Sleigh bells sing; the snow is glistening. Holiday fun? We’re listening. The most magical time of year is officially in the air, and you can find festive cheer around every turn. It may be early December, but Milwaukee’s holiday bars and pop-ups are already going all-in on the festive frenzy. Here…
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The City of Festivals doesn’t let a little cold keep us from throwing a party and inviting the whole world to join in. When Jack Frost bites, we bundle up or head indoors to keep the festive fun rolling all year long. So, bust out your mittens, pull on your coat, brew a big cup of cocoa and get…
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All across Milwaukee, twinkling lights bring wonder to winter nights. Stroll through the city’s charming streets, cocoa in hand and snow at your feet. Music drifts through the chilly air as laughter and warmth fill the squares. The season feels merry, the city so bright. Here are 11 places to see…
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Chicago has the Christkindlmarket. New York has Rockefeller Plaza. But Milwaukee has something even better that’s making spirits bright this season. Welcome to the Deer District Holiday Market. There’s no place like Milwaukee for the holidays, and this year, festive cheer lives in the land of the…
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Milwaukee does Black Friday differently. Sure, wander the city and you'll find stores all over town offering discounts and deals on just about everything, but many locals line up for an even more exclusive release. On Thanksgiving night, or in the wee hours of Friday morning, many locals brave the…
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So your partners are off in the woods, and you? You’ve got a hotel key in one hand, a martini in the other and no plans to take it easy. Welcome to Deer Widows Weekend in Milwaukee, a full 36 hours of sparkle, snacks and slightly questionable decisions that you’ll laugh about for months. Here’s how…
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Milwaukee’s outdoor dining and nightlife scenes turn up the heat when the crisp fall air rolls off Lake Michigan. Each year, these bars and restaurants that boast spectacular views of the shining skyline and shimmering waterways fire up their firepits and heaters to make patio season last just a…
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Fall in Milwaukee smells like roasted coffee, baked apples and specialty beers with just the right touch of pumpkin from local breweries. The city leans into the season like an old friend, warm, familiar and reliable. If there’s a place that knows how to bottle autumn’s energy, it’s right here…
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Cool breezes roll in from Lake Michigan, leaves crunch underfoot and the call of a ballgame fills the air at American Family Field. Milwaukee doesn’t slow down when summer ends. Trade tailgates for Oktoberfest tents, swap fair food for pumpkin-spiced treats and raise a glass to a fall you’ll only…
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Ike Wynter is a cut above the rest. Under a shrouded cloud of sawdust, the Milwaukee-based artist has quietly made a name for himself, earning national media attention for his work during the NFL Draft, Sunday Night Football and more. Known for his intricate pieces consisting of natural reclaimed…
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