LIVE MUSIC: D. Janakey
2025-09-20 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

LIVE MUSIC: Wyatt Thomson
2025-09-23 18:00 - 20:00
Wyatt Thomson possesses a voice that echos the soundscapes of the dance halls, supper clubs, and road houses that still litter the landscape of his home in the Chippewa Valley of Wisconsin.
​Citing Tom Waits as his biggest influence, it’s safe to say that Thomson (Like Waits) seems to have skipped right over decades of music that might have otherwise changed his sound for the worst.
One of Thomson’s biggest appeals is that he sounds like an artist transported from the 1950’s honky tonks of the Midwest, and dropped off into the second decade of the 21st century unscathed by the worst aspects of pop country, pop music, and an industry forever changed by technology.
Not unlike a character from a Roger Miller song, Thomson has the bona fides of working pawn shops, odd jobs, and scraping by in the rust belt landscape of NW Wisconsin. As a result, he’s gained the street wise and cynical wisdom that is earned young from such a life.
The world may press onward with its insane pace, but Thomson ambles along with a casual confidence and story telling tales that feel like they’re ripped from old paperbacks in a truck stop, or found in some lost postwar beatnik manuscript.

Open Mic Night
2025-09-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-01 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-08 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-22 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
2025-09-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-23 19:00 - 21:00
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: The Double Stops
2025-09-26 18:00 - 21:00
Based in Wisconsin’s Chippewa Valley, The Double Stops perform a relaxing blend of guitar-centric pop, classic rock, 90s alternative, and vocal jazz. The duo consists of Emily Watkins (guitar/vocals) and Dustin DeGolier (guitar/vocals), both freelance musicians and educators in western WI. Individually, they frequently perform with various ensembles, exploring jazz, rock, country, funk, blues, and original music. Emily and Dustin both serve on the faculty at the Shell Lake Arts Center summer camps.

LIVE MUSIC: The Jim Phillips Trio
2025-09-27 18:00 - 21:00
Enjoy music from The Jim Phillips Trio, live on The Lakely stage!

FUNDRAISER: Chippewa Valley Tool Library
2025-09-30 18:00 - 20:00
Come eat, drink, and be merry with the Chippewa Valley Tool Library and The Lakely! We are hosting a fundraising event to help increase CVTL’s efforts to share tools, share skills, and share space. 20% of sales between 6-8pm will be donated to the CVTL! Enjoy live music with Andy Hanson from 6-8pm as well!
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.

TH!NK & DR!NK Trivia Night
2025-10-02 19:00 - 21:00
Trivia + Cocktails = Your Thursday Plans
Expect clever questions, great drinks, and a fun, low-pressure vibe—perfect for trivia veterans and casual players alike.
Play on your phone, compete on the big screen, and win prizes just for being the smartest (or luckiest) team (or person) in the room.
Join us select Thursday nights at The Lakely. Doors at 5. Game starts at 7. FREE to play!

LIVE MUSIC: Tyler Lustek Confluence
2025-10-03 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.

LIVE MUSIC: Cody Steinmann Trio
2025-10-04 18:00 - 21:00
Cody Steinmann is a Minneapolis-based jazz guitarist, composer, and educator known for his genre-defying style, technical prowess, and deep emotional expression. Originally from Wisconsin, he began his formal music training at Milwaukee Area Technical College, where he earned an Associate’s Degree in Music Occupations. He later attended the University of Wisconsin – Parkside, supported by the prestigious Rita Tallent Picken scholarship. Steinmann has studied under an impressive roster of mentors, including Steve Peplin, Russ Johnson, JD Allen, Solomon Parham, Jesse Catalino Montijo, Ari Honig, Johannes Weidenmueller, Scott Hesse, and Pete Mccan among others.

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Cap’n Seabeard
2025-10-07 18:00 - 20:00
Cap’n Seabeard is a musical project of varying lineup based on the songwriting of Christopher Schumacher. As a band they play alternative and grungy rock and roll, but Christopher enjoys staying in touch with his origins as a solo performer as well. He plays minor key folk music with introspective lyrics, as well as occasionally paying homage to his influences.

WPR Pint-Sized Concert with Two High Strung at The Lakely
2025-10-10 19:00 - 21:00
Join WPR for an evening of supporting local music, local radio and local beer with a Pint-Sized Concert at The Lakely!
Free to attend, RSVPs are appreciated!
RSVP HERE >>>

LIVE MUSIC: Tim Case & JT Spartz
2025-10-11 18:00 - 21:00
Tim Case is a folk-inspired, country-adjacent singer/songwriter from Wisconsin. His latest album is 2025’s “Hall of Mirrors,” recorded at Pine Hollow in Eau Claire with producer Evan Middlesworth. Kinda folk, sorta rock, almost country, the album was praised by the Eau Claire Leader-Telegram as, “A modern, uniquely-Wisconsin take on classic folk and Americana music.” Primarily relying on finger-picked acoustic guitar and raw, heartfelt vocals, on stage he has earned a reputation as a charming storyteller and compelling live performer.

JT Spartz is the driving force behind Madison-based Roots Rock / Americana band Dogtown Hollow. With a warm voice and grounded approach to song craft, Spartz draws on equal measures of rootedness, connection, movement, and isolation. Dogtown Hollow was a 2024 Americana Artist of the Year nominee by the Midwest Country Music Organization based largely on the songwriting and musicianship of its 2024 EP “Rivers, Roads & Bridges.” A follow-up EP, “Watch Your Step!” was released in July 2025.

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Single Stem
2025-10-14 18:00 - 20:00
Single Stem is the solo singer/songwriter act of Marjorie Craemer and her guitar. Single Stem sings songs from the heart; Americana, folk, a little bit of country, as well as original songs.

BOARD & BITE: An Educational Grazing Experience
2025-10-16 18:00 - 19:30
Join Chef Jeremy for a hands-on class where you’ll learn how to build boards that wow—from flavor pairing and seasonal selections to pro tips on slicing, styling, and presentation. You’ll discover a variety of meats and cheeses, explore creative combinations, and leave with the skills (and confidence) to impress at your next gathering.
Your ticket includes:
🔸 Guided instruction + tastings
🔸 A complimentary recipe book to recreate boards at home
🔸 A Lakely coupon to drink + dine after class
🔸 Option to add an acacia wood board to take home
Tickets are $35 per person, or $65 if you add-on a charcuterie board to take home.
It all happens Thursday evening, October 16th at 6pm. Don’t miss it—seating is limited!
GET TICKETS >>>

LIVE MUSIC: Wyatt Thomson & Friends
2025-10-16 18:00 - 21:00

LIVE MUSIC: Eggplant Heroes
2025-10-17 18:00 - 21:00
Eggplant Heroes is an Americana collaboration among Duffy Duyfhuizen, Max Garland, Joel Pace, Olaf Lind, Dan Zerr, and Lucas Fischer, blending four-part harmonies with guitars, fiddle , and trumpet, Eggplant Heroes tries to bring a rich and eclectic musical experience.

LIVE MUSIC: Tyler Lustek Trio
2025-10-18 18:00 - 21:00

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Anicat
2025-10-21 18:00 - 20:00
Anicat is the duo of Annie Jackson and Keith Wojciechowski, blending soulful vocals with masterful guitar. Together, they create a musical experience that is both innovative and deeply rooted in tradition. Their seamless blend of vocals and guitar showcases their individual talents while highlighting their remarkable collaboration.

LIVE MUSIC: Paul Hecht & Friends
2025-10-24 19:00 - 22:00
Paul Hecht is a keyboardist who melds musical influences from straight ahead and free jazz, classical, pop, minimalism, and electronic avant-garde. Hecht’s first album with his Chicago quartet, Pyrography, was released in 2025 by ears & eyes records.

LIVE MUSIC: Josh Gallagher & Aaron Hedenstrom Duo
2025-10-25 18:00 - 21:00
Enjoy an evening of exceptional live jazz with two of the region’s top talents. Pianist Josh Gallagher attended the renowned Berklee College of Music on a full scholarship and studied at the prestigious Brubeck Institute, bringing a rich and expressive sound to every performance. He’s joined by saxophonist Aaron Hedenstrom, a gifted performer and composer who holds a doctorate from the University of North Texas and teaches jazz saxophone at UW–Eau Claire.
Together, they’ll explore a wide range of jazz tunes—from timeless standards to modern interpretations—perfect for a relaxed and memorable night out.

Scream Queens: A BOOlesque Drag Brunch
2025-10-26 10:00 - 13:00
Something wicked this way comes…
Scream Queens: A BOOlesque Drag Brunch!
Join us on Sunday, October 26th for a frightfully fabulous affair where glamour meets ghouls! The queens are serving up sultry scares and dazzling drama in a brunch experience like no other—it’s spooky, it’s sparkly, and it’s the only Halloween brunch where sequins meet screams. These queens know how to work a room (and a broomstick)!
THE LINE-UP:
Khloe Wold
Taylor Ashton
Felicia Ashton
Diablo
Amber Hudson
Devine
Enjoy delicious brunch from our scratch kitchen, sip on hauntingly good cocktails, and prepare to howl with delight. Costumes are highly encouraged, so come dressed to impress (or distress)!
Tickets are only $20, with food and drinks sold separately. Don’t miss the tease of the season—tickets are limited, and this brunch sells out faster than candy on Halloween night.
Parental advisory—show may contain explicit content!
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FUNDRAISER: Owen Park Playground Project
2025-10-28 17:00 - 19:00
Join us for a spooktacular night of family fun — all to help raise funds for a brand-new playground at Owen Park! We are hosting a fundraising event on Tuesday evening, October 28th, to gather as community and support the Owen Park Playground Project. 20% of sales at The Lakely between 5-7pm will be donated! Families and kiddos are welcome, and can enjoy music, games, prizes, and a costume contest! A special “Dinner for the Family” will be available for only $35 and includes pasta and tomato sauce with house salad, breadsticks, and four sodas! Add meatballs for only $5 more. Support a great cause, enjoy delicious food, and have fun—we’ll see you Tuesday evening!

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Davey J & Friends
2025-10-28 18:00 - 20:00
Davey J has shared his soulful sound throughout the Chippewa Valley for 25 years and takes the listeners through time with his set list of rock, blues, and folk music.
