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Happy Valentine's Day weekend! There's so much for you and your sweetheart to do around town, and we have your plans right here. From music to sports, or maybe if you're just looking for something to do with your galentines and pal-entines, we've got you covered in the Weekend Preview, brought to you by Potawatomi Casino Hotel!
FRIDAY
Casablanca: Film with Orchestra at the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
Walk into Allen-Bradley Hall Valentine’s weekend and experience one of classic Hollywood’s most romantic tales on the big screen with live orchestral accompaniment. Cozy up with a loved one as you savor the story of Rick and Ilsa’s romance, the beautiful visuals, and the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra performing Max Steiner’s Oscar-winning score live in sync with the iconic film.
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UWM Men's Basketball vs. Wright State
The Milwaukee Panthers men's basketball team celebrates UWM's Homecoming as they take on Wright State. Tip-off is slated for 7 p.m.on Friday at UWM Panther Arena. Help 'Tilt the Floor' and lock in your seat now.
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Groove Theory: Songs in the Key of Love at The Cooperage
Groove Theory: Songs in the Key of Love delivers the ultimate romantic soundtrack featuring the sensational Brew City Soul. Enjoy heartwarming renditions of classic and modern love songs, from timeless R&B ballads to soul-stirring hits guaranteed to get up and out of your seat, creating a unique performance perfect for celebrating love in all its forms.
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Valentine's Day at Anodyne Coffee Roasters with Lady Sabo, *aya, RBL
Rising Artist Lady Sabo is moving the world one song at a time. Sabo has an incredible gift to create lyrics and melodies that are relatable, unpredictable and enlightening. She effortlessly incorporates remarkable metaphors with a smooth yet hard demeanor.
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Valentine's Evening - Let Your Love Flow with the 5 Card Studs
Get ready for a night of high-energy entertainment and good vibes at Shotzy's Country Rock Bar 2. This in-person event promises to be a memorable experience filled with great music, dancing, and fun. Don't miss out on this special Valentine's celebration with The 5 Card Studs!
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Elegante Fest at The Rave
La Pócima Norteña, belonging to the state of Aguascalientes, Mexico, will headline a packed night of music. They have represented northern music with saxophone since 2020, with a new style within the genre and taking northern music to a new level. They'll be joine by four other regional Mexican acts for a night full of music.
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Moby Dick; or, The Whale from Present Music
This Valentine's Day at the Oriental Theatre, Present Music brings you a visually stunning new silent film by MacArthur-winning artist, Wu Tsang, whose work has captivated audiences worldwide. This provocative adaptation of the Herman Melville classic features beautiful artistry and choreography while exploring hidden histories, marginalized narratives, and issues of social class and capitalism.
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Interchange Theater's Cringe - An Improv Show Based on Dating Apps
It's a special Valentine's Day Edition of Cringe, the dating app game show! You choose the wacky characters and couples to go on dates. Then watch as the date unfolds and decide if it’s a match... or if it’s cringeworthy.
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3rd Annual Lonely Hearts HonkyTonk at Cactus Club
Sad country songs with Kati Katchever, J.R. Wesley, The Krause Family Trio, Ellie Jackson, The Spine Stealers, and Maximiano. DJ Mike Mildew spinning vinyl in the bar
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Palentine's Sip & Paint at Pomona Cider Co.
Bring a friend, date, or homie—anyone you love hanging out with! Set a timer. When the bells ring, swap canvases with your partner! Swap how often or as many times as you need! Let your imagination flow and have fun creating a masterpiece together.
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Folsom Prison Experience at Pabst Theater
Get ready for an unforgettable journey as the "Folsom Prison Experience" takes you back to the iconic day of January 13th, 1968, at Folsom Prison. From the moment those doors swing open, you'll be transported to a different world, where the sights, sounds and feel will have you believing you're right there in the heart of the action.
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Good Kid at Turner Hall Ballroom
Hailing from Toronto, the dynamic indie rock quintet, Good Kid, who thrives as a vibrant community fueled by the boundless enthusiasm of its listeners. Their eclectic blend of J-rock, indie-rock and pop-punk resonates with high-energy riffs, catchy melodies and clever lyricism.
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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
Milwaukee Wave vs. Texas Outlaws
Experience the excitement as The Milwaukee Wave take the field at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena for an action-packed home game. Cheer on the Wave as they take on the Texas Outlaws and look to bring home a win!
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Take it Outside Day - Cross Country Skiing & Sleds at Urban Ecology Centerp
Make the most of the snow! Program facilitators will assist with gear fitting and teach you the basics of skiing mechanics. Enjoy the peaceful setting of our snowy field, with optional hills for more confident skiers. Come prepared with cozy winter layers and stop in anytime from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
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Bilingual Story Time in the Galleries: Spanish and English at Milwaukee Art Museum
for a special bilingual story time with Melanie Melville, a bilingual librarian at Bruce Guadalupe Community School. Hear a story in Spanish and English, learn new words in both languages and create a drawing inspired by what you have seen and heard.
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February 15 · 7:30 p.m.
Ephemeral Love: A Valentine’s Workshop at Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
This Valentine’s Day, step into a world of nostalgia and creativity in our mixed-media workshop with Artist in Residence Megan Woodard Johnson. Inspired by vintage ephemera, photographs, and mementos, you’ll be guided through the art of storytelling on canvas. Using a rich blend of pencil, paint, and found materials, you’ll create your own unique, abstract art piece that tells a sentimental story.
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Lyfe Jennings at The Rave
Lyfe Jennings has set himself apart as a self-produced singer and guitarist who balances love songs with acute societal observations, wisdom regarding day-to-day life and romance, and unflinching reflections on his personal struggles. Since achieving takeoff at Harlem's Apollo Theater, Jennings has hit the upper reaches of the R&B/hip-hop chart. He'll headline a night filled with seven acts in total.
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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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Darwin Day free and open to guests of all ages. Observe many wonderful geological and biological specimens and learn their fascinating histories. Discover the natural history of Wisconsin and the contributions of Thomas A. Greene to our understanding of local Wisconsin geology. Plus many other activities throughout the day, including UWM scientists and guest speakers, a scavenger hunt and activities for kids.
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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"Who Killed Captain Alex?" - Black History Month at the Oriental Theatre
Recognized as Uganda’s first action film, Who Killed Captain Alex? is about the aftermath of a police raid in Kampala in which a police captain is killed.
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Love is Brewing at the Pabst Mansion
Bring your sweetheart 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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Greg Marshall Pops Out of the Trees at Vivarium
Greg Marshall is a three-time Emmy Award-winning storyteller and producer. His one-person show, Greg Marshall Pops Out of the Trees is a true, hilarious and deeply moving story about a young man who learns that the greatest story isn't the one he tells, but the ones he hears from the most unexpected people.
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DJ Goose at Potawatomi Casino Hotel
DJ Goose 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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Non Pop! at Pop
It's a special night of collaboration with art and music at the heart of it all. Music from DJs GetMoses, Tista, and Greenfly. Live art created on-site by American Illusion and NightyNightShade.
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Gold Steps, Colfax, Speed Queen, Alley Eyes, Mari Mari at The Cooperage
Celebrate the one and only Chris Novak at The Cooperage as they throw his annual birthday show. This year featuring a knockout line up!
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Black Beats Celebration: A Black History Celebration at Miramar Theatre
Celebrate Black producers and DJs and party with Nuki, Drahs, Moonb3amz, CabriSun and Krum.
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Rickshaw Billie's Burger Patrol, Lip Critic, Zang! at Cactus Club
Hot on the heels of their breakout 5th studio release Doom Wop (2023), Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol returns with Big Dumb Riffs: A whole new variant of the fuzzed out, overdriven, melodic, groovy music they have been making since 2016. The Austin, Texas band meets up with NYC act Lip Critic and Milwaukee's Zang! at Cactus Club.
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Mulva, Brave You, Local Legends, Dinoslug USA
Four Milwaukee-area rock bands will take the stage on Saturday night at Falcon Bowl in Riverwest. Don't miss out on the action!
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SUNDAY
Dirty Dancing In Concert at Marcus Performing Arts Center
Head to the Marcus Performing Arts Center for the classic film’s first live film-to-concert experience. Enjoy the digitally remastered hit film like never before on a full-size cinema screen, with a live band and singers performing the film’s iconic songs.
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Milwaukee Men's Basketball vs. Northern Kentucky
The Milwaukee Panthers men's basketball team celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the program's Sweet Sixteen run as they take on Northern Kentucky. Tip-off is slated for 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 16 at UWM Panther Arena.
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Couple Shuffle at Milwaukee's Lakefront
Ready to run your heart out? Join for the annual Couple Shuffle 2-mile, 5k, and 10k! Whether you're sprinting with your sweetheart or racing solo, this Valentine-themed race promises a heart-pounding good time.
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BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet at Vivarium
For the past 50 years, BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet has been making some of the most potent and popular Cajun music on the planet. Born out of the rich Acadian ancestry of its members, and created and driven by bandleader Michael Doucet’s spellbinding fiddle playing and soulful vocals, BeauSoleil is notorious for bringing even the most staid audience to its feet.
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Nationtime - Black History Month at the Oriental Theatre
Best known for his avant-garde meta-documentary Symbiopsychotaxiplasm, William Greaves (1926–2014) was also the director of over 100 documentary films, the majority focused on African American history, politics, and culture. Nationtime is a report on the National Black Political Convention held in Gary, Indiana, in 1972, a historic event that gathered black voices from across the political spectrum.
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Love Your Great Lakes at Discovery World
Celebrate the beauty and importance of our Great Lakes with engaging hands-on activities to inspire appreciation during Love Your Great Lakes Day! Discovery World is located in the perfect spot to view Lake Michigan. This Valentine’s-themed event invites lifelong learners of all ages to discover the wonders and get curious about the Great Lakes.
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Black Wine Producers at Radio Milwaukee
Radio Milwaukee and Milwaukee Wine Academy will highlight exceptional wines crafted by Black winemakers and producers from around the globe. This class is a celebration of culture, innovation, and excellence in winemaking. Join a tasting experience that tells stories through every sip.
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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
Disney On Ice: Into The Magic at Fiserv Forum
Hosts Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse bring audiences on an expedition across raging seas, snow-covered mountains and the marigold bridge in Disney On Ice presents Into The Magic. This action-packed extravaganza features Disney’s Moana, Frozen, Coco and Beauty and the Beast with other beloved Disney characters returning to be featured across nine shows this weekend!
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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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2025 Spring Home Improvement Show at Wisconsin State Fair Park
Meet over 150 home improvement and remodeling experts - all members of NARI Milwaukee, whose code of ethics pledges honesty, integrity and responsibility.
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All Messed Up at Linneman's
It’s the officially the 13th year of All Messed Up, Milwaukee’s annual randomized musical experiment! There are a total of 16 bands, consisting of 4 people each. The bands will perform over a two-night showcase at Linneman’s Riverwest Inn on Friday February 14th and Saturday February 15th (8 bands each night). Each band needs to come up with a 15–20-minute set of original music and ONE cover song.
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Drink & Donate at The Wicked Hop
The Wicked Hop are known for their Bloody Marys, and you can drink one for a good cause all February! For every Bloody sold in February, The Wicked Hop will donate $1 to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation!
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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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"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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Natasha Leggero at Milwaukee Improv
Natasha Leggero is an accomplished actress, writer and standup comedian. Most recently, she starred in the CBS sitcom "Broke" and released "The Honeymoon Standup Special" on Netflix, which she shot along with her husband and fellow comedian Moshe Kasher.
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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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