15 Things to Do in Milwaukee This Week · November 5–8, 2026

Arts & Culture

Napoleon Dynamite Live! 20th Anniversary Celebration

A full screening of Napoleon Dynamite followed by an interactive show with fan-favorite cast members.

Friday, November 6, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM · The Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells St.

ComedySportz Match (Friday 7:30pm)

An improv comedy match played like a sport, with teams competing in games built from audience suggestions.

Friday, November 6, 2026 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM · ComedySportz Milwaukee, 420 South 1st Street

Joey Avery

Stand-up comedian Joey Avery performs in the Main Room at Milwaukee Improv.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 6:00 PM · Milwaukee Improv, Main Room

Music & Nightlife

El Santo Golpe

Afro-Latin rhythms and dynamic percussion from El Santo Golpe at Latino Arts.

Friday, November 6, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM · Latino Arts, Inc., 1028 S. 9th St.

Trippie Redd: The Non-Disclosure Agreement Tour

Trippie Redd brings his Non-Disclosure Agreement Tour to The Rave, with K Suave, BalloutDaDon, Gigi Holland, and Goldie also on the bill.

Friday, November 6, 2026 8:00 PM · The Rave / Eagles Club

Brother Ali: Midwest Trek '26 w/ DJ Abilities

Brother Ali brings his Midwest Trek tour with DJ Abilities to The Argo.

Friday, November 6, 2026 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM · The Argo

Festivals & Special Events

Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books 2026

The largest book festival in Wisconsin under one roof, with most events free and author and presenter sessions ticketed.

Friday, November 6 – Saturday, November 7, 2026 · Carroll University

19th Annual Autumn Artisan's Fair

The 19th annual Autumn Artisan's Fair on the North Shore calendar.

Saturday, November 7, 2026

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival

Downtown Milwaukee's signature holiday lights festival kicks off and runs through New Year's.

November 19, 2026 – January 1, 2027

Date Night

The Best of Steve Martin and Martin Short

A comedy night from Steve Martin and Martin Short at Miller High Life Theatre, a good pick for a night out together.

Friday, November 13, 2026 8:00 PM · Miller High Life Theatre

Family-Friendly

Xtreme Raptor Day 2026

Annual raptor festival with trail encounters with owls, hawks, falcons, and eagles, plus bird crafts and conservation stations.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM · Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, 1111 East Brown Deer Road, Bayside

Wild Kratts LIVE! 2.0 Activate Creature Power!

A live stage show of Wild Kratts for young fans at Miller High Life Theatre.

Sunday, November 15, 2026 5:00 PM · Miller High Life Theatre

Free Events

La Perla

A free performance by La Perla, mixing gaita, porro, cumbia, merengue dominicano, and beat box.

Friday, November 6, 2026 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM · UWM Music Building, Recital Hall, 2400 E. Kenwood Blvd.

Outdoors & Active

Buena Tierra Run Club 3-Year Anniversary

Buena Tierra Run Club celebrates three years with a special night, with tickets required.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 · Milwaukee, Wisconsin

HOT Yoga-lattes Pop-Up - Mid November

A hot yoga and latte pop-up at Healium Hot Yoga in Bay View.

Sunday, November 15, 2026 7:30 AM · Healium Hot Yoga-Bay View