Milwaukee's Beer Gardens

 

Beer gardens have a rich history in Milwaukee, dating back to the 19th century when German immigrants settled in the area. These immigrants brought with them a strong tradition of beer brewing and outdoor socializing, which laid the foundation for the city's beer garden culture.

One of the earliest beer gardens in Milwaukee was established in 1848 by German immigrant Jacob Best Sr., founder of the Best Brewing Company (later known as Pabst Brewing Company). These early beer gardens provided a place for locals to gather, socialize and enjoy locally brewed beer in a relaxed outdoor setting.

Today, beer gardens continue to play an important role in Milwaukee's cultural landscape. They serve as a gathering place where people from all walks of life can come together to enjoy cold beer, delicious food and live entertainment. Be sure to make your way to a beer garden during your next visit to Milwaukee and raise a glass to the cities vibrant brewing culture. Prost!

 

The Bavarian Bierhaus

Enjoy the area's newest brewery & Oktoberfest bierhall. Also offering a modern Craft beer bar and restaurant. 4,000 guest outdoor festival grounds. Traditional German and American…

The Beer Garden

The Beer Garden, located in Deer District, provides a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of downtown Milwaukee. This outdoor space is complete with a 40-foot LED screen to watch your…

Croatian Park

Croatian Park, conveniently located in Franklin, WI and is home to the Croatian Eagles Soccer Club. They host a weekly Beer Garden that is open to the public, Thursday evenings from…

Estabrook Beer Garden

Estabrook is the first truly public beer garden in America in nearly 100 years. Inspired from Milwaukee's brewing legacy with their operation modeled after beer gardens in modern day…

Havenwoods Taproom & Beer Garden

Welcome to Havenwoods Taproom and Beer Garden, Milwaukee's newest oasis for craft beer enthusiasts and nature lovers alike! Located near Wisconsin's only Urban State Forest, with five…

Hubbard Park Lodge & Beer Garden

We are a traditional Old-World Beer Garden & restaurant. Hubbard Park Beer Garden features German & local beers, soft drinks, and beer garden fare. Fabulous Friday fish fry & Sunday…

Humboldt Park

Home of Milwaukee's Craft Beer Garden, Humboldt Park also features a band shell, ball fields & courts, a lagoon for fishing & ice skating, plenty of pathways, and community events all…

Joy Ice Cream Social

From our handmade waffle cones, classic scoops & custom brewed root beer on tap , Joy Ice Cream Social is a family friendly environment, focused on serving our community.

Lion's Tail Brewing Co.

Lion’s Tail Brewing Co. was born from the dream of a passionate home-brewer to one day have a taproom where he could share his love for quality craft beer with more than just his family…

Ope! Brewing Co.

At Ope! Brewing Company we are aiming to bring you an experience you won’t get anywhere else in the Milwaukee area. We are combining great craft beer and a one of a kind facility with…

Roundhouse at McKinley Marina

Nestled along the public boat launch to Lake Michigan, Roundhouse at McKinley Marina is an updated venue that is here to serve all those drawn to this freshwater coastline. The team at…

War Memorial Beer Garden

Authentic Beer Garden at The War Memorial Center serves up huge Bavarian pretzels, gourmet loaded brats and the best German beers along Milwaukee's Beautiful Lakefront. Just steps away…

Whitnall Park Beer Garden

Get your Gemütlichkeit on! Bring your friends and family for good beer and good times at this beer garden with craft beer 24 tap handles, wine, soft drinks, hard sodas, and root beer…

 

More Beer to Experience

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Raise a Glass to Inspiration

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