The Blog

 

Our blog is a digital compass that guides you through the experiences, stories, and insights that make Milwaukee truly special. With every post, we invite you to explore the hidden gems that await your discovery, immerse yourself in the local culture, and embark on virtual journeys that spark your wanderlust. Whether you're planning your next adventure, seeking insider tips, or simply indulging in armchair exploration, let us inspire, inform, and ignite your curiosity. Start exploring now and dive into a world of endless possibilities. 

Hooray for Fish Fry-day

Fire up those fryers because we’ve got another reason for you to look forward to Fridays! Lent kicks off this week, but here in Milwaukee, the Friday fish fry is a culinary institution alongside the city’s vast brewing scene and the delightful cheddar nuggets known as cheese curds. A tradition…

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About Last Night: Good Things Brewing Preview Party

VISIT Milwaukee, Plum Media, and Events by David Caruso released a very special brew at the “Good Things Brewing” preview party on Thursday night. Against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Miller High Life Theatre, the special event gave guests a sneak preview of the project that has been months in…

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Shoe Drop: Cream City Kicks

Noel Alvarado, artist, and Milwaukee native, creates custom shoes for the Milwaukee Bucks, Milwaukee Brewers, and now he’s getting cheesy with the VISIT Milwaukee team. Proving that everything is better with cheddar, these kicks celebrate our shameless love of all things cheese. Created with…

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Groundhog Day Itinerary

Okay campers, rise and shine! Put on your booties because it’s cooold out there. That’s right, it’s Groundhog Day! A magnificent holiday where we look to the largest species of ground squirrel to predict our future. Celebrating the midway point between the winter solstice and the vernal equinox, we…

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Headliners Announced For Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival

Harley-Davidson is revving up for its biggest celebration of motor-culture yet for the 120th anniversary of the iconic bike brand. Travelers from around the globe will visit the Cream City as the hub of their two-wheeled adventures from July 13 – 16, 2023. All weekend, the Harley-Davidson Museum…

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Mocktails in MKE

In Milwaukee, we are known for many things. Our brats, fish fries, and cheese curds are the iconic culinary calling card of the Cream City. The brewing tradition and its continued legacy amongst the flourishing craft brewing scene have lent Milwaukee the title known far and wide as Brew City. And…

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Milwaukee Mural Art-Inerary

Over the past several years, Milwaukee has grown into a flourishing landscape of public art. From the annual exhibitions established by Sculpture Milwaukee to the many vibrant murals adding splashes of color to our cityscape, art is everywhere you look in the Cream City. As you make your way around…

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Thanksgiving Dining & Carry-Out 2023

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! This year, leave the cooking to the pros at one of Milwaukee’s outstanding restaurants. Enjoy the best turkey day feast you’ve ever had in the warm ambiance and hospitality of a restaurant or savor delectable dishes with your loved ones at home (maybe even…

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Milwaukee's (Unofficial) Custard King

Hear ye, hear ye! I, jester of the realm of VISIT Milwaukee, doth verily declare Ben, age five, to be crowned the latest in the line of rich, creamy custard royalty. King Ben took his newly appointed throne in the Dale of Glen over a dish of fresh custard. In celebration of our newfound leader, we…

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