Milwaukee Meetups List

There are 50 meetups on this week’s list, arriving in 1,232 Milwaukee-area inboxes (click the blue banner above to read in your browser, or visit the MKE Meetups website to view all the meetups on a calendar or map).

Good morning, and an assured, audacious Wednesday to you!

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Okie dokie, here are this week’s meetups:

• November Project MKE / Free / More Info

  • 6:03am / The Calling (Orange Sculpture), 941 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee

  • “What if we told you there was a great way to meet new people and get a great workout all before the work day starts? In-person workouts every Wednesday morning. Meet at “The Calling” sculpture at 6:03am.”

• Stepping Out Walking Club / Free / More Info

  • 10:15am-11:15am / Milwaukee Washington Park Library, 2121 North Sherman Blvd, Milwaukee

  • “Join us for a weekly walk through beautiful Washington Park. Get exercise, enjoy the company of others, and experience the wonders of nature in this sprawling neighborhood park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted.”

• Central Library Walking Club / Free / More Info

  • 10:30am-12:00pm / Milwaukee Central Library, 814 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee

  • “Join us at Central library for a weekly walk. We will meet under the dome of the Central Library and take a two-mile loop through this historic neighborhood. It’s a wonderful opportunity to exercise outdoors and socialize. The club meets rain or shine, and we will use ADA accessible routes. People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing.”

• Tightknit Cactus Fibers Club / Free / More Info

  • 4:00pm / Cactus Club, 2496 S Wentworth Avenue, Milwaukee

  • “Monthly meetup for fibers enthusiasts. All experience levels welcome. All mediums welcome. Bring your own materials and/or projects. Intergenerational free fun.”

• Open Game Night / $3-7 / More Info

  • 5:00pm / Beyond the Board, 17800 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield

  • “Come out tonight if you’ve got nothing going on and make some new friends and find players to play with!”

• RPG Nights / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-10:00pm / Faklandia Brewpub, 3807 S Packard Ave, St. Francis

  • “Every first and third Wednesday, choose from an array of one-shot games, all free (there’s even a car pool). Info on signing up to play or run a game, plus invite to event’s Discord via link.”

• Board Game Club / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-7:00pm / Tabletop Bookshelf, 134 W Pittsburgh Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Let’s grab a game from our games library and play! This is a great opportunity to learn a new game every month, meet fellow tabletop gamers, and try out one of the premium gaming tables in our lounge. Choices are provided at the beginning of each meeting and the group votes on what to play. Walk-ins are welcome, but seats are limited. Sign up to reserve your seat.”

• Social Stitching / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm / Black Husky Brewing, 909 E Locust St, Milwaukee

  • “Bring your knitting, crochet, felting, embroidery, or any portable craft and join us for an evening of stitching, conversation, and community. All fiber arts and skill levels are welcome. Bring a project, start something new, or simply come spend time with fellow makers. R.S.V.P. not required but we’d love to know if you’ll be joining (via link)!”

• Silent Book Club / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm / Cork Wine Bar, 1039 S 5th St, Milwaukee

  • “Bring your current read, grab a drink, and spend some cozy time reading alongside other book lovers. No assigned books. No awkward discussions. Just vibes and pages turning. Silent reading starts at 6:30 with socializing before and after!”

• MKE Fiber Friends / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm / POP, 124 W National Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Bring whatever you’re working on. Any project, any stage. I truly love seeing what everyone is creating and the energy people bring each week.”

• Falcon Game Night / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-11:59pm / Falcon Hall (Falcon Bowl), 801 East Clarke Street, Milwaukee

  • “If you’re into board games, card games, tabletop stuff, or just want to chill with folks who are, Falcon Game Night is your midweek hang. Every (okay, most) Wednesdays we set up shop in Falcon Hall with big tables, cheap drinks, and a low-key vibe that’s perfect for rolling dice, building decks, or figuring out what the hell this game even is. All skill levels welcome. Bring your own games or jump in on someone else’s. Magic, Catan, whatever. It’s casual and it’s all about community.”

• Buena Tierra Run Club / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm / Zócalo Food Park, 636 S 6th St, Milwaukee

  • “Come on out Wednesday for our community run! 3 mile average at any pace. All people, backgrounds, distances, and paces welcome!”

• Rochambo Art Club / Free / More Info

  • 7:00pm-8:30pm / Rochambo Coffee & Tea House, 1317 E Brady St, Milwaukee

  • “Every Wednesday, come create with fellow artists at Rochambo! Bring your art supplies!”

• MKE Artists Nature Draw Day / Free / More Info

  • 12:00pm-3:00pm / Urban Ecology Center - Riverside Park, 500 E Park Pl, Milwaukee

  • “We will be inside the UEC enjoying the wonderful warmth and nature. Bring a sketchbook or anything really!”

• Craft & Chat / Free / More Info

  • 4:00pm-5:00pm / Milwaukee East Library, 2320 North Cramer St, Milwaukee

  • “Bring your craft and hang-out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters together.”

• MKE Grief Group / Free / More Info

  • 5:30pm-8:30pm / Hoyt Park, 1800 N Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa

  • “You don’t have to carry it alone. Come exactly as you are. Listening, sharing, or just sitting quietly are all welcome. DM us with questions (via link) or to RSVP so we know how many seats we need at the table.”

• Purl Jam Fiber Club / Free (suggested donation $5-10) / More Info

  • 6:00pm-9:00pm / The Drawing Room (enter through To Hell and Back artwork), 700 S 5th St, Milwaukee

  • “Join us every 3rd Thursday, 6–9PM at The Drawing Room! Bring your fiber craft (knit, crochet, stitch & more), sip a drink, and hang with fellow makers. All welcome! RSVP via link.”

• West Allis Board Game Night / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-10:00pm / Festival Foods (Food Court), 11111 W Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee

  • “The public is welcome to make new friends and play simple-to-complex board and card games for free in the food court of West Allis’s Festival Foods supermarket!The only requirements are a cooperative attitude, that minors be supervised, and that outside food and drink (other than water) are forbidden, so if you’d like dinner, the deli is open until 8 PM. If you want coffee, Caribou closes at 6 PM. Consider bringing an icebox if you’d like to grocery-shop for perishables and then stay for games (or just leave them in your car during colder months). Details about the types of games played and the WABG Facebook group via link.”

• Pages in the Park Silent Book Club / Free / More Info

  • 6:30pm / Mill Pond Park, W164N9021 Water St, Menomonee Falls

  • “Bring food and drink, a new or current read, and a lawn chair or blanket. No assigned reading, no pressure! Meet early at Epilogue Books to browse our shelves.”

• Riverwest Yak n Yarn / Free / More Info

  • 7:00pm-9:00pm / The Daily Bird, 818 E Center St, Milwaukee

  • “All ages and skill levels welcome. Please bring whatever craft you like, whether it’s knitting, painting, coloring or legos. No RSVP needed; you can come to meetups as often or infrequently as you like, and are welcome to stay for however long you want, whether that’s the whole 2 hours or just a bit to say hi. The Daily Bird opens after hours to host us, with their cafe drink menu available for purchase.”

• Morning Happy Hour Run / Free / More Info

  • 6:00am-7:00am / Humboldt Park (corner of Logan and Idaho), 3000 S Howell Milwaukee

  • “This run is every Friday at 6 am, leaving from the corner of Logan and Idaho for 3-6 mile lakefront run. We try to have 2 pace groups: of approx. 10 and 8 min/miles, depending on who attends. If it’s your first time at this run, ask for James or Jonathan.”

• Rise and Write / Free / More Info

  • 7:00am-8:45am / Amaranth Bakery & Café, 3329 W Lisbon Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Rise and Write is a quick meetup for those who like to get their writing done in the early mornings.” RSVP via the link.”

• Friday Night Fun Run / Free / More Info

  • 5:10pm-6:10pm / Riverside Park (in front of the Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center), 1500 E. Park Place, Milwaukee

  • “Join us for our Friday Night Fun Run! We’ll be running a 3.5mi route around the Upper East Side. This run is all about fun, so following most runs we hang out after - grabbing food/drinks, volleyball, and bowling are all favorites! Runners of all paces and abilities are welcome, most of our runners typically run 9:00 - 11:00/mi pace!”

• Let’s Climb Together / $12-16 / More Info

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm / Adventure Rock MKE, 2220 N Commerce St, Milwaukee

  • “It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned climber or this will be your first time on a wall. There’s a route for anyone of every skill level. When you walk in mention, you are here for the meetup. First-timers who are MeetUp participants enjoy a day pass discount. $12 for a day pass without gear and $16 for a day pass with all the necessary rental equipment. You don’t need to bring anything special to climb, but we recommend gym attire to aid in movement on the wall.” More details at the link.”

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• Saturday Long Run / Free / More Info

  • 8:00am-10:00am / Colectivo Lakefront, 1701 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee

  • “All levels of experience, running a wide variety of different speeds and distances, are usually represented. Feeling anxious? Just show up, we’ll take care of you. If this is your first time ask for Patrick or the OMG host. We’d be happy to answer questions, explain options, and do our best to match you up with someone your speed and distance. Meet on the lawn just north of Colectivo before and after the run. If the weather is nice all are welcome to stay after and share breakfast or a beverage.”

• Saturday Morning Run-Walk / Free / More Info

  • 8:30am / North Point Water Tower, 2288 N Lake Drive, Milwaukee

  • “Weekly run-walk hosted by FEAR (Forget Everything And Run). Walkers and runners of all pace levels are welcome, meet weekly at the North Point Water Tower, 8:45am warm-up and takeoff. Fill out waiver/register via link.”

• Books & Coffee / Free / More Info

  • 10:00am / West Allis Public Library (Constitution Room), 7421 W National Avenue, West Allis

  • “Join us to talk about great fiction over tea and treats. This month we will discuss Lone Women by Victor LaValle.”

• Just Write It On Saturday / Free / More Info

  • 10:00am-1:00pm / Anodyne Coffee, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee

  • “Just Write It On Saturday is a loosely structured meetup where you just show up and write. We’ll talk briefly at the beginning and have a recap at the end, but mostly we’ll just write. RSVPs not required, but appreciated.”

• Good Harvest Silent Book Club / Free / More Info

  • 1:30pm-3:30pm / Good Harvest Market and Hop Harvest & Vine, 2205 Silvernail Rd, Pewaukee

  • “Gather, get food, chat 1:30-2:00pm. Silent reading 2:00-3:00pm. Book discussion 3:00-3:30pm. Everything is optional and no-pressure.”

• LGBTQ+ Game Night / Free / More Info

  • 4:00pm-8:00pm / Milwaukee LGBT Community Center, 161 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

  • “All adults (18+) are welcome to join us for an inclusive, fun and welcoming gaming experience. We will have Game Masters on hand for facilitating a number of games that align well with any level of experience and/or ability. Bring your own games, snacks and beverages. We will be providing games and light refreshments as well. There is no need to RSVP or register, simply show up ready to game! Drop-ins always welcome!”

• Sapphic Social / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-9:00pm / Haven Café, 1201 N Van Buren St, Milwaukee

  • “A night for all lesbians, gay gals, bi-babes, trans goddesses, and sapphic sweeties to hang out, make friends and find community! A chill evening to hang out, meet new people, and enjoy good conversation with fellow queers. RSVP info via link.”

• WI Metro Audubon Society Bird Walk / Free ($5 parking) / More Info

  • 8:00am / Wehr Nature Center (front entrance), 9701 W College Ave, Franklin

  • “Join us on our walk through woodland, prairie and lake habitats on the nature center trails. Depending on weather and bird activity, we typically walk for 1.5 to 2 hours, and cover 1 to 2 miles. It’s not uncommon to see over 40 species in migration seasons! All birding levels are welcome. Mentoring is offered to beginning birders.” More details via the link.”

• Play Catch Tosa / Free / More Info

  • 9:00am-11:00am / Hart Park Baseball Field, 7300 W Chestnut St, Wauwatosa

  • “A casual, all-skill-level group for adults who just want to throw around and have a good time. Football, baseball, frisbee—whatever you want to bring! No fees, no tryouts, no pressure. Just good people throwing stuff.”

• Chess at The Shop / Free / More Info

  • 9:00am-2:00pm / Colectivo Coffee, 2999 N Humboldt Blvd, Milwaukee

  • “Everybody is welcome from absolute beginners to seasoned players! Bring a set, come through sit down, sip some coffee, and play a game of Chess!”

• Girls Who Walk / Free / More Info

  • 10:00am / South Shore Park, 2900 S Shore Dr, Milwaukee

  • “Walks are always free and open to all, specific walk details posted on Instagram account (via link) a few days before!”

• Late Morning Shorewood Run / Free / More Info

  • 10:00am-11:00am / Corner Bakery Cafe, 1305 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood

  • “This meetup is great for folks of all paces from Speedy McSpeedies to walkers and everything in between, including plenty of folks like your host who enjoy an 11- to 13-minute pace. The tone is relaxed as we all put in a chill 2 to 4 miles on the Oak Leaf Trail. We’ll meet up behind the Corner Bakery at Capitol and Wilson in Shorewood, which is also a good place for coffee and eats afterward for those so inclined.”

• Dance Joy / Free / More Info

  • 11:00am-12:30pm / Kern Park, 3614 N Humboldt Blvd, Milwaukee

  • “Every Sunday at Kern Park, rain or shine, by the tennis courts. Unplug and move to the music! Come one, come all - free & fun, no phones and yes community!”

• Just Write It On Sunday / Free / More Info

  • 12:00pm-3:00pm / Anodyne Coffee, 224 W Bruce St, Milwaukee

  • “Just Write It On Sunday is a loosely structured meetup where you just show up and write. We’ll chit chat in the beginning and break for a chat in the end, but mostly we’ll just write. RSVPs not required, but appreciated.”

• Sunday Reading Group / Free / More Info

  • 1:00pm-2:00pm / Kuumba Juice & Coffeehouse, 274 E Keefe Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Spend an hour reading with other human beings in companionable silence. Show up a little early and/or stay after to meet some new people and chat about books (and all sorts of other things).”

• Women’s Climbing Meetup / $15 / More Info

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm / Adventure Rock, 2220 N Commerce St, Milwaukee

  • “The Women’s Climbing Meetup seeks to foster an empowering community for female-identifying climbers at the gym. This is an inclusive space to climb, train and learn together! Anyone who identifies as a woman is encouraged to attend. This meet-up will include women of all nationalities, backgrounds, identities, sizes, orientations, and climbing levels. Register through the events page on our website.”

• Art For All / Free / More Info

  • 5:30pm-7:30pm / Milwaukee East Library, 2320 North Cramer Street, Milwaukee

  • “Bring your own art supplies and feel free to join me for art making of ANY kind (paint, crayon, ink, pencil, collaging, digital, fiber, etc.) at the Milwaukee Public Library East Branch. Bring your own coffee and snacks if you’d like. Do you have to stay for the full time? Absolutely not! Can you? Of course! Also feel free to show up late if you need to — people often arrive at various times. Please note that these meetups are for adults only!”

• Knot Just Knitting / Free / More Info

  • 5:30pm-6:30pm / Milwaukee Good Hope Library (Fireplace), 7715 Good Hope Rd, Milwaukee

  • “Knit, crochet, embroider, tat, sew, mend or work on other fiber-related projects in community. Beginners and Experts welcome! The group meets twice monthly, from 5:30-6:30 on the second and fourth Monday of each month. Start a new project or bring one in progress and come work on it in community. Some supplies on hand for new knitters (basic knowledge is assumed), but feel free to bring your own if you have them.”

• Silent Book Club / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm / MobCraft, 505 S 5th St, Milwaukee

  • “Bring your current read, grab a drink, and spend some cozy time reading alongside other book lovers. No assigned books. No awkward discussions. Just vibes and pages turning.”

• Rochambo Writing Club / Free / More Info

  • 7:00pm-8:30pm / Rochambo Coffee & Tea House (Second floor), 1317 E Brady St, Milwaukee

  • “Do you like writing? Socializing? Getting a taste of something new? In that case we’d like to introduce……our writing club! One of our baristas, Caleb, is hosting this every Monday here at Rochambo on the second floor! We hope to see you there! No RSVP necessary.”

• Tuesday Wake Up Run / Free / More Info

  • 5:15am-6:00am / Colectivo Lakefront, 1701 N Lincoln Memorial Dr, Milwaukee

  • “Join us on Tuesday mornings starting at Colectivo at the Lakefront for a three to five mile run on the well lite paths along Lincoln Memorial Drive. Paces are anywhere from 9:00 to 12:00 minutes per mile - something for everyone. Beginners are welcome! New to running? Ask for Dia and we’ll get you started.”

• Babbling Babes Farmer’s Market Mom Walk / Free / More Info

  • 9:00am-10:00am / Thiensville Village Park (Farmer’s Market), 250 Elm St, Thiensville

  • “We’ll meet at 9:00 AM at the large band stage before heading out for a relaxed, stroller-friendly walk through beautiful Village Park and along the paved river path. Afterward, stay and explore one of the most beloved farmers markets in southeastern Wisconsin. Whether you’re local or making the drive from elsewhere in the Milwaukee area, this market is absolutely worth the trip. RSVP via link.”

• Bad Moon Craft Night / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm / Bad Moon Saloon, 4035 S Clement Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Bring your craft projects, skills, extra supplies (if you want to share), or just your curiosity to learn something new! Roll up every other Tuesday at 6pm or later with your crafts, and your second round of drinks is on us!”

• Boardwalkee Gaming / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-10:00pm / Haven Cafe, 1201 N Van Buren St, Milwaukee

  • “Boardwaukee is a community-based group for gamers interested in tabletop and board games, open to anyone. We meet every other week at a different location in the Milwaukee area.”

• Fourth Tuesdays Blood On the Clocktower / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-9:00pm / Milwaukee Brewing, 2335 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee

  • “Blood on the Clocktower is “a social game played in-person, seated in a circle, where each player receives either a ‘good’ or ‘evil’ token with their unique character on it.” Newcomers wanted! The game is super approachable; if you’ve played Werewolf or Mafia, you’re halfway there. However unlike in those classics, “death is just the beginning” so you stay engaged and participating to the very end. We start every night with a quick tutorial, and all games feature a storyteller who is always available to answer questions and helps keep the game balanced and fun while it inevitably careens towards its dramatic conclusion. (Free Discord account required to view link.)”

• Tuesday Night Ride / Free / More Info

  • 6:00pm-9:00pm / Last Rites, 625 S 6th St, Milwaukee

  • “Start point is at Last Rites. Meet and pre-ride social starting at 6pm. Roll out at 6:30pm prompt. Always slow roll around 10mph. Never drop riders for pace. Never cancel for weather. Bring lights!” Map of tentative route and weekly schedule via link.”

It’s going to be a great week, you’ve got this!