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 Adventures for Kids at Every Age

Milwaukee is built for family fun, no matter your kids’ ages or interests! From hands-on museums and outdoor adventures to interactive theater and one-of-a-kind attractions, there’s something for every little explorer. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or just looking for a new way to spend…

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7 Great Tosa Restaurant Week Deals

Of the signs that spring is on its way, Tosa Restaurant Week may just be one of our favorites. Each March, this 10-day parade of discounts and deals at Wauwatosa restaurants presents an opportunity to explore something new and revisit a local favorite as we sample delicious dishes from this…

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Milwaukee's Friday Fish Fry is a Must Try!

In honor of Governor Tony Evers, County Executive David Crowley and Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s proclamation making Friday, March 7 Friday Fish Fry Day throughout the state of Wisconsin and our community, we want to highlight some of the ways our city shows up for this culinary delight! The History…

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Milwaukee’s Year of Sports: A 2025 Preview

It’s a banner year for the Cream City. After the Brewers put together a division-winning 2024 season and the Bucks brought home a new NBA Cup trophy to end the year, 2025 is certain to be an even bigger year of sports in Milwaukee, featuring a packed calendar with adrenaline-pumping action…

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8 Classic Romantic Milwaukee Date Nights

Whether you’re on the hunt for Valentine’s Day ideas or a random Tuesday evening, consider this your cheat sheet to romance in the Good Land. Check out these eight great date ideas with a Cream City twist! Dinner and a Show in the Milwaukee Theater District Food, entertainment and quality time…

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12 Days of Holiday Fun in Milwaukee

There’s no place like Milwaukee for the holidays! The Cream City is in the spirit of the season, and all around town, you’ll find events, experiences, shows and displays so full of festive cheer that will have even the Grinch-iest among us feeling merry and bright. Whether it’s holiday shows in the…

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16 Spooky Halloween Haunts in Milwaukee

Once upon a midnight query, the blog series, Over a quaint and curious page of well-loved lore – While I nodded, keyboard tapping, suddenly there came a rapping, As some one mapping, mapping their adventure “Tis some visitor,” I muttered, “mapping their adventure – Only this and nothing more.”…

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The Best of TosaFest 2024

TosaFest, a classic end-of-summer fest just west of Milwaukee, is coming up this weekend! On September 6-7, the annual staple in the charming suburb just 15 minutes from downtown has a little bit of everything to ensure you give summer a farewell toast. From a curd-crushing contest to Kidsfest…

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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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414 Day in Milwaukee 2024

In Milwaukee, it’s all 4 1 and 1 4 all on 414 Day. A day mirroring the city’s area code (414), on April 14 every year, Milwaukee swells to a fever pitch in a grand celebration of local pride for everything that makes Milwaukee home. From live events to giveaways throughout the day, you can discover…

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