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It’s time to say goodbye to September and welcome ourselves to October!
To kick off this new month and the new season, there are many things to do around MKE including a continuation of Oktoberfest celebrations. You can catch games from the NHL, the Bucks and the Brewers. You can enjoy Halloween movie screenings at the Avalon Atmospheric theater with their annual Shocktoberfest. Jack-O’-Lanterns will be filling the Racine Zoo. You can shop handmade goodies at the Bitchcraft Fair and the Walker’s Point Makers Market Bar Hop. You can bring your furry friend to the annual Pet Parade. Check out art at this month’s Bay View Gallery Night.
So much to do, so little time. Because of this, you must dive in and start making your weekend plans.
FRIDAY
BAY VIEW GALLERY NIGHT
Come to Bay View to check out this celebration of local art, music, business and community. If you check out the surrounding local businesses in this area, you will find art exhibits, photography displays, live music and DJ sets, food and craft vendors and so much more. You can check it out from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
AMANDA COHEN
This Chicago comedian is headed to MKE to perform at our local comedy venue. She has studied improvisation and sketch writing at comedy programs all over Chicago. She uses her comedy to challenge your assumptions about middle age while still remaining relatable. Come check her out this Friday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20.
CONSTELLATIONS OF THE ZODIAC
We have officially entered a new zodiac season. Because of this, the planetarium will be having a live interactive show that will explore the stories and science of the zodiac constellations with a focus on this month’s constellation, Libra. Tickets are $6 and the show begins at 7 p.m.
GARY CLARK JR.
This musician fuses blues, rock and soul. You can come to hear this melding of sounds live at The Riverside Theater. He has an extensive discography you can come hear him perform this Friday. Blackillac will kick off the night at 7 p.m. Buy your tickets here.
OLD FASHIONED FEST
Head to the Turner Hall Ballroom for a toast to a Milwaukee classic cocktail. You can sample both classic and re-imagined Old Fashioneds. You won't want to miss this Annual Whiskey vs. Brandy showdown. The fest starts at 5 p.m. and goes until 9 p.m. You can get your tickets here:
https://shepherdexpress.com/upcoming-events/oldfashioned
ANNUAL HALLOWEEN GALLERY SHOW
Art*Bar is kicking off the spooky season with its 19th annual Halloween art show, “FEAR19.” It opens this Friday and will be around until October 31st. Be one of the first to see the artwork at 7 p.m.
MOVIE NIGHT
Before it gets too chilly, enjoy one last outdoor movie. This time around you can head to the Harley-Davidson Museum for a screening of “Lightyear” at 6:45 p.m. Be sure to bring your own chairs and blankets!
LAST IN LINE
Get ready to rock out to this group at The Northern Lights Theater. They have an extensive discography they will perform from as well as a latest single release, “A Day in the Life.” The show will be at 8 p.m. Tickets are available here if you want to check it out: https://www.paysbig.com/shows/last-in-line
Partner Pick
Brady Street's Pet Parade & Art Walk
Join the fun with your beloved pets (furry or scaly) at Brady Street's Annual Pet Parade! There will be contests, music, vendors, a parade, and live art! Sunday, October 2 from 11am - 4pm.
Get your tickets! Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Wisconsin Humane Society
SATURDAY
MILWAUKEE BUCKS
Basketball season is back, and this Saturday you can see the Bucks make their return to our home arena. They will be doing a preseason game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Tip-off is at 7 p.m. Grab your tickets here.
HOCUS POCUS
On the first day of October, The Oriental Theatre is kicking off the spooky season with a special screening of this 1993 classic flick. The movie night will begin at 7 p.m. You can get your tickets here if you want to check it out:
https://mkefilm.org/oriental-theatre/events/hocus-pocus
MILWAUKEE TACOS & MARGS CRAWL
An epic bar crawl is coming to Third St. and Water St. You can bop around from bar to bar to enjoy margaritas and tacos through tastings and specials. There will also be giveaways, live music and DJs. Sign up here if you want to join: https://www.facebook.com/events/5013589248767935/
FAMILY FREE DAY
The first Saturday of the month brings you free admission to the zoo. From 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., you can enjoy the sights of all the animals including giraffes, lions, bears, and more. Don’t miss out on this.
TRIBUTE NIGHT
BAT will be at Uihlein Hall to bring you the music of Meat Loaf. The Neverland Express and American Idol winner Caleb Johnson will come together to perform the entirety of “Bat Out of Hell,” along with other hit songs. It will start at 8 p.m. Tickets are available here.
SCI-FI FAMILY DAY
Come on out for a day full of magnificent costumes, props and displays while interacting with your favorite characters from the sci-fi and fantasy world. Don’t forget to dress up as well. You can head on over there as early as 9 a.m.
SISTA STRUT
Join V 100.7 in supporting breast cancer with their annual walk. It is free to join. All you have to do is show up to the Marcus Center at noon to join. In addition to the walk, there will be resources and performances. Be sure to register here: https://www.marcuscenter.org/show/sista-strut
HAPPY BIRTHDAY RADIO MILWAUKEE
For 15 years, we’ve had 88Nine Radio Milwaukee in our city. This calls for a celebration! On Saturday, you can head on over to the studio to enjoy a free event. There will be food trucks, drinks and live performances from an all-Milwaukee lineup. You can come to check it out starting at 4 p.m.