Girls Rock MKE Presents JoyFest: A Holiday Music and Arts Festival and Fundraiser

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – Girls Rock MKE invites the community to the first annual Girls Rock JoyFest Presented by Music Go Round, a one-day music and arts festival and fundraiser taking place on Sunday, December 15 from 12pm-11pm at X-Ray Arcade (5036 S. Packard Ave. Cudahy, WI 53110).

JoyFest is a celebration of the joy found in community, creativity, and the power of the collective, seeking to highlight the contributions of marginalized genders across Milwaukee’s creative spaces.

The event will feature a full-day all-ages show featuring Girls Rock and Ladies Rock alumni bands and notable local acts, workshop programming with Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, an Open Mic featuring Ladies Rock alumni band The Audacity, a community art project, a silent auction featuring dozens of items donated by local businesses, a 50/50 raffle, and other philanthropic opportunities to support Girls Rock MKE’s sustainability and 2025 growth initiatives. Attendees will also be treated to the first reveal of summer 2025 Girls Rock camp dates.

The all-ages show will feature a diverse lineup of local bands and performers, including DJ Femme Noir, Wonderbubble, Paranormal, Razor Toast, Lily Slay, Tea Service, Edie Current, Antimeria, Orange Drink, Full Nude, a special reunion performance from Saebra & Carlyle, and Jinksie. The event will also feature WUWM’s Joy Powers as emcee and DJ sets curated by performing bands.

“The intention of JoyFest is to center the liberating power of joy found in creative expression and community building,” said Mary Joy Hickey, Executive Director of Girls Rock MKE. “We’re thrilled to bring together so many talented local musicians and artists to support the Girls Rock MKE mission.”

Tickets can be purchased in advance for $25, with day-of-show tickets available for purchase at the door for $35. VIP tickets are available for $50 each and include a festival ticket, a Girls Rock merch package, and a commemorative poster and artist playlist. Holiday glam attire is vigorously encouraged, but not required.

About Girls Rock MKE:

The mission of Girls Rock MKE is to empower individuals of marginalized identities and diverse experiences through music education and performance. To find more information about Girls Rock camp, follow @girlsrockmke on social media or visit girlsrockmke.org.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.