1. Frankenstein: The Musical
ALL WEEKEND | BROADWAY THEATRE CENTER
Frankenstein: The Musical follows the timeless story of Victor Frankenstein, where an obsession with “advancing” technology unleashes terror and tragedy. Skylight Music Theatre creates a new, bold telling of the classic text for modern audiences. Tickets are available online.
2. Anime Milwaukee
ALL WEEKEND | THE BAIRD CENTER & THE HILTON MILWAUKEE CITY CENTER HOTEL
Celebrate all things anime at this three-day anime convention in downtown Milwaukee. The convention is jampacked with events throughout the weekend, so it has a little bit of something for everyone. The schedule and tickets are available online.
3. Celebration International Women’s Day
ALL WEEKEND | MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
Saturday is International Women’s Day, but there are events and things to do all weekend to celebrate. Check out our guide to local events here.
It’s time to pick your Milwaukee favorites for the year!
4. Dames at Sea
ALL WEEKEND | UWM THEATRE BUILDING
Get lost at sea with this musical inspired by 1930s Hollywood, following Ruby on her journey from her small hometown to New York City with ambitions of Broadway. Expect tap dancing, singing and romance with Dames at Sea. Tickets are available online.
5. Lent Fish Fry
FRIDAY FROM 11 A.M.- 9 P.M. | KEGEL’S INN
Giving up meat for lent? Kegel’s Inn has you covered. Enjoy their award-winning Friday fish fry in a decked-out and heated beer garden tent. Reservations aren’t required but are highly recommended.
6. National Absinthe Day
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY FROM 5-11:30 P.M. | SHANGHAI SPEAKEASY
Celebrate the once-banned absinthe at Shanghai Speakeasy with absinthe flights and cocktails. Distilled with wormwood, anise and fennel, the herbal spirit has a rich history and is a specialty of the speakeasy.
7. Baseball Bonanza
FRIDAY FROM 6-8:30 P.M. | THE NEW FASHIONED
Get excited for the upcoming Brewers season with this family-friendly event all about America’s favorite pastime. The ticket includes a chance to win tickets to the Brewers opening day, baseball trivia and open access to games like giant Jenga and hyperbowling.
8. Aziz Ansari: Hypothetical Tour
FRIDAY AT 7 P.M. | RIVERSIDE THEATRE
Award-winning comedian Aziz Ansari is making a stop at the Riverside Theatre this Friday on his Hypothetical Tour. Tickets can be purchased online.
9. La Perla
FRIDAY FROM 7-9:30 P.M. | LATINO ARTS, INC.
Experience the unique vocal and percussion trio La Perla this Friday, highlighting powerful lyrics with Colombian-Caribbean rhythms. Tickets can be purchased online.
10. Slow Art Saturday
SATURDAY FROM 10:30-11:30 A.M. | MILWAUKEE ART MUSEUM
Practice mindfulness and personal well-being at the Milwaukee Art Museum with experts on a single work of art. This event is included with regular admission to the museum.
11. Tap Into Milwaukee
SUNDAY FROM NOON-4 P.M. | PILOT PROJECT BREWING
Enjoy samples of beer, ciders and seltzers at Pilot Project Brewing in an afternoon of live music, games and entertainment. This event is 21+ and tickets include all sampling activities.
12. National Theatre Live: Prima Facie
SATURDAY & SUNDAY AT NOON | ORIENTAL THEATRE
Catch this Tony Award-winning one-woman play as it returns to the big screen at the Oriental Theatre this weekend. The film follows Tessa, a young, successful barrister faced with an unexpected turn that forces her to grapple with where law and morals diverge. Tickets can be purchased online.
13. Food & Froth
SATURDAY FROM 7-9:30 P.M. |MILWAUKEE PUBLIC MUSEUM
Milwaukee Public Museum is hosting its 25th annual Food & Froth event, featuring food and beer samples and entertainment throughout the night. This event is 21+ and tickets are available online.
14. Goiste With Special Guest Athas
SATURDAY AT 7:30 P.M. | SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Ireland’s award-winning traditional ensemble Goiste joins Milwaukee’s Celtic ensemble Athas on stage this Saturday in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Reserve your seat online.
15. Second Sunday Bird Walk
SUNDAY FROM 8:30-10 A.M. | LAKESHORE PARK
The experienced Milwaukee Birders will be at at Lakeshore State Park early Sunday morning for a stroll to take a peek at the local birds. Scopes will be provided, but feel free to bring your binoculars too. This event is all ages and open to all.
16. Collective Outdoor Winter Wellness: Hike & Breathwork
SUNDAY FROM 1-2:30 P.M. | COLLECTIVE FLOW
Get grounded in the outdoors with this winter wellness series by Collective Flow. This event includes a guided outdoor hike focused on breath work. The event also provides coffee or tea to warm up at Collective Flow’s cabin before heading to the great outdoors. Spots can be reserved online.
