Mark your calendar for a great event at River Bend! Sip and shop with local artists and makers from 11am to 5pm! Stay to listen to Rafe Carlson perform from 2pm to 5pm. Big Papa BBQ will be here serving food from 11am to 5pm.

Big Papa is a family owned and operated food truck and catering business located just outside of Colfax, Eau Claire, and Chippewa Falls. On the truck they offer Pulled Pork, Chicken and Beef sandwiches, Burnt Ends, Ribs and Rib Tips with traditional sides of baked beans, coleslaw, Mac & Cheese, and Baked Potato.

Along with growing an organic, grassroots fan base across the Midwest, Rafe Carlson has consistently achieved viral success online, garnering over 40 million views on socials media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Rafe has shared the stage with acts such as Trace Adkins, Jon Pardi, Chris Janson, Jake Owen, and many more.

There aren’t many things better than pizza, wine, and music! With Big Ash Pizza coming to River Bend Winery and Distillery you get the best of both worlds, try their amazing wood fired pizza!

Hi there!

My name is Matt and I write songs. I call my music, “Fun Loving-Sunny-Day, Acoustic Music!” I sing, play the acoustic guitar, piano, ukulele and the harmonica.

I write songs to help me feel better and when I play those songs for folks, I hope they feel a little better too.

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

We are the MadLee Band! A new duo in your area, singing all your favorite hits old and current. Both of us have years of band experience and decided to combine into MadLee Band this year! We can’t wait to see you all and enjoy some wine at the beautiful River Bend Winery!

A fun assortment of gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. Ham and cheese? Of course. Pepperoni and cheese? You bet. Bacon and cheese? You got that right! Little Red makes THE BEST grilled cheese around, so you won’t want to miss it.

Jim “Doc” Miller is a Wisconsin based singer/acoustic guitarist who plays original "folk rock flavored" material as well as performing a wide and eclectic range of covers drawn primarily from the Woodstock era of the 60's and 70's, from John Prine to prog rock, Emmylou Harris to the British Invasion, Beatles to Stones and back again, with deep dives into Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot, John Fogerty, Paul Simon and Harry Chapin, while also showcasing contemporary small time folksingers nearly as obscure as Doc himself.

Hello, we are Ne-Ne's Tacos! We started as a family-owned taco truck. We make authentic Mexican food and are expanding to a couple restaurant locations in 2024!

Chad Johnson & The Minnesota Transplants (MN-T’s) are one of the most entertaining and talented bands in the Midwest, infusing their signature blend of Americana and country-rock crossroads into their original music and crowd favorite covers. With their onstage chemistry, and ability to entertain audiences, it’s no wonder they’ve built a dedicated following in the Midwest and beyond. The Acoustic Duo includes members Chad Johnson and Jeenti Dutta.

They've shared the stage with Clint Black, Collin Raye, Craig Morgan, Jon Langston, Joe Nichols, The Gear Daddies, Tyler Braden, Miranda Lambert, Jordan Davis, Jo Dee Messina, Diamond Rio, and Lonestar. Festivals, fairs and events include Winstock Country Music Festival, LIVIN Music Festival, Corcoran Country Daze, Defeat of Jesse James Days, Minnesota State Fair, Dakota County Fair, Steele County Fair, Rice County Fair, and Nitro Rallycross.

The band can be heard on Minnesota radio stations The Wolf, BOB Country, and on Midwest Country Music Originals, a syndicated show. They have six times received the SouthernMinn Scene Best Of award, and were nominated for the 2023 Midwest Country Music Awards Americana Artist of the Year.

Tasty Trolley Food Truck serves up their famous Pulled Pork Super Nachos along with beef Super Nachos, Walking Tacos, and other treats like Ice Cream Sandwiches and Ice Cream Drumsticks. Their Lemonade Slushies are on point!

Born in Austin, TX and now calling Llano, TX home, wannabe farmer - turned musician, Chad Alan has cast a respectable presence in the Austin and surrounding Hill Country music scene for many years.

Smackdaddy’s serves inventive food with a Mediterranean and Cajun inspiration. Their menu includes the blackened chick alfredo, pan bagnat, crepes, gumbo, beignets, croque monsieur, and more.

Two Rivers musical repertoire includes something for everyone. This quartet from Eau Claire, WI performs a mix of country, swing, blues, bluegrass, and old rock 'n roll, along with some of Sue’s originals.

Two Rivers is Sue Orfield (tenor sax, vocals), Randy Sinz (acoustic guitar, bass, vocals), Gregg Wheeler (electric guitar, harmonica, vocals), and Tommy Wieseler (keys, acoustic guitar, vocals). Each has performed professionally with various groups across the United States and beyond for more than 30 years.

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Summer, winery, jewelry... need we say more? Come get a Hello Adorn Endless Bracelet and relax on the patio at River Bend Winery on June 9! Hello Adorn’s ’72 VW Bus, known as Goldie, will park at River Bend with two of our expert makers who will attach some of our favorite chains right to your wrist. No clasp. It’s a forever thing. (Well, until you decide to remove it - it’s not a tattoo. 😜) See you there?

Jackson Taylor is from Medford, Wisconsin and currently resides in Weston, Wi. He covers early to mid 2000's country music along with many originals. In 2018 he released his first single "Let the Night Begin" and in 2019 an EP followed, "Pray Like Hell." In June 2022 he released the single “Painting Pictures.” Then followed by “Out Here” in 2023, alongside a few acoustic releases planned for 2023 & 2024. Playing 70 different venues and close to 175 shows in 2022, Jackson likes to keep things real and authentic. You get what you see with this artist.

The Fluff Co. is creating sweet memories with the young & young at heart. Come to River Bend Winery and Distillery for memories and some great tasting cotton candy!

From classic rock to blues to vintage pop, Micah Uttecht plays the tunes you love the most. At fifteen years old, Micah is already an award-winning vocalist who has graced the stages of dozens of venues across the state including Summerfest and The Wisconsin State Fair. Although a classically trained pianist, Micah’s true love is playing the classics from Prince to Billy Joel. He is joined by his two talented musician buddies Chris and Jaden, who as a bonus happen to be his dad and his brother. This is a group that is sure to entertain and leave you wanting more.

Mark your calendar for a great event at River Bend! Sip and shop with local artists and makers from 11am to 5pm! Stay to listen to Nice N' Easy music from 2pm to 5pm. Big Papa BBQ will be here serving food from 11am to 5pm.

Big Papa is a family owned and operated food truck and catering business located just outside of Colfax, Eau Claire, and Chippewa Falls. On the truck they offer Pulled Pork, Chicken and Beef sandwiches, Burnt Ends, Ribs and Rib Tips with traditional sides of baked beans, coleslaw, Mac & Cheese, and Baked Potato.

Having gigged together in the Chippewa Valley since 1990—most notably in the variety and lounge band “TSR”, Steve Wells and Rob Mondlock continue to enjoy performing great music and entertaining audiences whenever possible.

Comprised of Rob on percussion and trumpet, Steve on piano/bass, with both singing, “Nice and Easy” provides listeners with a wide array of memorable selections. Ranging from

Frank/Dean/Tony to Ricky Nelson to Chicago to Beatles to Duke Ellington, we’re sure you’ll find something to bring back memories, make you smile, and perhaps even sing along with!

There aren’t many things better than pizza, wine, and music! With Big Ash Pizza coming to River Bend Winery and Distillery you get the best of both worlds, try their amazing wood fired pizza!

Adam Moe is a fiddler and singer/songwriter based in Duluth, MN. In 2012, he started the folky-tonk duo Pushing Chain with a former musical partner. For the next eight years, Pushing Chain toured the US and Canada, playing venues big and small and gaining fans the old-fashioned way — face to face, one at a time. Adam has been featured on radio and television and played some of the biggest festivals in the country, including the 2019 Woody Guthrie Festival and the 2019 Kerrville Folk Festival.

Adam believes that good music can make strangers share a table, and he tries to prove it every time he plays. 

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Poor Man's Ridge consists of Brian Trullinger on bass, Jim Hermann on drums, Billy Angell on keys, Lucas Fischer on guitar and vocals, and Sarah Spindler on vocals. We formed with the hope to enthusiastically jam out some really incredible tunes. We combine rock, funk, soul, and R&B into a high energy creative blend. Our music consists of a wide variety of covers from great artist with some tasty originals mixed in.

Poor Man's Ridge has played all sorts of venues in the Chippewa Valley over the last ten years. We hope you enjoy our set!

The Rundowns are a modern acoustic trio featuring Nicole Crumbaker, Maddy Crowell, and Tom Benson.

Caribbean cuisine…think Jerk Chicken or Pulled Pork served with plantain. This authentic Caribbean fare goes great with a chilled glass of River Bend wine or your favorite cocktail. Yum!

We are the MadLee Band! A new duo in your area, singing all your favorite hits old and current. Both of us have years of band experience and decided to combine into MadLee Band this year! We can’t wait to see you all and enjoy some wine at the beautiful River Bend Winery!

There aren’t many things better than pizza, wine, and music! With Big Ash Pizza coming to River Bend Winery and Distillery you get the best of both worlds, try their amazing wood fired pizza!

Roger Lee plays a variety of music with a strong foundation in 70s and 80s country. Gordon Lightfoot, Willie, Don Williams, etc... as well as original music.

Smackdaddy’s serves inventive food with a Mediterranean and Cajun inspiration. Their menu includes the blackened chick alfredo, pan bagnat, crepes, gumbo, beignets, croque monsieur, and more.

The stylistic bond of Kelly Schoenfeld and Chad Brecke make The Shane Weather Duo a can’t miss event at River Bend

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

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 soothing vocal blend. Joining the trio in 2023 is Catya, a musician skilled in multiple genres who has gigged from coast to coast. Multi-instrumentalists playing guitar, banjo, ukulele, fiddle, mandolin, harmonica, melodica and percussion, these artists will take you from folk to country, newgrass to blues to Latin jazz and back again. Rooted in the Nashville songwriting tradition, you won’t want to miss their honest lyrics and pure vocal harmonies.

Songa’s newest EP, released in 2022, Sunshine in the Rain, includes songs of hope and resilience with a message of love. Their 2020 Nashville produced album, Dreams Are in the Making, shows Songa’s true Americana artistry, with authentic songs in the folk, blues and country genres.

A fun assortment of gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. Ham and cheese? Of course. Pepperoni and cheese? You bet. Bacon and cheese? You got that right! Little Red makes THE BEST grilled cheese around, so you won’t want to miss it.

The Fluff Co. is creating sweet memories with the young & young at heart. Come to River Bend Winery and Distillery for memories and some great tasting cotton candy!

From classic rock to blues to vintage pop, Micah Uttecht plays the tunes you love the most. At fifteen years old, Micah is already an award-winning vocalist who has graced the stages of dozens of venues across the state including Summerfest and The Wisconsin State Fair. Although a classically trained pianist, Micah’s true love is playing the classics from Prince to Billy Joel. He is joined by his two talented musician buddies Chris and Jaden, who as a bonus happen to be his dad and his brother. This is a group that is sure to entertain and leave you wanting more.

Tasty Trolley Food Truck serves up their famous Pulled Pork Super Nachos along with beef Super Nachos, Walking Tacos, and other treats like Ice Cream Sandwiches and Ice Cream Drumsticks. Their Lemonade Slushies are on point!

“Cathy Reitz & 7Swing” was founded by musical duo Cathy and Jeff Reitz. Both come from a deep-rooted musical background. For over fifty years Cathy has been a music educator and performer in Wisconsin . Jeff has been playing instruments and performing since the beginning of time. He currently owns the Chippewa Valley Band Instrument Repair Shop, cvbi.repair@gmail.com.

“7Swing’s” entertaining song list starts pre 1920 and travels beyond 2020. It includes the Great American Songbook, Big Band and Swing favorites of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s, along with classics from the decades before and after. A unique feature of the band is our ability to be a bit Bawdy or Family Friendly depending on the venue. If you have a special song you want featured, let "7Swing" know in advance and we will do or best to accommodate that request. Each show is crafted with your audience in mind.

Hello, we are Ne-Ne's Tacos! We started as a family-owned taco truck. We make authentic Mexican food and are expanding to a couple restaurant locations in 2024!

Voted by the readers of Volume One Magazine as one of the Chippewa Valley's top 3 bands for 6 consecutive years and a 5 time WAMI nominate, The Bear Creek Band, based out of West Central Wisconsin, is an "extreme variety" entertainment group performing a huge variety of musical styles from Hank Williams to Z. Z. Top, from Patsy Cline to Pink, in a fast paced professional show sure to please any and all musical tastes. Capable of performing at events of all sizes, including Casinos, Corporate & Private Events, Fairs, Festivals, Concerts, Nightclubs and bars, The Bear Creek Band is a great fit for any and all of your entertainment needs wherever they perform. With full lighting and sound production teams available, The BCB are truly ready to entertain everyone everywhere.

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Mark your calendar for a great event at River Bend! Sip and shop with local artists and makers from 11am to 5pm! Stay to listen to Hailey James music from 2pm to 5pm. Mi Mi Cafe will be here serving food from 11am to 5pm.

Hailey James is a talented singer/songwriter/performer/recording artist who hails from Cottage Grove, MN. She has garnered recognition as a 4-time AWARD WINNER from the Midwest Country Music Organization, receiving prestigious titles such as 2022 Female Vocalist and Songwriter of the Year, as well as the 2021 Midwest CMO New Artist and Song of the Year for her track "Wide Awake."

Recent achievements include playing the Vikings VS Chiefs Halftime Show at US Bank Stadium on October 8, 2023. Hailey has also opened for country music legends including Carrie Underwood, Diamond Rio, Crystal Gayle, etc. along with being able to share the stage with Dustin Lynch in 2021 at Country Fest in Cadott, WI which turned into a viral moment across all her social media platforms.

Adam Moe is a fiddler and singer/songwriter based in Duluth, MN. In 2012, he started the folky-tonk duo Pushing Chain with a former musical partner. For the next eight years, Pushing Chain toured the US and Canada, playing venues big and small and gaining fans the old-fashioned way — face to face, one at a time. Adam has been featured on radio and television, and played some of the biggest festivals in the country, including the 2019 Woody Guthrie Festival and the 2019 Kerrville Folk Festival.

Adam believes that good music can make strangers share a table, and he tries to prove it every time he plays.

Caribbean cuisine…think Jerk Chicken or Pulled Pork served with plantain. This authentic Caribbean fare goes great with a chilled glass of River Bend wine or your favorite cocktail. Yum!

Minnesota based singer, songwriter and guitarist Mark Cameron has been active in live music for over thirty years. Mark began his performing career in the rich folk-rock scene of the early 1970’s and brought this influence into several bands he founded during the 1980’s and 1990’s. Today Mark’s focus is centered on crafting original Blues songs with strong melodies and memorable lyrics. The range of Mark’s material stretches the Blues beyond safe limits with a focus on “foot stompin’, butt shakin” music that is built for a live audience.

Daniel and Claire make up the duo, “the foxfire affair.” These multi-instrumentalists entertain with a guitar, mandolin, concertina, and other instruments to complement their varied musical selections. While trading off lead vocals and harmonies, they’ll span several centuries of music playing everything form Irish traditionals to sea shanties, American folk to rock, and a touch of original material. Not only are they married to one another but also to their craft. They love performing and sharing music with others.

Before marriage and kids, the two performed in separate bands and as fate had it, they ended up in the same band. Their love for music and each other grew. Once life set in, they took an eight-year hiatus to start a new generation of musicians who often join them onstage. Now with the kids growing, Claire and Daniel started “the foxfire affair” to return to their passion.

Tasty Trolley Food Truck serves up their famous Pulled Pork Super Nachos along with beef Super Nachos, Walking Tacos, and other treats like Ice Cream Sandwiches and Ice Cream Drumsticks. Their Lemonade Slushies are on point!

2023 Country Fest Performers, Anna & The Big Boys, are here to excite. Playing folk, pop, and country covers from the 1970’s and beyond - you're not going to want to miss this!

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Voted by the readers of Volume One Magazine as one of the Chippewa Valley's top 3 bands for 6 consecutive years and a 5 time WAMI nominate, The Bear Creek Band, based out of West Central Wisconsin, is an "extreme variety" entertainment group performing a huge variety of musical styles from Hank Williams to Z. Z. Top, from Patsy Cline to Pink, in a fast paced professional show sure to please any and all musical tastes. Capable of performing at events of all sizes, including Casinos, Corporate & Private Events, Fairs, Festivals, Concerts, Nightclubs and bars, The Bear Creek Band is a great fit for any and all of your entertainment needs wherever they perform. With full lighting and sound production teams available, The BCB are truly ready to entertain everyone everywhere.

Come enjoy a poke bowl with the Lunchboxx Food Truck LLC! With a wide variety of bowls available, crab, shrimp, vegetarian, and teriyaki chicken – you’re sure to find something you love!

The Fluff Co. is creating sweet memories with the young & young at heart. Come to River Bend Winery and Distillery for memories and some great tasting cotton candy!

The rhythm is rock solid, the band is tight, and the tunes are probably your favorite songs. Resonate's powerful vocal duo of Micah Uttecht and Calianna Bauer will blow you away. Jaden Uttecht (drums), Madi Rassier (guitar) and Lydia Rassier (bass) are the other local teens who are quickly making a name for themselves. Resonate is passionate about making music and they're sure to entertain. These 2023 Rockonsin finalists have played venues across the state, including SummerFest, regional resorts, wineries and the Northern Wisconsin State Fair. Resonate’s feel-good family friendly show leaves everyone in earshot with a smile on their face.

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Despite being raised the son of a local Country-Rock legend, Noah procrastinated for well over three decades before finally picking up the guitar to begin the new year in 2009. Influenced by everything from folk-rock to hip-hop, Noah has recorded and released several albums which blend the singer-songwriter, acoustic, rock, urban, and electronic styles into a singular Acoustic-Tronic genre. This collage of influences creates a sound that begs listeners to feel something. Currently based out of Madison, WI and regularly touring the Midwest, Noah performs with the use of a looper pedal and various effects, creating a wildly entertaining, full-band sound.

Hello, we are Ne-Ne's Tacos! We started as a family-owned taco truck. We make authentic Mexican food and are expanding to a couple restaurant locations in 2024!

The Other Brothers Band began as a collection of seasoned veterans to the Chippewa Valley music scene who’d graced the stages of “other” local favorites over the past 30 years. Sporting a classic rock format, tight vocal harmonies & outstanding musicianship, the Other Brothers are a “listeners band” to which you can dance.

Smackdaddy’s serves inventive food with a Mediterranean and Cajun inspiration. Their menu includes the blackened chick alfredo, pan bagnat, crepes, gumbo, beignets, croque monsieur, and more.

Mark your calendar for a great event at River Bend! Sip and shop with local artists and makers from 11am to 5pm! Stay to listen to Emm K music from 2pm to 5pm. Smackdaddy's will be here serving food from 11am to 5pm.

Emm K is alternative rock indie singer/songwriter who started her career at a young age. She started writing at 8 years old and wrote guitar accompaniment shortly after. Performing since her early teenage years, her stage presence and her watercolor genre voice captures a wide audience. She is able to bring people together of all walks of life with her wide variety of covers; often older than she is. Emm Ks metaphorical lyrics peel back what’s often unshared and spotlights the sonder moments. her songwriting.

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Maple Ridge began in 2018 when several musicians who had enjoyed jamming together for many years decided to form their own band. The group enjoys playing traditional bluegrass as well as old-time, gospel, and fiddle tunes. They are influenced by such bluegrass greats as the Stanley Brothers, Flatt and Scruggs, the Carter Family, Ola Belle Reid, Doc Watson, Elizabeth Cotton and others. Band members have their roots in Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and Menomonie

Tasty Trolley Food Truck serves up their famous Pulled Pork Super Nachos along with beef Super Nachos, Walking Tacos, and other treats like Ice Cream Sandwiches and Ice Cream Drumsticks. Their Lemonade Slushies are on point!

The “JP3” features Jim on guitar and vocals, with Robert Scarseth (guitar, vocal) and Aleks Sternfeld-Dunn (stand-up bass, vocal). They perform jazzy interpretations of folk rock, Americana, and alternative pop covers, as well as original songs from Phase I – the debut album from the Jim Phillips Project.

A fun assortment of gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. Ham and cheese? Of course. Pepperoni and cheese? You bet. Bacon and cheese? You got that right! Little Red makes THE BEST grilled cheese around, so you won’t want to miss it.

Hap and Hawk are a duo consisting of John Lynch on vocals and rhythm guitar and Mike Schlenker on lead guitar and vocals. Their Neo-traditional Country and Americana style transcends stereo type. Their one of a kind performances are simple and engaging as they weave their music and storytelling through the decades of their experiences, singing and playing not only in the Midwest, but across the country. Schlenker’s free-wheeling blues, rock, and country guitar swagger blends seamlessly with Lynch’s experienced and emotional vocal delivery. With an obvious friendship on and off stage, Hap and Hawk are comfortable sharing their brand of fun with any and all listeners wherever they perform.

Big Papa is a family owned and operated food truck and catering business located just outside of Colfax, Eau Claire, and Chippewa Falls. On the truck they offer Pulled Pork, Chicken and Beef sandwiches, Burnt Ends, Ribs and Rib Tips with traditional sides of baked beans, coleslaw, Mac & Cheese, and Baked Potato.

Jackson Taylor is from Medford, Wisconsin and currently resides in Weston, Wi. He covers early to mid 2000's country music along with many originals. In 2018 he released his first single "Let the Night Begin" and in 2019 an EP followed, "Pray Like Hell." In June 2022 he released the single “Painting Pictures.” Then followed by “Out Here” in 2023, along side a few acoustic releases planned for 2023 & 2024. Playing 70 different venues and close to 175 shows in 2022, Jackson likes to keep things real and authentic. You get what you see with this artist.

Tasty Trolley Food Truck serves up their famous Pulled Pork Super Nachos along with beef Super Nachos, Walking Tacos, and other treats like Ice Cream Sandwiches and Ice Cream Drumsticks. Their Lemonade Slushies are on point!

Join us as we share the music of LaRose with Larry Nelson on keys and Andrea Christopherson on fiddle. You will hear their unique take on their favorite artists and songs, ranging from Neil Young to Jason Isbell; Iris Dement to Lucinda Williams, plus some original creations. Their years of experience become evident and their skills impressive as they share their love of music and fun.

Come enjoy a poke bowl with the Lunchboxx Food Truck LLC! With a wide variety of bowls available, crab, shrimp, vegetarian, and teriyaki chicken – you’re sure to find something you love!

Mike Bustin has been performing as a professional musician in the Midwest and southeast for over a decade. He performs on average about 225-250 shows a year. Mike has the ability to cater his performances to just about any clientele because of his vast song list, and the ability to read and understand a crowd.

From The Beatles to The Stones. From Sam Cooke to John Legend. From Talking Heads to Death Cab For Cutie. From George Jones to Keith Urban. And everything in between. Mike performs every song with a level of authenticity that is usually only found in the original recording.

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Hi there! My name is Matt and I write songs. I call my music, “Fun Loving-Sunny-Day, Acoustic Music!” I sing, play the acoustic guitar, piano, ukulele and the harmonica.

I write songs to help me feel better and when I play those songs for folks I hope they feel a little better too.

Kyle is a talented guitarist and singer. You will hear him play anything from Rockin’ folk, to country, to the blues. Come and check him out!

There aren’t many things better than pizza, wine, and music! With Big Ash Pizza coming to River Bend Winery and Distillery you get the best of both worlds, try their amazing wood fired pizza!

The Rundowns are a modern acoustic trio featuring Nicole Crumbaker, Maddy Crowell, and Tom Benson.

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Mark your calendar for a great event at River Bend! Sip and shop with local artists and makers from 11am to 5pm! Stay to listen to The Mark Cameron Trio from 2pm to 5pm. Mi Mi Cafe will be here serving food from 11am to 5pm.

Minnesota based singer, songwriter and guitarist Mark Cameron has been active in live music for over thirty years. Mark began his performing career in the rich folk-rock scene of the early 1970’s and brought this influence into several bands he founded during the 1980’s and 1990’s. Today Mark’s focus is centered on crafting original Blues songs with strong melodies and memorable lyrics. The range of Mark’s material stretches the Blues beyond safe limits with a focus on “foot stompin’, butt shakin” music that is built for a live audience.

Hello, we are Ne-Ne's Tacos! We started as a family-owned taco truck. We make authentic Mexican food and are expanding to a couple restaurant locations in 2024!

Connor Smith performs a variety of acoustic songs that cover a wide range of genres. Fans of all ages will enjoy selections of upbeat country songs, chill modern pop, and a sprinkled-in mix of original material.

Smackdaddy’s serves inventive food with a Mediterranean and Cajun inspiration. Their menu includes the blackened chick alfredo, pan bagnat, crepes, gumbo, beignets, croque monsieur, and more.

The “JP3” features Jim on guitar and vocals, with Robert Scarseth (guitar, vocal) and Aleks Sternfeld-Dunn (stand-up bass, vocal). They perform jazzy interpretations of folk rock, Americana, and alternative pop covers, as well as original songs from Phase I – the debut album from the Jim Phillips Project.

There aren’t many things better than pizza, wine, and music! With Big Ash Pizza coming to River Bend Winery and Distillery you get the best of both worlds, try their amazing wood fired pizza!

Looking for feel good music for your heart, head, and soul? Come check out “The Cathy Reitz Trio.”

“The Cathy Reitz Trio” was founded by musical duo Cathy and Jeff Reitz. Both come from a deep-rooted musical background. For over fifty years Cathy has been a music educator and performer in Wisconsin . Jeff has been playing instruments since the beginning of time. He currently owns the Chippewa Valley Band Instrument Repair Shop

Just getting started in May 2022! We will be serving up our famous frybread! Indian tacos, blanket dogs, pulled pork on frybread, walking tacos, homemade beans with frybread and more! Stay tuned for location info! Thank you!

Combine one singer-songwriter’s fascination with the acoustic and electric guitar, a collection of guitar pedals resulting in an amalgamation of full band Folk, Blues, Rock, Country, and Gospel, add a social conscience, a hunger for the written word, and a love for singing and entertaining, and you’ve got Jeff James. With over 5000 performances, 9 albums, and a live DVD under his belt, Jeff has become an extremely versatile performer, adapting to whatever his environment throws at him.

Jeff finds ways of capturing audiences with Live Looping – an on the spot band creation of what sounds like a full band – adding instruments one by one. Add silky but somehow gritty vocals (a cross combination of James Taylor and Gary Allan) which have been described as “unique” and “gripping” and you’ve found a show that people keep coming back to.

Tasty Trolley Food Truck serves up their famous Pulled Pork Super Nachos along with beef Super Nachos, Walking Tacos, and other treats like Ice Cream Sandwiches and Ice Cream Drumsticks. Their Lemonade Slushies are on point!

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 soothing vocal blend. Joining the trio in 2023 is Catya, a musician skilled in multiple genres who has gigged from coast to coast.

Multi-instrumentalists playing guitar, banjo, ukulele, fiddle, mandolin, harmonica, melodica and percussion, these artists will take you from folk to country, newgrass to blues to Latin jazz and back again. Rooted in the Nashville songwriting tradition, you won’t want to miss their honest lyrics and pure vocal harmonies.

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Lead singer and guitarist of “The Best New Country Band” in the West-Central Wisconsin area, The Brady Luke Band. Brady Luke is bringing his amazing talent to River Bend Winery and Distillery. The Brady Luke Band has opened for National Country Touring acts such as Craig Morgan, Tyler Farr and Trailer Choir.

There aren’t many things better than pizza, wine, and music! With Big Ash Pizza coming to River Bend Winery and Distillery you get the best of both worlds, try their amazing wood fired pizza!

Eggplant Heroes is an Americana collaboration among Duffy Duyfhuizen, Max Garland, Joel Pace, Olaf Lind, Dan Zerr, and Lucas Fischer. Mixing original tunes from their CDs After This Time and Better Weather with songs by others (e.g. John Prine, Jason Isbell, and John Hiatt) and a gospel tune or two. Blending four-part harmonies with guitars, fiddle, and trumpet, Eggplant Heroes tries to bring a rich and eclectic musical experience.

Mark your calendar for a great event at River Bend! Sip and shop with local artists and makers from 11am to 5pm! Stay to listen to 40 Fingers from 2pm to 5pm. Big Papa BBQ will be here serving food from 11am to 5pm.

Big Papa is a family owned and operated food truck and catering business located just outside of Colfax, Eau Claire, and Chippewa Falls. On the truck they offer Pulled Pork, Chicken and Beef sandwiches, Burnt Ends, Ribs and Rib Tips with traditional sides of baked beans, coleslaw, Mac & Cheese, and Baked Potato.

Formed in 2008, 40 Fingers has been moving dancers for over 15 years with the hits that everyone knows and loves. From early 60’s to more recent favorites, the music will have you on the dance floor carrying on like you’re seventeen again.

A fun assortment of gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. Ham and cheese? Of course. Pepperoni and cheese? You bet. Bacon and cheese? You got that right! Little Red makes THE BEST grilled cheese around, so you won’t want to miss it.

Looking for feel good music for your heart, head, and soul? Come check out “The Cathy Reitz Trio.”

“The Cathy Reitz Trio” was founded by musical duo Cathy and Jeff Reitz. Both come from a deep-rooted musical background. For over fifty years Cathy has been a music educator and performer in Wisconsin . Jeff has been playing instruments since the beginning of time. He currently owns the Chippewa Valley Band Instrument Repair Shop

Say the name Howard “Guitar” Luedtke, and little more needs to be said. Howard is a staple in the Blues scene and with good reason. He has 40 plus years of playing guitar in both the Midwest and on the international stage.

In 1964, Howard got his first guitar and today, when he picks up his Les Paul, he will transport you into the world of the blues. He's incredibly talented and his passion and love for what he does shows.

Come try some great-tasting Vietnamese street food! Mi Mi Café carefully crafts all their dishes with love and care. They bring the soul of Vietnam to your taste buds.

Adam Moe is a fiddler and singer/songwriter based in Duluth, MN. In 2012, he started the folky-tonk duo Pushing Chain with a former musical partner. For the next eight years, Pushing Chain toured the US and Canada, playing venues big and small and gaining fans the old-fashioned way — face to face, one at a time. Adam has been featured on radio and television and played some of the biggest festivals in the country, including the 2019 Woody Guthrie Festival and the 2019 Kerrville Folk Festival.

Adam believes that good music can make strangers share a table, and he tries to prove it every time he plays.

Smackdaddy’s serves inventive food with a Mediterranean and Cajun inspiration. Their menu includes the blackened chick alfredo, pan bagnat, crepes, gumbo, beignets, croque monsieur, and more.

Smackdaddy’s serves inventive food with a Mediterranean and Cajun inspiration. Their menu includes the blackened chick alfredo, pan bagnat, crepes, gumbo, beignets, croque monsieur, and more.

Mark your calendar for a great event at River Bend! Sip and shop with local artists and makers from 11am to 5pm! Smackdaddy’s will be here serving food from 11am to 5pm.