
"Free America" Walkout rally in Madison, WI (Henry Teckam)
Your weekly guide to Wisconsin political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, Feb. 6 through Thursday, Feb. 12
Want to get involved this week? Show up for ICE Out rallies, community gatherings centered on election engagement and reproductive justice, the data center public hearing, actions to protect gender-affirming care, and volunteer opportunities across our communities.
Here’s our weekly round-up of upcoming events and actions:
Friday [Feb 6]
Winnebago County Democrats: Drinks with Dems in Stoughton, (Stoughton, 5:30-7 p.m.)
Connect with like-minded neighbors around like-minded 2026 opportunities in Wisconsin
Indivisible rallies and protests:
Voices in Solidarity, (Viroqua, 3-4 p.m.)
Chippewa Valley Indivisible-Weekly Overpass Visibility Brigade, (Eau Claire, 3-4 p.m.)
Stand Up For Our Country, (Montello, 3:30-4:30 p.m.)
Indivisible Portage-Stand With Minnesota, (Portage, 4-5 p.m.)
Saturday [Feb 7]
Winnebago County Democrats: Coffee & Conversations, (Oshkosh, 10:00 a.m.-12 p.m.)
Do you feel overwhelmed by the political environment and not sure what to do? Join to learn more about how you can get involved locally!
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: Black Organizing Program (BOP) Retreat, (Milwaukee, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.)
The Black Organizing Program (BOP) invites community members, allies, and partners to participate in a retreat grounded in connection, learning, and collective care, with a focus on reproductive justice and community-led change.
Iowa County Democrats: Charity Potluck, (Ridgeway, 12:00-1 p.m.)
The potluck will benefit two local charities, the Bona Dea Project and the Ridgeway Volunteer Library. The potluck will serve chili (both meat and vegetarian), pulled pork sliders, cornbread, chocolate brownies and a hot drink. Suggested donation is $10.
Indivisible rallies and protests:
Weekly Power to the People Protest, (Greenfield, 10-11:30 a.m.)
ICE Out Now! Weekly! Weekly Rally, (Janesville, 10-11 a.m.)
Stand Up! Speak Out! Rally, (Beaver Dam, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.)
Sun Prairie Peaceful Protests, (Sun Prairie, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.)
ICE Out for Good Rally, (New Richmond, 12-1 p.m.)
ICE Out: Solidarity With Minnesota, (Rhinelander, 12-1 p.m.)
Winter Walks for Democracy, (New London, 12-1:30 p.m.)
The Resistance Protests, (Oshkosh, 12-3 p.m.)
Sunday [Feb 8]
Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance: Faith, Unity and Community Gathering Featuring Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, (Milwaukee, 2:30-4:30 p.m.)
Join community leaders from across Wisconsin in unity and solidarity, standing with the people of Minnesota against intimidation and violence, featuring Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.
Tuesday [Feb 10]
350 Wisconsin: Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) Virtual Public Hearings, (Virtual, 1-6 p.m.)
The Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) is deciding how much data centers in We Energies and WPS territory will pay for electricity and infrastructure. Take action by joining the virtual public hearing on February 10 or submitting written comments by February 17.
Juneau County Democrats: At The Table, (New Lisbon, 6-8 p.m.)
Enjoy good food and company while having meaningful conversations about current issues.
Fitchburg Progress: Volunteer Fair, (Fitchburg, 6:30-7:30 p.m.)
Learn how to support election work.
Wednesday [Feb 11]
Winnebago County Democrats: Spaghetti Dinner with Kelda Roys and David Crowleym, (Oshkosh, 5-6:30 p.m.)
Join the dinner with guest speakers, Gubernatorial Candidates David Crowley and Kelda Roys. The dinner will serve spaghetti, meatballs, salad, and a breadstick. Suggested donations are $10 for adults and $5 for kids 10 and older.
Wisconsin Public Education Network: Referenda Basics-Building a Winning Team to Support Local Schools, (Virtual, 6:30-8 p.m.)
This session will cover how to build a referenda team and the basics of building a winning campaign.
Thursday [Feb 12]
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: Black Organizing Program (BOP) Informational Session, (Virtual, 5-7 p.m.)
Learn more about the Black Organizing Program (BOP) and how you can get involved in building power through education, advocacy, and community care across Wisconsin.
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: Protect the Dolls!, (Virtual, 7-8 p.m.)
Learn more about gender affirming care, receive state and federal level updates, and learn how you can fight back against attacks on gender affirming care.
Madison Area Reinforcement Corp: Cocktails and Competitive Campaigns, (Madison, 6-8 p.m.)
Join Dane County residents in learning how to flip competitive assembly and congressional districts from red to blue.
Have an event to add? Email State Organizing Coordinator, Abigail Deatrick, [email protected] with details (please send details at least one week before the event).
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