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SAT · AUG 15 · 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

The Championship with Lessons

ft. The Championship, Lessons

X-Ray Arcade | Games, Music, and More· 5036 S Packard Ave
$20 · 0+ · Tickets
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Milwaukee indie rock nostalgia at X-Ray Arcade — cash only at the door.

Part I

The details

About this event

The Championship is making a much-anticipated return to the stage for their 2026 reunion show at X-Ray Arcade. Known for their roots in Milwaukee's indie rock scene, this band has been a staple since 2004, with multiple albums and an EP under their belt. Their performance promises to be a heartfelt journey through their musical evolution.

Opening the night is Lessons, a local indie rock act with ties to notable bands like The Promise Ring and Maritime. X-Ray Arcade, known for its intimate setting and vibrant atmosphere, is the perfect venue for this nostalgic evening. Make sure to bring cash for entry and get there early to secure a good spot.

From the organizer

X-RAY ARCADE PRESENTS LIVE MUSIC / ALL AGES 7PM DOORS / 8PM MUSIC $20 CASH DAY OF THE CHAMPIONSHIP - 2026 REUNION SHOW Facebook | Bandcamp The Championship is a band from Milwaukee, WI. Since forming in 2004, they have released three full length albums and one EP. LESSONS Milwaukee Indie Rock ex. The Promise Ring, Maritime, Decibully.

Getting in

  • Tickets

    Tickets available online

  • Registration required — must sign up

Pricing details

$20 cash day of.

Pro tips

  • Driving / parking

    Parking at X-Ray Arcade can be tight. There's a free lot behind the venue, but it fills up fast. Street parking on Packard Ave is available, but check signs for restrictions.

What's It Actually Like?

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Music

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Loud

Who'll Be There

A mix of local music fans, including older millennials and Gen Xers who remember the band from its early days, along with younger attendees interested in indie rock. The atmosphere is likely to be lively and engaging, with people reminiscing and enjoying the performance.

How the Room Feels

Live amplified soundLoud musicStanding room

What You'll Leave With

A memory

Who It's For

Social style:
Group of 6+
Energy needed:
Sit back and receive

Part II · The feel

How it feels

The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.

The room

Live amplified sound, no guaranteed seats. On your feet the whole time.

Live amplified soundLoud musicStanding room

The crowd

Shines with 6+. Bring the crew.

You'll leave with

A memory

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