Plan a Visit
Whether you’re daydreaming about a trip to Milwaukee or are already here, we have everything you need to make the most out of your time in our quirky, colorful city.
Hotel Packages
Milwaukee's hotels are ready to welcome you! Whether you're an arts lover, a road tripper, a foodie, or looking for family fun, these packages and offers will make your vacation (or staycation!) in Milwaukee extra special.
Events
Milwaukee is known for always finding a way to have a good time. Although our summer calendar looks different this year, there is still so much going on. From guided kayak paddles to food tours, start exploring what's on tap in Milwaukee this summer.
Weekly Event Newsletter
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Major Events
Find out which events are on for 2022!
Meetings
When you're ready to plan your next event, Milwaukee is ready to help you safely and confidently host your meeting. Our team has worked closely with city, county, and state officials as well as the local business community to stay up to date with safety precautions for both residents and visitors.
Sports Events
Milwaukee is an attractive, affordable "Sports-Friendly City," and ideal host of events ranging from baseball, volleyball, and hockey, to fencing, table tennis, speed-skating, and gymnastics.
Submit a RFP
Looking for the perfect setting for any size meeting? Contact us by submitting an online Request For Proposal (RFP) form and a member of the VISIT Milwaukee convention sales team will contact you.
About MKE
Milwaukee is a city that cherishes its roots; you'll see revitalized architecture throughout downtown, and a parade of summer festivals celebrate the diverse cultures that made the city what it is today.
Unique Unites
Milwaukee prides itself on being a place that welcomes all people. No matter who you are or what you celebrate, Milwaukee has something for you. From Bublr Bikes to Harley Davidson motorcycles, catching a show at the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra to rocking out at Summerfest, or walking through booths at the Juneteenth Day Festival to sipping on authentic beer at German Days, the extraordinary culture of Brew City is one that can be experienced at any time throughout the year. Milwaukee is the place where unique unites.
Milwaukee Deals
With the Milwaukee Deals Pass, you can do more for less. Save on your next visit to downtown restaurants, breweries, museums, theaters, local boutiques, tours, activities, and more. Start exploring and saving today!
May 22, 2022
Sunday
Presented by Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. at Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co.
Hanna Simone Album Release show!
May 24, 2022
Tuesday
Presented by Marcus Performing Arts Center at Uihlein Hall - Marcus Center
The Unfortunate Return of the Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour with special guest...
May 25, 2022
Wednesday
Presented by St. Francis Public Library at St. Francis Public Library
Annie Wegner-LeFort will share how to safely preserve food.
May 26, 2022
Thursday
Get the answer to your library resources and basic device questions.
Join Alicia Odewale as she uncovers stories of resilience in the hundred years since the attack on B...
From America to Mexico to Peru travels the ever-curious music project known as Death is a Business.
Apr 17, 2022–May 29, 2022
Presented by Milwaukee County Parks System at Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory - The Dom...
Visit "Senses" and breathe deeply in the present moment. Experience the aromas of fragrant herbs and...
Feb 04, 2022–May 30, 2022
Presented by Charles Allis Art Museum at Charles Allis Art Museum
Join us to view and experience 35 original costumes from the hit PBS series "Downton Abbey."
May 11, 2022–May 30, 2022
Presented by Milwaukee County Parks System at Juneau Park
Featuring a Sprecher firetruck, converted and outfitted with tap handles for a changing selection of...
Jan 13, 2022–May 31, 2022
Presented by Milwaukee County Historical Society at Milwaukee County Historical Society
Explore the Milwaukee County Historical Society's updated and interactive exhibit on how water has s...
May 31, 2022
Presented by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. (Summerfest) at BMO Harris Pavilion
Chart-topping sister trio HAIM will be bringing their One More HAIM Tour to the BMO Harris Pavilion,...
Jun 02, 2022
Primus will pay homage to prog-rock legends Rush next summer with A Tribute to Kings, a cross-countr...
With soulful lyrics and a diverse range of musical inspiration, Ben's music has a storytelling quali...
Jun 03, 2022
Friday
Presented by Made in Milwaukee
Celebrate local art, music, business, and community at Bay View Gallery Night.
Phoebe Bridger's North American run of the Reunion Tour includes a slew of dates April to August - s...
Jun 04, 2022
Saturday
Presented by Schlitz Audubon Nature Center at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Spend a summer evening outdoors at the Center tasting wines from around the globe while meeting our ...
Presented by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. (Summerfest)
Jun 03, 2022–Jun 04, 2022
Presented by City of Wauwatosa at The Village in Wauwatosa
ART 64 is a one-of-a-kind, bracket-style live painting tournament that will take place in four round...
Presented by Arts @ Large at Arts @ Large
From Drums to Drummers | Sam Kacala
Jun 05, 2022
Join us for a night of Bluegrass with Fox Crossing Stringband and Soggy Prairie.
Apr 21, 2022–Jun 05, 2022
Presented by The Fireside Dinner Theatre at The Fireside Dinner Theatre
In this installment of The Church Basement Ladies series, the year is 1960 and a reformation is unde...
May 31, 2022–Jun 05, 2022
Presented by Marcus Performing Arts Center at Marcus Performing Arts Center
Roald Dahl's amazing tale is now Milwaukee's golden ticket!
Presented by Scottish Festivals, Inc. at Hart Park
Celebrate all things Scottish at the Milwaukee Highland Games, including food, dance, athletics… oh, and sheepdogs!
Jun 02, 2022–Jun 05, 2022
Presented by Milwaukee Pride, Inc. at Henry W. Maier Festival Park
Live proud at PrideFest Milwaukee, the world’s largest LGBTQ event with permanent festival grounds.
Presented by United Performing Arts Fund at Urban Park (outside the north gates to Summerfest)...
Premiering the new Hoan Loop Course, this community event is a fundraiser for UPAF Performing Arts M...
Jun 06, 2022
Monday
Join us for - From Buttons to Jewels: Button Earring Making at Arts @ Large - with Lilo!
Jun 07, 2022
REO Speedwagon, Styx with special guest Loverboy "Live and UnZoomed" for one night only at the Ameri...
Jun 08, 2022
Presented by Bayshore at Bayshore
BAYSHORE's Family Flicks movie series presented by Shorewest Realtors - Northshore Office returns th...
Jun 09, 2022
Join us for an evening with NINETEEN THIRTEEN
Jun 10, 2022
Presented by Museum of Wisconsin Art at MOWA | DTN located inside Saint Kate-The Arts Hote...
Join the Museum of Wisconsin Art in downtown Milwaukee for a glittering art experience as we celebra...
R.A.T.M.A.N. Open Jam
Join us for a night with one of the most iconic saxophonists of the current age, David Sanborn.
Jun 11, 2022
Presented by Water Lantern Festival at Veterans Park
Join us for an event that was voted #1 Best Cultural Festival by USA TODAY two years in a row!
I Wanna Write, Right Now | Brit Nicole
Join us in a Drum Circle at Arts @ Large with Mark Soriano.
May 07, 2022–Jun 12, 2022
At the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
Six-year-old CJ is visiting his boisterous Nana, reluctantly accompanying her on a bus ride that he ...