1. Urban Ecology Center Terrarium Workshop
FRIDAY AT 4 P.M. | MENOMONEE VALLEY URBAN ECOLOGY CENTER
Create your own ecosystem of greenery and plants with this excursion. Hosted by the Urban Ecology Center, tickets range from $9 to $14 and include all of the supplies needed to create your own terrarium. Children under three years old are free with a parent or guardian in attendance. View a full list of the Urban Ecology Center’s program offerings here.
2. Doggy Day in the Deer District
SATURDAY FROM 9 A.M.-2 P.M. | THE PLAZA AT DEER DISTRICT
This event is presented by Winston’s Wishes and Central Bark Downtown. Expect local vendors, live entertainment, prizes and four-legged friends of all sizes (on leashes, of course). Proceeds from the event will benefit the rescue and the dogs they shelter until they can find their forever home.
It’s time to pick your Milwaukee favorites for the year!
3. WMSE’s Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser
SATURDAY FROM 11 A.M.-4 P.M. | MSOE KERN CENTER
Can you handle the heat? WMSE Radio’s annual Rockabilly Chili Fundraiser returns this weekend with over 30 different chilis from across Milwaukee. Fundraiser attendees will have the opportunity to vote for the best meat, heat, veggie and unique chili in show. Advance tickets are on sale for $15, and tickets at the door are $20. Tickets are available online, and each ticket includes 4 chili samples.
4. JK Lee’s Great Midwest Tournament of Champions
SATURDAY FROM 9 A.M.-5 P.M. | BROOKFIELD EAST HIGH SCHOOL
The largest tournament of its kind in the Midwest, this event will host over 1,000 marital artists of different ages. The event is open to the public and will highlight a professional demonstration by Martial Arts Masters at 12:30 p.m. The event also entails a Board Break competition and fundraiser through the Red Cross for Ukrainian refugees.
5. Milwaukee Makers Market – Celebrate MKE Day
SUNDAY FROM 10 A.M.-4 P.M. | DISCOVERY WORLD MUSEUM
Join these local makers and celebrate Milwaukee at this Makers Market. The market is free to the public and will feature stained glass works from @coolafglass, crocheted creations from @littlewomancreations and foodie favorites, like those of @heirloom.mke. And that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Check out @milwaukeemakersmarket and their website to see more of the featured creators’ works.
6. Bayshore Bunny Hop & Egg Hunt
SATURDAY AT 1 P.M. | THE YARD AT BAYSHORE
Hop on over to Bayshore this weekend for fun, free and festive Easter activities. The egg hunt will start at 1:30 p.m. with one lucky duck having the opportunity to find the golden egg, containing a certificate for Kilwins ice cream for a year! While you’re there, be sure to grab a photo with the Easter Bunny as well.
7. Del Amitri
SATURDAY AT 3 AND 8 P.M. | SHANK HALL
The “Roll To Me” performers are in Milwaukee this weekend performing two shows at Shank Hall. Their new album “Fatal Mistakes” releases this Friday, April 8. The 8:00 p.m. show is sold out, but tickets are still available starting at $35 for the 3 p.m show.
8. Haiku Slam and Poetry Showcase
SATURDAY AT 1 P.M. | WOODLAND PATTERN BOOK CENTER, INC.
Do you have a way with words? This event, hosted by haiku poet “Darlin” Nikki Janzen, is open to all, whether you are a participating wordsmith or just a watchful eye. Those interested in performing their work must register in advance.
9. JoJo: The JoJo Tour
FRIDAY AT 8 P.M. | THE RAVE/EAGLES CLUB
The “Too Little Too Late” singer will hopefully be right on time when she takes the stage at The Rave this Friday night. The setlist for JoJo’s tour is sure to feature songs from her earlier discography as well as tunes off her latest album “Trying Not to Think About it.” The show is open to all ages and general admission tickets are available starting around $26.
