PBS Wisconsin Events

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

Promotional graphic for Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Wisconsin Music Trivia” event. Text reads: “WPR Presents Wisconsin Music Trivia, Wednesday, Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m., 608 Brewing in La Crosse.” The background features colorful overlapping piano keys and sheet music illustrations in red, teal, yellow, pink, and brown.
TRIVIA WITH WPR IN LA CROSSE

Wed, Dec 3, 2025 at 6:30 pm

Wisconsin Music Trivia at 608 Brewing in La Crosse

Think you know Wisconsin music? Test your skills at Wisconsin Music Trivia with WPR. Join WPR staff for a night filled with trivia, music and prizes. Bring your friends and show off your Wisconsin pride!

Promotional graphic for WPR’s “Pint-Sized Concerts at the Milwaukee Art Museum.” The left side shows bold white text on a red background with logos for the Milwaukee Art Museum and Wisconsin Public Radio. On the right, an illustrated hand holds a dark pint glass filled with musical notes.
PINT-SIZED CLASSICAL MUSIC!

Thu, Dec 4, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Pint-Sized Concert with Peter Thomas at the Milwaukee Art Museum

Join WPR for live classical music by Peter Thomas at the Milwaukee Art Museum! Enjoy an evening of timeless classics, reimagined pop favorites, and great company amidst the Museum’s iconic architecture, as part of Thursday Nights at MAM.

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LIVE RECORDING

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 at 10:00 am

University Place Recording: “Why Do Birds Sing?”

PBS Wisconsin's University Place will be recording "Why Do Birds Sing?," a presentation by Lauren Riters, a professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at UW-Madison. This free event is hosted by Badger Talks and the Monona Senior Center. Register by calling 608-222-3415.

Event graphic featuring the headline “Make an Ornament with WPR and the CWSO” and subtext about before-concert and intermission activities. On the right, a close-up photo shows rolled sheet-music ornaments tied with green and red ribbon, one topped with a Wisconsin Public Radio pin and small white flowers.
MAKE AN ORNAMENT!

Sat, Dec 13, 2025 at 6:30 pm

Make an Ornament with WPR and the CWSO

Join WPR before the Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra's “A Danny Mitchell Holiday” concert in Stevens Point, December 13 and 14, for a fun ornament-making project. The event will take place before both CWSO concerts. Registration is not required.

Overhead view of shoppers browsing colorful plants and garden supplies at an indoor expo.
FEBRUARY 13, 14 & 15

Fri, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:00 pm

Garden & Green Living Expo 2026

Connect with seasoned gardeners and environmental enthusiasts at this vibrant three-day celebration — Feb. 13-15, 2026 — of gardening, landscaping, local food culture and ecological responsibility! All proceeds support PBS Wisconsin.

A promotional graphic split into two sections. On the left, a blue background features stylized grape-leaf illustrations and the text “Wine Tasting with Rick Steves.” On the right, a smiling older man with light hair holds up a glass of red wine in a warmly lit kitchen.
VIRTUAL WINE TASTING

Thu, Feb 26, 2026 at 7:00 pm

Virtual Wine Tasting with Rick Steves

Join renowned world traveler Rick Steves for a flight of European wines! Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or just starting your journey, you won't want to miss this unforgettable evening of wine education. Learn more and purchase tickets at pbswisconsin.org/ricksteves.