WPR Music, Arts & Culture calendar

In partnership with military history interpreters Badger Light Infantry, Old World Wisconsin presents For Liberty & Union: A Civil War Living History Experience. Explore the impact of Wisconsin’s communities in the American Civil War in the theater of battle and at home. For 2025, Old World will focus on the 26th Wisconsin regiment, a group […]

Come enjoy the Madison Flute Club as they play their free summer concert series. The featured music is a mix of Broadway show tunes and recognizable lively summer favorites. This event is suitable for all ages and is handicapped accessible.

Join us for WPR Music Bingo in Iron River! Bring your friends and family and test your music trivia knowledge and earn cool swag from WPR when you get a bingo on your card. The game starts at 1 p.m. on Sunday, July 20. This event is free but space is limited. Please RSVP to […]

Optimist Theatre’s free Shakespeare in the Park presents of The Taming of the Shrew and Much Ado About Nothing – Puppet Edition Grab your lawn chair and picnic snacks for a totally rad Shakespearean summer—where sun, swagger, and sharp-tongued banter rule the stage! This year’s productions, The Taming of the Shrew and Much Ado About […]

Every Sunday July & November 2025 (except 11/30) Walk through what used to be an ancient ocean and look for fossils older than the dinosaurs. In a limestone cave, there are many fossils to see. Learn from our Cave Educator about different fossils that have been discovered. Fossilization is rare. According to the BBC, scientists […]

Bob Kase, who has performed on over 200 albums and shared the stage with music legends, including Frank Sinatra and Peggy Lee, will perform top-shelf mainstream jazz with his group. Kase has served as dean of the School of Fine Arts at the University of Minnesota, Duluth, and chair of the UW-Stevens Point Music Department. […]

This summer, the La Crosse Jazz Orchestra invites you to be part of something truly special. Our 51st Jazz in the Park concert series an unforgettable celebration of music, community, and creativity—featuring a tribute to jazz legends Quincy Jones, July 20 – My Man Quincy, A Tribute To Quincy Jones. America’s best know producer, musician […]

For over 20 years, Opera in the Park has been the epitome of Madison Opera’s place in our community. Garner Park comes alive with music and light sticks, as soloists share their favorite opera and musical theater numbers, along with the Madison Opera Chorus and Madison Symphony Orchestra. Celebrate the power of connection through beautiful […]

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

An informational event for people interested in helping end global poverty. During the meeting, the work of the nonprofit, The Borgen Project, will be discussed, along with its efforts to help end extreme global poverty through advocacy. We will then talk about how individuals can make a difference both on their own and/or through The […]

Join the Superior Public Library and Wisconsin Public Radio for an all-new episode of PBS Wisconsin’s lecture series, University Place, featuring Dr. Katrina Phillips! Connected to PBS Wisconsin’s Studio A in Madison, event attendees at the Superior Public Library will watch the lecture virtually in real time and have the opportunity to participate live in the post-talk […]

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

Wish there was a way to get a crash-course on the most unique aspects of Wisconsin history in one place? Look no further than History Sandwiched In, where scholars, historians, authors and community members from across the state join together to hold engaging discussions on wide-ranging historical topics of interest. From the hidden history of […]

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

Bayfield’s Concerts by the Lake occur every Tuesday and Thursday, from June 17 through August 28, 2025 in Memorial Park. The music runs from 6-8 p.m. The concerts are free and open to the public. Guests are welcome to bring blankets or lawn chairs to the park. Dogs are also welcome on a leash. The […]

Join the CWSO for our Summer Concert Series! This concert will take place in Schmeeckle Reserve’s beautiful amphitheater. Come enjoy the gorgeous scenery while CWSO bassoon section members Brian Ellingboe, Zachary Mixdorf, Emma Burchall, and Zach Dunbar perform!

La Crosse Concert Band 2025, our 95TH season, since 1930! 6/11 CONDUCTOR: Dr. Tammy Fisher Concert Title: “Let There Be Light” 6/18 CONDUCTOR: Kristin Freedlund Concert Title: “It’s a Zoo Out There!” 6/25 CONDUCTORS: Dr. Corey Pompey, Ryan Waldhart, Michelle Jensen and Elissa Kinstler Concert Title: “CELEBRATING AMERICAN COMPOSERS” 7/2 (NO CONCERT) 7/9 CONDUCTOR: Paula […]

This Hands-On History Workshop features baking and cooking at Old World Wisconsin! Get ready to knead, roll, bake and cook in this historic introduction to 1800s cooking. Step up to the 1880s stove in the Crossroads Village Four Mile House kitchen and tend the fire as you prepare meals eaten by previous generations of Wisconsin […]

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

Enjoy an evening of FREE live music as part of the summer series sponsored by the Arts Council of Edgerton. Bring a lawn chair and come early for a picnic supper. Concessions available beginning at 5:30 pm. Concerts run from 6:30-8:00 pm. Location – Menhall Gazebo at Central Park in Edgerton, WI. VO5 is 9 […]

Concert of Civil War era songs, stories and history of how the songs were used during the war. Concert is presented by internationally touring singer songwriter Barb Kronau-Sorensen, on acoustic guitar. Family Friendly, Free event, Free parking, Come early or make a seat reservation in advance. The show is expected to sell out. Call the […]

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 […]

La Crosse Concert Band 2025, our 95TH season, since 1930! Free, Wednesday evening band concerts, 7:00 PM, along the banks of the Mississippi, downtown La Crosse, WI, Riverside Park (100 Block, State St.) June 11th – July 30th (not 7/2). We suggest you drop off audience members, then find nearby downtown parking, such as nearby […]

A tribute to Birch CreekÕs 50 seasons of jazz concertsÑan evening blending historic repertoire and contemporary flair, performed by faculty and students.

Stand in the Light Memory Choir will gather for some casual summer sing-along fun for three Thursdays in July. These sing-alongs are open to the public with no registration required. The Summer Sings series will be held at the outdoor pavilion at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1120 Cedar St., Eau Claire. Please bring […]

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

Join the CWSO for our Summer Concert Series! Enjoy your lunch outside by the river while listening to some beautiful music by CWSO French horn section members Andy Moran, Casey Danielson, Keith Powell, Dave Kallie, Andrew Slembarski, and Alec Sauer at Veterans’ Memorial Park in Wisconsin Rapids!

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

Event Name: Widow Jane Small Batch Whiskey Tasting at The 1844 Table & Mash Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: The 1844 Table & Mash, 5706 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53140 Cost: $35 per person (Reservations Required) Event Description: Join The 1844 Table & Mash for an exclusive evening […]

Bayfield’s Concerts by the Lake occur every Tuesday and Thursday, from June 17 through August 28, 2025 in Memorial Park. The music runs from 6-8 p.m. The concerts are free and open to the public. Guests are welcome to bring blankets or lawn chairs to the park. Dogs are also welcome on a leash. The […]

The JuJu Exchange is a groundbreaking quartet led by Nico Segal – Grammy-winning trumpeter for Chance the Rapper and many more. With one foot in Jazz and the other foot in everything else, The JuJu Exchange is a musical partnership of childhood friends who came up through Chicago Public School music programs. Nico, Julian & […]

Hear from a panel of art historians and experts for a conversation about Spanish painting moderated by Tanya Paul, Isabel and Alfred Bader Curator of European Art and curator of the exhibition “The Brilliance of the Spanish World: El Greco, Velázquez, Zurbarán.”

Musical Theme: Color Our World

Concerts in the Park series begins June 19 and ends August 2, 2025. Special Tribute to the Troops – Then and Now is on July 3 with patriotic favorites featuring Post 7591 Black Knights Color Guard. Bring family, friends, chairs and enjoy the music!

An energetic mix of swinging standards and soulful blues, driven by standout performances from faculty and student ensembles alike.

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

Monday – Friday 10:00am & 1:00pm July & August Join us for a hands-on educational experience as we explore the world of gemstone mining! This free talk and live demonstration offers a behind-the-scenes look at how gemstones and are uncovered, identified, and preserved. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program combines storytelling, geology, […]

**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 […]

FFCFW is an annual summer and fall meeting point for audiences and young filmmakers to celebrate the finest independent cinema and storytelling about farm and culture. The festival program includes eight curated award-winning feature fiction and documentary films from around the world. Film: My Sweet Land Directed by: Sareen Hairabedian Production: USA, France, Ireland, Jordan […]

An energetic mix of swinging standards and soulful blues, driven by standout performances from faculty and student ensembles alike.

STARLIGHT THEATER AT MYARTS Step into the wacky world of Wonderland in this timeless musical full of adventure, imagination, and pure fun! Based on the book by Lewis Carol. Run Time: 75 minutes + intermission Friends, community and family – Join us for the culmination of this 3-week Starlight Series session –This performance will feature […]

The Wabeno Area Players are thrilled to present this purely Wisconsin comedy which was first produced in Door County in 1998. The play is about Marvin, Lloyd and Ernie escaping reality during the bitter cold of winter, trading ice-fishing jokes and talking about life in Wisconsin, as they jig their poles and patiently wait for […]

Lawrence Chamber Music Festival faculty and participants will play chamber music in a variety of styles and groups.

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

Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience and journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. […]

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 […]

Nohl Fellow Nicholas Perry will be joined by painters Leslie Vansen and Shane Walsh, all in various career stages, for a conversation about the evolution of their artistic practices. His work is on view from June 12 to August 2 at the Haggerty in The Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Mary L. Nohl Fund Fellowships for Individual […]

A lively, family-friendly jazz showcase blending student ensemble pieces with jazz orchestra highlights.

Optimist Theatre’s free Shakespeare in the Park presents of The Taming of the Shrew and Much Ado About Nothing – Puppet Edition Grab your lawn chair and picnic snacks for a totally rad Shakespearean summer—where sun, swagger, and sharp-tongued banter rule the stage! This year’s productions, The Taming of the Shrew and Much Ado About […]

The Wabeno Area Players are thrilled to present this purely Wisconsin comedy which was first produced in Door County in 1998. The play is about Marvin, Lloyd and Ernie escaping reality during the bitter cold of winter, trading ice-fishing jokes and talking about life in Wisconsin, as they jig their poles and patiently wait for […]

STARLIGHT THEATER AT MYARTS Step into the wacky world of Wonderland in this timeless musical full of adventure, imagination, and pure fun! Based on the book by Lewis Carol. Run Time: 75 minutes + intermission Friends, community and family – Join us for the culmination of this 3-week Starlight Series session –This performance will feature […]

Come celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park! Play old-time games, meet Smokey Bear, create a clever craft, take the State Park trivia challenge, sample tasty food, and enjoy a concert with Brett Hall. Brett will perform many John Denver favorites and other old-time hits starting at 7:00 pm. Bring cash to purchase […]

**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. […]

FFCFW is an annual summer and fall meeting point for audiences and young filmmakers to celebrate the finest independent cinema and storytelling about farm and culture. The festival program includes eight curated award-winning feature fiction and documentary films from around the world. Film: A Man of Integrity Directed by: Mohammad Rasoulof Production: Iran Production year: […]

A tribute to Birch CreekÕs 50 seasons of jazz concertsÑan evening blending historic repertoire and contemporary flair, performed by faculty and students.

STARLIGHT THEATER AT MYARTS Step into the wacky world of Wonderland in this timeless musical full of adventure, imagination, and pure fun! Based on the book by Lewis Carol. Run Time: 75 minutes + intermission Friends, community and family – Join us for the culmination of this 3-week Starlight Series session –This performance will feature […]

The Wabeno Area Players are thrilled to present this purely Wisconsin comedy which was first produced in Door County in 1998. The play is about Marvin, Lloyd and Ernie escaping reality during the bitter cold of winter, trading ice-fishing jokes and talking about life in Wisconsin, as they jig their poles and patiently wait for […]

LCMF participant groups will showcase a variety of chamber music repertoire from different styles, composers, and eras.

WPR is proud to sponsor the Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra’s “Symphony Under the Stars” concert on Saturday, July 26 at the Fox Cities Stadium. Come for the music and stay for the fireworks show at the end! Stop by the WPR table for swag and say hello to WPR regional staff. The event is family-friendly […]