Outdoor music, arts and more things to do in the Milwaukee area in fall 2023
FAIRS & FESTS
Oktoberfest: 22 celebrations to check out across the Milwaukee area
Happy Con: Toy and Collectibles Show, 4-8 p.m. Dec. 15; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 16; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 17. Star Wars to Silverhawks, She-Ra to Strawberry Shortcake and everything in between will be among the mountain of vintage and modern treasures for fans to peruse. Southridge Mall, 5300 S. 76th St., Greendale.
Festive Friday Eves: 5-8 p.m. Dec. 15, 22. Each week features live music, food and product sampling, Cedar Creek Winery wines, handmade art by local artists. Cedar Creek Settlement, N70 W6340 Bridge Road, Cedarburg. www.cedarcreeksettlement.com
The Back Room at Colectivo Prospect: Holiday Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 17. Handmade products, breakfast and lunch, holiday drinks, live music, free samples. 2211 N. Prospect Ave.
Waelderhaus: Gingerbread Festival, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday-Friday, (through Dec. 30). Musical performances, and view gingerbread houses. 1100 W. Riverside Drive, Kohler. (920) 453-2851.
HOLIDAY
City on a Hill Festival of Lights: Drive-in laser light and musical Christmas show, Dec. 15. The event begins at 6 p.m. with food and entertainment, with a light show at 7 p.m. Ticket required. 2224 W. Kilbourn Ave. www.eventbrite.com/e/festival-of-lights-tickets-721237931067
Amped: Santa’s Jingle Jam, 10 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Dec. 17. $20-$30. Decorate cookies together in a musical setting with a Holiday Sing Along with Santa, snacks and cocoa. 910 W. Juneau Ave. Tickets: www.ampedmke.com
Apple Holler Family Holiday Show: 10 a.m. Dec. 16-17. Sing along holiday carols, visit with Santa, ride the Candy Cane Express Train, apple cider and cookie. 5006 S. Sylvania Ave., Sturtevant. www.appleholler.com
Associated Bank River Center: Holiday Tree in the Rotunda, (through Jan. 2). 111 E. Kilbourn Ave.
Barrel Yard at American Family Field: Holiday Pop-Up, (through Jan. 6). Various dining and holiday events. 1 Brewers Way. barrelyardmke.com/happenings
Bayshore Season to Sparkle: Holiday performances on The Rotunda, (through Dec. 23). 5800 N. Bayshore Drive, Glendale. thebayshorelife.com
Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club: Holiday Cocktail Dinner, 6 p.m. Dec. 19. Join Evan Hughes and Pat McQuillan of Central Standard Distillery, Tom and Nick Maas of Dancing Goat Distillery, and Guy Rehorst of Great Lakes Distillery for a four-course, six-cocktail event paired with courses created by Lowlands chefs. 7700 Harwood Ave., Wauwatosa. Tickets available on Eventbrite
Cedarburg Zeunert Park: Illuminate Ozaukee Drive-Thru Holiday Light Show, 5-8 p.m. Dec. 15-16, 22-23. $10 per vehicle donation suggested. Proceeds benefit the Ozaukee Nonprofit Center. N25 W5598 Taft St., Cedarburg. ozaukeenonprofitcenter.org
Cheer District Illuminated by We Energies: Holiday illuminations throughout the plaza surrounding Fiserv Forum, 1111 Phillips Ave. deerdistrict.com
Christmas at the Pabst Mansion: Through Jan. 7. Decorated Christmas trees and holiday displays, with self-guided tours, twilight tours and Sunday afternoon activities for families. 2000 W. Wisconsin Ave. Advance ticket purchase recommended. (414) 931-0808; pabstmansion.com
Cops ‘N Kids Reading Center: Holiday Book Giveaway, 9-11 a.m. Dec. 16. Festival Hall, 5 Fifth St., Racine. Free. (262) 632-1606.
East Troy Railroad Museum: Christmas Trains, Dec. 16-17. The rides are just under two hours per round-trip and include a visit with Santa. Advance reservations required. Depot, 2002 Church St., East Troy. (262) 642-3263; easttroyrr.org
Enchant Christsmas: The Great Search immersive experience, (through Dec. 31). Tickets are $34 adult; $25 junior. The event features a light maze, a village of artisan vendors and crafters, ice skating, Santa’s Landing for a visit and photos, and a Little Elves Play Place for young children. Franklin Field, 7035 S. Ballpark Drive, Franklin. enchantchristmas.com
Harley-Davidson Museum: Breakfast with Santa, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 17. Reservation required. 400 W. Canal St. Call (414) 287-2778.
The Ingleside Hotel: “Country Christmas” holiday lights feature The Trail, Christmas Village, and Streets of Bethlehem. Wagon Rides are available from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 3-7, 10-14 at $20 per person, with hot chocolate and a cookie included in the price. Drive-through Nights, (through Jan. 1). Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday. $25 per carload or minivan Sunday-Thursday; $35 Friday-Saturday. Check online for minibus and larger vehicle pricing. 2810 Golf Road, Pewaukee, (262) 547-0201; thecountrychristmas.com
Kenosha History Center: Visit with Santa, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 16. 220 51st Place Kenosha. (262) 654-5770.
King Community Center: Breakfast with Santa, 9 a.m.-noon Dec. 16. 1531 W. Vliet St.
Lakefront Brewery: Frost and Froth Cookie Decorating Class, 6 p.m. Dec. 14. Beginner class with cookies, icing, and sprinkles provided; take home your box of decorated creations. 1872 N. Commerce St. lakefrontbrewery.com
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival: The annual display runs through Jan. 1 with lights in three downtown parks, Cathedral Square Park, Pere Marquette Park, Zeidler Union Square, and an 18-block stretch of lights along Wisconsin Ave. www.milwaukeeholidaylights.com
Old World Wisconsin: Home for the Holidays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 16-17. Advance registration required. Living history museum creates old-fashioned holiday set in 19th-century Crossroads Village, where historic shops and cozy homes are decked in festive greenery, with the sights and sounds of the holiday season. W372 S9727 Highway 67, Eagle. oldworldwisconsin.org
Ornament Trail: Larger-than-life, hand-painted ornaments placed at 15 different locations along Wisconsin Ave. and Water St. on display through Jan. 6. An Ornament Trail Activity Guide features coupons for businesses along the trail. Visit www.milwaukeeholidaylights.com
The Pfister Hotel: Breakfast with Santa, Dec. 16-17. Breakfast buffet in the ballroom. Call for reservations. 424 E. Wisconsin Ave.www.thepfisterhotel.com
Pringle Nature Center: Holiday Gnome Hunt during month of December. Free, self-guided, and suitable for all ages. 9800 160th Ave., Bristol. Visit www.pringlenc.org/events
Pringle Nature Center: Winter Solstice Night Hike, Dec. 21. Self-guided, candlelit night hike through the trails of Bristol Woods, with yule log and refreshments inside the nature center. General public $6; free to members. Registration required. 9800 160th Ave., Bristol. Visit www.pringlenc.org/events
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel: Brunch with Santa, Dec. 16-17. Traditional buffet in ballroom. Reservation required at Tock.com. 139 E. Kilbourn.
Sprecher Brewery: Soda with Santa, Dec. 17. Tour the brewery, beverage sampling, and pictures with Santa. Advance ticket required. $12 adult; $8 for minors. Tour price includes commemorative glass, unlimited soda samples, and adults get 4 8-ounce beer samples. 701 W. Glendale Ave. sprecherbrewery.com
Unitarian Universalist Church West: “Let the Mystery Be” Christmas service with choir, 10 a.m. Dec. 24. Christmas service featuring soloists, 4 p.m. Dec. 24. 13001 W. North Ave., Brookfield.
Wild Lights Milwaukee County Zoo: 5:30 to 9 p.m. Dec. 13-23, 26-31. Stroll path filled with animal-themed light displays. Purchase advance ticket online for $15 until Oct. 31. Admission includes parking. 10001 W. Blue Mound Road. milwaukeezoo.org
Winter Extravaganza: Holiday Ice Show, 6 p.m. Dec. 15-16. Holiday music, with winter-themed set and colorful costumes. RecPlex Ice Arena, 9900 Terwall Terrace, Pleasant Prairie. (262) 925-6755.
NIGHTLIFE & COMEDY
ComedySportz: Comedy show matches every Friday-Saturday. All ages improv comedy. 420 S. 1st St. (414) 272-8888; cszmke.com
County Clare: Dick Eliot, 5-8 p.m. Dec. 24. 1234 N. Astor St.
Cue Club of Wisconsin: Live music, 8:30 p.m. Stetsin & Lace, Dec. 16. Double Cross, Dec. 30. 2454 N. Grandview Blvd., Waukesha.
Hop Harvest & Vine: Music from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Take Four Jazz Quintet. AC-U2, Dec. 15. Whitney Rose, Dec. 16. Kirsten Grace, Dec. 22. The Cosmic Swing Set, Dec. 29. Old Goat Skiffle Band, Dec. 30. Good Harvest Market, 2205 Silvernail Road, Pewaukee.
Improv at The Corners of Brookfield: Venue features two live performance stages with full food and beverage service. 20110 Lower Union St., Brookfield. (414) 928-5400; improv.com/milwaukee
The Laughing Tap Comedy Club: Weekly live comedy shows and bar featuring Wisconsin craft beer and spirits. 706 S. 5th St. laughingtap.com
PERFORMING ARTS
Candlelight Concerts Series: Holiday Jazz and Soul Classics, 6:30 and 8:45 p.m. Dec. 23. Calvary Presbyterian Church, 628 N. 10th St. feverup.com
Candlelight Concerts Series: Holiday Special, Dec. 20-21. St. James 1868, 833 W. Wisconsin Ave. feverup.com
Cedarburg PAC: A Rockapella Christmas, Dec. 16. W68 N611 Evergreen Blvd., Cedarburg. (262) 376-6161; www.cedarburgpac.com
First Stage: Best Christmas Pageant Ever, (through Dec. 24). Marcus Center Todd Wehr Theater, 929 N. Water St. (414) 267-2961; www.firststage.org
First Stage: Henry IV, Part 1, Dec. 8-17. Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut St. (414) 267-2961; www.firststage.org
First Stage Amplify Reading Series: Esperanza Rising play reading, 7 p.m. Dec. 13. Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut St. (414) 267-2961.
Irish Cultural and Heritage Center: The High 48s, Dec. 15. Chloe Agnew, Dec. 20. 2133 W. Wisconsin Ave. (414) 219-0010; ichc.net
Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra: Classical Christmas Concert, 4:30 p.m. Dec. 16. Holy Communion Episcopal Church, 320 Broad St., Lake Geneva. (262) 359-9072.
Lakeland Players: The Game’s Afoot, (through Dec. 17). The Historic Sprague Theatre, 15 W. Walworth St., Elkhorn. (262) 441-3924; lakeland-players.org
Memories Dinner Theater: A Tuna Christmas, (through Dec. 17). Memories Ballroom, 1077 Lake Drive, Port Washington. (262) 284-6850; www.memoriesballroom.com
Milwaukee Ballet: The Nutcracker, (through Dec. 26). Marcus Center Uihlein Hall, 929 N. Water St. www.milwaukeeballet.org
Milwaukee Repertory Theater: Nuncrackers, (through Jan. 7). Dial M for Murder, (through Dec. 17). 108 E. Wells St. (414) 224-9490; www.milwaukeerep.com
Milwaukee Repertory Theater: A Christmas Carol, (through Dec. 24). Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells St. (414) 224-9490; www.milwaukeerep.com
Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops, Dec. 14-19. Back to the Future, Dec. 30-31. Bradley Symphony Center, 212 W. Wisconsin Ave. (414) 291-7605; mso.org
Mitchell Park Domes: Let There Be Light concert, 2 p.m. Dec. 16. 524 S. Layton Blvd. (414) 257-5600.
Next Act Theatre: The Mousetrap, (through Dec. 17). 255 S. Water St. (414) 278-0765; www.nextact.org
Oconomowoc Arts Center: MainStage Academy of Dance presents The Nutcracker, 7 p.m. Dec. 15; 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 16; 2 p.m. Dec. 17. 641 E. Forest St., Oconomowoc. (262) 560-3172; www.theoac.net
Over Our Head Players: Who’s Holiday!, Dec. 8-29. Sixth Street Theatre, 318 Sixth St., Racine. (262) 632-6802; www.overourheadplayers.org
Racine Theatre Guild: Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Dec. 8-17. A Very Merry Guild Christmas, Dec. 23. 2519 Northwestern Ave., Racine. (262) 633-4218; www.racinetheatre.org
Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts: Voctave, Dec. 15. Tribute to Fleetwood Mac and The Eagles, Dec. 16. Milwaukee Jazz Institute – Big Band Holiday Concert, Dec. 20. 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield. (262) 781-9520; www.wilson-center.com
Skylight Music Theatre: School of Rock, Nov. 17-Dec. 30. Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway. (414) 291-7800.
Sunset Playhouse: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical, Nov. 30-Dec. 17. From Brooklyn to Bandstand: The Music of Neil Diamond and Barry Manilow, Dec. 31. 700 Wall St., Elm Grove. (262) 782-4430; www.sunsetplayhouse.com
TubaChristmas Milwaukee: 1 and 4 p.m. Dec. 16. Bavarian Bierhaus, 700 W. Lexington Blvd., Glendale. (414) 236-7000.
Unitarian Universalist Church West: Blue Holiday Vespers, 7 p.m. Dec. 14. Winter Solstice Ritual, 7 p.m. Dec. 21. 13001 W. North Ave., Brookfield.
UWM Peck School of the Arts: Classical Guitar Studio concerts, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12. Recital Hall, 2400 E. Kenwood Blvd. Free.
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum: Winterlude, 11 a.m. Dec. 17. 2220 N. Terrace Ave. villaterrace.org
Waukesha Area Symphonic Band: Holiday Concert, Dec. 17. Carroll University Shattuck Hall, 218 N. East Ave., Waukesha. (262) 333-8012; wasband.org
Waukesha Civic Theatre: A Christmas Story, the Musical, Dec. 1-17. Joel Kopischke's I Got Yule, Babe, Dec. 13-14. ‘Twas the Month Before Christmas, Dec. 20-23. Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets - Call Us Old-Fashioned: The Supper Club Tour, Dec. 29-31. 264 W. Main St., Waukesha. (262) 547-0708; waukeshacivictheatre.org
Wisconsin Intergenerational Orchestra: Winter concert, 7 p.m. Dec. 14. Carney Performing Arts Center, Pius XI High School, 135 N. 76th St. www.wiorchestra.org
LECTURES / AUTHOR VISITS
Books & Company: Annelise Ryan “Death in the Dark Woods,” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 21. 1039 Summit Ave., Oconomowoc. (262) 567-0106; booksco.com
Boswell Books: Gabriel Bump “The New Naturals,” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5. Jason Hammel “ The Lula Cafe Cookbook: Collected Recipes and Stories,” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7. Lori Rader-Day “The Death of Us,” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 8. Annelise Ryan “Death in the Dark Woods,” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 14. John Gurda “A Self Guided Historical Tour,” 11 a.m. Dec. 16. Jim Nelsen “Secret Milwaukee,” 6:30 p.m. Dec. 27. 2559 N. Downer Ave. Register at boswellbooks.com
Oriental Theatre: Ann Patchett “Tom Lake,” 7 p.m. Dec. 6. 2230 N. Farwell Ave. Tickets mkefilm.org/events/an-evening-with-ann-patchett
HOME & GARDEN
Boerner Botanical Gardens: The Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens (FBBG) offer a variety of year-round classes for adults and children. Whitnall Park, 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners. General Information and FBBG: (414) 525-5653; boernerbotanicalgardens.org
Central Library: Architectural Tours, 11 a.m. Saturdays. Take a docent-led tour of the Milwaukee Public Library building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Significant architectural features include its rotunda with an Italian mosaic floor and coffered dome. 814 W. Wisconsin Ave. www.mpl.org
Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center: Self-guided walking tours and special events. N7725 Highway 28, Horicon. www.horiconmarsh.org
Lynden Sculpture Garden: Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, (closed Thursdays). Closed Dec. 23-Jan. 1. Experience art in nature with sculptures sited across 40 acres of park, lake and woodland. 2145 W. Brown Deer Road. (414) 446-8794; lyndensculpturegarden.org
Through Feb. 25, 2024: LaNia Sproles: Products of the Heart
Mitchell Park Domes Conservatory: The Domes are open Wednesday-Monday year-round, with permanent collections in the tropical and desert domes, and temporary themed displays in the Floral Show Dome. 524 S. Layton Blvd. mitchellparkdomes.com
Dec. 16: Story Teller Santa
Dec. 19: Drums in the Domes
Dec. 19 and 26: Late Nights at the Domes
Through Jan. 7, 2024: Holiday Show: A Holiday Snow Globe
The Rave / Eagles Club: Haunted Holiday Tours, Dec. 15-17. $40-$45. Self-guided tour allows guests to explore the historic building decorated for the holiday. 2401 W. Wisconsin Ave. www.therave.com
FOOD & DRINK
Apple Holler: Apple Picking hours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Farm foods in dining tent open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Live music every Friday-Saturday. 5006 S. Sylvania Ave., Sturtevant. www.appleholler.com
The Bartolotta Restaurants: For menus and reservations visit bartolottas.com
Dec. 17: Santa Brunch, Joey Gerard’s
Glorioso's Appetito & Sage Harvest: In-person classes for October, November, and December. 1011 E Brady St. gloriosos.com
Dec. 12: National Pho Day
Lupi & Iris: Special dining events. Call for reservations. 777 N. Van Buren St. (414) 293-9090.
Dec. 13: White Truffle Dinner
Dec. 27: Sparkling & Champagne Dinner
Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Day Brunch
Milwaukee Food Tours: Book the new Bakery Bus and other Christmas food tours for December online at milwaukeefoodtours.com
Milwaukee Public Market: Hands on and demonstration classes. 400 N. Water St. (414) 336-1111; milwaukeepublicmarket.org
Pilot Project Milwaukee: Holiday Beer + Food Pairing Dinner, 6 p.m. Dec. 21. $85. Beer and food tasting featuring menu curated by Chef Ryan Gill. 1128 N. 9th St. Tickets on Tock.com
Stone Bank Farm Market: Working farm and market offering seasonal foods, cooking classes and brown bag dinners. Closed Dec. 24-Jan. 1. N68 W33208 County Road K, Stone Bank. (262) 563-8010; stonebankmarket.com
Sur La Table Bayshore: Cooking classes with chef-instructors. 480 W. Northshore Drive, Glendale. surlatable.com
The Village Cheese Shop: Store and cafe, with classes and virtual events. 1430 Underwood Ave., Wauwatosa. (414) 488-2099; villagecheesetosa.com
Dec. 15: Sip N Stroll in The Village
Waterford Wine & Spirits: Tastings and seminars; RSVP required. Milwaukee: 2120 N. Farwell Ave., (414) 231-9393. Delafield: 631 Genesee St., (262) 337-9774. waterfordwine.com/collections/events
MORE EVENTS
Alpine Valley Resort: Seasonal events. W2501 County Road D, Elkhorn. alpinevalleyresort.com
Dec. 13: Trinchero Wine Dinner
Dec. 17: Elf Boot Camp
Dec. 31: New Year’s Party
Friday Night Lights: Colored light show illuminates the Hoan Bridge at 8 p.m. every Friday, (through Dec. 29). lightthehoan.com
Wehr Nature Center: Visitor Center open from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily, with hiking trails open from sunrise to sunset. 9701 W. College Ave., Franklin. (414) 425-8550.
Wilson Ice Arena: Public ice skating throughout the year. 4001 S. 20th St. (414) 281-6289.
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES
The Alice Wilds: Gallery hours, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday-Saturday, or by appointment. 900 S. 5th St. (414) 635-0887.
Through Jan. 20, 2024: Untitled (show of ten)
Jan. 19, 2024: Untitled (show of ten), closing reception, 5-8 p.m.
Almont Gallery: Open daily. 342 W. Main St., Waukesha. 342 W. Main St. www.almontgallery.com
Through Jan. 5: The Art of the Gift Holiday Show
Cedarburg Cultural Center: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; noon-4 p.m. Sunday. W62 N546 Washington Ave., Cedarburg. (262) 375-3676.
Charles Allis Art Museum: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Closed Dec. 23 through Jan. 2. Tudor-style mansion houses the Allis’ international art collection with works spanning from antiquity to the 20th century. 1801 N. Prospect Ave. (414) 278-8295; www.charlesallis.org
Through Jan. 7: Talk Back: Estate: T.J. Dedeaux-Norris
Through Feb. 4: Michael Lagerman: Not Pictured
David Barnett Gallery: 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. 1024 E. State St. (414) 271-5058.
Through Jan. 13, 2024: Nudes & Latin Voices
Grohmann Museum: Art collection dedicated to the evolution of human work. MSOE, 1000 N. Broadway. (414) 277-2300; www.msoe.edu/grohmann-museum/
Through Dec. 17: Excavations, Michael Newhall, paintings and drawings
Haggerty Museum of Art: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily. Marquette University campus, 1234 W. Tory Hill St. (414) 288-1669; marquette.edu/haggerty-museum
Through May 2024: Image in Dispute: Dutch & Flemish Art from the Collection
Harley-Davidson Museum: Collection of Harley-Davidson motorcycles and memorabilia on a 20-acre campus, with guided tours and special events. 400 W. Canal St. (877) 436-8738; www.harley-davidson.com
Hoard Historical Museum and National Dairy Shrine: Open 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. 401 Whitewater Ave., Fort Atkinson. (920) 397-9914; www.hoardmuseum.org
Jewish Museum Milwaukee: Open Sunday-Friday, closed Saturdays. 1360 N. Prospect Ave. (414) 390-5730; jewishmuseummilwaukee.org
Through Dec. 31: Women Pulling at the Threads of Social Discourse
Kenosha History Center: Open Tuesday-Sunday; closed holidays. Kenosha county history exhibits and programs. 220 51st Place Kenosha. (262) 654-5770; https://www.kenoshahistorycenter.org/
Permanent display: Cars made by Thomas Jeffery Company
Through Oct. 2024: AMC in Hollywood
Latino Arts, Inc.: United Community Center, 1028 S. 9th St. (414) 384-3100; www.latinoartsinc.org
Through Feb. 23, 2024: Celebrating our Shared Indigenous Roots
Lily Pad Gallery West: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. 215 N. Broadway. (414) 509-5756.
Through Jan. 7, 2024: Into the Night
Milwaukee Art Museum: Open Tuesday-Sunday. Milwaukee’s first art gallery, founded in 1888 by Frederick Layton. 700 N. Art Museum Drive. mam.org
Through June 23: 50 Paintings
Milwaukee County Historical Society: Exhibits, and research library open to the public, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday-Saturday. 910 N. King Drive. www.milwaukeehistory.net
Meet MKE, permanent exhibit explores Milwaukee history.
MOWA: Museum of Wisconsin Art: Focus on contemporary and emerging art, open 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. 205 Veterans Ave., West Bend. (262) 334-9638.
Through Jan. 21: Lon Michels: Disrupting Patterns
North Point Lighthouse Museum: Climb the tower, learn about lighthouses and maritime history of the Great Lakes, 1-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. 2650 N. Wahl Ave. (414) 332-6754; northpointlighthouse.org
Old World Wisconsin: Experience the world of early immigrants with events in historic buildings on the farmstead. W372 S9727 Highway 67, Eagle. oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory.org
Pabst Mansion: Visitors learn about Pabst family and details about the architecture and furnishings of the home with guided and self-guided tours. 2000 W. Wisconsin Ave. Advance ticket purchase recommended. (414) 931-0808; www.pabstmansion.com
Through Jan. 7: Christmas at the Pabst Mansion
Ploch Art Gallery: Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 3270 Mitchell Park Drive, Brookfield. (262) 781-9520; www.wilson-center.com
Polish Center of Wisconsin: 6941 S. 68th St., Franklin. (414) 529-2140.
Art exhibition featuring the League of Milwaukee Artists
Portrait Society Gallery: Noon-5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. 207 E. Buffalo St. (414) 870-9930.
Through Jan. 6: YES YEH UH OH OY AI
RAM (Racine Art Museum): Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. 441 Main St., Racine. (262) 638-8300; ramart.org
Through Jan. 13: RAM Staff Selects: A Community-Curated Exhibition
Through Jan. 13: Artist’s Books at RAM
Through Feb. 3, 2024: Collection Focus: Don Reitz and Wisconsin Artists: 1960-90
RAM Wustum Museum of Fine Arts: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. 2519 Northwestern Ave., Racine.
Through April 13: Watercolor Wisconsin 2023
Schlitz Audubon Visitor Center: Open 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. 1111 E. Brown Deer Road. (414) 352-2880; schlitzaudubon.org
Through Dec. 31: Joanna Poehlmann: Fin/Feather/Fungi/Frog/etc.
Spectrum School of Arts & Community Gallery: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, or by appointment. East Building of the DeKoven Center, 2050 Wisconsin Ave., Racine. (262) 634-4345; spectrumschoolandgallery.org
Ongoing: Art + Poetry = ARTERY
Tory Folliard Gallery: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. 233 N. Milwaukee St. (414) 273-7311.
UWM Union Art Gallery: Open noon-5 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, and Friday; noon-7 p.m. Thursday. 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd. (414) 229-6310; unionartgallery.uwm.edu
Through Dec. 15: Seeds of Culture: The Portraits and Voices of Native American Women by Matika Wilbur
UW Parkside Mathis Gallery: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, or by appointment. The Rita, 900 Wood Road, Kenosha. (262) 595-2188.
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Closed Dec. 23 through Jan. 2. 2220 N. Terrace Ave. (414) 271-3656; villaterrace.org
Through March 10, 2024: Supernova: Hope Wang + Keith Kaziak
Walker’s Point Center for the Arts: Gallery hours, 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. 839 S. 5th St. wpca-milwaukee.org
Warehouse Art Museum: Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. 1635 W. St. Paul Ave. (414) 252-0677; WAMmke.org
Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts: Events, classes and workshops for beginners to experienced fiber artists, with exhibitions of works demonstrating traditional to contemporary techniques. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. N50 W5050 Portland Road, Cedarburg. (262) 546-0300; wiquiltmuseum.com
Please submit your event three weeks before the event or registration deadline to jsenter@journalsentinel.com, with “Attention Entertainment calendar” in the subject line.
This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Music, arts and more things to do in the Milwaukee area in fall 2023
