC: Grant Schroeder
2026-04-30 18:00 - 20:00
Grant is a local leathersmith who has been attending open mics in town offering both acoustic and electric sets, he’s even offered interactive sound baths, letting participants create walls of sound alongside him. He loves his effect pedals but always seeks to create the most beautiful sound he can with or without them.

Check out his socials on instagram:
@unmoor_
@gramps.creative

LIVE MUSIC: Between Howls
2026-05-01 18:00 - 21:00
Between Howls are dynamic vocalist/violinist Ren Cooper Howl & guitarist/singer-songwriter Nick Muska Howl. The two perform a blend of folk, rock and blues featuring a distinctive take on the catalogs of artists past & present alongside their own original material.

LAKELY LIMITED: Torbey & Davis
2026-05-02 19:00 - 22:00
Torbey & Davis make music that feels both familiar and freshly lit, with a classic tone. Their sound slips easily from soft-touch jazz to spirited swing, turning a room into a place where conversation hums and glasses clink a little brighter. Based in Eau Claire, WI, vocalist and trombonist Mira Torbey, and guitarist and vocalist Tim Davis thrive on the charm of intimate performance.
PHOTO CREDIT: AARON SCHYE

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Carlton Fowler
2026-05-05 18:00 - 20:00
On Tuesday nights at The Lakely we’re turning things up with Tune-In Tuesdays—a live music series featuring rising artists and fresh sounds. From indie and folk to soulful acoustic sets, each performance is a chance to discover new talent in a cozy, cocktail-forward setting. Whether you’re winding down or gearing up, Tune-In Tuesday is your perfect midweek reset.
Come early for the craft cocktails, stay for dinner and the music.
Interested in performing? Send us a message at Events@TheOxbowHotel.com
Carlton Fowler is an eclectic musician, drawing from many influences spanning over a century. A musical omnivore, you never know exactly what he has in store, be it a traditional, hundred year-old song, a modern musical marvel, or a concoction of his own creation. He keeps things fresh, fun, and friendly.

PATIO SESSIONS: Todd Adams
2026-05-07 18:00 - 21:00
Todd Adams is a singer / songwriter from the Chippewa Valley who is currently finishing his second album. The show will focus on this album and his previous but, will be strewn with songs from folks throughout the years. Guitar and vocal of the acoustic vein. Music of sin and salvation, love and loss, reflection and revolution.

LIVE MUSIC: Jack Norton
2026-05-08 18:00 - 21:00
Travel back in time with Emmy Award winning songwriter Jack Norton, for a concert of vaudeville blues, old-time country, and vintage Americana folk music.
Singer/songwriter Jack Norton says he was born somewhere in rural Georgia during the summer of 1879 to a family of itinerant workers. He spent his childhood in the Deep South, drifting from town to town, eventually learning how to play the guitar from legendary blues musician Blind Lemon Jefferson.
When he was 12, he ran away from home to join the circus and later worked as a banjo player, vocal contortionist, and comedian in a traveling medicine show.
He eventually resurfaced in New Orleans, playing acoustic guitar in Jelly Roll Morton’s band. It was here that Norton tried his hand at songwriting, crafting songs which were stolen by Buddy Bolden.
Never one to settle down, Norton moved to New York City and quickly found himself in the heart of Tin Pan Alley, penning hit songs for Al Jolson, Rudy Vallee, and a young Bing Crosby.
Norton recorded his first records for Okeh in Asheville, North Carolina, in the summer of 1925. It was here that he influenced Jimmie Rodgers and Emmett Miller. He has been recording and touring ever since. Throughout the 1930s, Norton drifted from town to town, riding the rails and singing for his supper. During the folk boom of the early 1960s, Norton would influence artists such as Dave Van Ronk and Bob Dylan.
Today, Jack Norton is celebrating over 100 years as a recording artist. He continues to perform live, touring the world, playing his unique blend of vintage blues, ragtime jazz, and hokum folk.

LIVE MUSIC: Tim Rex Davis Quartet
2026-05-09 19:00 - 22:00
A fixture in the Chippewa Valley’s entertainment scene, and known for his inventive arrangements, collaborative spirit, and commitment to nurturing local talent, Davis blends traditional swing with modern harmonic language, drawing influence from artists like Bill Evans, Keith Jarret and Ryo Fukui. In 2022, Davis founded Artem Entertainment, an Eau Claire–based organization dedicated to supporting live performance, artistic collaboration, and community-based production. Under his direction, Artem has curated events ranging from intimate jazz nights to large-scale showcases, bringing together musicians across genres and generations. Davis continues to perform regularly while composing original work, directing ensembles, and mentoring young artists. His efforts reflect a deep belief in the transformative power of music and its role in building sustainable creative culture in smaller communities.

BRUNCH IN BLOOM: A Mother's Day Jazz Brunch Buffet
2026-05-10 10:00 - 14:00
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a brunch that feels as special as the occasion!
Join us at The Lakely for Brunch in Bloom, a buffet-style experience paired with the live music stylings of the Paul Hecht Jazz Quartet. Enjoy a thoughtfully prepared spread featuring fresh fruit, pastries, and yogurt parfaits, alongside comforting favorites like Florentine strata, biscuits and gravy, blueberry pancakes, and more.
Build your perfect plate at our avocado toast station or indulge at the salted caramel French toast station.
It’s a relaxed, joy-filled way to gather, linger, and celebrate with the people you love.
PLUS! As a little extra thank-you, Mom enjoys a complimentary “Mommosa,” our treat.
Reservations are required: Call 715.839.0601 or stop in to reserve your table.
$39 Adults / $19 Ages 6–12 / 5 & under eat free

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: A.A.Ron
2026-05-12 18:00 - 20:00
On Tuesday nights at The Lakely we’re turning things up with Tune-In Tuesdays—a live music series featuring rising artists and fresh sounds. From indie and folk to soulful acoustic sets, each performance is a chance to discover new talent in a cozy, cocktail-forward setting. Whether you’re winding down or gearing up, Tune-In Tuesday is your perfect midweek reset.
Come early for the craft cocktails, stay for dinner and the music.
Interested in performing? Send us a message at Events@TheOxbowHotel.com
Aaron Schye (A.A.Ron) is a multi-instrumental, folk-rock musician from Eau Claire, WI known for his eclectic sets, high-energy performances, and charismatic stage presence. From soothing acoustic sweetness to screaming metal solos he is unafraid to challenge the status quo with his “be yourself” attitude towards musicianship. Aaron began his pursuit writing unique acoustic arrangements of classic songs from across the musical spectrum. In time he began composing his own music drawing inspiration from bands like Death Cab for Cutie, Tenacious D, and Iron Maiden. Strongly influenced by his time spent in the mountains of Montana, his music features elements of storytelling, adventure, comedy, tragedy, hope, and horror bridging the genres of folk, progressive rock, and symphonic metal.
