Girls Rock MKE Announces the Return of “The Dinner Party: Sound to Table,” A Music-Inspired Culinary Fundraiser at Honeypie Café
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Milwaukee, WI — Girls Rock MKE is thrilled to announce the return of its culinary fundraiser, The Dinner Party: Sound to Table, on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Honeypie Café with tickets now available for purchase. This intimate, 56-seat event brings together Milwaukee women and non-binary musicians and chefs for a one-night collaboration that transforms original songs into inspired dishes across a five-course prix-fixe dinner.
After last year’s sold-out debut, The Dinner Party returns with a special twist: each course is crafted in collaboration with a Milwaukee-based musician, whose original track will serve as the creative inspiration for the dish. Featured artists for 2026 include Aya, Adorner, Caley Conway, Rat Bath, and Shle Berry.
“The Dinner Party, inspired by Judy Chicago’s iconic installation, is such a special night that brings our mission to light through food, community, and local Milwaukee music,” says Mary Joy Hickey, Executive Director of Girls Rock MKE.
Event Highlights
- Five-course curated dinner inspired by Milwaukee musicians
- Featured artists in attendance, offering remarks before their course
- Three ticket tiers to meet varying budget needs:
- Community Seat — $75
- Amplifier — $125
- VIP — $175 (includes VIP Happy Hour + champagne + breakfast basket)
- Event add-ons, including:
- VIP Happy Hour (for non-VIP ticket holders)
- Sponsor-a-Camper donation options
- The Dinner Party Memory Book
- Dedicate-a-Course tributes
Proceeds from the event support Girls Rock MKE’s year-round youth music education, performance, and leadership programs, including Girls Rock Camp, Ladies Rock Camp, and community-based workshops.
About Girls Rock MKE
Girls Rock MKE is a nonprofit organization that empowers girls, women, and gender-expansive individuals through music education, performance, and mentorship. Through programs such as Girls Rock Camp and Ladies Rock Camp, participants build confidence, creativity, and leadership skills by learning an instrument, forming a band, and performing an original song on stage. Learn more at www.girlsrockmke.org.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Presenting Sponsor — $2,500
Girls Rock MKE is seeking one Presenting Sponsor to underwrite the evening’s food and beverage costs. Benefits include:
- Reserved VIP table for six guests
- Recognition as the Presenting Sponsor with logo placement on all event materials, menus, signage, and social media
- VIP Happy Hour access and complimentary champagne for the table
- A Girls Rock MKE guitar signed by all featured artists and chefs
- Verbal recognition during the event and acknowledgment in post-event communications
- Event memory book zine, a keepsake zine featuring the night’s menu, artists, photos, and creative notes.
Table Sponsor — $1,000
A second sponsorship opportunity is available for a partner seeking premium visibility at a lower tier. Benefits include:
- Reserved table for six guests
- VIP Happy Hour access for all six guests
- Special event thank-you recognition
- Branded table marquee at The Dinner Party
- Digital recognition package on social media and our website
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.
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