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Getting Here & Around
Explore ways to get to Milwaukee, and how to get around town once you arrive! Discover how close the heart of Midwest is by plane, train, car, or bus.
Transportation
Getting around the Milwaukee area is just as easy as getting to it! Local transportation options abound, and the city’s compact, walkable downtown makes exploring a snap. If you…
Places To Stay
Want to see and be seen at one of the top luxury boutique hotels in the U.S.? Or is splashing around the pool with the family more your style?
Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Explore the Good Land with our expertly crafted itineraries designed for every type of traveler. Plan your perfect visit with these curated guides and insider tips.
Things To Do
You want to visit a museum. Or take a boat tour. Or explore free art. Or maybe you're just not sure yet…
Events
There’s always something happening around town, no matter the season! This…
Major Events
Check out our Major Events Calendar for exciting happenings around Milwaukee. Find…
City of Festivals
Experience the City of Festivals with Summerfest, Jazz in the Park, Wisconsin State…
Family-Friendly
Spend less of your family vacation waiting for the fun to start and more of it making…
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…
Milwaukee Brewers Announce 2027 Schedule
The MLB offseason is likely the last thing on the minds of Brewers fans right now. After all, the team currently holds the best record in baseball, the best record in the…
2026 Wisconsin State Fair Guide
Moo-ve over, summer, the Wisconsin State Fair is back, and ready for 11 days of fair play! Taking place August 6-16 this year, this annual summer fair is a staple and a…
The All-Ages Answer to ‘What Do We Do Today?’
Milwaukee has cracked the code on family entertainment that captivates toddlers and teenagers alike, with plenty of options for any budget. First Stage Professional…
Girl Dinner Takeover in Milwaukee
If you've spent any time on the internet over the past few years, chances are you've come across the viral phenomenon known as “girl dinner.” At its…
25 of the Best Concerts and Shows in Milwaukee This August
August, a month of warm summer nights and a calendar packed with events, festivals and shows. It’s a reminder that this season only lasts so long and that you have to…
Wisconsin State Fair 2026 Admission Promotions & Activations
Life’s expensive, but the Wisconsin State Fair doesn’t have to be. Fair’s fair, and this year, you can get the whole family in for less with discounts…
2026 Snap-On INDYCAR Weekend Guide: Your Inside Track to Race Weekend at the Milwaukee Mile
Milwaukee, start your engines! Summer is off to the races, and this August, so is the Milwaukee Mile, with the arrival of Snap-on INDYCAR Weekend. Back for its second year, this…
Where the Locals Go in Milwaukee: Markets, Makers and More
Milwaukee is known for family-run shops and specialty markets, and you’ll leave with stories as good as your haul. Start your morning at Glorioso’s, a century-old…
Milwaukee's August Festival Guide
Summer at its peak, rooftops and patios filled, Bradford Beach alive with volleyball games and sunbathers, and Lake Michigan dotted with sailboats coasting over bright blue…
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…
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…
Vintage Shopping in Milwaukee: Walker’s Point
Our vintage shopping series is back, and this time we're heading to Walker's Point, Milwaukee's oldest neighborhood. Founded in 1834, it's packed with…
Spoon First, Ask Questions Later: Milwaukee’s Frozen Custard Legacy
Milwaukee doesn’t do soft serve. We do custard. Thick. Eggy. Unapologetically rich. You don’t lick it daintily; you dive in spoon-first like your life depends on…
21 Best Concerts and Shows in Milwaukee This July
Summer sounds different in Milwaukee. It’s the world’s largest music festival, sending ripples across Lake Michigan. It’s outdoor music series wafting tunes…
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…