Family-owned and based in Chippewa Falls, El Gancho brings bold Baja-style flavor with fresh, made-to-order food you’ll want to come back for.

Saturday: 11am to 6pm

Hailing from the heart of the Chippewa Valley, Micah Uttecht is an award-winning musician with a deep love for timeless melodies and a rich background in jazz piano. Micah brings new life to the classics you know and love—from Billy Joel and Elton John to Frank

The Lunchbox Food Truck is serving up fresh, made-to-order poke bowls—light, flavorful, and perfect for a day at River Bend.

Easy listening favorites from modern hits to Motown classics, featuring Nicole Crumbaker, Maddy Crowell, and Tom Benson—familiar songs and smooth vocals that are easy to settle into.

Join us for Family Night! A five-piece pop-soul fusion band powered by the standout vocals of CiCi Hurt, CiCi and the Swell delivers high-energy, crowd-winning performances.

A variety artist playing a mix of country, standards, and old rock ’n roll—familiar songs you’ll recognize and want to sing along to.

Dave “Dusty” Engedahl from 11AM to 2PM
Emm K from 3PM to 6PM

A signature alt-rock sound with acoustic covers and originals, inspired by Stevie Nicks, Foo Fighters, and The Cranberries—strong vocals and songs you’ll recognize and enjoy.

Dave “Dusty” Engedahl from 11AM to 2PM
Emm K from 3PM to 6PM

Based in West Central Wisconsin, The Other Brothers are an eclectic, classic rock quartet who utilize three-part vocal harmony, keyboard, guitars and drums, to convey a tightly-arranged catalog of familiar dance tunes and deep rock ‘n roll cuts.

Bringing an outlaw country edge, Gregg “Cheech” Hall mixes country, blues, and rock ’n roll with gritty vocals and heartfelt lyrics.

A heartfelt singer songwriter known for her vulnerable storytelling and soulful vocals, blending original music with timeless and modern covers.

Vendors in the Vines is back at River Bend!🍷

Join us the third Saturday of each month, May through October, for a boutique-style market featuring local makers, artists, and boutiques set right here in the vineyard. And yes… our Saturday before Thanksgiving event will still be happening.

Spend the day browsing, listening to live music, grabbing something from the food truck, and enjoying a glass of wine or a cocktail.

Interested in being a vendor? Find more information and register here: www.riverbendwinery.com/vendors-in-the-vines

Anna & Nick are a husband-and-wife acoustic duo from the popular cover band Anna & The Big Boys. Their laid-back style, strong vocals, and mix of familiar favorites make them the perfect soundtrack for an afternoon at River Bend.

The Mark Healey and Jim Schuh Duo formed in 2015. Mark and Jim each began playing music during the mid-1960s. They perform a variety of classic rock songs. Artists covered include Badfinger, Beatles, Bob Dylan, Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly, Rolling Stones and much more. The duo has performed more than 300 times in Wisconsin, Iowa and Minnesota.

The Lunchbox Food Truck is serving up fresh, made-to-order poke bowls—light, flavorful, and perfect for a day at River Bend.

Hailey James has garnered recognition as a 5-time AWARD WINNER from the Midwest Country Music Organization, receiving prestigious titles such as 2023 and 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." On top of Midwest awards, Hailey won 'Vocalist of the Year - Modern Country Female' at the Josie Music Awards held at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN in 2024.

AUTHENTIC Jamaican food! Featuring jerk chicken & pork, rice & beans & fried plantain on the menu.

Songa Duo is a roots folk country band based in the Chippewa Valley, led by lifelong musicians and partners Mario and Sherry Friedel. They deliver heartfelt bluegrass & country, toe tapping blues, and tasteful originals with the harmonies that come from a lifetime of making music together.

Wicked Wingz is serving up bold flavors and all your food truck favorites! Stop out hungry and grab some wings, loaded fries, sandwiches, and more.

Joyann Parker is an American roots and soul singer-songwriter whose powerhouse vocals and emotionally rich, genre-blending sound have made her one of the most compelling independent artists in today’s modern roots landscape. Drawing from blues, gospel, jazz, R&B, and vintage Americana, Parker pairs raw vocal authority with deeply human storytelling.

Big Ash Pizza serves up handcrafted wood-fired pizza with that perfect crispy crust and fresh toppings everyone loves.

A five-piece pop-soul fusion band powered by the standout vocals of CiCi Hurt, CiCi and the Swell delivers high-energy, crowd-winning performances.

Gaff Mountain is a high-energy 4-piece cover band playing rock, funk and pop music from the 1960’s to today. Gaff Mountain was voted the “#1 Best New Band of 2026” In Volume One’s Best of the Chippewa Valley Readers Poll!

Blending folk and Americana influences, Austin creates a sound that feels lived-in and sincere. His songs linger long after the final note — not just passing through your ears, but settling somewhere deeper. With reflections shaped by open roads and quiet moments, his music connects through simplicity, emotional depth, and timeless storytelling.

Vendors in the Vines is back at River Bend!🍷

Join us the third Saturday of each month, May through October, for a boutique-style market featuring local makers, artists, and boutiques set right here in the vineyard. And yes… our Saturday before Thanksgiving event will still be happening.

Spend the day browsing, listening to live music, grabbing something from the food truck, and enjoying a glass of wine or a cocktail.

Interested in being a vendor? Find more information and register here: www.riverbendwinery.com/vendors-in-the-vines

Little Way is an acoustic country husband-wife duo that delivers strong vocals, smooth harmonies, and honest simplicity. Enjoy country hits, old and new, as well as an array of easy-listening and wholesome tunes.

Fronted by powerhouse male & female vocals- driven by energy that never quits. We are the band that plays exactly what the crowd wants. From the classics of country to anthems of rock, our setlist spans decades making every show different.

Country music, infused with Christian values. Jackson writes about faith love, family, & growing up in rural Wisconsin

A signature alt-rock sound with acoustic covers and originals, inspired by Stevie Nicks, Foo Fighters, and The Cranberries—strong vocals and songs you’ll recognize and enjoy.

Chad Johnson brings an acoustic duo performance filled with country favorites, Americana influences, and laid-back energy. With strong vocals, great musicianship, and a mix of familiar songs and originals, Chad creates an easygoing live music experience that keeps audiences engaged from start to finish.

40 Fingers will keep you singing and dancing along to the songs you grew up with in the 60's & 70's. They've been filling the dance floor for almost 20 years.

The Mark Healey and Jim Schuh Duo formed in 2015. Mark and Jim each began playing music during the mid-1960s. They perform a variety of classic rock songs. Artists covered include Badfinger, Beatles, Bob Dylan, Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly, Rolling Stones and much more. The duo has performed more than 300 times in Wisconsin, Iowa and Minnesota.

Joyann Parker is an American roots and soul singer-songwriter whose powerhouse vocals and emotionally rich, genre-blending sound have made her one of the most compelling independent artists in today’s modern roots landscape. Drawing from blues, gospel, jazz, R&B, and vintage Americana, Parker pairs raw vocal authority with deeply human storytelling.

7 Swing brings a lively mix of swing, jazz, blues, and classic favorites with a fun, energetic style that gets audiences smiling and tapping along. Featuring talented local musicians from the Eau Claire area, the group delivers an entertaining performance full of timeless music and big-band charm

Vendors in the Vines is back at River Bend!🍷

Join us the third Saturday of each month, May through October, for a boutique-style market featuring local makers, artists, and boutiques set right here in the vineyard. And yes… our Saturday before Thanksgiving event will still be happening.

Spend the day browsing, listening to live music, grabbing something from the food truck, and enjoying a glass of wine or a cocktail.

Interested in being a vendor? Find more information and register here: www.riverbendwinery.com/vendors-in-the-vines

Anna & Nick are a husband-and-wife acoustic duo from the popular cover band Anna & The Big Boys. Their laid-back style, strong vocals, and mix of familiar favorites make them the perfect soundtrack for an afternoon at River Bend.

October Tree plays acoustic music from multiple genres with a specialty in melodic 90's rock.

Family-owned and based in Chippewa Falls, El Gancho brings bold Baja-style flavor with fresh, made-to-order food you’ll want to come back for.

Saturday: 11am to 6pm
Sunday: 11am to 5pm

The Gilmore Family Band is a progressive acoustic ensemble featuring a versatile repertoire that spans blues, folk, rock, jazz, and country.

The Lunchbox Food Truck is serving up fresh, made-to-order poke bowls—light, flavorful, and perfect for a day at River Bend.

Matt Wahl is a performing songwriter from Eau Claire, WI and a life long musician. He has released 7 CDs of original music in a genre best described as, “Fun-Loving, Sunny-Day, Acoustic Music” and has traveled throughout the country playing in a wide variety of venues. Matt’s live shows feature vocals, acoustic guitar, piano, harmonica and an occasional ukulele.

Vendors in the Vines is back at River Bend!🍷

Join us the third Saturday of each month, May through October, for a boutique-style market featuring local makers, artists, and boutiques set right here in the vineyard. And yes… our Saturday before Thanksgiving event will still be happening.

Spend the day browsing, listening to live music, grabbing something from the food truck, and enjoying a glass of wine or a cocktail.

Interested in being a vendor? Find more information and register here: www.riverbendwinery.com/vendors-in-the-vines

Vendors in the Vines: Deer Hunters Edition is back. 🍷🔥

Join us for our late-season market set under a heated tent, bringing all your favorite local makers, artists, and boutiques together in one cozy space.

Warm drinks, live music, a food truck, and a chance to shop local as the season winds down—it’s become a River Bend tradition.