The Oxbow Hotel

Tim Burton Trivia Night!
2023-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Step into the wickedly wondrous world of Tim Burton for a peculiar night of Trivia at The Lakely on October 19th from 7-9pm.
From the twisted tales of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” to the quirky charms of “Beetlejuice,” we’ll explore the bizarre brilliance of Burton’s creations.
Gather your fellow misfits, sharpen your knowledge of the eccentric, and prepare for an evening that’s stranger than fiction!
Prizes and bragging rights await! Call (715) 839-0601 to RSVP your team!

HALLOWEEN DRAG BINGO with Khloe Wold
2023-10-18 19:00 - 21:00
Grab your friends for a crazy night of bingo! Dress up in your Halloween best for a costume contest alongside bingo! No reservations; first come, first served seats and $5 bingo cards. All ages welcome!

The Lakely Presents: Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night
2023-10-17 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-10-10 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-10-03 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-26 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-19 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-12 19:00 - 22:00
Join us each week on Tuesday nights as we feature Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night with a plethora of entertainment and experiences, from musicians and comedians to improv 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!
Each week, a different artist will host the evening, and lead off the program with 20-30 minutes of their own work. Following this performance, open mic begins. Whether it is music, comedy, sketch, live readings, poetry, acting, improv- all are welcome!
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 serve- order is determined by the host. Typically musicians are first, and we end the evening with the stand up comedy performers.
– Each musician gets two songs.
– Each performer doing a spoken piece (whether it is comedy, magic, poetry, etc.) gets five minutes.
– 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.
Come hang with us!
Everyone is welcome!

Late Night Jazz: Josh Gallagher Trio
2023-10-14 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-10-07 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-09 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 group.

Live on The Lakely Stage: North of Main Street Presents 100 Years of Disney
2023-10-13 19:00 - 22:00
North of Main Street presents 100 Years of Disney!
On October 13, Chippewa Valley drummer North Skager joins some of the region’s most in-demand musicians (and fellow Mouseketeers)—Emily Watkins (g), Hans Fuerst (p), and Will DeBlaey (b)—in a thematic performance marking the 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Company. The group presents to the Lakely stage a chronological revue of improvisatory renditions spanning a century of soundtracks from some of the most iconic films and attractions of all time, including songs by the Sherman brothers, Alan Menken, Randy Newman, and Michael Giacchino, among many more. Take part in an inspiring celebration of the composers and lyricists who gave ‘the kingdom’ its iconic voice in pop culture.

DRAG Me To Brunch at The Lakely: Disney Edition!
2023-10-08 09:00 - 14:30
🌟✨ Bippidi-Boppidi-Boo… A Disney DRAG Brunch is coming to you! ✨🌟
Whether you’re a prince, princess, or a Disney villain at heart, we invite you to join us on Sunday, October 8th for two themed shows: an all-ages show in the morning, followed by a 21+ show in the afternoon!
Are you ready to be whisked away into a world of enchantment?!
Tickets are sold by tables of two and you are welcome to purchase more than one table for larger groups. For special requests, please email events@theoxbowhotel.com.

Tickets are $15.00 per person, sold by tables of 2
Ticket sales are non-refundable, non-transferrable
Ticket prices do not include taxes or fees
Tables will be assigned by Lakely staff – please email events@theoxbowhotel.com for special requests/accommodations.
Brunch and drinks are sold separately

ALL AGES SHOW:

9:00AM: Doors Open & Brunch Available
10:00AM-11:00AM: Drag Show Performance
11:00AM-11:30AM: Meet & Greet (This is an additional add on)
11:30AM: Doors Close

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21+ SHOW:

This event is 21+, must have ID present at time of arrival.
12:00PM: Doors Open & Brunch Available
1:00PM-2:00PM: Drag Show Performance
2:00PM-2:30PM: Meet & Greet (This is an additional add on)
2:30PM: Doors Close

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Late Night Jazz: Jazz Flux
2023-10-06 19:00 - 22:00
Jazz Flux is a group comprising several of Milwaukee’s most active performing jazz musicians. The love of jazz has brought this group together to create and maintain one of America’s great musical traditions. The group derives it’s unique sound from elements of hip hop, R&B, and pop while incorporating elements of those genres into it’s performances of traditional jazz. Along with multiple musical influences the band’s performances are distinguished by the high energy the band brings; byproduct of the groups passion for the music and friendship with one another.

Gallery Artist Reception: "Reverie Collection" By Jesse Blake Hay
2023-10-05 19:00 - 21:00
Join us in welcoming our new artist, Jesse Blake Hay, into The Gallery with the debut of his works, “Reverie Collection”.
Artist Statement:
“My work depicts the dreamscape within me. I blend common shapes and geometric themes with the stuff of my subconscious, using bold colors and texture. My hope is that my works are subjective enough to stir up sensibilities from your own subconscious as well. Ultimately, I want every viewer to find a personal meaning in the menagerie of gouache, charcoal, oil pastel, chalk, and acrylic on canvas.”
Artist Bio:
It’s been a full circle odyssey for Jesse. After growing up in Eau Claire, he left in 2009 for what would become a 14 year lap around the US. Now, after spending time in Portland (OR), NYC, Seattle, Eureka (CA), and Austin (TX), he is back in his hometown with art in hand. His modern abstract approach incorporates a variety of mixed media (oil pastel, gouache, acrylic, chalk, charcoal), predominantly done on canvas. He currently lives and does his work on Grand Ave.
View works and more on Jesse’s website.

Live On The Lakely Stage: An Audio & Visual Experience
2023-09-30 17:00 - 23:00
On Saturday, September 30, we invite you to experience with us a journey of expression, instrumentation, and improvisation. Join and witness ten unique audio and visual artists as they explore the cosmic flower, dividing the evening with their talents and vision. Traditional instrumentations will be showcased alongside synthetic and experimental instruments, all while world class Visual Synthesists project their art on The Lakely Stage in curious and dynamic ways for all to see!
Special Guests of this Experience:
ALTRUIT
EYEDUBS
SHAWNA LEE
JOHN C.S. KESTON
CHRIS LEBLANC
JEREMY & MAX YLVISAKER
Donations will be accepted during the event to benefit the Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation Music Access Fund in support of students in the Eau Claire area. If you would like to make a donation in advance of the event, you may do so by going HERE.
The Experience will include:
Synthesis (Visual/Modular): A/V artists will use Digital/Analog (hybrid) setups to express imagery and other creations through projection. Each artist has a unique and individual approach to the processes required to bring these visuals into the world.
Organic Instrumentation: (Hand Drums / Flutes / Guitars / Etc) – Throughout the evening some traditional instruments will be included and used by artists to keep balance and provide a familiar structure to offerings of the evening.
***WARNING, please be aware that if you are sensitive to flashing lights or unexpected sounds you are asked to use your best judgement in attending.
This event is FREE to attend and open to ALL AGES.

Live on The Lakely Stage: Blue Ox Trio
2023-09-29 19:00 - 21:00
The Blue Ox Jazz Trio is a Twin Cities based professional jazz ensemble that performs frequently in and around the metro area. Since their beginning in late 2020, the Trio has frequented Herbie’s on the Park, KJ’s Hideaway, the late Black Dog, and MetroNOME Brewery, among others. The trio performs frequently at senior living communities, and to date has presented over one hundred retirement performances. The group recorded their first album in 2021 and recently released their second in 2023. They have recently recorded their third album, set to be released in the summer of 2024.

Fuckup Nights Eau Claire V2
2023-09-28 19:00 - 21:00
Fuckup Nights is a global movement (200+ cities, 65 countries) focusing on how failure can transform into radical solutions that help people make better decisions and challenge the status quo.

At our events in Eau Claire, speakers share their never-before-heard stories of professional fuckups to encourage vulnerability, authenticity, and empathy to attendees.

Fuckup Nights Vol. 2 will continue encouraging Eau Claire’s community of Fuckuppers to see there are many just like them.

Closed for a Private Event
2023-09-23 08:00 - 23:00
The Oxbow Hotel and The Lakely are hosting a wedding today, and therefore will be closed.
We thank you for your support and understanding, and look forward to seeing you in the near future!
If you have any questions at all, please feel free to reach out to us by phone or email:
(715) 839-0601 or hello@theoxbowhotel.com
If you are interested in hosting your own wedding or event at The Oxbow, please email events@theoxbowhotel.com

Live on The Lakely Stage: Kate Voss and The Hot Sauce
2023-09-22 19:00 - 22:00
Kate Voss & The Hot Sauce features award-winning vocalist/bassist Kate Voss. With a flair for vintage style, this high energy band performs a range of styles from Hot Club, to Western Swing, to Blues, originals, and hits from the 50’s & 60’s. Originally from Seattle, WA she is a MUST see, dressed to the nines, bouncing her brilliant, bright voice on the microphone and creating an energy that has the entire room dancing!

Bio:
Hailing from the Emerald City, Kate Voss got her start in the club scene in Seattle playing with a variety of groups on piano. When her jazz studies were nearing an end, her musical interests could not be pinned down to a single genre and her teacher assigned her the title of “dilettante”. Luckily for us all, that only inspired Kate to further explore other avenues for making music and ultimately brought her to form Kate Voss & The Hot Sauce which encompasses all the genres she loves. A true variety band, this act pulls from her varied background of jazz, blues, pop, country, western-swing, oldies, americana and rockabilly. As a full-time musician, Voss has cultivated a stage presence that charms and delights folks and a voice that “Nails the authenticity of the era” (JazzTimes) with tunes from Brenda Lee to Nancy Sinatra and Patsy Cline to Ray Charles. Kate has been awarded “Vocalist of the Year” and “Ensemble of the Year” from Earshot Magazine and after her move to Wisconsin in 2021, was nominated for several WAMI awards including Female Vocalist of the year, Instrumentalist of the year, and Free Reed Player of the Year. As leader of this band, Kate sings lead vocals, plays the Ukulele Bass, and occasionally plays melodica while staying true to her one rule in this band: Kate says “We only play songs I love.”

VINYL NIGHTS: DJ Trio
2023-09-21 19:00 - 22:00
Three ladies from the 80’s spin their favorite hits to get you up and dancing!
DJ Trio is comprised of three local cousins with family in the music industry that grew up listening to their favorite hits on vinyl. They wanted an excuse to get together to listen and share their favorite tunes, so they formed “DJ Trio” and have been spinning ever since.

Live From The Lakely Stage: Evan Walton & Jeremy Boettcher
2023-09-16 19:00 - 22:00
Introducing a dynamic musical duo that’s ready to take you on a captivating journey through melodies and rhythms: Evan Walton, a singer-songwriter, originally hailing from Minneapolis, and a recent graduate of the illustrious Berklee College of Music, brings a rich blend of skills to the stage. With roots as a multi-instrumentalist and a performance history that spans the nation, Evan’s musical prowess finds himself as a notable figure in the Eau Claire based group Once More, Autumn, adding a layer of indie charm to his vibrant musical persona.
Complementing Evan’s artistry is bassist Jeremy Boettcher, an international traveler of musical expression. His global escapades have led him to grace stages across continents including prestigious venues like Jazz at Lincoln Center-Doha and Jazz at Lincoln Center-Shanghai. Jeremy’s eclectic background has been further enriched by extensive tours in S. Carey, adding a touch of diversity to his musical tapestry.
Prepare for a melodic voyage as Evan and Jeremy intertwine their skills, reimagining cherished classics alongside fresh modern hits. Just as Pete Maravich’s basketball finesse astonished audiences, this musical duo is primed to surprise you with their own creative flourishes, promising an experience that’s both nostalgic and refreshingly novel.

Live on The Lakely Stage: Paul Hecht and Kat Sherman Duo
2023-09-15 19:00 - 22:00

MARVEL Trivia Night
2023-09-14 19:00 - 21:00
Calling all MARVEL fans!
Get ready for an epic night of trivia and excitement at our MARVEL Trivia Night!
Gather your own Fantastic Four, brush up on your MARVEL knowledge, and prepare for a battle of wits!
📅 Date: September 14th
⏰ Time: 7-9pm
📍 Location: The Lakely
📞 RSVP: Call 715-839-0601 to reserve your spot!
Unleash your inner Tony Stark, Black Widow, or Thor as you tackle challenging questions about the MARVEL universe. Bragging rights and an evening of fun await! Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love a good challenge, don’t miss out – mark your calendars and RSVP now!

Live on The Lakely Stage: The Swongos
2023-09-08 19:00 - 22:00
The Swongos are a three piece instrumental Surf Band from the St. Croix River Valley on the Minnesota/Wisconsin border. In addition to Surf Music, they have many styles of music such as Spy, Exotica, and Indie Rock sprinkled in their songs and sound. The Swongos are influenced by traditional surf music like Dick Dale and the Ventures but also groups such as the Pixies, and Los Cubanos Postizos. While playing live the Swongos show not only their strong talent and musicianship but also their “nice guy next door” personalities.

Drag Bingo with Khloe Wold
2023-09-06 19:00 - 20:30
Gather your crew for an unforgettable evening, because this isn’t your grandma’s bingo night!
We’ll have dancing, singing, and of course, BINGO that’s gonna knock your sequined socks off!
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, September 6
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Arrive early to snag your spot)
📍 Location: The Lakely
🎟️ No reservations needed
💰 Bingo cards: $5.00 each (Grab ’em while they’re hot!)
🍹 Drink specials that’ll make your taste buds twirl
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages are welcome!
Hosted by dazzling diva Khloe Wold!

The Lakely Presents: Clearwater Comedy Open Mic Night
2023-09-05 19:00 - 22:00

Late Night Jazz: Jeremy Boettcher Group
2023-09-02 19:00 - 22:00
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.

Live on The Lakely Stage: D Janakey
2023-09-01 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. Thoughout his 9 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

Country Music Karaoke Night
2023-08-31 19:00 - 22:00
Feeling like you Should’ve Been a Cowboy?
Then you’re in luck, because The Lakely has Gone Country!
For one night only, Country Music Karaoke Night hits The Lakely stage! Boot Scootin’ Boogie your way downtown for an evening of classic country hits, hosted by ours truly, Honky Tonk Tessa. Grab your friends (especially the ones in low places) and let’s have a honky tonk!
All the fun happens under a Neon Moon on Thursday, August 31, 7-10pm.
Free to attend, country western dress encouraged. Trust us, you’re going to like it, love it, want some more of it!
