MILWAUKEE — Welcome to May, Milwaukee! Whether you’re taking in some of the performing arts, going fishing or celebrating the Kentucky Derby, there is plenty to do across Wisconsin. Tune into Wisconsin’s Afternoon News on Thursdays for ‘What’s On Tap?’ if you’d like to hear about the top events in the area curated by WAN’s Sandy Maxx.
Please note that any quoted information under each event comes directly from event organizers on the page linked below it.
HADESTOWN:
- Uihlein Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Theatre (929 N Water St) from Tuesday, May 2 to Sunday, May 7, 2023
Travel to the underworld in this traveling Broadway musical that won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical in 2019.
The show at the Marcus Performing Arts Center has a New Orleans-style band on stage to help tell the mythical tale in a modern way of the love stories of Orpheus and Eurydice, plus King Hades and his wife, Persephone.
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WISCONSIN GOVERNOR’S FISHING OPEN:
- Elk Lake Park (585 County Rd W H, Phillips, WI) on Saturday, May 6 & Sunday, May 7
It’s that time of year! Grab your rod and reel and get to the Phillips Chain of Lakes on Saturday for the Wisconsin Governor’s Fishing Opener on Saturday. The Family Fishing Day is full of fun for all ages at Elk Lake Park, including a community fish fry in the park.
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PALOMINO DERBY PARTY:
- Palomino Bar (2491 S Superior St, Milwaukee) on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bourbon drinkers wearing big hats are welcome to celebrate the Kentucky Derby on Saturday at Palomino Bar in Bay View. For those 21 and older, enjoy a party in honor of the “most exciting two minutes in sports” with mint juleps, chocolate pecan pies, and Hot Fried Chicken Sandwiches on the menu.
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BRIT FLOYD:
- The Riverside Theatre (116 W Wisconsin Ave , Milwaukee) on Sunday, May 7 at 8 p.m..
Experience Pink Floyd music live, note for note accompanied by spectacular visuals on stage Sunday night with Brit Floyd at The Riverside Theater. Brit Floyd gets rave reviews from loyal fans who return year after year to see them perform.
Sunday’s show will be updated and special since they’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of the classic album, “The Dark Side of the Moon” and other songs for over two and half hours.
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