Attend a City of Altoona Event

Drug Take Back Day

Saturday, April 26 from 10 AM to 2 PM

Altoona Police Department, 1904 Spooner Ave, Altoona, WI

Dose of Reality: Drug Take Back Day

Too often, unused and expired medications find their way into the wrong hands. That's dangerous and often tragic. Bringing unused and expired medications to a Drug Take Back Day collection site protects you, your family, and your community.

How to participate

It's easy to participate in Drug Take Back Day. Just stop by a collection site and drop your items into a bin. That's it. No questions are asked. You can be in and out of a collection site in minutes.

What to bring

Prescription and over-the-counter medications may be disposed of at Drug Take Back Day collection sites, including:

  • Capsules
  • Creams
  • Inhalers
  • Non-aerosol sprays
  • Ointments
  • Patches
  • Pills
  • Vials

Liquids must be in their original container.

Pet medications are accepted.

For more information, please click here >>

If you miss Drug Take Back Day, there are year-round collection sites. For details, please click here >>

CORBA Invasives Workshop | Earth Day Event

Saturday, April 26 from 10 AM to 12 PM

3111 Gloede Ave (S entrance to Centennial Park)

Green Waste Disposal + Metal Recycling Facility

Wednesday, April 30 through Wednesday, November 12

800 blk of Garfield Ave (north side of the road)

This FREE service is available to Altoona residents only.

OPEN WEDNESDAYS
12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

OPEN THIRD SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Click here for a list of acceptable materials and procedures >>

River Prairie Festival 2025

Saturday, May 10

River Prairie Park, Altoona, WI

The River Prairie Festival is a community event celebrating the 2025 season of programming in River Prairie Park and art in the Chippewa Valley! The festival takes place on Mother's Day weekend, attracting visitors to River Prairie with events that the whole family can enjoy!

For event details, please visit: riverprairiefest.com

City Offices Closed - Memorial Day

Monday, May 26

City Offices Closed - Independence Day

Friday, July 4

Water Utility Payment Due

Monday, July 21

Altoona Water Utility, 1303 Lynn Avenue, Altoona WI 54720

Usage Period April - June, 2025
Bill Date July 1, 2025
Due Date July 21, 2025

The Altoona Water Utility offers multiple ways to pay. Choose one that works best for you!

  • Automatic Payments Sign up at utilities@ci.altoona.wi.us
  • Mail your check or money order to: Altoona Water Utility, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona, WI 54720
  • Drop Box Place your check or money order in our drop box located at the entrance to Altoona City Hall, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona, WI 54720
  • Pay Online secure.paystar.io/account/
  • Pay in Person The Altoona Water Utility is located within the Altoona City Hall, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona, WI 54720, M-F, 7:30 am - 4 pm

Questions Please contact the Altoona Water Utility at

City Offices Closed - Labor Day

Monday, September 1

City Offices Closed - Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 27 through Friday, November 28

City Offices Closed - Christmas

Wednesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 25

City Offices Closed at 11:30 am - New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31

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Community Room

Reserve the community room for your next meeting or event! The room is available for use to the general public and is located at City Hall, 1303 Lynn Avenue.

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Community Events

Looking for something to do? Altoona is part of the greater Eau Claire area, which provides ample opportunities for family fun!

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