Major Events Calendar
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…
Smoke on the Water - MKE's BBQ & Brews Festival
Kick off festival season lakeside as top BBQ vendors take over the lakefront, serving up slow-cooked favorites and mouth-watering bites. Catch live music at the Aurora Pavilion featuring…
Locust Street Festival
In the early 70s, Milwaukee planned to widen Locust Street between Humboldt and Holton. In 1976 after much discussion and debate the neighbors in Riverwest told the authorities they were…
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 Bronzeville Week
Immerse Yourself in Bronzeville Week! The 15th annual Bronzeville Week (August 1 – 8, 2026) offers a mix of family-friendly and enriching diverse activities showcasing Milwaukee’s…
2026 Wisconsin State Fair
Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis is the home of the Wisconsin State Fair, presented by T-Mobile. 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…
Milwaukee Oktoberfest
Raise a stein and celebrate Bavarian tradition at Milwaukee Oktoberfest! Held for the first time at Henry Maier Festival Park—the iconic Summerfest grounds—this three-day festival brings…
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…
24 Best Concerts and Shows in Milwaukee This June
Every month in the Milwaukee Theater District, you’ll find tons of incredible shows to see, but summers here are special. It’s a season of album releases and…
Shop, Sip & Savor: Your Roadmap to a Weekend in the Historic Third Ward
Do you love an excuse to shop a little longer, sip prosecco with friends and turn dinner plans into a full day out? Then clear your calendar because the Historic Third…
Summerfest 2026 Admission Promotions
The only thing better than a Summerfest experience is a free Summerfest experience. The rare opportunity to see your favorite band just for the cost of three cans of beans or a…
Keep ‘Er Movin’: Charlie Berens Itinerary
Author, Journalist, raconteur, professional food taster, small-town bartender impersonator, retired pro baseball hopeful and funny man extraordinaire, Charlie Berens, is a…
6 Events to Make Your Brew City Birding Festival Take Flight
Walking to the car. Grabbing the mail. Taking a lunch stroll. Somewhere along the way, something caught your eye. Maybe it was a flash of color or a shape flitting across the…
Q&A with the Champagne of Comedians, Charlie Berens
Oh my gosh! Charlie Berens is coming to the brand-new Landmark Credit Union Live in support of Christian Yelich's Home Plate Charity Concert on May 21. A man of many…
Your Ultimate Memorial Day Weekend Guide to Milwaukee
Warm weather. Cold beer. A long weekend. It’s not the beginning of a country song, it’s the kickoff to summer, the first taste of festival season and your perfect…
Fresh Cut: What Your Cheese Says About You
For the answers to the universe's deepest mysteries, visions of the future and the alignment of our fates, some look to the stars, others find their answers in the tea…
What Tourism Really Means for Milwaukee (And Why It Matters Right Now)
It’s morning in Milwaukee. The sun crests Lake Michigan’s horizon, painting the grey waters in shimmering hues of blue. Natural splendor gives way to the bustle of…
Vintage Shopping in Milwaukee: Bay View
Thrifting, antiquing, vintage, call it what you want, it’s having a moment. In Milwaukee, style isn’t one-size-fits-all and nowhere is that clearer than in Bay…
