Awkward Nerd Events

24/03/2025

Join us in our latest corner of the multiverse, where we’ll be sharing all things nerdy, awkward, and event-filled! From upcoming gatherings to behind-the-scenes shenanigans, you won’t want to miss a thing.

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Let’s build an even nerdier, quirkier community together—one awkwardly awesome post at a time! 💙🎲🎮

24/03/2025

23/03/2025

Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 27th, because Awkward Nerd Events will be back at Pilot Project Brewing Milwaukee for Made in Nerdwaukee: Artist Alley!

This market will showcase a variety of items, including drawings, sketches, prints, stickers, pins, and buttons. Expect a diverse range of styles, from anime to pop art! Take a leisurely stroll through the vendors while enjoying delicious food and drinks from Pilot Project.

21/03/2025

Kits for our March Crafternoon are almost sold out but don't worry! Bring your own craft supplies and join us next Sunday, March 30th, at The Sugar Maple (441 E Lincoln Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207) from 12-3pm.

19/03/2025

Faire Folk, you truly outdid yourselves at this year's Spring Revel! From the dazzling costumes to the enchanting performances, every moment was pure magic! 🧜‍♀️🧚🔮

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and celebrated with us—your energy and creativity make these events so special. Stay tuned for the full photo gallery soon!

Drop your favorite moments in the comments! ⬇️

18/03/2025

Whether you're a seasoned DM, a brand-new player, or just RPG-curious, our RPG Night is for you! Join us tomorrow, March 19th, for an evening of one-shot adventures, DM training, and all-around RPG nerdery at Faklandia Brewpub. 🍻⚔️

📅 March 19 | ⏰ 6-10 PM
📍 Faklandia Brewpub (3807 S Packard Ave, St Francis, WI 53235)

Sign up for a game here: https://buff.ly/mmnS3Sc
Come for the quests, stay for the company! 🏰🐉 Who’s rolling in?

17/03/2025

Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone!

15/03/2025

🌿✨ Hear ye, hear ye! ✨🌿

The Faire Folk Spring Revel is TOMORROW! Join us Sunday, March 16th, from 11 AM - 5 PM at the Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery (917 W Juneau Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233) for a day filled with magic, merriment, and medieval mischief! 🏰✨

🌸 Shop from incredible artisans
🧚‍♂️ Mingle with mystical beings
🎶 Enjoy enchanting entertainment
🍗 Feast like the faire folk do!

Don’t miss out on the revelry—gather your garb, summon your party, and we’ll see you there! Visit https://buff.ly/j59MGMo for additional details, class listings, etc. 🌿⚔️✨

15/03/2025

There are very limited spots left for a few of the Faire Folk Spring Revel's classes!

Chainmaille Earrings (only ONE spot left) - $12, https://buff.ly/qf7u18W
Beginner Poi - $10, https://buff.ly/fkwq2IS
Stick Weaving - $10, (scan QR code image below)

Register now so you don't miss out!

13/03/2025

Get ready for an unforgettable day of magic and merriment at the Faire Folk Spring Revel this Sunday, March 16th! We’re thrilled to introduce more incredible performers bringing laughter, wonder, and a touch of the fantastical to this year’s event:

🎭 Bard & Bourbon – Shakespeare like you’ve never seen before! Watch as actors take on some of the Bard’s best-loved scenes while completing a series of ridiculous and unpredictable challenges. A little mischief, a little mayhem, and a whole lot of fun!

🌊 Mermaid Echo Entertainment LLC x Wisconsin Mer Pod – Venture into a hidden mermaid cove where legends come to life! Meet mesmerizing mermaids, hear enchanting tales of the deep, and perhaps even glimpse a bit of fortune—just be mindful of your own treasures, lest they find a new home under the sea. 🧜‍♀️✨

Mark your calendars, gather your faire folk, and prepare for a day filled with adventure, laughter, and spellbinding performances! 🌿✨

12/03/2025

The Faire Folk Spring Revel is THIS WEEKEND! Who's excited?

We've had some questions about food and we're happy to announce that we'll have The Iron Pig Food Truck serving up their award-winning brisket & pulled pork along with Smoked Veggies and Smoked Jackfruit for our vegan/vegetarian friends!

To learn more about the event visit https://buff.ly/YA2m8A8 now!

11/03/2025

This past weekend, we transported VIP guests to a whimsical Cottagecore retreat at Anime Milwaukee! ✨🌿 Our lounge was a dreamy escape.

It was a magical space to relax, recharge, and revel in the enchantment of the con! 🌼💛 Did you stop by and snap some pics? Drop them in the comments—we’d love to see! 📷✨

09/03/2025

✨ Faire Folk Spring Revel Vendor Spotlight! ✨

Get ready to explore a marketplace full of magic, artistry, and handcrafted wonders at the March 16th Faire Folk Spring Revel! 🌿🧝‍♂️ Here’s a sneak peek at some incredible vendors bringing their unique creations to the event:

🍪Bessie's Baked Goods – A home-based bakery specializing in gourmet cookies, cake cups, mini cakes, and sweet breads. Treat yourself to something sweet! 🍰

👜 Ulthar's Emporium – Handmade cotton reversible bags, wristlets, reusable tea bags, cleaning cloths, display banners, capes, and more! Perfect for everyday use or faire flair!

🕰️ Blunder & Blix – A pop and pop curiosity shoppe creating unique gifts and décor for the unapologetically strange, unusual, and geeky. 🎩🔮

🪡 For Thine Favor – Offering hand-embroidered goods, including necklaces, bookmarks, and signature handkerchiefs—custom and premade designs available!

🧵 Sweet Sara's Sewing – Specializing in men’s shirts, skirts, pants, and witch hats, all made with natural fibers for maximum faire comfort and style! 🧙‍♀️

Don’t miss your chance to shop, support, and take home something truly magical at the Faire Folk Spring Revel! ✨

Tag a friend who needs to see this! 👇

06/03/2025

🌿✨ Add a little magic to your Faire Folk Spring Revel experience with the 2025 Commemorative Pin from Sheldon Pewter! This exclusive pin is the perfect keepsake to remember your day of revelry.

Pins are $20 and expected to sell out quickly—secure yours in advance or at check-in to guarantee your piece of Faire Folk history!

Don’t miss out on this limited edition treasure! 🔮✨

06/03/2025

Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Faire Folks Spring Revel on Sunday, March 16th! We’re thrilled to spotlight a few more of the incredible performers bringing magic, music, and movement to this year’s event:

🔥 Møvement: Prepare to be mesmerized by intricate, high-energy improv performances! With over 8 years of multi-prop mastery, Kryptøs wields poi, staff, knives, and more, creating a hypnotic display of skill and artistry. 🌀⚔️

🎻 Dan the Bard: Ready your charisma checks! Dan the Bard sings original songs about DnD, Star Wars, Star Trek, Anime, Steampunk, and more—a legendary bardic performance worthy of inspiration. 🎶 Roll for fun and add +1 for attending! 🎲✨

🧚 Mia More: Be entranced by the fae as they float above you and spin with the spring breeze. Bringing the art of pole dance to the realm of magic, Mia’s performance is as captivating as it is otherworldly—just beware of being enchanted!

Mark your calendars, gather your fellow faire folk, and join us for a day full of enchantment, laughter, and spellbinding performances! 🌿🎭🎶

04/03/2025

Whether you're a seasoned DM, a brand-new player, or just RPG-curious, our RPG Night is for you! Join us for an evening of one-shot adventures, DM training, and all-around RPG nerdery at Faklandia Brewpub. 🍻⚔️

📅 March 5 | ⏰ 6-10 PM
📍 Faklandia Brewpub (3807 S Packard Ave, St Francis, WI 53235)

Sign up for a game here: https://buff.ly/xOeqv6U

Come for the quests, stay for the company! 🏰🐉 Who’s rolling in?

02/03/2025

Anime Milwaukee VIP guests, prepare to enter a whimsical realm of cozy elegance as Awkward Nerd Events transforms the Anime Milwaukee lounge into a breathtaking Cottagecore retreat! 🌼🏡

Immerse yourself in a charming outdoor-themed setting adorned with trees, lush décor, picnic-style seating, and specially designed photo spots to capture those perfect selfie moments. Whether you want to unwind on a picnic blanket, snuggle into a cozy lounge chair, or take a snapshot at our photo booth, there's an ideal spot waiting for you.

01/03/2025

Ever wanted to explore the mesmerizing world of flow arts? Join Kryptøs of Sacred Designs Flow for Intro to Poi Art, a beginner-friendly workshop designed to awaken your creativity and movement!

What You’ll Learn:
✨ Foundations of poi spinning
✨ Hand-eye coordination & movement techniques
✨ The meditative & expressive side of flow arts

Cost: $10 per person – includes class entry + automatic entry into a raffle to win a set of Knotty Poi! 🎟️🔥 Visit https://krypticmovement.com/pages/performance-inquiry-form to register now because space is limited!