What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (March 2-8)

"For everyone that enjoys getting to lakes somewhere Up North, this photo is a reminder of what it looks like at 5 a.m. as you're heading out to fish, as the sun comes up and the mist is still on the water." (Courtesy of Mark T.)

By Ellie Bourdo

March 2, 2026

Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter. If you want to see the Badger State Buzz as soon as it drops each week, make sure you’re subscribed. And if you’d like your photo featured, like reader Mark T., capturing a beautiful view of the morning lake at Craig Lake State Park, just reply to any newsletter with your submission.

Now, onto your Badger State Buzz:

Rooms of Blooms, Oshkosh (March 5-8, 12-15)

Paine Art Center and Gardens will host an immersive floral showcase featuring designer arrangements, tablescapes, and installations inspired by the exhibition “Dancing with Life: Mexican Masks,” with opportunities to explore and enjoy refreshments among the blooms.

Taste of Milwaukee, Milwaukee (March 5)

An evening of food tasting, live entertainment, and community, Taste of Milwaukee will feature local restaurants serving signature dishes for guests to vote on, with one earning the Best Dish Award. There will also be a silent auction, raffles, and a wine pull. Proceeds support Broadscope programs.

8th Annual Shamrock Craft Beer Invitational, Green Bay (March 7)

The Automobile Gallery and Event Center will host its 8th annual craft beer invitational, featuring samples from over 20 regional breweries, live Irish music by Gerry Sloan, brats, and more than 80 classic cars on display.

International Women’s Day Celebration 2026, Milwaukee (March 7)

This event will bring the community together for action, featuring keynote remarks from state lawmaker / candidate for Wisconsin governor Francesca Hong, workshops, performances by Jonah Denae, local vendors, and more.

Wisconsin Vintage Fest, Madison (March 8)

This one-day vintage shopping event will feature over 80 curated vendors offering clothing, records, video games, jewelry, and other retro finds from the Y2K era and earlier.

International Women’s Day Flash Tattoo and Market Celebration, De Pere (March 8)

For the seventh consecutive year, this event will feature six artists offering pre-drawn designs on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests will also be able to shop from on-site vendors while waiting for their appointments.

That’s it for this week’s Buzz. If you’re out at one of these events or spot a beautiful Wisconsin scene, snap a photo and send it our way by replying to any of our daily newsletters. We’d love to see what you capture.

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Ellie Bourdo

Ellie Bourdo is UpNorthNews’ newsletter editor. A Wisconsin native, she was born and raised in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with degrees in journalism and Spanish. In her free time, Ellie enjoys spending time with family and friends on the lake or at the ski hill. Have a story tip? Reach Ellie at [email protected]. For local reporting in Wisconsin that connects the dots, from policy to people, sign up for UpNorthNews’ "news of the day” email newsletter.

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