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SUMMARY:Werk for WALH
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for glamour\, dazzling entertainment\, and community\, all in support of a great cause!\nJoin us Saturday\, May 2nd at the Forward Club in Madison for Werk for WALH\, a drag show fundraiser benefiting With A Little Help\, Inc (WALH).\nDoors open at 3 PMShow starts at 4Stay for the Forward @ Sarasota soccer watch party at 6:30\nWALH provides an accessible and inclusive summer camp experience in Wisconsin Dells for adults living with neuromuscular diseases\, creating a space for connection\, independence\, and joy. Our camps are made possible thanks to community support and events like this!\nTickets include:A drag show featuring seasoned performers and amateur WALH members!PizzaExclusive access to silent auction itemsForward Flamingos vs Sarasota soccer watch party\nTickets available at walh.org/werkforwalh\nSponsorship opportunities are available and include recognition at the event and in our promotional materials.\nIf you or your business would like to sponsor\, message us or email info@walh.org for more information.\nOur Performers:\nBaylee DavenportFormer Miss Forest CityFormer Miss Gay WI USofA At LargeFormer Miss Five Nightclub Fabulous2026 Drag WI Awards Community Advocate\nWynter Da Bratt SodiMiss Gay Madison Plus 2025Former Miss Trans Wisconsin 2023\nCici VoyerMiss LaCage Niteclub 25-26\nAngel VoyerClub Wisconsin Newcomer\nSasha Flare RomeFive Nightclub Newcomer 2025WI Drag Award Winner for Best Live Vocalist\nIndica Lindica\nAnd stay tuned as we announce WALH member amateur performers!
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/werk-for-walh/
LOCATION:The Forward Club\, 917 E Mifflin St Gate 5\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Community,Drag,Fundraiser,Madison + South Central
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SUMMARY:Drag Bingo Fundraiser | Mental Health Awareness Month Event
DESCRIPTION:This event: Has LGBTQ content\, May be of interest to the LGBTQ community || “Get out for a fun\, high-energy night of bingo\, entertainment\, and great prizes—all in support of Journey Mental Health Center. \nAs part of Mental Health Awareness Month\, this event brings the community together for a night that’s both fun and meaningful. \nHosted by Kendra Banx$\, this 21+ event includes 8 rounds of bingo\, light snacks\, and a drink ticket\, with additional beverages available for purchase. Doors open at 6:00 PM\, with bingo running from 7:00–8:30 PM. \nEvery ticket sold helps Journey provide therapy\, crisis support\, school-based services\, and more to people across Dane County. \nTickets + details: https://rebrand.ly/bingo-ol || 40.00
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/drag-bingo-fundraiser-mental-health-awareness-month-event/
LOCATION:The Bur Oak\, 2262 Winnebago St.\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Madison + South Central,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003256
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T142626Z
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SUMMARY:Always There Fair and Zumbathon
DESCRIPTION:This event: Has LGBTQ content\, Is LGBTQ hosted\, May be of interest to the LGBTQ community || The Always There Fair is a middle-and-high-school aged celebration of LGBTQIA2S+ identities and allies. Join us to celebrate and uplift queer joy in the Dane County community! Attendees can expect to see performances\, connect with others\, complete art projects\, participate in a clothing swap\, and get resources and recommendations from around Dane County. It is called the “Always There” fair to be inclusive of all identities and to uplift the fact that queer people and queer joy are\, have been\, and always will be a key part of an equitable society. This is an event for the community\, by the community\, to help all youth feel safe\, seen\, heard\, welcomed\, and loved. The Always There Fair is at Badger Ridge Middle School on May 9th\, 2026 from 9am-12pm. 300 Richard Street\, Verona\, WI 53593 There will also be a Zumba fitness fundraiser for PFLAG and the GSAs from 2-4pm for only $10. This event is organized in collaboration with the VAHS\, BRMS\, CKCS\, and SOMS Gender Sexuality Alliances\, as well as Leaders for Just Schools through the National Education Association (NEA). ||
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/always-there-fair-and-zumbathon/
LOCATION:Badger Ridge Middle School\, 300 Richard St\, Verona\, WI\, 53593\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Fundraiser,Informational,Madison + South Central,Performance Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T210000
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SUMMARY:A Place to Bloom: A Fundraising Gala for RISE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for A Place to Bloom\, a fun night raising funds to support RISE’s amazing community work! \n\n\n\n\nWelcome to A Place to Bloom: A Fundraising Gala for RISE!\nJoin us in person for an unforgettable evening full of fun\, inspiration\, and community spirit. This special gala is all about coming together to support RISE and help create opportunities for growth and success. \nNOTE: Your event ticket includes dinner.\nEventbrite requires meal choices to be listed as an add-on\, so your confirmation email may show two items (1 gala ticket + 1 meal selection).\nThis is correct and does not mean you purchased an extra ticket.
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/a-place-to-bloom-a-fundraising-gala-for-rise/
LOCATION:Madison Concourse Hotel\, 1 W. Dayton St.\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fundraiser,Madison + South Central
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 Cupcheck Cancer Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the 6th Annual Cupcheck Cancer Tournament is NOW OPEN!!!  Mark your calendars and join us on May 16th! You can register your team or as an individual looking for a team by going to our Run Signup Registration Page. This year we look to grow on our successes from last year and continue to grow the tournament with more teams\, more sponsors\, and more fun. We can’t wait to see you all again. \n\nAlso don’t forget to visit our non profit charity’s website\, Live For KWags and learn more about what our future looks like as a fundraising event and organization as we continue living for Kevin and others impacted by brain cancer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Mission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Cupcheck Cancer Tournament is a friendly indoor pond hockey style tournament held each year to raise money for Glioblastoma brain cancer research and awareness. It is also a time to honor the life of Kevin Wagner who loved the game of hockey. Our mission is to give back to those who like Kevin’s family received so much help and love while battling brain cancer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Bit Helps\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to come play in this friendly tournament or sign up to volunteer. Proceeds will be donated to the UW School Of Medicine and Public Health’s Human Oncology department in Madison\, WI and used for brain cancer research as well as fund this tournament each year as it continues to grow. If you can’t or don’t want to play or volunteer\, consider giving a donation. Last year we were able to raise an additional $5\,000 for on top of everything else we did!! We hope to achieve that goal and more this year with your help! Click on the Donate button below and help contribute to those in need! 
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/2026-cupcheck-cancer-tournament/
LOCATION:Sun Prairie Ice Arena\, 838 Grove St.\, Sun Prairie\, WI\, 53590\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Madison + South Central,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T130000
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SUMMARY:Meat Raffle @ The Kickback - Proceeds go to Underdog Pet Rescue
DESCRIPTION:This event: May be of interest to the LGBTQ community || May 17th @ 1:00 PM \nJoin us at The Kickback for our next Monthly Meat Raffle\, featuring premium cuts from Jenny St Market! It’s an afternoon filled with great prizes\, cold drinks\, and plenty of fun.\nHow It Works \nWe’re keeping it simple and exciting: \n5 Rounds\n40 paddles available\n$3 per paddle\n6 prizes per round\n3 Meat prizes\n1 Cheese prize\n1 Brewery prize\n1 Kickback prize \nThat’s 30 total prizes throughout the afternoon! \nEvery round brings a mix of quality meats\, delicious cheese\, brewery swag\, and Kickback goodies. It’s the perfect Sunday hang with a little friendly competition mixed in. \nCome early\, grab a drink\, and get your paddles ready. Whether you’re in it for the steaks\, the swag\, or just the good company\, this is one Kickback tradition you won’t want to miss.\nThis Month’s Lineup\nBrewery Partners: Bell’s Brewery Inc. & New Belgium Brewing Logo\nCharity Partner: Underdog Pet Rescue of Wisconsin || $5 per paddle
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/meat-raffle-the-kickback-proceeds-go-to-underdog-pet-rescue/
LOCATION:The Kickback Bar\, 7622 Lisa Ln\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Madison + South Central,Meat Raffle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T162716Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Pride History Dinner
DESCRIPTION:This event: Has LGBTQ content\, Is LGBTQ hosted\, May be of interest to the LGBTQ community || We invite you to join Madison’s LGBTQ 50+ Alliance for an intergenerational LGBTQ+ History Dinner celebrating the people\, movements\, and moments that have shaped our community in Madison and across Wisconsin. This welcoming evening brings together LGBTQ+ adults of all ages (18+) to share a meal\, learn together\, and honor our collective history. \nDoors open at 5:30 PM\, with a delicious dinner buffet served at 5:45 PM\, catered by Banzo. At 6:30 PM\, we’ll gather for a featured presentation by David Callenbach. The event will also feature information from both the Madison LGBTQ+ Archive and the Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project. \nWhether you lived this history\, helped create it\, or are eager to learn more\, this event offers a meaningful opportunity to connect across generations\, reflect on the past\, and strengthen our community today. \nThis event is sponsored by the Madison LGBTQ+ 50+ Alliance\, a partnership between OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center and the Madison Senior Center. Guided by a Steering Committee of community members\, the Alliance creates social and educational programming that fosters connection\, learning\, and belonging across generations. \nRegistration Required\nSuggested donation: $0–$35\nAudience: Intergenerational\, ages 18+ \nIntergenerational | Ages 18+ \nAbout the Speaker:\nDavid E. Clarenbach is a longtime Madison-based leader\, legislator\, and nationally recognized LGBTQ+ civil rights advocate. Elected to public office at just 18\, he went on to serve nearly two decades in the Wisconsin State Assembly\, where he played a pivotal role in advancing fairness and equality. Clarenbach was instrumental in the passage of Wisconsin’s landmark Gay and Lesbian Civil Rights Act of 1982\, the first law in the nation to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation. Drawing on his lived experience and deep ties to Wisconsin’s LGBTQ+ movement\, David brings a powerful historical perspective rooted in activism\, policy\, and community. || Suggested Donation $0-35+
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/lgbtq-pride-history-dinner/
LOCATION:Madison Senior Center\, 330 W. Mifflin St.\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Fundraiser,Informational,Lecture,Madison + South Central,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T003256
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SUMMARY:Adoptable dogs from Underdog Pet Rescue @ The Kickback
DESCRIPTION:This event: May be of interest to the LGBTQ community || May 24th @ 3:00 PM \nHave a beer and play some pinball and help the Kickback support one of our favorite causes—Underdog Pet Rescue! \nSunday\, May 24 (3-6 PM): Special event where $1 from every pint sold during this time will also go to Underdog Pet Rescue. \nTuesday\, May 19 – Sunday\, May 24: One pinball table designated for Underdog Pet Rescue\, with 100% of its earnings going directly to the organization. \nAdoptable Dogs on Site!\nUnderdog is working with their fosters to bring some adoptable dogs to the event! \nMerch & 50/50 Raffle\nUnderdog will have koozies\, tote bags\, hats\, and other merch available for purchase\, along with a 50/50 raffle to raise even more funds for Underdog Pet Rescue. \nCome grab a beer\, play some pinball\, and help us support this amazing cause! ||
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/adoptable-dogs-from-underdog-pet-rescue-the-kickback/
LOCATION:The Kickback Bar\, 7622 Lisa Ln\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Madison + South Central
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T170000
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CREATED:20260206T211807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T211807Z
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SUMMARY:The 8th Annual Chip-In Fore the Community
DESCRIPTION:Chip-In Fore the Community is a yearly fundraising event to support Willma’s Fund. Willma’s Fund is a program of OutReach that offers various financial support to the LGBTQ community housing instability. This year’s event takes place Friday\, May 29th\, 2026 at noon.\nProceeds from this event will directly support LGBTQ people experiencing homelessness ornear-homelessness.\n18 hole/with cart with a shotgun start. everyone starts and finishes at the same time. Best ball outing with a Buffet served immediately afterwards. Prizes for longest drive\, longest putt and closest to the pin.\nAny questions please contact Colleen Marsden at collholl@msn.com.\nAs an added bonus\, each golfer will receive a free round of golf at Old Hickory Golf Course in Beaver Dam\, WI.\nRegistration can be made on the OutReach website below. If you are paying on your cell phone\, please scroll down a bit. It may take the form a few seconds to load.\n\nChip-In Fore the Community Golf Outing\nfor Willma’s Fund\nChip-In Fore the Community is a yearly fundraising event to support Willma’s Fund. Willma’s Fund is a program of OutReach that offers various financial support to the LGBTQ community housing instability. This year’s event takes place Friday\, May 29th\, 2026 at noon.SPONSORS\nDON MILLERSUBARU EAST\n\nSTATE FARMPATRICK MARSDENProceeds from this event will directly support LGBTQ people experiencing homelessness ornear-homelessness.\n18 hole/with cart with a shotgun start. everyone starts and finishes at the same time. Best ball outing with a Buffet served immediately afterwards. Prizes for longest drive\, longest putt and closest to the pin.\nAny questions please contact Colleen Marsden at collholl@msn.com.\nAs an added bonus\, each golfer will receive a free round of golf at Old Hickory Golf Course in Beaver Dam\, WI.\nRegistration can be made on the OutReach website below. If you are paying on your cell phone\, please scroll down a bit. It may take the form a few seconds to load.\nRegistration via the link below is required for all participants. The registration link will offer multiple payment options once complete\, including online payment methods and the option to pay by check. Please make checks out to OutReach with “Golf Outing” in the memo field. Please include a list of golfers in your foursome. Address checks to: OutReach\, 2701 International Lane\, Ste 101\, Madison WI 53704.
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/the-8th-annual-chip-in-fore-the-community/
LOCATION:The Meadows of Six Mile Creek\, 800 N. Century Ave\, Waunakee\, WI\, 53597\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fundraiser,Madison + South Central,Outdoor,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T210000
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SUMMARY:GSAFE 30th Annual Celebration of Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Join the GSAFE community at Monona Terrace for our 30th Annual Celebration of Leadership-an evening rooted in connection\, courage\, and collective impact. \nThis year’s theme\, “We All Have a Role”\, reminds us that building a safer\, more affirming world for LGBTQ+ youth takes ALL of us. Your event ticket includes admission to a joyful celebration featuring delicious food stations\, an inspiring program honoring our award and scholarship recipients\, and a high-energy dance party to close out the night. \nDuring the evening\, we will award scholarships to four outstanding high school seniors who exemplify leadership\, resilience\, and a commitment to creating positive change. We will also recognize four individuals and/or organizations from across Wisconsin who demonstrate exceptional advocacy and support for LGBTQ+ youth. \nInterested in sponsoring this event and showing your organization’s commitment to inclusion and leadership? Please email lane@gsafewi.org for sponsorship opportunities. \n  \nWe want everyone who wishes to attend to feel welcome. If ticket cost is a barrier\, please reach out to lane@gsafewi.org to learn more about sliding-scale pricing options. \n  \nTogether\, let’s celebrate leadership\, honor impact\, and help create the world we want to live in. 💜
URL:https://ourliveswisconsin.com/event/gsafe-30th-annual-celebration-of-leadership/
LOCATION:Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center\, 1 John Nolen Dr\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, US
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Community,Fundraiser,Madison + South Central,Youth
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