IAGLR's 68th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research
2025-06-02 - 2025-06-06 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
IAGLR’s 68th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research will feature four days of inspiring science centered around our theme Creating Great Lakes Resilience. The conference will be hybrid, so if you can’t make it to Milwaukee, we invite you to join us online.

Belonging 2025 Conference and General’s Congress
2025-06-03 - 2025-06-08 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Be encouraged, strengthened, filled and sent out to help others belong.

Islamic Society of Milwaukee (ISM) Eid Prayer Service
2025-06-06 | Baird Center
The Islamic Society of Milwaukee is the largest Islamic organization in the state of Wisconsin. Serving the community for nearly 40 years.

USA Wrestling 2025 Junior National Duals
2025-06-17 - 2025-06-21 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
The Junior National Duals was instituted as an opportunity for athletes to compete on a team to determine bragging rights for the top Freestyle and Greco-Roman teams in the United States! Come to Milwaukee to see which state will stand atop the podium in the end!

Convención UPCI Español 2025
2025-06-18 - 2025-06-20 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
An unforgettable event for connecting, growing and taking part in the work that God is doing. Don’t miss it!
Un evento inolvidable para conectarte, crecer y ser parte de lo que Dios está haciendo. ¡No te lo pierdas!

2025 Women of Influence Awards
2025-06-18 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Milwaukee Business Journal celebrates 25 women who have grown their businesses, created products, inspired future generations and made Southeast Wisconsin a better place at our annual Women of Influence Awards.

2025 Hmong District Annual Conference (75 Year Celebration)
2025-06-22 - 2025-06-27 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.

2025 USA Fencing Summer Nationals & July Challenge
2025-06-28 - 2025-07-07 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
USA Fencing is the home of fencing in the United States — supporting newcomers, Olympians and Paralympians, and anyone who loves this wonderful sport. All events are open to the public and free to attend.
National Championship Events: Y10, Y12, Y14, , Division III, Division II, Division IA, Senior Team, Vet Age, & Vet Team
July Challenge: Division I, Cadet, & Junior

Cru U.S. Staff Conference
2025-07-12 - 2025-07-18 | Baird Center

Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame 75th Anniversary Induction Ceremony
2025-07-24 17:00 - 21:00 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
The 75th anniversary induction ceremony for the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame will be held on Thursday, July 24th at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee, with a pre-event reception beginning at 5 p.m. to include the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame Walkway presented by Network Health. The walkway is a celebration of individuals honored in the Hall of Fame. Broadcasting legend Ernie Johnson, NFL and University of Wisconsin football star Joe Thomas and NFL kicking star Mason Crosby are among the class of inductees for the 75th anniversary induction of the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame presented by Network Health.

Plant Biology 2025
2025-07-26 - 2025-07-30 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Join the American Society of Plant Biologists for quality discussions, knowledge exchange, and productive collaboration focusing on the future of plant biology.

2025 Women Are Sacred Conference
2025-07-29 - 2025-07-31 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
One of the nation’s most inspiring and impactful gatherings, the Women Are Sacred Conference is a cornerstone in the movement to end violence against Native women and children. This powerful event brings together advocates, survivors, Tribal domestic and sexual violence programs, Tribal leadership, law enforcement, and Tribal court personnel—all united in the shared mission of creating safer, stronger Tribal communities.

Anime 414
2025-08-09 - 2025-08-10 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Welcome to Anime 414, a vibrant convention celebrating anime culture, set in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Mark your calendars for our next event on August 9th-10th, 2025! Join us for an unforgettable experience!

Medicaid Enterprise Systems Conference (MESC) 2025
2025-08-11 - 2025-08-14 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
The Medicaid Enterprise Systems Community (MESC) is a national conference and community for state, federal and private sector individuals to exchange ideas related to Medicaid systems and health policy affected by those systems.

The Milwaukee Mineral, Fossil, Gem & Jewelry Show
2025-08-13 - 2025-08-17 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Featuring America’s Leading Bead and Crystal Vendors.
Wednesday, August 13 – 12p to 7p
Thursday, August 14 – 10a to 7p
Friday, August 15 -10a to 7p
Saturday, August 16 – 10a to 7p
Sunday, August 17 – 11a to 6p

Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin (PSW) 2025 Annual Meeting
2025-08-14 - 2025-08-16 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.

20th Reunion of Community Pharmacy Residency Program
2025-08-15 16:30 - 18:30 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Help us celebrate 20 Years of the UW–Madison School of Pharmacy Community-based Residency Program! Former residents, preceptors, mentors, and their guests are invited to reconnect and celebrate this incredible milestone.

147th NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition
2025-08-22 - 2025-08-25 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
The National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) General Conference & Exhibition is the Association’s annual business meeting. Army and Air National Guard officers from all 50 states, three territories and the District of Columbia gather to network, set their legislative agenda and hear from America’s civilian and military leaders. Family members, industry representatives and local officials also attend. We hope to see you in Milwaukee this year!

Cream City Convergence 2025
2025-08-30 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.

DropDown Car Show
2025-09-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Baird Center
Drop Down Car Club is one of the newest and fastest-growing car clubs in the state, hosting car shows, meetups and events throughout the Milwaukee area. The closing event of the season is family-friendly, giving the whole family something to look forward to with a good amount of awards, prizes and contests. Vehicles will be entered to win an award judged by selected judges for the class.

3rd Annual Service Pro User Conference
2025-09-08 - 2025-09-10 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Don’t miss out on this awesome, in-person opportunity to learn and network with other Service Pro users! For questions, please visit Service Pro’s website. .

La Causa Celebration 2025
2025-09-11 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Join us on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the Baird Center’s Rooftop Ballroom for an unforgettable evening as we stand together—guardians of hope, protectors of possibilities, and champions of every child’s dreams. Enjoy a live auction, silent auction, and raffle in support of La Causa’s Crisis Nursery & Respite Center, a safe haven for children in times of need.

2025 Brewery Collectibles Club of America (BCCA) CANvention
2025-09-11 - 2025-09-13 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
CANvention is the BCCA’s premier event. It is the largest gathering of breweriana collectors in the world. Collectors attend from around the U.S., Canada, and many other countries. Nearly 1,000 members share several days of trading, buying, selling, socializing, sampling and enjoying the attractions of the host city.

Be the Light 2025
2025-09-12 17:30 - 23:00 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
Sojourner Family Peace Center’s Be the Light gala celebrates survivors of domestic violence while raising crucial funds for their transformative work. This year is particularly meaningful as we celebrate Sojourner’s 50th Anniversary as a pillar of peace in Milwaukee. Be the Light 2025, held on September 12th, will feature a social reception, dinner, live auction, and mission moments showcasing Sojourner’s impact. Donald Driver will serve as Honorary Co-Chair, and the evening will conclude with an Afterglow Celebration, including dessert and dancing with DJ Shawna. Be the Light is both a celebration and a vital fundraiser that supports the 10,000 survivors Sojourner serves annually.

Midwest Arts XPO 2025
2025-09-15 - 2025-09-18 | Baird Center North Building – Main Entrance, 405 W. Kilbourn Ave.
The Midwest Arts XPO (MAX) is an arts conference created by Heartland Performing Arts, Inc., a nonprofit organization since June 28, 2022, which brings together arts professionals to encourage innovation, create educational opportunities, strengthen artist touring relationships, and support arts advocacy throughout the central United States. The organization was founded by agents, artists, and state consortia leaders from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and beyond.

League of Wisconsin Municipalities Annual Conference 2025
2025-09-17 - 2025-09-19 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Join local government officials from across Wisconsin to share experiences and shape the future of our communities. Discover inspiring stories of outstanding public service and gain practical solutions you can use in 2025 and beyond. Leave energized, connected, and equipped with ideas to enhance your local government.

Wisconsin Bridal & Wedding Expo - Fall 2025
2025-09-21 13:30 - 17:00 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
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.

The Nostalgia Con
2025-09-26 - 2025-09-28 | Baird Center
Immerse yourself in a captivating 90s to early 2000s themed event, embracing it with top-notch artists, celebrity guests, vendors and incredible music from that bygone era. Be here for an enchanted respite from the humdrum of everyday life and collectively indulge in an unforgettable experience-filled with nostalgia.

35th Annual Milwaukee Feis
2025-09-27 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
35 years ago we began this feis with a humble 400 dancers. The Milwaukee Feis is now one of the largest, and is the longest running feiseanna in Milwaukee, and we are very proud to be keeping the tradition alive today!

World Oddities Expo
2025-09-27 11:00 - 19:00 | Baird Center South Building – Main Entrance, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.
The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a peculiar paradise where weird thrives! We pride ourselves on being an all inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention. We feature artists, vendors, performers, educators, and guest speakers to create a macabre and magical experience for all!
