1. Parquet Courts
FRIDAY FROM 8-10 P.M. | TURNER HALL BALLROOM
New York native rock group Parquet Courts will rock the Turner Hall Ballroom this Friday. Their newest album Sympathy For Life, released last fall and they didn’t stop there as their new single “Watching Strangers Smile” dropped Jan. 12. Tickets still are available starting at $24. For more information and ticket sales, click here.
2. Gaelic Storm
FRIDAY FROM 8-10 P.M. | THE PABST THEATER
The multi-cultural Celtic group is performing five shows around Wisconsin before St. Patrick’s Day and will take up residence at the Pabst Theater this Friday night. Their stop in Milwaukee will be the second on their trip around the state as they will stop in Madison, Eau Claire and Oshkosh before their performance in Green Bay on March 17. So basically, what we’re saying is the you have multiple chances to grab a beer (or two) and have a fun night with Gaelic Storm. Tickets are available for their Milwaukee show here.
3. Chelsea Hood at The Laughing Tap
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY FROM 8-9:30 P.M. | THE LAUGHING TAP
Chelsea Hood is headlining The Laughing Tap this Friday night. Hailing from Chicago, you may recognize her from The CW Network’s “Eye Opener,” WGN or CW33’s “Nightcap.” Interested? If you need any more convincing, check out her past work .
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4. Cinderella & The Child and the Enchantments – Florentine Opera Company
OPENS FRIDAY, MULTIPLE SHOWTIMES | WILSON THEATER AT VOGEL HALL, MARCUS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Made for adults, but kid-friendly, the Florentine Opera Company premiers this double feature of a retelling of Cinderella, followed by a magical story about a child’s fantasy world becoming a reality. Tickets are still available and you can learn more about the show here.
5. 2022 ICHSA Great Lakes Semifinal
SATURDAY FROM 7 A.M.-10 P.M. | THE PABST THEATRE
The International Championship of High School A Cappella Great Lakes Semifinalists will make their way to Milwaukee this weekend. Eleven high school a cappella groups will go up against each other for the chance to become semifinal champions and proceed to the ICHSA Finals. Five of the performing groups hail from Wisconsin. See the full list of competitors on the Varsity Vocals website.
6. 2022 Milwaukee Youth Summer Programs Expo
SATURDAY FROM 11 A.M.-3 P.M. | THE MILWAUKEE CENTER
Summer is just around the corner and this free event is here to help parents and kids find fun activities to fill their summer vacation. The expo will feature organizations from across the Milwaukee area offering summer jobs, internships, day camps, local summer attractions and more. Click here for more details.
7. Blippi the Musical
SATURDAY AT 2 P.M. | MILLER HIGH LIFE THEATRE
The loveable Blippi takes a leap from the screen to the stage in this live show that aims to teach kids about the world around them. Through song and dance, Blippi will teach innovate and engaging lessons about animals, dinosaurs and even the importance of brushing your teeth. Everyone is welcome and kids under age 2 do not require a ticket, only a parent’s lap. Tickets are available Ticketmaster.
8. UWM’s Sing into Spring Choral Concert
SATURDAY AT 7:30 P.M. | BADER CONCERT HALL, HELENE ZELAZO CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Join UWM’s Bella Noce, Kameradon, and Alta Voce choirs for a night of art and music featuring sections from different styles, time periods and cultures. Ticket prices vary. If you are unable to attend the physical performance, a virtual link will be provided on the school’s website.
9. Dancing in the Street: The Music of Motown
SUNDAY FROM 2:30-4:30 P.M. | BRADLEY SYMPHONY CENTER
We heard it through the grapevine that the MSO is having a concert this weekend, and it’s going to be a swingin’ one! Relive some favorite Motown hits by legendary artists like Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, the Temptations and Stevie Wonder as they are sung by three guest vocalists and backed by the MSO.
10. Journey: Freedom Tour 2022
SUNDAY FROM 7:30-11:30 P.M. | FISERV FORUM
Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Journey are making their way back to Milwaukee this weekend. Even better, they are joined by special guest Toto for their tour across North America. Tickets for their show at the Fiserv Forum this weekend are still available starting at $70 and can be found here.
