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It's time for a Super Milwaukee Weekend! Whether you're looking to watch the big game somewhere, or you're more interested in concerts, or just looking for something to do with the family, we've got you covered. There's no shortage of events this weekend, and you can keep track of it all with your Weekend Preview, brought to you by Potawatomi Casino Hotel!
FRIDAY
Milwaukee Admirals vs. Grand Rapids Griffins
The Milwaukee Admirals have two games this weekend at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, and they'll kick things off on Friday night against the Grand Rapids Griffins! Get loud, Admirals fans!
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"Do The Right Thing" at The Oriental Theatre
Join Milwaukee Film for a Black History Month screening of the classic "Do The Right Thing." Salvatore “Sal” Fragione is the Italian owner of a pizzeria in Brooklyn. A neighborhood local, Buggin’ Out, becomes upset when he sees that the pizzeria’s Wall of Fame exhibits only Italian actors. Buggin’ Out believes a pizzeria in a black neighborhood should showcase black actors, but Sal disagrees. The wall becomes a symbol of racism and hate to Buggin’ Out and to other people in the neighborhood, and tensions rise.
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Local Laughs at The Laughing Tap
It's a night to celebrate Milwaukee's comedy scene, as The Laughing Tap in Walker's Point will host Milwaukee's own Ton Johnson, Luise Noe, Chris Schmidt and Diego Avila!
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Wedding Showcase and Happy Hour at Milwaukee Art Museum
Experience first-hand the splendor of Windhover Hall in its full wedding finery. Envision your dream wedding at the Museum and meet the event staff that will make it a reality. Mingle with preferred vendor partners and experience their artistry firsthand.
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Winter Cocktail Dinner at Lupi + Iris
Warm up with Lupi + Iris' Winter Cocktail Dinner! The talented culinary & beverage teams have created a five-course dinner paired with five beverages filled with seasonal products.
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Good Kid, M.A.A.D Party: A Kendrick Lamar Night at Vivarium
Fresh off of five GRAMMY wins and the utter decimation of Drake's career, it's a night to celebrate Kendrick Lamar. Don’t kill our vibe and step out for a night of the Hip-Hop, R&B, and Rap that makes up your DNA.
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Hanna Simone, Ben Mulwana, Charlee Grider at Anodyne Coffee Roasters
Hanna Simone is a 25-year-old American singer-songwriter from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Influenced by Brandi Carlile, Jewel, and Adele, Hanna Started performing in Nashville as a solo artist at age 16. After relocation to Milwaukee, she put together a talented and close-knit band that complements her style and originality. She'll be joined by fellow singer/songwriter Ben Mulwana and Charlee Grider of the band Scam Likely.
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Emmitt James Presents: 32 Laps Around The Sun at La Gente Art Gallery
This is an all black affair to celebrate hip hop artist Emmitt James' birthday. You can come casual or formal, but just wear black! The night will feature a full evening of soulful raps with a party atmosphere.
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The Floozies, Chalk Dinosaur, Sulestial at Miramar Theatre
The Floozies are a DJ duo that like to party hard. They'll be headlining a full night of EDM, with Chalk Dinosaur and Milwaukee's own Sulestial opening things up. Get ready to move!
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Kneafsey, Derek Pritzl, Natalie Sue at Falcon Bowl
Indie singer/songwriter Kneafsey is the work of Jimmy Drenovsky of Motel Breakfast. He'll be coming up from Chicago to play alongside Derek Pritzl and Natalie sue at Falcon Bowl in Riverwest.
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Knapsack, Steven USA Music, Cyrus Chrome, Ellee Grimm at Cactus Club
Knapsack is the experimental pop project of Gabby Start, and they'll headline an eclectic night of pop, hyperpop, and punk rock. The bill also includes rockers Steven USA Music, as well as locals Cyrus Chrome and Ellee Grimm.
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Robits, Celebrity Sighting, Resurrectionists at Linneman's
Indie rockers Robits are fairy new as a band on the Milwaukee music scene, but they'll be part of a three-act bill at Linneman's Riverwest Inn on Friday, featuring Celebrity Sighting from Madison and Milwaukee's own Resurrectionists.
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Animal Encounters at Discovery World
Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join the Discovery World team for an adventure in their Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home.
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Music Bingo at MOTOR Bar & Grill
If you can't get no satisfaction from your regular granny's bingo, then this is the bar game just for you! TuneMaster's live music bingo is coming to Motor Bar and Restaurant at Milwaukee's Harley-Davidson campus every Friday night!
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Friday Brewery Tours at Pilot Project Brewing
Head to Pilot Project Brewing for their weekly brewery tour! Your ticket includes five 5 ounce tasters of beer and/or booch, a taster glass to take home with you, the inside scoop on the origin story of Pilot Project Brewing, and a tour of their brand new facility. Friday tours are available at 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
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SATURDAY
Destroy Lonely at The Rave
Atlanta rapper Destroy Lonely typically delivers erratic, speedy rhymes over atmospheric trap beats. He's released numerous mixtapes and EPs since the late 2010s, and his 2019 single "Bane" became a viral hit two years after it first appeared.
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Milwaukee Admirals vs. Grand Rapids Griffins at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena
The Admirals have two nights against the Griffins, and Saturday night's alright for fighting! Don't miss the fast paced action of Admirals hockey at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena!
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Milwaukee Women's Basketball vs. Youngstown State at Klotsche Center
The UWM Panthers' women's basketball team have a pair of games this weekend, as well! Head over to the Klotsche Center to cheer on your Panthers!
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Flannelpalooza in Wauwatosa!
Flannelpalooza is the perfect way to celebrate National Flannel Day—a full afternoon of winter activities, food, beverages, and vendors in the Village! The day will feature axe throwing, a beard competition, a best dressed dog competition and more!
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STE Martaen Vegan Pop-Up at X-Ray Arcade
Your favorite vegan pop-up returns to your favorite all ages venue/bar/arcade for another epic brunch. Pre-order now or come hang out and order at the bar day-of. All your faves available for dine in or take out, and all first-come first-served!
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Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market
The Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market provides a venue for the community to access local and regional produce, meats, bread, honey and other value-added products throughout winter and early spring. In addition, it supports local family businesses & entrepreneurs and has become a social and educational gathering space.
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Tophy at The Wicked Hop
Every Saturday night, Milwaukee's own Tophy curates the sounds at The Wicked Hop in the Third Ward. Join at the Jackalope Lounj for a free night of dancing to all of your favorites including throwback pop, hip hop and much more.
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Snail Mail: A Stationary Market at Anodyne Coffee Roasters
Discover beautiful, handcrafted stationery by local independent artists and send a little extra love through the mail this Valentine's season.
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Deer District Prep Showcase at Fiserv Forum
Fiserv Forum and Wisconsin Sports Network will host a Deer District Prep Showcase on Saturday, featuring 10 high school boys’ basketball teams from across the state. The all-day event will include five games that tip off every two hours, beginning at 10 a.m.
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Counter Cooking Class for Couples at Mason Street Grill
Learn from our Mason Street Grill's Executive Chef as you sip on bubbles and create your own delicious 3-course meal, featuring a fresh Honeycrisp Apple and Shaved Fennel Salad, Herb-Crusted Sea Bass, and indulgent Baked Alaska. Plus, you'll take home a recipe card to share your new skills with others.
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DJ Bizzon at Potawatomi Casino Hotel
DJ Bizzon has performed all over Milwaukee, and he'll bring his skills on the turntables to Potawatomi Casino Hotel on Saturday, with a free set on the second level!
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Love is Brewing at the Pabst Mansion
Love is Brewing at the Mansion! Join us for a hearts-and-flowers Valentine's tour of the Pabst Mansion. Sip champagne and nibble on chocolate while being guided through the home hearing stories of grand Pabst weddings in the Gilded Age and learning about depictions of love in the Pabst Mansion's collection.
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Collections of Colonies of Bees, Alicia Rytlewski, Field Report at Pabst Theater
It's the return of the 10 Buck Show! Check out Milwaukee acts, beloved and emerging, in the lower level of the Pabst Theater. Headlining the return is Collections of Colonies of Bees, opened by Alicia Rytlewski, who will be performing her debut album release show, and the locally renowned Field Report.
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Oontz Oontz Live Hosted by Genesis Renji at Canni-MKE
Oontz Oontz! The event will feature a performance set from Genesis Renji, who just released a new EP, "Is It Too Much," as well as DJ sets from Mahdi Atif and AVE4.
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Oogwe, Fugu, Eli Orion and the Everything, Frantic Repair at Falcon Bowl
It's a night of emerging acts at Falcon Bowl, with Oogwe and Fugu headlining the four-act bill!
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Koffin Kats, The Drowns, The DUI's at X-Ray Arcade
Saturday night is full of punk rock at X-Ray Arcade! It’s been 20 years since Vic, Tommy, & E-Ball started The Koffin Kats in their parent’s basements and played for beer in local Detroit bars. Now they're playing X-Ray Arcade, and you can join them!
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House of House with Jake Shore at Miramar Theatre
It's a night full of house music at the Miramar, with Jake Shore headlining a bill that features BG Good, Aspen, Kubb, Teach, Sergio Bernal, Koshka, and Tab3r.
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Subspace at Cactus Club
Combining dance music with wild visuals, Subspace is a party all the way around .Head over to Cactus Club to dance all night.
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SUNDAY
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Philadelphia 76ers
There's a big Eastern Conference matchup this weekend for the Milwaukee Bucks, as they'll take on Joel Embiid, James Harden and Tyrese Maxey and the rest of the Philadelphia 76ers. Help get Fiserv Forum loud and cheer on your Bucks!
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The Big Game at Potawatomi Sportsbook
Potawatomi Casino Hotel is throwing their first official Tailgate Party in the Annex located right next to Potawatomi Sportsbook. The event runs from 1–8 p.m. and is first come, first served, so secure your spot right away!
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Little Lovebug Bash at The Village Play Cafe
Calling all little lovebugs and their families! Get ready for a heartwarming celebration full of joy, crafts, and love this weekend. This fun-filled event is the perfect way to enjoy quality time with your little one while embracing all things love, creativity, and play.
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Galentine's Day at Crossroads Collective
Head to Crossroads Collective for Sip, Style, & Suds: A Galentine’s Day Escape. The event features bottomless mimosas, permanent jewlery, a soap-making class and much more!
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Indoor Artist Market at Cactus Club
Come pick out a cute gift for your partner, chosen family, friends, or yourself! From handmade jewelry to vintage garments, beeswax candles and fragrances, rare books and beautiful plants, art objects and crafts from local artists, and plant-based sweets from Moon Cherry Sweets, you’re sure to find a special item!
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Special Needs Swim at The Ingleside Hotel
The Springs Water Park will offer a special swim from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on select Sundays for children and adults with special needs. Families of those with special needs will be welcome at a discounted rate.
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Sunday Yoga at Villa Terrace Arts Museum
New Year, new yoga classes! Villa Terrace will be keeping Sunday morning yoga going, with classes from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. this weekend. Feel refreshed as you stretch your way into the new week.
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Bubbles & Brunch at Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Start the weekend off right with Bubbles & Brunch at Saint Kate! Experience a local brunch that is anything but basic in their second floor restaurant, ARIA. Choose from an assortment of brunch favorites and enjoy specially crafted brunch libations, including Mimosas and Mimosa flights!
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ALL WEEKEND LONG
MKE MIX at Milwaukee Ballet
Milwaukee Ballet’s annual curation of cutting-edge contemporary works promises another jaw-dropping year of artistry and athleticism. Presented in Milwaukee Ballet’s own We Energies Performance Studio, this up-close experience is sure to impress and captivate.
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Goose at Miller High Life Theatre
Goose released their debut album in 2016 and quickly took flight, playing countless shows while steadily amassing a fervent fan following for their unique brand of irresistible songcraft, fluid musicianship, and spirited improvisational performance.
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PBS Wisconsin's Garden & Green Living Expo at Alliant Energy Center in Madison
Looking for just the right plant to grow this season or need tips on how to preserve your harvest? Head to the Alliant Energy Center for a showcase of seeds, plants, landscaping and environmental services, books, tools, lawn equipment and other exciting merchandise for gardens and yards of all sizes at the 2025 Garden & Green Living Expo.
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The Dinosaur Play at First Stage Children's Theater
Step back in time, millions and millions of years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. There you will meet a dinosaur egg, tapping out a call for help. It’s up to you to figure out what the egg is saying and how to help it hatch. During your adventure, you will befriend a surly Triceratops, help protect a newly formed dinosaur family, and defeat the Tyrannosaurus Rex.
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A Doll's House at Milwaukee Chamber Theatre
For only the second time in 50 years, world-changing dramatist Henrik Ibsen appears in an MCT season! His most famous play, presented here in a devastatingly compact and celebrated new adaptation, shocked audiences and ushered in a new era of theater when it premiered in 1879.
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"The Craic" at Stackner Cabaret
Step in to one of South Kerry's most welcoming pubs, somewhere along the Dingle peninsula, where stories and songs flow as easy as a whiskey and a pint – with a group of master storyteller-musicians leading the way. From jigs and fairy tales, to drinking songs and war stories, you’ll enjoy good cheer and great company while having some craic along the way.
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Godfrey at Milwaukee Improv
is one of the hottest and most versatile comedians on the circuit today. His hilarious one hour stand-up special Regular Black premiered on Showtime in August. This month, he can be seen recurring in Adult Swim’s “Neon Joe, Werewolf Hunter," and you can also see him this weekend at the Milwaukee Improv!
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The Big 4-0: New Views of the Collection at Haggery Musuem of Art
The Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University presents an exhibition in celebration of its 40th anniversary. Curated by Dr. Kirk Nickel, Marc and Lillian Rojtman Curator of European Art, the show comprises a two-part installation of the exhibition galleries, in fall 2024 and spring 2025, and features well over 100 works of art from the Museum’s collections.
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Visual Legacies: Photographs by Ellie Lee Weems
For more than fifty years, Ellie Lee Weems (1901-1983) trained his lens on the African American residents of Jacksonville, Florida. Weems imaged entertainers, newlyweds, and beauty queens in his photography studio. In addition, his camera accompanied him throughout his vibrant community as he documented life events as ceremonial as graduations and as quotidian as backyard gatherings. His yearslong practice resulted in a copious archive that continues to expand visual and historical accounts of the American South and beyond.
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Try a new restaurant!
Regularly supporting our locally owned restaurants is among the most impactful things we can vow to do. Lori Fredrich's list of 52 Restaurants for 2025 is here!
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