PBS Wisconsin Events

Please join us for one of our upcoming events sponsored by PBS Wisconsin and our friends at Wisconsin Public Radio.

Graphic promoting “Estate Planning Essentials,” a free live seminar on March 26, 2026, in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. Text reads “Secure Your Seat Today!” with PBS Wisconsin and Wisconsin Public Radio logos over a blue background with illustrated trees and clouds.
ESTATE PLANNING IN STEVENS POINT

Thu, Mar 26, 2026 at 11:00 am

Planning for What Matters: Legal & Financial Guidance for Wisconsin Families

Join an in-person seminar in Stevens Point: "Planning for What Matters: Legal & Financial Guidance for Wisconsin Families." Attorney Nicholas Abts will share practical guidance on estate planning, financial preparedness and protecting what matters most.

Poster for a WPR Pint-Sized Concert featuring Parlor Lights on Sunday, March 29 at 2 p.m. at 3 Sheeps Brewing in Sheboygan, with an illustration of a pint glass filled with musical notes.
PINT-SIZED CONCERT IN SHEBOYGAN

Sun, Mar 29, 2026 at 2:00 pm

Pint-Sized Concert with Parlor Lights at 3 Sheeps Brewing in Sheboygan

Wisconsin Public Radio is taking classical music out of the concert hall and bringing it to a brewery near you! Join us at 3 Sheeps Brewing in Sheboygan for a pop-up concert by Parlor Lights.

Split-screen image with a black-and-white photo of a woman, Lorine Niedecker, in glasses and plaid dress on the left, and a color photo of a man, Nicholas Gulig, in a cap and plaid shirt typing on the right. Across the center is a red textured banner with the words “Welcome Poets” in white text.
'WELCOME POETS' IN STEVENS POINT

Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 11:30 am

Poetry: A Celebration in Stevens Point

Watch PBS Wisconsin's "Welcome Poets," hear from former Wisconsin Poet Laureate Nicholas Gulig, and enjoy open mic poetry in Stevens Point!

Promotional graphic for “An Evening with Norman Gilliland,” Wednesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. at Anodyne Coffee Roastery in Walker’s Point, presented by Wisconsin Public Radio.
JOIN US IN MILWAUKEE!

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 at 7:00 pm

An Evening with Norman Gilliland in Milwaukee

As longtime WPR host Norman Gilliland prepares to retire in June, join us in celebrating his prestigious career on April 15 at 7 p.m. at Anodyne Coffee Roasters in Walker's Point.

Promotional graphic for “An Evening with Larry Meiller,” Tuesday, April 21 at 7 p.m., The Pablo Center in Eau Claire, featuring a smiling portrait of Larry Meiller and the Wisconsin Public Radio logo.
JOIN LARRY MEILLER IN EAU CLAIRE!

Tue, Apr 21, 2026 at 7:00 pm

An Evening with Larry Meiller in Eau Claire

Join WPR for a special community gathering in Eau Claire celebrating host Larry Meiller on his incredible journey.

Promotional graphic for "Badgers on Tap with Rob Mentzer" featuring a close-up photo of a frothy beer glass in the background. Bold red text reads "BADGERS ON TAP" alongside an illustrated beer tap icon. Below, dark teal text announces "Wisconsin IceCube Particle Astrophysics Center Night!" Logos for Delta Beer Lab and Wisconsin Public Radio appear at the bottom.
BADGERS ON TAP IN FITCHBURG

Thu, Apr 23, 2026 at 6:30 pm

Badgers on Tap with Rob Mentzer

Rob Mentzer from WPR will emcee a "Badgers on Tap" event at Delta Beer Lab in Fitchburg, Wis. Come hear from graduate students and a postdoctoral researchers as they discuss experiments at WIPAC! Play trivia, bingo, try fun drinks and win prizes!

Promotional graphic for “An Afternoon with Norman Gilliland,” April 26 at 2 p.m. at Lawrence Memorial Chapel in Appleton, with portrait of Norman Gilliland and Wisconsin Public Radio logo.
NORMAN GILLILAND IN APPLETON

Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 2:00 pm

An Afternoon with Norman Gilliland in Appleton

As he prepares to retire in June, join us as we celebrate the career of WPR host Norman Gilliland at the Lawrence Memorial Chapel in Appleton.

PBS Wisconsin Auction banner with text ‘PBS Wisconsin Auction June 1–10. CLICK! BID! WIN!’ and a blue Wisconsin state icon.
CLICK! BID! WIN! JUN 1-10

Mon, Jun 1, 2026 at 7:00 am

PBS Wisconsin Online Auction June 1-10, 2026

Join the excitement of PBS Wisconsin’s 51st Annual Online Auction, June 1–10! Bid on your favorite items and help support PBS Wisconsin’s educational programs and community outreach initiatives.

People with gradients of color over their faces with the text "America at 250: Educator Summit" over it all.
August 5-6, 2026

Wed, Aug 5, 2026 at 2:00 pm

America at 250 Educator Summit

July 2026 will mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. As educators and learners prepare for a new school year following this milestone, PBS Wisconsin Education and other statewide educational partners are convening a 1.5 day summit for 3rd-12th grade educators who teach civics and history.