WPR Music, Arts & Culture calendar

Get ready for an explosion of color, rhythm, and cultural celebration! The Association of Indians of Sun Prairie is proud to announce its much-awaited Shri Krishna Janmasthami 2025, set to take place on Sunday Aug 17th, 2025 at Sun Prairie West Performing Art Center. This vibrant event promises an unforgettable experience for families, friends, and […]

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 Richland Concert Association are ushering in their 60th season of classical music with a concert featuring local talent, dedicated to board members past and present that have helped this community nonprofit to flourish. Join us for a delightful afternoon of vocal and instrumental music – reception and refreshments to follow.

The Apollo Music Festival proudly announces its 13th annual season, taking place August 14–24, 2025, with eight chamber music concerts at three venues throughout southeast Minnesota and western Wisconsin. This year’s festival features seven nationally recognized musicians performing a rich blend of classical repertoire — and, thanks to generous community support, all events are completely […]

Every Sunday August – except 8/31 Discover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights that are provided. Feel as though you are one of the first people to ever see the cave. Your guide will take you on an adventure while sharing the history & the geologic […]

Band leaders Joan Hutton (alto sax, bass clarinet) and Sue Orfield (tenor sax) began their collaboration in 2019, drawn together by a passion for composing and performing original music. With tight harmonies and precise arrangements, the strength of this duo lies as much in their joyful collaboration as it does their distinct, stylistic differences. Canadian […]

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, […]

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 […]

The Choral Arts Society of Southeastern Wisconsin (CAS) invites adult singers to audition for its 2025-2026 season by appointment on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, from 6:30PM to 9:30PM at First […]

With a career spanning decades and a dozen albums with Lowen & Navarro, Dan Navarro is currently on tour in support of his new album, “Horizon Line” released in August […]

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. The Edgerton Community […]

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 […]

Rescheduled from a July rainout. Join us on Wednesday, August 20 for singer, Carmen Nickerson’s, concert under the August stars. Carmen Nickerson’s incredible range of musical styles and her own original tunes will leave you wanting more. Don’t miss this dynamic performance that’s sure to light up the park with energy and soul!

Love isn’t part of the agreement. But life has other plans. Some unions are built on love. Others are built on paperwork. And sometimes, even the most transactional arrangements reveal something unexpectedly tender. In Paper Marriage, a Chinese immigrant facing deportation pins her hopes on a marriage of convenience with an unemployed American drifting through […]

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 […]

WPR is bringing live classical music to local venues. Join us for an evening of classical favorites, pop covers, meads and ciders. We’ll be at White Winter Meads, Ciders and […]

The Cold Stares have toured the world relentlessly, blowing away audiences across the US and Europe with a fierce, blistering live show. Working off the international success of “Voices” which […]

Wisconsin Public Radio is taking classical music out of the concert hall and into your favorite local brewery with a Pint-Sized Concert! This is a free, family-friendly event with a […]

We’re kicking off the 5th Annual Bobby Fest with an all-star night of performers! Catch Pat McCurdy at 6 for some classic Wisconsin tunes, followed by a star-studded comedy night […]

The Apollo Music Festival proudly announces its 13th annual season, taking place August 14–24, 2025, with eight chamber music concerts at three venues throughout southeast Minnesota and western Wisconsin. This […]

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!

Singer/songwriter Carol Montag has been described by folk music legend Tom Paxton as a “genuine discovery” and “the best thing to come out of Iowa since Bonnie Koloc.” Her influences […]

roadway, jazz, and movies — America’s most iconic sounds in the Northwoods. From the dazzling lights of Broadway to the glamour of Hollywood’s silver screens, join Adam Rothenberg and The […]

The Avanti Trio presents the U.S. premiere of French composer Rita Strohl’s recently discovered and newly restored Piano Trio No. 2 in D minor (1888) (made available by the Palazzetto […]

History is Fun! That is definitely the case at our annual Kid’s History Day Friday, August 22 from 9 AM-3 PM. Hosted by the Marathon County Historical Society (MCHS), we will explore “History through the Decades” From orange shag rug to poodle skirts, we will experience the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s with fun and interactive […]

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 Kristen Gaylord, Herzfeld Curator of Photography and Media Arts and the exhibition curator, for an in-depth exploration of the themes and topics in the exhibition “Erin Shirreff: Permanent Drafts.” This is the most comprehensive exhibition in a decade of works by Shirreff and showcases more than 40 recent works, including installations specific to the […]

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 […]

The Apollo Music Festival proudly announces its 13th annual season, taking place August 14–24, 2025, with eight chamber music concerts at three venues throughout southeast Minnesota and western Wisconsin. This year’s festival features seven nationally recognized musicians performing a rich blend of classical repertoire — and, thanks to generous community support, all events are completely […]

From the sharp edges of truth to the surreal corners of the mind. We end our season where all great stories begin: in the space between what is real and what we dare to dream. Our journey opens in distant villages and intimate corners of the world, where art, legacy, and identity bloom against the […]

Step into a magical summer evening as the Racine Symphony Orchestra brings Mendelssohn’s Midsummer Night’s Dream to life amidst the lush beauty of Milaeger’s Greenhouse. Let the shimmering notes of the Scherzo and the majestic Wedding March transports you to a world of enchantment. This vibrant program also features high-energy favorites, from the exhilarating Sabre […]

Join the CWSO for our Summer Concert Series! Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Village Gardens while listening to CWSO string players Anna Cromwell (violin), Michelle Wenzel (violin), Mary Moran (viola), and Christine Kralik (cello) perform!

Looking for a wholly unique way to relax and unwind? We’ve goat your back! Old World Wisconsin is hosting an exciting and invigorating morning goat yoga class in a unique, historic location. If your muscles or mind are feeling baa-d (sorry—we just had to), this is your chance to work on your flexibility, balance and […]

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

Tired of fighting all those garden weeds? Good news – you can eat them! Join us in the Kitchen Garden at Taliesin with Taliesin Preservation’s Kitchen Gardener, Abbie Lehman, to learn what weeds in your garden are delicious and nutritious. Learn about companion planting and how some weeds can actually benefit your garden when managed […]

The Apollo Music Festival proudly announces its 13th annual season, taking place August 14–24, 2025, with eight chamber music concerts at three venues throughout southeast Minnesota and western Wisconsin. This year’s festival features nine nationally recognized musicians performing a rich blend of classical repertoire — and, thanks to generous community support, all events are completely […]

**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. […]

Savor a delicious alfresco meal followed by an upbeat bluegrass/folk music concert by Lucky Pickers starting at 6:30 pm. This is a fundraiser for the Friends of the Kettle Moraine to support projects within the Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit including the Ice Age Visitor Center Complex enhancements. Enjoy a tasty show special […]

Decades Night is a dance party with food, music, beverages, raffles, costume contest and tons of fun! It raises money to supplement the annual fund at Community Center of Hope, a food pantry based in Mosinee, WI, that serves clients in the southern third of Marathon County. We have registered 50 new families in the […]

Seph Schlueter, his debut single “Counting My Blessings” hitting No. 1. In Cup3 7pm Show, 6:30 Doors, Early Entry 6pm.

One Letter. Five Composers. Timeless Masterpieces. Experience the final cadences of Emberlight’s monumental 5th anniversary season with an evening devoted to five of the most legendary composers in history — each united by the letter ‘B’ — Johann Sebastian Bach, Leonard Bernstein, Johannes Brahms, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Jason Robert Brown. As only The Broadway […]