Business & Community Events
Visit Milwaukee’s Business & Community Events calendar is your go-to source for local networking, entrepreneurial events and community-driven gatherings. From workshops and professional mixers to lecture series, job fairs and civic engagement forums, this calendar highlights the people and programs shaping Milwaukee’s future. Whether you’re a small business owner, job seeker, engaged resident or lifelong learner, you’ll find events here that connect, inspire and move our city forward.
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Milwaukee Events for Movers and Makers
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Milwaukee's August Festival Guide
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Milwaukee’s 2026 July Festival Preview
Summer is here, and I can’t wait to get out and explore festival season around my hometown of Milwaukee. July is one of my favorite times of year because there’s…
2026 Wisconsin State Fair Preview
Moo-ve over, summer, the Wisconsin State Fair is back, and ready for 11 days of fair play! Taking place August 6-16 this year, this annual summer fair is a staple and a…
What Makes Milwaukee So Queer?
Milwaukee doesn’t brag about its vibrant LGBTQ+ community. In true Midwest fashion, Milwaukee is humble. This is a city that won’t tell you - it will show you…
Where Can I Watch the the Waterstone Bank Air and Water Show in 2026?
Jet engines roar overhead. Sunlight glints off the lake. Crowds line the shore, eyes on the sky and feet in the sand. The Waterstone Bank Air & Water Show is back. This…
Vintage Shopping in Milwaukee: Walker’s Point
Our vintage shopping series is back, and this time we're heading to Walker's Point, Milwaukee's oldest neighborhood. Founded in 1834, it's packed with…
Spoon First, Ask Questions Later: Milwaukee’s Frozen Custard Legacy
Milwaukee doesn’t do soft serve. We do custard. Thick. Eggy. Unapologetically rich. You don’t lick it daintily; you dive in spoon-first like your life depends on…
Celebrating America 250 in Milwaukee
As America celebrates 250 years, Milwaukee stands as proof that innovation happens everywhere from workshops and breweries to factories and music studios. On a Friday night at…
21 Best Concerts and Shows in Milwaukee This July
Summer sounds different in Milwaukee. It’s the world’s largest music festival, sending ripples across Lake Michigan. It’s outdoor music series wafting tunes…
Milwaukee’s Starting XI: Building the Perfect Lineup of Beers You Have to Try
Ah, the World Cup. An uninterrupted month of the beautiful game on the big stage, where once every four years, the eyes of the world watch with bated breath as underdogs turn…