The Oxbow Hotel

LIVE MUSIC: Valerie Evans & Will DeBlaey
2024-03-30 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
Valerie Evans and Will DeBlaey, a vocal and electric bass duo, deliver a fusion of soulful vocals and rhythmic bass across diverse genres. Their performances create an intimate listening experience, navigating through indie pop, soul, bossa nova, and more. The pair craft a musical landscape with reimagined classics and pop hits infused with their distinctive style.

LIVE MUSIC: Josh Gallagher Group
2024-03-29 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-03-23 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-03-22 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.

DRAG BINGO Hosted By Khloe Wold
2024-03-28 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!

OPEN MIC NIGHT Hosted By Philville Records
2024-03-27 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-03-20 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!

CAMPFIRE STORIES: a night of fact, fiction, and fire
2024-03-26 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: Musical Movies
2024-03-21 19:00 - 21:00
Lights, Camera, Trivia: Step into the spotlight at The Lakely’s Musical Movies Trivia Night!
Delve into the magical world of musical movies as we put your knowledge to the test! From show-stopping numbers to iconic scenes, our trivia night promises to be an unforgettable celebration of the silver screen’s most beloved musicals.
We’ll feature trivia from an epic list of movies, including:
The Greatest Showman
Moulin Rouge
Newsies
Hairspray
Chicago
Burlesque
Wonka
The Sound of Music
High School Musical
Bohemian Rhapsody
Mamma Mia
Les Misérables
Phantom of the Opera
Purple Rain
Grease
Dreamgirls
Singing in the Rain
Sweeney Todd
Across the Universe
Don’t miss out on this musical movie event – mark your calendars for Thursday, March 21st at 7:00 PM and RSVP your team of four now by calling (715) 839-0601!

Karaoke Night at The Lakely
2024-03-19 19:00 - 22:00
Karaoke Night is coming to The Lakely on Tuesday, March 19th, 7-10pm! Grab a cocktail, and get ready to sing your heart out on The Lakely stage!

St. Patrick's Eve with the Quadrantids
2024-03-16 19:00 - 22:00
On the eve of St. Patty’s Day, the Quadrantids (Sue Orfield, Jeremy Boettcher, North Skager and Tyler Lustek) will descend upon the The Lakely stage to celebrate St. Patrick’s day. They’ll present a beautiful collection of traditional Irish folk music done in their own improvisatory stylings, alongside a series of pop tunes by Irish musicians and jazz standards.
The Lakely will feature St. Patrick’s day drink specials, including a Lakely-style Grasshopper, and a Reuben Sandwich special!
We hope to see you there for a rowdy ol’ time. Sláinte!🍀

Live On The Lakely Stage: Songa
2024-03-15 19:00 - 22:00
Come and enjoy an inspiring performance of original music with Songa. Singer-songwriters and lifelong musicians, Mario and Sherry Friedel will take you on a journey with their unique instrumental sound and vocal blend. Their newest EP, “Sunshine in the Rain,” includes songs of hope with a message of love and care for humanity after a period of deep introspection during the pandemic. // Multi-instrumentalists playing guitar, banjo, ukulele, harmonica, melodica and percussion, these artists will take you from folk to country to bluegrass to blues to Latin jazz and back again. A 2021 compilation of seven of Mario’s songs arranged for Big Band Jazz in Janet Planet’s “Under the Venus Moon” was recognized on the Grammy Ballot 2021 under the category Best Vocal Jazz Album // Mario was produced and published by Buzz Cason, Creative Workshop Studio, Nashville, TN and signed to Universal Records in 1971 as a member of White Duck, Jimmy Buffet’s first Coral Reefer Band, along with legendary Americana artist John Hiatt. Sherry is a lifelong music educator and church music director. Mario and Sherry are joined by musicians Will DeBlaey on acoustic bass and Rose Mish on violin, filling out our quartet and contributing to our authentic Americana sound.

Drag Bingo With Khloe Wold
2024-03-14 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-02-22 19:00 - 20:30
Grab your friends for a crazy night of dancing, singing, and of course BINGO!
Event Details:

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Come early to ensure your spot)
No reservations
Drink Specials
All Ages Welcome

Open Mic Night: Hosted by Philville Records
2024-03-13 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-03-06 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-02-28 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-02-21 19:00 - 22:00
Join us each week on Wednesday’s 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! BOGO BEERS AND N/A BEVERAGES FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS!
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
– Each musician gets two songs.
– Each performer doing a spoken piece (whether it is poetry, visual art, magic, 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!

Fireside Tunes: Andy Hanson
2024-03-12 19:30 - 22:00
Andy Hanson is a singer-songwriter from Eau Claire, WI whose songwriting could be found next to the folk, indie, and Americana greats. Born from life experiences and unanswered questions, Andy Hanson works tirelessly to write unique, honest, and poignant music that can be compared to City and Colour, The Tallest Man on Earth, Marcus Mumford, Zach Bryan, Aoife O’Donovan, Sara Watkins, and many others. Even to the seasoned music lover, Andy’s music is familiar while being refreshingly original. Throughout all his music, shows, and experiences, Andy Hanson embodies the belief that life is hard and that music can help.

Late Night Jazz: Scott Burton Trio
2024-03-09 19:00 - 22:00
Late Night Jazz trio with Sean Carey, Scott Burton, and Jeremy Boettcher live on The Lakely Stage from 7-10 PM.

Live On The Lakely Stage: The Gilmore Family Band
2024-03-08 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.

Trivia Night: Bring It On Movies
2024-03-07 19:00 - 21:00
I said BRRRR it’s cold in out there!! Come on in and warm up at The Lakely playing Bring It On Trivia while sitting by the fire and drinking a famous cocktail from your favorite bartender, David! Call ahead to reserve your spot by calling (715)-839-0601!

Vinyl Night: A Night At The Movies with DJ Amy + Levi
2024-03-05 19:00 - 22:00
Come out for vinyl night at The Lakely on Tuesday March 5th to hear songs spun from various movie soundtracks with DJ Levi + Amy.

Live from the Lakely Stage:Paul Hecht and Kat Sherman
2024-03-02 19:00 - 22:00
Late Night Jazz Duo Hecht and Sherman 7-10 PM live on the Lakely Stage.

Late Night Jazz: Sue Orfield, Josh Gallagher and Jeremy Boettcher
2024-03-01 19:00 - 22:00
Late Night Jazz with Trio Orfield, Gallagher, and Boettcher from 7-10 PM on The Lakely Stage.

Rom Com Trivia Night
2024-02-29 19:00 - 21:00
We love, LOVE! If you do too, join us for Rom Com Trivia at The Oxbow Hotel and Lakely on February 29th! Sign up by calling (715) 839-0601.

CANCELLED: Campfire Stories: A Night of Fact, Fiction, and Fire!
2024-02-27 19:00 - 20:30
*BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND and this time, it’s year round!*
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 community.
FREE to attend. Get a craft drink and join us at The Lakely, stories begin at 7pm!
Make it a date night and join us for dinner before the event starts!
If you would like to be a storyteller at an upcoming Campfire Stories, please email events@theoxbowhotel.com

Late Night Jazz: Josh Gallagher, Sean Carey, Jeremy Boettcher Trio
2024-02-24 19:00 - 22:00
Late night jazz with local jazz trio.

Live From The Lakely Stage: Tyler Lustek Group
2024-02-23 19:00 - 22:00
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, and teaches weekly improvisation workshops at Chippewa Falls High School.

Love Never Stops Tour
2024-02-20 19:00 - 21:00
Valentine’s Day comes and goes, but its spirit doesn’t have to be demoted to the post-holiday clearance section. The Love Never Stops Tour offers an alternative: showcasing musicians and writers on the trials and triumphs of love. As artists alternate between songs and spoken word stories, the show will unfold with a variety of styles and genres. Enjoy this unique evening exploring love’s struggles and the hope it holds to help us through the cold winter nights. Eau Claire’s Writer-in-Residence Ken Szymanski will host the event, which will also feature stories by Kaia Simon, Andy Patrie, Lindsey Brandrup, Eric Rasmussen, Rosemary Gosseck-McNeal, Dan Lyksett, and Emily Kassera. Music by singer-songwriters Derick Black and Scotty Hayden.

Ken’s Bio:
Ken Szymanski is Eau Claire’s 2020-2024 Writer-in-Residence. He’s the author of Home Field Advantage and Sit Down and Stay Awhile: My Aunt Lil, a Small-Town Bar, and a Lifetime of Polkas. His writing has appeared in Volume One, The Good Life Review, and on Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Wisconsin Life.” He has organized several “literary concerts” in Eau Claire, and for The Love Never Stops Tour, he has assembled a mix of new voices and seasoned veterans to create a compelling combination of live music and storytelling. For more on Szymanski, visit www.kenszymanski.com
