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Confluence Dance Project, two dancers

Music, Arts, & Culture

In Eau Claire, both the university and the surrounding community are full of opportunities to experience music, art, and culture. We’re not just occasionally appreciative of the value of music and art, it’s a way of life here. And people across our community are eager to share their cultures with others through food, traditions, music, dance, and welcoming events. 

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In Eau Claire, both the university and the surrounding community are full of opportunities to experience music, art, and culture. We’re not just occasionally appreciative of the value of music and art, it’s a way of life here. And people across our community are eager to share their cultures with others through food, traditions, music, dance, and welcoming events. 

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A Window to the World

Becoming a Blugold is about more than textbooks and lectures. You join a community eager to welcome you and share their passions with you. You’ll find countless chances to make and appreciate music and art. And you’ll find opportunities to learn about a culture different from and, in surprising ways, similar to your own.

Venues & Series
Eau Claire is full of places where you can find art, catch a concert, and attend events that expand your worldview. UWEC also regularly brings speakers and artists to campus each year.
Pablo Center
Foster Art Gallery
The Forum
Artists Series

Just
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Meet Fellow Musicians and Artists
Explore 20 student orgs geared towards music, theatre, and dance.
A History of Music Excellence
Our jazz ensembles have 2 Grammy nominations, 8 DownBeat awards, and 21 albums.
200+ Annual Performances
Help coordinate or participate in one of UWEC's annual music, dance, or theatre performances.
Join a Music Ensemble
With over 20 ensembles to audition for, the stage is yours — no matter your major!
4 Stage Productions
The Music and Theatre Arts Department puts on four incredible stage productions and a dance concert each year.
Scene from the Cook Out on upper campus outside the Hilltop Center
Strength in Diversity
We celebrate diversity throughout the year. Events are designed to educate our campus community and honor the histories, struggles, and accomplishments of people from a range of marginalized populations. Explore heritage months and events.
Celebrating Our Diversity
A performer wearing 1940’s era clothing sings at UW-Eau Claire’s Gatsby’s Gala.
Events for Your Calendar
There are a few events that are considered staples in the UWEC year. Explore our favorite events and mark your calendar so you don't miss any of the fun.
Campus Events
Pablo Center as viewed from across the river at night with the bridge lit up.
Opportunities in Eau Claire
While campus is home to plenty of opportunities to take in or participate in music, arts, and cultural events, the city of Eau Claire offers even more!
Living in Eau Claire
aerial of Carson Park athletic fields
Plan Your Visit
Come experience the music, arts, and culture on our campus and city for yourself.
Schedule Your Visit
students on stage in Starcatcher performance
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2022 mainstage theatre production of Peter and the Starcatcher
2017 Devroy Forum speaker
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The Ann Devroy Memorial Forum is an annual event sponsored by the communication and journalism department with guest speakers representing the best of American journalism and media.
Summer cinema event, student crew staff standing
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The University Activities Commission sponsors dozens of events each year, many also open to the community, like the summer outdoor film series.
The Bias Inside Us exhibit 2022
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Academic departments and other campus units often partner with community efforts and venues to bring entertaining and educational events to the Chippewa Valley. In 2022, UWEC and Pablo Center brought a Smithsonian traveling exhibit, The Science of Bias, which dove into the subconscious working behind societal bias.
Pablo with all of Holiday Concert performers
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A decades-old campus tradition is the UWEC Holiday Concert, a two-show sellout event that puts all ensembles, choirs, orchestra and symphony together for a yearly musical launch of the holiday season.
Continue Exploring
Volume One Events Calendar
Music in Eau Claire | Visit Eau Claire
UWEC Art & Design Department
Music & Theatre Arts Department
Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion
Multicultural Student Services
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