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Sunday Concert Series @ THE YARD

Sunday, September 14 through Sunday, September 28

THE YARD , 211 Division St, Altoona, WI

More information about THE YARD >>

Green Waste Disposal + Metal Recycling Facility

Wednesday, September 17 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 >>

Fall Concert Series

Wednesday, September 17 through Wednesday, September 24

Four Seasons Stage @ River Prairie Park

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Salsa at the Yard

Thursday, September 18 from 6 PM to 8 PM

THE YARD , 211 Division St, Altoona, WI

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Clean Sweep

Saturday, September 20 from 8 AM to 12 PM

WRR Environmental Services, 5200 Ryder Rd, Eau Claire WI 54703

Clean Sweep events are offered three times throughout the year, and provide residents with an opportunity to bring their collections of hazardous materials to a central location for proper disposal. For updates and current information, please visit the Eau Claire County Recycling Facebook Page.

River Prairie Ginormous Pumpkin Festival

Saturday, September 27 from 8 AM to 3:30 PM

River Prairie Park, Altoona, WI

Save the Date: Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025

Welcome to the annual River Prairie Ginormous Pumpkin Festival - a celebration of colossal proportions in the sweet city of Altoona, WI! This enchanting event is held at River Prairie Park every September and showcases giant pumpkins and the artistry and passion of the participating growers. Come out to this year's Ginormous Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, September 27, 2025! Immerse yourself in the biggest pumpkins you've ever seen, crisp autumn air, fall flavors, fall colors and so much more this wonderful season brings to the Midwest. Out of all the fall events, River Prairie's Ginormous Pumpkin Festival is one you need to check off your fall bucket list, and best of all, it's FREE! 2020's Ginormous Pumpkin Festival got the attention of CNN 10! Check out the video here

Find out more at: rpgiantpumpkinfest.com

Water Utility Payment Due

Tuesday, October 21

Altoona Water Utility, 1303 Lynn Avenue, Altoona WI 54720

Usage Period July - September, 2025
Bill Date October 1, 2025
Due Date October 21, 2025

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

Questions Please contact the Altoona Water Utility at:

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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