Major Events Calendar
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!
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…
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…
Celebrating America 250 in Milwaukee
As America celebrates 250 years, Milwaukee stands as proof that innovation happens everywhere from workshops and breweries to factories and music studios. On a Friday night at…
Milwaukee’s 2026 July Festival Preview
Summer is here, and I can’t wait to get out and explore festival season around my hometown of Milwaukee. July is one of my favorite times of year because there’s…
Milwaukee’s Starting XI: Building the Perfect Lineup of Beers You Have to Try
Ah, the World Cup. An uninterrupted month of the beautiful game on the big stage, where once every four years, the eyes of the world watch with bated breath as underdogs turn…
9 of Bobby Portis’ Best Milwaukee Moments and Where to Find Them
And just like that, Bobby Portis’ time in Milwaukee is over. The six-year tenure that saw the Bucks' big man go from role player to fan favorite to perennial Sixth…
Five Places to Celebrate Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Time in Milwaukee
It’s here. The day every Bucks fan feared has finally arrived. Two-time MVP, Defensive Player of the Year and 2021 Finals MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo’s time in the…
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…
Toy Story: How ASTRA is Leaving a Lasting Legacy in Milwaukee
It’s a Friday afternoon, and as usual, a group loads into Baird Center. The hustle and bustle, the energy of the building in motion, are palpable, as staff and volunteers…
Top Soccer Bars to Visit During the World Cup in Milwaukee
Every four years, the World Cup throws the biggest sporting party on the planet, and everyone’s invited. That includes the most passionate soccer fans in Milwaukee and…
Where Can I Watch the the Waterstone Bank Air and Water Show in 2026?
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…
Summerfest 2026 Preview: Lineup, Food, Merch and Must-See Highlights
The soundcheck is over. The stage is set. Summerfest 2026 has almost arrived, and they’re ready to turn it up to 11. That’s right, the world’s largest music…
