Historic Water St. | Eau Claire
July 23, 2026
WATER STREET COMES ALIVE FOR EAUX CLAIRES
The Eaux Claires Water Street Faire is a free, all-ages celebration happening Thursday, July 23 from 12 to 8 p.m. on Water Street from 3rd Ave to 5th Ave, part of the Week On Water Street event.
Get ready for the best from Water Street businesses, local artists and makers, food trucks, community vendors, a beer garden, live music from Jim Pullman, Auronova, and more, plus interactive public art experiences including a yarn bomb installation, collaborative doodle wall, brewers mural unveiling, envelope exchange, and drum circle. It is a lively summer event designed to showcase the creativity, energy, and community spirit of the Water Street district.
Yarn Bombing Installation
Led by local artist Paula Gorski. Participants contribute to a collaborative yarn sculpture using wrapped branches and colorful fiber materials.
Collaborative Doodle Wall
Created by local artist Patricia Hawkenson (Color the Chippewa Valley Coloring Book). Visitors add doodles, notes, and drawings throughout the day.
Envelope Exchange
Interactive kindness installation where attendees leave and receive uplifting handwritten messages.
Drum Circle
Hosted by local musician Lynn Buske featuring recurring collaborative drumming sessions throughout the day.
THURSDAY, JULY 23 12-7 PM
INTERACTIVE PUBLIC ART EXPERIENCES
PUBLIC ART HIGHLIGHT
Brewers Pop-Up Mural Unveiling
Public viewing and unveiling of the new Brewers mural installation on Water Street by local artist Jenna Wood — a major new addition to the district’s growing public art presence.
Eaux Claires Water Street Faire is an invitation to spend the day in one of Eau Claire’s most creative and character-filled districts. With local businesses, artists, makers, music, food, and community experiences all woven together, the event is designed to capture the energy of A Week On Water Street and give people a fun, easy reason to explore, linger, and connect. It is a celebration of local flavor, artistic expression, and the kind of shared summer atmosphere that makes this district so memorable.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Looking to put your business in front of both local audiences and out-of-town visitors during one of downtown’s most exciting summer weeks? Week on Water Street offers a great opportunity to gain visibility while supporting a fun, high-energy event in the heart of Eau Claire.
We offer several levels of sponsorship, with opportunities designed to fit a range of budgets and promotional goals. If you are interested in reaching eventgoers and showing your support for downtown, please reach out to learn more about available sponsorship options.