It’s a holiday weekend, but you don’t need a holiday to have fun in Milwaukee! Whether you’re in town to entertain the family or just looking for something to do this weekend, scroll down to see what the city has in store for you this weekend, brought to you by Potawatomi Hotel and Casino!
Milwaukee Admirals vs. Milwaukee Admirals Rockford IceHogs
The 2023-24 Milwaukee Admirals season is coming to an end, but not before those pesky Rockford IceHogs visit again this weekend. It’s also Dog Day, Fair Trade Friday, and Student Night at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panther Arena!
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Good Friday fish fry
It’s Good Friday, but on any given weekend, you can find delicious fish fry around Milwaukee. Here are some of our best recommendations from Lori Fredrich:
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LA LOM at Cactus Club
The Los Angeles Alliance of Musicians (LA LOM) is an instrumental trio formed in Los Angeles. They blend the sounds of Cumbia Sonidera, ’60s soul ballads and classic romantic boleros, and they’ll do it in two shows at Cactus Club on Friday night at 6:30 and 10 p.m. .
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Milwaukee Theater Company’s “PIANO MEN 2”
Get ready to laugh, clap and sing along as two pianists perform your favorite hits live and dazzle! No two shows are ever the same, so send in your song requests as this hit production will be back by popular demand.
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Darren Rita in VIVARIUM
Darren Rita has many musical endeavors in a variety of sounds. His versatility as an artist allows him to easily move from punk rock-influenced sounds to neo-soul bop and back to modern hip-hop without missing a step.
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Marquette Alumni at CLUB 400 Watch Party
The Marquette Golden Eagles have reached the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Tournament, and Waukesha’s Club 400 and the Marquette Alumni Association are hosting a game watch party. Discover your next favorite neighborhood bar while rooting for MU’s Elite 8 at Club 400!
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Old School Hip Hop in Gibraltar
Head to the Third Ward for a night of old school hip-hop and 90s R&B in an upscale intimate setting with DJ Z Smoov and Swadetrackz, plus a special performance by Twan Mack.
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movie theaters in milwaukee
From the new “Godzilla” movie to blockbusters like “Ghostbusters” and “Kung Fu Panda 4” to body-building crime thrillers, there’s plenty to watch in Milwaukee this weekend. Get a guide to what’s playing here.
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Egg Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo
Hooray for hip-hop and jump! With spring in the air, it’s a great time to visit the zoo for Egg Day. Join a bingo scavenger hunt, display fun face painting, count golden eggs along the egg hunt trail, watch animals interact with festive enrichment items filled with their favorite foods, and more!
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Milwaukee Admirals VS Milwaukee Admirals Grand Rapids Griffins
It’s going to be a busy night at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers Stadium as the Grand Rapids Griffins travel to Milwaukee to take on the Milwaukee Admirals. The evening will also feature a tribute to Cal O’Reilly and a giveaway to Admiral’s License Plate holders!
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Spring Maker Market at Story Hill Firehouse
Come out and shop, local small businesses all in one convenient location! Get last minute Easter gifts, think ahead to Mother’s Day and why not treat yourself!
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VERVE PIPE, GORAN and MORGAN of VIVARIUM GUFS
Verve Pipe will head to Milwaukee’s newest concert venue, the Vivarium, on Saturday night. If you want to experience some local flavor, Milwaukee’s own band The Gufs, Goran and Morgan, will be joining them for a special two-person show.
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The “Brain” of Social America’s Tavern
Milwaukee’s top magician, Luca, is back and ready to dazzle audiences once again with his new dinner theater show, “Cerebral.” This engaging performance combines Luca’s wit and wry humor with a riveting demonstration of mind reading.
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Ancient Aliens Live at Pabst Theater
“Ancient Alien Live: Project Earth” is an experiential extension of “Ancient Alien” and explores the theory that aliens have been visiting Earth for millions of years. Event headliners include ancient astronaut theorist Giorgio A. Tsoukalos, investigative mythologist William Henry, UFO investigator Nick Pope and real-life David Childress of Indiana Jones.
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Jumping over cliffs, Flying Medusa, some of the stars of Falcon Bowl
Live music at Riverwest’s Falcon Bowl is a fairly new venture, and three Milwaukee indie rock bands will take the stage Saturday night. Music for this all-ages show starts at 7 p.m.
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Live music at CLUB 400
Club 400 in Waukesha will have a host of performers playing at its bar on Saturday night, with acoustic sets from Wise Jennings, Party Marty and Mari Mari playing back-to-back.
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MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant Easter Egg Hunt
Head to the MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant on the Harley-Davidson Museum campus for an Easter Sunday egg hunt on the campus, complete with an appearance by the Easter Bunny for some great photos.
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Easter with LUPI and IRIS
You just saw this James Beard-praised restaurant in the Top Chef premiere.Enjoy a three-course Easter menu now, with brunch served from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner from 2 to 6 p.m.
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Let’s have brunch!
Weekends are brunch season, and this weekend is no exception! However, it is recommended that you call ahead to reserve or check availability for Easter.
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Broomede Mansion Family Magic Show
Hosted by magician and comedian Two Brothers of One Mind, a rotating cast of entertainers will bring the family to Broomard Mansion for some magical fun this Easter Sunday.
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Cactus Club Magazine Civil Records for Beaches, Overhands and Known Satellites Just Released
Following Easter brunch, Milwaukee band Barely Civil will bring a quartet of local music to the Bayview Cactus Club. Don’t miss the celebration of their new record, “I’d Say I’m Not Fine.”
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“High and Low: John Galliano”
Want to celebrate Easter in style? The Oriental Theater is showing “High & Low,” a new documentary chronicling the rise and fall of iconic fashion designer John Galliano. Come for the wild fashion, stay for the glamorous looks of modern celebrities. For show times, click here.
Discover a hidden gem
Milwaukee has a lot of great bars, big and small, all worth trying – we’ve been exploring them all, from beautiful modern spots to delightful dives, all of which add to the beer city scene . Check it out today:
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Charlie Behrens at the Riverside Theater
OP! Didn’t see you there. But comedian Charlie Behrens will return to Wisconsin this weekend for four shows at the Riverside Theater on Friday and Saturday.
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“Crystal” by Cirque du Soleil on the FISERV Forum
Cirque du Soleil returns to Milwaukee for a one-of-a-kind show that brings the art of circus to ice for the first time. Performances continue throughout the weekend.
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Wisconsin Watercolor 2024 at Usttum Museum
The RAM Ustam Museum is pleased to proudly continue a beloved Racine tradition with the 2023 Wisconsin Watercolor Exhibition. The annual statewide competition has been a fan favorite since it was first exhibited in 1966 and is one of the museum’s most popular exhibits.
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Sojourner Family Peace Center Women’s Month Event
The David Barnett Gallery is hosting an event benefitting the Soujourner Family Peace Center, accepting items such as shampoo, conditioner, black hair care products, deodorant, diapers, pads and tampons, Donations of children’s and adult clothing, markers and art supplies.
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Cloth Like Land: Hmong Aboriginal People at the John Michael Kohler Center for the Arts
“Cloth Like Land” centers on the voices of three American Hmong artists and explores the place of Hmong indigenous people in contemporary Hmong art. Learn more about this event here:
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Constructivists present: Disaster!
Get ready for the coming apocalypse! The eve of the 11th annual Upper Midwest Regional Acapella Championship is quickly approaching. Tonight is the last practice. And everyone is late! Maybe the world is ending? Check out this crazy new show this weekend:
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Try a new restaurant!
Every year, our own Lori Fredrich compiles 52 restaurants with the goal of supporting a local restaurant each week. How many have you crossed off your list so far?
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