1. Tattoo Fest
ALL WEEKEND | BAIRD CENTER
Milwaukee Tattoo fest gathers over 200 artists from around the world, with live tattooing and art from local and traveling artists. If you are not looking to get tattooed, the event also has tattoo contests, over 30 vendors selling merch and tattoo equipment, and more. Tickets are available online.
2. Hairspray
ALL WEEKEND | MILWAUKEE SCHOOL OF LANGUAGES
The Milwaukee School of Languages is putting on Hairspray this weekend. Support young actors and enjoy a showing of the feel-good classic, opening this Friday. Limited edition Hairspray T-shirts will be available at the venue. Tickets are available at the door and online.
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3. “Going to Work for the Community”
FRIDAY FROM 5-9 P.M. | GROHMANN MUSEUM
This exhibit features photographs and memorabilia in honor of the late James W. Beckum, founder of the oldest Black-led little league outside the South, and the league’s 60th anniversary. The opening ceremony will feature a gallery talk with the curators to share the history of the Beckum-Stapleton Little League and how it has been maintained as a vital Milwaukee institution.
4. Family Friday Fish Fry: Grease is the Word
FRIDAY FROM 6-8:30 P.M. | THE NEW FASHIONED
This family-friendly event is a Grease inspired fish fry party. Your ticket includes access to HyperBowling, deck curling, an ice cream social and free parking. Kids four and under enter free. Reserve your spot online.
5. Fleurish Flower Mandala Meditation
FRIDAY FROM 6-7P.M. | ANGELIC ROOTS
Join this unique flower meditation class enhanced by a Zaphir Chime sound bath. The sensory experience encourages a connection with yourself through the touch, texture, color and scent of fresh flowers.
6. Tres Souls
FRIDAY FROM 7-9:30 P.M. | LATINO ARTS
Tres Souls is coming back by popular demand to Latino Arts for a spring performance. This trio relives vintage sounds from the ’40s-’60s with their interpretation of the “Bolero” genre. Accompanying this event is an opening performance by the Latino Art Strings Program.
7. Corky Siegal
FRIDAY AT 7 P.M | ANODYNE COFFEE ROASTING CO.
Blues harmonica player, pianist and singer-songwriter Corky Siegal is the founder of Chamber Blues, and he’s coming to Anodyne Coffee this weekend. Tickets are available at the door and online.
8. Ex Fabula StoryStretch Workshop
SATURDAY FROM 11 A.M.-1 P.M. | COPYWRITE STUDIOS
Looking to improve your storytelling skills? This guided and interactive workshop will sharpen just that. Learn how to improve your personal branding and get tips on avoiding common storytelling mistakes. Space is limited.
9. Drop Down Car Club’s First Season Opener “Back on the Diamond”
SATURDAY FROM 12-5 P.M. | AMERICAN FAMILY FIELD
With spring approaching, car season is officially starting up. Drop Down Car Club is hosting its season opener this Saturday to bring together Wisconsin’s car scene. Check out the hundreds of show cars, live music, entertainment, food trucks and awards.
10. Bunny Hop Festival
SATURDAY FROM 12-2 P.M. | 5800 N BAYSHORE DR
Welcome spring with Bayshore’s 4th annual Easter event, with special guest, the Easter Bunny. There will also be other beloved fairytale characters, balloon creations, face paintings and a stuffed bunny giveaway for the first 500 kids.
11. Record Store Day Afterparty: Caleb Westphal Spin Vinyl 45s
SATURDAY FROM 8-11 P.M. | CANNI
Canni is hosting a night of music spun on 45 vinyl records with Devils Teeth saxophonist Caleb Westphal. Make song requests from over 750 singles including rock & roll, soul, garage rock and country. This event is free to attend.
12. Broadway Rave: A Musical Theater Dance Party
SATURDAY FROM 8-11:30 P.M. | THE COOPERAGE
Dance and sing along to your favorite show-tunes at this Broadway Rave dance party. Dress up as your favorite characters and see surprise Broadway guest stars. Reserve your ticket online.
13. The Beauty Queen of Leenane
SATURDAY FROM 8-9:45 P.M. | BROADWAY THEATER CENTER
This Saturday is your last chance to see The Beauty Queen of Leenane, a tale of family disfunction at its finest. This performance is set in Connemara County, Galaway and features dark humor with adult subject matter. Review the full list of content online.
14. The Home & Great Outdoors Expo
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 10 A.M. TO 6 P.M. | BAIRD CENTER
Get inspiration for home design, learn about the newest available gear, attend workshops with hands-on demos and connect with industry professionals at this year’s Home & Great Outdoors Expo. This event will feature any area of home design you can think of: gardening, landscaping, recreational gear, boats, RVs and more. Tickets can be purchased online.
15. Milwaukee’s Best Bloody
SUNDAY FROM 11:30 A.M. TO 2 P.M. | WISCONSIN STATE FAIR PARK
Great Lakes Hemophilia Foundation’s mission is to spread awareness about bleeding diseases that impact more than 3,600 Wisconsinites. Its 13th annual Milwaukee’s Best Bloody event is taking place this Sunday. A ticket includes samples from every participating bar and restaurant. Stay safe with the Designated Driver tickets that provide non-alcoholic Bloody Mary samples. After, vote for your favorite Bloody Mary!
