It’s time to LEAP into March! We can already feel the warmer spring weather opening up new adventure opportunities. Here are our top picks for the weekend:
10001 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53226
Saturday, March 2, 2024, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Admission: FREE (parking and special attraction fees still apply)
March to the Zoo on this special day when all guests are admitted FREE! (Parking and regular attraction fees still apply.) Be sure to check out the elephants, and visit the Small Mammals Building to see the young prehensile-tailed porcupine, Guillermo. Now about 8 months old, he explores his habitat, with many enrichment items to keep him engaged and active.
Family Free Day at Milwaukee County Zoo >>
2. Girls & STEM Events
Girls & STEM at Discovery World
500 North Harbor, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Sunday, March 3, 2024, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Adults $24; Children / Seniors $20; Students / Military / Veterans $18; 2 and Under FREE
At this event included with general admission, girls can have real-life interactions and conversations with female role models in STEM fields. More than 20 exhibitors and organizations that will provide hands-on activities and demonstrations.
Women and Girls in Science at the Mitchell Park Domes
Greenhouse #7 (adjacent to the Domes), 544 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53204
Sunday, March 3, 2024, 1-4 p.m.
Admission: $5
In partnership with the Wehr Nature Center, the Domes are kicking off Women’s History Month with this event that celebrates the work of women pioneers in S.T.E.A.M (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). Participate in science activities and connect with women working in these professions in our community. Recommended for 10 years and up.
3. Theater Performances
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical (First Stage)
Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Performing Arts Center, 929 N. Water St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Friday, March 1, 2024, 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 2, 2024, 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 3, 2024, 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Admission: $16.50-$33.50
As a son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson has newly discovered powers he can’t control, monsters on his trail, and is on a quest to find Zeus’ lightning bolt to prevent a war between the Greek gods. Featuring a thrilling original rock score, this musical adaptation of the New York Times bestseller is an action-packed, mythical adventure for Percy fans of all ages!
Finding Nemo Junior (Brookfield Elementary Players)
Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 3270 Mitchell Park Dr., Brookfield, WI 53045
Friday, March 1, 2024, 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 2, 2024, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Admission: $11.50
Marlin, and anxious and overprotective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure.
615 E. Brady St., Milwaukee, WI 53202
Sunday, March 3, 2024, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Admission: FREE
Bring the whole family to Up-Down Milwaukee, an arcade featuring more than 60 arcade games from the ‘80s and ‘90s, pinball machines, three classic skee-ball alleys, Nintendo 64 console gaming, and an array of outdoor patio activities. All games cost just 25 cents.
UWM Panther Arena, 400 W. Kilbourn Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203
Sunday, March 3, 2024, 3-6 p.m.
Admission: $7-$53
The Milwaukee Admirals have been winning a lot of their games lately. What better time to celebrate the birthday of their mascot, Roscoe? Roscoe’s Crew Members will receive a FREE ticket to the game, and his mascot friends will also be in attendance to snap some photos with fans!
It’s also the Admirals’ annual charity game, where tickets are as low as $7, and $3 from all tickets sold is donated back to Children’s Wisconsin.
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