Major Events Calendar
Anime Milwaukee 2026
Anime Milwaukee (AMKE) is Wisconsin's largest anime convention, celebrating Japanese animation, culture, and fandom. The upcoming event will take place from March 6 to 8, 2026, at the…
Shamrock Shuffle
The Shamrock Shuffle is more than just the biggest St. Patrick’s Day-themed Party in Wisconsin. It is a community event that brings people together to not only celebrate one of America’s…
Adepticon 2026
AdeptiCon, the world's premier wargaming convention, is set to take place from March 25th to 29th, 2026, at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Celebrating over two decades of…
2026 Milwaukee Film Festival
Join us for the 2026 Milwaukee Film Festival presented by Associated Bank - April 16-30, 2026. Details about films and tickets will be found at mkefilm.org as the festival approaches.
Spring Gallery Night MKE
Gallery Night MKE – Milwaukee’s original gallery hop event – unites the city through art. Experience the vast creative culture in MKE while you discover local galleries, art…
Midwest Gaming Classic
The Midwest Gaming Classic is a 350,000+ square foot trade show featuring over 10,000 games on free play, along with over 200 vendors and over 100 industry guests! We’re the largest and…
Bay View Gallery Night
Bay View Gallery Night returns to Milwaukee’s Bay View neighborhood on Friday, May 29th, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., showcasing the area’s creative spirit through a self-guided evening of…
Milwaukee Tattoo Festival
The Milwaukee Tattoo Festival offers a selection of over 200 of the best artists from all over the world right here in Milwaukee for three days of tattooing, art making, merch selling…
PrideFest
Milwaukee Pride, Inc. - the parent organization of PrideFest, Wisconsin’s largest LGBTQ+ event announced PrideFest will return to Henry Maier Festival Park to kick off Milwaukee’s…
Polish Fest 2026
Join Us for Polish Fest 2026! Experience the rich culture, delicious food, lively music, and warm hospitality of Poland and Polish Americans at Polish Fest, the largest Polish festival in…
Summerfest Weekend One 2026
Join us for the 58th year of Summerfest spanning over three weekends this summer, June 18-20, June 25-27, and July 2-4!
Summerfest Weekend Two 2026
Join us for the 58th year of Summerfest spanning over three weekends this summer, June 18-20, June 25-27, and July 2-4!
Summerfest Weekend Three 2026
Join us for the 58th year of Summerfest spanning over three weekends this summer, June 18-20, June 25-27, and July 2-4!
Festa Italiana
Festa Italiana's "Little Italy on the Lakefront" will feature Festa favorites including the Cucina Showcase, Heritage/Cultural Exhibit, Italian Idol, Fireworks, Bocce Tournament, Mass…
Summer Gallery Night MKE
Gallery Night MKE – Milwaukee’s original gallery hop event – unites the city through art. Experience the vast creative culture in MKE while you discover local galleries, art…
German Fest
Experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of Germany right on Milwaukee’s lakefront! German Fest Milwaukee is North America’s largest German festival, celebrating authentic culture…
16th Annual Milwaukee Brewfest
Taste your way through unlimited pours offered by the world’s best brew masters. There’s something for everyone! ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW – Gates open at 2:00 PM for VIP and 3:00 PM for…
2026 Wisconsin State Fair
Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis is the home of the Wisconsin State Fair, presented by UScellular. The first State Fair was held in Janesville along the banks of the Rock River in…
Irish Fest
A hundred thousand welcomes are waiting for you. Experience the magic of Ireland at Milwaukee Irish Fest, August 13-16, at the Henry Maier Festival Park. The four-day festival boasts 18…
Mexican Fiesta
Mexican Fiesta brings the sound, culture, and taste of México to Milwaukee’s lakefront this coming August 21, 22 & 23, 2026. Join in on the fun as we celebrate two days of fun, food…
Freshwater Food & Wine Festival
Freshwater Food & Wine showcases the vibrant flavors, talent, and culture of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, plus a broader culinary scene. This immersive, high-energy event blends elevated…
Dance Fest 2026
Nō Studios is thrilled to bring Dance Fest back to Milwaukee in 2026. This all-ages, family-friendly event features a combined performance showcasing dance companies from across the…
Fall Gallery Night MKE
Gallery Night MKE – Milwaukee’s original gallery hop event – unites the city through art. Experience the vast creative culture in MKE while you discover local galleries, art…
What Your March Madness Sports Bar Says About You
March is quite possibly the best month of the year. Yeah, July has its place, and January is bright and shiny and new. It’s true that December brings holiday cheer, and…
2026 Spring Festival Guide
Spring: a season of growth and renewal. A season of new beginnings and melting snow. A season with signs of light and full of life everywhere you look. As the weather starts to…
Saint Patrick’s Day in Milwaukee 2026
St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and preparations are already underway to celebrate this Irish holiday right here in Milwaukee. All month long, you can…
Spring Breakthrough: Spring Break Your Way in Milwaukee
This Spring Break, escape to Milwaukee! Far from the crowded beaches of Florida, the family-friendly shores of the Fresh Coast have everything you need to make the most of your…
Coming in 2026: Milwaukee's New & Upcoming Developments
Milwaukee really showed off in 2025. Baird Center scooped up local and national awards like it was its full-time job. The Milwaukee Brewers captured the hearts of baseball fans…
New in Milwaukee: Landmark Credit Union Live
Milwaukee's newest venue is ready to open its doors and make its mark on the city's already incredible live music scene. The 4,500-capacity Landmark Credit Union Live…
10 Affordable Milwaukee Made Souvenirs to Bring Home from Your Travels
Did you really visit a destination if you didn’t come home with a souvenir… or maybe a suitcase full of them? We’ve all been there, drawn in by T-shirts…
Summerfest Announces 2026 Lineup
Spring (and summer) is on the way! Each year, the calendar's shift isn't marked by the groundhog's mystical prediction. It isn't in the "Farmer's…
Destination Professionals Day: Meet the Team Behind Visit Milwaukee
On February 19, we celebrate Destination Professionals Day, a day dedicated to the people who help bring visitors, meetings and major events to communities across the country…
10 Best 2026 Milwaukee Brewers Giveaways So Far
Milwaukee loves a good giveaway day at the ballpark. Bobbleheads, hats, windbreakers, even an Alpine hat? Yes, please. Picking up one of these limited pieces of memorabilia is…
