1. Fish Sticks Comedy Live Taping
ALL WEEKEND | THE INTERCHANGE THEATER
Fish Sticks Comedy will bring together members from all six of its locations around the Milwaukee area for a weekend of live tapings and lots of laughter. There will be four shows filmed this weekend at various times. Call 414-326-9300 for tickets and more show information.
2. Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding
ALL WEEKEND | THE FITZGERALD
In this show, the audience is part of the “wedding theatre” performance. Tony and Tina are getting married, and you’re there to witness the family drama and hilarity that ensues. Each ticket includes a full Italian dinner, wedding cake and a champagne toast.
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3. Genesis Ballet
ALL WEEKEND | THE PABST THEATER
Milwaukee Ballet’s Genesis ballet competition is back this weekend. Michael Pink hand selected three choreographers to develop a piece in three weeks. Each night, the dances will be voted on and the overall winner will receive the opportunity to create another work for the Milwaukee Ballet. Tickets are available online.
4. Beethoven Piano and Pictures at an Exhibition
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT 7:30 P.M. | BRADLEY SYMPHONY CENTER
Iván López-Reynoso is conducting his U.S. debut this weekend. He is conducting Ravel’s orchestral arrangement of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition and Beethoven’s first piano concerto. Tickets are available online.
5. Mommy and Me Fairytale Tea Party
SATURDAY FROM 9-11:30 A.M. | THE EMBER LODGE
If you’re looking for something to do with the kids this weekend, the Ember Lodge is hosting its popular Fairytale Tea Party. Princesses will be in attendance, and there will be crafts and face painting as well.
6. Milwaukee Comic Con
SATURDAY AT 10 A.M. | WISCONSIN STATE FAIR PARK
Wisconsin’s biggest comic book and pop culture convention is taking place on Saturday. Geek out with the over 200 vendors, artists, creators and special guests tabling at the event. Get tickets online.
7. Celebration of Black Innovators in Science
SATURDAY FROM 10 A.M. TO 3 P.M. | DISCOVERY WORLD
To celebrate Black History Month, Discovery World is hosting an exhibit celebrating Black innovators who have made important contributions in STEM fields. There will also be a pop up market hosted by the Milwaukee Makers Market, featuring local Black-owned businesses.
8. Galentine’s Day Workshop
SATURDAY FROM 11 A.M. TO 3 P.M. | TAMARIND STUDIO
Tamarind Studio is hosting a Galentine’s Day workshop. The day-long workshop includes a belly dance choreography class, lunch, games and snacks, and a Yin Haven Rose Venus beauty ritual workshop. Get tickets on Eventbrite.
9. Flannelpalooza
SATURDAY FROM 11 A.M. TO 5 P.M. | ROOT COMMON PARK
Flannelpalooza is full afternoon of activities, including axe-throwing, ice sculpture demonstration, a best beard competition and a best-dressed dog contest. The event will also have local food and drink vendors, including Buckatabon, Le Rêve and more. For the full slate of activities, check out the Facebook page.
10. LGBTQ+ Celebrate Black History Month
SATURDAY FROM 1-5 P.M. | Diverse & Resilient
This collaborative event between the MKE LGBT Center and Diverse & Resilient celebrates both Black History Month and LGBTQ+ pride. The two groups are teaming up for this evening program, which honors Black LGBTQ+ people throughout history. There’ll be shared stories, discussion and more.
11. Murder Mystery Dinner: Love the 80s to Death
SATURDAY AT 5:30 P.M. | BUCKETS PUB 2ND ROUND
Buckets Pub 2nd Round is hosting an ’80s-themed murder mystery dinner. Guests get dinner with the show and are encouraged to dress in their best ’80s attire. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
12. Heartbreakers Poetry on Tap
SATURDAY AT 6:30 P.M. | THE SUGAR MAPLE
The Sugar Maple is holding an anti-valentines day celebration. Writers will share their heartbreak poetry, and beer and chocolate will be served.
13. Brick Fest Live
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, TIMES VARY | WISCONSIN STATE FAIR PARK EXPO CENTER
Tons of LEGOs will be at the Wisconsin State Fair Expo Center this weekend. There’ll be rare LEGO merchandise, life-size models, hands-on attractions and more. Tickets are available online.
14. Plumestruck at the Chapel
SUNDAY FROM 12 P.M. TO 5 P.M. | 2114 NINTH AVE., SOUTH MILWAUKEE
Local vintage store Plume is hosting a Valentine’s pop-up with a mix of vintage sellers, jewelry vendors, bakers and themed cocktails. Both singles and couples are welcome, and admission is free.
