1. SoundBites
THURSDAY AT 6 P.M. | HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM
After a five-year hiatus, SoundBites is returning to the Harley-Davidson Museum this Thursday. The multi-sensory experience includes bites from Milwaukee’s top chefs combined with sounds curated by Radio Milwaukee’s DJs. The fundraising event will feature 12 tasting stations throughout the museum. Tickets are available online.
2. Cheers For Wishes Mardi Gras
FRIDAY FROM 7- 10 P.M. | MARCUS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Wishmakers of Wisconsin is hosting its 3rd annual Cheers for Wishes fundraising event. Come dressed in cocktail attire and show off your sparkly outfits to enjoy an evening with live music from Extra Crispy Brass Band, a silent auction, King Cake, casino tables and more. Tickets and additional donations are available online.
3. Glory
FRIDAY AT 7 P.M. | ORIENTAL THEATER
This Friday is your last chance to view Milwaukee Film’s Black History Month programming, with a showing of Glory.
Tell us who you’d pick to be a Betty this year!
4. Ingrid Fliter Plays Mozart
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT 7:30 P.M. | BRADLEY SYMPHONY CENTER
Ingrid Fliter joins the Milwaukee Symphany Orchestra for a two-day event performing Mozart’s smiling Piano Concerto No. 17 and continues with music from Prokofiev’s ballet Romeo and Juliet. Reserve your ticket online.
5. Taste & Toast
FRIDAY FROM 4-7 P.M. | PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS
Friday is the last day of Milwaukee Downtown’s Taste & Toast. Over 20 downtown hotspots are participating in offering specially priced appetizers, mixers, brews, wines and even parking discounts. Participating restaurants include The Knick, Onesto and Blue Bat Kitchen + Tequileria. View the full list here.
6. Women’s Month Kick Off & Izzy Hops!
FRIDAY AT 6 P.M. | IZZY HOPS SWIG & NOSH
Celebrate the beginning of Women’s Month with a variety of specialty cocktails, beers, cider from brands repped by women in the community to support Wisconsin Women’s Network.
7. Fight For Air Climb Milwaukee
SATURDAY AT 7 A.M | 411 E. WISCONSIN CENTER, 53202
This fundraiser for the American Lung Association invites participants to climb over 30 flights of stairs with friends, family, and colleagues in a fun, celebratory atmosphere. Show your appreciation for everyday heroes dealing with unhealthy air as an occupational hazard. Reservations and donations available online.
8. Girl Scout Cookies at Mathnasium!
SATURDAY FROM 9:30 A.M. TO 12 P.M. | WAUWATOSA MATHNASIUM CENTER
Mathnasium Milwaukee is partnering with the Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast to support its future leaders. The family-friendly event includes interactive activities like the Smart Cookie Challenge, cookie-themed problem-solving stations, prizes and plenty of Girl Scout cookies to stock up on your favorites.
9. The Bow Tides Live
SATURDAY AT 8 P.M. | SHANK HALL
The Bow Tides is a Celtic ensemble that celebrates community, collaboration and unique Celtic music. The ensemble is led by three Irish fiddlers, Ellery Klein, Jessie Burns and Katie Grennan, who hold a collective 16 years as the fiddlers for supergroup Gaelic Storm.
10. The Prince Experience
SATURDAY AT 8 P.M. | PABST THEATER
The Prince Experience is returning to Milwaukee this weekend for an unforgettable night of Prince classics from “The Purple One.” Get tickets online.
11. After Hours Jazz at Kegal’s Inn- B.D. Greer & The Gents
SATURDAY 9-11 P.M. | KEGAL’S INN
Experience jazz in an intimate, cozy atmosphere at this after-hours concert. Unwind with a live show, enjoy a drink and some good vibes. A thoughtfully-curated charcuterie board for two people is available upon pre-order.
12. Thrift Trio Pop Up: Thirst & Vintage Mini Market
SATURDAY FROM 12-5 P.M. | TRIPLE TAPROOM & KITCHEN
Over on Milwaukee’s East side will be a vintage thrift mini market featuring Kingfisher Thrift, Lowwstock Vintage and Libbie Marie Thrifts.
13. Girls & STEM
SUNDAY FROM 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M. | DISCOVERY WORLD
The Girl’s & STEM event provides girls with workshops and real-life interactions and conversations with women in STEM fields. Discovery World is hosting over 20+ exhibitors and organizations, such as Girl Scouts of Southeast Wisconsin, SciKids Greater Milwaukee Mathnasium and more this weekend.
14. MKE Destash Event
SUNDAY FROM 11 A.M. TO 3 P.M | THE BAVARIAN BIERHAUS
MKE Destash is a unique makers shopping event where you can shop overstock and odd art supplies at discounts. There’ll be mystery bags, prototype pieces, pottery and prints from over 100+ vendors. The event will also include free kids make and take stations and live music. Tickets available online.
15. Passport To Ireland
SUNDAY FROM 11 A.M TO 2 P.M. | CELTICMKE CENTER
This immersive St. Patrick’s Day experience transforms all three levels of the CelticMKE Center into terminals that transport guests to Irish destinations. Families can travel to eight different countries to celebrate Irish culture, history and traditions through crafts and storytelling. This event will also feature Irish dancers, live music, food, and more. Reserve your spot online.
16. Oscars Watch Party
SUNDAY AT 5 P.M. | POP!
Kevin S., star of the weekly POP! Podcast, is hosting an Oscars watch party. Watch the award show while guessing the winners in Beat the Ballot to win prizes. Complimentary champagne is available for those who dress to impress and indulge in themed cocktails, popcorn and free specialty shots.
17. Jazz Heritage Festival
SATURDAY FROM 1-5 P.M. | MILWAUKEE YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Youth Arts Center’s presents a performance from its Jazz Studies program and professional guest musicians such as David Bixler. Tickets are available online.
