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Lucky Charm: St. Patrick’s Day in Milwaukee 2023

Lucky Charm: St. Patrick’s Day in Milwaukee 2023

Top ‘o the morning to you! This St. Patrick’s Day, find your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow in Milwaukee. From the hue of your favorite amber brew to a golden-brown pot of mouthwatering cheese curds, all signs point to the Brew City as your hub for this Irish celebration. All weekend, celebrate the day with events and activities throughout the Milwaukee area! Check out some of these stops and plan your St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans today!

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Hooray for Fish Fry-day

Hooray for Fish Fry-day

Fire up those fryers because we’ve got another reason for you to look forward to Fridays! Restaurants around town offer the crispy, fried holy grail of the sea, usually served with a side of fries, coleslaw, and rye bread. No matter if you’re a fish fry novice or a pescatarian aficionado, we’ve put together a list of five places to try this tasty staple.

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Visit Milwaukee During Hotel Month

Visit Milwaukee During Hotel Month

Hotel Month is back and better than ever for its third consecutive year. This year, save on your stay at 29 hotels throughout the area offering special discounts at rates of $100, $125, $150, and $175.

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Slow & Steady: Nature’s Underdog Story

Slow & Steady: Nature’s Underdog Story

The Survival of the Slowest exhibit showcases several of these resilient species throughout the open space. Organized by categories like speed, size, fitness, and slow and steady, 19 habitats featuring animals of all different species with everything from horned frogs to the dangling sloth.

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Going Hog Wild for Groundhog Day in Milwaukee

Going Hog Wild for Groundhog Day in Milwaukee

Today, we celebrate our furry foreseer, our four-legged fortune teller, our marmot oracle, Gordy the groundhog. To mark the occasion, we’re going hog wild! No matter the outcome, an early spring or six more weeks of winter, we’ve planned a day of groundhog-inspired activities. That’s right woodchuck chuckers, it’s Groundhog Dayyyyyy!

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Milwaukee's Mocktail Makers

Milwaukee's Mocktail Makers

If N/A is more your style, check out our favorite places to enjoy mocktails inspired by drinks, beers, and ingredients packed with flavor without the hangover.

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Mil-walking in a Winter Wonderland

Mil-walking in a Winter Wonderland

Happy holidays! ‘Tis the season to celebrate all your favorite festivities! Whether you’re hanging the Yuletide with care or roasting chestnuts, decking the halls, or simply having a cup of good cheer, we've put together a list with everything you need to make your spirits bright as you’re Mil-walking in a winter wonderland.

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2023 NYE in MKE

2023 NYE in MKE

If you are planning your New Year's Eve adventure - look no further. From a night out on the town, to a relaxing meal, to an entertaining show, we have you covered.

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Holiday Guide

Holiday Guide

This holiday season, skip the lines and find the perfect present for everyone on your list! From unique gifts to craft goods, these gifts are sure to add a personal touch. We've thought of a few ides to help you get gifting at Milwaukee area shops and business to make the holidays merry and bright!

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Brew City Fast Break in Wauwatosa

Brew City Fast Break in Wauwatosa

The Brew City Battle is headed to American Family Field this fall. Experience the adrenaline of college hoops in a whole new way as the University of Wisconsin Badgers Men’s and Women’s basketball teams take Center Field in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.

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Milwaukee Mural Art-Inerary

Milwaukee Mural Art-Inerary

From the annual exhibitions established by Sculpture Milwaukee to the many vibrant murals adding splashes of color to our cityscape, art is everywhere you look in the Cream City.

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Once Upon a Time in MKE

Once Upon a Time in MKE

The Miller High Life Theatre invites all noble fans to Disney Princess - The Concert on December 8th. But you don't have to wait until then for an enchanting Milwaukee experience, fit for royalty. Use this guide to spend time before the show visiting Milwaukee as the Disney princesses would!

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On Top of the World: Milwaukee Named One of National Geographic’s Best Places to Visit in 2023

On Top of the World: Milwaukee Named One of National Geographic’s Best Places to Visit in 2023

Milwaukee, the Cream City, the Good Land, the City of Champions, now has a brand-new title to add to our mantle. On Wednesday, October 22, National Geographic released its annual “Best of the World” list, including breathtaking national parks, rich cultural sites, and natural splendors from around the world. Ranging from Italy’s Appian Way to Choquequirao, Peru, Busan, South Korea to Alberta, Canada, the list of 25 Best Places to Visit featured only five United States destinations, including a great place on a Great Lake, Milwaukee, Wisconsin!

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3-Day Bachelorette Weekend Getaway

3-Day Bachelorette Weekend Getaway

You just need a weekend away with your friends! To take the stress out of the planning process, we’ve created a fun-filled itinerary with everything you need to have the perfect girls trip to Milwaukee.

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An Artistic Adventure in Milwaukee

An Artistic Adventure in Milwaukee

Calling all art aficionados, immersive enthusiasts, and the creatively inclined! They say a picture is worth 1,000 words, but an artistic retreat leading you through some of the finest art museums in the southeastern Wisconsin area is priceless. With this art-inerary as your guide, you can explore endless expressions of art from Racine to Kohler.

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