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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. 

2025 Wisconsin State Fair Preview

Moo-ve over, summer, the Wisconsin State Fair is back, and ready for 11 days of fair play! Taking place July 31- August 10 this year, this annual summer fair is a staple and a tradition that brings together some of the state’s most impressive agricultural products in a carnival atmosphere. It’s…

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Milwaukee's August Festival Guide

August in Wisconsin is festival season in full bloom, where every weekend feels like a celebration. Whether you’re chasing live music, cultural flavors, quirky traditions or just a great excuse to be outside, there’s something magical waiting at each event. Here’s your go-to guide for August…

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6 Best Spots to Catch the Waterstone Bank Air and Water Show

Jet engines roar overhead. Sunlight glints off the lake. Crowds line the shore, eyes on the sky and feet in the sand. The Waterstone Bank Air & Water Show is back. This splashy summer tradition brings thrilling stunts to both sky and surf, with aircraft soaring above and watercraft cutting across…

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ArtBlaze 2025 Dates Announced

Following an out-of-this-world ArtBlaze in 2024 that featured the striking extraterrestrial-inspired cosmopods, a 12-foot-long dragon sand sculpture and over 600 toasted s’mores at Bradford and South Shore beaches, Joy Engine announced the return of the nonprofit's flagship event earlier this week…

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One Thing to Discover at Every Milwaukee Festival in July

Summer in the City of Festivals continues with a bang in July. While fireworks are typically reserved for the Fourth of July, this month, these festivals will light up the night and awe crowds all over town. To help you map your month, here’s one thing you just can’t miss at each July festival in…

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Milwaukee PrideFest Preview

It’s here! PrideFest, Wisconsin’s largest LGBTQ festival, kicks off TODAY! Wowing the crowd for three days, 2025 PrideFest features everything from award-winning artists to side-splitting comedians and top-tier DJs to drag shows, coming together to create a celebration of Pride that you just have to…

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7 Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in Milwaukee

Father’s Day fun is around every corner in Milwaukee! A day to celebrate your dad (or father figure) and the meaningful impact he’s made in your life, this is your chance to show him how much he means to you. And, while we’re sure he’d love to add another tie, tool or piece of grill equipment to…

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Art 64 Returns to Wauwatosa

Creating great art is an elusive process. Sometimes it appears in a flash. Other times, it takes years of meticulously placed brushstrokes. Each artist has their own process to bring their vision to life. Art 64 is a little different. The live painting competition blends the fast-paced, frantic…

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5 Things to See and Do at Wisconsin and Beer Lovers Fest

There are some things that just go hand-in-hand. Peanut butter and jelly. Mac and cheese. Giannis and the Bucks. Wisconsin and beer. Okay, you could say cheese or brats or a friendly midwestern hospitality that’s second to none, but that’s not really the point. Wisconsin just isn’t Wisconsin without…

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