1. Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival
OCT. 2-5 | ORIENTAL THEATRE
Presented by local nonprofit Muslim Women’s Coalition, this 10th annual film festival spotlights Islamic cultures and perspectives with stories from around the world. Each screening is followed by a talkback with filmmakers.
2. Fiddler on the Roof
OCT. 3-26 | BROADWAY THEATRE CENTER
Skylight Music Theatre’s rendition of this classic musical, about a Jewish milkman keeping his faith in early-20th-century Russia, carries extra poignancy: Two violins owned and played before and during the Holocaust will be featured in the production.
3. Milwaukee Oktoberfest
OCT. 3-5 | HENRY MAIER FESTIVAL PARK
Raise your steins! Drinking bier is just one of many traditions at this lakefront autumnal feast. You’ll also find a cornhole t