Marquette Regional History Center & League of Women Voters present: Swimming Suffragettes: The Evolution and Revolution in Women's Bathing Suits
2026-04-22 17:30 UTC | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
Marquette Regional History Center & League of Women Voters present:
Swimming Suffragettes: The Evolution and Revolution in Women’s Bathing Suits
Wednesday, April 22, 5:30 p.m.
What’s the connection between bathing suits and women’s right to vote? Join us as Carrie Moon-Dupree, Director of Development for the League of Women Voters of Michigan, showcases her wonderful collection of vintage to modern swimwear, tracing the style changes as a mirror of the changing history of women’s rights in the United States. This fundraiser for the League of Women Voters of Marquette County will support its efforts to provide non-partisan voter education, voter registration, and candidate forums. Event will begin with refreshments and social at 5:30 p.m. Presentation starts at 6:15. Tickets $45/person, on sale now. Visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571 for more information.

Swimming Suffragettes: The Evolution & Revolution in Women's Bathing Suits.
2026-04-22 17:30 | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
A beachside atmosphere will fill the Marquette Regional History Center on April 22, 2026, as the Marquette County League of Women Voters hosts its spring fundraiser: “Swimming Suffragettes: The Evolution and Revolution in Women’s Bathing Suits.” Carrie Moon-Dupree, Director of Development for the Michigan League, has been a longtime collector of vintage women’s swimsuits and has observed that their evolution parallels the progress of women’s rights. Tasty finger foods and luscious drinks will welcome guests at 5:30 p.m., and displays of the History Center’s vintage suits, along with photos of League members’ relatives in suits from their time, will entertain everyone until the presentation begins at 6:00 p.m. Members of the NMU Women’s Swim Team will help showcase the vintage suit collection as Moon-Dupree shares the lively story of how they relate to women’s evolving civil rights. Afterwards, Heidi Voigt, the coach of the NMU Women’s Swim Team, will demonstrate how women’s competitive swimwear has changed over the years as women’s participation in the sport has increased. There will be time for questions for both speakers, followed by some socializing over food and drinks.

Tickets are now available for purchase at the Marquette Regional History Center office and online at www.marquettehistory.org/things-to-do for $45 for adults, with free entry for young children. Tickets purchased at the door will be $50.

PWPL Presents: Earth Day Family Storytime
2026-04-22 18:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
An environmentally-minded storytime for families with children of all ages. Join us for a fun-filled storytime featuring stories, songs and interactive activities as we share why we love our home, the Earth. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: GLPF Keynote Poet: Patricia Killelea Reading
2026-04-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesday, April 22, 2026,
6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Adults, Seniors, Teens. In honor of Earth Day, join GLPF Keynote Poet Patricia Killelea, as she reads from her recently released collection Solace: Poems from the Northwoods. Killelea, an award-winning author and filmmaker, will read from Solace and premiere a new videopoem.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

The NMU Orchestra
2026-04-22 19:30 | NMU Reynolds Recital Hall, Marquette, Michigan
April 22
7:30 p.m.
Reynolds Recital Hall
The NMU Orchestra will perform at 7:30 p.m. April 22 in Reynolds Recital Hall under the direction of Barbara Rhyneer. This performance features works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Giovanni Gabrieli, Jean Sibelius, Antonín Dvořák and Eric Whitacre.
A chamber ensemble will open the concert with selections from two Mozart quintets and a canzon by Gabrieli. The full orchestra will perform Sibelius’ “Finlandia” and “Andante Festivo,” the final movement of Dvořák’s “New World” Symphony, and Whitacre’s “Goodnight Moon,” featuring vocal faculty member Keri Lee Pierson as a soloist. The program will showcase a range of musical textures, from intimate chamber pieces to full orchestral works.

Tickets are available at nmu.universitytickets.com.

PWPL Presents: Memory Lab – Session I: Introduction April 23
2026-04-23 00:00 - 23:59 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Learn how to use the PWPL Memory Lab, a hands-on digital preservation station located on the second floor of the building. Preserve your precious memories by digitizing old slides, photographs, VHS tapes and BetaMax. Bring a sample item to digitize along with a thumb drive. Thumb drives are available for purchase at the circulation desk for $5. Pencils and paper will be provided to take notes.

Ojibwa Senior Citizens Pasty Sale
2026-04-23 00:00 - 23:59 | MI
Ojibwa Senior Citizens Pasty Sale $7.00

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Pre-orders and deliveries are not available.

Pasties are sold at these locations:
Ojibwa Seniors Bldg. 208 Main Street, Baraga
Northern Oil, 150 US 41 N, Baraga
Ojibwa Convenience (Mikinaak Shack), 201 US 41 N, Baraga
Rez Stop, 814 N. Main Street, L’Anse
Pines Convenience, 501 US 41 N, Baraga

Bonnie Loukus : Liminal Sanctuaries
2026-04-23 00:00 - 2026-06-10 23:59 | Finlandia Art Gallery, 435 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
April 23 – June 10, 2026
Opening Reception: Thursday, April 23, 7-8:30pm
HANCOCK, Mich. – Existing between different spaces while not fully belonging to one or the other is something many people experience. What does it mean to belong and how do we know when we do belong? Liminal Sanctuaries, a new exhibition by Michigan artist Bonnie Loukus, features oil paintings of solitary animals and forest floor ecosystems, in between reality and some incorporeal place where they exist without human interference. The exhibit opens with a reception at Finlandia Art Gallery on Thursday, April 23 at 7pm and will be on display through June 10.

Bonnie Loukus is a Keweenaw-based multidisciplinary artist practicing oil painting, printmaking, letterpress, and book arts. Her work explores themes such as the intrinsic value of animals, plant diversity, small ecosystems, symbolism, incorporeal life, and solitude. “Being a multidisciplinary artist, this focus on painting has been a chance to explore my own liminality through observing animals, plants, and fungi to the point of sonder while researching symbolism, poetry, and color,” she said.

The paintings in the exhibit transport the viewer into what feels like a different world. “This work is a glimpse into something we won’t quite ever have being human, with the closest possibility of understanding this only achieved by spending time alone in the natural world,” Loukus explained. “My hope is that this work also conveys that space between contemplative solitude and the desire to connect.”

Loukus was born in Laurium, Michigan. She is a Finlandia University graduate who majored in an interdisciplinary honors program that focused on the connection of arts, culture, and the environment. During the brief Upper Michigan summers, with their long days and good light, she focuses on painting, sometimes painting at the family’s Finnish homestead, overlooking former potato fields and cow pastures where her father now “makes hay.” When the days become short and dark, she turns her practice to printmaking, spending the evenings carving linoleum blocks.

Her work is part of US and international collections and recent artist residencies have taken her to Estonia, Isle Royale National Park, and Keweenaw Land Trust’s Silver Island. She is the executive director of the Copper Country Community Arts Center in Hancock. Loukus continues to enjoy living on a beautiful and remote peninsula in Lake Superior while visiting Finland and Estonia as often as possible to connect with contemporary art, heritage, and the land.

A reception for the artist will take place at Finlandia Art Gallery in Hancock on Thursday, April 23 from 7-8:30 p.m. with an artist talk beginning at 7:20 p.m. For more information, call 906-370-3722 or visit www.finlandiaartgallery.com.

gallery@finlandiafoundation.org
Finlandia Art Gallery
Finnish American Heritage Center
Finlandia Foundation National
435 Quincy St.
Hancock, MI 49930

Tribal Water Day
2026-04-23 09:00 - 16:30 | Buck’s Bingo Hall, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Tribal Water Day
April 23, 2026 from 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Buck’s Bingo Hall ~ Doors open at 8am
Pre-register before April 16th to receive incentives (906-524-5757)

Join the NRD to learn about how we care for and protect our water.
Presentations
Information tables
Student posters
and more.

Everyone is welcome to attend ~ Lunch will be provided!

PWPL Presents: Toddler Storytime
2026-04-23 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Mondays & Thursdays April (6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30), 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
For children 18 to 36 months with a loving adult, siblings welcome. Stories and songs to engage the curious mind and wiggly body, followed by sensory play activities.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: SPECIAL TOPIC TECH COACHING
2026-04-23 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursday April (16, 23)
10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Join Tech Coach Christine Ault in a group setting for a series of special topics that go in-depth about different digital tools on your personal device and in the library.
Registration is required, please call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to reserve a spot.
Classes begin at 10:30 am and meet in the Heritage Room.

PSA - Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop
2026-04-23 13:30 - 15:00 | MI
Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a six-week online workshop, designed for the non-professional, informal family caregiver, will be held on Thursdays, March 19 through April 23, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm (Eastern) via Zoom.
Research studies find high rates of depression and anxiety among caregivers and increased vulnerability to health problems. Caregivers frequently cite restriction of personal activities and social life as problems. In addition, caregivers often feel a lack of control over events and a sense of powerlessness which can have a significant negative impact on their physical and emotional health. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program will provide caregivers tools to help reduce stress and increase relaxation, make tough decisions, reduce guilt, anger and depression, communicate effectively, set goals and problem solve, and take better care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. Caregivers will benefit from the workshop whether they are helping a parent, spouse, or friend living at home, in long-term care or across the country. The workshop focuses on self-care for the caregiver, not on specific diseases or hands-on caregiving.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is offered by Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP) in partnership with Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice. There is no charge for this workshop, but registration is required. Class size is limited. Registration ends when the class is full or on March 2.
To register, visit www.upcap.org (click on Events) or call 2-1-1 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for assistance.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: drop-in craft event for kids ages 5 and up
2026-04-23 15:30 - 17:30 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Thursday, April 23
3:30-5:30 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library will hold a drop-in craft event for kids ages 5 and up from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Children can stop by to create something fun to take home. Youngsters ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caring adult; older youth who are unaccompanied must be able to provide a caring adult’s phone number in case of emergency. This event is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

PWPL Presents: Pokémon Trading and Gaming
2026-04-23 16:00 - 17:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursdays, April (9, 23, 30), 2026.
4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Youth Services Makerspace.
Youth of all ages who are interested in Pokémon card trading and gaming are invited to our new monthly Pokémon Trading & Gaming Sessions. Kids who attend will be able to trade & play the card game with other kids. Please note that staff do not know how to play the game, so it is not guaranteed that gaming will always happen. If your child has a friend they like to game with, come together! Kids will also be able to spend time with other Pokémon fans, chatting about Pokémon and looking through their cards. Important – Trading & gaming will be kid led. It is highly recommended that parents do not allow their children to bring cards that they do not want them to accidentally trade! See our events calendar for full event details regarding trading. Children under the age of 8 will need an adult to stay in the kids room during the event.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

Chassell Township Schools Kindergarten Registration
2026-04-23 16:30 - 18:00 | Chassell Township School, US Hwy 41, Chassell, MI, 49916
Chassell Township Schools Kindergarten Registration

Thursday, April 23rd, from 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Children must be five years old on or before September 1st, 2026. *A waiver is available for children turning five years old on or before December 1st, 2026.
What to Bring: Birth Certificate, Proof of Residency (Drivers License or Utility Bill), Immunization Records.
What to Expect: Meet the Teacher, Tour the School, Fill out Registration Forms, Take a ride on the Bus (Bus ride from 5:15p – 5:30p)

Questions? Call 906-483-2132

PWPL Presents: Artist Reception
2026-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursday, April 23, 2026.
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Huron Mountain Club Gallery and Deo Gallery.
Teens, Adults, Seniors. Join us for two artist receptions in one night! Speak with the artists about their work and exhibits on display.

Huron Mountain Club Gallery – High School Arts
Deo Gallery – I Did Not Break by Taryn Okesson

Sal Vulcano Brings 'Everything's Fine' Tour to NMU
2026-04-23 18:15 | Vandament Arena, 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Thursday, April 23
6:15 p.m
Vandament Arena
Comedian Sal Vulcano of “Impractical Jokers” fame will make a stop at Northern Michigan University on his “Everything’s Fine” tour Thursday, April 23. Doors to Vandament Arena open at 6:15 p.m. and the show begins at 7.
Vulcano is an improvisational and stand-up comedian best known for co-creating, executive producing and starring in one of the most recognized and long-standing comedy shows of all time. “Impractical Jokers” now on the TBS network, is in its 11th season and has produced multiple spinoff shows. Alongside his co-stars from the series, Vulcano performs as part of The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe. He also created the No Presh Network in 2020, hosting “Hey Babe!” and “Taste Buds” podcasts.
In 2024, Vulcano debuted his own comedy special, “Terrified,” which served as a major step in launching his independent stand-up career. Soon after, he announced his “Everything’s Fine” tour, which has gained popularity across the United States.
“NAE and its members are continuing their mission of bringing big-ticket entertainment to NMU, and we are thrilled to welcome Sal Vulcano to Marquette,” NAE Co-President Truman Thor said. “This is a fantastic opportunity for students and the community to experience an artist of such caliber, and we are looking forward to laughing along with everyone!”
General admission tickets to the event are available for NMU students (one per ID) now for $5 and will go on sale for the general public for $15 on Saturday, March 21. All can be purchased at tickets.nmu.edu.

PWPL Presents: GLPF Keynote Presentation: Cindy Hunter Morgan & the Artist Book
2026-04-23 18:30 - 19:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursday, April 23, 2026,
6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Adults, Seniors, Teens. Michigan Notable writer, artist, and educator Cindy Hunter Morgan discusses the process of creating limited edition artist books. Come learn about this fascinating art form and admire some of Morgan’s creations.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Preschool Storytime
2026-04-24 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays & Fridays April (7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28), 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Preschool age children. Stories, songs, finger-plays, crafts and other school-readiness activities for preschool age children and a loving adult. Siblings welcome.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care, Compassion, and Connection
2026-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, April (10, 17, 24) 2026.
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room.
In partnership with several area organizations, this hour-long event offers a safe space to pause, reflect, and build meaningful connections with others who are committed to cultivating kindness in our world. Each week, a different organization takes the lead, with experienced educators and leaders facilitating. This rotating format ensures diverse perspectives and practices while maintaining a shared commitment to the Charter for Compassion and the Circle of Trust principles.
For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: GLPF: Cindy Hunter Morgan Filmetry Screening
2026-04-24 12:00 - 14:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Friday, April 24, 2026.
12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Adults, Seniors. Cindy Hunter Morgan, author of the Michigan Notable Book Harborless and cofounder of the Filmetry Festival of Poetry and Film in Lansing, screens some of the festival’s award-winning short films based on the poems of noted writers.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info to register.

PWPL Presents: LEGO Club.
2026-04-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, April (10, 17, 24), 2026.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Meet other LEGO enthusiasts and build LEGO projects with the library’s LEGO blocks. Family friendly, children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

NMU Theatre & Dance Senior Showcase - One Night Only!
2026-04-24 19:30 | Forest Roberts Theatre, 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Join us on Thursday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m.at the Forest Roberts Theatre to celebrate the work of our graduating seniors during this culminating showcase-style performance!

Please note that this production contains adult themes, strong language, and mature subject matter. While these elements are thoughtfully presented as part of the students’ artistic exploration and growth, the content may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Ticket Prices

General public: $25
NMU Employees, Seniors and Military: $22
Student (18 & under): $15
NMU Students: $5

Get your tickets here!

Join us for a Preview Market on Saturday, April 25
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 | Marquette Commons, 112 S. Third St., Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Join us for a Preview Market on Saturday, April 25
9 am-1 pm at the Marquette Commons.

The time has come for the Market Preview featuring a small selection of returning favorites and exciting new vendors selling handmade goods and treats. If you’re like us and just can’t wait for the full summer season, this is your chance to shop early and support our local community. Don’t forget to grab your market membership for a whole season of fun benefits!
Only 100 memberships are available for the 2026 season, and this year’s limited-edition pin celebrates the Year of the Radish! As a member, you’re not just getting perks, you are investing in a strong local food system and a vibrant community. Become a Market Member! Consider becoming a Market Member by donating $100 (cash or check) or $105 (card). Members help sustain our market and receive exclusive benefits all season long, including: Shopping 15 minutes before the opening bell Ring the opening market bell Free downtown parking June – September Members-only activities throughout the season.
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First Saturday Market Is Just 1 Month Away!
Starting May 16th at 9 am, come down to the Marquette Commons every Saturday through mid-November for the Farmers Market. We host some amazing community members who are growing and raising fresh local food, making delicious treats and pantry items, and handmaking items and art for you to enjoy. Then summer kicks off on June 10 on the 100 block of W. Washington St. with the Night Market every Wednesday till the end of August. Come enjoy the market and support local.
This guide below will help you know what you can expect at the market these first few months of the market season.
Changes to Food Assistance Programs If you or someone you know utilizes a food assistance or food health program that can be used at farmers markets, make sure you are connecting with the program providers to be made aware of the many changes that are happening to various programs. You can learn about the programs the Marquette Farmers Market participates in here.
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PWPL Presents: Preschool Prom: Wild Rumpus!
2026-04-25 10:30 - 23:30, 2026-04-25 14:30 - 15:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, April 25, 2026.
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Calling all families with kids aged 3-8 to join us for a very special Wild Rumpus Preschool Prom! Limited required registration opens in-person at the Youth Services Desk on April 13; register for only 1 of the 2 available Preschool Prom sessions. Costumes and dress-up encouraged. There will be a photo booth, snacks, and of course – dancing!
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: GLPF Teen Reading/Poetry Contest Award Ceremony
2026-04-25 11:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, April 25, 2026.
11:00 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.
Come listen to the winners and participants from the annual Great Lakes Teen Poetry Contest.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

UP Pro Wrestling: Marquette Mania 4
2026-04-25 19:00 | Lakeview Arena, 401 E. Fair Avenue, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Lakeview Arena 401 East Fair Ave, Marquette, MI 49855
April 25, 2026
7:00 PM
U.P. Pro Wrestling (UPW) returns to the Marquette Lakeview Arena, for the biggest wrestling event in the Upper Peninsula’s history! Some big names in wrestling culture and history are on the books this year, so mark your calendars for April 25, 2026! Watch Pro Wrestling Legends during the main event, and even meet your favorite wrestlers before the event for an additional cost.
The Line-UP:

Mick Foley – “Hardcore Legend”, Aka Cactus Jack or Dude Love. For those not familiar, Mick Foley is a big deal in the wrestling world. He is considered as one of the best wrestlers in the history of professional wrestling, was a four time world champion, 11 time tag team champion, Champion of the inaugural WWF Hardcore Series, and a former Wrestlemania Headliner. He was voted Time Magazine’s Man of The Year but Time chose Bill Clinton instead as they did not think the vote was warranted (some consider this to be the first “mass trolling” event), but is most famous for a controversial cage match against the Undertaker (who was the main feature for a previous Marquette Mania). He’s also faced & shared the stage with icons such as, the Steiner Brothers (also featured in a previous Marquette Mania), Stone Cold Steve Austin, Executioner, Rick Flair, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and Hulk Hogan. Fans of wrestling will not want to miss Marquette Mania IV!

Powers of Pain – Made famous during the late 80s Wrestling Circa, but took off in popularity for their famous feuds during the early 90s. These tag team Champion Winners lead to Pro-Wrestling Illustrated naming this duo in the top 100 Tag Team Wrestlers.

Awesome Kong – Known for her success in the Knockouts Division, was ranked first on the inaugural list of Pro Wrestling Illustrated’s PWI Women’s 100 in 2008, and was inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame. Awesome Kong, Aka Kia Michelle Stevens, is also an actress, best known for playing Tammé “The Welfare Queen” Dawson, in the wrestling-themed Netflix original comedy series GLOW.

Dani Mo – Is one of the top female wrestlers taking the ring today with 12 Title Championships under her belt. With a background in Bodybuilding, Dani Mo is one of the fiercest competitors to watch live in action! Will Dani take another UPW Championship Title in 2026?

Leva Bates – Trained by the infamous “Dudley Boyz”, made appearances with Shimmer Women’s Athletes, Shine Wrestling, All Elite, and WWE NXT. Bates was also featured on Impact Wrestling as a villain who helped to abduct Sting and Hulk Hogan.

Melanie Cruise – Best known for appearances in All Elite Wrestling, Shimmer, and POWW with 5 Championship Titles! Cruise was ranked 25 of the best 50 single wrestlers, and won tag team of the year in 2018!

Mustafa Ali – was made famous during his time with the WWE in the cruiserweight division until 2023 when he returned to the Independent Circuit. Mustafa Ali can be seen today wrestling on TNA Impact! You will not want to miss Ali’s high flying style of wrestling and the famous “imploding 450° splash”. “In Ali We Trust”.
Parker Boudreaux – A newer name in WWE and NXT took a small hiatus from the scene to recovery from injury, but don’t be fooled! Boudreaux is back in action and stronger than ever defeating opponents left and right on the Gleat circuit in Japan. In July 2025, the Gleat President named him “the greatest fighter in the world”.

Madman Fulton – This three time Champion trained at the ASWA Center in Ohio, and signed with the WWE in 2012. Madman had several years experience crushing skulls before transitioning to Impact Wrestling and TNA where he shined in Ohio Versus Everything.
Big Kon – Has been featured in SmackDown, NXT Tag Team Champions, WrestleMania, and competed with Madman Fulton. Big Kon has won 17 Championships throughout his career!

Matt Riddle – Riddle made a name for himself by appearing on Spike TV’s The Ultimate Fighter 7 and went on to hold a four-fight winning streak in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) before pivoting his career to Pro Wrestling with the WWE, Major League Wrestling, and Independent Circuits. Riddle holds 28 Title Championships, ranked 5th in Wrestling Illustrated’s top 10 wrestlers. With Riddle’s UFC training and mixed martial arts styles, Matt’s matches will be truly something spectacular to watch.

Sampson – starred on the TruTV original series Hulk Hogan’s Micro Championship Wrestling, fought the Undertaker in the WWE, and made appearances on RAW. Sampson has 7 championships and is featured in the High Impact Wrestling Hall of Fame in Canada.

Melvin Hayes – Local UPW legend, The Wrestling Nerd, is back to retain the UPW Championship.

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NMU Arts Chorale, University Choir and Marquette Choral Society
2026-04-25 19:30, 2026-04-26 15:00 | Kaufman Auditorium, 611 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Saturday, April 25,
7:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 26,
3 p.m.
Kaufman Auditorium.
The two NMU Arts Chorale, University Choir and Marquette Choral Society concerts are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25, and 3 p.m. Sunday, April 26, at Kaufman Auditorium.

Tickets are available at nmu.universitytickets.com.
