WPR Music, Arts & Culture calendar

Guided Mine Tours and Train Rides are available all day via paid registration while museum admission is free; advance reservations for mine tours are suggested. Scheduled activities include the Edward Jones Firecracker 5k run-walk event at 9 a.m. (Kids’ Dash at 8:00 am), a live reading of the Declaration of Independence at 12 p.m., and […]

History comes to life with the traditional Blessing Ceremony on Sunday at 1:00 pm, as commercial fishing boats, tugs, powerboats, sailboats, excursion crafts, kayaks and rowboats parade through Bayfield’s City Harbor. As they pass by the tip of the pier, clergy from the Apostle Islands community grant each vessel a blessing for safe passage and […]

Seven Ages Theatricals is thrilled to announce that the Sheboygan-based Indie theatre company will be presenting the WORLD PREMIERE production of Fool, Christopher Moore’s New York Times best-selling comic novel in a new adaptation by the Reduced Shakespeare Company’s Austin Tichenor, in June 2025! Mr. Tichenor is an internationally renowned actor, playwright, and director, and […]

The grand finale of “Her Legacy, Our Voice” unites seven composers from across the globe, whose distinct creative voices are shaping the landscape of 21st century music. LunART’s Composers Hub fellows join forces with our Composer-in-Residence Dr. Chen Yi for a week of workshops and collaboration, culminating in this one-of-a-kind sonic palette. Expect to be […]

Every Sunday in June & September (except 6/15) Explore the stunning landscape above and below ground with our Karst View Hike & Cave Tour! This adventure begins with a guided hike through the rolling terrain of a classic karst landscape, where you’ll discover sinkholes, exposed limestone, and other geological wonders shaped by water over millions […]

Have you ever been out at dusk to listen for animals that are out at night? Now is your chance! Join us under the full moon to explore different parks for animals that are out at night. This program will engage those of all ages through interactive activities about creatures of the night. We will […]

Join Tergar Madison for a 5-week hybrid workshop designed to make meditation enriching and accessible from anywhere. This program will guide you through the essential topics of awareness, compassion, and wisdom, blending traditional teachings with modern insights. The workshop will be led by Scott Anderson, an experienced meditator and teacher who combines his expertise in […]

Join us for a free day with family and friends to connect through art, music, movement, and more. During this day-long themed celebration, we’re highlighting communities we’re born into, we choose, that choose us, that embrace us for who we are, that challenge us—community in all its forms and all the love and richness the […]

In the years following the Civil War and into the 20th century, Madison was a growing and dynamic city. Working and living within this changing environment were Black residents who established a vibrant community around the East Dayton-North Blount-East Johnson Streets in downtown Madison—and in doing so, left a lasting and historic mark on the […]

Join us for WPR Music Bingo! Come test your music trivia knowledge and earn cool swag from WPR when you get a bingo on your card. This event is free but space is limited. Please RSVP to reserve your bingo card. Beverages and food will be available for purchase before and during the event. Come […]

**Every Friday through November** Cave of the Mounds is thrilled to announce the launch of its exclusive Blacklight & Brews Tour, an enchanting and unforgettable experience designed for adults. This unique 1-hour tour promises a captivating journey through the cave, illuminated by ultraviolet lights that reveal the dazzling beauty of fluorescent minerals and formations. One […]

Seven Ages Theatricals is thrilled to announce that the Sheboygan-based Indie theatre company will be presenting the WORLD PREMIERE production of Fool, Christopher Moore’s New York Times best-selling comic novel in a new adaptation by the Reduced Shakespeare Company’s Austin Tichenor, in June 2025! Mr. Tichenor is an internationally renowned actor, playwright, and director, and […]

Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society ( BDDS) presents its 34th summer chamber music festival, FIRE FROM HEAVEN, June 6-22, 2025, featuring nine different concerts over three weekends. “ Just Ken “ is an intimate one hour concert and talk back with the extraordinary Kenneth Olsen, cello , and BDDS founders. Ken will perform music by […]

Join cyclists of all skill levels for the annual BayCare Clinic Century Ride! Choose from 15, 30, 60, or 100-mile routes through scenic Northeast Wisconsin. Enjoy rest stops with refreshments, on-route support, and a post-ride meal. Proceeds benefit local health and wellness initiatives. $20 (17 and under), $55 (15–30-mile ticket), $95 (60–100-mile ticket) What’s Included: […]

Begin your Saturday with a calming outdoor, all-levels yoga class amid the serenity of the Milwaukee Art Museum and stunning views of Lake Michigan. In the event of inclement weather, class will be held inside the Museum. Class begins at 8 a.m. Arrive as early as 7 a.m. with your yoga mat to settle into […]

Enjoy an evening paddle on Dane County waterways! This is a beginner level paddle on the Yahara River from LaFollette County Park to Viking County Park. We have 10 canoes available to rent for $30 each or you are welcome to bring your own boat ($10 – no paddle boards). Each canoe can hold up […]

EVERY SATURDAY This FREE all-levels class will invite you to tune in with nature and yourself through accessible breathing techniques, poses (or asana) and meditation. MAY 31st- AUGUST 30th

Visitors will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the plants at some of Bayfield’s finest gardens. Whether you are an amateur gardener or a professional horticulturist, you are sure to enjoy these self-guided walking tours. Homeowners and gardeners will be on hand to answer your questions. Come to gather design ideas […]

What could be better than spending a bright, sunny summer morning in the beautiful Kettle Moraine countryside, while a certified yoga instructor guides you through a series of gentle and relaxing yoga poses? How about adding a handful of tumbling, curious and seriously cute baby goats from Kid Farm LLC? You and your friends will […]

The Chippewa Valley Museum teams up with the Rassbach Museum to host the Menomonie Blue Caps taking on the Rum River Rovers at Gelein Field for a doubleheader. This free event begins at the Wisconsin Logging Museum at 11 am with a 30-minute overview by Dustyn Dubuque about 1860s rules and game play, followed by […]

In the years following the Civil War and into the 20th century, Madison was a growing and dynamic city. Working and living within this changing environment were Black residents who established a vibrant community around the East Dayton-North Blount-East Johnson Streets in downtown Madison—and in doing so, left a lasting and historic mark on the […]

Join Dr. Tanya Tiffany, professor and chair of the Department of Art History at UW–Milwaukee, for a guest gallery talk exploring “The Brilliance of the Spanish World: El Greco, Velázquez, Zurbarán.”

Explore the Nest Box Trail at Pope Farm Conservancy with Patrick Ready (Bluebird Restoration Association of Wisconsin) and Lori Sheehan (Nest Box Trail Monitor at PFC). Discover the fascinating world of cavity-nesting birds as we explore the Conservancy’s nest box trail and check in on active nests. Learn about the species that use these boxes, […]

Seven Ages Theatricals is thrilled to announce that the Sheboygan-based Indie theatre company will be presenting the WORLD PREMIERE production of Fool, Christopher Moore’s New York Times best-selling comic novel in a new adaptation by the Reduced Shakespeare Company’s Austin Tichenor, in June 2025! Mr. Tichenor is an internationally renowned actor, playwright, and director, and […]

June is for lovers, and for outdoor fun. Madison Shakespeare Company celebrates June by bringing our favorite love stories to our favorite casual outdoor venue, the Tyranena Brewing Company Beer Garden in Lake Mills. Join us Saturday June 7 and Sunday June 8 2025, 2 PM at 1025 Owen St. in Lake Mills for Lovers […]

**Every Saturday through November** Unique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You will learn about ultraviolet light, fluorescence, and see the speleothems GLOW! The tour price includes a black light rental and a guided tour of Cave of the Mounds. Tickets are non-refundable. […]

Seven Ages Theatricals is thrilled to announce that the Sheboygan-based Indie theatre company will be presenting the WORLD PREMIERE production of Fool, Christopher Moore’s New York Times best-selling comic novel in a new adaptation by the Reduced Shakespeare Company’s Austin Tichenor, in June 2025! Mr. Tichenor is an internationally renowned actor, playwright, and director, and […]

Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society ( BDDS) presents its 34th summer chamber music festival Fire From Heaven , June 6-22, 2025, featuring nine different concerts over three weekends. “Your Ears Are Burning” offers Mozart’s Kegelstatt Trio, Miguel del Aguila’s Submerged and Schubert’s monumental E-Flat Major. Trio. https://tinyurl.com/BDDS2025. $47-$53 single tickets , $10 students $123 for […]