Events

The Wisconsin State Climatology Office hosts and participates in a variety of public events to help communities better understand local weather and climate, and the impacts on our state’s economy, agriculture, and recreation.

Oct
27

Badger Talk: Warming Winters in Wisconsin

Join us for a Badger Talks presentation as part of Monona Public Library’s Eco-Action Tuesdays.

October 27, 2026    
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Nov
5

Science on Tap: Extreme Weather Night

The series provides a forum where the public engages experts in an informal, two-way conversation about important issues of the day.

November 5, 2026    
6:30 pm
Nov
7

9th Annual STEM Day Conference

Students will engage in hands-on courses featuring a wide range of STEM subjects.

November 7, 2026    
7:45 am – 12:00 pm
Nov
12

Door County’s Changing Weather

Wisconsin State Climatology Office Director Steve Vavrus will present climate information specific to Door County.

November 12, 2026    
7:00 pm
Kress Pavilion, Egg Harbor
Nov
17

Badger Talk: Weather Warnings

Join us for this Badger Talks presentation hosted by The Bend Theater.

November 17, 2026    
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Bend Theater, West Bend
Nov
19

North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Webinar

This ongoing webinar series provides the North Central U.S. with a monthly update on recent weather and climate events, and an outlook for the near future.

November 19, 2026    
1:00 pm
Dec
3

Think & Drink: Armistice Day Blizzard of 1940

Dr. Hopkins will use the 1940 Armistice Day Blizzard as an example of the many early winter storms that have passed across the Upper Midwest in November.

December 3, 2026    
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Dec
6

107th Wisconsin Farm Bureau Annual Meeting

The State Climatology Office will host a workshop on turning weather trends and forecasts into improved field decisions.

December 6, 2026    
8:30 am – 9:20 am
Dec
9

Extreme Weather Roadshow: Northwest Region

This event aims to identify the most pressing weather and climate-related questions facing local stakeholders, with a focus on extreme weather impacts.

December 9, 2026    
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dec
15

Wisconsin Water and Soil Health Conference

This conference brings together farmers, consultants, and agency staff to learn about what’s new in soil health and water quality.

December 15, 2026 – December 16, 2026    
9:00 am