Wisconsin Venues Host Variety of Events from Floral Showcases to Vintage Fests

Upcoming happenings across the Badger State include craft beer tastings, International Women's Day celebrations, and more.

Mar. 2, 2026 at 3:15pm

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This week's Badger State Buzz highlights a range of events taking place across Wisconsin, from an immersive floral showcase in Oshkosh to a vintage shopping festival in Madison. Other notable happenings include a craft beer invitational in Green Bay, an International Women's Day celebration in Milwaukee, and a flash tattoo market in De Pere.

Why it matters

These events showcase the vibrant cultural and community offerings found throughout Wisconsin, providing residents and visitors alike with diverse opportunities to come together, support local businesses, and celebrate the state's unique identity.

The details

The Paine Art Center and Gardens in Oshkosh will host 'Rooms of Blooms,' an immersive floral showcase inspired by the 'Dancing with Life: Mexican Masks' exhibition. In Milwaukee, the 'Taste of Milwaukee' event will feature local restaurants serving signature dishes, while the city's International Women's Day Celebration will include keynote remarks, workshops, and performances. Green Bay's Automobile Gallery and Event Center will hold its 8th Annual Shamrock Craft Beer Invitational, and Madison will welcome the Wisconsin Vintage Fest, a one-day vintage shopping event. Finally, De Pere will host its 7th annual International Women's Day Flash Tattoo and Market Celebration.

  • The 'Rooms of Blooms' floral showcase in Oshkosh will run from March 5-8 and March 12-15.
  • The 'Taste of Milwaukee' event will take place on March 5.
  • The 8th Annual Shamrock Craft Beer Invitational in Green Bay is scheduled for March 7.
  • The International Women's Day Celebration 2026 in Milwaukee will be held on March 7.
  • The Wisconsin Vintage Fest in Madison is set for March 8.

The players

Paine Art Center and Gardens

An art center and gardens in Oshkosh, Wisconsin that will host the 'Rooms of Blooms' floral showcase.

Broadscope

A Milwaukee-based organization that will receive proceeds from the 'Taste of Milwaukee' event.

The Automobile Gallery and Event Center

A venue in Green Bay that will host the 8th Annual Shamrock Craft Beer Invitational.

Francesca Hong

A state lawmaker and candidate for Wisconsin governor who will give keynote remarks at the International Women's Day Celebration 2026 in Milwaukee.

Jonah Denae

A performer who will take the stage at the International Women's Day Celebration 2026 in Milwaukee.

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What they’re saying

“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.”

— Mark T.

The takeaway

These diverse events across Wisconsin demonstrate the state's vibrant cultural landscape, offering residents and visitors a range of opportunities to come together, support local businesses, and celebrate the unique identity of the Badger State.