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. 

“24 Hours” in Milwaukee

A Boogie wit da Hoodie is headed to the big stage at the Big Gig with special guests City Girls and Trippie Red. Headlining the world’s largest music festival for the first time ever, on July 1, one of the hottest stars in hip-hop today will take to Summerfest’s biggest stage, American Family…

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2023 VISIT Milwaukee Annual Meeting

Lighting the Marquee: VISIT Milwaukee ​VISIT Milwaukee headlined the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on the Summerfest on Wednesday, June 14, to raise a glass to a record-breaking year in the travel and tourism industry for the organization’s 2023 Annual Meeting. Playing a selection of the…

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Pet-Friendly Itinerary

Bender's Big Break VISIT Milwaukee’s letting the dogs out for the Admiral’s re-barkable 2022-23 season! While the Ads fell just short in their chase for the Calder Cup, the team won their division for the first time since 2020 and made its first appearance in the Eastern Conference Finals since…

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7 Places to Pull Off the Perfect Father’s Day

With Father’s Day 2023 rolling around the corner, it’s time to celebrate the amazing dad in your life. Why not show a little extra love with a visit to Milwaukee? Brew City is packed with all the best things to see and do, making it easy to gift on his special day. Whether your dad has a knack…

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Celebrate Pride Month in Milwaukee 2023

LGBTQ+ Pride Month is about being your authentic self and letting your true colors shine. Celebrate Pride Month all June long by heading to PrideFest at Henry Maier Festival Park, supporting one of Milwaukee's LGBTQ+ businesses and learning about the LGBTQ+ movement in our city. Learn More Find…

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Green Itinerary

Make big travel plans with a small carbon footprint in the Cream City! As one of the most walkable cities in the country, an environmentally conscious adventure is only a few steps away. Featuring a compact downtown that offers everything from nightlife to wildlife, many of Milwaukee’s attractions…

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Summer Festival Guide

Fest Year Ever Your Guide to a Summer in the City of Festivals With close to 200 festivals year-round, Milwaukee is known around the country as the City of Festivals. From the world’s largest music festival, Summerfest, to the state’s largest celebration of Pride at Pridefest, the 120-year…

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Baird Center Topping Off Ceremony

Wisconsin Center District Places Final Piece of Structural Steel for $456 Million Expansion Project On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, The Wisconsin Center District (WCD), with the help of its construction management team Gilbane I Smith installed the final piece of structural steel to complete the frame…

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Cheers to Our Volunteers

As a part of National Travel and Tourism Week, we wanted to recognize the people that help us showcase everything our city has to offer. The people who act as frontline ambassadors and spokespeople for our great city on a Great Lake. The people who—through their love of Milwaukee—are willing to…

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Work in MKE - The Podcast

Ever wonder what it's like to work in a city that National Geographic labeled as "Best of the World?" Tune in to the Experience Milwaukee podcast, where hosts, Steve Glynn and Adam Derus, ask employees of some of Milwaukee's coolest companies about their experiences on the job. Today, Experience…

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