Bartell Theatre presents “The Threepenny Opera” starting April 24.
FRIDAY, APRIL 24-SATURDAY, MAY 9
Mack is back
Best known for hummable tunes like “Mack the Knife” and “Pirate Jenny,” Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill’s “The Threepenny Opera” gets a new translation and adaptation in the Bartell Theatre, 113 E. Mifflin St., starting this weekend. For Mercury Players, Megan McGlone and Sean Langenecker debut a script “brimming with queer, feminist socialism that resounds with a revolutionary spirit.” This is yet another entry in World Premiere Wisconsin. Tickets cost $25. Recommended for mature audiences.
Shop book specials and more during Independent Bookstore Day April 25.
SATURDAY, APRIL 25
A page turner
Independent Bookstore Day is celebrated nationwide, with 12 stores participating in south central Wisconsin. (One local shop called it the “Book Nerd Superbowl.”) Each shop will have its own specials, like free merch, a prize wheel, discounts on books and gifts, and exciting prizes. The stores have also teamed up to offer raffle prizes and will give away a commemorative print designed by Megan Stout.
The Madison Print & Resist Zinefest returns in 2026 at the Central Branch of the Madison Public Library April 25.
SATURDAY, APRIL 25
DIY ’til I die
Zines — handmade magazines, comics and pamphlets — have long been used as forms of resistance. The Madison Print & Resist Zinefest brings together over 100 “radical printmakers, zinesters and writers using DIY publishing as a tool for resistance, storytelling and change.” Meet game makers, children’s book authors and artists who sketch and make stickers of your furry friends. Print & Resist takes place at the Central Branch of the Madison Public Library, 201 W. Mifflin St., from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free.
The Wisconsin Alpaca & Fiber Fest and The Great Midwest Alpaca Festival come to Alliant Energy Center April 25-26.
SATURDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 25-26
Alpaca double-header
The Wisconsin Alpaca & Fiber Fest and The Great Midwest Alpaca Festival host a weekend full of fiber artists, spinning classes and opportunities to get a selfie with an alpaca. When not browsing the show floor or getting your alpaca sheared, you can watch the furry critters compete in one of two halter shows (where the alpacas are judged based on their appearance and movement). The event will be held at the Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, at New Holland Pavilion #1. Free.
Spot native birds, paddle your own canoe and more at this year’s Bird & Nature Festival at Warner Park Community Recreation Center April 26.
SUNDAY, APRIL 26
Who’s that bird?
Spot native birds, paddle your own canoe and go fly a kite at this year’s Bird & Nature Festival, held on Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at Warner Park Community Recreation Center, 1625 Northport Drive. This family friendly event celebrates Madison’s Bird City designation as well as Earth Day and Arbor Day. See a hawk and an eagle up close! There’s face painting for kids, walks, talks, local music, food carts (Bit of Brianna and Tacos El Pechu) and more. Free.
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