<body><div><p>From musical performances to delight every taste, to festivals celebrating Milwaukee’s Public Market and worldwide tattoo culture, to the chance to go behind the scenes of Waukesha businesses, performance spaces, places of worship and more, here’s what’s on our radar Oct. 9-11.</p><h2>Friday, Oct. 9</h2><h2>Beats &amp; Baile: A Salsa Social</h2><p>Get ready for an evening filled with dancing, connection, and nonstop celebration, as Latino Arts and United Community Center host a memorable night of dancing and socializing with a distinctly Latin beat. The party begins at 7 p.m. with a dance lesson led by Betsy Guerrero, owner of Mezclando Dance Co. Then the night heats up with the mastery of DJ Saffiro. Saffiro’s unique style combines the rich traditions of Latin music with a modern club atmosphere, resulting in an experience that is entertaining, energetic and welcoming for people of all dance levels. A pre-dancing dinner and salsa social is also available.</p><h2>Ghostbusters in Concert</h2><p>Who ya gonna call … to join you at the Marcus Center for Performing Arts as the beloved and silly scare fest from 1984 is presented on a giant HD cinema screen, fully synced to a live orchestra performing Oscar-winning composer Elmer Bernstein’s spinetingling score. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. in MPAC’s Uihlein Hall.</p><h2>Made in America: Korngold &amp; Rachmaninoff</h2><p>MSO Associate Conductor Ryan Tani takes the podium at the Bradley Symphony Center for a charismatic program beginning with <i>Medea’s Dance of Vengeance</i>, a passionate work from Samuel Barber’s ballet about the murderous Medea. Rachmaninoff's <i>Symphonic Dances</i> also began as ballet music, but evolved into the composer’s most important symphonic work, full of ghostly waltzes, jazzy inflections, and more. Violinist Julian Rhee, winner of the 2024 Avery Fisher Career Grant, will also perform Korngold’s violin concerto. The composer is best remembered for his many Hollywood film scores, and this concerto draws material from his lushest cinematic themes.</p><h2>Pride United Homecoming</h2><p>In its fourth year of hosting this celebration, United Way of Greater Milwaukee &amp; Waukesha County’s Pride United is thrilled to bring LGBTQ+ adults and allies together to create — or recreate — joyful memories with Pride United Homecoming! Come to the Milwaukee Historical Society to enjoy delightful treats from incredible vendors, raffle prizes, the crowning of the Homecoming Court, and great music from 2026 Milwaukee Pride Parade Grand Marshal Tempestt Ballenger, also known as DJ Femme Noir! All proceeds go to United Way's Safe &amp; Stable Homes Key Initiative, which helps families and individuals stay in their homes by offering legal aid, tenant/landlord mediation, flexible financial assistance, and wraparound case-management services.</p><h2>Saturday, Oct. 10</h2><h2>Milwaukee Public Market Harvest Festival</h2><p>Held each year in celebration of the Market’s anniversary, Harvest Festival is a celebration of the residents and visitors who support the market year after year. Come down to Riverwalk Commons for an afternoon of live music, fall activities, local food and drinks, shopping and plenty of family-friendly fun. The forecast is perfect and the festival is free and open to everyone, so mark your calendar now.</p><h2>Germantown World Culture Fest</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=44zsvR_1Ftb5UN300" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=44zsvR_1Ftb5UN300" width="800" height="473" ></figure><p>Bring your family to the Germantown PAC for an afternoon of multicultural celebration! This free, family-friendly event features interactive games with great prizes, arts and crafts, and special performances by local music and dance groups. Food trucks will be located near the entrance to fuel the fun. This year’s fest features Ko-Thi Dance Company, who will host an African Drum Circle!</p><h2>Bad Medicine: A Tribute to Bon Jovi and the ’80s</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=40h21V_1Ftb5UN300" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=40h21V_1Ftb5UN300" width="576" height="432" ></figure><p>Bad Medicine is dedicated to reviving the electrifying sound and unforgettable spirit of 1980s rock. The band’s mission is not only to reconnect audiences with the music that defined a generation, but also to introduce a new generation to the energy, excitement, and pure fun of that iconic era. Renowned for delivering the music of Bon Jovi with exceptional authenticity, Bad Medicine goes far beyond a tribute act. Their dynamic setlist also features powerhouse hits from legendary artists such as Def Leppard, Poison, Mötley Crüe, Van Halen, and Tesla, so keep the faith and run away to Oak Creek Performing Arts and Education Center for a night of great music and great memories.</p><h2>Sunday, Oct. 11</h2><h2>Villain Arts Tattoo Arts Festival - Milwaukee</h2><p>Ink aficionados will want to head down to the Baird Center this weekend as Villain Arts brings the world’s largest tattoo festival to Milwaukee.The all-ages festival<b>,</b> which runs Oct. 9-11, is a celebration of tattoo culture, bringing together world-class tattoo artists (including some <i>Ink Master</i> favorites, plus entertainment, shopping, tattoo contests and more.</p><h2>Waukesha Unlocked</h2><p>During this event, held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., residents and visitors have the rare opportunity to tour businesses, organizations, churches, and city buildings — many of which are usually closed to the public — to host tours, and invite participants to enjoy special activities, learn and explore! Over 80 different opportunities are available to see “behind the scenes” throughout Waukesha, including the historic Andrew Frame House, Aries Industries, Husco International, Alloy Products, and many more, plus historical walking tours of Cutler Park and a public art tour.</p></div></body>

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