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 […]

Experience Fine Arts in Fond du Lac including paintings, pottery, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, garden art, photography, fine wood art, weaving, quilting, and much more near the shores of Lake Winnebago on Oven Island in beautiful Lakeside Park. Watch and interact with artists while they work, view art from our scholarship winners, and bid on donated […]

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 […]

Violinist Wes Luke, cellist Alex Chambers-Ozasky, and pianist Stephen Self will perform a program of masterworks for piano trio, beginning with Haydn’s lively “Gypsy Trio,” followed by Rachmaninoff’s lyrical Trio élégiaque No. 1, and concluding with Schubert’s beloved Trio No. 2, known for its rich melodies and virtuosic interplay. This free concert is part of […]

A great jazz session featuring Soul Call, a newly formed group of experienced Madison musicians. This organic group performs jazz standards and soul music in acoustic settings featuring Mark Piasecki and vocalist Anitra Holveson.

Soul Call is a newly formed group of experienced Madison musicians. This organic group performs jazz standards and soul music in acoustic settings featuring Mark Piasecki and vocalist Anitra Holveson

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 this family-friendly, truck-loving event with a historic truck show display of up to 1,000 trucks! Spectator admission includes the Truck Show, Expo Hall, Learning Sessions (including many […]

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 […]

Join WPR at Pridefest Milwaukee. From Thursday, June 5th to Saturday, June 7th, stop by the WPR booth at the Vendor Marketplace where you’ll meet WPR staff and Community Ambassadors. […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us for this family-friendly, truck-loving event with a historic truck show display of up to 1,000 trucks! Spectator admission includes the Truck Show, Expo Hall, Learning Sessions (including many […]

Learn about Czech drinking culture and experience different styles of Czech beers and Czech pours at Working Draft all weekend — 16 Czech side pull faucets — 8 Working Draft […]

Join WPR at Pridefest Milwaukee. From Thursday, June 5th to Saturday, June 7th, stop by the WPR booth at the Vendor Marketplace where you’ll meet WPR staff and Community Ambassadors. […]

**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 […]

Every month this summer, enjoy free concerts at Madison Children’s Museum featuring an eclectic mix of Madison bands. Adults get to dance and chat, kids climb and play, and caregivers […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

Join us for this family-friendly, truck-loving event with a historic truck show display of up to 1,000 trucks! Spectator admission includes the Truck Show, Expo Hall, Learning Sessions (including many […]

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 […]

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, […]

When we first opened Sanctuary, one of our missions was to continually bring in high-level talent from across the Jiu-Jitsu world, and Prof. Bell was at the top of our […]

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 […]

Local Author Children’s Book Fair Caramel Crisp Corner Saturday, June 7th 11 am to 3 pm 200 City Center Oshkosh 54901   Local Children’s Book Authors! Children’s Activities! Baby Goats!  …and More!   There is nothing more magical than reading a great book to a child!  And there is something extra special about reading a […]

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 […]

Join WPR at Pridefest Milwaukee. From Thursday, June 5th to Saturday, June 7th, stop by the WPR booth at the Vendor Marketplace where you’ll meet WPR staff and Community Ambassadors. […]

Learn about Czech drinking culture and experience different styles of Czech beers and Czech pours at Working Draft all weekend — 16 Czech side pull faucets — 8 Working Draft […]

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 […]

Bridge Street Art & Gifts, 304 N. Bridge Street Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, is a cooperative of 12 area artists. Barbara Hand (Basketry) and Alexandria Mooney Jones (Firework Art, Glass & […]

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 […]

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 […]

**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 […]