Wisconsin Center District

Milwaukee Downtown/BID #21 Annual Meeting
2024-10-01 | Baird Center
Milwaukee Downtown, BID (Business Improvement District) #21 is an organization established in 1998 to support the interests of the downtown Milwaukee business community. Through BID #21 assessments, Milwaukee Downtown funds specific initiatives aimed at creating a clean, safe and friendly downtown. The district currently manages 150 blocks representing approximately 500 commercial property owners.
Help celebrate Downtown Milwaukee’s milestones as Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 presents its year in review. The organization will also share 2025 initiatives and recognize the rock stars who have made Downtown’s collective successes possible.

4th Annual Glencastle Feis
2024-09-29 | Baird Center
Glencastle Feis is proud to be an Irish Dancing Magazine Destination Feis. They look forward to welcoming dancers from all over to this year’s “Feising for a Purpose!” Proceeds from the 2024 Glencastle Feis will be donated to Good Friend Inc, a nonprofit organization dedicated to Autism awareness, acceptance, & empathy.

Herzing University Fall 2024 Pinning and Commencement
2024-09-28 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Miller High Life Theatre
On behalf of the Herzing University faculty, staff, students and alumni, congratulations to the Graduating Classes of 2023 and 2024! We are proud of our graduating students and all that you have accomplished to arrive at this moment.
We are happy to announce that our campuses will be hosting in-person commencement ceremonies for our graduates! Guests and graduates not able to make the ceremony can watch it live-streamed on Facebook Live the day of the ceremony. We are looking forward to sharing your special day with you!
Commencement: 3:00 PM CT Saturday, September 28
Streaming links can be found on each campus’ Facebook page. Linked below:

Brookfield
Kenosha
Madison
Online Division

Battle Hardened: Milwaukee
2024-09-28 - 2024-09-29 | Baird Center
Registration is now open! Learn more here.

34th Annual Milwaukee Feis
2024-09-28 | Baird Center
34 years ago Milwaukee Feis began with a humble 400 dancers. It is now one of the largest, and is the longest running feiseanna in Milwaukee, and they are very proud to be keeping the tradition alive today!

XFC 51: Evolution
2024-09-27 19:00 | Baird Center
XFC makes it’s Milwaukee debut at Baird Center on September 27!
ON SALE NOW HERE

Hope Night Wisco
2024-09-27 18:30 - 21:00 | Baird Center
You’re Invited to a Night of Miracles in Milwaukee with Mario Murillo and Hope Night Wisco! Join them for an unforgettable evening of supernatural signs and wonders by the power of God at the Baird Center in Milwaukee on September 27th at 6:30 PM.
Are you needing HOPE in your life? Do you need healing in your body or freedom from addiction, depression, anxiety, or hopelessness? Whether you need healing, a breakthrough, or simply want to experience the presence of God, this evening is for you. Come and witness the miraculous – bring a friend and be part of something extraordinary! This is the perfect opportunity to bring a friend, family member, or anyone in need of healing. Mario Murillo will bring a message of hope, freedom, and transformation. This is more than just an event; it’s a divine appointment where lives will be supernaturally changed by the miraculous power of God.
Click here to volunteer.
If you are part of a Church or Ministry who’d like to partner, please register here.

Converge Technology Summit - Midwest 2024
2024-09-25 - 2024-09-26 | Baird Center
Join Converge Technology Summit in the heart of Downtown Milwaukee on Wednesday, 9/25 and the morning of Thursday, 9/26 to immerse yourself in the future of technology at the newly renovated Baird Center. Mark your calendars! The summit will feature topics such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, and Digital Workplaces/Infrastructure.
Register now to secure your ticket for this exclusive event! Registering ensures you are RSVPed for this event – calendar invites and more information will be sent out closer to the summit date.

Judas Priest: Invincible Shield Tour with special guest Sabaton
2024-09-19 19:30 | Miller High Life Theatre

La Causa's 2024 Celebration "Hope on the Horizon"
2024-09-19 17:30 - 21:00 | Baird Center
Step into the future with La Causa, Inc. at the highly anticipated La Causa’s 2024 Celebration “Hope on the Horizon.” On September 19, from 5:30 to 9:00 PM, join La Causa at the exquisite Baird Center’s new Rooftop Ballroom located at 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA, for an evening filled with camaraderie and inspiration.
This event will feature a live auction, silent auction, and raffle, offering attendees the chance to support our cause in a fun and engaging way. As we reflect on our journey, embrace the opportunities of the present, and envision the possibilities for the future, they invite you to be a part of this meaningful occasion.

Illuminate 2024
2024-09-16 - 2024-09-18 | Baird Center
At Illuminate 2024, Momentus is not just shedding light; they’re revolutionizing how to serve their customers.
Illuminate is about brightening the industry with ideas, passion, empathy, creativity and unique problem-solving. But most importantly, it’s about championing their customers, empowering them to succeed in a brand-new world where we reconnect, reinvest and respond.
To illuminate is to empower professionals to create extraordinary moments, and that’s where Momentus and this customer conference make a difference. With a bespoke agenda full of educational sessions tailored just for their customers, Momentus is illuminating the path to greatness together.

Wisconsin Bridal and Wedding Expo
2024-09-15 13:30 - 17:00 | Baird Center
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? https://www.bridalshowswi-wi.com/info-for-exhibitors.

IMPORTEXPO - Wisconsin 2024
2024-09-14 17:00 - 22:00 | Baird Center
Show Registration:
$75.00 USD + service fees
(Includes: 1 driver pass + decal)
VIP Show Registration:
$95.00 USD + service fees
(includes: 2 pass + tshirt + decal)
General Admission
$25.00 USD + service fees (Pre-sale online)
$35.00 USD + service fees (Day of show)
*** Kids free under 12 w/ accompanied adult ***
*** No refunds ***
This is a pre-registered event and all vehicles must be approved for entry into the show. Learn more and register here. Space is limited. First come first served basis. IMPORTEXPO reserves the right to refuse any unfit vehicle.

Milwaukee Admirals Garage Sale
2024-09-14 09:00 - 17:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
The garage sale will feature game-worn jerseys from the 2023-24 season, new and game-used sticks, and other game-used equipment all priced significantly below retail value. In addition, Admirals merchandise will be available at a discounted rate. A complete list of available jerseys and their prices will be posted closer to the sale.
The sale opens at 9 a.m. for FULL season seat members who are paid in full or on Admirals365 and at 10 a.m. for partial season seat members and Flex Voucher plan holders who are on Admirals365 or paid in full. The sale will open at 11 a.m. for the general public.
Fans should enter UWM Panther Arena through the main doors off of Kilbourn Avenue and proceed into the bowl area for the sale.
All items at the garage sale are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. No items are available for sale before the garage sale begins. Complete list of items available, including jersey prices, will be released shortly.

Romance Con
2024-09-06 - 2024-09-07 | Baird Center
Come to Milwaukee for the first-ever Romance Con, a celebration of the empowerment, passion, and creativity that is at the heart of the romance genre and its community!
Romance Con’s organizers are excited to bring together some of the most beloved romance authors with their biggest fans for a weekend-long celebration. Romance Con will include signings and opportunities for authors and readers to interact with each other, panels and discussions to dive deep into the most important topics in the romance genre, community-focused meetups for readers to find their newest bookish bestie, special evening events, and so much more.

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard
2024-09-04 20:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

AEW Presents Dynamite
2024-09-04 18:30 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
ON SALE: Friday, 7/12 at 10 a.m. HERE
PRE-SALE: Wednesday, 7/10 at 10 a.m. – Thursday, 7/11 at 11:59 p.m. with code AEWMKE HERE
History will be made when AEW’s popular professional wrestling show “AEW: Dynamite” returns to Milwaukee at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena on Wednesday, September 4 for an action-packed night of bell-to-bell action.
AEW’s roster includes headliners such as Chris Jericho, Kenny Omega, Adam Copeland, Swerve Strickland, Christian Cage, The Young Bucks, Jon Moxley, Bryan Danielson, Hangman Adam Page, Toni Storm, Mercedes Mone, Saraya, Adam Cole, FTR, Dr. Britt Baker, Wardlow, Orange Cassidy, Darby Allin, Sammy Guevara, Ruby Soho, Jay White, Claudio Castagnoli, Malakai Black, Will Hobbs, Ricky Starks, The Acclaimed, The Lucha Bros., Mark Briscoe, Samoa Joe, and many more. For additional information, please visit AllEliteWrestling.com.

Connect Marketplace 2024
2024-08-27 - 2024-08-29 | Baird Center
Don’t miss your opportunity to join thousands of passionate event experts from around the globe for unparalleled networking, one-on-one business meetings, innovative education sessions, and a dynamic tradeshow overflowing with the latest event solutions.

Cream City Convergence 2024
2024-08-24 | Baird Center
Cream City Convergence is Milwaukee’s premier fighting game tournament. Click here to register.

Lindsey Stirling - THE DUALITY TOUR with special guest Walk Off the Earth
2024-08-22 19:00 - 23:59 | Miller High Life Theatre

Phil Wickham & Brandon Lake Summer Worship Nights Tour
2024-08-15 19:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
Join Phil Wickham and Brandon Lake on the second year of the Summer Worship Nights Tour!
Live with special guest Hulvey, they’ll be hitting 17 cities this August. These events are powerful
nights of authentic worship and prayer that will have lasting impact not just on the venues they
are coming to, but the cities and beyond!
Reserved Doors – 5:30 p.m.
Show – 7:00 p.m.

Wisconsin Center District Hiring Event
2024-08-14 14:00 - 18:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
The Wisconsin Center District (WCD), owners and operators of the Baird Center, Miller High Life Theatre and UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena is looking for Bold, Proud and Experience Obsessed people to join our team!
If this sounds like you, check out the WCD Hiring Event on August 14 between 2 to 6 p.m. at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. We will be hiring qualified people on-the-spot.
We are looking for:

Public safety officers.
Setup team.
Cleaning team.
Ticket takers.
Ushers.
Cashiers.
Servers.
Cooks.
Video crew technician.

We offer:

Flexible hours.
$15 an hour or higher starting wage.
Free parking or bus pass.
Fun and exciting job environment.
On-site job training.

Please bring your resume and a photo ID and enter through the front doors at 400 W. Kilbourn Ave. You must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
Click HERE to let us know you are coming!

Anime 414
2024-08-10 - 2024-08-11 | Baird Center
Welcome to Anime 414, a vibrant convention celebrating anime culture, set in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Mark your calendars for their inaugural event on August 10th-11th, 2024! Having previously organized successful gatherings in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and San Antonio, Texas, Anime 414 is thrilled to extend their passion for anime to Wisconsin. Immerse yourself in a weekend filled with opportunities to meet beloved voice-over celebrities, collect unique autographs, and explore an array of top-notch vendors from around the globe.

2024 FTA Technology Conference and Expo
2024-08-04 - 2024-08-07 | Baird Center
Don’t let the word “technology” fool you. The 2024 FTA Technology Conference is for techies, yes, but it is also a one-stop educational venue for agency leadership interested in technology and security trends, and fraud and compliance leadership looking for the latest technologies to help you do your work.
Do you care about AI? Check. Security? For sure. Automation? Absolutely. But you also care about strategy, trends, understanding the lay of the land, and not letting the future catch you unaware — and FTA brings together top speakers who will leave you with plenty to think about.
Breakouts are especially focused on unique, innovative approaches for users of technology to improve tax administration. The exhibit hall is your ticket to browsing through the panoply of options available from the private sector, in a fully ethics-approved setting. This is the only forum for states to share their best practices and to learn from their peers when it comes to every angle of technology in state tax administration.

2024 Republican National Convention (RNC)
2024-07-15 - 2024-07-18 | Baird Center
Milwaukee is excited to welcome the Republican National Convention to our world-class city in 2024. Home to a thriving arts, entertainment, and dining scene; booming business and architectural development; and diverse, passionate locals, Milwaukee is a choice destination for business and leisure travelers alike. The 2024 RNC will be held in the heart of downtown at Fiserv Forum and Wisconsin Center District, Milwaukee’s convention center campus with three unique facilities – Baird Center, UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena and the Miller High Life Theatre.

The All White XperienceMKE
2024-06-29 18:00 - 2024-06-30 00:00 | Baird Center
Get ready to experience the ultimate all-white party in MKE, where you can dress to impress and dance the night away in style!

73rd National Square Dance Convention
2024-06-26 - 2024-06-29 | Baird Center
The 73rd National square Dance Convention is a great convention, in a great city, on a great lake!
Register here.

Campus Home. LIVE! ACUHO-I Conference & Expo 2024
2024-06-22 - 2024-06-25 | Baird Center
Campus Home. LIVE! is the next step in the evolution of the ACUHO-I annual conference and expo. This is the place to be for housing professionals like you who are looking for forward-thinking programming, speakers, and networking opportunities. You can’t afford to miss the dynamic keynote speakers, practical and informative sessions, a bustling exposition hall, and, of course, the rejuvenating power of gathering with hundreds of campus housing colleagues from around the world.

VISIT Milwaukee's 2024 Annual Meeting
2024-06-18 15:00 - 19:00 | Baird Center
VISIT Milwaukee’s 2024 Annual Meeting and Party with the Partners will be taking place on Tuesday, June 18 at the new Baird Ballroom at the Baird Center. Join us as we celebrate our collective wins from this year and look forward to everything taking place in 2024 and beyond.

NASFAA National Conference 2024
2024-06-16 - 2024-06-19 | Baird Center
The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) national conference is the premier event serving the student financial aid community. Thousands of student aid professionals from across the nation attend the NASFAA national conference each year to teach, learn, network, and share best practices.
The conference provides valuable, up-to-date information on the student aid programs from financial aid veterans. It is a unique training and professional development opportunity that will equip student aid professionals with the tools they need to better serve students and families. Attendees can also learn about product and software innovations from over 50 exhibitors.
