WPR Music, Arts & Culture calendar

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 […]

Harry Potter’s Birthday Party at Caramel Crisp Corner! Sunday, July 27th 1 – 4 pm 200 City Center Oshkosh, WI 54901 920 231 4540 Celebrate the birthday of ‘The Boy […]

LCMF Young Artists will perform a variety of chamber music repertoire from many different styles, composers, and time periods.

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 […]

Naturally Animated Architecture: Using the Movements of the Sun, Wind, and Rain to Bring Indoor Spaces and Sustainable Practices to Life Explore how the natural movements of the sun, wind, […]

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 […]

Stuck On Blue is the musical partnership between Kelvin Kaspar, Jake Crowe, and Mike Malone. The trio combines their friendship and mutual respect for original music , playing original works, […]

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, […]

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, […]

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, […]

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 […]

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, […]

LCMF Young Artists will play a variety of chamber music repertoire from many different styles, composers, and time periods.

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 […]

The 2025 Concerts on the Square season draws to a powerful close with Shostakovich’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in F, featuring the Madison debut of rising star pianist Sylvia Jiang. […]

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, July 30 as the Lake Mills City Band and the Palmyra-Eagle Community Band presents its 10th annual joint concert in Commons Park, Lake Mills. This […]

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 concert featuring audience-favorite big band pieces, performed by the faculty orchestra and accompanied by student combos.

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, […]

Want to master the art of spinning wool? This interactive workshop will take fledgling and seasoned students alike through 1800s yarn design: start with sheep fleece and finish with your own wool yarn. Learn how to wash, prepare and card wool before trying your hand at using a spinning wheel like those used in the […]

WPR is proud to sponsor the Mile of Music Festival from July 31 to August 3. Visit us at the Lawrence Memorial Chapel where we’ll be your hosts for the […]

Lawrence Chamber Music Festival faculty will join together for a variety of high-level music-making to kick off Mile of Music.

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 […]

A multi-award-winning trio from Ennis, County Clare, Ireland—the mecca of Irish traditional music. Forged together by a fire of pure joy and passion for their art, the band comprises Aodan […]

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 […]

Explore the breadth of big band jazzÑfrom classic swing to modern stylingsÑwith vibrant performances by faculty and students.

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 […]

LCMF Young Artists will work together with Mile of Music artists to create arrangements of their original songs.

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 […]

WPR is proud to sponsor the Mile of Music Festival from July 31 to August 3. Visit us at the Lawrence Memorial Chapel where we’ll be your hosts for the […]

LCMF Young Artists will collaborate with Mile of Music artists to create chamber music arrangements of their original songs.

Explore the breadth of big band jazzÑfrom classic swing to modern stylingsÑwith vibrant performances by faculty and students.

**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 MCM featuring an eclectic mix of Madison bands. Adults get to dance and chat, kids climb and play, and caregivers enjoy low-stress […]

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 […]

A journey through the dark side of the American dream, Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman’s Tony-winning musical Assassins explores the lives of nine men and women who either killed (or […]

Strikepoint, an internationally-acclaimed handbell ensemble based in Duluth, MN will be performing at 7:30pm on Friday, August 1 at the Cathedral of Christ the King (1111 Belknap St.) in Superior. […]

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 […]

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

Join us for a celebration of the art and culture of Wisconsin’s First People, as part of an ongoing partnership between Little Eagle Arts Foundation (LEAF) of Wisconsin Dells and […]

Join the Friends of Governor Nelson State Park and the Wisconsin DNR for festivities celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Park! Scavenger Hunt with prizes for kids, Walk/Talk with Lake […]

LCMF Young Artists will collaborate with Mile of Music artists to create chamber music arrangements of their original songs.

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 […]

The Riverwest neighborhood welcomes River Press, a new art studio, shop and gallery featuring exclusively Milwaukee-local artists. A grand opening celebration will be held at River Press on Saturday, August 2 from 11:00 […]

WPR is proud to sponsor the Mile of Music Festival from July 31 to August 3. Visit us at the Lawrence Memorial Chapel where we’ll be your hosts for the […]

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 […]

Bridge Street Art & Gifts, 304 N. Bridge Street, located in downtown Chippewa Falls Wisconsin across from Mason Shoe, is a cooperative of 12 area artists. Barbara Lowe (Gourd Art, […]

LCMF Young Artists will collaborate with Mile of Music artists to create chamber music arrangements of their original songs.

Token Creek presents a play reading! Synopsis: Not everyone in the senior-living book club wants to read Anna Karenina. But they tackle it anyway….and in so doing open long- buried […]

**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, […]

Join internationally published travel and architectural photographer Andrew Pielage at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin to learn the basics of sunset photography hands-on! Enjoy the rare opportunity to photograph Taliesin in […]

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 […]

The first concert in our 19th annual “South Beach Up North” chamber music festival. This free family friendly concert features our string quartet with a local high school string quartet, […]

A concert featuring audience-favorite big band pieces, performed by the faculty orchestra and accompanied by student combos.

Waitress – The Musical is sponsored by Ironwood Tourism Council ————————————————————— SUGAR, BUTTER, FLOUR… BROADWAY! Order up! Indulge in the delectable world of Waitress – The Musical, a heartwarming tale […]

A journey through the dark side of the American dream, Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman’s Tony-winning musical Assassins explores the lives of nine men and women who either killed (or […]