May 22 · 1pm
For the Love of Racing: An After-Hours Experience
feat. Kyle Wyman
Harley-Davidson Museum®
Meet top racers and craft your own leather keychain at this exclusive Harley-Davidson Museum event.
$40 – $55
ft. Clio Evans, Ren Browne
Line dance, ride a mechanical bull, and meet romance authors at this western-themed night.
Part I
About this event
Romance Rodeo Night is a unique blend of western fun and literary charm. Held at the lively Red Rock Saloon, this event features line dancing lessons, a mechanical bull, and a cowboy hat decorating station. It's a chance to dive into a small-town romance atmosphere, complete with themed cocktails and mocktails.
Authors Clio Evans and Ren Browne will be present, offering a chance to purchase and sign books. The event encourages attendees to dress in their rodeo best, adding to the vibrant, playful atmosphere. With a mix of dancing, crafting, and literary interactions, it's a night designed for those who love a bit of romance with their rodeo.
From the organizer
Join The Well Red Damsel and MKE Books and Beers for Romance Rodeo Night! A celebration of all things small town romance!!! Saddle up for Romance Rodeo Night!!! 📅 May 13, 2026 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm 📍Red Rock Saloon, 1225 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Join us for a western-inspired night with romance authors Clio Evans and Ren Browne, plus a full lineup of rodeo-themed fun!!! What to expect: ✨ Line dancing lessons with Red's Line Up 🐂 A mechanical bull 🤠 A Cowboy Hat Decorating Station! Bring your own cowboy hat and we will supply everything you need to beddazzle it! 🍸 Cash bar with rodeo themed cocktails and mocktails 🛍 Shop exclusive new MKE Books&Beers Merch 🛍 And a small-town romance inspired pop up from The Well Red Damsel Come in your rodeo best for a night that feels a little like a romance novel set in a small town, with just a hint of Hannah Montana energy. A huge thank you to Red Rock Saloon for hosting, and Red’s Line Up for teaching line dancing, DJing, and sponsoring the event!!! Doors open at 6 PM. Ren and Clio will have their books for sale on sight. You can bring books from home to be signed. Tickets are required. Attendees must all be 21+. ****Event Agreement*** Purchase of an event ticket entitles attendee to access the event as described above. Please note that tickets are non-refundable. For the health and safety of all guests, we respectfully request that anyone experiencing symptoms of illness on the day of the event please stay home. By purchasing this ticket, you are acknowledging that you have read the event information and agreement in full, as well as consenting to the possible use of your likeness in photos or videos on The Well Red Damsel’s social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, etc.). ***ADA*** If you are in need of any ADA accommodations, please contact info@thewellreddamsel.com
Getting in
Tickets available online
Registration required — must sign up
Who'll Be There
Primarily adults aged 21 and over, likely skewing towards women given the romance theme. Fans of the organizing group (The Well Red Damsel) and local book lovers. People looking for a fun, themed night out, possibly in their 20s to 40s.
Part II · The feel
The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.
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