Welcome to the WPR Music, Arts & Culture calendar!

While it can seem like meditation is all about self-improvement and chilling out, the practice of meditation actually has deep, pro-social roots. In this talk, Dr. Davidson will discuss how meditation has been associated with reductions in implicit bias, more equitable behavior, and improved outcomes in a variety of socially relevant measures. Dr. Davidson’s groundbreaking […]

Out-of-The Ordinary Guitarist

Join us Wednesday March 19th at the Italian Community Center as we gather once again to celebrate la tavola di San Guiseppe. This tradition dates back to the Middle Ages […]

Please join us for the Marathon County Historical Society’s 26th annual Vintage Springtime Tea to be held Thursday, March 20th, 2025 at 2 pm in the Woodson History Center (410 […]

Join us in the Garver Lounge for an evening of fun! Participate in “Designer Purse Bingo” for a chance to win a luxury handbag! And stop in Garver Canvas if you’re looking for a pup to steal your heart! Underdog Pet Rescue will have adoptable pups onsite waiting to give you some good luck snuggles. […]

Romana Shemayev brings her hauntingly beautiful “Goth Folk” sound, a style deeply rooted in the folk traditions of resistance and resilience. Originally from the USSR, Romana has been a Madison resident for nearly 25 years, captivating audiences with her evocative storytelling through music.

An amazing concert showcasing original music from local women artists. Free admission. Donations accepted, cash bar.

By Rajiv Joseph Produced by Grey Area Productions Gruesome Playground Injuries is a darkly comic, yet deeply poignant exploration of love, loss, and the enduring bonds of childhood. The play follows Kayleen and Doug, two souls magnetically drawn together through a series of catastrophic accidents. Their relationship is a rollercoaster of intimacy and distance, laughter […]

St. Bernadette Parish, 8200 West Denver Avenue (about three blocks south of Good Hope Road) invites you to enjoy their fabulous fish fry in the parish hall. Included in a $17 dinner are fish, coleslaw, fries, rye roll, tartar sauce, lemon wedge, and coffee. Soda, beer, and desserts are available for purchase. A small portion […]

Every Friday in Feb. – April Blacklight & Brews Tour, an enchanting and unforgettable experience designed for adults. This unique tour promises a captivating journey through the cave, illuminated by […]

Claudia is a well-known singer/songwriter and poet who is returning to the Midwest for a short tour. She has a big personality and a fine sense of humor to go along with her musical chops. Don’t miss this rare chance to see her perform. Please email us at annedave@chorus.net to reserve a seat.

Experience the magic of Bach like never before! The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra teams up with student musicians from the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music for an afternoon where art and music come together in perfect harmony. Enjoy a live performance of Johann Sebastian Bach’s most beautiful compositions, set against the stunning backdrop of the Milwaukee Art […]

Every Saturday starting in Feb. through April Unique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You will learn about […]

Country Music Hall of Famer, five-time Grammy-winner, and AMA Lifetime Achievement honoree Marty Stuart picks up where he left off on Altitude, his first new album in five years, exploring […]

Join the Madison Bach Musicians for a performance of the powerful J. S. Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, featuring two orchestras, two choirs, and numerous outstanding soloists! The incredible storyline of […]

Lochanside is a Scottish folk band consisting of an electric bagpipe, guitar, fiddle, Irish flute, and a bodhran. This Madison based quartet plays a mixture of upbeat Celtic dance music and traditional Scottish ballads and is named in honor of Robert “Robbie” Burns, the national poet of Scotland.

Join the Madison Bach Musicians for a performance of the powerful J. S. Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, featuring two orchestras, two choirs, and numerous outstanding soloists! The incredible storyline of […]

Walk through what used to be an ancient ocean and look for fossils older than the dinosaurs. In a limestone cave, there are many fossils to see. Learn from our […]

Every Sunday in March (except the 30th) Discover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights that are provided. Feel as though you […]