The Blog

 

Our blog is a digital compass that guides you through the experiences, stories, and insights that make Milwaukee truly special. With every post, we invite you to explore the hidden gems that await your discovery, immerse yourself in the local culture, and embark on virtual journeys that spark your wanderlust. Whether you're planning your next adventure, seeking insider tips, or simply indulging in armchair exploration, let us inspire, inform, and ignite your curiosity. Start exploring now and dive into a world of endless possibilities. 

Your Dream Three-Day Golf Getaway

So you’ve finally found a few days to spend on that long-awaited golf tour with your friends. Well, it turns out, there’s no better place to do it. Wisconsin, after all, is home to 10 of the 100 greatest public golf courses in Golf Digest’s 2023-2024 rankings. It also routinely welcomes the world’s…

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End-of-Summer Family Fun

Summer is winding to a close, and back-to-school is right around the corner, but there’s still plenty of time to soak up some family fun this summer before the first school bell rings! We’ve collected a list of activities to pack your day with fun for the whole family. From kiddos that love…

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Hip-Hop Week MKE 2023

Here in the City of Festivals, you can celebrate just about anything. With more than 100 festivals throughout the city, from cultural celebrations to music festivals, there's something for everyone. This year, VISIT Milwaukee is thrilled to sponsor the nation's first Hip-Hop week. A celebration of…

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Milwaukee Book Trail

Turn the page this year and explore the many bookstores found around town. Romance and drama, sci-fi and suspense, humor and wit. No matter what you’re looking for, these local booksellers have a page-turner just for you. Choose your own adventure on this non-fictional literary quest to these area…

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Wauwatosa Public Art Guide

Wauwatosa’s combination of galleries and public art makes it a perfect destination for serious and casual art aficionados alike. And when your eyes need a break from browsing, you’ll find plenty of spots to kick back, relax and refresh. Tosa’s commitment to art is exemplified by the commissioning…

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2023 MKE Black Theatre Festival

The MKE Black Theatre Festival is back in 2023 and bigger than ever. The largest festival yet, the three-week-long celebration designed to support Black creatives features a series of free events as well as two full-production plays: “Mud Row” and “The Meeting.” Kicking off today, August 9, head to…

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Explore Bobby Portis’ Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s Official Hype Man is back! Bucks big man and fan-favorite Bobby Portis showed Visit Milwaukee some of his favorite places around town and discovered a few new ones. Come along with us as we spend the day the Underdog way. Have a mammoth start to your day exploring Wisconsin’s…

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