1. Annie
ALL WEEKEND | MARCUS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
The touring production of Annie is stopping in Milwaukee this weekend only. Following the story of little orphan Annie, this musical production sends the message that hope can be found even in troubling times. Get tickets here.
2. Peace Tree Planting at MSOE’s Innovation Park
FRIDAY FROM 1-2:30 P.M. | MSOE STEM CENTER IN INNOVATION PARK
MSOE Honors Program is partnering with the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design to host a White Pine Peace Tree planting ceremony, with the goal of finding peaceful solutions during challenging times. Attendees can hear stories, experience a sound bath healing session and listen to ceremonial drums.
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3. A Delicious Meal of Improv Jazz
FRIDAY FROM 7-10 P.M. | JAZZ GALLERY CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Enjoy a eclectic menu of musical offerings of improv jazz, noise rock and muddy folk rock at the Jazz Gallery Center for the Arts. This live show will feature a performance from Taste Rubber, with support from local acts Swim Two Birds and Watersprouts.
4. Ex Fabula Deaf Stories Project StorySlam: Sorry Not Sorry
FRIDAY FROM 7-9 P.M. | CENTENNIAL HALL
Centennial Hall is hosting its sixth annual Deaf Stories Project StorySlam, which will features stories told by deaf community members centered around the night’s theme, “Sorry Not Sorry.” This event is open to all members of the community, and ASL to spoken English interpretation will be provided.
5. Kids Clothing Swap at Riverside Park
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY FROM NOON-6 P.M. | URBAN ECOLOGY CENTER
Have clothes that your little ones have grown out of? The Urban Ecology Center is hosting an exchange so you can swap them out for new-to-you pieces. After you have swapped some outfits, head to the park for some exploring! This event is free for all families.
6. Milwaukee Riverkeeper Cleanup
SATURDAY FROM 9 A.M-NOON| MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
The annual Milwaukee Riverkeeper river cleanup is on Saturday across the city. The Riverkeeper will provide the trash bags and gloves, so all you have to do is pick up trash and have a good time. Choose from over 30 site locations to pick up trash with other volunteers. Plus, you get a t-shirt for participating. Register and view the full list of locations online.
7. Fat Body Hotties Clothing Swap
SATURDAY FROM 10 A.M.-2 P.M. | URBAN ECOLOGY CENTER- RIVERSIDE PARK
Another clothing swap event is taking place for clothes sizes XL/16+ this weekend at the Urban Ecology Center. Attendees can bring clothes to swap or just come to shop. No donations are required to enter.
8. Spring Doormat Sip & Paint
SATURDAY FROM 7-10:30 P.M. | 502 W. GARFIELD AVENUE
Paint With Nelle is hosting a spring doormat sip and paint on Saturday. Tickets include all necessary painting supplies and free shots. There will also be food and drink available for purchase.
9. Michelada Fest
SATURDAY FROM NOON-4 P.M. | ZÓCALO FOOD TRUCK PARK
Fifteen local competitors are going head to head this weekend, competing for the title of Best Michelada in Milwaukee, and you get to be the judge. Attendees will get to taste and vote on their favorites, enjoy live music, grab food from Zócalo’s food trucks and just hang out at this brand new festival. Learn more and get tickets here.
10. Art in the Green
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 9 A.M.-4 P.M. | MITCHEL PARK DOMES
One of Milwaukee’s most popular art festivals is returning this weekend. Art in the Green is a two-day event at the Mitchell Park Domes that features 30 artists selling their artwork. There will also be live entertainment and food vendors, and you can catch the Spring Floral Show in the Show Dome too. Tickets will be available at the door and online.
11. Walker’s Point Makers Market & Bar Hop
SUNDAY FROM NOON-5 P.M. | THROUGHOUT WALKER’S POINT
Over 65 makers and vendors will be spread out throughout the businesses of Walker’s Point this Sunday, selling everything from knit goods to prints to soaps. See the list of the locations and vendors at this free event here.
12. Make Your Own Herbal Dream Pillow
SUNDAY AT NOON | CACTUS CLUB
In this workshop, explore plants, symbols and patterns associated with dreaming and embed them into your own herbal dream pillow to take home. Needle, thread, scrap fabric and a tutorial on basic hand sewing techniques will be provided. Learn more and get tickets here.
13. Spring Fling Art & Maker Thing
SUNDAY FROM 1-5 P.M. | PUDDLER’S HALL
Support seven local artists this Sunday at Puddler’s Hall. Shop from art zines, stickers, repurposed bags, paintings, and home decor. This event is free for everyone.
