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. 

Milwaukee Vibe Check

The many live music stages peppered throughout the Milwaukee area create an entertainment community that is music to any fan’s ears. These include beautiful, opulent theaters and intimate, independent music venues. They host up-and-coming acts, national headliners and local musicians, and they make…

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A Taste of Germany in Milwaukee

Old-world flavors meet first-class hospitality at these restaurants, the standard-bearers for Milwaukee's German heritage. Kegel’s Inn Born in Austria in 1892, John T. Kegel immigrated to the United States in 1911. After working as a trimmer and milkman, John was convinced by a long-time…

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One-Stop Shopping in Milwaukee

Shopping centers aren't just for finding the latest deals in fashion or gadgets. They are one-stop places where you can shop, dine, relax and be entertained for hours on end. Here are just a few of the area's shopping havens. From the ashes of tragedy, a flourishing marketplace and food hall in…

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Our 5 Favorite Things From Summerfest Weekend 1

Summerfest’s first weekend is in the books, and it had a little bit of everything that makes the world’s largest music festival a spectacular Milwaukee must-do. From fireworks at great heights to “Top Chef” bites, celeb cameos to headlining shows, and weather that reminded us of the beautiful…

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15 Milwaukee “Top Chef” Locations Revisited

Before Reading, please note: This blog contains Bravo’s “Top Chef: Wisconsin” spoilers. If you’d like to preserve the culinary suspense until you’re caught up, we’ll be right here when you’re ready! It all came down to one last chance at glory in the season finale of Bravo’s “Top Chef: Wisconsin,”…

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Wauwatosa Summer Events 2024

Summertime in the Cream City means more. More sunny afternoons on the beach. More breezy days at beer gardens. More scoops of creamy frozen custard. And a seemingly endless array of ways to celebrate summer in Milwaukee. With a packed festival season and events like the Tour of America’s Dairyland…

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Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Season 50 Announced

There’s always something new to see in Milwaukee’s most entertaining district! Throughout the Milwaukee Theater District, you can catch everything from incendiary rock shows to scintillating Broadway musicals and dramatic plays to sweeping symphony performances. Entertaining new shows are announced…

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Milwaukee Memorial Day 2024

The warmer weather, a three-day weekend, and just like that, the summer state of mind has arrived. That’s right, Memorial Day is the perfect weekend to spend some time with the family and savor this opening salvo of summer. There’s so much going on around town this time of year, so to put your…

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Meet Baird Center's New Art Collection

When you think of art, a convention center may not be top of mind. You might think of the city’s art museums or galleries peppered throughout the area, and you wouldn’t be remiss in thinking about the architectural marvels that make up Milwaukee’s skyline. But, inside the newly expanded Baird…

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Baird Center Expansion

Now that the expansion is complete, the Baird Center will offer 52 state-of-the-art breakout rooms, 300,000 contiguous square feet of exhibition space, the stunning rooftop Baird Ballroom with city views, inclusive amenities and more!

Women's College Volleyball Showcase

Tickets for the Women’s College Volleyball Showcase, running from September 1-2 at Fiserv Forum, are on sale now. Get your single match tickets and two-day match packages today!