Wade & Diener Home Court Weekend

July 16-18, 2026

Join Dwyane Wade and Travis Diener for an unforgettable Milwaukee weekend celebrating community, youth development and literacy. This high-impact series of events brings together leaders, families, business executives and basketball fans for a one-of-a-kind experience blending sports, hospitality and philanthropy.

ABOUT THE EVENT

Kick off Home Court Weekend at Court to Cork, an exciting evening at Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen featuring Dwyane Wade and Travis Diener as guest bartenders. Enjoy light bites, drinks, games and networking while cheering on Wade and Diener in a friendly tip-raising competition, with proceeds supporting youth development and literacy initiatives across Milwaukee.

General Admission – $35

• Event access from 4–7 p.m.
• One complimentary drink ticket & light bites
• Interactive games and activities

VIP Admission – $95

• Exclusive meet-and-greet with Dwyane Wade and Travis Diener from 3:30–4 p.m. prior to the event
• Two complimentary drink tickets & light bites
• Interactive games and activities

ABOUT THE EVENT

Join Dwyane Wade and Travis Diener for an intimate evening at Lupi & Iris that brings together exceptional dining, storytelling and purpose. The evening begins with a cocktail hour from 6:30–7 p.m., followed by a four-course wine dinner featuring curated programming throughout the night, including live interaction with Wade and Diener, appearances from Marquette men’s basketball and a playful culinary competition as the two go head-to-head to create a dish, with guests casting their votes to determine the winner. 

Individual Ticket – $275

• Four-course wine dinner with wine pairings
• Access to all event programming and culinary competition
• Opportunity to vote in the Wade vs. Diener cooking challenge
• One VIP swag bag

Two Tickets – $500

• Admission for two guests
• Four-course wine dinner with wine pairings
• Access to all event programming and culinary competition
• Opportunity to vote in the Wade vs. Diener cooking challenge
• Two VIP swag bags

Support the Cause

This weekend is rooted in purpose. Bringing together leaders, families and fans, it supports youth development and literacy across Milwaukee. Proceeds from sponsorships and ticket sales support the Tragil Wade-Johnson Summer Reading Program at Marquette, the Visit Milwaukee Foundation and Marquette Basketball facilities, helping create meaningful impact for the next generation.