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 >>
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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.
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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
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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!
- 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:
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City Offices Closed - Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 27 through Friday, November 28
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City Offices Closed - Christmas
Wednesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 25
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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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