Free Events

Today · 7pm

Pitch-a-Friend

The Argo

Pitch a friend or mingle at this free singles event with a mixer and full bar. Presenters get a free drink.

Today · 1pm

Falcon Game Night

Flores Hall

Chill with fellow gamers at Falcon Hall — big tables, cheap drinks, and all the board games you can handle.

Today · 7pm

Swing Jazz Wednesdays: Sweet Sheiks

ft. Sweet Sheiks, Jen Lauren

The Argo

Sweet Sheiks bring vintage jazz to The Argo. Free dance lessons at 6 PM, music at 7 PM. Full bar, casual vibe.

Tomorrow

Free Parking Thursday

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

Enjoy a day at Wehr Nature Center without parking fees — perfect for a hike or birdwatching.

Tomorrow

Birdathon for Birders with Vision Loss

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

Listen for bird species in a supportive setting at the Blind Birder Birdathon.

Tomorrow · 6:30pm

Live in the Lounge with Tlalok

ft. Tlalok

The Argo

Tlalok's live set at The Argo offers a taste of Milwaukee's vibrant music scene. Arrive early for good seats and enjoy the food.

Fri · 10am

Member Swap Weekend

Milwaukee Art Museum

Free museum access with your Milwaukee Art Museum membership card.

Fri · 3pm

May Day Parade

Charles Allis Art Museum

Join the community parade for International Workers' Day, starting at Charles Allis Art Museum.

Fri · 5pm

Spring Moon

ft. Teacher Marcya, Kavon Cortez Jones

Villa Terrace Museum & Gardens

by Eat Me Collective

Rituals, music, and poetry in a stunning garden setting.

Sat

Painted Words. Spoken Images.

ft. Shelly Conley

Mitchell Street Arts

Dive into a community art project blending poetry and visual art at the Mitchell Street Branch.

Sat · 7am

Birding with Kira and Lake Michigan Bird Observatory

ft. Kira, Medhavi

Forest Beach Migratory Preserve

by Restoring Lands: A Wisconsin Land Trust

Spot migratory birds with experts at Forest Beach — binoculars provided, bring your own gear.

Sat · 8am

Herp Hike

Havenwoods State Forest

Discover turtles and frogs on a guided hike at Havenwoods State Forest.

Sat · 9am

Garlic Mustard Pull-A-Thon

Havenwoods State Forest

by Friends of Havenwoods

Pull invasive plants at Havenwoods and help restore the forest's natural beauty.

Sat · 10am

Member Swap Weekend

Milwaukee Art Museum

Free museum access with your Milwaukee Art Museum membership card.

Sat · 10am

Duck Party

Colectivo Coffee Bay View

Celebrate the return of the duck fountain with coffee and friends at Colectivo Bay View.

Sat · 11am

Central Library Architectural Tour

ft. Docent Tour Guide

Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen & Craft Distillery

Discover the historic architecture of Milwaukee's Central Library with a guided tour.

Sat · 11am

Story Time with Author Amanda Sherer

ft. Amanda Sherer

Wonderland

Meet author Amanda Sherer for story time and a book signing of "The Quietest Thing."

Sat · 11am

Member Month Tour: 20th- and 21st-Century Design

Milwaukee Art Museum

Member-only tour of 20th- and 21st-century design at Milwaukee Art Museum.

Sat · 11am

The Gear Gala

3044 S Delaware Ave

by MKE Outdoor Indoor Exchange, Heirloom Mke, and Hooch MKE

Celebrate Milwaukee's outdoor culture with local vendors and live demos at The Gear Gala block party.

Sat · 1pm

Get Down & Derby Party

ft. DJ

IVR Restaurant & Bar

Dance all day and catch the Derby on big screens at this lively patio party.

Sat · 1pm

Kentucky Derby Day

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Watch the Derby on a big screen with Mint Juleps and a Best Dressed contest at Saint Kate.

Sat · 1:30pm

Green Roof Tour

Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen & Craft Distillery

Explore the library's Green Roof for a unique view and eco-insights.

Sat · 2pm

Waukesha Art Crawl

ft. Rose Lange, Pete Lange and Friends

Waukesha chess club

by Waukesha West End Artists Association

Explore 125+ artists, live music, and unique gifts at Waukesha Art Crawl — a perfect day out for art lovers.

Sat · 2pm

Ska-Sauge Fest 2026

Amorphic Beer

Ska-Sauge Fest with Maibock, sausages, and ska music at Amorphic Beer.