• Saladmaster International Convention ’26

    Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.

    Saladmaster dealers, distributors, and consultants from around the world gather to celebrate 80 years of transforming kitchens and lives. Discover the power behind the Science of Saladmaster—redefining how we cook, connect, and live. Hear from inspiring keynote speakers, explore the latest innovations, and connect with the leaders shaping our future.

    The Gothic Market

    Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.

    The Gothic Market is a national signature product and tradeshow. Dark arts and counterculture vendors from around the world bring their work to the gothic market to instill a delicious taste of dark inspiration and to provide a haunted, spooky, Halloween, or witchy experience for others. Vendors display the latest trends in various forms of ... The Gothic Market

    Milwaukee Mineral, Fossil, Gem & Jewelry Show

    Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.

    The show features over 250 exhibitors selling minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, and related supplies. It offers items ranging from affordable specimens to investment-grade pieces and includes educational displays, demonstrations, and family-friendly activities.

    Zoo Debut

    Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.

    The Racine Zoological Society is the third-ever recipient of Baird Center’s Gala Giveaway. Zoo Debut is a themed charity fundraising gala including a gourmet dinner, live entertainment, live and silent auctions, and more. Funds raised will benefit essential veterinary and daily animal care, education programs, conservation efforts, and so much more.

  • Wisconsin Sickle Cell Summit

    Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.

    A day of learning, sharing, and connecting with others in the sickle cell community. This in-person event will feature educational sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Discover the latest research, treatment options, and resources available to help manage sickle cell disease.

    Cream City Convergence

    Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.

    Cream City Convergence (C3) is a one-day celebration of fighting games, bringing together culture and competition. Organized by a passionate group of grassroots veterans, C3 has quickly become a shining example of what makes the Midwest fighting game community so special. Back for its third year, C3's celebration of fighting games offers a unique blend ... Cream City Convergence

    RNG WORKS: For Life on Earth

    Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.

    RNG WORKS Technical Workshop and Trade Expo is a program designed to educate, demonstrate and promote RNG industry best practices helping realize development of RNG as a sustainable source of clean fuel, heat, power and products.