Open Mic Night
2026-06-10 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-17 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-01 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-08 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-22 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-29 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
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
2026-06-11 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-06-25 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.

LAKELY LIMITED: Little Way
2026-06-12 18:00 - 21:00
Lakely Limited is a series of live performances and special engagements at The Lakely, carefully chosen to create distinct nights of music, atmosphere, and connection. When you see this special designation, expect an experience that’s designed to be savored, and an event that’s worth planning for.
Little Way is a duo composed of husband and wife Braedon and Kayla Hoecherl. We play country music and believe good words and truth matter more than pristine production. We play a mix of well-known songs, new and classics. From artists like Willie Nelson, Alabama, and Garth Brooks to Zach Bryan, Tyler Childers, and Chris Stapleton. We throw in some of our unique preferences as well, including Flatland Cavalry, Muscadine Bloodline, and Charles Wesley Godwin. We’re not about perfection, so you’ll hear our little mistakes and unrefined techniques. At least we can say it’s real. Music has been a part of our lives for quite a long time. We met at a summer camp where we have played in the band for years. Braedon has played music for 10+ years, and Kayla has played for many years as well. We record music in our small home studio tucked away in the northwoods of Wisconsin.

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Dylan Harris
2026-06-16 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
Originally from Elgin, IL, Dylan Harris is an entertaining artist, guitarist and songwriter making his home in Wisconsin’s Kickapoo Valley. He likes to whistle while he works and has a talent for interpreting the music of others, delivering it with his own recognizable voice. Dylan is known for hosting a circuit of open mics & jam sessions that are staples for the music community in Wisconsin’s Driftless region. He has released four studio albums as Dylan Harris & Good Company, with a live album on the way in 2026. Cha cha cha and let the good times roll!

LIVE MUSIC: Mélange
2026-06-19 18:00 - 21:00
Mélange is a vocal trio featuring Chase Bucheger, Maggie Sills, and Emily Watkins (who also accompanies the group on guitar.) They play a mix of original music and covers spanning the genres of jazz, soul, folk, country, and pop.

LIVE MUSIC: Kat Sherman Group
2026-06-20 19:00 - 22:00
Vocalist Kat Sherman has been on the Eau Claire music scene for more than two decades, performing in a wide variety of styles and venues, and maintaining an active teaching studio in piano and voice.

GERUND RECORDS PRESENTS: A Night of Experimental Music
2026-06-21 18:00 - 20:00
In The Gallery at The Oxbow Hotel, doors open at 5:30. Cash bar available.

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Dave Moser & Friends
2026-06-23 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
Dave will be playing a wide variety of folk songs, original tunes and covers carefully crafted from thousands of custom sounds collected and composed on a Roland workstation keyboard. Some of those songs and sounds will be new to folks in this area, and they don’t exist anywhere else.
Other musicians will be joining on guitar and saxophone for an evening of smooth sounds ranging from folk songs and Americana to rock ballads from Bob Dylan, elaborate versions of Pink Floyd songs and The Cars along with classic country from Johnny Cash, The Little River Band and many others, plus a variety of original songs played on custom sounds created to set the mood for each song.
Dave is planning a relaxing and interesting musical experience in surround sound for the evening. Stop on by.

LAKELY LIMITED: Anicat
2026-06-26 18:00 - 21:00
Lakely Limited is a series of live performances and special engagements at The Lakely, carefully chosen to create distinct nights of music, atmosphere, and connection. When you see this special designation, expect an experience that’s designed to be savored, and an event that’s worth planning for.
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.

TUNE-IN TUESDAY: Tim Case
2026-06-30 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
Tim Case is a folk-inspired, country-adjacent singer-songwriter from Wisconsin. His 2025 album Hall of Mirrors, recorded at Pine Hollow in Eau Claire with producer Evan Middlesworth, moves easily across the Americana spectrum, from sweeping Midwestern epics to playful roots rock, with detours into cosmic country and brooding folk. The album’s nine original songs are grounded in his distinctive lyrical storytelling, balancing warm reflections on family and fatherhood with a wry eye toward the world around him. On stage, Case leans on finger-picked acoustic guitar and raw, heartfelt vocals, earning a reputation as a charming storyteller and compelling live performer.

PATIO SESSIONS: Andy Hanson
2026-07-09 18:00 - 21:00
Patio Sessions is a laid-back seasonal series featuring live music performances and intimate storytelling from local singer-songwriters. This is your front-row ticket to Eau Claire’s creative scene, paired with the easy ambiance of an evening spent outdoors. Grab a craft cocktail and get ready to lean in and listen.
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.

LIVE MUSIC: Sue Orfield & Randy Sinz
2026-07-17 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-16 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!
