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September Writing Challenge at Manitowoc Public Library

Manitowoc Public Library 707 Quay Street, Manitowoc

Have you always wanted to write but can’t find the right time to start? How does Monday, September 1 sound? That’s when the September Writing Challenge kicks off at Manitowoc […]

Participation is Free!

RoundTrip Smart Trips Challenge

N/A Wisconsin

RoundTrip Greater Madison, a public program in Dane County, is hosting the Smart Trips Challenge this September. The month-long event encourages residents to swap solo car trips for biking, busing, […]

Free

Every Brilliant Thing

The Pump House Regional Arts Center 119 King st, La Crosse

Every Brilliant Thing By Duncan MacMillan with Jonny Donahoe Directed by Pete Rydberg Presented by Grey Area Productions You’re six years old. Mum’s in hospital. Dad says she’s “done something stupid.” She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a list of everything that’s brilliant about the world. Everything that’s worth […]

$15 – $30

Grow and Gather: Fall Foraging

Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center 5607 County Road C, Spring Green

Come explore Phoebe Point Trail at Taliesin and learn how to forage with Taliesin Preservation’s Kitchen Gardener, Abbie Lehman. This class will begin by discussing foraging basics at the base of the trail. Then, we will embark on a moderate 1.1 mile loop through Phoebe Point to put our new knowledge to the test, identifying […]

$45.00

14 South Artists Regional Art Tour 2025

Oregon Art Center 134 Janesville Street, Oregon

Attention Art Lovers! Mark your calendars for September 13 and 14, 2025, and make plans for a road trip to visit some of Wisconsin’s finest artists in their homes and […]

Free

Monroe Street Festival

Monroe Street 1800 Monroe Street, Madison

The 47th Monroe Street Festival will take place on Saturday, September 13 from 10:00 to 5:00 in the 1600 – 2600 blocks of Monroe Street. The Monroe Street Festival is a cherished annual tradition celebrating Monroe Street’s many locally owned businesses and our surrounding residential neighborhoods. The day-long event features a range of activities including […]

Free

Eric Lewis in Concert

Mt. Morris Town Park N3837 County Road G, Wild Rose

Black Hawk Folk Society Second Saturday Concert in the Park features Eric Lewis, a multi-instrumentalist from Memphis. Eric is back by popular demand after sharing the stage last summer with Paper Birds–Katie Dahl, Rich Higdon, Claudia Russell & Bruce Kaplan. Enjoy an afternoon of his music in this beautiful lakeside park (rain site: Mountain View […]

$10 – $19

River Walks – Wild Rice Processing

Pokegama Bay Boat Launch Billings Dr., Superior

Are you curious about the practice of harvesting & processing Wild Rice? Manoominikewin – Ojibwemowin for harvesting wild rice – holds both cultural significance and ecological importance. Join the Lake Superior Reserve, the UWS Indigenous Cultures Resource Center, and the 1854 Treaty Authority on September 13th at the Pokegama Bay Boat Launch from 3:00pm-4:00pm to […]

Free

Hike, Dine, Drum

Zillmer Trails Area Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit, Campbellsport

Welcome the autumn season with a relaxing hike through the woods (4:30-5:30 pm) followed by a scrumptious fall harvest dinner (5:30-6:30 pm), and a campfire concert performed by Ryan Miesel (6:30-8:00 pm). The concert will include a drumming circle. Bring a comfortable lawn chair and a drum if you have one. Ryan will have some […]

$15.00

Charlie Berens

Mineral Point Opera House 139 High Street, Mineral Point

Keep ‘er movin! He’s back again for two more shows! Charlie Berens is a comedian, New York Times best-selling author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician, and creator of the viral sensation, The Manitowoc Minute, a comedic news show about the Midwest. He returns to the Mineral Point Opera House on Saturday, September 13 for TWO shows at […]

$5 – $75

Fashion Through the Eras

Wisconsin Historical Society 816 State St., Madison

Step into the world of timeless fashion at this exclusive event, where you’ll uncover the hidden gems of the Wisconsin Historical Society’s renowned clothing collection! Explore a curated selection of historic and one-of-a-kind pieces as expert presenters guide you through the fascinating stories and craftsmanship behind these archival textiles. But the experience doesn’t end there! […]

$50

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Madison, WI

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East 4402 E Washington Ave, Madison

North America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in Madison, WI! Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know […]

$77.16

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Milwaukee, WI

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee 333 W Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee

North America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in Milwaukee, WI! Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know […]

$81.84

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Green Bay, WI

Hyatt Regency Green Bay 333 Main St, Green Bay

North America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in Green Bay, WI! Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you […]

$71.92

“1875” @ Out of Our Minds Chamber Music

Viterbo University Fine Arts Center 900 Viterbo Drive, La Crosse

Concert 1 – “1875” Saturday, September 13 @ 7:30 PM Viterbo University Nola Starling Recital Hall Michelle Elliott, violin | Busya Lugovier, viola | Derek Clark, cello | Mary Ellen […]

Distant Worlds: Music from FINAL FANTASY

Miller High Life Theatre 500 West Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee

Our celebration of the music of FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI by renowned composer Masayoshi Soken will be led by legendary maestro Arnie Roth and performed by a full symphony orchestra and chorus. The concert will feature a special performance by FINAL FANTASY XIV & XVI original vocalist Amanda Achen. Iconic works by Nobuo Uematsu, […]

$57.78

Alan Parsons Live Project

The Riverside Theater 116 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee

Alan Parsons was born into a family with an impressive history in entertainment. His great-grandfather was the celebrated actor/manager Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree. His mother was an actress, professional folk singer and harpist and his father, Denys Parsons, an accomplished pianist and flautist as well as the author of many books. The late Oliver Reed, […]

$69.47

Charlie Berens

Mineral Point Opera House 139 High Street, Mineral Point

Keep ‘er movin! He’s back again for two more shows! Charlie Berens is a comedian, New York Times best-selling author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician, and creator of the viral sensation, The Manitowoc Minute, a comedic news show about the Midwest. He returns to the Mineral Point Opera House on Saturday, September 13 for TWO shows at […]

$5 – $75