Wisconsin Center District

Midwest Climate Resilience Conference
2025-10-20 - 2025-10-22 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
The Midwest Climate Resilience Conference is the premier forum focused specifically on climate adaptation and resilience for the Midwest and Great Lakes region.

The Temptations and The Four Tops
2025-10-18 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Miller High Life Theatre

TEMPO's 50th Anniversary Gala
2025-10-18 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
2025 marks the 50th Anniversary of TEMPO! In 1975, the world was a different place and the professional landscape for women executives in Milwaukee looked much different than it does today. TEMPO was launched at just the right time, not only as an organization and community for professional women, but as a movement for women to advance. We are proud of our foundational roots in the practice and promotion of women in leadership, mentoring and connection.

Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert
2025-10-16 20:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

Axiom Dance Convention 2025
2025-10-12 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.

Taylor Tomlinson
2025-10-11 19:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

2025 Night With the Novas Gala
2025-10-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.

Beglan Feis 2025
2025-10-11 - 2025-10-12 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Beglan Academy is about more than just Irish dance. We hope to provide a place where every student can thrive and reach their highest potential. We challenge, encourage and nurture each individual student. Being a part of our dance family means we teach each student to work hard and cheer on their friends and competitors.

Lorde with The Japanese House and Empress Of
2025-10-10 19:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
Lorde is a Grammy-winning artist and cultural force, known for her genre-defying sound, introspective lyricism, and striking creative vision. Since her breakthrough with Pure Heroine in 2013, she has redefined the contours of modern pop—merging poetic storytelling with minimalist, emotionally resonant production. To date, she has amassed over 18 billion global streams and 18 million album sales worldwide. In April 2025, she returned with What Was That, her first original release in four years. The single debuted to widespread acclaim and commercial success, hitting #1 on Spotify in the US—her first US #1 on the platform since “Royals.” It also landed at #3 in the UK and #5 globally, reaffirming her place at the forefront of pop music.

Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC) All Member Meeting
2025-10-09 16:00 - 21:00 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.

2025 Die Casting Congress & Tabletop
2025-10-07 - 2025-10-09 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
A fantastic event for anyone involved in the die casting industry. The Die Casting Congress and Exhibition is a great opportunity for professionals to network, learn about the latest technologies, and gain valuable insights into improving their business practices.

Milwaukee Tattoo Arts Festival 2025
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Villain Arts’ 15th Annual Milwaukee Tattoo Arts Festival comes to Baird Center this fall! October 3rd–5th, downtown Milwaukee will be abuzz as hundreds of world-class tattooers gather to celebrate body art, performance, and creativity.
The artists in attendance will have options on offer, including flash and custom work. Want to get tattooed at the show? You can reach out to your favorite artist in advance to book an appointment, or just show up and see who’s taking walk-ups! You may even recognize some artists from their time on Ink Master and VH1. Don’t forget the tattoo contests: whether a piece is brand new or years old, attendees can enter to compete for a chance to take home a trophy.
There will also be expert piercers, tooth gem artists, and vendors selling everything from jewelry and clothing to oddities and art pieces. There will also be a full lineup of live entertainment throughout the weekend, including human suspension acts, a contortionist archer, dazzling burlesque sideshow performances, and more. The 15th Annual Milwaukee Tattoo Arts Festival promises something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the Midwest’s most exciting tattoo events!

Colter Wall & Friends
2025-10-02 19:30 | Miller High Life Theatre

2025 Inland Rivers Ports & Terminals (IRPT) Annual Conference
2025-09-30 - 2025-10-02 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
As the nation’s premier trade association for port, terminal, and waterway professionals, IRPT offers a unique platform for forging invaluable connections. Engage in face-to-face conversations, strengthen existing relationships, and explore potential collaborations that could redefine the trajectory of your business.

5th Annual Glencastle Feis
2025-09-28 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.

35th Annual Milwaukee Feis
2025-09-27 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
35 years ago we began this feis with a humble 400 dancers. The Milwaukee Feis is now one of the largest, and is the longest running feiseanna in Milwaukee, and we are very proud to be keeping the tradition alive today!

Dream Theater
2025-09-24 20:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

Louis C.K.
2025-09-23 19:30 | Miller High Life Theatre

Wisconsin Bridal & Wedding Expo - Fall 2025
2025-09-21 13:30 - 17:00 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
The Wisconsin Bridal and Wedding Expo is a unique, interactive event, with food to taste, dresses to see, flowers to enjoy, music to dance to and fun to be had. Bring your friends and family and enjoy a day filled with laughter, ideas and inspiration at the Bridal & Wedding Expo! Admission is free with online registration or $10 at the door. Register here. Interested in exhibiting? Learn more here.

League of Wisconsin Municipalities Annual Conference 2025
2025-09-17 - 2025-09-19 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Join local government officials from across Wisconsin to share experiences and shape the future of our communities. Discover inspiring stories of outstanding public service and gain practical solutions you can use in 2025 and beyond. Leave energized, connected, and equipped with ideas to enhance your local government.

Midwest Arts XPO 2025
2025-09-15 - 2025-09-18 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
The Midwest Arts XPO (MAX) is an arts conference created by Heartland Performing Arts, Inc., a nonprofit organization since June 28, 2022, which brings together arts professionals to encourage innovation, create educational opportunities, strengthen artist touring relationships, and support arts advocacy throughout the central United States. The organization was founded by agents, artists, and state consortia leaders from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and beyond.

Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY
2025-09-13 20:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band
2025-09-12 20:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

Be the Light 2025
2025-09-12 17:30 - 23:00 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Sojourner Family Peace Center’s Be the Light gala celebrates survivors of domestic violence while raising crucial funds for their transformative work. This year is particularly meaningful as we celebrate Sojourner’s 50th Anniversary as a pillar of peace in Milwaukee. Be the Light 2025, held on September 12th, will feature a social reception, dinner, live auction, and mission moments showcasing Sojourner’s impact. Donald Driver will serve as Honorary Co-Chair, and the evening will conclude with an Afterglow Celebration, including dessert and dancing with DJ Shawna. Be the Light is both a celebration and a vital fundraiser that supports the 10,000 survivors Sojourner serves annually.

2025 Brewery Collectibles Club of America (BCCA) CANvention
2025-09-11 - 2025-09-13 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
CANvention is the BCCA’s premier event. It is the largest gathering of breweriana collectors in the world. Collectors attend from around the U.S., Canada, and many other countries. Nearly 1,000 members share several days of trading, buying, selling, socializing, sampling and enjoying the attractions of the host city.

La Causa Celebration 2025
2025-09-11 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Join us on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the Baird Center’s Rooftop Ballroom for an unforgettable evening as we stand together—guardians of hope, protectors of possibilities, and champions of every child’s dreams. Enjoy a live auction, silent auction, and raffle in support of La Causa’s Crisis Nursery & Respite Center, a safe haven for children in times of need.

Lake Street Dive with Lawrence
2025-09-09 19:30 | Miller High Life Theatre

3rd Annual Service Pro User Conference
2025-09-09 - 2025-09-10 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Don’t miss out on this awesome, in-person opportunity to learn and network with other Service Pro users!

Alabama Shakes
2025-09-04 20:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

Cream City Convergence 2025
2025-08-30 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
