Wisconsin Center District

Wisconsin Bridal & Wedding Expo - Spring 2025
2025-05-04 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | 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? Learn more here.

AHL Central Division Semifinals Game #2: Milwaukee Admirals vs Rockford IceHogs
2025-05-03 18:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena

MMABSE 2025 Teacher Recognition Dinner
2025-05-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Baird Center
Join us at the MMABSE Teacher Recognition Gala to celebrate our amazing educators in a night filled with appreciation and recognition.

Oxygen Ball 2025
2025-05-02 17:30 - 22:00 | Baird Center
Join the American Lung Association for a Magical Evening under the Moonlight!
Step into a world of elegance and enchantment at the American Lung Association’s Oxygen Ball – Moonlight Soirée to experience an unforgettable evening filled with intrigue and fun. Together, we’ll raise funds for groundbreaking lung disease and cancer research, innovative treatments, CT screenings, vital health education and more. Let the moonlight illuminate
our shared commitment to a healthier future.
Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to make a difference—join us for a night to remember!

AHL Central Division Semifinals Game #1: Milwaukee Admirals vs Rockford IceHogs
2025-05-01 19:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena

A Night Out for ABCD: Illuminate 2025
2025-05-01 17:30 - 22:00 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Join us for A Night Out for ABCD: Illuminate on Thursday, May 1. Indulge in delicious food, engage in exciting giving opportunities, and cap off the night with an electrifying dueling piano performance — all in support of ABCD’s free emotional support services to ensure no one faces breast cancer alone.

Learn more about ABCD at ABCDBreastCancerSupport.org

2025 Region 3 Midwest Harmony Competition
2025-05-01 - 2025-05-04 | Miller High Life Theatre
Midwest Harmony Region 3 of Sweet Adelines International is dedicated to the advancement of four-part harmony, barbershop-style, for women of all ages, through education and performance.

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
2025-04-30 20:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

The Women's Center Empower Luncheon 2025
2025-04-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Baird Center
The Women’s Center’s largest fundraising event gathers over 500 influential individuals – community leaders, companies, and individuals like you – united in a single purpose: to empower survivors. Every dollar raised supports life-saving programs and services that provide safe havens, healing resources, and the strength to rise above abuse. All proceeds directly benefit survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, child abuse, and trafficking through lifesaving and life-changing programs and services provided by The Women’s Center.

Ivan Cornejo
2025-04-29 20:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
ON SALE NOW! Get tickets HERE
In efforts to support local LAFD firefighters during the devastating wildfires in greater Los Angeles, a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation. For more information: https://supportlafd.kindful.com/?campaign=1040812
“I’m so excited to get back on stage and continue sharing Mirada with new audiences and fans equally. This tour has truly felt like a celebration, and while I’m thrilled to bring all of our hard work to life, I think it’s important now more than ever to bring a sense of community,” Ivan shares. “With the devastating wildfires these past few weeks, it’s times like this that being close to my fans becomes especially important to me. Together with my team, we’ve decided to donate a portion of the proceeds from our ticket sales to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and we encourage people to join in and help mend California.”

2025 South Milwaukee High School Prom
2025-04-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Baird Center

Jordy Nelson's Milwaukee Tailgate with Inside the Huddle Live!
2025-04-26 17:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
Sports Milwaukee is thrilled to invite the community to Jordy Nelson’s Milwaukee Tailgate with Inside the Huddle Live at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena on Saturday, April 26! The event features a live taping of the football insider show Inside the Huddle, hosted by Green Bay Packers legend Jordy Nelson and special guests. Other program highlights include auction items, an interactive panel with audience Q&A and a football-themed tailgate zone with games for all ages. VIP tickets cost $75 (+ taxes/fees) and include: player meet and greet opportunities, access to a hospitality area with complimentary food and beverages and upfront table seats for the live taping of Inside the Huddle. General admission is $10 (+taxes/fees) and includes access to the floor tailgate zone and limited GA floor seats (first come, first served). The Arena will have concessions available for purchase and stadium seating will be open. Doors open at 3 p.m. and the live taping of Inside the Huddle begins at 5 p.m.

2025 Spotlight Dance Cup
2025-04-25 - 2025-04-27 | Miller High Life Theatre
For 30 years, Spotlight Dance Cup has been dedicated to providing high-quality dance competitions throughout the country. We are committed to providing family-friendly, organized, fairly judged, and fun-filled events that celebrate the art of dance. Come shine in the spotlight!

2025 US Junior Nationals Girls' Basketball Windy City Classic
2025-04-25 - 2025-04-27 | Baird Center
20th Annual Event: The Largest Spring Girls Basketball Recruiting Event in the Midwest!
Unveiling the new renovations to Milwaukee’s Baird Center – 20+ court venue – 350+ teams and nearly 300 college coaches in 2024! ABOC Division I Officials Camp will be in attendance covering half of the event yet again to keep the quality of competition some of the best in the country!

FRI: 1 game (starting at 11am)
SAT: 2 games
SUN: 1-2 games (Depending on Results)

Sunday last games will be finished typically before 3/4pm.
Streaming info can be found here

Mad Hot Rhythm Competition 2025
2025-04-22 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
Danceworks Mad Hot Rhythm runs November-April. Participating schools select one or more 5th or 6th grade classrooms to participate in Mad Hot Rhythm. Danceworks teaching artists provide two weekly one-hour dance classes for 18 weeks for 36 total hours of dance instruction. Each year the program culminates with a city-wide competition for all participants, as well as culminating performances in the schools. The Competition is free and open to the public! Families incur no cost for this program.

Evolve Church Easter Service
2025-04-20 11:00 - 14:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
This Easter, experience something bigger than ever before! Evolve Church is bringing the city together for an unforgettable worship experience at The Panther Arena. Join us for a powerful service filled with dynamic worship, an inspiring message, and a celebration of hope, renewal, and victory.

31st Annual Make Believe Ball
2025-04-19 | Baird Center
First Stage is thrilled to be Baird Center’s second Gala Giveaway recipient, allowing them to share more magic and our mission with community members like you.
This special family-friendly event will be filled with whimsy and glee, featuring activities for all ages, raffles, a lively auction, a scrumptious dinner, and celebratory dancing. Put on your party shoes and get ready to boogie!

CANCELED: Kem
2025-04-18 20:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

Milwaukee Admirals vs. Chicago Wolves
2025-04-18 19:00, 2025-04-12 18:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena

POSTPONED: The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others
2025-04-17 20:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

POSTPONED: The Music of The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit in Concert
2025-04-17 16:00 | Miller High Life Theatre

PEARLS Inspired to Lead 2025
2025-04-17 | Baird Center
At Inspired to Lead, PEARLS honors the incredible founding women, PEARLS sisters, supporters, and partners who contribute to making PEARLS what it is today. It is also a celebration of the continuation of this legacy— PEARLS’ legacy in motion.
Learn more here.

MPI Wisconsin 2025 Spring Education Day and Spring Spectacular
2025-04-16 - 2025-04-17 | Baird Center
Get your education, fun and networking all in one place with the MPI Wisconsin Chapter!

Milwaukee Admirals vs. Rockford IceHogs
2025-04-13 16:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena

Dinosaur Adventure
2025-04-12 - 2025-04-13 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Step into the world of prehistoric giants at Dinosaur Adventure, a unique exhibit showcasing life-sized, realistic dinosaurs that move and roar just like the real thing! Children’s Activities: Kids can dive into fun-filled activities, including Jurassic scooters, themed obstacle courses, dinosaur rides, and more!

Cancelled: The Home & Great Outdoors Expo
2025-04-12 - 2025-04-13 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
This event has been cancelled. For more information and refunds please contact the Home & Garden Expo at info@hgoexpo.com and info@elitesupportzone.com.

Greenfield High School Prom 2025
2025-04-12 | Baird Center

Katt Williams: Heaven on Earth Tour
2025-04-11 20:00 | UW Milwaukee Panther Arena
On the heels of his explosive Netflix comedy special, WOKE FOKE, critically acclaimed comedian Katt Williams announces the HEAVEN ON EARTH TOUR. Produced by North American Entertainment Group, the upcoming tour with new material kicks off in January 2025, making stops across the U.S., including UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena on April 11, 2025.
Miller High Life Theatre Box Office Hours
Saturdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Extra Hours
Tuesday, April 8: 12 – 6 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9: 12 – 6 p.m.
Thursday, April 10: 12 – 6 p.m.

2025 Milwaukee Marathon and Packet Pickup
2025-04-11 12:00 - 18:00 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Packet pick-up will be held on Friday, April 11th from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Baird Center’s N100 level. Both street and public parking are available around Baird Center. All posted rates apply.
You can find additional information here. SpotHero is also available for app users in the surrounding area. Parking is not organized or managed by race staff. Please note: you will not be able to pick up your packet on race day!
