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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. 

15 Can't-Miss Milwaukee Shows in July

School’s out for summer, math is hard and there are so many shows we want to see around Milwaukee this month. So, instead of our usual nine shows, here’s our list of 15 you just can’t miss in July. Babymetal Uline Warehouse Stage, Summerfest Saturday, July 5, at 9:30 The world's largest music…

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Find Your Milwaukee Summer Concert Series

Summer’s here, and the time is right for dancing in the street! Or, on second thought, maybe not in the street so much as at a local park or outdoor music venue around Milwaukee. With nothing but warm weather ahead and summer vibes all around town, there’s really no better place to be to soak in the…

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9 Can't-Miss Milwaukee Shows in June

As we leap into summer, the City of Festivals launches its jam-packed slate of fests, with festival action along the lakefront and throughout the city nearly every weekend in June. But don’t worry, for theater lovers looking to beat the heat, there’s still plenty to see in the Milwaukee Theater…

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9 Can’t-Miss Milwaukee Shows in May

April showers bring May shows in the Milwaukee Theater District! Whether you're looking to feel the depths of heartbreak and conflict or perseverance and redemption, witness generation-defining artists or uncover the whimsical wonders of Dog Man, here are all the top shows to see in MKE this month…

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9 Can’t-Miss Milwaukee Shows in April

Spring is in the air in the Milwaukee Theater District! From budding up-and-coming artists to the flourishing final number of a Broadway musical, the city’s theater scene is in full bloom this month. Here are our nine shows you just have to see in April. Sister Act April 4-27 | Broadway Theatre…

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9 Can’t-Miss Milwaukee Shows in March

The Milwaukee Theater District is giving March Madness a whole new meaning. Typically reserved for the unpredictable sporting chaos and fast-paced action that can only be found during the NCAA Tournament, this March, the district’s packed calendar, the excitement of all the shows, large and small…

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2025 Summerfest Headliners Announced

As the snowflakes fly today, sunny summer days can feel so far away. A cool breeze on a warm Milwaukee evening. A crisp beer in hand. The hypnotic sound of your favorite band playing your favorite song at Henry Maier Festival Park. Right now, it all feels like a distant memory, lying dormant in…

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9 Shows to See in Milwaukee This February

The shortest month of the year packs some of the season’s biggest shows in the Milwaukee Theater District. From classic plays to jam bands, we’ve got what you need to make theater plans this month. Here’s what to see in Milwaukee this February. The Classics They’re timeless, they’re staples of…

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9 Shows We Can't Wait to See in January

In the season of resolutions, now’s the perfect time to choose to see more shows in the Milwaukee Theater District this year! Great, now that that’s settled, what better way to get started on your newest New Year’s resolution than to dive in right away? Here are nine shows in the Milwaukee Theater…

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Violent Femmes 40th Anniversary with MSO Hits National PBS Broadcast

Do you like “American Music?” We like “American Music.” Okay, “American Music” isn’t on the Violent Femmes’ self-titled album. Crazy. The Violent Femmes are an undeniably local band. Each of the group’s founding members grew up in the city, where they shaped the sound that pioneered the folk-punk…

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