Community Calendar

Rev up your Thursday nights at the Harley-Davidson Museum! From 5 PM to 9 PM, all bikes and all people come together for an epic evening of free live music featuring Milwaukee’s favorite bands. Soak in the sights of stunning bikes, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and connect with a vibrant community of riders and non-riders alike. Whether you’re rolling in on two wheels or just there for the thrill, this weekly celebration has something for everyone. Let’s ride!

Full lineup coming soon!

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Nefesh Mountain

The New York based Progressive Americana group Nefesh Mountain Band has been hailed as one of the formative boundary-pushing ensembles in roots music. The band's creators and dynamic husband and wife team of Eric Lindberg and Doni Zasloff have created a world and sound all their own; blurring the lines between Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Jazz and Blues with a masterful hand as songwriters, instrumentalists and composers alike. The band, declared “A Powerhouse Unit” by Rolling Stone and "Introspective lyrics and world class musicianship” by American Songwriter, takes the listener on a deeply personal journey that embodies their own wild nature and unbridled free spirits, bridging compositional prowess and prolific songwriting with deft instrumentals and jams.

Breaking And Entering is proud to present Milwaukee’s premier beat battle tournament, Big Beat MKE. Sixteen producers will compete in a head-to-head battle tournament over the course of eight weeks. One lucky producer will be taking home a huge prize pack, as well as the honor of being dubbed the winner of the Big Beat MKE Tournament.

During a battle, two producers will go head to head for three one minute rounds, alternating beats for the judges and the crowd to hear. If the crowd demands it, one optional overtime round will be contested. Judges will pick the winner based on style, overall sound quality, and crowd reaction.

This event is free to everyone 21+! Each night will also feature performances from two Milwaukee hip hop acts.

We’re excited to have Maifest, the traditional German celebration of spring, return to Germantown in 2025! Our 2025 celebration will be held at Firemen’s Park, W162 N11900 Park Ave., Germantown, WI on May 16, 17, & 18.

This community celebration opens at 5 p.m. Friday night with German music by The Wunder-Bars and delicious food, including a fish fry. Bella Cain, the hottest “Top 40 Country Group” will be taking the stage at 8 p.m. to heat up the night.

Saturday the celebration continues 11 a.m. to midnight with a large variety of food, German beer, music, dancing, a Sheepshead tournament, and Puzzles and Pints competitions. Our Saturday opening ceremonies begin at 11:30 a.m. and feature our Maifest Burgermeister, crowning of our Maifest Queen, the DANK Choir, and the DANK Dancers performing the traditional Maipole dance. A Sheepshead tournament runs from Noon to 5 p.m., music by Ed Wagner’s Lustige Blaskapelle at Noon, the Biermen at 5 p.m. and The Toys from 8 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

The celebration will continue Sunday from Noon to 8 p.m. with dancing by the Pommersche Tanzdeel Freistadt dancers, Puzzles and Pints competitions, and music by Edelweiss and the Kenny Brandt Band.
The weekend will be full of fun and Gemütlichkeit for people of all ages. More information regarding the event can be found at http://maifestgermantown.org/
The event is family-friendly and free to attend during the day. Both Friday and Saturday, beginning at 6:00 p.m., a $10 cover charge will be collected.

Maifest is sponsored by the Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit foundation. The Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation was founded in 1988. All members of the Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation are volunteers. All proceeds from this annual Maifest celebration are invested back into the community to various charitable events and organizations.

Javier Santiago - piano & trumpet
Corey Fonville - drums
Zach Brown - bass

Los Angeles based pianist and composer Javier Santiago is one of the most promising voices in the international music scene today. As an accomplished educator, arranger, and producer/beatmaker, Santiago has become a notable force in both the beat and hip-hop scenes as well as in the jazz world.

The Minneapolis-born Santiago was exposed to a myriad of great music and talented musicians in his early years. Taking his inspiration and career endeavors to the next level, he furthered his path by relocating to New York City to attend The New School for Jazz & Contemporary Music, then later moved out West, first to the Bay Area in 2017, and then to Los Angeles in 2021, which remains his home base. Santiago is an alumnus of the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance at UCLA and The Brubeck Institute Fellowship Program. He was a finalist in the American Jazz Pianist competition in 2015, a recipient of the 2016 McKnight Fellowship for Musicians, and was selected to participate in the 14th Annual Betty Carter Jazz Ahead program in 2011.

Javier Santiago has had the distinguished opportunity to play with many celebrated musicians on today’s jazz scene including Herbie Hancock, Terrace Martin, Louis Cole, Alex Isley, Jonathan Kreisberg, Azar Lawrence, Theo Croker, Kenneth Whalum, Aja Monet, John Raymond, Sheila Jordan, and Yosvany Terry.

We're kicking off summer with a matinee at Faklandia Brewing on Saturday, May 17th! Join us for sets from Cozy Danger, Oh Geeez, Not Again, Adam Blackwood and Fairy Astronaut!
This show starts at 3 PM!

Cozy Danger
https://cozydanger.bandcamp.com/

Oh Geeez, Not Again
https://ohgeeeznotagain.bandcamp.com/

Adam Blackwood
https://adamblackwood.bandcamp.com/

Fairy Astronaut
https://fairyastronaut.bandcamp.com/

We’re excited to have Maifest, the traditional German celebration of spring, return to Germantown in 2025! Our 2025 celebration will be held at Firemen’s Park, W162 N11900 Park Ave., Germantown, WI on May 16, 17, & 18.

This community celebration opens at 5 p.m. Friday night with German music by The Wunder-Bars and delicious food, including a fish fry. Bella Cain, the hottest “Top 40 Country Group” will be taking the stage at 8 p.m. to heat up the night.

Saturday the celebration continues 11 a.m. to midnight with a large variety of food, German beer, music, dancing, a Sheepshead tournament, and Puzzles and Pints competitions. Our Saturday opening ceremonies begin at 11:30 a.m. and feature our Maifest Burgermeister, crowning of our Maifest Queen, the DANK Choir, and the DANK Dancers performing the traditional Maipole dance. A Sheepshead tournament runs from Noon to 5 p.m., music by Ed Wagner’s Lustige Blaskapelle at Noon, the Biermen at 5 p.m. and The Toys from 8 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

The celebration will continue Sunday from Noon to 8 p.m. with dancing by the Pommersche Tanzdeel Freistadt dancers, Puzzles and Pints competitions, and music by Edelweiss and the Kenny Brandt Band.
The weekend will be full of fun and Gemütlichkeit for people of all ages. More information regarding the event can be found at http://maifestgermantown.org/
The event is family-friendly and free to attend during the day. Both Friday and Saturday, beginning at 6:00 p.m., a $10 cover charge will be collected.

Maifest is sponsored by the Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit foundation. The Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation was founded in 1988. All members of the Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation are volunteers. All proceeds from this annual Maifest celebration are invested back into the community to various charitable events and organizations.

The Milwaukee Jazz Institute will host a special performance showcasing Silk, the upcoming album by the vocalist and composer Sofijazz / Sofija Knezevic. Known for her soulful voice and innovative approach to music, Sofijazz blends original jazz compositions with fresh interpretations of melodies dating back to the 14th century. The title Silk reflects the album’s elegant fusion of complexity and smoothness—like the fabric itself, her music intricately weaves together past and present. With an incredible ensemble of musicians, Sofijazz brings her unique vision to life, creating a sound that is both timeless and transformative. This performance promises to be an unforgettable journey through sound, where jazz meets history, and Sofijazz’s exceptional artistry shines through.

The Band:

Sofija Knezevic - vocals
Elliot Mason - trombone
Mark Davis - piano
Jeff Hamann - bass
Dave Bayles - drums

Seating is limited. Get your tickets today!

Under the direction of Thomas Halverson, the Cantare Chorale is returning to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton this May with a variety of music both sacred and secular. Some classical, a few spirituals, and music from Broadway featuring a medley from the Phantom of the Opera will make for an enjoyable afternoon of song!

Tickets are available from Cantare Chorale members, or through www.cantarechorale.org or Seton’s church office. Cash or checks only.

Founded in 1980, Cantare Chorale is a community choir in Milwaukee, Wisconsin dedicated to providing a fun, supportive and creative outlet for adults interested in pursuing a high-quality, non-professional, choral singing experience.

Cantare Chorale -- An Afternoon of Song

May 18, 2025

3:00 pm at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 12700 W. Howard Ave, New Berlin

Under the direction of Thomas Halverson, the Cantare Chorale is returning to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton this May with a variety of music both sacred and secular. Some classical, a few spirituals, and music from Broadway featuring a medley from the Phantom of the Opera will make for an enjoyable afternoon of song!

Tickets: $10 advance / $15 at the door
Tickets are available from Cantare Chorale members or through www.cantarechorale.org or Seton’s church office. Cash or checks only.

Founded in 1980, Cantare Chorale is a community choir in Milwaukee, Wisconsin dedicated to providing a fun, supportive and creative outlet for adults interested in pursuing a high-quality, non-professional, choral singing experience.