Major Events Happening in 2026
Each year Milwaukee holds events that bring in people from all over the country. From our annual festivals to our lakefront sporting events, there is no shortage of things to do here. Below you can find Milwaukee area events that bring in thousands, if not, tens of thousands of visitors each year.
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…
Zoo Brew A 21+ Evening Event
Raise a glass at one of Milwaukee’s most anticipated fall traditions! Grab a pilsner by the penguins or a lager by the lions as Zoo Brew returns for an unforgettable evening at the…
Milwaukee Public Market Harvest Festival
Milwaukee Public Market is celebrating another year around the sun with our annual Harvest Festival! 🍂🎃 Held each year in celebration of the Market’s anniversary, Harvest Festival is…
Christmas in the Ward
‘Tis the season to celebrate! On Friday, Dec. 4, the Historic Third Ward ushers in the holiday season with its 37th annual Christmas in the Ward event in Catalano Square, 147 N. Broadway…
Holiday Folk Fair International
Now in its 83rd year, Holiday Folk Fair International is the largest indoor multicultural festival in the United States, welcoming tens of thousands of attendees to celebrate more than 40…
Scenic Sips in Milwaukee: Rooftop Bars and Waterfront Drinks
There are summer nights that slip by quietly, and then there are those that linger, the kind you'll still talk about when the leaves start to turn. In Milwaukee, where the…
An Insider's Guide to All Four Seasons in Milwaukee
Forget hibernating indoors. Locals know that each season brings its own brand of outdoor fun. You just need the right gear and a willingness to embrace whatever Mother Nature…
Brew City Unfiltered: A Coffee Chat with Anodyne’s Head Coffee Roaster John Malone
Milwaukee, the Brew City. It’s a destination defined by its brewing roots, with landmarks bearing the names of late beer barons, active beer giants still churning out the…
Location and Date of the Inaugural MICHELIN Guide American Great Lakes Ceremony Announced
Detroit set to host the inaugural 2027 MICHELIN Guide American Great Lakes Ceremony at the iconic Michigan Central MICHELIN Guide Ceremony will be on the evening of April 21…
Mission 60: SafeHouse Milwaukee Celebrates 60 Years
Come in, Agent Blog Reader. Agent Blog Reader, do you read me? The SafeHouse Milwaukee, one of the city’s best-kept secrets that has offered refuge to spies and espionage…
$10 or Less: A Milwaukee College Student's Guide to Eating Well on a Budget
You don't need deep pockets to eat well on a student budget. These spots keep your wallet happy without compromising on flavor. For pizza lovers, Ian's Pizza delivers…
A Secret Cubs Fan’s Guide to Milwaukee
We Cubs fans love Milwaukee. So much so, we even like to call American Family Field Wrigley North. As a secret Cubs fan who lives in Milwaukee, I know I’m deep in enemy…
23 of the Best Concerts and Shows Coming to Milwaukee This September
September. A month of new beginnings. The end of the summer, the beginning of a new school year; the end of the baseball calendar (the regular season, anyway), the beginning of…
Lakefront Style: Your Daylong Guide to Exploring Milwaukee's Natural Treasure
There’s something about waking up early in Milwaukee, before the city shakes off last night’s music or the cheers for the Brewers or Bucks, that feels like a small…
Eight Questions Around the Table with Chef Gregory León, Featured in “Humble Kitchen”
For more than 15 years, Chef Gregory León has made his mark on Milwaukee’s culinary community. His downtown restaurant, Amilinda, has earned him recognition from the…